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Nothing Goes Plus: Phone 2a plus rumors and what to expect!

Surakshya Acharya
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Nothing Goes Plus: Phone 2a plus rumors and what to expect!

Recently, the CMF Phone 1 by Nothing reached 100,000 sales in just 3 hours. This success boosted the Nothing brand’s market value and user expectations all along. Now, the company has introduced a new mid-range model named Nothing Phone (2a) Plus. This article will discuss the phone, including rumours, leaks, and the launch date.

Nothing Phone (2a) Plus: Overview

Plus. More. Extra

Earlier this year Nothing released its Phone (2a) which was most of what Nothing Phone (2) offered but at a lower price. Now, Nothing is all set to launch a new product – Phone (2a) Plus which has been described as “Plus. More. Extra.” It’s quite obvious it’s an upgrade to Nothing Phone (2a), but in what way? Will it outperform the Phone 2a in terms of sheer value? Well, we’ll see.

The company hasn’t made a huge announcement about the Phone 2a Plus yet. But, they have vaguely hinted with “An extraordinary new smartphone is coming” just below the product name with a launch date of 31st July.
Akis Evangelidis, the co-founder of Nothing, tweeted that this phone is the beefed-up version for savvy users who demand more processing power.

While the company has yet to reveal any official images of the device, leaked photos of the Plus version have surfaced online.

Nothing Phone 2a Plus leaked images

Specs are definitely getting a buff

Design and Camera

Talking about the design, the leaked images suggest the dual-camera setup, which is consistent with Nothing’s previous phone designs. The visibility of internal components could suggest continued use of the “Glyph Interface” LED notification system. So, nothing’s new about the new Nothing’s design.

The company has announced that the Phone (2a) Plus will come with three 50MP cameras: one on the front and two on the back.

MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro

Initially, based on some sources, we were expecting that the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus would be sporting the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro processor found in the current model. However, the clouds have now been cleared! Nothing has dropped the info on the silicon it will be rocking — the world-exclusive MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro!

MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro

This processor will have a higher peak frequency of 3.0GHz making it a 10% faster than the Nothing Phone (2a). Furthermore, it will have the Mali-G610 MC4 GPU that can run up to 1.3GHz making it 30% speedier in handling graphics. And about this chip being world-exclusive, it’s probably taking the 7200 Pro route. This means that Nothing will be rocking the Pro chipset, while the rest of the world will get a base model of it.

What else?

In the same announcement post, we could also see the render for the memory on the phone. Which is up to 12gigs of physical RAM, and an additional 8GB virtual memory. This results in a combined memory of 20GB, which is absolutely massive. While the company is presenting the phone as a specimen for gamers, we think all memory will be utilised in some AI activities too!

Other than that, we can say that the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus might feature a similar 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display to its predecessor.

Slightly different looking

Evangelidis replying to one of the comments in his tweet said the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus will have a design change in colour, material, and finish level. However, the leaked images do not show any noticeable difference except for the colours.

Nothing Phone (2a) Plus tweet reply
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus tweet reply

 

 

Nothing Phone (2a) Plus Specifications (Rumored)

  • Display:7 inches, 1080p, 120Hz OLED, 1300 nits peak brightness
  • Protection: Gorilla Glass 5 (Same as Phone (2a))
  • Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro
  • Rear Camera: 50MP with OIS + 50MP Ultra-Wide
  • Front Camera: 50MP
  • Video Recording: Supports 4K video recording from the rear camera
  • Battery: 5000mAh, 50W charging
  • Memory Options: 8+256GB, 12+256GB
  • RAM Type: LPDDR5

What to expect from the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus?

The Plus version is likely going to a minimal upgrade from the Phone (2a) which might not seem like the most interesting of things. But, the co-founder’s tweet suggests that the Plus version will feature improved processing power and hardware design. Those few changes might just make it appealing enough for the right guy so let’s not judge too early.

That is all about Nothing Phone 2a Plus for now. We’ll update you with the official prices, specifications, and reviews after the official launch.

  • Meanwhile, watch our CMF Phone 1 Unboxing & Review video:

how to check NTC number owner name?

Raizel Tandukar
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how to check NTC number owner name?

SIM cards are supposed to be a private asset. But we Nepalis, treat it like a passable commodity. A lot of people who have been using a SIM card for years might not even know, whose name it’s registered under. And that’s very bad, let’s change that! Here are all the ways how you can check the owner’s name of an NTC number.

How to check the NTC Sim Ownership?

Before getting onto how to check the ownership status of an NTC SIM, let’s briefly talk about the…

The trend of passing SIM card

Though on a steady decline, the trend of people giving away their SIM cards to someone else is very real. From parents to their children, amongst siblings, and sometimes between friends too. And the worst of all, using SIM cards you found on the road. Yeah, some people actually do that!

