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Sennheiser launches a new wired and closed-back headphones

Sennheiser does not need an introduction to the audiophiles. The company is quite popular for its flagship MOMENTUM series of earbuds that received its fourth iteration at the CES 2024. Now, they launched a successor to the HD 600 headphones which is the highlight of this article. Here, we will discuss the Sennheiser HD 620S in further detail including its price in Nepal.

Sennheiser HD 620S Overview

Design

The Sennheiser HD 620S looks like any other headphones on the market. They come in an over-ear fit with a closed-back design. Moreover, they feature a lightweight chassis with steel-reinforced headband sliders and artificial leather earpads with internal venting. The company says that this combination makes these headphones durable while providing all-day comfort.

Sennheiser HD 620S Design

Meanwhile, it features an in-built cable that stretches 1.8 metres and ends with a 3.5mm plug. You also get a 3.5mm to 6.5mm adapter in the box which will add on to your convenience.

Audio

These headphones rely on reference-grade 42mm angled transducers coupled with a 38mm diaphragm to deliver its audio. Additionally, the Sennheiser HD 620S also feature an ultralight 150-ohm aluminium voice coil for enhanced clarity and accuracy in audio reproduction.

Sennheiser HD 620S Internals

The Sennheiser HD 620S offers a wide frequency response of 6Hz to 30kHz while keeping the THD at less than 0.05%. Given that, the company claims these headphones offer a distraction-free listening experience without compromising on the sound quality.

Sennheiser HD 620S Specifications

  • Design: Over-ear closed-back design
  • Materials: Steel-reinforced headband sliders and artificial leather earpads
  • Audio: 42mm angled dynamic transducers + 38mm diaphragm
  • Frequency Response: 6Hz – 30kHz
  • Nominal Impedance: 150Ω
  • Sound Pressure Level (SPL): 110 dB / 1V RMS
  • Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): <0.05% (1kHz / 90 dB SPL)
  • Cable Length: 1.8 metres
  • Colour Option: Black

Sennheiser HD 620S Price in Nepal and Availability

These headphones are now available for pre-order for a price of USD 349.95. However, the company will only start shipping them on 6 June 2024 starting with the continent of North America. We expect the Sennheiser HD 620S price in Nepal to be NPR 56,149.99 if and when they ever make their way here.

Sennheiser Headphones Price in USA (Official) Price in Nepal (Expected)
HD 620S USD 349.95 NPR 56,149.99
  • Meanwhile, check out our Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 earbuds review video:

ZTE launches two new phones under the Axon 60 series

ZTE launched the Axon 60 Ultra last month and presented it as an iPhone replacement in its home country. Now, the company has unveiled two new offerings and becoming an iPhone-like quite literally! In this article, we look into the new ZTE Axon 60 and Axon 60 Lite including their expected price in Nepal.

ZTE Axon 60 and Axon 60 Lite Overview

Design and Display

As I mentioned earlier, the ZTE Axon 60 and Axon 60 Lite are quite literally iPhone-like. They come with the squircle camera island with three camera cutouts. Meanwhile, the rest of the back panel comes in a glossy monotone finish. The titular phones come in Gold, Purple, and Black colours, while the Lite variant replaces the Black with a Blue option.

ZTE Axon 60 and Axon 60 Lite Design

While the outlay of the two models appears to be the same, they vary from one another in displays. The ZTE Axon 60 Lite comes with a 6.6-inch HD+ display while the Axon 60 sports a larger 6.72-inch FHD+ screen. Both the phones likely have an LCD panel, the type of which has not been specified. In the meantime, they offer a 90Hz refresh rate and a Dynamic Island knock-off feature dubbed the “ZTE Live Island”.

Performance

The performance on both the ZTE Axon 60 and Axon 60 Lite is driven by UNISOC silicon. The former packs the T616 processor while the latter comes with the T606 chipset. Both these processors come with the same architecture and 12nm lithography. However, the former can reach a higher clock speed of 2.0 GHz while the latter settles in for 1.6 GHz frequency.

