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Itel Alpha 2 launched with all the generic smartwatch features

Raizel Tandukar
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Itel Alpha 2 launched with all the generic smartwatch features

Itel recently introduced the Flip One, a flippable feature phone, in India. Before that, they also launched a smartwatch with all the functions you would expect from a smartwatch. Let’s look at the Itel Alpha 2 in further detail in this article, including its expected price in Nepal.

Itel Alpha 2 Overview

Design and Display

The Itel Alpha 2 is rectangular in shape and has a rotatable crown on the right. It comes with an IP68 rating, offering a high level of water resistance. The watch is available in Black, Dark Blue, and Rose Gold. The watch case and the band on the former two options are of the same colours. In the meantime, for Rose Gold, the strap is Rose i.e. Light Pink, and the case is, well, Gold.

Itel Alpha 2 IP68

On the front, it has a 2-inch IPS display that can go as bright as 500 nits. With this, the Itel Alpha 2 should offer decent visibility when outdoors. No other information on the display has been provided.

Features and Battery

As I mentioned earlier, the Itel Alpha 2 comes with all the generic features you would expect from a smartwatch. Firstly, it is equipped with Bluetooth, such that the user can connect it to their smartphone and manage their calls as well as access the voice assistant. You can track your vitals like heart rate, sleep, and blood oxygen with this watch. Moreover, there are over 100 dedicated sports modes for more specific activities.

Itel Alpha 2 Sports Mode

Additionally, it offers a wide level of customisation with 150+ watch faces and you get pre-installed games as well. Itel has also provided an option to protect your watch with a passcode or pattern lock. In the tank, it has a 270mAh battery that lasts up to a week on a single charge.

Itel Alpha 2 Specifications

  • Design: Rectangular design, IP68-rated
  • Display: 2.00″ IPS LCD, Up to 500 nits brightness
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth
  • Features: Bluetooth calling, Voice assistant, 150+ cloud watch faces, 100+ sports modes, Heart rate/sleep/blood oxygen monitoring, Games, Passcode/pattern secured
  • Battery: 270 mAh, Up to 7 days battery life
  • Colour Options: Black, Dark Blue, Rose Gold

Itel Alpha 2 Price in Nepal and Availability

This watch went live in India on September end 2024 for INR 1,499. Given that, the price of Itel Alpha 2 in Nepal might be NPR 3,299, if it ever launches here.

Itel Smartwatch Price in India (Official) Price in Nepal (Expected)
Alpha 2 INR 1,499 NPR 3,299
  • Meanwhile, check out our Realme Watch S2 vs CMF Watch Pro 2 comparison video:

Premium Asus Zenbook S 14 ultrabook for 2024 lands in Nepal!

Aarohan Niraula
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Premium Asus Zenbook S 14 ultrabook for 2024 lands in Nepal!

Asus has launched yet another S series Zenbook in Nepal with the 14-inch variant finally landing. We’ve already covered the Zenbook S13 and Zenbook S 16 laptops, so here, let’s direct our attention to the Asus Zenbook S 14 (2024) price in Nepal, its specifications, and availability.

Asus Zenbook S 14 (2024) Overview

Design and Display 

The S series is Asus’ premium ultrabook lineup so you are getting a sleek and stylish machine on the design front. The lid is made with a ceraluminum material while the rest of the chassis is all metal. You get iconic Zenbook lines on the front with two color options: Scandinavian White, and Zumia Grey. Finally, for ultimate portability, the whole of the device is just 1.1 cm thin and weighs a light 1.2 kg. 

Asus Zenbook S 14 2024 Display

Moving onto the display front, you get Asus’ Lumina OLED with accurate colors out of the box. It runs at a fast 120Hz with minimal response time and has a ton of certifications against blue light and eye comfort. Furthermore, it can reach a bright 500 nits when playing HDR or up to 400 during normal use. And although there’s a touch variant, the one that is widely available in Nepal doesn’t support touch or stylus input.

Processor and Memory 

Talking about the brains of the device, you are greeted with a new Series 2 Intel Core Lunar Lake chip. Specifically the Core Ultra 7 256V with its 8 cores/threads, and a boost clock of up to 4.8 GHz. This new architecture boasts a huge leap in efficiency that’s perfect for an ultrabook. Furthermore, it includes improved Arc graphics and a dedicated Intel AI NPU that can push up to 47 TOPS on its own. There’s a lot more at play with this new chip, so check out our dedicated Intel Core Ultra 200V Lunar Lake article to learn more.

Asus Zenbook S 14 2024 Cooling Solution
Zenbook S 14 2024 Cooling Solution

As for the memory on the Zenbook S 14 (2024), Asus has soldered it down but you can get up to 32GB (LPDDR5X) alongside up to a terabyte of storage. There are no extra slots either but the 16GB/1TB variant currently shipping should suffice for most people’s needs and if not, then the fast ports make for an easy external storage solution. 

Connectivity and Extras

Speaking of ports, you get two Thunderbolt 4s, a Type-A, a HDMI, and an audio jack. That’s a good selection of ports for an ultrabook and you of course have your wireless options including the latest WiFi 7, and Bluetooth 5.4. 

Fueling the Zenbook S 14 is a four-cell 73Wh battery with Type-C (via PD) charging. The keyboard has a white backlight, the FHD webcam is accompanied by an IR for Windows Hello, and the quad speakers are tuned by Harmon/Kardon. All in all, it is a great overall package for casual work and entertainment.

Asus Zenbook S 14 2024 (UX5406SA) Specifications

  • Design and Build: Ceramic aluminium lid, US-MIL-STD 810H
  • Dimensions: 31.03 x 21.47 x 1.19 ~ 1.29 cm
  • Weight: 1.2kg
  • Display: 14” OLED panel, 16:10, 500 nits peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3 colour gamut
  • Resolution: 3K (2,880 x 1,800)
  • Processor: Intel Core Ultra 7 256V
  • Graphics: Integrated Intel Arc Graphics
  • RAM: Up to 32GB LPDDR5x, 7467MHz
  • Storage: Up to 1TB PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD with 6500 MB/s read speed
  • Operating System: Windows 11 Pro
  • Audio: Quad Speakers tuned by Harman/Kardon with Dolby Atmos support
  • Ports: 2x Thunderbolt 4, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x audio combo jack
  • Connectivity: WiFi 7 (802.11be) + Bluetooth 5.4
  • Battery: 73Wh Integrated Battery with 65W AC Adapter via USB Type-C
  • Colors: Zumaia Gray
  • Learn the full specifications of the Asus Zenbook S 14 OLED (2024)

Asus Zenbook S 14 (2024) Price in Nepal and Availability

The new Zenbook is now available in Nepal via Nagmani International. Asus Zenbook S 14 (2024) price in Nepal is NPR 232,900 for the Core Ultra 7 variant with a 3k OLED screen. You get 2 years of official warranty alongside a free sleeve with your purchase.