Why do they do that?

Mainly for two reasons: to save the hassle, and to save money. Firstly, you need to fill out a form, get the documentation done, yadda yadda yadda, to get a SIM card, which is too much of a hassle for some people. So, they’ll resort to using someone else’s SIM instead.

SIM Card Gift

The other is to save money. You might be thinking a hundred rupees isn’t much money to save. But hey, getting a SIM card for a dirt cheap price wasn’t always a thing. They used to cost a few hundred, even over a thousand when they were newly launched in Nepal. So, gifting a SIM card was an actual thing back in the day. No one cared what the owner’s name was on the number if they were saving a thousand bucks!

Why not do that?

Well, it’s pretty obvious that you shouldn’t use someone else’s SIM card. But, why? For starters, someone has the SIM registered under their name, and you’re using it. That is kind of like you’re walking around pretending to be somebody you’re not! And next is, you might run-in with the law. This won’t be the case if the SIM is registered under your closed ones, hopefully. 👀

But, if you just use a number you randomly found on the side of the road, then it could be a piece disposed of by a criminal. Who knows what sorts of people might have used it previously? The bottom line is, don’t use someone else’s SIM card — check the name of the number owner.

Check the NTC number owner’s name

To check the ownership of an NTC number, you can go by two methods:

1. Good ol’ USSD

In case you don’t know what a USSD is, it’s a special code that goes like — *number#. The kind you use to check your balance, get a Namaste Credit, buy data, and all sorts of things, yes. Here is how to check who the owner is of the NTC number via the USSD code:

check ntc number owner name USSD

  1. Open Dialler
  2. Enter *922#
  3. Call and you’ll see the information

2. Get the app

The next way you can find out who the owner of an NTC number is by tuning in to the app. I am a big advocator for apps — you can get all the functionalities and services at one place, and you don’t have to remember codes. So, what do you do?

  1. Open the Nepal Telecom app
  2. Login to the app
    [Register, if it’s your first time]
  3. You can see the name of the SIM owner on the top left corner

How to check the NTC number owner’s name: Conclusion

The above-mentioned are the ways how you can check the NTC number owner name. If it’s under your name, really good. If not, you know you can transfer the ownership of the SIM card, right?

Aspect: An intriguing twist on social media

Surakshya Acharya
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Aspect: An intriguing twist on social media

I recently stumbled upon this app called Aspect. At first glance, it looks a lot like Instagram, but there’s a major twist – every user you interact with is an AI. Curious about how this would work, I decided to give it a try and see what it’s all about.

Interface and Interaction of Aspect

The UI looks very similar to Instagram. The app features a clean, minimalist design with a bottom navigation bar including icons for home, search, post creation, notifications, and profile.

Upon creating my account, I followed an AI-generated profile named “hanna.jhanna.j”. The app includes standard social media features like likes and comments. Hanna’s post had 26 likes and I added a comment. The notification system also mimics real social media, alerting users to new followers, likes, and comments.

Aspect Feed

Honestly, it wasn’t anything new till this point. So, I tested the direct messaging feature with Hanna to learn more about this app.

The responses were quick and appropriate too, which was quite impressive. However, the conversation lacked the subtle flow of human interaction, revealing limitations in the AI’s conversational abilities.

Aspect Feed

Until this point, the Aspect app wasn’t disappointing. So, I decided to dig in more and tried chatting with the AI person in my native language (Nepali). But then it was unable to respond, indicating that the system is currently limited to English language processing. This highlights a significant area for potential improvement in the app’s language capabilities. So, what they can do is add a feature with multiple languages option.

More about the Aspect app

While AI interactions are not bad, once you get used to the feeling that you’re not interacting with real people, you eventually get bored. At some points, things were too good to be true. I mean the environment was always positive and welcoming. Well, my Instagram works the other way.

Nonetheless, Aspect serves as an interesting experiment in AI social interaction, and I think it will create a way for more advanced applications in the future.

Download from the App Store
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Best Smartwatches Under Rs. 10,000 in Nepal [Updated]

Nikhil Shrestha
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Best Smartwatches Under Rs. 10,000 in Nepal [Updated]

Now more than ever, it’s crucial that we stay on top of our health. Fitness trackers are a great way to do so and it won’t come as a surprise to anyone when I say that their popularity is constantly on the rise. However, spending a little more gets you a decent smartwatch these days. Well, the “smart” trait is debatable but you’ll be walking home with a bigger display and maybe even a greater set of features. So today, we’re looking at the best budget smartwatches under NPR 10000 in Nepal. Let’s begin.

Which smartwatch is best under 10000 in Nepal?

