As Tihar approaches, it’s the perfect time to treat yourself or your loved one to the latest phones. With the launch of the iPhone 16 series, Hukut Store is rolling out some truly incredible offers. Imagine unboxing your brand-new iPhone and discovering a treasure trove of exclusive gifts. Without any delay let’s get into depth about it.
Gifts on every series of iPhone 16
A win-win situation for buyers!
For those looking to upgrade to the iPhone 16 Pro or 16 Pro Max, Hukut Store has an amazing offer lined up. With every purchase, you’ll receive a complimentary Anker R50i NC worth Rs. 6499, a choice between a 20W Apple charger (worth Rs. 3999) or a 30W Ugreen Nexode Robot charger (worth Rs. 4199).
Not only that you will also get a high-quality tempered glass and back cover valued at Rs. 1800. That’s a total of Rs. 12,500 in gifts, absolutely free!
If you’re considering the iPhone 16 or 16+, Hukut Store has great deals for you too. With your purchase, you can enjoy a free 20W Apple charger or a 30W Ugreen Nexode Robot charger, along with a premium tempered glass and back cover worth Rs. 1800. Moreover, you’ll receive Promate Buds Lina, valued at Rs. 4499. Altogether, these gifts total Rs. 10,500 at no extra cost!
Don’t miss out on these fantastic iPhone 16 series gifts offered at the Hukut store. For this, you can conveniently order your iPhone online, or if you prefer a hands-on experience, you can visit their store located on New Road, Kathmandu.
Celebrate the festival of lights with a brand-new iPhone and exclusive gifts!
Are you trying to build a website for your business or personal brand? Then one of the first things you would need — is a domain name. Let’s talk about this “domain name” thingy, and how to get one in Nepal.
How to get a domain name for free in Nepal?
What is a domain name?
Before getting into the “how to” part, let’s briefly discuss the “what” and “why”. So, a domain name is a unique address to access a website that you can read. For instance, on our website i.e. www.gadgetbytenepal.com — the “gadgetbytenepal” is the domain name, while the “.com” is a domain extension.
If it were not for the domain name, we would have to remember numeric IP addresses instead. Imagine having to pull up a long chain of numbers every time you try to open Google. Yikes.
Why get a domain name?
So, domain names are vital for easier internet surfing, alright… But why? What other benefits do they even have? There are a few reasons for that too:
Branding
One of the major reasons why you would want a domain name is for branding. Every company needs a website to connect with its audience or to boost sales. For this, they generally go with the exact brand name for their domain name, which adds to the company’s identity.
Credibility
A proper and professional domain name offers credibility. For example: let’s say you want to build a tech website and decide to go by the name “rpq”. Now, when you put up a website having “rpqtech.com” sounds way more credible than just going by “rpq.com”.
I am just giving an example obviously, I recommend you name your venture something tech-related rather than just some random alphabets like “rpq”. If they happen to be your initials, then that’s a different story.
Likewise, the domain extension adds even more credibility to your website.
How to get a domain name for free?
You can get a domain name with our country code (“.np” for Nepal) for absolutely free! All you have to do is follow these steps:
Click “Search” to check the availability of the domain name If the domain name is not available, try some variations
Click on the “Register Now” You will be redirected to the User Sign In/Create User page
Fill in the necessary details and proceed accordingly
Fill up the form and attach the requested documents
Wait for the approval
Things to consider
While getting a domain name in Nepal isn’t all that complex, you need to consider a few things during the process. They are:
A company or an organisation can only get a domain name based on its name, product’s name, service’s name or brand name
In the case of individuals, one can only register a domain name based on their legal names
You can submit the required documents in .jpg, .jpeg, .png, .gif, and .svg file formats
The submitted document cannot exceed 200KB in size
Documents Required
For Local Entities
Certificate of company/firm/partnership/organisation registration
For Foreign Entities
Certificate of branch office or liaison office registration
Certificate of affiliation with Social Welfare Council
(Either one can be submitted)
For Non-incorporated Entities involved in business in Nepal
PAN Registration Certificate
(Applicable to likes of Permanent Establishments or Non-incorporated Joint Venture Entities)
For Any Entities (Local or Foreign) with business interest in Nepal
Certificate of Trademark Registration in Nepal
Official filing receipt of trademark application issued by the Department of Industry. In this case, the actual Trademark Registration Certificate needs to be submitted within three years of domain registration
For Individuals
Nepali Citizenship
Nepali Passport
Nepali Driving licence
Nepali Voter’s Card
Non-Resident Nepali (NRN) ID Card
Nepali Resident Visa (For foreign nationals)
(Either one of the documents mentioned above can be submitted)
How to get a domain name for free in Nepal: Conclusion
By following the above steps, submitting the supported documents, and keeping the aforementioned points in consideration, you can easily get a domain name in Nepal. That too for absolutely free!