UNISOC T606 and UNISOC T616

Other than that, the ZTE Axon 60 comes with 6GB memory while the Axon 60 Lite has 4GB RAM. In contrast, both the phones have 256GB internal memory and boot on Android 13 out of the box.

Camera and the rest

The ZTE Axon 60 comes with a triple camera setup on the back. This includes a 50MP primary unit, a 2MP macro, and a depth sensor of unspecified resolution. Meanwhile, it houses a 32MP camera on the front. On the other hand, the ZTE Axon 60 Lite also comes with three cameras on the back — 50MP, a 2MP deth sensor, and an AI Camera. Similarly, on the front, this phone comes with an 8MP shooter.

ZTE Axon 60 and Axon 60 Lite Camera

In the tank, both the ZTE Axon 60 and Axon 60 Lite packs a 5,000 mAh battery all while supporting 22.5W charging speed. Additionally, it comes with dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth v5.2, and a headphone jack. Lastly, these phone comes with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for added security.

ZTE Axon 60 and Axon 60 Lite Specifications

  • Design: Monotone design with glossy finish and flat edges
  • Display:
    • Axon 60: 6.72 inches, FHD+ resolution, 90Hz refresh rate
    • Axon 60 Lite: 6.6 inches, HD+ resolution, 90Hz refresh rate
  • Chipset:
    • Axon 60: Octa-core UNISOC T616 (12nm)
    • Axon 60 Lite: Octa-core UNISOC T606 (12nm)
  • RAM:
    • Axon 60: 6GB
    • Axon 60 Lite: 4GB
  • ROM: 256GB
  • OS: Android 13
  • Rear Camera:
    • Axon 60: Triple Camera (50MP Main + 2MP Macro + Unspecified Depth Sensor)
    • Axon 60 Lite: Triple Camera (50MP Main + 2MP Depth Sensor + AI Cam)
  • Front Camera:
    • Axon 60: 32MP Camera (Centre-aligned hole-punch cutout)
    • Axon 60 Lite: 8MP Camera (Centre-aligned hole-punch cutout)
  • Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Face Unlock
  • Battery: 5,000 mAh battery with 22.5W super fast charging
  • Connectivity: Dual-band WiFi, Hotspot, Bluetooth v5.2, USB Type-C, 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Colour Options:
    • Axon 60: Gold, Purple, Black
    • Axon 60 Lite: Gold, Purple, Blue

ZTE Axon 60 and Axon 60 Lite Price in Nepal and Availability

Both these phones from ZTE have gone up on the company’s Mexico website. The standard variant carries a price tag of MXN 3,699 while the Lite version goes for MXN 2,999. Based on that, if these phones ever arrive here, we expect the ZTE Axon 60 to go for NPR 35,099 and NPR 28,499 respectively.

ZTE Smartphone Price in Mexico (Official) Price in Nepal (Expected)
Axon 60 Lite MXN 2,999 NPR 28,499
Axon 60 MXN 3,699 NPR 35,099
  • Meanwhile, check out our OnePlus Nord CE 4 review video:

Oppo F19 Pro Price in Nepal [Updated]

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After recently dropping the price of the regular F19, Oppo has finally dropped the price of its flagship Oppo F19 Pro in Nepal. Let’s take a look at the new Oppo F19 Pro including its pre-order offers, official price, and availability in Nepal.

Oppo F19 Pro Overview:

Design and Display

Oppo F19 Pro features a 6.43-inch Super AMOLED panel with an FHD+ resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels. There is no support for a higher refresh rate as these phones use a 60Hz panel. Still, you get a 135Hz touch sampling rate which can be increased to 180Hz in the Game Mode. The display is capable of producing over 16 million colors. It covers 100% of SRGB and 92% of the DCI P3 color gamut. Under normal conditions, the brightness can get up to 430 nits with the peak brightness listed at 800 nits.

oppo f19 pro design

Talking about the design, the F19 Pro is available in two color gradients – Crystal Silver and Fluid Black. As expected from the F-series phones, it is sleek and comfortable to hold. In fact, F19 Pro is just 7.8mm thick and weigh around 172/173 grams.