When searching for the best budget smartwatches under NPR 10000 in Nepal, there are plenty of options to choose from. And most of them bring some unique features to the table. Some may have built-in GPS for easy navigation, some may have a gorgeous AMOLED display, and some may have both of them. Robust build quality and software experience are also a good part of the deal for a smartwatch in this price range.

And here in Nepal, this category is mostly populated by veteran names in the wearable industry like Amazfit. Whereas newcomers like HiFuture and CMF by Nothing have some pretty interesting offerings too. Anyway, if you don’t want to go all in on a flagship smartwatch, then these options are definitely your safest bet.

Note: In this list, we have also included a few budget smartwatches that cost more than NPR 10000—but not by a lot. We’ve done this so that you can further curate your choices, and also because we don’t want you to miss any good deal by spending NPR 1000 – 2000 more. The prices of such products are marked with an asterisk (*) at the end.

Best smartwatches under NPR 10000 in Nepal:

6. HiFuture FutureGo Pro

Kicking off the best smartwatches under NPR 10000 is the HiFuture FutureGo Pro. This is a sturdy watch with a stainless steel cover and a zinc alloy middle frame as well as a 22mm stainless steel band. In a nutshell, this is a male-centric smartwatch with a classy look and build. You get a 1.32-inch LCD display with 360×360 pixels resolution. Which is just fine but, an AMOLED panel would have made much more sense here.

HiFuture FutureGo Pro

When it comes to battery life,  the 430mAh cell lasted for an easy 10 days on normal usage. You get a 3ATM rating for water activities and all the proprietary health tracking such as heart rate, SpO2, sleep tracking, and so on. And during our tests, the results were fairly accurate. Plus, HiFuture has also provided Bluetooth Calling for a hands-free experience.

HiFuture FutureGo Pro Specifications:

  • Body: Zinc Alloy frame + Stainless Steel build
  • Strap: Stainless Steel material (140 – 210 mm adjustable length)
  • Color Options: Black
  • Display: 1.32-inch LCD panel, 360 x 360 pixels
  • Durability: 3ATM water resistant
  • Chipset: Unspecified
  • Software: RTOS
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, Heart rate, SpO2
  • Phone Calls: Yes
  • Sports Mode: 100+ exercise modes
  • Battery: 430mAh (Up to 20 days)
  • Companion App: Glory Fit (Android | iOS)
  • Price in Nepal: NPR 11,599*
  • Buy HiFuture FutureGo Pro here
  • Check out the full specs of HiFuture GoPro here.

5. HiFuture Aura

Next up on the list of best smartwatches under NPR 10000 in Nepal is the HiFuture Aura. This is a female-centric watch with a feminine look. The clasp buckle is adjustable to fit wrists with dimensions ranging from 150mm to 200mm. You get three color options to choose from— Glisten Gold, Murk Black, and Pristine Silver.

HiFuture Aura Design and Display

There is a 1.04-inch AMOLED display with 340 x 340 pixels resolution which looks pretty decent. The watch supports multiple watch faces, sports modes, and health features, including a 24-hour heart rate monitor, sleep tracker, real-time SpO2 calculation, and more. And during our usage, we found the results to be fairly accurate. It is equipped with a 160mAh battery that lasts for a week on moderate usage.

HiFuture Aura Specifications:

  • Display: 1.04” AMOLED screen, 450 nits brightness, 240 x 280 pixels
  • Battery life: 7 days with normal usage
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0
  • Bluetooth Calling: Yes (built-in microphone, speaker)
  • Water Resistance: IP68 dust and water resistant
  • Sensors: Heart rate (with blood oxygen sensor), accelerometer
  • Health tracking: 24/7 heart rate, blood oxygen saturation (SpO2), sleep, stress, women’s health
  • Sports Mode: 50+ (including 10 professional modes)
  • Navigation: No
  • Colors: Glisten Gold, Murk Black, Pristine Silver
  • Companion App: Fit Cloud Pro (Android | iOS)
  • Price in Nepal: Rs. 11,999*
  • Buy HiFuture Aura here
  • Check out the full specs of the HiFuture Aura here.

4. Noise ColorFit Ultra 2

Indian accessory brand Noise recently entered the Nepali market with a bunch of smartwatches and wireless earbuds. And the Noise ColorFit Ultra 2 deservedly takes the bronze medal on our list of best smartwatches under NPR 10000 in Nepal for its excellent overall feature set. And this could be the perfect option for anyone who’s looking for a budget smartwatch that looks and feels premium.

Noise ColorFit Ultra 2 - Display best smartwatches under 10000 in Nepal

The ColorFit Ultra 2’s Apple Watch-like squarish look is complemented by a premium and durable stainless steel body, which is quite rare in this price range. Even the strap mechanism here is similar to that of an Apple Watch. Likewise, its display is one of the best you can find on a budget smartwatch. You’re looking at a big 1.78-inch AMOLED screen, with fairly minimal bezels on all four sides. It also supports always-on display, and Noise gives you a choice of over 100 watch faces to choose from.