Asus Zenbook S 14 (2024) Price in Nepal
UX5406SA- Core Ultra 7 256V, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, 14” 3k OLED 120Hz NPR 232,900

  • Meanwhile, check out our video on the Asus Zenbook 14 (2023):

Nobel Prize in Physics awarded to two computer scientists and people are confused

Dip Khatiwada
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Nobel Prize in Physics awarded to two computer scientists and people are confused

The Nobel Prize for Physics for the year 2024 has been awarded to two computer scientists whose foundational work enabled a major development in the field of Machine Learning. But award has not been received lightly at all, as people are confused about whether their invention truly falls under the scope of Physics or not. Let’s dive into this article, to learn more about the latest news on Nobel Prize in Physics. 

Nobel Prize in Physics Overview

Physicist John Hopfield and computer scientist Geoffrey Hinton have been awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2024. The two researchers were honored for their pioneering work on artificial neural networks, a key technology behind modern artificial intelligence.

Hopfield Networks and Associative Memory Mapping

John Hopfield introduced a type of neural network now called the Hopfield network. This type of network is known for its ability to model associative memory mapping, a process where the system can store and recall patterns, much like the human brain remembers related information.

Hopfield network

In a Hopfield network, neurons communicate with each other in cycles, allowing the network to update itself over time. This makes it useful for tasks where data needs to be matched to previously stored information, such as in error correction or pattern recognition.

Hinton’s Work on Boltzmann Machines

Geoffrey Hinton took the concepts behind Hopfield networks and leveled up by creating Boltzmann machines, taking up concepts from statistical mechanics and condensed matter physics to generate new patterns. What makes Boltzmann machines game-changing is that they were an early form of generative AI, meaning these systems could go beyond just recognizing patterns—they could actually create new data or solutions based on what they had learned. This innovation set the stage for today’s deep learning models, which fuel everything from AI image generation to natural language processing.

Backpropagation and Deep Learning

Hinton was also key in advancing the training of deep neural networks with a method called backpropagation. This technique helps AI systems adjust the connections between neurons based on their performance, improving their ability to learn from large datasets.

Nobel Prize in Physics: Conclusion

The award has also faced some criticism. Some argue that these inventions don’t fully qualify as “physics,” since the Nobel Prize in Physics has traditionally been awarded for discoveries that reveal new laws or fundamental properties of nature.

  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Galaxy S24 FE

iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Galaxy S24 Ultra – Battle of the most premium phones on Earth

Dip Khatiwada
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iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Galaxy S24 Ultra – Battle of the most premium phones on Earth

 The S24 Ultra is the world’s best-selling flagship Android phone in 2024, whereas the iPhone 16 Pro Max is the best iPhone you can buy right now! 

And if you remember, when I compared the S24 Ultra with last year’s 15 Pro Max, it was so close between these two phones! But since then, the S24 Ultra has received some major updates making it more refined than ever, whereas with the iPhone 16 Pro, we get some nice upgrades too! Kinda! So, let’s put both of these flagships to the test to find out which one comes out on top. But before going anywhere further, let’s have a quick rundown of its specifications. 

iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Galaxy S24 Ultra Specifications

Specification Galaxy S24 Ultra iPhone 15 Pro Max
Display 6.8″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X
120Hz refresh rate		 6.9″ Super Retina XDR
120Hz refresh rate
Processor Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm) Apple A18 Pro (3nm)
Cameras 200MP main (OIS)
50MP telephoto (5x)
10MP telephoto (3x)
12MP ultrawide		 48MP main (OIS)
48MP ultrawide
12MP telephoto (5x)
Battery 5,000 mAh
45W charging
15W wireless charging		 4,685 mAh
25W wired charging
25W wireless charging
Price (256GB) NPR 184,999 NPR 232,499

iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Galaxy S24 Ultra

Design 

Ok, let me start the conversation with their design and as expected both of them are quite different in terms of looks! The S24 Ultra has this classic boxy form factor and that clean camera setup! Which looks Bold and Classy. 

But one thing I often find difficult while using the S24 Ultra are these pointed corners, which means it’s a little uncomfortable while playing AAA games for long hours. Whereas the curves on the sides of the 16 Pro really help with an overall grip. 

The iPhone 16 Pro Max this time has a bigger form factor than last year – it’s got a bigger 6.9-inch display, so I was expecting it to be somewhat uncomfortable, but the weight is actually more evenly distributed this time around.  Don’t get me wrong, both these phones are pretty huge, but I just like the overall feel of the 16 Pro Max. The iPhone is also more robust since you get Grade 5 titanium frames Vs Grade 2 on the S24 Ultra, so if you happen to drop these phones on concrete, chances are iPhone 16 Pro might have fewer scuffs. 

Plus, Apple is claiming that their new iPhones are 2X tougher than any other smartphone’s display. And if you check the drop test conducted by Phone Buff, you will see that the 16 Pro is more crack-resistant than the S24 Ultra, but on the back, it seems that the S24 Ultra’s camera is stronger!  The iPhone 16 Pro is also more water-resistant than the S24 Ultra! Both are IP68-rated, but you can submerge the iPhone up to 6 meters for 30 minutes Vs just 1.5 meters on the Galaxy. 

But one thing I don’t like about either of these phones is these camera lenses can get dirty now and then, and if you don’t wipe it often before clicking photos, you might end up getting hazy photos! BTW, I am also fond of the iPhone’s action button, which I use more often than I expected, especially if I have to quickly set the notifications to silent whenever I enter a meeting room.  However, as I said in my review of the 16 Pro, this new Camera button is not very useful to me! Its placement is weird, and it’s tedious to use so I have disabled it altogether. 

The big Plus you have with the S24 Ultra though is this S-pen. And this is something none of the phones have! So this is a big advantage if I quickly wanna take notes during meetings, and it could be quite productive for a lot of professions like if you are an engineer and has to write down some important stuff during field visits, or if you are an artist who likes to doodle a lot!  This is a nifty handy tool to have!

Display

Ok, how’s the display on these two phones? I think in this area, Samsung is now slightly behind because Apple has 2 big advantages:

No. 1 Not only its bigger but its bezels are even super thin than the S24 Ultra

And No. 2, the iPhone 16 Pro is even brighter than the S24 Ultra. In our test, we found out that the 16 Pro can reach up to 1800 nits in auto-brightness, whereas the S24 Ultra can only go up to 1500 nits. So, generally, the iPhone has better visibility outdoors. 