Performance and Memory

Oppo is still holding back in the performance department for the Pro model which comes with the same processor that powered its predecessor, the Helio P95. Other than that, it features Oppo’s new System Performance optimizer that reduces lag and improves swipe responsiveness.

Moreover, it comes with a dedicated Game Mode with support for Bullet Notification extended to WhatsApp and Telegram. In terms of memory, the F19 Pro is available in a single memory configuration of 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB UFS 2.1 internal storage.

Camera

In addition to the design, cameras are another highlight of Oppo’s F-series smartphones. The 48MP primary camera here has an f/1.7 aperture and uses a 6P lens. It is capable of recording 4K 30fps videos. With EIS enabled, users can record up to 1080P 30fps videos. It is accompanied by an 8MP ultrawide camera with an f/2.2 aperture. Completing the setup is a 2MP macro camera and a 2MP mono camera.

The rear camera now supports AI Color Portrait Videos. Similarly, users can now record videos using front and rear cameras simultaneously thanks to the dual-view video mode. Other features include Dynamic Bokeh and the new Night Plus mode. On the front, there is a 16MP selfie camera.

oppo f19 pro display

Rest of the specs

Fueling the devices is a 4310mAh battery that is slightly bigger than that of the F17 Pro. As for charging, t has the same 30W VOOC charging as its predecessor.

The fingerprint scanner is placed underneath the screen. The phones ship with ColorOS 11.1 based on Android 11 out-of-the-box. Talking about the box, Oppo ships the phones with both earphones and chargers which are quite rare at this price.

Oppo F19 Pro Specifications:

  • Display: 6.43-inches Super AMOLED panel, 135Hz (Normal)/180Hz (Game Mode) touch sampling rate, 409PPI
  • Resolution: FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio
  • Chipset: MediaTek Helio P95 (F19 Pro)
  • RAM: 8GB LPDDR4x
  • Storage: 128/256GB UFS 2.1 (expandable via Micro SD card)
  • Software & UI: ColorOS 11.1 on top of Android 11
  • Rear Camera: Quad-camera;
    – 48MP primary camera, f/1.7, 25mm
    – 8MP ultra-wide lens, f/2.2, 16mm
    – 2MP, f/2.4 macro camera
    – 2MP, f/2.4 mono camera
    – LED flash
  • Front Camera: 16MP (F19 Pro+) / 32MP (F19 Pro) selfie camera
  • Security: In-display fingerprint scanner (optical)
  • Audio: 3.5mm headphone jack, loudspeaker
  • Connectivity: Dual-SIM (Nano), WiFi (2.4GHz, 5.1GHz, 5.8GHz), Bluetooth 5.1, GPS / AGPS / GLONASS / Galileo/ QZSS, USB 2.0 Type-C, 4G LTE, 5G (Pro+ only)
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Geomagnetic, Light
  • Battery: 4310mAh with 30W
  • Color options: Fluid Black, Fantastic Purple (F19 Pro)

Oppo F19 Pro Price in Nepal & Availability

Oppo F19 Pro was initially launched at Rs. 44,990 in Nepal. It was then made available at Rs. 39,990. Now after the second price cut, Oppo F19 Pro is now available at Rs. 35,990.

Oppo F19 Pro Old Price  Updated Price in Nepal
8/128GB NPR 39,990 NPR 35,990
  • Check out our unboxing and impressions of Oppo F19 Pro.

Nokia launched a reiteration of its classic 3210 that no one asked for

Nokia surely has not forgotten when it used to be the golden standard of phones before the smartphone revolution outpaced it. Given that, the company updated one of its iconic feature phones in collaboration with HMD after 25 whole years. In this article, we will discuss the Nokia 3210 (2024) in further detail including its price in Nepal.

Nokia 3210 (2024) Overview

Design and Display

The Nokia 3210 (2024) gets a design overhaul from the 1999 variant and comes with an updated look. It has that standardised keypad layout with soft buttons. Moreover, it comes in a dual-tone finish on the front, while the back panel is all the same colour. Talking of colour, this phone ships in three options — Y2K Gold, Grunge Black, and Scuba Blue.