When it comes to health and fitness tracking, the ColorFit Ultra 2 is loaded with the “Noise Health Suite”. This includes everything from heart rate to sleep, stress, SpO2, and menstrual cycle tracker. And the UI/UX design on this smartwatch and the “NoiseFit” companion app is also pretty great. Yet, battery life could’ve been slightly better here since Noise promises just 7 days of backup. And under real-life usage, you might drain it in just 3 – 4 days.

Noise ColorFit Ultra 2 Specifications:

  • Body: 44 x 36.5 x 10.6 mm, 52 grams (with strap), Stainless steel body
  • Strap: Silicone material (22 mm)
  • Color Options: Green, Black, Gold, Grey, Gold, Silver
  • Display: 1.78-inch AMOLED panel, 368 x 448 pixels, Always-on display
  • Durability: IP68 dust/water resistant
  • Chipset: Unspecified
  • Software: RTOS
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, Heart rate, SpO2
  • Phone Calls: No
  • Sports Mode: 60+ exercise modes
  • Battery: 180mAh (Up to 7 days)
  • Companion App: NoiseFit (Android | iOS)
  • Price in Nepal: NPR 9,799
  • Buy Noise ColorFit Ultra 2 here
  • Check out the full specs of Noise Colorfit Ultra 2 here.

3. Amazfit GTS 2 Mini

And bagging the gold is the Amazfit GTS 2 Mini on our list of best smartwatches under NPR 10000 in Nepal. Although from 2020, this watch is pretty solid to date. You get the aluminum alloy body with a plastic base and a silicone strap. This thing is also super slim and lightweight for a comfortable wearing experience.

Amazfit GTS 2 Mini

 

GTS 2 Mini’s AMOLED display is equally impressive too. Covering 100% of the NTSC color space and boasting 450 nits peak brightness, this screen will serve you perfectly fine. We are also quite fond of Amazfit’s watch face selection for this smartwatch. And most of them have their own always-on pattern as well! In terms of software, this watch boots on the Zepp OS. Besides being well-designed and well-optimized, there are a ton of features to look forward to on the GTS 2 Mini.

This includes the built-in Alexa assistant, Pomodoro clock for time management, and more. We found the health and fitness tracking abilities of this smartwatch to be dependable too. Besides all the usual stuff, it can also calculate your PAI (Personal Activity Intelligence) score to give you a brief overview of your heart health and exercise habits. Moving on, the battery life on the Amazfit GTS 2 Mini is fantastic—with a claimed backup of 14 days under typical and 7 days under heavy usage.

Amazfit GTS 2 Mini Specifications:

  • Body: 40.5 x 35.8 x 8.95 mm, 19.5 grams (without strap), Aluminum alloy body
  • Strap: Silicone material (20 mm)
  • Color Options: Black, Pink
  • Display: 1.65-inch AMOLED panel, 354 x 306 pixels, Always-on display
  • Durability: 5ATM water resistant
  • Chipset: Unspecified
  • Software: Zepp OS
  • Sensors: Acceleration, Ambient light, BioTracker 2 PPG (with SpO2), Gyro, Geomagnetic, Vibration, GPS
  • Phone Calls: No
  • Sports Mode: 68+ exercise modes
  • Battery: 220mAh (Up to 14 days)
  • Companion App: Zepp (Android | iOS)
  • Price in Nepal: NPR 10,499*
  • Buy Amazfit GTS 2 Mini here

2. Amazfit Bip 5

Taking the 1st spot on our list is the Amazfit Bip 5, an upgraded version of the Bip 3 Pro. The reliability of Amazfit smartwatches continues here with BioTracker PPG biometric sensors and 4 satellite positioning systems; GLONASS, Galileo, BDS, and QZSS. In terms of ingress protection, you get an IP68 rating here.

Amazfit Bip 5 Design 2

The Bip 5 has over 120 sports modes. During our tests, the 300mAh battery easily lasted for a week. In terms of durability, the Bip 3 Pro is IP68 dust and water-resistant, thus allowing you to track your swimming workouts, without worrying. Also, it continues to carry Amazfit’s legacy with almost accurate fitness tracking data. In short, you can count on this guy, if you’re serious about fitness tracking data.