S24 Ultra vs iPhone 16 pro max comparison

But one thing to know is that Samsung uses this new anti-reflective coating which means it gets less reflection if direct light is coming in. And this has been super useful for me when I am using my phone on a bright 12:0 clock sunny day or even indoors where there’s multiple light sources. The glares are pretty much non-existent on the S24 Ultra.   As for the color accuracy of this display, I found both these phones to be doing quite well and HDR 10+ videos are fantastic to look at as well. 

But if I have to nitpick, since the S24 Ultra doesn’t support Dolby Vision playback, and the iPhone does, you will notice a tiny difference while watching Dolby mastered videos on Netflix or Amazon Prime! For eg. One of my favorite movies on Netflix, “Into the Spider-verse” is both brighter and has better contrast on the iPhone 16 Pro as compared to the S24 Ultra.

What’s disappointing though is that neither of these phones yet again hasn’t provided high PWM dimming like what Chinese flagships and even mid range phones are offering in 2024. This means if your eyes are sensitive to screen flickering when you are using the phone at low brightness, you might get eyestrain and headaches time and often.

Audio and Haptics 

Now, when it comes to haptics, both these phones have nice precise high-quality vibration feedback, and I can’t really tell which is better! You will appreciate both of them when typing or navigating through the UI.  Same with the speaker, Samsung is slightly louder but iPhone has better mid-tones and vocals; both are good speakers! 

Software 

One area where Samsung is ahead is with the AI features! If you remember, all the cool AI features Samsung announced during the launch of the S24 series were made available on the day the S24 Ultra was available in the market, and there are also some new AI features Samsung has added since then but seems like Apple is playing catch up here because most of the AI features they talked about is going to be available only later this year! And I still don’t know when it’s going to be available here in Asia! 

This was a surprise because Apple announced these AI features in WWDC in June, and we all expected these AI features to roll out during the iPhone 16 launch. Thankfully, iOS 18 is here and it’s now more like Android. I can finally customize a lot of things like Android, I can pause the video while recording, there is T3 dialing and all too.

But the reason I always have an iPhone with me is if I have to go live or post a video on Instagram stories, the quality of the video doesn’t get compressed, and it’s sharper than any other Android phone! 

Performance

As for the performance, both these phones are wickedly fast as you would expect! The new A18 Pro on the 16 Pro max does have significantly better CPU results, but in a real-world multitasking test I ran where I opened and closed 15 popular apps, both finished the loop at the same time!  The area where the iPhone is slightly more optimised is in gaming! As you can see from this Chart, the 16 Pro Max has a much better 1% low so it’s more smoother and stable than the S24 Ultra. 

This is the reason why all of the Pro, semi-pro and even amateur PubG players get an iPhone for gaming. It’s just more optimized. This time around, the 16 Pro Max’s thermals have also improved. Apple is still not using the Vapor chamber cooling system as the S24 Ultra, but the size of the graphite sheet is now larger, so I found it to be doing a surprisingly good job of keeping the thermals in check!  Just check this wildlife extreme stress test, the stability of the iPhone is much much better than the S24 Ultra! 

If you remember, last year’s iPhone 15 display used to dim itself after merely 20 minutes of PuBG to prevent the phone from overheating, but that’s not an issue with the 16 Pro Max! Even after 1 straight hour of gaming on this thing, the screen doesn’t dim!  The temperature between these 2 phones is also comparable! They don’t overheat or throttle the performance! But one interesting thing I found is, after 40 minutes of recording 4K footage, the S24 Ultra was hotter by 2 or 3 degrees more than the 16 Pro Max! 

Even copying large video files from the phone to SSD or converting 4K 120fps to slo-mo is significantly faster on an iPhone! The shutter speed or switching between the camera lens is also seamless on an iPhone! Small little quality of things are better on an iPhone! 

Battery

Likewise, the battery life on the 16 Pro Max is also better by 1 or 2 hours, as compared to the S24 Ultra! In my typical use where I click a lot of photos and videos, play games, and watch videos, I get around 7 hours of SOT on the S24 Ultra, whereas I usually get around 8 hours on the latest iPhone 16 Pro Max! I have even got like 10 and a half hours of screen time which is crazy. 

Charging is slightly faster on the S24 Ultra since with the 65W PD wired charger, it can get from 0 to 67% in 30 minutes and a full 100% in 1 hour 10 minutes, whereas the 16 Pro Max can get from 0 to 55% in 30 minutes and a full 100% takes almost 2 hours. The iPhone charges very slowly when it hits the 85% mark – to preserve the battery health!  

Cameras

Ok, I have saved the last for the best – Cameras! And in this aspect, I am surprised to see how an 8-month-old S24 Ultra competes so well against the newly launched 16 Pro Max! 

Daytime

I think the iPhone 16 Pro Max’s camera will eventually improve with an update, but right now, in most daytime images, the dynamic range is better on the Samsung, and the color tone in most photos looks pleasing. The iPhone’s flat and warm tone does look nice in some cases, but I have to say I like Samsung’s vibrancy in most images! Just look at this dawn photo I took, Samsung just looks much more pleasing! 

I don’t want you to think that Samsung is better all the time! In many ways, you will like the photos from both these phones and weirdly some of the photos are so identical, that you will not find a lot of difference except for the color tone! What iPhones consistently have been doing better over the years is when you click photos of your pet, it has better texture, and fur details!

Low light

During low light, I once again prefer Samsung output as it’s brighter, has slightly better details, and has better highlight control. The iPhone, on a lot of occasions, like in this photo of Krishna temple has this contrasty output, which might be a little unpleasing to look at! 

The thing that I hope Samsung improves with the upcoming S25 Ultra is the night mode optimization. When I click the photos in Night mode, it makes the images unnatural which doesn’t look very good! 

Ultrawide

The 16 Pro Max has the new high-res 48MP Ultra-wide camera, which does a slightly better job than the S24 Ultra! Unlike the primary cameras, the 16 Pro Max has better dynamic range, and details, and is occasionally brighter too.  

The 16 Pro Max’s Ultrawide lens can also go closer for those macro shots, but here I like Samsung’s output. Yes, the iPhone has better details, but the way Samsung pops up the images with better depth looks more pleasing.  

Portraits

2X

What about the portraits? Here, in the 2X mode, Samsung has this classic vibrant social media-ready output whereas the iPhone likes to keep it natural with better textures if you zoom in. It’s just a matter of your preference! BTW You can go to the camera setting, and choose different options in the photographic style on the iPhone, but the default standard mode for me is still the safe option. 

5X

Both these phones can click superb 5X portraits from its periscope zoom lens! Last time, when I compared the S24 Ultra and 15 Pro Max, the S24 Ultra was way behind, but with multiple updates Samsung has pushed, the S24 Ultra is now almost on the same level as the iPhone 16 Pro Max! In fact, the details from the S24 Ultra are better if you zoom in! S24 Ultra once again has that vibrancy, whereas iPhone color science is flat.