Ncell offers various voice packs to meet different calling needs, whether for occasional calls, regular use, or long-term savings. Here’s a quick guide on how to choose and activate the right voice pack for you.
Howt to activate voice packs in NCELL?
Types of Ncell Voice Packs
Day Voice Packs
40 minutes for Rs. 10
25 minutes for Rs. 16
Weekly Voice Packs
200 minutes for Rs. 80
400 minutes for Rs. 150
Monthly Voice Packs
800 minutes for Rs. 265
Unlimited talk for Rs. 399
Special & Unlimited Packs
Night Pack (12 AM – 6 AM): Unlimited calls for Rs. 14
All-Nepal Unlimited + 10GB Data: Unlimited calls for Rs. 265
How to Activate a Voice Pack
USSD Code: Dial *17118# to view and select available packs directly from your phone.
Ncell App: Open the Ncell app, and navigate to the “Services” or “Buy Offers” section to activate voice packs.
Checking Remaining Call Minutes
You can check your remaining call minutes anytime by dialing *100#. This will show your balance, including the minutes left and the validity of your current pack.
Tips for Selecting a Voice Pack
Bundled Benefits: Some packs offer additional data or SMS, so check if these options suit your needs.
Validity and Renewal: Keep track of your pack’s expiration and use auto-renewal if you want uninterrupted service.
Apple is working on a health app aimed at helping prediabetic users manage their condition by maintaining stable blood glucose levels and reducing the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. In this article, we will discuss the latest updates on the new health features that will be available in their upcoming Health apps.
Apple Health App Overview
What’s in it?
One of the app’s most anticipated features is non-invasive blood glucose tracking. Apple is developing sensor technology to monitor blood glucose levels without needles or invasive methods, simplifying glucose management for users who need regular monitoring.
This app specifically targets individuals with prediabetes, aiming to aid in Type 2 diabetes prevention. By focusing on stable blood glucose management, Apple aligns with its health-centric approach to technology.
Employee Testing Completed
Apple recently completed internal testing of this non-invasive monitoring with its employees, gathering feedback and data to refine the feature. If the testing continues to yield positive results, Apple could release the feature as early as next year.
Additional Features for Health Management
The app will also include food logging and personalized meal recommendations. These tools are intended to help users make healthier food choices and gain insights into their eating habits, fostering proactive health management.
Meanwhile, check out our review of the Apple Watch series 10
Kick Lifestyle launched the ZenBuds a few months back, and its charging case had a touchscreen on the front. It was quite a sensation, and now, another popular homegrown OEM brand — MyPower, has added a similar offering to its catalogue. Let’s talk about the MyPower Mypod VR3 in further detail in this article and also discuss its price in Nepal.
MyPower Mypod VR3 Overview
Design
These earbuds come in in-ear fitting with classic AirPods Pro-like looks. They even have black strips near the top of the stem and speaker unit housing. Furthermore, the MyPower Mypod VR3 also ships in a single White option just like the Apple offering.
The AirPods Pro inspiration continues onto the charging case too. However, it has one distinct feature which prevents it from looking like a complete knock-off. There is a display with touch support. You can use this screen to access the various features these earbuds offer.
