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Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro launched in China with Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip

Dip Khatiwada

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October 29, 2024

Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro launched in China with Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip

Xiaomi has introduced the Pad 7 Pro, alongside the regular Pad 7 with notable improvements in performance, cameras, and connectivity. Let’s have a closer look at what the Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro offers, including its expected price in Nepal.

Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro Overview

Display

The Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro has a metal unibody design, measuring 6.18mm in thickness and weighing approximately 500g. It also includes a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for added security.

The Pad 7 Pro includes an 11.2-inch 3.2K LCD display, offering a 3:2 aspect ratio. The screen provides a 144Hz adaptive refresh rate, with up to seven variable levels. It also supports P3 wide color gamut, HDR10, and Dolby Vision for richer color and contrast.

Read our Xiaomi Pad 7 review

Battery and Charging

Xiaomi equips the Pad 7 Pro with an 8850mAh battery, complemented by 67W wired charging. The device supports multiple charging protocols, including QC3+ and PD3.0. The software running on the latest Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro is HyperOS 2.0. Additional features include four speakers with Dolby Atmos support, intended to enhance audio output for a range of media.

Camera

The rear camera of the Pad 7 Pro is a 50MP sensor, supporting 4K video recording at 30/60fps. The front camera includes a 32MP ultra-wide lens, with video recording support up to 1080p. The camera system provides essential modes like photo, video, and portrait modes. The Pad 7 Pro includes Wi-Fi 7 for high-speed wireless connectivity, as well as Bluetooth, which supports profiles like LDAC and LHDC 5.0.

Performance

The new tablet features Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor, while the standard Pad 7 comes with the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3.

Xiaomi offers the Pad 7 Pro in various configurations, with RAM and storage options ranging from 8GB+128GB to 12GB+512GB. The tablet utilizes LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage for faster data handling and smoother multitasking.

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Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro Specfications

Display: 11.2-inch 3.2K LCD, 3200 x 2136, 144Hz adaptive refresh rate, 345 PPI, P3 color gamut, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 800 nits brightness
Processor: Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, Octa-core (up to 3.0GHz), TSMC 4nm process
Memory & Storage:
- 8GB+128GB / 8GB+256GB / 12GB+256GB / 12GB+512GB
- LPDDR5X RAM, UFS 4.0 storage
Rear Camera: 50MP main, f/1.8, PDAF, 4K video at 30/60fps
Front Camera: 32MP ultra-wide, f/2.2, 1080p video at 30fps
Battery: 8850mAh, 67W wired charging, USB-C
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth with LDAC, LHDC 5.0
Audio: Quad speakers, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res audio certified
Build: Metal unibody, 6.18mm thickness, 500g weight
OS: HyperOS 2.0
Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor

Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro is priced at CNY 2,499 for the base 8GB + 128GB variant. When it makes it here, we expect the Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro price in Nepal to start at no less than NPR 56,999.

Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro	Price in China (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
8GB + 128GB	Cny 2,499	NPR 56,999
8GB + 256GB	CNY 2,799	NPR 59,999
12GB + 256GB	CNY 3,099	NPR 66,999
12GB + 512GB	CNY 3,499	NPR 74,999

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Xiaomi Pad 6

Xiaomi 15 Pro launched in China with Snapdragon 8 Elite chip

Xiaomi

Dip Khatiwada

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October 29, 2024

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Xiaomi 15 Pro launched in China with Snapdragon 8 Elite chip

Xiaomi has officially launched its 15 series smartphones, including the Xiaomi 15, and Xiaomi 15 Pro, in China. This new series introduces several key features including the new snapdragon chipset with improved cameras and so on. This article will exclusively talk about the Xiaomi 15 Pro, including its expected price in Nepal and availability.

Xiaomi 15 Pro Overview

Display and Design

The latest Xiaomi 15 Pro, features a 6.73-inches 2K ( 3200 x 1440 pixels) micro-curved LTPO OLED display with 1.38mm bezels and a peak brightness of 3,200 nits. The screen utilizes customized luminous M9 material, which helps reduce overall power consumption by 10%. Moreover, it comes with a 120Hz refresh rate and has an ultrasonic sensor underneath. For protection, it is made with Xiaomi Longjing Glass 2. In addition, the Xiaomi 15 Pro also has support for Dolby Vision and HDR 10/10+.

Design and Display

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Talking about the design, the Xiaomi 15 Pro includes durable Dragon Crystal Glass 2.0 and a ceramic quad-curved lens deco design. It has a wrap-around middle frame, weighs 213g, and is 8.35mm thick, with a nearly 50:50 weight ratio for balance. Similarly, it is IP68 rated for dust and water resistance. It comes in 4 colorways: Spruce Green, White, Rock Grey, Bright Silver Edition

Performance

Starting off the Xiaomi 15 Pro, just like the rest of the series is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. This chipset offers a 45% performance improvement compared to previous models. Additionally, it reduces power consumption by 52%. Smartphones can support demanding tasks, such as playing large-scale 3D games while maintaining a stable temperature. On the software side, the phone comes with Android 15 with HyperOS 2.0 skin on top.

