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China prepares to ban AMD and Intel chips from goverment computers

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China prepares to ban AMD and Intel chips from goverment computers

In a recent geopolitical change, China is on a move to ban the chipset from US companies like AMD and Intel. And following the news, stocks of chipmaking giants Intel and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) took a hit on Monday morning. In this article, let’s dive into discussing the  latest Chinese regulations imposed on US chip manufacturing giants

China Bans AMD and Intel Overview

Chinese Government’s Technology Restrictions

The move comes from the Chinese government’s efforts to restrict foreign technology from its federal computers. This includes operating systems like Microsoft’s Windows and other database software produced overseas. Moreover, Beijing’s push for technological independence, termed xinchuang or “IT application innovation,” is a key component of China’s strategy across military, governmental, and state sectors. State-owned enterprises are mandated to transition to domestic technology providers by 2027, as directed by the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission. Quarterly progress reports on IT system revamps have been initiated, although certain foreign technologies may still be permitted for use.

China brings news regulations

Currently, China has approved eighteen chips for use, all of which are from domestic companies. Among these approved entities are Huawei and state-backed Phytium, both of which are listed on the U.S. trade embargo.

Impact on U.S. Semiconductor Industry

Amidst the ongoing competition with China, the United States government is advancing its investments in chipmaking, with American semiconductor firms reaping the benefits. In parallel, Intel is among the recipients of funds from the CHIPS and Science Act, a $52.7 billion initiative aimed at bolstering domestic chip production. 

Intel cpu

Domestic Alternatives

The Chinese industry ministry, in late December, released a statement outlining three separate lists of CPUs, operating systems, and centralized databases deemed “safe and reliable” for a three-year period, all sourced from Chinese companies.

Market Response in the US

Initially, Intel’s stock dropped by about 3% when markets opened on Monday, with AMD also experiencing a 1% decline. However, by mid-morning, Intel managed to recover slightly, trading down only 2%, while AMD remained unchanged.

China bans AMD and Intel Conclusion

Although this move as understood only applies to government-related computers, this regulation could play an intensifying role in the China-US geopolitical landscape.

  • Meanwhile, watch our review of Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra

Lenovo Legion Go launched in Nepal with Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip and 16GB RAM

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Lenovo Legion Go launched in Nepal with Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip and 16GB RAM

Lenovo entered the handheld gaming console arena with the “Legion Go”. This Windows handheld gaming console features unique capabilities like detachable controllers. With this, the Legion Go joins competitors such as the Asus ROG Ally, Steam Deck, and more. And this gaming gear is finally officially available in Nepal. In this article, we will discuss the Lenovo Legion Go and its features, specifications, availability, and official price in Nepal.

Lenovo Legion Go Overview:

Design and Display: Inspired by the Nintendo Switch

The Lenovo Legion Go introduces an 8.8-inch QHD+ IPS LCD panel. The panel supports a 144Hz refresh rate, 500 nits of peak brightness, and a 97% DCI-P3 color gamut. Featuring a 16:10 aspect ratio and a 10-point touch screen, this “Lenovo PureSight Gaming Display” delivers intuitive controls. And it’s pretty easy to see that Lenovo was inspired by Nintendo Switch‘s design here.

In terms of physical characteristics, the Lenovo Legion Go stands out due to its bulkier and heavier build compared to modern handhelds, weighing 854 grams with the controller. Or 640 grams without. It features extra keys on the back and side, a scroll wheel, two mouse buttons, and an “FPS” button. The Legion Go is available in the Shadow Black color option.

Performance and Memory

Powering this handheld is an AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor (the same one you’d find on the ROG Ally). It is offered with up to 16GB LPDDR5X (7500 Mhz) RAM, up to 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 2242 SSD storage, and includes a micro SD slot for expanding storage capacity. Likewise, the device runs on Windows 11 while Lenovo says this handheld can reach a peak of 25W of TGP in custom mode.

Cooling mechanism

Lenovo Legion Go cooling systemAccording to the company, the Legion Go’s fan can keep this thing at less than 25dB Quiet Mode. To cool things down, the Legion Go features a 79-bade fan and a couple of exhaust vents.

I/O and Connectivity

Moving on, the Lenovo Legion Go comes with detachable “TrueStrike” controllers, providing flexibility for different playstyles. It also has dual USB Type-C ports, allowing to charge the device and connect accessories simultaneously. These ports support DisplayPort 1.4 and Power Delivery 3.0.

Lenovo Legion Go detachable controllers

Likewise, for additional connectivity, it offers WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2. Other than this, it has a six-axis gyroscope, a couple of 2-watt speakers, an integrated trackpad, a large D-pad, an angled mouse wheel, and a total of 10 mappable shoulder buttons, triggers, and grip buttons. Furthermore, the back of the device features a built-in kickstand too.