The audio on the MyPower Mypod VR3 is driven by a 13mm driver on each bud. Meanwhile, these buds offer environmental noise cancellation during phone calls ensuring a clear calling experience. They are also equipped with ANC, clearing out ambient background noise.
These earbuds come with Bluetooth v5.3 and connect instantly to your device after pairing for the first time. The touch display on MyPower Mypod VR3’s charging case lets you control the buds by changing tracks, fiddling with volume, etc. It also offers other features like toggling noise cancellation, answering calls, “Lost & Find”, camera control, and so on.
Talking of the battery, these buds pack 45mAh cells while the charging case has a 360mAh unit. Combined, they can offer you one full day of music listening. Once drained completely, the whole package can be charged in three hours total. Moreover, they support fast charging too, where plugging in for 15 minutes equates to 150 minutes of playtime. These buds apparently support wireless charging as well.
MyPower Mypod VR3 Specifications
Design: In-ear, stemmed, Display on the charging case
Dimensions:
Buds: 32.00 mm x 31.00 mm x 26.00 mm
Case: 61.00 mm x 48.00 mm x 30.00 mm
Weight: 5.00 grams (Buds), 55.00 grams (Case)
Sound Driver: 13mm dual drivers
Noise Cancellation: Active Noise Cancellation + Noise Reduction during calls
Connectivity: Bluetooth v5.3
Battery: 45 mAh (Buds), 360 mAh (Case)
Playback (50% Volume): Up to 7 hours (Buds), Up to 24 hours (With Case)
Charging: 1.5 hours (90 minutes for buds and case each), via USB Type-C, 15 minutes charge = 150 minutes usage
Features: Touch controls, Controls through charging case display, Lock screen wallpaper, Lost and Find, Camera remote, Wireless charging*
Colour Options: White
MyPower Mypod VR3 Price in Nepal and Availability
These earbuds were launched on 22 October 2024 and can be purchased on MyPower’s official website. Though the Mypod VR3 has an MRP of NPR 2,999, you can get it for an introductory price of just NPR 2,499. The company is also offering a warranty of six months on the product.
MyPower Earbuds
Price in Nepal (Official)
Mypod VR3
NPR 2,999 NPR 2,499
Meanwhile, check out our video list of best wireless earbuds under NPR 3,000:
Samsung just launched its next-generation midrange processor. This one succeeds the Exynos 1480 bringing some incremental upgrades with a redesigned architecture. Let’s discuss the Samsung Exynos 1580 further in this article and its eventual availability.
Samsung Exynos 1580 Overview
Internals
This new Samsung processor is built on the company’s in-house third-generation 4nm EUV FinFET process. Its predecessor was also built on a 4nm process, however, the company has not specified the lithography generation. While that may be true, the Exynos 1580 likely has a better fabrication than the last-gen chipset.
Samsung also updated the CPU architecture to a tri-cluster design. Previously, the Exynos 1480 had four performance and efficiency cores each. In contrast, the Exynos 1580 comes with a Cortex-A720 acting as a prime core clocking at 2.9GHz. In addition, it has three more Cortex-A720 cores capped at 2.6GHz and four Cortex-A520 cores with 1.95GHz clock speed. The featured cores are the newer ARMv9 ones, offering better efficiency.
Graphics and NPU
The graphics department also sees an upgrade to AMD’s RDNA 3 architecture facilitating a 37% increase in peak performance than the Exynos 1480. In the meantime, the Exynos 1580 offers 20% better performance when consuming the same amount of power. The GPU also has an increased GL2 cache.
The NPU however, appears to be the same 6K MAC units. Regardless, the on-device AI might still be better as this chip has a larger 2MB cache. Furthermore, Samsung mentions that this processor supports 14.7 TOPS of AI performance.
Moving on, the latest chipset from Samsung supports LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. Likewise, it supports an FHD+ display with a 144Hz refresh rate. For cameras, you can have a single camera of up to 200MP resolution. The Exynos 1580 works with a dual-camera setup as well, albeit both lenses are capped at 32MP. Video-wise, this chipset can process 4K videos at 60FPS.