Camera Features

The Xiaomi 15 Pro features a 50MP Hunter 900 main sensor with an f/1.44 aperture, delivering a wide, bright capture. It includes a 50MP ultra-wide sensor with a 115° field of view at f/2.2 and a 50MP IMX 858 periscope telephoto sensor with f/2.5 aperture, offering 5x optical zoom with DOL-HDR for enhanced dynamic range. The camera setup integrates a new-generation Sumilux lens with an ALD ultra-transparent coating, and Xiaomi’s AISP 2.0 technology is included for improved image processing. Additionally, it supports a 10x lossless zoom for detailed, high-quality shots even at a distance.

Battery

The Xiaomi 15 Pro is equipped with a 6,100mAh battery. This battery has an energy density of 850Wh/L, which is a 38% increase from the Xiaomi 14 Pro’s 4,880mAh battery. Meanwhile, the battery gets its juice from a 90W fast charger, while having support to 50W wireless charging.

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Xiaomi 15 Pro Specification

Display: 6.73-inch 2K LTPO OLED, 120Hz, 3,200 nits peak brightness, Dolby Vision, HDR10/10+ support
Resolution: 3200 x 1440 pixels
Build: Ceramic back, Xiaomi Longjing Glass 2, IP68 rated
Chipset: Snapdragon 8 Elite
OS/UI: Android 15/ HyperOS 2.0
RAM & Storage: Up to 16GB RAM, up to 1TB storage
Rear Cameras:
- 50MP main (Hunter 900 sensor, f/1.44)
- 50MP ultra-wide (115° field of view, f/2.2)
- 50MP periscope telephoto (5x optical zoom, f/2.5, 10x lossless zoom)
Front Camera: (Details not provided)
Battery: 6,100mAh, 90W wired charging, 50W wireless charging
Operating System: MIUI 15 based on Android
Additional Features: Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor

Xiaomi 15 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

Xiaomi 15 Pro starts at CNY 5,299 for the base variant. Although the phone didn’t make it into Nepal, we expect it to start at no less than NPR 130,999 if it ever makes it here.

Xiaomi 15 Pro	Price in China (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
12GB + 256GB	CNY 5,299	NPR 130,999
16GB + 512GB	CNY 5,799	NPR 146,999
16GB + 1TB	CNY 6,499	NPR 176,999

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra

Xiaomi 15 is finally here with the new Snapdragon 8 Elite chip inside

Mintu

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October 29, 2024

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Xiaomi 15 is finally here with the new Snapdragon 8 Elite chip inside

After months of whispers and rumours, Xiaomi has finally unveiled its flagship phone for 2024. This phone packs the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, making it the first commercially available phone with the processor. It also has other interesting things going on, of course — which we will discuss in this article. So, let’s delve into the details of the Xiaomi 15, and guess its potential price in Nepal as well.

Xiaomi 15 Overview

Snapdragon 8 Elite

As I mentioned earlier, Xiaomi 15 is the first-ever phone to pack the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset inside. Apart from the new naming scheme, this processor comes in the 3nm fabrication, making it the first Qualcomm silicon to have this lithography.

Furthermore, the chipset has a new in-house Oryon CPU architecture with two prime and six performance cores. It does not have any efficiency cores, whatsoever. In the meantime, the prime cores clock in at a whopping 4.32GHz, while the performance cores rest at 3.53GHz. For reference, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 peaked at 3.3GHz, which is less than the frequency output of Snapdragon 8 Elite’s weaker cores.

All this is to say, the Snapdragon 8 Elite brings a significant performance boost to the Xiaomi 15.

Design and Display

Appearance-wise the Xiaomi 15 does not deviate much from its predecessor. It has the same flat frames with flat edges. The camera island remains in the same position retaining the squircle shape. It is IP64-rated and available in a plethora of colour choices.

The regular lineup includes Lilac, Light Green, Black, White, and Bright Silver. The latter looks very unique with its flashy metallic colour and groovy patterns. You can also get the Xiaomi 15 in three limited-edition options clad in leather and encrusted with diamonds. You can choose from Glacier White, Elephant Grey, and Orange shades.

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On the front, it has a 6.36-inch 8T LTPO OLED display that is curved on the edges. It is surrounded by minimal bezels that are just 1.38 mm thick. Additionally, this screen stretches 1.5K in resolution and offers up to 120Hz refresh rate. Similarly, users get to enjoy a touch sampling rate and a peak brightness of up to 300Hz and 3,200 nits respectively. The Xiaomi 15 is triple TÜV Rheinland certified and is easy on your eyes. Meanwhile, the Xiaomi “Dragon Crystal” Glass adds durability to the screen.