Battery and Charging

Powering the console is a 49.2 Wh battery that supports 65W charging. Additionally, the Lenovo Legion Go includes Super Rapid Charge technology, allowing the battery to quickly reach a 70% charge in just 30 minutes. Each controller is equipped with a 900 mAh capacity.

There’s also a power bypass mode that safeguards the battery from unnecessary wear and tear while simultaneously reducing the typical heat generated during operation.

Legion Space

Moving on, the Legion Go features a custom “Legion Space” hub that lets users access all their installed games in one place. You can also go through game platforms and stores or purchase new ones via the Legion Game Store in partnership with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. Other than this, the Legion Space is where you can adjust settings like resolution, refresh rate, brightness, and more.

Lenovo Legion Go Specifications:

  • Body (controllers attached): 299 x 131 x 41mm, 854 gm
  • Display: 8.8-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600) IPS touchscreen, 16:10 aspect ratio, 144Hz refresh rate, 97% DCI-P3 gamut, 50 0nits peak brightness
  • Processor: AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme CPU with AMD Radeon Graphics
  • Memory: 16GB LPDDR5X RAM (7500 MHz) on board (not upgradable)
  • Storage: 512GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 2242 (expandable)
  • Operating System: Windows 11
  • Battery: 2-cell 49.2Wh, 900mAh per controller
  • Connectivity: WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2
  • Audio: 2x 2W Speakers, Dual-array near-field microphone
  • Ports: 3.5mm audio combo jack, 2 x USB Type-C (USB 4.0, DisplayPort 1.4, Power Delivery 3.0), 1 x microSD card reader
  • Color: Shadow Black

Lenovo Legion Go Price in Nepal and Availability

The official Lenovo Legion Go price in Nepal is NPR 119,000. You can purchase this handheld gaming console from ITTI and other authorized stores in Nepal.

Gaming Console Price in Nepal (Official)
Lenovo Legion Go, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD NPR 119,000

 

Xiaomi TV S Mini LED series launched in 55″, 65″, and 75″ options

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Xiaomi TV S Mini LED series launched in 55″, 65″, and 75″ options

Xiaomi is broadening its range of S series Mini LED TVs. Recently, the company unveiled 55 and 65-inch models, and now it has introduced a larger 75-inch version. Let’s dive into discussing the latest Xiaomi TV S mini LED series in more detail, including its expected price in Nepal, specifications, and more.

Xiaomi TV S Mini LED Series Overview

Display

Xiaomi TV S mini LED Display

This new TV boasts a Mini LED display, delivering exceptional visual quality akin to OLED but with fewer drawbacks. In addition, the Xiaomi TV S75 comes with a sharp 4K resolution, 144Hz refresh rate and 1200nits. This latest Xiaomi TV supports more than 1.07 billion colors with ΔE≈2 color accuracy and 94% DCI-P3 color gamut.

Audio and Connectivity

Xiaomi S series combines a 25W stereo sound system with Dolby Vision and Atmos technologies. There is also the incorporation of HDMI 2.1 enabling gaming features like low latency and support for high frame rates. Furthermore, users can also access the internet on Xiaomi‘s TV S Mini LED as it comes with Wi-Fi 6 support.

Performance

A73 processor

The Xiaomi TV S Mini LED series is powered by a Cortex A73 quad-core CPU, and for graphics, it has a Mali-G52 (2EE) MC1 GPU. It also comes with a 4GB+64GB memory option. Additionally, the TV runs on Xiaomi’s latest HyperOS operating system.

Xiaomi TV S Mini LED series Specifications

  • Display: 
    • Size: 55’,65’,75’ HDR10+, IMAX Enhanced, Dolby Vision Atmos
    • Resolution: 4K (3840 × 2160 pixels) 
    • Brightness: 1200 nits
  • Color Accuracy: ΔE≈2 and 94% DCI-P3 Color Gamut
  • Processor: Quad Core Cortex A73 CPU
  • Memory: 4GB RAM, 64GB storage
  • OS: HyperOS
  • Connectivity: WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, HDMI 2.1 x 2 , HDMI 2.0, USB 2.0, USB 3.0
  • Speaker & Audio: Stereo speakers, Dolby Audio

Xiaomi TV S Mini LED Series Price in Nepal and Availability

The Xiaomi TV S Mini LED series launched in China at the starting price of CNY 2,399. We expect the price of the Xiaomi TV S Mini LED series to start at NPR 53,935, if and when it launches in Nepal.

Xiaomi TV S Mini LED Price (Official) Price in Nepal (Expected)
55” CNY 2,399 NPR 53,935
65” CNY 2,999 NPR 63,674
75” CNY 3,999 NPR 84,905 

  • Meanwhile, watch our review of Galaxy A55

Poco C61 announced — a Redmi A3 rebrand

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Poco C61 announced — a Redmi A3 rebrand

Poco, a sub-brand of Xiaomi has announced a “new” phone. This phone is a repackaging of the Redmi A3 which launched a while earlier. Let’s go ahead and discuss more on the Poco C61 including its expected price in Nepal.

