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Honor 200 Lite launched in France with 6.7″ AMOLED and Dimensity 6080

Honor

Dip Khatiwada

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April 28, 2024

Honor 200 Lite launched in France with 6.7″ AMOLED and Dimensity 6080

Honor has introduced its latest smartphone offering, the Honor 200 Lite. This device packs a range of features including an AMOLED screen. In this article, we will discuss the latest Honor 200 lite, including its price in Nepal, specifications, and more.

Honor 200 Lite Overview

Design and Display

The Honor 200 Lite boasts a slim profile, measuring just 6.8 mm in thickness and weighing 166 grams. It features a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 2412 pixels and a 20:9 aspect ratio.

Performance

Under the hood, the Honor 200 Lite is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6080 chipset, built on a 6nm process. It is an octa-core processor with two Cortex-A76 cores clocked at 2.4 GHz and six Cortex-A55 cores running at 2.0 GHz. The Honor 200 Lite comes with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage

Camera

In the camera department, the Honor 200 Lite features a triple-camera setup on the rear. It consists of a 108MP primary camera with an f/1.8 aperture and PDAF, a 5MP ultra-wide camera with an f/2.2 aperture, and a 2MP macro camera with an f/2.4 aperture. The rear camera setup supports LED flash, HDR, and panorama modes, and can record 1080p video at 30fps.

For selfies and video calls, the device is equipped with a 50MP front-facing camera with an f/2.1 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps.

Connectivity and Battery

Powering the device is a 4500mAh non-removable Li-Po battery that supports 35W wired charging. It also features a USB Type-C 2.0 port with OTG support. Other notable features include a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, proximity sensor, and compass.

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Honor 200 Lite Specifications

Display: 6.7-inch AMOLED, 1080 x 2412 pixels
Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 6080
RAM / Storage: 8GB / 256GB
Rear Camera: 108MP +2MP
Front Camera: 50MP
Battery: 4500 mAh with 35W
Color: Starry Blue, Cyan Lake, and Black

Honor 200 Lite 5G Price in Nepal and Availability

The Honor 200 Lite is available in three color options: Starry Blue, Cyan Lake, and Black. Launched in France, the Honor 200 Lite is currently priced at Euro 329.90. However, upon its arrival here, we anticipate the Honor 200 lite to be priced slightly lower than in Europe, around NPR 34,000.

Honor 200 Lite	Price	Price
8GB / 256GB	Euro 329.90	NPR 34,000

Meanwhile, watch our review of Xiaomi 14

Realme C65 5G launched in India with Dimensity 6300 SoC and 50MP camera

Realme

Mintu

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April 28, 2024

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Realme C65 5G launched in India with Dimensity 6300 SoC and 50MP camera

Realme has finally launched the Realme C65 in India with a 50MP camera and 120Hz IPS LCD display. This is actually the 5G version of the recently unveiled C65 (LTE) in Vietnam. Without further ado, let’s get into the specifications and expected price in Nepal of the Realme C65 5G in this article.

Realme C65 5G Overview

Design and Display

The Realme C65 5G bears an identical design to the recently launched Realme P1. A flat middle frame with a 7.9mm profile, a circular camera module, and a hole-punch display upfront. The panel is a 6.67 inch 120Hz LCD panel but it just isn’t your regular LCD display. In fact, it is TUV Rheinland certified and offers a peak brightness of 625nits and can go as low as up to 1nit for reducing eye strain.

Performance

The Realme C65 5G debuts with a new MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset. Memory-wise, the phone is available with 4/6GB of RAM and 64/128GB of internal storage. Plus, a 2TB memory card support is also supported. In addition, the Realme C65 5G boots in Android 14 and features realme UI 5.0 skin on top.

Optics

In terms of optics, the Realme C65 5G flaunts a 50MP main camera alongside an auxiliary sensor. Which offers up to 1080p recording and 30fps video recording. Upfront, the hole-punch cutout will bear an 8MP selfie camera.

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Battery, Charging, and Others

Fueling the Realme C65 5G is a 5000mAh battery, accompanied by a 15W fast charging support. Connectivity options include 5G, Dual VoLTE, WiFi 5, Bluetooth, GPS, and a USB Type-C port.

Realme C65 5G Specifications

Display: 6.67 inch IPS LCD, 120Hz, 625 nits (Peak)
Chipset: Mediatek Dimensity 6300
UI/OS: Realme UI 5.0/ Android 14
RAM/ Storage: Up to 6GB RAM, 128GB Storage
Rear Camera: 50MP + Auxilary camera
Front Camera: 8MP Camera
Battery: 5000mAh with 15W charger
Connectivity: 5G

Realme C65 5G Price in Nepal and Availability

The Realme C65 5G comes in Feather Green and Glowing Black hues, offering three memory variants: 4GB/64GB, 4GB/128GB, and 6GB/128 GB. The prices for these configurations are INR 10,499, INR 11,499, and INR 12,499, respectively. Upon its release in Nepal, we anticipate the Realme C65 5G to debut at NPR 19,000.