Amazfit Bip 5 Specifications:

  • Body: 45.94 x 38.09 x 11.2 mm, 26 grams (without strap)
  • Strap: Silicone material (20 mm)
  • Color Options: Soft Black, Pastel Pink, Cream White
  • Display: 1.91-inch TFT LCD panel, 320 x 380 pixels
  • Durability: IP68 dust/water resistant
  • Chipset: Unspecified
  • Software: RTOS
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, Heart rate, SpO2
  • Phone Calls: Yes
  • Sports Mode: 120+ exercise modes
  • Battery: 300mAh (Up to 14 days)
  • Companion App: Zepp (Android | iOS)
  • Price in Nepal: NPR 11,500*
  • Buy Amazfit Bip 3 Pro
  • Check out the full specs of the Amazfit Bip 5 here. 

1. CMF Watch Pro 2

Wearing the crown of the best smartwatches under NPR 10,000 in Nepal is the newly launched CMF Watch Pro 2. This Nothing subbrand product boasts a peculiar design in the world of smartwatches. It comes with an interchangeable bezel and the circular body here looks very premium with an aluminum alloy build. In terms of ingress protection, you get an IP68 rating for worry-free usage.

CMF Watch Pro 2 Design

As for the display, there is a 1.32-inch AMOLED display with a smooth 60Hz refresh rate and auto-brightness adjustment. Talking of health tracking and features, the Watch Pro 2 provides you with a plethora of options such as 24×7 hour heart-rate monitoring, SpO2 monitoring, and such. You get over 120 sports modes. And during our usage period, we found out the results to be pretty accurate and reliable. As it supports Bluetooth calling, you can take and revive calls on the watch as well.

On the connectivity side, it runs on Bluetooth 5.3 and the CMF Watch App. Lastly fueling this guy is a 305mAh rated for up to 11 days of typical usage and 45 days of standby time on power saving mode.

CMF Watch Pro 2 Specifications:

  • Body: 45 x 45 x 13.6 mm, 44.4/48.1 grams (without strap)
  • Color Options: Dark Grey, Ash Grey, Blue, Orange
  • Display: 1.32-inch AMOLED panel, 620nits peak brightness, 60Hz refresh rate
  • Durability: IP68 dust/water resistant
  • Chipset: Unspecified
  • Software: RTOS
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, Heart rate, SpO2
  • Phone Calls: Yes
  • Sports Mode: 120+ exercise modes
  • Battery: 305mAh (Up to 11 days on typical usage, 45 days on Power Saving Mode)
  • Companion App: CMF Watch App (Android | iOS)
  • Price in Nepal: NPR 11,999*
  • Buy CMF Watch Pro 2
  • Check out the full specifications of the CMF Watch Pro 2 here.

Summary list of best smartwatches under NPR 10000 in Nepal

S. No. Best smartwatches under 10000 in Nepal  Price 
1 CMF Watch Pro 2 NPR 11,999*
2 Amazfit Bip 5 NPR 11,500*
3 Amazfit GTS 2 Mini NPR 9,999
4 Noise ColorFit Ultra 2 NPR 9,499
5 HiFuture Aura NPR 11,999*
6 HiFuture FutureGo Pro NPR 11,599*

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CrowdStrike blames test software for its BSOD issue

Surakshya Acharya
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CrowdStrike blames test software for its BSOD issue

In an unparalleled event, Windows users face security issues worldwide as their systems are stuck at the dreaded Blue Screen of Death (BSOD). The root cause? A content update from CrowdStrike’s Falcon, a widely used cybersecurity software. This article will go through the details of this global outage, its impact, and the solution.

CrowdStrike Falcon update causes BSOD

CrowdStrike, a major player in the cybersecurity industry, recently pushed an update to its Falcon software. One of the files in this software was corrupted which was sent to a huge number of users.

This update, intended to enhance security measures, has accidentally caused a widespread crash of Microsoft Windows systems. Well, the issue affected less than 1% of all Windows machines, but in number that counts to a whopping 8.5 million devices.

So, how did this happen?

CrowdStrike Falcon issue

The main issue was with the C-00000291*.sys file which should’ve contained device drivers and hardware configurations necessary for the system’s operation. However, during the update, CrowdStrike inadvertently replaced the driver’s data with null characters. Due to this failure in their build mechanism, the essential content was missing. Consequently, they released an update with a non-functional driver, leading to system instability.

That being said, it’s also important to note that the CrowdStrike Falcon update which caused BSOD is not a cyber-attack, but rather an unfortunate technical glitch.

The crash has affected a wide range of CrowdStrike’s clients across various industries. While not all customers are publicly disclosed, some high-profile organizations like Sony, Dell, Hyundai, FedEx, Uber, etc are some of them.

Airlines resorted to handwriting boarding pass numbers, healthcare services were disrupted, and hospitals had to shut down electronic medical records and what else not.

Blue screens showing error messages at Chicago O'Hare Airport
Blue screens showing error messages at Chicago O’Hare Airport. Pic: AP

It is unlikely for a big company like CrowdStrike to make a blunder like this, but everyone makes mistakes, you know!