Poco C61 Overview

Design and Display

As I have noted earlier, the Poco C61 is a reskin of the Redmi A3 and the design of the phone is almost the same as well. Given that, It comes in flat frames with a large centre-aligned circular camera island on the back. The Poco C61 also ships in the same three colours as the Redmi A3: Green, Blue, and Black. The green variant of the Redmi phone was available in a leather finish. However, that is not the case for the Poco offering — all the colour options ship with a glass back.

Poco C61 Design

A 6.71-inch screen greets you on the front with a Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection. Moreover, the panel here is an LCD with HD+ resolution. In addition, it offers you a refresh rate of 90Hz, a touch sampling rate of 180Hz, and a peak brightness of 500 nits.

Performance

Under the hood, you get the MediaTek Helio G36 chipset, which is about a year old at this point. You see this processor in the Redmi A3 as well. It is an octa-core processor that comes with 12nm fabrication, and a peak clock speed of 2.2 GHz.

MediaTek Helio G36 SoC

The Poco C61 got rid of the 3GB memory option which was available in its Redmi counterpart. Given that, it comes in two configurations altogether — 4GB + 64GB, and 6GB + 128GB. You can expand the storage to 1TB via a MicroSD card when you require more storage on your phone. Similarly, you can also virtually extend the RAM On the software front, it boots on the stock Android 14.

Camera and the rest

An 8MP camera leads the optics department on the Poco C61. It is coupled with an “AI Camera”, which serves no purpose except for the phone’s aesthetics. Meanwhile, on the front, you get a 5MP shooter.

Poco C61 Features

In the tank, you get a 5,000 mAh battery which is pretty standard in 2024. You get dual SIM, 4G LTE, WiFi 5, and Bluetooth v5.4 for wireless connectivity. On the other hand, you get USB Type-C and a 3.5mm headphone jack for wired connections.

Poco C61 Specifications

  • Design: Monotone design with plastic body and glass back
  • Dimensions: 168.40 mm x 76.30 mm x 8.30 mm
  • Weight: 199 grams
  • Display: 6.71” LCD Panel, 90Hz refresh rate, 180Hz touch sampling rate, 500 nits peak brightness, Corning Gorilla Glass 3
  • Resolution: HD+ (720 x 1,650)
  • Chipset: Octa-core MediaTek Helio G36 (12nm)
  • RAM: 4GB or 6GB + 4GB extendable
  • ROM: 64GB or 128GB + 1 TB expandable with MicroSD card
  • OS: Android 14
  • Rear Camera: Dual Camera (8MP Primary + AI Camera of unspecified resolution)
  • Front Camera: 5MP Camera (Centre-aligned hole-punch cutout)
  • Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Face Unlock
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, Electronic Compass
  • Navigation: GPS, AGPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, GALILEO
  • Battery: 5,000 mAh Lithium Polymer with Quick Charging
  • Connectivity: Dual SIM, 4G LTE, WiFi 5, Hotspot, Bluetooth v5.4, USB Type-C, 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Colour Options: Mystical Green, Ethereal Blue, Diamond Dust Black

Poco C61 Price in Nepal and Availability

The Poco C61 will be up for sale from 28 March 2024 in India for a starting price of INR 8,999. If and when it arrives here, we expect the Poco C61 price in Nepal to be NPR 14,999.

Poco C61 Price in India (Official) Price in Nepal (Expected)
4GB + 64GB INR 8,999 NPR 14,999
6GB + 128GB INR 9,999 NPR 16,999
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024) is here, again with an Exynos chip

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024) is here, again with an Exynos chip

Samsung launched the original Galaxy Tab S6 Lite in 2020 and later reiterated it after two years. Now, they are once again updating this tablet for 2024. Words were already out that the upgrades on the latest iteration would be minimal. Let’s look deeper at the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024), including its expected price in Nepal.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024) Overview

Design and Display

The tablet carries the same design as its previous versions. As such, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024) comes in a metallic body with a matte finish. In the meantime, it has a squircle camera cutout on the top corner while the rest of the body has company branding and other texts. This tablet ships in three colours: Grey, Mint, and Pink.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024) Colours

Moving on to the screen, you get a TFT panel that stretches 10.4 inches diagonally. The screen on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024) is WUXGA+ in resolution with a colour depth of 16 million. Even though the company website does not mention this, we can still tell that the refresh rate on this thing will be 60Hz. Other than that, we do not have additional information on the screen capabilities.

Processor

Samsung does not mention outright the chipset the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024) is running on. However, they do specify that it is an octa-core processor with peak clock speeds of 2.4GHz and 2.0GHz depending on the type of core. Based on that information, and preexisting rumour, the processor does indeed appear to be the Samsung Exynos 1280 chipset.