There are 3 other aspects where the S24 Ultra’s camera is better than the iPhone. No. 1: Its zoomed photos from 5X and beyond are much better. No. 2 You get an additional 3X lens which I think is a perfect focal length to take portraits. And No 3 the S24 Ultra’s selfie has improved a lot since the latest Sep Update! It just makes the skin tone appealing Vs the muted dark tone which you get from the iPhone!

On the other hand, No one can beat the iPhone when it comes to videography. Yes, Samsung is probably the second-best video camera phone after the iPhone, but that’s about it. 

The consistency it has with the exposure handling, and smoothness is much better than what the S24 Ultra offers! I will give you one example. Check out this 4K 60fps Ultra-wide sample I took at night, Samsung just can’t pull any details whereas the iPhone video is much superior! 

iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Galaxy S24 Ultra: Conclusion

Hence, with the iPhone in my pocket, I am more confident with the footage I am going to get. I can just click in pro-res and edit in post and the output is going to look more professional. The iPhone 16 Pro Max also has 4 studio quality microphones now and with the Audio Mix feature, removing the background noise is so much easier and effective too. And things like 4K 120fps videos and Cinematic aka portrait videos are also something iPhone 16 Pro Max is finer by a small margin. 

Ok, conclusion time! And every year, I do the comparison between Samsung and iPhone! And every time, these two phones are getting so much closer and closer! The iPhone has a slightly better battery backup, a better Ultra-wide lens, and superior videography prowess, whereas, with the S24 Ultra, you are getting marginally better photos especially if you zoom a lot, there’s the S-pen for productivity, and the AI features you CAN use just fine. 

And the S24 Ultra is much cheaper these days too! I was able to get the Dubai variant at just 72,000 INR or you can get the authorized unit during the sales at around 1.1 lakhs, which is still 25% cheaper than what the 16 Pro Max retails at! 

I am particularly interested in the upcoming S25 Ultra launch, where we can anticipate bigger upgrades – hopefully in the battery and the ultra-wide camera. And I really hope the 3X lens will come with higher resolution and autofocus, which is something iPhone 16 Pro Max lacks! 

  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the

Apple AirPods 4 review: Actually better than AirPods Pro 2?

Nikhil Shrestha
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Apple AirPods 4 review: Actually better than AirPods Pro 2?

So alongside the promising — but rather disappointing — iPhone 16 (review) series, Apple also unveiled this little guy a few weeks ago, the AirPods 4. I was expecting the third-gen AirPods Pro to show up as well this time but nope. This is all we got. Then again, I wasn’t expecting that Apple would come up with two versions of the AirPods 4, to be honest.

One with active noise cancellation and one without.

This was a surprise not just since Apple has been reserving ANC on its “Pro” AirPods till now, but also since noise cancellation is quite difficult to do on half in-ear earbuds like these. So as someone who has been daily driving the AirPods Pro 2 (review) for almost two years now, I was super eager to find out how good AirPods 4 is.

And after testing them side by side for all this time, the one thing I’ve realized is that just because the AirPods Pros are more expensive — and just because you can afford them — doesn’t necessarily mean they’ll be the right pick for you. And you might even be better off with the cheaper AirPods 4 instead. Let me explain.

Apple AirPods 4 review: Specifications

  • Dimensions and weight:
    • Earbuds: 30.2 x 18.3 x 18.1 mm, 4.3 grams (each earbud)
    • Charging case: 46.2 x 50.1 x 21.2 mm, 34.7 grams
  • Water resistance: IP54 dust/water resistance (earbuds and case)
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3
  • Sound driver: Custom high-excursion Apple driver, Custom high dynamic range amplifier
  • Audio codecs: AAC, SBC
  • Noise cancellation: Yes (optional active noise cancellation)
  • Battery: Up to 4 hours (earbuds only, ANC), Up to 20 hours (with case, ANC)
  • Control: Force sensor on each earbud (no volume control)
  • Price in Nepal: NPR 24,999 (standard) | NPR 34,999 (with ANC)
  • Check the full specifications of Apple AirPods 4 here
  • Buy Apple AirPods 4 here

Apple AirPods 4 review:

So before I start talking about these two, I wanna tell you what’s different between those two versions of AirPods 4 first. ‘Cause other than ANC itself, its base model misses out on a couple of other things too. Like a built-in speaker on the charging case so that you can find it more easily and also wireless charging.

AirPods 4 AirPods 4 (with ANC)
— • Active noise cancellation support
— • Built-in speaker in the charging case
— • Wireless charging
• Custom high-excursion Apple driver, custom high dynamic range amplifier
• Dual beamforming microphones
• IP54 dust/water resistant (both earbuds and case)
• Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity

But besides this, both AirPods 4s are the same everywhere else. Including their audio quality, battery life, controls… everything.

Design and comfort

  • Half in-ear design
  • 4.3 grams (each earbud)
  • IP54 dust/water resistant (earbuds and case)

Anyway, so the most obvious way you can tell the AirPods 4 and the AirPods Pro apart is from their design, right? The AirPods Pros are proper in-ear earbuds with silicone tips to make sure the buds fit nice and tight in your ear canals, while the AirPods 4’s half in-ear design means it gets rid of such eartips altogether.

Apple AirPods 4 and AirPods Pro 2 - Design

Now, personally, I’ve never had any issue putting on in-ear earbuds.

I’ve tested dozens of such earbuds over the years — of different shapes and sizes — and their in-ear design has never bothered me. But that’s me. And there are a lot of people who don’t like how they fit. At all. Including a bunch of my colleagues who swear that wearing in-ear earbuds feels like stuffing a plunger in their ears since those silicone eartips do generate some pressure to create a good seal. I’ve even had someone tell me that they’ve developed allergies and similar skin irritation issues because of such earbuds.

And if you’re in that crowd, then the AirPods 4 is for you.

There’s no “eartip” to worry about and even then, I’m actually surprised with just how well this thing fits in my ears. I mean… seriously. Apple says it has redesigned the speaker unit a bit for a better fit and that’s clearly working the magic for my ears. The AirPods Pros do fit somewhat better to me still, although I really can’t complain much.

A super duper compact case

Instead, I absolutely love how compact and lightweight the AirPods 4’s charging case is. I always thought the AirPods Pro had the most pocketable case out of other earbuds but man this is something else! So sleek, so easy to carry around… I love it.

Apple AirPods 4 - Charging case

And it’s somehow still IP54 dust/splash resistant like the earbuds themselves, so that’s reassuring to see as well.

But like it or not, the AirPods Pro’s case does have a couple of advantages.

  • number 1, it has the U1 ultra wideband chip which enables “Precision Finding”.
    • So not only can you ring its case when you accidentally misplace it, but you can even get its approximate location using an iPhone.
  • and number 2, it’s also MagSafe compatible. Unlike the AirPods 4 which supports wireless charging but not magnetic wireless charging.