Solutions

While the issue continues, some users have found temporary relief by booting Windows machines into safe mode, deleting a specific system file, and rebooting. However, this was not a long-term solution, and many affected organizations were eagerly waiting for a more permanent fix.

Just a few hours ago, CrowdStrike acknowledged the issue and provided a manual solution to its customers. To fix the CrowdStrike Windows 10 BSOD issue, follow these steps:

  1. Boot Windows into Safe Mode or WRE
  2. Navigate to C:/Windows/System32/drivers/CrowdStrike
  3. Locate and delete the file matching “C-000000291*.sys”
  4. Boot normally

Although the steps look easy, the manual fix is tedious and time-consuming, requiring users to navigate system directories and delete specific files. This makes it a challenging and complex process for many affected users.

Microsoft facing issue
Microsoft facing issue

Looking Ahead

As cybersecurity keeps changing, this incident shows how important it is to balance security and system stability. While big companies should have a cyber security department of their own, trusting a third-party company with their essential data is risky.

This global outage underscores the critical role of cybersecurity software in our increasingly digital world and the potential widespread impact of even minor glitches in such systems.

CrowdStrike’s Response and Impact

Today CrowdStrike released a preliminary post-incident review addressing the actual cause behind the issue. The company will upload a detailed Root Cause Analysis soon. Here’s what they have got to say about it.

CrowdStrike’s reason behind the issue

CrowdStrike provides security updates in two ways i.e. Sensor Content and Rapid Response Content.

Sensor Content is usually an AI and Machine Learning model and is tested before release. Before becoming available to customers, they go through testing, and even after the availability customers can control when to install these updates.

The buggy update on July 19 was not caused by Sensor Content.

The main reason behind this cause was the Rapid Response Content, which CrowdStrike uses to perform behavioural pattern-matching to detect threats.

“These updates are a regular part of the dynamic protection mechanisms of the Falcon platform. The problematic Rapid Response Content configuration update resulted in a Windows system crash,” says CrowdStrike.

Rapid Response Content updates how the sensor behaves to detect malware. It is quickly deployed from the cloud and doesn’t require changes to the sensor’s code. Unfortunately, the update that caused the BSOD contained an error that was not detected during validation.

Testing and Deployment Process of Rapid Response Content

Rapid Response Content is created, validated, and deployed through a comprehensive system that includes:

  • Content Configuration System: This system is responsible for creating and validating updates.
  • Content Interpreter: This component on the sensor reads the updates.
  • Sensor Detection Engine: This engine uses updates to detect threats.

The update caused crashes because there was a bug in the system that checks for errors, which allowed the faulty update to be released.

CrowdStrike’s opinion

CrowdStrike promises to improve Rapid Response Content testing by incorporating local developer testing, content update and rollback testing, stress testing, fuzzing, and fault injection. However, this incident highlights the importance of balancing rapid updates and system stability. CrowdStrike is working to prevent similar issues in the future and will release a detailed Root Cause Analysis soon.

  • Meanwhile, watch our Galaxy M35 Review video:

How to check Ncell number? Learn it here

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How to check Ncell number? Learn it here

Finding your own number is pretty simple but for those who are less tech-savvy, it can be a hassle. We have already covered this topic of checking NTC number, so, this article is for those using Ncell. Without further ado, let’s get straight into how to check Ncell number.

How to check Ncell number?

Why do you need to find your own number?

Most of us know our own phone numbers, right? But it’s not the case when we acquire a new SIM. It takes quite some time to remember a new mobile number, at least for my brain and I bet, it’s the same for you guys too. Herein, checking your own phone number comes in handy, when you immediately need to give it to someone, who’s asking for it.

Find your Ncell number by USSD codes

To check your own Ncell number, you can follow these steps:

  • First up, go to your phone’s dialer, then dial *903# or *103# and press the call button.
  • And Voila! you’ll get your own Ncell number displayed on the USSD dialog box.

How to check your own Ncell Number

Giving a Missed Call

  • You can also find your own Ncell number by giving a missed call to a nearby phone.

Ncell App

Another way of finding your Ncell number is via the Ncell app if you are already logged in. And here’s how you can do that.

  • Open the Ncell app and you’ll find your Ncell number right on the top right corner with account balance info alongside.

How to check Ncell number on Ncell App

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How can I check my own Ncell number?

You can check your own Ncell number by dialing *903# and *101#.

How do I check my Ncell number on the Ncell app?

If you are already logged in on your Ncell app, just open the app and you’ll find your number right on the top right side.

  • Meanwhile, you can check our eSIM video.