Exynos 1280

Previously, we got the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite. Comparing both the chipsets on Nanoreview, we can see that Samsung’s silicon is slightly better than the Snapdragon processor in almost all aspects. However, Exynos has issues of its own like not being well-optimised, heating, and such. Anyhoo, the South Korean tech giant is opting for its in-house chips as much as possible. So, it is what it is.

Besides that, you get 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage on this tablet. Moreover, you expand the storage up to 1TB with a MicroSD card.

Camera and the rest

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024) comes with an 8MP camera on the back while a 5MP shooter handles the front. Moreover, you get a 7,040 mAh battery in the tank. It also comes with a dual speaker setup with AKG Harman tuning for the audio. Additionally, you also get a 3.5mm headphone jack if you want to keep the audio to yourself.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024) Stand

This tablet comes in both LTE as well as WiFi-only variants. You also get Bluetooth v5.3 for further wireless connectivity. Other than that, it comes with S-pen support, security with Samsung Knox, and access to the Samsung Galaxy Ecosystem.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024) Specifications

  • Design: Monotone design with matte finish
  • Dimensions: 244.50 mm x 154.30 mm x 7.00 mm
  • Weight: 467 grams
  • Display: 10.40” TFT LCD Panel, 60Hz refresh rate, 16M colour depth
  • Resolution: WUXGA+ (1,200 x 2,000)
  • Chipset: Octa-core Samsung Exynos 1280 (5nm)
  • RAM: 4GB
  • ROM: 64GB + 1 TB expandable with MicroSD card
  • OS: Android 14 with OneUI 6.1
  • Rear Camera: 8MP
  • Front Camera: 5MP
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, Motion, Hall, RGB Light
  • Navigation: GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, GALILEO, QZSS
  • Battery: 7040 mAh
  • Connectivity: 4G LTE (Optional), WiFi 5, Bluetooth 5.3, USB 2.0 Type-C, 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Colour Options: Grey, Mint, Pink

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024) Price in Nepal and Availability

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2022) was launched for NPR 52,999. The tablet was later hiked by NPR 2,000 in price. Taking that into consideration, we expect the 2024 iteration of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite price in Nepal to be NPR 55,999.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024) Price in Nepal (Expected)
4/64GB with LTE NPR 55,999

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Noise Accessories Price in Nepal [Updated]

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Noise Accessories Price in Nepal [Updated]

After the launch of the boAt, another popular Indian accessory brand has stepped its foot in the Nepali market. It is none other than Noise, primarily known for its smartwatches but sells other smart wearables products as well. In this article, we will be discussing the specs, features, and official prices of Noise Accessories Nepal.

Noise Brand Overview:

As mentioned earlier, Noise is an accessory brand based in India. The company has a humble beginning tracing back to 2014. Two brothers, Amit, and Gaurav Khatri started Noise by selling smartphone covers. However, upon realizing the growing market for smartphone accessories, Noise expanded its portfolio to include smartwatches, TWS earbuds, and other smart wearables in 2018.

Even in a competitive market like India, Noise has been exceptionally well, especially in the smartwatch segment. It was announced as India’s number 1 smartwatch brand for the year 2021 by IDC, having reserved the top spot for seven consecutive quarters. Likewise, Counterpoint Research recognized Noise as the number 9 smartwatch brand globally in the same year.

Noise In Nepal

Noise has now entered Nepal with Triveni Group as its authorized distributor in Nepal. Triveni is not a new player in the accessory market having handled Anker’s business across Nepal. In addition, it also looks after Vivo in the western part of Nepal.

Noise Smartwatches Price in Nepal

Noise ColorFit Ultra 2

Noise ColorFit Ultra 2

  • Body: 44 x 36.5 x 10.6 mm, Stainless steel, 52 grams
  • Strap: Silicone (22mm)
  • Display: 1.78-inch AMOLED, 368 x 448
  • Durability: IP68
  • Sensors: Optical Heart Rate, Accelerometer
  • Sports mode: 60+ sports modes
  • Battery: 180mAh cell (up to 7 days)
  • Charging: 2 hour
  • Price in Nepal: Rs. 9,799

Noise Evolve 2

NoiseFit Evolve 2

  • Body: 258 x 45 x 12 mm, Polycarbonate, 38.5 grams
  • Strap: Silicone (20mm)
  • Display: 1.2-inch AMOLED, 390 x 390
  • Durability: 3ATM
  • Sensors: Optical Heart Rate, Accelerometer
  • Sports mode: 13 sports modes
  • Battery: 200mAh cell (up to 7 days)
  • Charging: 1.5 hour
  • Price in Nepal: Rs. 8,799

Noise ColorFit Ultra

Noise ColorFit Ultra

Specifications:

  • Body: 46.6 x 38.6 x 11.9 mm, Stainless steel, 47 grams
  • Strap: Silicone (22mm)
  • Display: 1.75-inch LCD, 320 x 385
  • Durability: IP68
  • Sensors: Optical Heart Rate, Accelerometer
  • Sports mode: 60 sports modes
  • Battery: 300mAh cell (up to 9 days)
  • Charging: 2 hour
  • Price in Nepal: Rs. 6,999

Noise ColorFit Grand

Noise ColorFit Pulse Grand

Specifications:

  • Body: 43.7 x 35.9 x 11.4 mm, Polycarbonate, 36.8 grams
  • Strap: Silicone (22mm)
  • Display: 1.69-inch LCD (240 x 280 pixels)
  • Durability: IP68
  • Sensors: Optical Heart Rate, SpO2 monitoring, Accelerometer
  • Sports mode: 60 sports modes
  • Battery: 260mAh cell (up to 7 days)
  • Charging: 2.5 hours
  • Price in Nepal: Rs. 5,299

Noise ColorFit Pulse

Noise ColorFit Pulse

Specifications:

  • Body: 43.7 x 35.9 x 11.4 mm, Polycarbonate, 36.8 grams
  • Strap: Silicone (19mm)
  • Display: 1.4-inch LCD (240 x 240 pixels)
  • Durability: IP68
  • Sports mode: 8 sports modes
  • Battery: 210mAh cell (up to 10 days)
  • Charging: 2.5 hour
  • Price in Nepal: Rs. 4,999

Audio Accessories

Noise Air Buds Mini

Noise Air Buds Mini

Specifications:

  • Drivers: 14.2mm driver
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0 (10m range)
  • Codecs: SBS
  • Battery Backup: up to 15 hours
  • Charging Time: 1.5 hours
  • Noise Cancellation: No
  • Durability: IPX4
  • Charging interface: USB-C
  • Price in Nepal: Rs. 2,999

Noise Flair

Noise Flair

Specifications:

  • Driver: 10mm
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0 (10m), Auto-pairing
  • Music Time: 35hours (at 70% volume)
  • Charging Time: 40 minutes (8 minutes ~ 8 hour playback)
  • Water Resistance: Yes, IPX5 Rating
  • Price in Nepal: Rs. 3,999

Noise Sense

Noise Sense

Specifications:

  • Driver: 10mm
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0 (10m), Auto-pairing
  • Music Time: 25hours (at 70% volume)
  • Charging Time: 8 minutes ~ 8 hours playback
  • Water Resistance: Yes, IPX5 Rating
  • Price in Nepal: Rs. 2,499

Noise Accessories Price in Nepal [Updated 2024]

SN  Noise Accessories  Price in Nepal
Smartwatch 
1. Noise ColorFit Ultra 2 Rs. 9,799
2. Noise Evolve 2 Rs. 8,799
3. Noise ColorFit Ultra Rs. 6,999
4. Noise ColorFit Grand Rs. 5,299
5. Noise ColorFit Pulse Rs. 4,999
Audio Accessories 
1. Noise Air Buds Mini Rs. 2,999
2. Noise Flair Rs. 3,999
3. Noise Sense Rs. 2,499

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Lava launches the “Real Fastest Phone in the Segment” — O2

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Lava launches the “Real Fastest Phone in the Segment” — O2

Lava is here with a “new” phone, which as per the company is the “Real Fastest Phone in the Segment”. Keeping the marketing statement aside, this phone is a mere repackaging of the Lava Yuva 3 Pro at a slightly cheaper price. Anyhoo, let’s get into further details of the Lava O2 including its expected price in Nepal.

Lava O2 Overview

Design and Display

As I mentioned earlier, the Lava O2 is the same phone as the Lava Yuva 3 Pro. These two phones are similar down to the teeth. This stands true even in the phone’s design and colours. That being said, it comes in a flat design with the camera island covering the top corner on the back. Meanwhile, the back of this phone features an AG glass layering. The Lava O2 ships in Imperial Green, Majestic Purple, and Royal Gold colour options.

Lava O2 Design

Moving on to the front, you get a 6.5-inch screen with an LCD panel. The display comes in HD+ resolution while offering a 90Hz refresh rate. Other than that, it is also capable of displaying 16 million colours.

Performance

Under the helm of Lava O2 is the UNISOC T616. This processor is over three years old at this point. Despite that, the company boasts that it outdoes the likes of the MediaTek Helio G36 and even the G85 by a respectable margin. However, AnTuTu scores don’t paint the entire picture. This is why you still cannot expect the phone to give you a great performance. Just enough to get you by, under normal usage.

Lava O2 Performance

Additional hardware on this phone includes an 8GB RAM and 128GB ROM. This is on the lower end by 2024 standards, which is why you get expandability options on the Lava O2. This means that you can virtually double the RAM while the storage can be expanded up to 512GB with a MicroSD card. On the software front, the phone boots on Android 13 with no ads or bloatware.