Nokia 3210 (2024) Colours

On the front, the phone gets an update as well. While the 25-year-old variant had a grey screen, the 2024 update of the Nokia 3210 comes with a colour screen. Even though the company has not clarified the type of panel on this phone, it is probably a TFT LCD. Other than that, the display stretches 2.4 inches diagonally and spans QVGA in resolution.

Performance

The company is going all in on the “good old days of before social media” for their marketing. Therefore, it would be quite an oxymoron thing to do if they made it a performance-centric phone. This is why the Nokia 3210 (2024) comes with very humble hardware under its hood.

It packs the UNISOC T107 processor which is crafted for feature phones. This silicon comes in a 22nm fabrication, has a single core, and clocks in at a maximum frequency of 1GHz. In addition to that, you get a 64MB memory and 128MB storage combo on the Nokia 3210 (2024). Yes… it’s “MB” as in Megabyte and yes, it’s quite low. This is why, the company offers a MicroSD card support of up to 32GB on this phone. Additionally, it boots on the S30+ operating system.

Features and the rest

This phone is a homage to the days of the past and comes with MP3 Player, FM Radio, and the classic game — Snake baked inside it. Similarly, it skips WiFi connectivity but includes a 3.5mm headphone jack instead. On the other hand, the Nokia 3210 (2024) has received some updates to meet modern-day standards. Such as a USB Type-C charging interface, Bluetooth v5.0 support, and a modest 2MP camera coupled with an LED flash on the back.

Nokia 3210 (2024) Features

The Nokia 3210 (2024) might not have WiFi connectivity, but, it is not totally off the grid though. It can tap into the internet, that too at 4G LTE speeds. Thus, you can keep up with the rest of the world through Cloud Apps like news, weather, and well — YouTube Shorts. Lastly, it packs a 1,450 mAh removable battery for power that offers almost 10 hours of continuous talk time.

Nokia 3210 (2024) Specifications

  • Design: Dual-tone finish with standard keypad layout
  • Dimensions: 122.00 mm x 52.00 mm x 13.14 mm
  • Weight: 87 grams
  • Display: 2.4-inch, TFT LCD Panel*, QVGA resolution
  • Chipset: Single core UNISOC T107 (22nm)
  • RAM: 64MB
  • ROM: 128MB + 32GB expandable with MicroSD card
  • OS: S30+
  • Rear Camera: Single 2MP Camera with LED Flash
  • Battery: 1,450 mAh, removable, USB Type-C charging
  • Connectivity: Dual SIM, 4G LTE, Bluetooth v5.0, 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Colour Options: Y2K Gold, Grunge Black, Scuba Blue

Nokia 3210 (2024) Price in Nepal and Availability

The 2024 feature phone will be available to purchase from the HMD website starting on 15 May 2024. The price is set at GBP 74.99 for the Brits, while the rest of Europe can get it for EUR 79.99.

It is unclear if the phone will ever make it into our borders as of yet. If and when it does, we expect the 2024 variant of the Nokia 3210 price in Nepal to be NPR 13,999.

Nokia Phone Price in Europe (Official) Price in Nepal 
3210 (2024) EUR 79.99 NPR 13,999
  • Meanwhile, check out our Realme C65 5G unboxing and review video:

Realme GT Neo 6 launched with Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 and 6000 nits of peak brightness

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Realme unveiled the successor to the GT Neo 5 in China today with a powerful chip, capable cameras, and a super-fast charger. In this article, let’s take a look at the Realme GT Neo 6, its full specifications, expected price in Nepal, and availability.

Realme GT Neo 6 Overview:

Performance

The new GT Neo is powered by the recently launched Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 that we saw on the Poco F6 and a few other performance-centric devices. Being based on the same foundation as the flagship SD 8 Gen 3, it’s quite a beast and positions the GT Neo 6 as a midrange powerhouse.

Snapdragon 8s Gen 3

Realme also provides users the flexibility to adjust CPU and GPU frequencies using their
‘Geek Performance Panel 2.0″ software. To keep things cool during gaming, the phone features a large 10,0014 squared millimeter vapor chamber.