Realme C65 5G	Price	Price in Nepal (Expected)
4GB / 64GB	INR 10,499	NPR 19,000
4GB / 128GB	INR 11,499	NPR 21,000
6GB /128GB	INR 12,499	NPR 23,000

Meanwhile, you can check our Realme P1 review.

Samsung Galaxy M14 review: You’ll need some patience…

Aarohan Niraula

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April 27, 2024

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Samsung Galaxy M14 review: You’ll need some patience…

Budget smartphones are never the fun-nest to review but they do give you a unique perspective on how many things we generally take for granted. Things like the general usability of the device, the decent shutter speed, and the appeal to spend that extra minute scrolling. I found most of it missing on the Galaxy M14 (4G) maybe except for the first one. It’s a modern smartphone and you can do most modern smartphone things on the M14 but…you’ll need some patience.

The 4G variant of the Galaxy M14 was recently launched in Nepal starting at Rs. 16,999 for the 4/64GB configuration that I’ve been using for a week or so. The 6/128GB variant crosses that 20,000 rupee mark costing an additional 5,000 rupees.

Samsung Galaxy M14 Review: Specifications:

Display: 6.7-inch PLS LCD Infinity-U Display, 90Hz refresh rate
Resolution: Full HD+ (1080×2400 pixels)
Processor: Snapdragon 680 (6nm)
Software & UI: One UI 5.1 based on Android 13
Rear Camera: Triple
– 50MP main, OIS
– 2MP depth
– 2MP macro
Front Camera: 13MP
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5, GPS, VoLTE
Battery: 5000mAh with 25W charging (25W charger free with every purchase)
Color Options: Artic Blue and Sapphire Blue
Price in Nepal: Rs. 16,999 (4/64GB), Rs. 22,999 (6/128GB)
Check out the full specs of the Samsung Galaxy M14 4G here.
Buy Samsung Galaxy M14 LTE here

Samsung Galaxy M14 Review:

Design and Build

Let’s start things off with the overall looks and feel of the M14. It’s basically the Galaxy A05s in a repackaged format so I wasn’t expecting anything different or surprising. And as boring as it is, the Galaxy M14 looks and feels pretty decent for a budget phone.

The back has Samsung’s triple camera cutout design that makes the M14 indistinguishable from most other models. But turn to the front and……yeah! That’s definitely a budget Samsung. No one else would dare to ship a phone with that waterdrop notch and those big bezels in 2024, even in the budget segment. Keeping that aside though, the phone doesn’t feel cheaply built despite being all plastic and the weight distribution is decent enough to not let the heft get to you.

Display

Type: LCD, 90Hz
Size: 6.7 inches, 107.8 cm2
Resolution: 1080 x 2400 pixels (~394 ppi density)

The Display is a 90Hz LCD panel which is pretty common in the below 20,000 market in Nepal. But if you’re opting for the 6/128 model for 22,000, there are better screens out there. The resolution and viewing angles are fine for the price but the brightness is way too compromised on the M14. Using the device under direct sunlight is a struggle and although there isn’t an official number, I reckon the max brightness is below 500 nits.

Being an LCD, there are no deep blacks or super poppy colors, but you don’t even get the option to switch color modes or fix the refresh rate to 90Hz. These are the kinds of things you don’t even expect compromises on but there it is. Of course, there’s no HDR, but I surprisingly found Widevine L1 support on the Galaxy M14. That means you’ll at least be able to play Full HD content on OTT platforms like Netflix.

Speakers, Haptics, and Sensors (or the lack of)

The Galaxy M14 ships with a single speaker at the bottom which sounds ok-ish at best. It isn’t very loud and you don’t even get a hybrid setup with the earpiece. Buzzy Z-axis vibration associated with budget smartphones is here as well and the sensor situation is also very barebones. There’s an Accelerometer, a Light sensor, and a proximity …that’s it. No gyroscope, no compass, no nothing. These small compromises are not the most surprising but they are something you should know about if you’re considering a purchase.

Performance …Ouch!

OS: Android 13, OneUI 5.0
Chipset: Snapdragon 680 (6nm)
CPU: Octa-core (4×2.4 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4×1.9 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU: Adreno 610

Although the Galaxy M14 doesn’t look terrible on paper, the user experience is very slowwww in real life. Everything from opening apps to scrolling through Instagram, and using the camera takes some patience to get used to. Maybe it’s because of the 4GB (LPDD4x) RAM in my unit, or maybe it’s because I rarely remove apps from memory, but the M14 would feel slower and slower as I used it more. That might have to do with the slow Snapdragon chipset or maybe the bigger culprit is the EMMC memory that Samsung has opted for here.

Benchmarks

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Benchmarks-wise, it scores pretty similar to other smartphones with the chipset but the EMMC storage makes it feel slower in day-to-day usage. Gaming is …doable on the M14 but it’s a budget phone that’ll meet budget phone expectations. You’ll be able to run PUBG Mobile at 30 fps but it’s far from a very enjoyable experience. Call of Duty had fewer frame drops and was able to run at around the 40 fps mark on Low settings. To see if the M14 could push extra fps, I also played Mech Arena at the ‘Good + 60’ preset where it actually did pretty decent at an average of 56 fps. That being said, you’ll find frame drops and stutters to be a common occurrence in almost all games.