Camera and the rest

The Lava O2 houses two cameras on the back, the primary of which is a 50MP sensor. Meanwhile, you also get a measly auxiliary unit that the company just labels “AI”. This suggests that this lens is nothing but a decor. On the other end, you get an 8MP shooter that also doubles down as a face scanner.

Lava O2 Camera

In the tank, this phone packs a 5,000 mAh battery while supporting 18W fast charging. It comes with dedicated slots for two SIM cards while offering 4G connectivity. Additionally, you also get dual-band WiFi and Bluetooth 5.0 support. The Lava O2 has a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for further security. Lastly, it comes with the beloved 3.5mm headphone jack.

Lava O2 Specifications

  • Design: Monotone design with plastic body and AG glass back
  • Dimensions: 165.00 mm x 76.10 mm x 8.70 mm
  • Weight: 200 grams
  • Display: 6.5” LCD Panel, 90Hz refresh rate, 16M colour depth, 269 PPI pixel density
  • Resolution: HD+ (720 x 1,600)
  • Chipset: Octa-core UNISOC T616 (12nm)
  • RAM: 8GB + 8GB extendable
  • ROM: 128GB UFS 2.2 + 512GB expandable with MicroSD card
  • OS: Android 13
  • Rear Camera: Dual Camera (50MP Primary + AI Camera of unspecified resolution)
  • Front Camera: 8MP Camera (Centre-aligned hole-punch cutout)
  • Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor (0.3 seconds), Face Unlock (0.86 seconds)
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, Proximity, Ambient Light
  • Navigation: Yes
  • Battery: 5,000 mAh Lithium Polymer cell with 18W super fast charging
  • Connectivity: Dual SIM, 4G, Dual-band WiFi, Hotspot, Bluetooth v5.0, USB Type-C, 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Colour Options: Imperial Green, Majestic Purple, Royal Gold

Lava O2 Price in Nepal and Availability

The phone has already been announced and the sale is set to start from noon on 27 March 2024. Its price is set at INR 8,499 while you can get it at an introductory price of INR 7,999. When this phone arrives here, we expect the Lava O2 price in Nepal to be NPR 14,499.

Lava Smartphone Price in India (Official) Price in Nepal (Expected)
O2 INR 8,499 NPR 14,499
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Apple’s 14″ MacBook Pro (2023) with M2 Pro/Max drops in price!

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Apple’s 14″ MacBook Pro (2023) with M2 Pro/Max drops in price!

Following months of rumors, Apple announced the new MacBook Pro (2023) lineup back in January 2023. Offered in 14” and 16” variants, both of them are powered by the company’s M2 Pro and M2 Max chipsets. Alongside the 16″, the M2 14″ MacBook Pro has also arrived in Nepal. Here, we will go through the specs, features, availability, and official price of the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) in Nepal. 

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (2023) Overview:

New M2 Pro, M2 Max

To begin, the new 14-inch MacBook Pro is available with the latest M2 Pro and M2 Max processors. Both are built on second-generation 5nm process technology, which is said to offer incredible pro performance while also delivering industry-leading power efficiency.

Here, the M2 Pro chip has a 10- or 12-core CPU offering up to 20% more performance than the M1 Pro. Whereas, the GPU in M2 Pro can be configured with up to 19 cores—three more than the GPU in M1 Pro—which delivers 30% faster graphics speeds. According to Apple, the MacBook Pro with M2 Pro can process images in Adobe Photoshop up to 40% faster than the M1 Pro and up to 80% faster than the MacBook Pro with an Intel Core i9 processor.

Apple M2 Pro and M2 Max Silicon

The M2 Max chip, on the other hand, features a 12-core CPU that is 20% faster than the M1 Max Chip. And it has up to 38-core GPU delivering graphics performance gains of up to 30%. Apple says that with the M2 Max chip, the new MacBook Pro 14 (2023) is up to 6x faster than the fastest Intel-based MacBook Pro for some tasks.

The new silicons also offer updated memory configurations, with the M2 Pro having 16GB and 32GB options and the M2 Max having 32GB, 64GB, and 96GB options. To compare, previous models max out at 64GB with an M1 Max chip.

However, the memory bandwidth for the M2 Pro and M2 Max remains unchanged from their predecessors, at 200GB/s and 400GB/s, respectively. Likewise, you can choose up to 8TB of storage, with 512GB being the minimum. 

Connectivity

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (2023) Ports

Aside from the chipset upgrade, the MacBook Pro 14 (2023) now has better connectivity options. It comes with Wi-Fi 6E support for faster wireless connectivity, and HDMI has been upgraded to 2.1 standards, supporting up to 8K at 60Hz and 4K at 240Hz. Other connectivity options include three Thunderbolt 4 ports, one SDXC card slot, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Design, Display

Apple hasn’t made any significant design changes to the new model. That is, you get an aluminum body that is 8.71 inches thick and weighs around 1.6kg, which is nearly the same as its predecessor. There is no change in terms of the display either, with a 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR screen and a resolution of 3024 x 1964 pixels.