Talking of connectivity, this silicon is unsurprisingly 5G-ready and supports both NR and mmWave bands. Additionally, it also supports Bluetooth v5.4 and WiFi 6E.
Samsung Exynos 1580 Launch and Availability
Samsung unveiled the Exynos 1580 on 24 October 2024. However, it will be some time before this chipset becomes available commercially. The Samsung Galaxy A56 will be the first phone to sport the Exynos 1580, which might launch around March next year. Moreover, the smartphone has already appeared on benchmarking sites with this processor — further solidifying the case.
Oppo launched its top-of-the-line Find X8 series in China yesterday with a base X8 and a pricier X8 Pro. Since we have already covered the Oppo Find X8 in detail, let’s dive a bit into its Pro sibling, alongside its features, specifications, expected availability, and price in Nepal.
Oppo Find X8 Pro Overview
Design and Display
Oppo’s Find X8 series features flat frames and a sleek premium look. The display on the Pro version is slightly curved on the four corners while the base X8 has a fully flat front. The camera ring is more compact and less protrusive than before and the X8 Pro is available in China in typical Black and White color options with a characteristic Blue variant available as well.
The screen is a QHD+ AMOLED screen with a variable refresh rate of 1-120Hz (LTPO). It supports over 1 billion colors and can reach an all-screen brightness of a whopping 1600nits. There’s also HDR 10+ and Dolby Vision support where certain zones can reach up to a blinding 4500 nits.
Performance and Memory
At the helm, there’s MediaTek’s new hero: the Dimensity 9400 baked on TSMC’s N3E 3nm node. The chip looks super fast with its prime Cortex X925 core @ 3.63GHz complemented by a couple of Cortex X4 performance cores and Cortex A720s for efficiency. Alongside that, the upgraded Immortalis GPU promises a substantial boost in graphical workloads of up to 30%. For cooling, there’s a graphite sheet, a large vapor chamber, and some thermal gel for dissipation.
As for memory, the RAM is LPDD5X with up to 16GB capacity, and the storage can be configured with up to a terabyte. Everything’s running on OPPO’s Color 15 skin built on top of Android 15.
Cameras and Battery
For the Find X8 Pro, Oppo has offered a quad camera rear setup consisting of a primary lens, two telephotos: one with up to 3x optical zoom and the other with up to 6x, and an ultrawide. The primary is Sony’s LYT 808 sensor with a f/1.6 aperture and a focal length of 23mm while the ultrawide and 3x telephoto carry over from the base X8. The extra 6x telephoto is an IMX periscope lens with an aperture of f/4.3 and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). Housed in the hole punch upfront is a 32MP selfie camera.
Fueling the Pro is an impressive 5910mAh Silicon Carbide cell that supports up to 80W wired and 50W wireless charging. The Find X8 Pro has WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, and NFC support as well alongside 5G connectivity.
This Oppo smartphone is now available in China with a starting price of CNY 5,299 for the base 12/256GB variant. Although unlikely, if the device makes it here, we expect the Oppo Find X8 Pro price in Nepal to be around NPR 140,000.
Oppo Find X8
Price in China (Official)
Price in Nepal (Expected)
12/256GB
CNY 5,299
NPR 139,999
16/256GB
CNY 5,699
NPR 149,999
12/512GB
CNY 5,999
NPR 157,999
16/512GB
CNY 6,499
NPR 166,999
16GB/1TB
CNY 6,799
NPR 173,999
Meanwhile, check out our video on the Oppo Find X7 Ultra vs Samsung’s S24 Ultra:
Oppo recently unveiled the curtains on its flagship Find X series with the introduction of the Find X8 and Find X8 Pro. While the ‘Ultra’ of the bunch will be revealed further down the road, the base and the pro models are now readily available in China. In this piece, we’ll take a quick look at the gateway to this X series, the Oppo Find X8, its features, and specifications, and finally an expected price in Nepal alongside some availability scoops.