Software

Android 13 with One UI 5.1 out of the box
2 years of OS, 4 years of security updates

The Galaxy M14 came with Android 13 out of the box, but the option to upgrade to OneUI 6 is already there. It does feature the more-toned down ‘Core’ version but besides the secure folder and the edge panel, I didn’t find myself missing other features. That being said, using the device did start to make me wonder if even the core OneUI is still too heavy for budget smartphones. I mean, the sluggishness that I mentioned before can be partially attributed to a heavier Android skin and I didn’t get the stability or reliability from the software that I’d come to expect of other Samsung phones. A few system apps like the camera froze in time a couple of times, and there were a few crashes as well. So, unlike most other times where I praise Samsung’s software game, I have to deduct a few points here. But at the end of the day, it’s a budget phone after all. So, getting a UI with no ads, minimal bloatware (relatively), and decent support (2 years OS, 4 years security) isn’t terrible of a deal.

Timely Updates!

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Camera

Rear: 50MP, f/1.8, + 2MP depth + 2MP macro
Front: 13MP, f/2.0

Moving onto the camera section, I have mixed feelings here. On one hand, the Galaxy M14 spews decent-looking everyday shots with characteristic Samsung colors that look nice at a glance. On the other hand, the usability and the experience of using the camera app could be a LOT better.

How do I put it..everything just feels super slow. Granted it’s a budget phone, you don’t expect super snappy successive shots, I at least didn’t expect using the app to feel like a chore.

Besides the things like slow shutter, and operation, every preview taught me patience as I had to wait a bit before seeing how the image actually turned out. On occasions, the shoot button (the white one) simply didn’t respond to touch and I was left wondering if something even happened or not. So yeah, if you are considering this device, be ready to shoot slow and steady.

Daylight

The images themselves look more pleasing than you’d expect of a budget phone. The colors are punchy and shots have the Samsung look to them. On closer inspection, you’ll find holes in details and dynamic range but that’s expected of the price. I was expecting a bit better performance on the detail end because of the high-res 50MP sensor, but it’s just okay-ish there.

Daylight

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Portraits

The Galaxy M14 definitely punches above its weight class when it comes to portraits. It’s not the most consistent when it comes to skin tones, but if you can look beside that, there is very little to complain about elsewhere. The depth’s nice, colors are vibrant, and the overall look of the portrait is very aesthetic.

Portraits

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Selfies

Selfies aren’t that good though. You can get ok-ish looking shots but the M14 doesn’t play nice with all skin tones and some people end up looking way too pale or yellowish. The details are decent but insufficient lighting like in an indoor situation will lead to visible softness.

Okish selfies!

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Lowlight

The low-light performance is decent here and you get a dedicated Night mode that’s hidden in the more tab. The default shooting mode takes its sweet time during lowlight so switching to the ‘5s’ Night mode doesn’t hurt much. Doing so will give you a brightened-up image where light sources are handled much better, but it’s not all sunshine and roses as some compositions can come out looking unnatural and noisy.

Lowlight

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Videos

Video-wise, Samsung does offer you more options than most other budget phones in this range with up to 1080p 60 fps recording from both the front and back cameras. But like you’d expect the overall quality including the audio pickup and stabilization aspects is nothing out of the ordinary. In a pinch? Want to quickly capture a moment? Fine. Looking to create the next ‘Behold’? Better luck next time, chief!

Battery and Charging

5000 mAh and 25W charging

Talking of the battery, you see a smaller 5,000 mAh cell on the LTE version of the M14. But I don’t think it really matters a lot when we are talking about budget phones with not-so-powerful chips and screens that don’t demand a lot of juice. As such, I was able to rock the Samsung Galaxy M14 for two days on average during my review period. Sure, it did reach below 20% in one instance where I was testing games, and played a lot of media, but I reckon the endurance will be sufficient for most folks even with the reduced capacity.

Charging is fine too as there’s fast charging support and Samsung Nepal has generously bundled a 25W adapter. I didn’t have the exact brick with me but testing with a compatible USB PD charger, I found the Samsung Galaxy M14 to reach 45% percent in half an hour, 80% in an hour, and 100% in about one and a half hours.

Samsung Galaxy M14 (4G) Review: Conclusion

As a budget device, the M14 does decently well with good photos, clean UI, and lasting endurance. It does fall short in terms of fluidity or responsiveness but you wouldn’t be getting any kind of other-worldly experience with competitors from other brands.

If you can muster up the patience, the base 4/64GB model is fine for the price. But if you can afford to go above 20,000 rupees, there are devices that provide a more complete package for not much extra. Under 25,000 NPR, the Redmi Note 13 (review) or even the cheaper Honor X7b (review) will provide you with a better overall user experience. And if you stretch your budget to that 27-30k bracket, Samsung’s own A15 (review) strikes a good balance between smooth everyday performance, good cameras, and decent everything else.

Even if you are searching for an everyday-er in the 15 to 20,000 rupees segment, the Redmi 12 and POCO M5 offer better memory and snappier performance. That’s to say, there are alternatives left and right according to your budget and needs. But if you’re one of those folks who don’t dig Chinese software with ads, want Samsung’s photos, and share Buddha’s perspective on patience, the Galaxy M14 LTE might not be a bad deal.