Controls

  • Force sensor on each earbud
  • No volume control

I guess these compromises are fine considering the price difference although I really don’t like how Apple left out the volume control gesture on the AirPods 4. It’s honestly one of my favorite things about the second-gen AirPods Pro but here, I have to reach my phone every time I want to adjust the volume. Or ask Siri to do it like an idiot.

The AirPods 4 also uses an inferior optical in-ear sensor instead of a skin sensor to automatically pause the music when you take one of the earbuds out. And yeah, it’s definitely not as reliable since it occasionally resumes playback even when I place the earbuds on the table or in my pant pocket for some reason. While the AirPods Pro doesn’t make that mistake.

Sound

  • Custom high-excursion Apple driver, Custom high dynamic range amplifier
  • AAC, SBC codecs
  • Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking

Okay. All that talk… but what about the audio quality?

Apple AirPods 4 - Fit

Apple never really specifies the driver type or driver size in any of its audio products so if you look at the specs, it almost feels like Apple is trying to convince you that the AirPods 4 and the AirPods Pro 2 sound the same. Especially since this guy also has the same H2 audio processing chip as the AirPods Pro.

AirPods Pro 2 AirPods 4 (with ANC)
Custom high-excursion Apple driver, custom high dynamic range amplifier
Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking
Vent system for pressure equalization
Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity, H2 headphone chip

But let me give it to you straight, I’ll take the AirPods Pro’s audio over the AirPods 4 any day of the week. No doubt. I’m definitely not saying that the AirPods 4 sounds terrible or anything ‘cause it actually sounds a lot fuller than I expected it to.

There’s plenty of details to enjoy, the instrument separation is great — so is the soundstage — the midrange is a standout as always, and these earbuds also have just the right amount of sparkle in the treble region.

Whereas the AirPods 4’s got a surprising amount of bass as well.

The bass surprise

I say “surprising” because reproducing the low ends is really not an easy job on half in-ear earbuds like these. Since the lack of a proper seal like on in-ear earbuds usually means there’s a lot of room for bass frequencies to leak out.

Apple AirPods 4 - Design 2

But whether I’m listening to pop bangers like Bonnie Tyler’s “Total Eclipse of the Heart” or jamming to some rock tunes like “Whole Lotta Love” by Led Zeppelin, the AirPods 4 does a great job preserving the finer details. All… helped by some warm bass to really add that sense of power and energy to the track.

It’s not all good vibrations though

Ironically enough though, one of my biggest complaints with its sound has to do with bass. Well… sub-bass to be more specific, which is the bass you feel instead of something you hear. It’s typically defined within the 20 – 60 Hz region and I found that the AirPods 4 struggles horribly with literally every song that has sub-bass in the mix.

Be it hip-hop tracks like “redrum” by 21 Savage or even some alt-pop tunes like Lorde’s “Royals”, the bass drop comes off smeared and bloated instead of tight and punchy on this thing. While… the AirPods Pro doesn’t make that mistake.

It doesn’t suffer from sub-bass roll-off like the AirPods 4 and maintains a noticeably tighter bass response. Not just that but the AirPods Pro simply… preserves the dynamics better overall you know? The AirPods 4’s audio isn’t that far off but yeah, like I said before, the AirPods Pro is still Apple’s best-sounding pair of earbuds if you ask me.

Noise cancellation

  • Active noise cancellation (ANC)
  • Transparency mode, Conversation Awareness
  • Powered by Apple H2 chip

Alright, I wanna talk about their active noise cancellation next and — as I mentioned right at the beginning — ANC on half in-ear earbuds is not easy to do.

‘Cause for active noise cancellation to work effectively, you need two things.

  • A couple of microphones on the buds that listen to the outside noise and generate an “anti-noise” signal to cancel it out.
    • And that’s easy to implement on the AirPods 4. Great.
  • But what’s equally important is that the earbuds should have solid noise isolation too.

Which is just a fancy way of saying that the buds should be able to physically block out the ambient noise as much as possible. And as we all know by now, the AirPods 4’s half in-ear design makes it not so great at that.

Apple AirPods 4 - Design 3

So when I first got my hands on these earbuds, I really wasn’t expecting much from them as far as ANC is concerned. But it seems that Apple was ready to impress me through the roof ‘cause the AirPods 4’s active noise cancellation is so… much better than I thought it would be.

Almost instantly shushing all those consistent low-frequency noises around me. Like that humming noise coming from the AC in my office or my colleagues gossiping (and occasionally arguing) in the other room. Or when I’m outside, the AirPods 4 does a convincing enough job of quieting the city traffic or the rumble from the bus engine when I’m headed home.

The best ANC on half in-ear earbuds.

I even compared it with Samsung’s Galaxy Buds 3 — which has the same semi in-ear design — and found AirPods 4’s ANC to be notably better across all types of noises. Not by a whole lot but I could clearly hear the outside a little more effortlessly on the Buds 3 versus this guy.

AppleAirPods4 and Galaxy Buds 3 - Design

A…ll this sounds awesome but just like audio, the AirPods Pro is in a different league when it comes to active noise cancellation as well. The AirPods 4 actually competes fantastically against consistent, low-frequency noises I talked about before, but its silicone tips and a tighter seal mean the AirPods Pro is better equipped to deal with things like TV noises, human voices, and all sorts of sudden, high-frequency noises.

And one other important thing you need to know about the AirPods 4’s active noise cancellation is that it may not be consistent at all times either. What I mean is, since it doesn’t fit as firmly as in-ear earbuds, that illusion of a quiet outside can break the moment it dislodges from your ears even by just a little bit. Which happened to me a lot more times than I care to admit.

How about transparency mode?

At least its transparency mode is as good as you’d expect from Apple.

The AirPods have always been my benchmark for the most natural-sounding transparency mode on a pair of earbuds and this thing keeps up that tradition just fine. It does tend to amplify the ambient noise a bit compared to the AirPods Pro but I don’t mind.

There’s also the “Conversation Awareness” thing which automatically lowers the volume of whatever I’m playing whenever I start speaking. And I like how it doesn’t activate when I’m just clearing my throat or something.

Call quality

  • Dual beamforming microphones
  • Voice Isolation support

Moving on, I’m more than happy with the call quality on the AirPods 4 as well. The one thing in particular that stood out to me is just how well it manages to isolate my voice in windy conditions. Like… how is Apple even doing this on half in-ear earbuds?

AppleAirPods4 - Charging case 2

The AirPods 4 does struggle in somewhat noisy conditions but I can always turn on “Voice Isolation” to get rid of most of those unwanted noises around me. This isn’t a new feature by the way, but the way it so aggressively processes and filters out most of the background noise is nothing short of amazing.