Vivo V40 SE 4G launched in Czech Republic with Snapdragon 685

Dip Khatiwada
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Vivo V40 SE 4G launched in Czech Republic with Snapdragon 685

Vivo has launched the latest phone in the Czech Republic. Dubbed the Vivo V40 SE, it presents itself as a budget smartphone in the market. In this article, we will discuss everything we know about the latest Vivo V40 SE 4G, including its price in Nepal and specifications.

Vivo V40 SE 4G Overview

Design and Display

The Vivo V40 SE 4G measures 163.17 x 75.81 x 7.79mm and weighs 186 grams. The purple edition, with a vegan leather back, has a thickness of 7.99mm and weighs 191 grams. 

Vivo V40 SE 4G design

The device features a 6.67-inch E4 AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution. It supports a 120Hz refresh rate and has a peak brightness of 1800 nits. 

Performance

The Snapdragon 685 chipset powers the Vivo V40 SE 4G. It offers 8 GB of LPDDR4x RAM and either 128 GB or 256 GB of UFS 2.2 storage. The phone runs on FunTouch OS 14 based on Android 14. Additionally, it allows up to 8 GB of virtual RAM and includes a microSD card slot as well 

Cameras

Vivo V40 SE 4G Cameras

The front camera is 8 megapixels. The rear camera setup includes a 50-megapixel main camera and a 2-megapixel bokeh camera, along with a flicker sensor.

Battery and Others

The device includes a 5,000mAh battery that supports 80W rapid charging. The Vivo V40 SE 4G supports dual SIM, 4G VoLTE, and 2.4GHz–5GHz Wi-Fi. It also offers Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, NFC, and a USB-C port. The device has IP54-rated water resistance. It also includes an in-screen fingerprint sensor.

Vivo V40 SE 4G Specifications

  • Display: 6.67-inch E4 AMOLED, Full HD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, 1800 nits peak brightness
  • Chipset: Snapdragon 685
  • Memory/Storage: 8 GB LPDDR4x RAM, 128 GB / 256 GB UFS 2.2 storage, microSD card slot
  • OS/UI: FunTouch OS 14 based on Android 14
  • Rear Camera: 50 MP main camera, 2 MP bokeh camera, flicker sensor
  • Front Camera: 8 MP
  • Battery and Charging: 5,000mAh, 80W rapid charging
  • Colors: Crystal Black, Leather Purple

Vivo V40 SE 4G Price in Nepal and Availability

The Vivo V40 SE 4G is priced at 4,999 CZK in the Czech Republic. It is available in Crystal Black and Leather Purple colors. It is not known whether it will make its way to Nepal or not. However, if it ever arrives, we expect Vivo V40 SE 4G, price in Nepal to be around NPR 26,000. 

Smartphone Price in Nepal (Expected) Price in Nepal (Expected)
Vivo V40 SE 4G 4,999 CZK NPR 26,000

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The 2024 editon of Lenovo Legion R9000P featuring Ryzen 9 7945HX launched!

Dip Khatiwada
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The 2024 editon of Lenovo Legion R9000P featuring Ryzen 9 7945HX launched!

Lenovo has introduced the Legion R9000P with Ryzen 9 7945HX processor, which is set to go on sale by the end of this month. This new laptop model offers high-end specifications for gamers and users who are looking for a powerful laptop for extensive workloads. Let’s dive into this article to discuss everything about the latest Lenovo Legion R9000P, including its expected price in Nepal and specifications.

Lenovo Legion R9000P Overview

Display 

Lenovo Legion R9000P Design

The laptop’s display offers a 2.5K resolution and a 240 Hz refresh rate. It covers 100% of the DCI-P3 color gamut and has a brightness of 500 nits. 

Performance 

The Legion R9000P features an AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX processor paired with an NVIDIA RTX 4060 graphics card. Talking about the processor, it is a 16-core CPU with a maximum frequency of up to 5.4 GHz. A graphics card has a maximum power draw of 140W. Additionally, the laptop comes with 16 GB of RAM and a 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD.

Charging and Battery Capabilities

The Legion R9000P includes an 80 Wh battery. For charging, it supports 140W via USB Type-C. Lenovo’s proprietary port allows for up to 300W charging. 

The laptop provides a range of ports, including USB-C, USB-A, HDMI 2.1, RJ-45 Ethernet, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. It also has a touchpad measuring 120x75mm.

Lenovo Legion R9000P Specifications

  • Processor: AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX
  • Graphics: NVIDIA RTX 4060 (140W max power draw)
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Storage: 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD
  • Display: 2.5K resolution, 240 Hz refresh rate, 100% DCI-P3, 500 nits brightness
  • Battery: 80 Wh
  • Charging: 140W via USB Type-C, up to 300W with Lenovo proprietary port
  • Ports: USB-C, USB-A, HDMI 2.1, RJ-45 Ethernet, 3.5mm headphone jack

Lenovo Legion R9000P Price in Nepal and Availability

Lenovo has set the price for the Legion R9000P at 9299 CNY for the Crystal Gray variant and CNY 9699 for the Ice White option. It will go on sale from 27th of July onwards. 