Samsung Galaxy M14 Review: Pros and Cons

Pros:

Pleasing photos from the main camera
Portraits look very nice for the price
Long-lasting battery life

Cons:

Runs pretty slow
Lackluster speaker and sensors

TSMC unveils groundbreaking 1.6nm process nodes

Chipset

Dip Khatiwada

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April 26, 2024

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TSMC unveils groundbreaking 1.6nm process nodes

TSMC has announced its latest 1.6nm manufacturing process node, dubbed A16. This groundbreaking technology marks a significant leap in semiconductor manufacturing, incorporating gate-all-around nanosheet transistors and an innovative backside power delivery network. In this article, we will discuss the TSMC 1.66 nm process node in more detail.

TSMC 1.66nm Process node Overview

Advanced Transistor Technology and Power Delivery

The A16 node utilizes GAAFET (gate-all-around field-effect transistor) nanosheet transistors, offering enhanced performance and energy efficiency compared to previous nodes. Additionally, TSMC has introduced backside power delivery network (BSPDN) technology, which further improves power efficiency and transistor density.

Technical Advantages

The A16 process integrates a backside power rail (Super Power Rail – SPR), enhancing power delivery and increasing transistor density. This combination of GAAFET transistors and BSPDN technology results in notable improvements:

8-10% performance boost at the same voltage and complexity.
15-20% reduction in power consumption at the same frequency and transistor count.
Up to 10% more transistors can be accommodated, depending on chip design.

Targeted Applications

TSMC’s A16 node is positioned to cater to high-performance computing products, particularly AI and HPC processors that require complex signal routing and dense power circuitry. The backside power delivery network is particularly advantageous for AI and HPC applications, enhancing performance and power efficiency.

Industry Context

TSMC’s adoption of BSPDN technology, specifically the Super Power Rail variant, distinguishes it from other fabs pursuing similar approaches. Furthermore, the industry is witnessing a shift in process node naming conventions, moving towards smaller denominations such as the “Angstrom era” to reflect the increasingly advanced technology.

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TSMC 1.66nm Process Node Production date

TSMC plans to start volume production of the A16 node in the second half of 2026. Consumer-ready products based on this advanced manufacturing process are expected to hit the market in 2027.

Meanwhile, watch our review of Oppo Reno 11F

Honor Pad 9 Pro launched in China with Dimensity 8100 Chipset

Honor

Dip Khatiwada

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April 26, 2024

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Honor Pad 9 Pro launched in China with Dimensity 8100 Chipset

Honor has announced the launch of its new tablet, the Honor Pad 9 Pro. This device boasts mid-range specifications and ships in two configurations. Let’s dive into this article to learn more about the Honor Pad 9 Pro, including its price in Nepal, specifications, and more.

Honor Announces Pad 9 Pro Tablet

Display

Honor has unveiled the Pad 9 Pro, its new flagship tablet. The device features a 12.1-inch TFT LCD display with a 2560 x 1600 resolution and 144Hz refresh rate. The display supports 1.07 billion colors and the DCI-P3 wide color gamut. On the design side of things, the Honor Pad 9 Pro measures 6.64mm thick and weighs approximately 589 grams.

Performance

Under the hood, the Honor Pad 9 Pro is powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 8100 chipset. It will be available with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB storage configurations. The tablet runs MagicOS 8.0 based on Android 14. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, 5GHon support, and a USB Type-C port.

Camera and Battery

It features a 13MP rear camera and a 5MP front-facing camera. In addition, the tablet has a quad-speaker setup with four tweeters for audio. Moreover, the Honor Pad 9 Pro packs a 10,050 mAh battery with 35W fast charging support.

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Honor Pad 9 Pro Specifications

Display: 12.1 inches TFT LCD, 144Hz, 1.07 Billion colors
Resolution: 2560 x 1600
Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 8100
OS: MagicOS 8.0 based on Android 14
Rear Camera: 13MP
Front Camera: 5MP
RAM/ Storage: Up to 12GB RAM, 256GB Storage
Battery: 10050mAh with 35W fast charging support
Audio: 4 speakers and 4 tweeters
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, 5G capabilities, Type-C port
Colors: Starry Gray, Sky Blue

Honor Pad 9 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

The Honor Pad 9 Pro, available in Starry Gray and Sky Blue colors, comes in two configurations: 8GB RAM/256GB Storage priced at CNY 2199 (expected NPR 46,599 in Nepal), and 12GB RAM/256GB Storage priced at CNY 2899 (expected NPR 61,299).

Honor Pad 9 Pro	Price	Price in Nepal (Expected)
8GB / 256GB	CNY 2199	NPR 46,599
12 GB / 256GB	CNY 2899	NPR 61,299

Meanwhile, watch our review of Oppo Reno 11F

Colorful EVOL P15 with three options launched in India

Colorful

Raizel Tandukar

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April 26, 2024

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Colorful EVOL P15 with three options launched in India

Colorful is a Chinese brand that is also a strategic partner of NVIDIA, AMD, and Intel in China. The company recently launched three new laptops in the Indian market with multiple processor options. In this article, we will be discussing the Colorful EVOL P15 in greater detail including its expected price in Nepal.