Battery life

  • Up to 4 hours of music playback (with ANC)
  • Wireless charging, USB-C wired charging

But you know what isn’t amazing? Its battery life.

I mean… I’ve seen the light on its charging case glow bright orange wayyyyyy too frequently than I’d like. ‘Cause with ANC turned on, the AirPods 4 are only supposed to last 4 hours at best, which is more or less what I was getting on average. Just 3.5 – 4 hours. The case itself is good for 20 hours of listening time with active noise cancellation so that’s something at least.

Apple AirPods 4 review: Conclusion

Okay, I better wrap up my Apple AirPods 4 review now.

And I guess you’ve already figured out that I love it.

This is pretty much a no-brainer to anyone who hates the in-ear design of the AirPods Pros but still wants some of its “pro” features. Like great sound and generous noise cancellation. There’s definitely some room for optimization here — especially with its sub-bass response — but I’m sure Apple will sort it out with a couple of firmware updates.

AppleAirPods4 and AirPodsPro 2 - Design 2

That being said, if you’re perfectly comfortable with how the AirPods Pros fit, then you shouldn’t be looking into the AirPods 4… at all. From controls to battery life, sound quality, and active noise cancellation, the second-gen AirPods Pro wipes the floor with AirPods 4.

I almost forgot. Remember that hearing health thing Apple mentioned during the keynote? Including the ability to use your AirPods as hearing aids? Yeah… that’s gonna be exclusive to the AirPods Pro 2 as well. And the best part is that you can actually get it at a similar price as the AirPods 4 these days since this guy is over two years old at this point.

Songs referenced in the Apple AirPods 4 review:

Apple AirPods 4 review: Pros and cons

Pros Cons
• Comfortable • Audio and ANC still below AirPods Pro 2
• IP54 rating on both earbuds and case • Not the best battery life
• The best ANC on half in-ear earbuds • No volume control
• Nice, balanced sound • It has a pretty bad sub-bass response
• Good call quality (also supports Voice Isolation)
  • Watch our video review of Apple AirPods 4

MediaTek Dimensity 9400 is now official with 35% increase in single core performance

Surakshya Acharya
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MediaTek Dimensity 9400 is now official with 35% increase in single core performance
MediaTek has launched its latest flagship chipset, the Dimensity 9400, which will be available in a couple of months. This new chipset marks a significant upgrade from its predecessor, the Dimensity 9300, with various improvements in CPU performance, AI capabilities, and gaming features. In this article, we will discuss everything about the latest Dimensity 9400 chipset. 

Dimensity 9400 Chipset Overview

CPU 

Mediatek Dimensity 9400 chip

The Dimensity 9400 features MediaTek’s second-generation All Big Core design. It incorporates a powerful Arm Cortex-X925 core running at over 3.62GHz, alongside three Cortex-X4 cores and four Cortex-A720 cores. This configuration provides a 35% increase in single-core performance and a 28% boost in multi-core performance compared to the Dimensity 9300. Additionally, the chipset is built on TSMC’s second-generation 3nm process, resulting in up to 40% greater power efficiency.

Gaming 

The Dimensity 9400 aims to deliver an immersive gaming experience with its 12-core Arm Immortalis-G925 GPU. This GPU offers a 41% peak performance and 40% faster ray tracing capabilities compared to its predecessor. It also supports opacity micromaps (OMM) for realistic visual effects, resulting in 44% power savings. The chipset integrates MediaTek Adaptive Gaming Technology (MAGT) 3.0 and HyperEngine’s Super Resolution for enhanced gaming performance.

AI Capabilities

A notable feature of the Dimensity 9400 is its 8th Generation NPU, which enhances generative AI performance. It is the first mobile chipset to support on-device LoRA training and high-quality video generation. The new Dimensity Agentic AI Engine (DAE) accelerates large language model (LLM) prompt performance by up to 80% while improving power efficiency by 35%.

Multimedia and Sound Quality

The Dimensity 9400 features the MediaTek Imagiq 1090, which supports HDR video recording across the entire zoom range. Its Smooth Zoom technology facilitates capturing moving subjects while conserving power by up to 14% during 4K60 video capture. Additionally, it supports a maximum camera sensor of 320MP and enables 8K60 video recording.

Dimensity 9400

The Dimensity 9400 includes advanced sound recording features, supporting up to 24bit/384KHz BT Audio. It allows for audio recording with up to 6 microphones and incorporates AI Audio Focus to eliminate unwanted noises.

Connectivity and Features

This chipset includes an updated 3GPP Release-17 5G modem with 4CC-CA, achieving up to 7Gbps in sub-6GHz performance. It also features a new 4nm Wi-Fi/Bluetooth combo chip, supporting data rates of 7.3Gbps and Wi-Fi 7 tri-band MLO. MediaTek Xtra Range 3.0 enhances Wi-Fi coverage by up to 30 meters. Furthermore, the Dimensity 9400 is ready for the next generation of trifold smartphones, offering dedicated 3X MIPI-DSI for these devices. It also supports 5G/4G Dual SIM Dual Active.

Partnership with Google

In addition, MediaTek announced that its Dimensity Platforms are now optimized to support Google’s Gemini Nano, which includes multimodal capabilities. This partnership aims to better the generative AI experiences across the Android ecosystem. The Dimensity 9400’s new NPU will support hardware acceleration for text, image, and speech, contributing to the advancement of complex AI models on devices.

MediaTek Dimensity 9400 Specifications

  • CPU:
    • 1x Arm Cortex-X925 core (up to 3.62GHz)
    • 3x Arm Cortex-X4 cores
    • 4x Arm Cortex-A720 cores
  • Fabrication Process: TSMC 3nm
  • NPU: 8th Generation NPU with hardware acceleration for text, image, and speech
  • Graphics:
    • 12-core Arm Immortalis-G925 GPU
    • 41% peak performance
    • 40% faster ray tracing performance
  • Camera Support:
    • Maximum sensor: 320MP
    • 8K60 video capture
    • MediaTek Imagiq 1090 for HDR video recording
  • Connectivity:
    • 3GPP Release-17 5G modem (up to 7Gbps)
    • 4nm Wi-Fi/Bluetooth combo chip (7.3Gbps)
    • Wi-Fi 7 tri-band MLO
    • MediaTek Xtra Range™ 3.0 (up to 30m coverage)
    • Supports 5G/4G Dual SIM Dual Active
    • Ready for trifold smartphones (3X MIPI-DSI)
  • Power Efficiency: Up to 40% more power-efficient than its predecessor
  • Video Recording:
    • 4K60 video capture with reduced power consumption by up to 14%

Mediatek Dimensity 9400 Chipset Availability

Smartphones featuring the MediaTek Dimensity 9400 are expected to launch by the end of 2024. The Vivo X200 series, set to debut on October 14 in China, will be among the first to utilize this chipset. The Find X8 series, scheduled for release on October 24, will also include the Dimensity 9400. The chipset will then compete with the likes of SD 8 Gen 4 and A18 Pro. 