Oppo Find X8 Overview
Design and Display
Oppo’s flagship X series has always sported an elegant and premium design but the Chinese smartphone maker has gone one step beyond this time to make the X8 sleeker than its predecessors. The camera bump on the back has been noticeably reduced due to the use of multi-prism technology, and the phone in general is slimmer by a millimeter, and more compact in all dimensions.
That’s to say, the display is now a slightly smaller 6.59-inch flat LTPO AMOLED panel that refreshes between 1-120Hz. It’s got all the bells and whistles you’d expect out of a flagship like vibrant colors, high brightness, durable protection, and lots of others. It’s got Dolby Vision support and a very crisp resolution yielding a pixel density of roughly 450 ppi.
Performance and Memory
Under the hood, the Oppo Find X8 is powered by the new Dimensity 9400 chipset from MediaTek. It’s a 3nm chip led by a superpowerful Cortex X925 Arm core running at up to 3.63 GHz. Others that follow are 3x Cortex X4 cores and 4x Cortex A720 cores that clock in at up to 3.3GHz and 2.4 GHz respectively. Since the new SoC has an upgraded Immortalis GPU as well, expect the Oppo Find X8 to dust its predecessor in gaming workloads. To ensure that, and keep things under wraps, the X8 and its sibling feature a redesigned thermal solution with graphite sheets, vapor chambers, and thermal gel.
From the memory side of things, the base variant of the Find X8 ships with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. But, there are many different configurations including 16/256GB, 12/512GB, 16/512GB, and finally the top-end 16GB/1TB model. As for the software, the phone boots on ColorOS 15 based on Android 15 with a new look, and many different optimizations, especially in terms of animation fluidity.
Cameras
The cameras are most in focus when talking about new Find X smartphones and this time it’s no different. While the Pro version gets an additional telephoto lens, the base X8 features a 50MP primary Sony LYT 700 sensor, a 50MP ultrawide, and a 50MP IMX 882 telephoto. The primary and telephoto feature both Phase Detection Auto Focus (PDAF) and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) while the latter is missing on the ISOCELL ultrawide.
All of that is now housed in a sleeker camera island that protrudes less than the previous generation. It is especially commendable considering the primary is the same sized 1/1.56 “ sensor and there’s a similar telephoto with a 73mm focal length. The trick here lies in the use of multiple prisms to save vertical space instead of a periscope layout. Anyways, that hardware is now paired with Oppo’s HyperTone image engine which merges nine frames into one for better clarity and range. Of course, there’s the Hasselblad optimization in terms of colors and portraits that has been the staple for Find X for the last few years. On the front, you get a 32MP selfie camera just like last year.
Battery and Extras
Despite the compact form factor, the Find X8 houses a big 5630mAh battery thanks to the use of Silicon Carbide technology that packs in more energy for the same volume. It’s super quick to charge right back too at 80W wired and 50W wireless top-up support. On the connectivity side, there’s the latest WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 with support for LHDC 5, 5-way GNSS, and NFC. The USB port is limited to Gen 2 speeds though, unlike the X8 Pro.
The Oppo smartphone will start shipping in China in a few days for an ask of CNY 4,200. Although very unlikely, if it makes it here, we expect the Oppo Find X8 price in Nepal to be around NPR 99,999.
Oppo Find X8
Price in China (Official)
Price in Nepal (Expected)
12/256GB
CNY 4,199
NPR 99,999
16/256GB
CNY 4,399
NPR 109,999
12/512GB
CNY 4,699
NPR 129,999
16/512GB
CNY 4,999
NPR 134,999
16GB/1TB
CNY 5,499
NPR 144,999
Meanwhile, check out our video on the Oppo Find X7 Ultra vs Samsung’s S24 Ultra:
Oppo has launched the Enco X3 earbuds during a recent event in China. This earbud was launched alongside the introduction of the flagship X8 series and the Oppo Pad 3 Pro, which we have covered in a separate article. But, let’s talk about the latest Oppo Enoc X3 Earbuds, including their expected price in Nepal.