Memory-wise, you can get up to 16GB of LPDDR5x RAM and 1 terabyte of UFS 4.0 storage.

Display and Design

The Realme GT Neo 6 uses the same 8T BOE panel that we saw on the SE version before. It’s a 1.5K AMOLED screen with wide colors, 0.5-120Hz LTPO support, and an outstanding 6000 nits of peak brightness. Moreover, the display also has a bunch of other bells and whistles like 2160Hz PWM dimming, 2500Hz touch sampling, and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection that make it stand out from the competition.

Realme GT Neo 6 Design and Display

Design-wise it’s similar to the GT Neo 6 SE with triple circular cutouts on the back and a striped backdrop. The phone features an IP65 dust and splash rating and is available in Purple, Green, and Silver color options.

Cameras and Battery 

Moving on to the cameras, we see two sensors on the back and a 32MP IMX 615 sensor on the front. The primary is a 50MP IMX 882 with OIS complemented by an 8MP IMX 355 ultrawide.

The battery is a larger 5500mAh cell this time around and it supports up to 120W fast charging. Although that’s a downgrade from the GT Neo 5’s godly 240W, it still allows the Realme GT Neo 6 to fill up to 50% in just under 10 minutes.

Realme GT Neo 6 Specifications:

  • Display: 6.78″ BOE 8T LTPO AMOLED panel, 120Hz refresh rate, 2160 PWWM dimming, 6000 nits (peak), 1600 nits (Global)
  • Resolution: 1.5K resolution (2772 x 1240 pixels)
  • Memory: Up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM, up to 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage 
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
  • Software & UI: Android 14 with Realme UI 5.0 on top
  • Rear Camera:
    • 50 MP main camera Sony IMX882 sensor, OIS, f/1.8 aperture
    • 8MP IMX355 112° ultra-wide camera with f/2.2 aperture
  • Front Camera: 
    • 32MP front-facing camera with Sony IMX615 sensor, f/2.45 aperture
  • Battery: 5,500mAh with 120W SuperVOOC charging

Realme GT Neo 6 Price in Nepal and Availability

The GT Neo 6 is now available for purchase in China with a starting price of CNY 2,099 for the 12+1256GB configuration. If and when it makes it here, we expect the Realme GT Neo 6 price in Nepal to be around 60,000 rupees.

Realme GT Neo 6  Price in China (Offical) Price in Nepal (Expected)
12GB / 256GB CNY 2,099 NPR 59,999
16GB / 256GB CNY 2,399 NPR 65,999
16GB / 512GB CNY 2,699 NPR 73,999
16GB / 1TB CNY 2,999 NPR 79,999

  • Meanwhile, check out our Redmi Note 13 5G review video:

Ncell starts Carrier Aggregation in Nepal and it’s a Tri-Band one

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Ncell, the private telecom operator has finally begun the Carrier Aggregation feature for its users. And that too with a bonus, I mean, a new 4G band on top of the existing two. In case you are scratching your head, fear not, I’ll explain all about Ncell Carrier Aggregation in this piece of news.

Ncell Carrier Aggregation Overview

What is Carrier Aggregation?

Carrier Aggregation is basically your smartphone using two or more than two bands simultaneously which boosts your bandwidth speed. This feature was first implemented on the 3G network which gave it the name of HSPA+. At the present time, 5G is already present in several countries while Nepal is relying on 4G network connectivity. So, herein it refers to 4G Carrier Aggregation.

In case you didn’t know, the state-owned telco NTC was the first operator to introduce VoLTE and 4G Carrier Aggregation in Nepal. It uses two 4G frequency bands in Nepal: Band 3 (1800MHz) and Band 20 (900Hz). So, NTC users having a 4G+ signal while turning mobile data on means that the phone is using Band 3 + Band 20 at the same time.

And a new 4G band enters for Ncell Network

Just a while ago, Ncell used to operate 4G with two bands: Band 3 (1800MHz) and Band 8 (900MHz). And now, the private telco is now operating 4G through Band 1 (2100MHz) as well which was previously used for the 3G network. To shed some light on this, it has finally gotten the approval, it was long seeking the from Nepal Telecommunications Authority (NTA).