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (2023) Display

The screen has a typical brightness of 1000 nits, which peaks at 1600 nits when watching HDR content. And, as expected, Apple has not missed out on the 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate. Other display features include the standard 1-billion-color, P3 color gamut, and True Tone support.

Others

Furthermore, you get a 1080p webcam for video calls on the MacBook Pro 14 (2023). And it comes with a set of high-fidelity six-speaker sound systems for audio. When it comes to the battery, it is powered by a 70Wh Li-Po battery that can last up to 18 hours of movie playback. The M2 Pro variant with a 10-core CPU comes with a 67W adapter for charging, while the rest of the configuration gets a 96W adapter.

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (2023) Specifications:

  • Dimension: 0.61H x 12.31W x 8.71D-inches, 1.6kg
  • Display: 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR, mini-LED, 120Hz ProMotion, 1600 nits peak brightness, Wide Color (P3), 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio
  • Resolution: 3024 x 1964 pixels (Close to 16:10 aspect ratio), 254 PPI
  • Chip: Apple M2 Pro / M2 Max (5nm)
  • CPU: 10/12-core (M2 Pro), 12-core (M2 Max)
  • GPU: 16/19-core (M2 Pro), 30/38-core (M2 Max)
  • RAM: Up to 32GB (M2 Pro) / Up to 96GB RAM (M2 Max)
  • Storage: Up to 8TB SSD
  • OS: macOS Ventura
  • Keyboard: Backlit Magic Keyboard
  • Webcam: 1080p FaceTime HD camera
  • Ports: 3x USB-C Thunderbolt 4, 1x 3.5mm headphone jack, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x SDXC, 1x MagSafe 3
  • Connectivity: WiFi 6E (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), Bluetooth 5.3
  • Battery: 70Whr LiPo, 67/96W USB-C power adapter
  • Color Options: Space Grey, Silver
  • Read the full specifications of the Macbook Pro 14 with M2 chips here. 

Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) Price in Nepal and Availability

Here in Nepal, the price of Apple’s MacBook Pro 14 (2023) starts at NPR 295,000 for the base M2 Pro variant (not available anymore). Going all the way up to NPR 470,000 for the M2 Max model with 12-core CPU, 30-core GPU, 32GB unified memory, and 1TB SSD. You can buy Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) in Nepal at the official price from authorized stores like Hukut.

Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) Price in Nepal Availability
M2 Pro, 10-core CPU, 16-core GPU, 16GB unified memory, 512GB SSD NPR 295,000 Hukut (Unavailable)
M2 Pro, 12-core CPU, 19-core GPU, 16GB unified memory, 1TB SSD NPR 375,000 Hukut Store
M2 Max, 12-core CPU, 30-core GPU, 32GB unified memory, 1TB SSD NPR 470,000
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the MacBook Air M2.

OnePlus Ace 3V launches as the first phone to have the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3

Dip Khatiwada
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OnePlus Ace 3V launches as the first phone to have the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3

OnePlus launched the Ace 3 just a few months ago. With a few more phones up in their pipeline, they have introduced the OnePlus Ace 3V! This phone is a lower variant of the Ace 3 I mentioned earlier. That is not its highlighting feature though! Let’s just discuss the OnePlus Ace 3V in further detail including its expected price in Nepal, shall we?

OnePlus Ace 3V Overview

Design and Display

The OnePlus Ace 3V comes in a monotone design with 2.8D micro-arc curved glass on the back. This is just a fancy way of saying the phone’s back features a slightly curved glass. Other than that, it has a pill-shaped camera island aligned to the left side when facing it. Moreover, the OnePlus Ace 3V boasts IP65 dust and water resistance while shipping in Magic Purple Silver and Titanium Grey colour options.

OnePlus Ace 3V Design

On the front, you are getting a 6.74-inch AMOLED panel. It is a 2.5D screen, once again meaning, it is ever so slightly curved near the edges. Furthermore, it has a 1.5K resolution, and 450 PPI pixel density, while covering 100% DCI-P3 colour gamut. Meanwhile, the refresh rate on this screen goes up to 120Hz and the brightness peaks at 2,150 nits. Additionally, for a comfortable viewing experience, it also comes with 1 pulse DC dimming and up to 2,160Hz high-frequency PWM dimming.

Performance

The processor on this phone is surely the highlighting feature of this phone. OnePlus Ace 3V is the first phone to feature the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 chipset. What’s so special about that? Well! This chip introduced on-device generative AI capabilities in a midrange space. In the meantime, it also has a similar architecture to the flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 3! The bottom line is — it should give you a great performance.

OnePlus Ace 3V Performance

On top of that, you get LPDDR5X RAM of up to 16GB while the OnePlus Ace 3V comes with up to 512GB UFS 4.0 for storage. It comes in three configurations in total: 12GB+256GB, 12GB+512GB, and 16GB+512GB. Moreover, it also features a 9140mm² heat dissipation system to maintain optimum performance. Talking of the software, it boots on the ColorOS 14.0 based on Android 14.