  • Meanwhile, watch our Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs A17 Pro vs Dimensity 9300 video:

Itel Flip One launched in India — It’s a flip phone alright, but the OG kind!

Raizel Tandukar
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Itel Flip One launched in India — It’s a flip phone alright, but the OG kind!

Tecno recently launched the second iteration of its flip phone, and Infinix recently added one to its catalogue as well. Just yesterday, their sister company — Itel, also introduced a flip phone, but the old-school kind… with a keypad. Let’s take a look at the Itel Flip One in further detail, and also discuss what what its price in Nepal might be.

Itel Flip One Overview

Design and Display

As I mentioned earlier, the Itel Flip One is a feature phone, and it folds in half. As such, it has a hinge with the company branding on the outside in the middle. This phone is trying to imitate the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 with “two” vertically aligned camera cutouts and a black strip going across. That being said, the one isn’t a blatant imposter though, as it has some twist to it. The edges of this thing are flat, and the back is layered with leather! Even Samsung Flips haven’t had a leather finish so far, so that’s something.

Itel Flip One Design

On the front, it has a modest 2.4-inch display with OVGA resolution. Obviously, it isn’t a touchscreen or anything. That’s about it for the display. However, I can’t help but wonder, how cool would it have been if Itel pulled something like the Lava Agni 3 and slapped a secondary display on the back.

Hardware and Features

There isn’t much information about the internals of the Itel Flip One — not surprising for a feature phone to do something like this. But from what’s available, this phone can store up to 2,000 contacts and 100 SMS. It has a 1,200 mAh battery and offers a week’s battery life in Super Battery Mode. Once out of juice, you can charge it back up through the USB-C port. It also has a camera on the back, which is of VGA resolution.

Itel Flip One Languages

You get dual SIM cellular and Bluetooth support on this thing. Itel lists “BT Caller” as one of the features on the Flip One. Though it has not been clarified, it’s likely trying to convey that you can connect other accessories such as earbuds, smartwatches, and speakers through Bluetooth and receive calls through them. Similarly, there is something called “King Voice”, which appears to be a voice changer of sorts. Lastly, this phone supports 13 different languages spoken in India. This seems to be specific to the Indian variant, and the listing of this phone on the Pakistani website does not mention any such feature.

Itel Flip One Specifications

  • Design: Flip design with leather back and glass keypad
  • Display: 2.4-inch colour display, OVGA (640 x 480 pixels)
  • Memory: 2,000 contacts + 100 SMS worth
  • Camera: VGA resolution ≅ 0.3MP
  • Battery: 1,200 mAh battery with up to 7 days battery life
  • Charging: via USB-C
  • Connectivity: Dual SIM, Bluetooth, 3.5mm audio jack
  • Features: Bluetooth calling, King Voice, Wireless FM Radio, 13 Indian Regional Language
  • Colour Options: Orange, Light Blue, Black

Itel Flip One Price in Nepal and Availability

Transsion Holdings’ subsidiary made this phone available on 7 October 2024 in India for INR 2,499 coupled with a one-year warranty. If the Itel Flip One makes its way to Nepal, we expect its price to be NPR 4,999.

Itel Mobile Phone Price in India (Official) Price in Nepal (Expected)
Flip One INR 2,499 NPR 4,999
  • Meanwhile, check out our Motorola Razr 50 review video:

Redmi Pad SE 8.7 4G launched in Nepal in 6GB + 128GB trim

Raizel Tandukar
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Redmi Pad SE 8.7 4G launched in Nepal in 6GB + 128GB trim

Xiaomi recently launched a whole bunch of products into the Nepali market. Among the slew of products is a medium-sized tablet with rather affordable pricing. This article will further discuss the Redmi Pad SE 8.7 4G, including its price in Nepal.

Redmi Pad SE 8.7 4G Overview

Design and Display

The Redmi Pad SE 8.7 4G comes in a flat design with its edges and frames having no curves. Apart from a circular camera island on the top edge of the back panel, nothing much is going on here design-wise. It is a standard-looking tablet for the most part, however, it is rather smaller considering how enormous tablets can be. Hence, it is quite portable and should be easy to hold with a single hand when consuming content. Furthermore, it ships in Graphite Grey, Aurora Green, and Sky Blue colours.

Redmi Pad SE 8.7 4G Design

Despite its smaller size, it packs a decent-sized display measuring 8.7 inches. It is an LCD panel with HD+ resolution, up to 90Hz refresh rate, and a peak brightness of 600 nits. Additionally, it comes with TÜV Rheinland low blue light (software-based) and flicker-free certification.

Performance

Under the hood, the Redmi Pad SE 8.7 4G packs the MediaTek Helio G85 processor with 12nm fabbing and a peak clock speed of 2.0GHz. Though it is available in multiple configurations in the international market, we Nepali folks only get a single option. Here, the tablet comes with 6GB LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB eMMC 5.1 storage, which actually is the highest trim available. There is also a dedicated slot for storage expansion with a microSD card of up to 2TB capacity.

MediaTek Helio G85 Render

In the tank, it has a 6,650 mAh battery with 18W charging support. However, you only get a 10W charger bundled with the box. On the software front, this thing boots on the Xiaomi HyperOS based on Android U (Android 14).

Camera and Connectivity

In terms of optics, it comes equipped with two pieces. The rear camera is an 8MP unit, and the front is a slightly lower 5MP one. The Redmi Pad SE 8.7 4G comes with fully functioning cellular connectivity. In fact, you can pop in two SIMs in it and use it for calls, messaging, and 4G internet. Other than that, it supports dual-band WiFi 5, and Bluetooth v5.3 as well.

Redmi Pad SE 8.7 4G Specifications

  • Design: Flat design with a monotone design
  • Dimensions: 211.58 mm x 125.48 mm x 8.80 mm
  • Weight: ~375 grams
  • Display: 8.70” LCD Panel, 5:3 aspect ratio, Up to 90Hz refresh rate, 600 nits brightness (Outdoor mode), 2,048 level brightness level, 1B colour depth, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) and Flicker Free certified, DC dimming
  • Resolution: HD+ (800 x 1,340)
  • Chipset: Octa-core MediaTek Helio G85 (12nm)
  • RAM: 6GB or 8GB LPDDR4X
  • ROM: 64GB or 128GB eMMC 5.1 + 2TB expandable with MicroSD card
  • OS & UI: Xiaomi HyperOS based on Android 14
  • Cameras: 8MP (Rear) + 5MP (Front)
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, E-compass, Hall, Virtual proximity, Virtual light
  • Navigation: GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
  • Battery: 6,650 mAh cell with 18W fast charging
  • Connectivity: Dual SIM, 4G LTE, Dual-band WiFi 5, Hotspot, Bluetooth v5.3, IR blaster, USB 2.0 Type-C, 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Colour Options: Graphite Grey, Aurora Green, Sky Blue

Buy Redmi Pad SE 8.7 4G Here!