Ncell (Axiata) Nepal

Plus, telcos are provided bandwidth for each frequency band by NTA. As per Nepalitelecom, Ncell has a total of 15MHz bandwidth for Band 1 (2100MHz). Now, it gets segregated as a 10MHz bandwidth for 3G and 5MHz bandwidth for 4G. On the other hand, Ncell is using 20MHz bandwidth for 4G on Band 3 (1800MHz) and 5MHz on Band 8 (900MHz) for 4G. So collectively, it has now 30MHz bandwidth.

The first carrier to provide Tri-band Carrier Aggregation

Although a bit late, Ncell has finally activated Carrier Aggregation in its 4G network. And with the introduction of the third 4G band at 2100MHz frequency, Ncell becomes the first operator to provide triple band (tri-band) carrier aggregation in Nepal. Users are getting boosted 4G speed with the combined use of 2100MHz + 1800MHz + 900MHz on Ncell. Plus, it has also implemented dual-band Carrier Aggregation (Band 3 + Band 8) as per the need and area.

Ncell Carrier Aggregation with Triple Bands
Tri-band Carrier Aggregation on Ncell

Advantages of Carrier Aggregation on Ncell

As I have already mentioned, Carrier Aggregation increases your bandwidth speed with 4G+. So, it’s the same case on Ncell as well. But having a tri-band aggregation comes with more perks than a dual-band one. With this, you can get up to 225Mbps speed as Band 3 provides 150Mbps, and Band 1 / Band 3 can provide a speed of 35Mbps, theoretically.

Plus having a more spectrum bandwidth increases the throughput capacity that can allow more users in the same network without sacrificing the overall network quality and bandwidth speed.

How to check Carrier Aggregation on your smartphone

  • First, you need to download the NetMonster App on your smartphone.
  • I would recommend you to do this test from an open space or from a terrace where network interference is lesser.
  • Then, open the app and grant all the necessary permissions.
  • Also, first turn on the airplane mode and turn it off, to check Carrier Aggregation on the NetMonster app.
  • After that, it will show its homepage with carrier and band information.
  • If you are using an NTC SIM, it will show 1800MHz + 800MHz. While on Ncell, it will either show you 1800MHz + 900MHz or 2100MHz + 1800MHz+ 900MHz.
NetMonster App
Dual-band Carrier Aggregation on both NTC and Ncell

Factors for Carrier Aggregation to Work

  • Both your carrier and smartphone should support Carrier Aggregation.
  • It also depends on the area you are living in and the cell towers in your location. For example, city areas have multiple towers with more than one band frequency emission enabled, dual-band or tri-band in the case of Ncell.
  • Rural areas mostly include cell towers with just one band frequency enabled. So, Carrier Aggregation does not work there for most of the instances.
  • Carrier Aggregation requires multiple frequency bands, so, it is subject to work properly in open spaces or on top floors of a building with better network reception.
  • Ncell’s 4G bands, Band 1, Band 3, and Band 8 are available in almost every smartphone in Nepal. However, not every device supports Carrier Aggregation.
  • Meanwhile, NTC’s Band 20 is not available in “Made for India” phones. So always check Band 20 support before buying a new smartphone in order to use NTC’s 4G Carrier Aggregation in city areas and 4G network in rural areas.
  • Ncell Carrier Aggregation with Triple Bands is only available in certain areas while its dual-band aggregation is common in various areas.

Samsung’s Galaxy Book 4 Edge will be powered by the upcoming Snapdragon X Elite chip

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Samsung is gearing up to introduce a groundbreaking addition to its Galaxy Book 4 range with the upcoming Galaxy Book 4 Edge. Departing from the traditional Intel chip architecture, this new variant will be based on ARM architecture, signaling a significant shift in Samsung’s laptop lineup. In this article, we will discuss furthermore about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Book 4, including its expected pricing and specifications.

Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge Rumors

Transition to ARM Architecture

Unlike its predecessors in the Galaxy Book 4 family, the Galaxy Book 4 Edge will be powered by a Qualcomm ARM-based chip, specifically the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite SoC. The transition to ARM architecture in laptops has the potential to significantly shake up the industry by offering improvements in battery life and efficiency compared to traditional Intel-based models.