Colorful EVOL P15 Overview

Design and Display

The Colorful EVOL P15 comes in a beefy outlook with the lid linear patterns. It has a back with exhaust vents and select ports. In the meantime, it has two hinges on either side and has a gap between the screen and the rest of the body. Similarly, it ships in Steel Blue, Grey, and Black colour options and comes with an RGB keyboard.

On the front, the Colorful EVOL P15 comes with two screen options. Either an FHD+ resolution with 1,920 x 1,080 pixels or a QHD option with 2,560 x 1,440 pixels. Moreover, you get a 15.6-inch screen with an IPS panel, a 165Hz refresh rate, and a 100% sRGB colour gamut.

Performance

On the performance side of things, you get three different options of Intel processors. The lowest choice you get is Intel i5-12450H while the most powerful option is a generation newer Intel i7-12650H. Meanwhile, the middle-of-the-pack processor on the Colorful EVOL P15 is the Intel i7-13620H. On the other hand, graphics choices include either NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 or RTX 4060.

Other than that, you get a 16GB DDR5-4800 RAM coupled with 512GB M.2 PCIe SSD combination on this laptop. The Colorful EVOL P15 allows for up to 64GB memory expansion while you get an extra slot for an M.2 PCIe SSD as well. It also packs a head dissipation system comprising two fans and six thermal pipes. On the software front, this laptop boots on the Windows 11 Home.

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Battery and the rest

In the tank, you get a 54Wh battery with a 180W power adapter. The port option includes one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, one USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, one USB 2.0 Type-A, one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, one HDMI, one Mini DP 1.4, one ethernet, and one audio jack. In the meantime, the Colorful EVOL P15 is equipped with WiFi 6E and Bluetooth v5.3 for wireless connectivity.

Colorful EVOL P15 Specifications

Design and Build: Monotone finish with linear patterns and RGB keyboard
Dimensions: 369 mm x 264 mm x 24.90 mm
Weight: 2.40 kg
Display: 15.6” IPS LCD, non-touch, 16:9, 100% sRGB colour gamut, 165Hz refresh rate
Resolution: FHD+ (1,920 x 1,080) or 2.5K (2,560 x 1,600)
Processor: Intel Core i5-12450H or Intel Core i7-12650H or Intel Core i7-13620H
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 or RTX 4060
RAM: 16GB DDR5-4800, dual-channel + Up to 64GB expandable
Storage: 512GB PCIe 4.0 SSD + M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 expansion slot
Operating System: Windows 11 Home
Ports: 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1x USB 2.0 Type-A, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 1x HDMI, 1x MiniDP 1.4, 1x RJ-45 LAN, 1x 3.5mm Headphone jack, 1x DC-in
Connectivity: WiFi 6E (AX211) + Bluetooth v5.3
Battery: 52Wh with 180W Power Adapter
Colours: Steel Blue, Black

Colorful EVOL P15 Price in Nepal and Availability

This laptop is available to purchase in India at a starting price of INR 99,999. It might arrive within our borders in the future. If and when it does, we expect the Colorful EVOL P15 laptop price in Nepal to start at NPR 154,999.

Colorful EVOL P15	Price in India (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Intel Core i5-12450H	INR 99,999	NPR 154,999
Intel Core i7-12650H	INR 119,999	NPR 189,999
Intel Core i7-13620H	INR 139,999	NPR 219,999

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HMD launches three new phones and says “Repair It Yourself”

Raizel Tandukar

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April 25, 2024

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HMD launches three new phones and says “Repair It Yourself”

Do you remember the good ol’ days when you could repair your phone without breaking a sweat? HMD surely does! The Finnish company just launched three new phones under the Pulse lineup that you can “Repair It Yourself”. These phones have very minimal differences from one another. Thus we will cover the entire HMD Pulse series its specifications, price in Nepal, and more in this one article.

HMD Pulse Series Overview

Design and Display

The HMD Pulse series all come in a uniform design with a monotone finish and a rounded rectangular camera island. The island hoses two round camera cutouts with a flash on the side. These phones have an all-flat design and come with IP52 water resistance.

The lowest variant is available in Dreamy Pink, Meteor Black, and Atmos Blue shades. Similarly, the “+” option comes in Apricot Crush, Midnight Black, and Glacier Green colours. Lastly, the highest variant i.e. the Pro model ships in Glacier Green, Black Ocean, and Twilight Purple finishes.

On the front, you get a 6.65-inch HID display all across the board. Additionally, it offers an HD+ resolution, a 90Hz refresh rate, and 600 nits of peak brightness. Other than that, the panel is capable of 70% NTSC colour gamut.

Performance

Under the helm, the entire HMD Pulse series packs the UNISOC T606 chipset. It is not a very performance-centric chip, but, it preserves quite a bit of battery instead. Moreover, it comes in a 12-nanometre fabrication with eight cores and a peak clock speed of just 1.6 GHz. In the meantime, all three phones boot on Android 14 and will receive two OS and three years of security updates.

The phones in the HMD Pulse series vary from each other in the memory and storage department. The titular phone comes with 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage. This phone offers up to 6GB of virtual RAM and up to 256GB of external storage support.