Redmi Pad SE 8.7 4G Price in Nepal and Availability

The company unveiled this tablet to the Nepali market on 7 October 2024 through its official media handle. The Redmi Pad SE 8.7 4G is available for purchase at all the authorised stores in Nepal for a price of NPR 19,999.

Redmi Pad SE 8.7 4G Price in Nepal (Official)
6GB + 128GB NPR 19,999
  • Meanwhile, check out our POCO Pad review video:

Marshall Major V launched in Nepal with a classic textured tolex finish

Dip Khatiwada
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Marshall Major V launched in Nepal with a classic textured tolex finish

Marshall has introduced the Major V, its latest addition to the Nepali market. The headphone features the classic Marshall design, big battery life and improved audio. This article will discuss everything about the latest Marshall Major V, including its expected price in Nepal. 

Marshall Major V Overview

Design

Marshall Major V Design

The headphones feature the iconic Marshall design, with a boxy shape and a textured tolex finish on the surface. The foldable build makes them compact for easy storage, though a carrying case is not included. Along with wireless functionality, the Major V comes with a 3.5mm coiled cable for optional wired listening

Battery Life and Wireless Charging

The Major V headphones deliver over 100 hours of playback time on a single charge. Additionally, they also support wireless charging.  The headphones also support USB-C for faster charging, providing 15 hours of playback in just 15 minutes.

Multipoint Bluetooth Connectivity

The headphones use Bluetooth 5.3 for connectivity, allowing multipoint connection to two devices simultaneously. They support SBC, AAC, and LC3 codecs as well.

Marshall Major V design and features

While there is no active noise cancelation (ANC), the thick earpads provide passive noise isolation. However, the Major V does not have an IP rating, meaning they are not waterproof.

Controls and App Integration

The Major V comes with a multi-function gold control button for managing playback, volume, and calls. Furthermore, a customizable M-button allows users to switch between preset EQ modes, Spotify, or their voice assistant. Moreover, the Marshall Bluetooth app offers customization, letting users adjust the sound with a 5-band EQ.

Marshall Major V Specifications

  • Battery Life: 100+ hours playback
  • Fast Charging: 15 minutes charge = 15 hours playback
  • Charging: Wireless charging, USB-C wired charging
  • Bluetooth: 5.3, multipoint connection, SBC, AAC, LC3 codecs
  • Wired Listening: 3.5mm coiled cable, dual-function (input/output)
  • Controls: Multi-function gold button for playback, volume, calls; customizable M-button (Spotify, EQ, voice assistant)
  • App: Marshall Bluetooth app with 5-band EQ customization
  • Impedance: 32Ω
  • Sensitivity: 106 dB/mW

Marshall Major V Price in Nepal and Availability

Marshall Major V is priced at NPR 22,500. It is available at retail various stores all around Nepal, including from our affiliate partner Hukut Store. 

Headphone Price in Nepal (Official) Availability
Marshall Major V  NPR 22,500 Hukut

  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the iPhone 16 Pro Max

Redmi Pad Pro 5G launched in Nepal with Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 and 10,000 mAh battery

Mintu
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Redmi Pad Pro 5G launched in Nepal with Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 and 10,000 mAh battery

Xiaomi launched the Redmi Pad Pro a while ago and now its cellular version, the Redmi Pad Pro 5G is also official. It bears the same features as the Redmi Pad Pro. Without further ado, let’s talk about everything about the Redmi Pad Pro 5G, including its price in Nepal, specifications, and availability.

Redmi Pad Pro 5G Overview:

Design and Display

Redmi Pad Pro 5G boasts a usual rectangular tablet body with support for accessories like a stylus and an external keyboard. At the back, they sport an identical camera module, one from the recently launched Redmi Note 13 Pro 4G. On the edge, there are two speaker grills on each side of the top and bottom, with a quad-speaker setup.

Redmi Pad Pro Leaks

In terms of display, the Redmi Pad Pro/5G ships with a 12.1-inch IPS LCD panel.  The tab comes with a solid 2.5K resolution and a high 120Hz refresh rate. Likewise, the tab is triple TÜV Rheinland eye Protection Certified and arrives in three color options: Black, White, and Light Violet.

Performance

Under the hood, the Redmi Pad Pro/5G is powered by a 4nm Snapdragon 7S Gen 2 chipset. Moreover, it boots on Xiaomi’s HyperOS built on top of Android 14. The processor is accompanied by up to 8 GB of LPDDR4x RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage.

Xiaomi HyperOS

Camera and Battery

Talking about the cameras, the Redmi Pad Pro/5G has an 8MP Camera setup both at the front and the back. Moreover, fueling the Redmi Pad Pro is a 10,000 mAh battery, with 33W fast charging support. As for the connectivity, it features WiFi, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, a USB Type-C port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Redmi Pad Pro 5G Specifications

  • Display: 12.1 inches IPS LCD panel, 120Hz refresh rate
  • Resolution: 2.5K, 16:10 ratio
  • Chipset: Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 5G (4nm)
  • Software & UI: Andriod 14 with HyperOS on top
  • Rear Camera: 8MP
  • Front Camera: 8MP
  • RAM /Storage: Up to 8GB RAM and up to 256 GB of storage
  • Audio: Quad-speaker setup
  • Accessories: Stylus, Keyboard
  • Connectivity: 5G (Cellular Version), WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, USB Type-C, a 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Battery: 10,000 mAh with 33W fast charging
  • Color Options: Black, White, Light Violet
  • Buy Redmi Pad Pro 5G here

Redmi Pad Pro 5G Price in Nepal and Availability

The official price of Redmi Pad Pro 5G in Nepal is NPR 39,999 for 6/128GB and NPR 44,999 for 8/256GB variant. Meanwhile, the WiFi-only version is available at just NPR 31,999 for the sole 6/128GB trim. You can buy Redmi Pad Pro 5G in Nepal from Xiaomi-authorized stores like Hukut. Whereas its accessories — the Redmi Smart Pen and the Redmi Pad Pro Keyboard — both cost NPR 6,499.

Redmi Pad Pro Version Price in Nepal (Official) Availability
6/128GB WiFi Only NPR 31,999 Hukut
6/128GB WiFi + Cellular NPR 39,999
8/256GB NPR 44,999

  • Meanwhile, you can check our Redmi Pad review.

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