Snapdragon X Elite Summary

What about other Specs?

Early reports suggest that the Galaxy Book 4 Edge will boast a 14-inch display, accompanied by 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. But nothing has been confirmed apart as the device has not been unveiled just yet.

Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge display and design

Unanswered Questions

While the specifications and release date of the Galaxy Book 4 Edge are gradually coming to light, one aspect remains shrouded in mystery: the significance of the “Edge” moniker. Samsung’s use of this term, previously associated with smartphones featuring curved displays, raises questions about the design and features of the laptop.

Moreover, Samsung needs to act fast because Microsoft might announce Snapdragon X-based devices on May 20. This could be tough competition for Samsung. As both companies are in the race to create the ultimate MacBook Air killer.

Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Edge Expected Price and Availability

The Galaxy Book 4 edge is estimated to cost around €1,800.  Samsung is expected to make an official announcement regarding the Galaxy Book 4 Edge before the end of May, according to sources close to the matter. 

  • Meanwhile, watch our review of Macbook Air M1 vs M2 vs M3

Xiaomi Smart Camera C700 launched with 4K recording and HyperOS

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Xiaomi is one of the headlining names when it comes to smartphones, accessories, and IoT devices. Under the latter section, the Chinese tech giant has added a new member, the Xiaomi Smart Camera C700. This home security offering arrives with 4K res video recording, AI features, and HyperOS compatibility. Without further ado, let’s head into the specs, features, and expected price of the Xiaomi Smart Camera C700 in Nepal in this article.

Xiaomi Smart Camera C700 Overview:

4K HDR Videos

This new security camera from Xiaomi sports an 8MP sensor that can shoot 4K HDR videos at 3840 x 2160 resolution. So, the surveillance is gonna be ultra-clear. Plus, the professional-grade lens with 5 large-aperture optical lenses here contributes to exceptional image clarity and better low-light performance.

Xiaomi Smart Camera C700 Featuresa

On top of that, there are ten invisible 940nm infrared LEDs for night vision footage, using innovative non-red exposure tech. The dual-motor pan/tilt functionality on the camera allows it to cover wide angles—360° horizontally and 110° vertically. Lastly, you get a physical shield feature for privacy as well.

Local AI Capabilities

2024 is going to be all about AI. So, the Xiaomi C700 camera also packs some local AI features to make your life easier. It includes baby crying detection, pet dynamic tracking, human form detection, and glass-breaking alerts. As these are locally processed, it’s much faster than cloud-based AI processing. So, timely notifications and accurate alerts are possible on this camera.

Xiaomi Smart Camera C700 AI Features

Connectivity and Others

In terms of connectivity, the C700 camera supports dual-band WiFi 6. However, it can seamlessly integrate with other Xiaomi smart home devices via HyperOS Connect. So, it can do automated tasks such as turning the lights on through motion detection or automatic camera adjustments when the door unlocks.

Xiaomi has also emphasized on data encryption part through a Mi Home Security Chip. You get flexible storage options with a MicroSD card of up to 256GB and also Network Attached Storage (NAS) for storing more footage.

Xiaomi Smart Camera C700 Specifications

  • Camera: 8MP
  • Resolution: 4K HDR (3820 x 2160)
  • Focal length: 3.9mm
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n), HyperOS Connect
  • Storage: MicroSD card (up to 64GB), NAS
  • Companion App: Xiaomi Home (Android | iOS)

Xiaomi Smart Camera C700 Price in Nepal and Availability

In China, the Xiaomi Smart Camera C700 is priced at 349 Yuan. We expect the Xiaomi Smart Camera C700 price in Nepal to be NPR 9,999 when it launches here.

Sharp Aquos R9 launched with Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 and 240Hz refresh rate display

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Sharp, the Japanese electronics brand has launched a new smartphone, Sharp Aquos R9. Sitting in the premium midrange category, the Aqous R9 boasts some impressive specs such as a Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 chip and a 240Hz LTPO display. In this article, we’ll walk through the specs, features, and expected price of Sharp Aquos R9 in Nepal.