Similarly, the HMD Pulse+ also comes with 4GB memory while the ROM is double the capacity at 128GB. This phone also offers up to additional storage support of up to 256GB while you can extend the memory up to 8GB. Lastly, the highest variant comes with 6GB and 256GB memory and storage combo. Meanwhile, the expandability option includes up to 8GB of memory and 256GB of storage via MicroSD card.

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Camera and the rest

The cameras are one of the major differentiating factors of the three phones. The HMD Pulse comes with a 13MP shooter on the back and an 8MP camera up front. Likewise, the + model takes the resolution of the rear shooter to 50MP while the selfie camera remains unchanged at 8MP. Both these models have a dummy cutout on the back that serves no purpose other than for decoration.

Contrarily, the HMD Pulse Pro has a 2MP auxiliary lens used as a depth sensor. Meanwhile, the main as well as the front camera on this model are both 50MP units.

In the tank, all the members of the HMD Pulse series pack a 5,000 mAh battery. While the lower two variants make do with the standard 10W charging, the Pro version enjoys 20W fast charging support.

Other than that, all the phones come with 4G cellular, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth v5.0, and NFC support for wireless connectivity. On the other hand, they have a USB 2.0 Type-C port as well as a 3.5mm headphone jack for wired connections. Lastly, they come with a sole speaker and microphone setup along with a fingerprint scanner on the power button for biometric security.

Repairability

The main highlight of the HMD Pulse smartphone series is, well, repairability. You can repair these phones by yourself at home. For this, one can visit the HMD Phones Repair Hub on Ifixit.com and get the spare parts and step-by-step guide on the repair process.

The company mentions the screen, the charging port, the back panel, and the battery as the replaceable components on the overview page. It is not known if any other components follow the same route.

HMD Pulse Series Specifications

Criteria / Models	HMD Pulse	HMD Pulse+	HMD Pulse Pro
Design	Flat design with monotone finish, IP52-rated
Dimensions	163.19 mm x 75.02 mm x 8.55 mm
Weight	187 grams		200 grams
Display	6.65” HID display, 90Hz refresh rate, 600 nits peak brightness, 70% NTSC colour gamut
Resolution	HD+ (720 x 1,612)
Chipset	Octa-core UNISOC T606 (12nm)
RAM	4GB + Up to 6GB extendable	4GB + Up to 8GB extendable	6GB + Up to 8GB extendable
ROM	64GB + Up to 256GB expandable via MicroSD card	128GB + Up to 256GB expandable via MicroSD card
OS	Android 14
Rear Camera	13MP	50MP	50MP Main + 2MP Depth
Front Camera	8MP (Centre-aligned hole-punch cutout)		50MP (Centre-aligned hole-punch cutout)
Security	Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Face Unlock
Sensors	Accelerometer (G-Sensor), Ambient Light, e-Compass, Proximity
Navigation	GPS, A-GPS, Galileo
Battery	5,000 mAh with 10W charging		5,000 mAh with 20W charging
Connectivity	4G, Dual-band WiFi, Hotspot, Bluetooth v5.0, NFC, USB 2.0 Type-C, 3.5mm headphone jack
Colour Options	Dreamy Pink, Meteor Black, Atmos Blue	Apricot Crush, Midnight Blue, Glacier Green	Glacier Green, Black Ocean, Twilight Purple

HMD Pulse Series Price in Nepal and Availability

All three phones are available to purchase and start from EUR 140 and go up to EUR 180. It is unlikely that these phones make their way to our borders. If they somehow make their way here, we expect the HMD Pulse series price in Nepal to start from NPR 23,999.

Smartphone	Price in Europe (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
HMD Pulse	EUR 140	NPR 23,999
HMD Pulse+	EUR 160	NPR 27,499
HMD Pulse Pro	EUR 180	NPR 30,999

Meanwhile, check out our Nothing Phone 2(a) review video:

iQOO launches the “x” variant of the Z9 for the budget-conscious consumers

Raizel Tandukar

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April 25, 2024

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iQOO launches the “x” variant of the Z9 for the budget-conscious consumers

iQOO launched the Z9 5G with Dimensity 7200 and IMX 882 sensor last month. Now the company is adding two more smartphones to offer an entire series. In this article, we will discuss the series’ lower member i.e. iQOO Z9x 5G in greater detail including its expected price in Nepal.

iQOO Z9x 5G Overview

Design and Display

The iQOO Z9x 5G looks quite similar to its standard variant. It has a squircle camera island with two camera cutouts. The cutouts here are also squircle in shape. While this phone might be the most affordable option among the series, it does not skip on the build quality. It comes with an aluminium frame along with customised shock-absorbing materials inside. Meanwhile, it comes with IP64 water and dust resistance and ships in Northern Green, Mystic Black, and Star White colours.

On the front, you get a 6.72-inch display donned with tempered glass for additional protection. The panel on the iQOO Z9x 5G is an LCD with FHD resolution. Other than that, it can reach a peak brightness of 1,000 nits and a refresh rate of 120Hz. You also get a DC dimming feature and TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light certification.