Oppo Enco X3 Overview
Audio
The Enco X3 earbuds feature the BES2700 chipset. They include an 11mm bass driver and a 6mm tweeter. The Enco X3 supports wireless lossless audio transmission at 1 Mbps. It utilizes Bluetooth 5.4 and LHDC 5.0, which supports 192kHz/24bit audio. The earbuds also offer advanced noise-cancellation capabilities. They can reduce noise by up to 50 dB. Additionally, they feature AI Call Noise Reduction and a three-microphone system to enhance voice clarity.
User Controls
Users can control music, calls, and volume through gesture-based commands. Furthermore, the earbuds have an IP55 rating for dust and water resistance.
Battery and Charging Options
Each earbud has a 58mAh battery, while the charging case has a 566mAh capacity. The Enco X3 supports both wired and wireless charging at up to 10W.
Noise Cancellation: Up to 50 dB reduction, AI Call Noise Reduction, VPU Bone Voiceprint Recognition, anti-wind noise algorithm
Voice Clarity: Real-time voice detection, dual DAC, three-microphone system
Audio Transmission: 1 Mbps wireless lossless transmission, Bluetooth 5.4, LHDC 5.0 (192kHz/24bit), DYNAUDIO tuning, spatial audio support
Controls: Gesture-based for music, calls, volume adjustment
Durability: IP55 dust and water resistance
Battery: 58mAh per earbud, 566mAh charging case
Charging: Supports both wired and wireless charging (up to 10W)
Oppo Enco X3 Earbuds Price in Nepal and Availability
In China, the wired charging version is priced at 899 yuan, while the wireless charging version is available for 949 yuan. As of now, there is no announcement regarding global availability. If it ever makes it here, we expect the latest Enco X3 Earbuds price in Nepal to start at no less than NPR 17,000.
Oppo Enco X3 Earbuds
Price in China (Official)
Price in Nepal (Expected)
Wired Charging
CNY 899
NPR 17,000
Wireless Charging
CNY 949
CNY 19,000
Meanwhile, check out our review of Apple Watch Series 10
OPPO has introduced its latest tablet, the OPPO Pad 3 Pro. It features a 12.1-inch display and is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor. In this article, we will discuss everything about the latest OPPO Pad 3 Pro, including its expected price in Nepal.
OPPO Pad 3 Pro Overview
Display
The OPPO Pad 3 Pro comes with a 12.1-inch 2K LCD display. It supports a refresh rate of 144Hz and features Dolby Vision and HDR10+. Additionally, the peak brightness reaches 600 nits, while having an aspect ratio of 7:5.
Performance and Storage
The Pad 3 Pro runs on last-gen Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset. Meanwhile, It is paired with 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and storage options up to 1TB with UFS 3.1 for faster, better, and smoother multitasking operations.
The device operates on Android 14-based ColorOS 14.1. OPPO has announced that the Pad 3 Pro will receive future updates, including an upgrade to Android 15-based ColorOS 15.
Cameras and Audio
The rear camera is a 13MP unit with autofocus and an LED flash. On the front, the Pad 3 Pro offers an 8MP camera.
The tablet includes six built-in speakers with Dolby Atmos. This setup is intended to provide a more immersive audio experience for users watching videos or playing games. The audio configuration is expected to enhance media consumption on the device.
Battery and Charging
The OPPO Pad 3 Pro has a 9510mAh battery. It supports 67W SuperVOOC fast charging, designed to reduce downtime between charges.
Accessories
OPPO has also introduced accessories for the tablet, including the Smart Touch Keyboard and Pencil 2 Pro stylus. The stylus offers 10,000 levels of pressure sensitivity, designed for digital artists or note-takers.
In China, the base model with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage costs 3299 yuan, while the highest-end model, with 16GB RAM and 1TB storage, costs 4499 yuan . The tablet will be available for purchase starting October 30.