Sharp Aquos R9 Overview

Pro-IGZO OLED 240Hz display

One of the key USPs of the Aqous R9 is the 240Hz OLED display. It is not your normal OLED panel but a Pro-IGZO OLED panel, developed by Sharp using crystals such as indium, gallium, zinc, and oxygen. This flat display stretches 6.5 inches with an FHD+ resolution and 1500nits of peak brightness.

Sharp Aquos R9 Design and Display

Talking of the design, the phone goes for a boxy build with a flat frame. On the rear side, a circular camera module makes space for two camera lenses and an LED flash. YOu also get MIL-STD 810G certification and IP68 dust water resistance protection.

Camera

Getting to the optics, the Sharp Aquos R9 houses a dual camera setup with Leica branding on top. The primary sensor is a 50.3MP shooter with f/1.9 and OIS. It is accompanied by a 50.3MP ultra-wide-angle lens with a 122 FoV and f/2.2 aperture. Upfront too, there is a 50.3MP sensor for snapping selfies and taking video calls.

Performance

Under the hood, the Sharp Aquos R9 packs a Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 chipset. This recently announced premium midrange chip is built on a 4nm process and boasts quite a punch in CPU and GPU power. After all, it features one Cortex-X4 core at 2800 MHz, four Cortex-A720 cores at 2600 MHz, and three Cortex-A520 cores at 1900 MHz. Handling the graphics here is an Adreno 732 GPU. Likewise, there is also a heat dissipation system to keep the thermals in check.

Snapdragon 7 Plus Gen 3 Chipset

Sharp has paired the chip with 12GB LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB of internal storage. Software-wise, it boots on Android 14 OS.

Battery, and Others

Providing the juice on this smartphone is a 5000mAh battery. Connectivity features include 5G, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS and NFC.

Sharp Aquos R9 Specifications

  • Display: 6.5-inch Pro IGZO OLED, 2730 x 1260 pixels, 240Hz refresh rate (variable), 20 million:1 contrast ratio, HDR, 1 billion colors
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 (4nm)
  • Rear Camera: Dual (50.3MP sensor, f/1.8 + 50.3MP UW sensor, f/2.2)
  • Front Camera: 50.3MP (punch-hole cutout)
  • Memory: 12GB LPDDR5 RAM, 256GB UFS 3.1 storage
  • Operating System: Android 14
  • Battery: 5,000mAh
  • Security: Under-display fingerprint sensor

Sharp Aquos R9 Price in Nepal and Avaialbility

As of now, the pricing details of the Sharp Aquos R9 is not revealed. We will update the article as and when the pricing and availability details become available.

Asus has given a sneak peek of the ROG Ally 2024 in an enticing black color

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Gaming fans are thrilled about rumors of a new version of the Asus ROG Ally handheld gaming device. It might launch at Computex 2024 and could bring some big changes to portable gaming. In this article, we will discuss more about the upcoming Asus ROG Ally 2024.

Asus ROG Ally 2024 Rumors

Social Media Speculations 

People are talking online, especially after Asus posted a mysterious picture hinting at a black ROG Ally. People are curious, but Asus hasn’t confirmed anything yet.

Many people are interested in the idea of a black version of the rumored update. It might solve issues with stains and wear that the white model had, making it more appealing to different people.

What to expect? 

While concrete details about the ROG Ally 2024 are scarce, speculation is rife regarding possible enhancements. Minor tweaks and quality-of-life improvements are anticipated, with hopes high for the resolution of persistent issues such as the SDCard problem.

How about the performance?

Although there is excitement about potential upgrades, it seems unlikely that the ROG Ally 2024 will feature AMD’s latest Strix Point APU. Instead, such advancements may be reserved for future iterations, leaving fans to wonder about the possibilities for future releases.

Asus ROG Ally 2024 Conclusion

As the rumor continues to churn, the Asus ROG Ally 2024 remains one of the most anticipated gadgets of 2024, and gamers are more eager than before for its update. Stay tuned as we will bring you all the information regarding the upcoming device in the next few months.

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