Lenovo Legion R9000P Price in China (Official) Price in Nepal (Expected)
Crystal Gray CNY 9299 NPR 197,000
Ice White CNY 9699 NPR 205,000

  • Meanwhile, watch our review of Acer Nitro V16 Review

Canon EOS 80D is also now officially available in Nepal for purchase

Dip Khatiwada
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Canon EOS 80D is also now officially available in Nepal for purchase

Canon has finally introduced the 80D to the Nepali market years after its launch, a versatile DSLR designed for both photographers and videographers. In this article, we will discuss everything about the latest Canon EOS 80D, including its price in Nepal, specifications and availability. 

Canon EOS 80D Overview

Dimension and Sensor 

The Canon EOS 80D measures 139.0 x 105.2 x 78.5mm and weighs approximately 730g, including the battery and memory card. The camera features a 22.3mm x 14.9mm CMOS sensor with approximately 24.20 megapixels, ensuring high-resolution images. Additionally, the DIGIC 6 processor supports smooth image processing.

Canon EOS 80D Price in Nepal

The Canon EOS 80D is compatible with EF/EF-S lenses, offering flexibility for various shooting scenarios. The camera boasts 45 cross-type autofocus points, which assist in capturing sharp and precise images. 

Shooting and Viewfinder

For those who enjoy capturing action shots, the Canon 80D offers a continuous shooting speed of up to 7 frames per second. The shutter speed ranges from 30 to 1/8000 seconds, allowing for versatility in different lighting conditions.

The Canon EOS 80D comes with a pentaprism viewfinder that provides approximately 100% coverage. In addition, the 3.0-inch vari-angle touchscreen LCD, with 1040K dots, enhances the user experience by making it easier to frame and review shots from various angles.

Connectivity and Battery life

The Canon EOS 80D includes built-in Wi-Fi and NFC for easy sharing of images and videos. Furthermore, it features a built-in flash with multiple modes, including auto, and manual flash, and an integrated Speedlite transmitter.

The camera offers a battery life of approximately 960 shots at 23°C, making it suitable for extended shooting sessions.

Canon EOS 80D Price in Nepal and Availability 

Canon EOS 80D is currently priced at NPR 100,000.  You can buy Canon 80D from online shops, authorized showrooms, and other shops in Nepal.

Camera Price in Nepal(Official)
Canon 80D NPR 100,000

  • Meanwhile, watch our review of Acer Nitro V16 

How to check the balance on Ncell?

Raizel Tandukar
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How to check the balance on Ncell?

Are you a Ncell user and wondering how to check your balance? Here are all the methods you can use to do so.

How to check the balance on Ncell?

1. Via USSD

The first and easiest way to check your balance on Ncell is by USSD. USSD refers to the numeric code you enter between an asterisk and a hash. Thus, the following is the method you can follow to check the balance on Ncell:

  1. Open Dialler
  2. Enter *101# or *901#
  3. Call and that’s it!

2. Via SMS

The next way you can check your balance on Ncell is via SMS. Follow these steps:

  1. Open Messages app
  2. Put in 90011 as the receiver
  3. SMS a blank space
  4. You’ll receive all the information about your balance as well as subscription service on the following SMS

3. Through the app

You can check how much balance you have through the Ncell app as well. Having the app on your phone is always a good idea as it also offers additional functionalities and is easier to operate. Additionally, you can even use this app when you are not connected to the internet, though the functions are limited. Here is the process:

When Online

  1. Open the Ncell app
  2. You can see your balance status right on the front dashboard

When Offline

  1. Open the Ncell app
  2. You will receive a “Connection Interrupted!” message
  3. Click OK
  4. You will now be redirected to the app’s offline dashboard
  5. Click the first option i.e. Check Balance
  6.  You can now see your balance

4. On a computer (via website)

Ncell even allows you to operate on their platform via their website. This comes in handy when you are working on your computer, and the conditions aren’t favourable for you to hop to your phone. Here’s how to check your Ncell balance on a computer (via their website):

  1. Open the browser of your choice
  2. Go to https://www.ncell.com.np
  3. Click on the Profile icon on the top right
  4. Login to your Ncell account
    (If you do not have an Ncell account, you will have to Sign Up first)
  5. You will be redirected to the Ncell Selfcare Dashboard
  6. You can see your Account Balance just below your SIM information

How to check the balance on Ncell: Conclusion

There are four different ways to how you can check the balance on Ncell. I have mentioned the step-by-step method to all four of them above. I hope you find it useful, for future references too.

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