Performance

For performance, the iQOO Z9x 5G relies on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset. It is a 4nm chip that comes with eight cores, and a peak clock speed of 2.2GHz. Furthermore, it packs an Adreno 710 GPU to handle the graphical duties of the phone.

In addition to that, the phone packs up to 12GB LPDDR4x RAM coupled with up to 256GB UFS 2.2 storage. Moreover, the iQOO Z9x allows you to virtually extend the memory by an additional 12GB. Similarly, it also offers storage expansion of up to 1TB via a MicroSD card. In the meantime, this smartphone packs a three-dimensional heat dissipation system. On the software side of things, it boots on OriginOS 4 based on Android 14.

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Camera and the rest

The camera department is led by a 50MP primary unit with a CMOS sensor. A 2MP depth sensor sits alongside the main camera on the back. Meanwhile, on the front, you get an 8MP shooter that doubles down as a face scanner. The iQOO Z9x 5G offers you 4K EIS video capabilities along with up to 10x digital zooming.

In the tank, you get a large 6,000 mAh battery with 44W flash charging support. Other than that, this phone comes with a stereo speaker setup. Moreover, the iQOO Z9x 5G comes with dual SIM dual standby, 5G cellular, dual-band WiFi, and Bluetooth v5.1 for wireless connectivity. On the other hand, it has a USB 2.0 Type-C as well as a 3.5mm headphone jack for wired connections.

iQOO Z9x 5G Specifications

Design: Aluminium alloy frame with customised shock-absorbing materials, IP64-rated
Dimensions: 165.70 mm x 76.00 mm x 7.99 mm
Weight: 199 grams
Display: 6.72” LCD Panel, 120Hz refresh rate, up to 1000 nits peak brightness, 16.7M colour depth, DC dimming, Tempered glass protection
Resolution: FHD+ (1,080 x 2,408)
Chipset: Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4nm)
RAM: 8GB or 12GB dual-channel LPDDR4x + up to 12GB extendable
ROM: 128GB or 256GB UFS 2.2 + 1TB expandable with MicroSD card
OS & UI: Android 14 with OriginOS 4 on top
Rear Camera: Dual Camera (50MP Primary + 2MP Depth Sensor)
Front Camera: 8MP Camera (Centre-aligned hole-punch cutout)
Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Face Unlock
Sensors: Accelerometer, Proximity, Ambient Light, Gyroscope, E-compass
Navigation: GPS, A-GPS, BeiDou, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS
Battery: 6,000 mAh with 44W super fast charging
Connectivity: Dual SIM Dual Standby, 5G, Dual-band WiFi, Hotspot, Bluetooth v5.1, USB 2.0 Type-C, 3.5mm headphone jack
Colour Options: Northern Green, Mystic Black, Star White

iQOO Z9x 5G Price in Nepal and Availability

The iQOO Z9 5G has gone live along with its Turbo variant in select parts of the world including in China. The phone is available in three trims with a price tag starting at CNY 1,199 and going up to CNY 1,499.

It is quite unlikely that the latest Vivo sub-brand offering will make its way here. However, if it does arrive here, we expect the iQOO Z9x 5G price in Nepal to start from NPR 26,499.

iQOO Z9x 5G	Price in China (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
8GB + 128GB	CNY 1,199	NPR 26,499
8GB + 256GB	CNY 1,299	NPR 28,999
12GB + 256GB	CNY 1,499	NPR 33,099

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Microsoft Surface Laptop 6 to come with Snapdragon X Elite processors

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Dip Khatiwada

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April 25, 2024

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Microsoft Surface Laptop 6 to come with Snapdragon X Elite processors

Microsoft’s much-anticipated Surface Laptop 6 is on the brink of its consumer debut, following the recent unveiling of ‘for Business’ models last month. As everyone waits excitedly, Geekbench results give a sneak peek at what consumers can expect. In this article, let’s dive to learn more about the upcoming laptop.

Microsoft Surface Laptop 6 Rumors

Performance

The upcoming consumer version of Surface Laptop 6 surfaced on Geekbench, giving a glimpse of Microsoft’s latest laptop. While the ‘for Business’ iteration hit the market over a month ago, the consumer variant will come with the Snapdragon X Elite (X1E-80-100) chipset. To recall the upcoming X Elite chipset, it features a 12-core CPU, 3.4 GHz of Max turbo frequency, and 42 MB of total cache. Moreover, it is integrated with 45 TOPS NPUs and is paired with 16 GB of LPDDR5x RAM.

Design

Unlike its ‘for Business’ counterpart, the consumer-oriented Surface Laptop 6 is expected to showcase a refreshed design, with thinner bezels surrounding its display. Rumors also suggest the inclusion of a haptic touchpad and an additional USB Type-C port, enhancing both functionality and versatility for users.

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Microsoft Surface Laptop 6 Launch Date

Rumors are rife that Microsoft is gearing up for the official launch of the Surface Laptop 6 on May 20, coinciding with the speculated unveiling of the Surface Pro 10. While no further details about the port display have been disclosed just yet, we expect this device to retain some of those goodies from its predecessor. Till then, stay updated as we will bring every single information about the surface laptop in the upcoming months.

Meanwhile, watch our review of the Honor Magicbook X14

How to Download YouTube Video Offline?