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Additional Hardware

Moving on to additional internal hardware, you can configure the Xiaomi 15 in four different trims. Those being 12GB + 256GB, 12GB + 512GB, 16GB + 512GB, and 16GB + 1TB. The memory in here is an LPDDR5X, while the storage is UFS 4.0. Xiaomi does not mention anything about its patented Ultra Space, which offers extra storage space in your phone. It was available in last year’s flagship and the Xiaomi 14T series though.

The Xiaomi has a 5,400 mAh silicon-carbon battery in the tank and supports 90W wired and 50W wireless charging. Likewise, it can reverse charge other devices wirelessly too. The Xiaomi 15 features a larger heat dissipation unit to keep things cool and smooth.

Camera

This phone is also stacked in the camera department. It is equipped with three shooters altogether, the main one being a 50MP unit with a Light Hunter 900 sensor underneath. The auxiliary lenses on the Xiaomi 15 are a telephoto lens and an ultrawide snapper — both of 50MP resolution. The former doubles down as a macro shooter as well, capable of getting as close as 10cm.

Meanwhile, it has a 32MP camera on the front for selfies.

Xiaomi 15 Specifications

Design: Flat design with glass or leather back, IP68-rated
Dimensions: 152.30 mm x 71.20 mm x 8.08 or 8.48 or 8.36 mm
Weight: 189–192 grams
Display: 6.36” 8T LTPO OLED Panel, 1–120Hz refresh rate, 300Hz touch sampling rate, 3,200 nits peak brightness, DC dimming, DCI-P3 colour gamut, 460PPI pixel density, TÜV Rheinland hardware-level low blue light/rhythm friendly/flicker-free certifications, Xiaomi Dragon Crystal Glass protection
Resolution: 1.5K (1,200 x 2,670)
Chipset: Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3nm)
RAM: 12GB or 16GB, LPDDR5X
ROM: 256GB or 512GB or 1TB, UFS 4.0
OS: HyperOS 2.0
Rear Camera: Triple Camera (50MP Primary with Light Hunter 900 sensor + 50MP Telephoto/Macro + 50MP Ultrawide)
Front Camera: 32MP Camera (Centre-aligned hole-punch cutout)
Security: In-display ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, Face Unlock
Battery: 5,400 mAh silicon carbon cell with 90W wired/50W wireless charging, Wireless reverse charging
Connectivity: Dual SIM, 5G, WiFi 7, Hotspot, Bluetooth v5.4, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C
Colour Options: Lilac, Light Green, Black, White, Bright Silver, Glacier White (Limited Edition), Elephant Grey (Limited Edition), Orange (Limited Edition)

Xiaomi 15 Price in Nepal and Availability

The Chinese tech giant launched this phone on 29 October 2024 for a starting price of CNY 4,499. When it eventually arrives in Nepal, we expect the price of Xiaomi 15 to start at NPR 101,999.

Xiaomi 15	Price in China (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
12GB + 256GB	CNY 4,499	NPR 101,999
12GB + 512GB	CNY 4,799	NPR 108,599
16GB + 512GB	CNY 4,999	NPR 113,099
16GB + 1TB	CNY 5,499	NPR 124,499
Limited Edition	CNY 5,999	NPR 135,999

Meanwhile, check out our Xiaomi 14 review video:

Exciting offers on iPhone 16 Series you don’t want to miss out!

Surakshya Acharya

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October 29, 2024

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Exciting offers on iPhone 16 Series you don’t want to miss out!

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!

Buy iPhone 16 Pro/Pro Max with freebies here

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There’s more!

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!

Buy iPhone 16/Plus with freebies here

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!

Also, watch our video of the iPhone 16 Pro Max vs S24 Ultra comparison video:

How to get a domain name for free in Nepal?

Raizel Tandukar

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October 28, 2024

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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:

Go to register.com.np
Enter the domain name you want
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!

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How to Activate Voice Packs in Ncell

Dip Khatiwada

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October 28, 2024

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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 reportedly developing new health feature for prediabetics

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Dip Khatiwada

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October 27, 2024

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Apple is reportedly developing new health feature for prediabetics

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.

Apple Watch Series 10 - App

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

MyPower launches Mypod VR3 — It has a display on the charging case!

Raizel Tandukar

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October 27, 2024

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MyPower launches Mypod VR3 — It has a display on the charging case!

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.

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Audio and Features

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

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Samsung’s next midrange processor — Exynos 1580 is here!

Raizel Tandukar

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October 25, 2024

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Samsung’s next midrange processor — Exynos 1580 is here!

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.

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Hardware Support and Connectivity

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.

Meanwhile, check out our Samsung Galaxy A55 review video:

Oppo Find X8 Pro launched with dual telephoto cameras!

Aarohan Niraula

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October 25, 2024

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Oppo Find X8 Pro launched with dual telephoto cameras!

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.

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Oppo Find X8 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

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

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