Youtube

GadgetByte

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April 25, 2024

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Digital content has come. As almost every person in the world connected to the internet is consuming digital media from one platform or another, the number of people watching YouTube is also rising significantly. You may not have time to review the internet twenty-four hours a day but still need to watch videos on YouTube. Is it possible to watch videos offline? Is there a guide for YouTube video downloaders for you to download YouTube videos?

Download YouTube Video Offline: Overview

When YouTube was first launched, soon different websites and software appeared to download videos. These YouTube video downloaders have been here for a very long time. In this article, we’ll talk about how to download videos offline, not just YouTube Premium, but also some other platforms.

Using YouTube Premium

YouTube Premium is a paid subscription service. Viewers can watch videos on YouTube without any ads, exclusive content, and offline playback. Also, users can download videos from YouTube directly for offline viewing whenever they want. For $13.99 per month, you have YouTube’s own YouTube Downloader HD. Here’s how to use it:

Login to your YouTube Premium account on a computer browser or in the YouTube app on a smartphone.
Once logged in, play the video that you’d like to save for watching later on without the internet. Look for the Download button. It’s located right next to the Share button. Click on it.
The video will now begin to download. Once downloaded, you can find it in the Download section.
Note that your device needs to be connected to the internet at least 1 time over 30 days. This is for YouTube to ensure that you’re still subscribed to YouTube Premium.

Pros of YouTube Premium

Ad-free to watch videos without a single interruption.
You’re able to download videos on your phone.
You get to enjoy exclusive content like movies, videos, and YouTube Originals after joining the premium subscription.

Cons of YouTube Premium

There are, however, some reasons which may stop you from purchasing a YouTube Premium subscription. We have tried our best to summarise them here:

The subscription fee might be too costly for some users.
YouTube Premium is not yet available in all the countries.
When you download videos, it takes up space. If you have limited storage capacity, this could be concerning.
Despite claiming offline playback as a key feature, there are still some videos that users can not download either due to creator preferences or copyright restrictions.

Use iTubeGo Downloader to Download YouTube Video for Free

Many people don’t want to spend the fee every month. If you only want to download YouTube videos, using a free YouTube video downloader will be much better. iTubeGo steps is a YouTube downloader HD that works not just for YouTube, but for more than 10,000 websites all over the internet.

Here’s how you can use iTubeGo to download videos and watch them offline:

Step 1: Open iTubeGo’s website and download the software. It’s available to download for Windows PC and MacOS.
Step 2: Open YouTube and find the video you want to download. Then, copy the video URL from the address bar.
Step 3: Choose the format of your download.
Step 4: Past the URL and it will download automatically.

Pros and Cons of Using iTubeGo

There are some benefits and disadvantages to using any software or service. The same can be applied to iTubeGo. Let’s have a look at some of the pros of this YouTube downloader HD:

The free version allows you to download videos from YouTube.
If you purchase, there are different options. You may choose between a monthly subscription or lifetime access.
You can download audio and video from more than 10000 websites using iTubeGo’s premium version. The downloads are super fast.
It has an easy interface. Users can download videos without too many clicks.
There is an in-built browser and a video converting tool incorporated into iTubeGo. You can convert your videos to any format.
Windows and MacOS are supported.

There are a few downsides to using iTubeGo as well:

You need to download the software.

Using Online YouTube Downloader

Here we have SSYouTube.one. Downloading videos using this tool is very easy. Open YouTube and copy the URL of the video you’re trying to download. Then go to SSYouTube.one. Paste the URL and hit Download. After analyzing the link, SSYouTube will give you a bunch of options. Click on the Download button in front of the preferred option.

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Using YouTube Video Downloader Chrome Extension

For Chrome users, we have another solution. Chrome allows users to add extensions to their browsers. This helps them get access to many tools swiftly. You can use any software that offers an extension in Chrome to download videos quite easily. It allows ease of access and saves time. One of the more reliable YouTube video downloaders in Chrome is the Video DownloadHelper extension.

Let’s see how we can use it to download videos from YouTube in just a few clicks:

Open Google Chrome’s web store and search for the Video DownloadHelper extension. Alternatively, click here to directly go to the extension page in the web store.
Click on Add to Chrome to add this extension to your browser.
Now, open YouTube and go to the video you had decided to watch offline later on. Then, click on the Video DownloadHelper extension icon in the top right corner. You’ll be presented with a few options:
The options show you various formats and resolutions to choose from. Decide the best for you and click on it to download your video.

Youtube Video Download: Conclusion

One should be able to watch any video whenever they want regardless of the internet connectivity. What good is your phone’s compact storage when you can’t even download videos from YouTube? This is why having a YouTube video downloader at your disposal that’s safe and reliable is very necessary. Although YouTube Premium is the option that’s recommended by YouTube for offline playback and ad-free viewing, there are still better options available. You can choose from free YouTube video downloading websites like SSYouTube or Chrome Webstore extensions like Video Download Helper. But among all of these options is the safest and most reliable option, iTubeGo for downloading YouTube videos. If you end up using iTubeGo, your video downloading prowess will expand from YouTube to countless websites, which will make your life easier.