Camera and the rest

The OnePlus Ace 3V comes with a decent enough selection of cameras. The primary shooter here is a 50MP unit with the Sony IMX882 sensor. Additionally, it offers OIS support along with 20 times digital zoom. The supporting camera here is an 8MP ultrawide camera with a 112° field of view. Moving on to the front, it comes with a sole 16MP shooter.

OnePlus Ace 3V Camera

Powering the phone is a 5,500 mAh battery with support for 100W SUPERVOOC charging. Other than that, the OnePlus Ace 3V comes with dual SIM 5G cellular, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, five-way navigation with A-GNSS, and NFC support for wireless connectivity. Additionally, you also get dual speakers as well as dual microphones handling the audio. Meanwhile, it packs an X-axis linear motor which should give you a premium haptic experience.

OnePlus Ace 3V Specifications

  • Design: Monotone design with 2.8D micro-arc curved glass back, IP65 rated
  • Dimensions: 162.70 mm x 75.20 mm x 8.47 mm
  • Weight: ~200 grams
  • Display: 6.74” AMOLED Panel, 2.5D curved, 450 PPI pixel density, 120Hz refresh rate, 2150 nits peak brightness, 1.07B color depth, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, 1 pulse DC dimming, 2160Hz PWM dimming
  • Resolution: 1.5K (1,240 x 2,772)
  • Chipset: Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 (4nm)
  • RAM: 12GB or 16GB LPDDR5X
  • ROM: 256GB or 512GB UFS 4.0
  • OS & UI: Android 14 with ColorOS 14.0 on top
  • Rear Camera: Dual Camera (50MP Primary with Sony IMX882 OIS sensor + 8MP Ultrawide)
  • Front Camera: 16MP Camera (Centre-aligned hole-punch cutout)
  • Security: In-display fingerprint sensor, Face Unlock
  • Sensors: Geomagnetic induction, proximity, acceleration, gravity, under-screen light, gyroscope
  • Navigation: GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS + A-GNSS
  • Battery: 5,500 mAh dual cell with 100W super fast charging
  • Connectivity: Dual SIM, Dual 5G, WiFi 6, Hotspot, Bluetooth v5.4, NFC, USB Type-C
  • Colour Options: Magic Purple Silver, Titanium Grey

OnePlus Ace 3V Price in Nepal and Availability

The smartphone launched on 21 March 2024 and is available in its home country for booking. The official sale will start on April Fool’s Day and starts at the price tag of CNY 1,999 for the base 12GB + 256GB trim.

Since it is an “Ace” series offering, it will not reach outside the Chinese borders. However, it will likely be rebranded as the OnePlus Nord 4 or “Nord 5”, if you will. Anyway, if this handset ever arrives here, we expect the OnePlus Ace 3V price in Nepal to start at NPR 44,499.

OnePlus Ace 3V Price in China (Official) Price in Nepal (Expected)
12GB + 512GB CNY 1,999 NPR 44,499
12GB + 512GB CNY 2,299 NPR 51,099
16GB + 512GB CNY 2,599 NPR 57,999
  • Meanwhile, check out our Samsung Galaxy A35 review video:

Vivo T3 5G goes official with Dimensity 7200 chipset and 50MP Sony IMX882 sensor

Raizel Tandukar
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Vivo T3 5G goes official with Dimensity 7200 chipset and 50MP Sony IMX882 sensor

Not long after releasing the Vivo T30 series, a new Vivo phone has made an official appearance — a follow-up to the Vivo T2 which launched last year. We are talking about the latest mid-range from the company, the Vivo T3 5G.  In this article, we will discuss all known of the Vivo T3 5G, including its price in Nepal, specifications, and availability.

Vivo T3 5G Overview

Design and Display

Weighing only 185g, the Vivo T3 has a glass front, plastic/silicone polymer (eco-leather) back, and plastic frame. It is available in two colors: Crystal Flake and Cosmic Blue.

Vivo T3 5G Display and Design

The Vivo T3 5G flaunts a 6.67-inch FHD+ screen on the front. The panel here is an AMOLED with a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak local brightness of 1,800 nits. Other than that, the phone also come with IP54 water and dust resistance.

Performance

For performance, it relies on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 chipset. This is the same silicon that was featured in the Vivo T2 Pro. Moreover, the chip comes with 4nm fabrication and 2.8GHz peak clock speed.

In the meantime, the Vivo T3 5G comes in a sole 8GB memory variant with virtual RAM doubling capability. On the other hand, you get two storage options at 128GB and 256GB with up to 1TB of expansion support. Moreover,  the Vivo T3 phone boots on Android 14 with FunTouch 14 OS on top of it.

Camera and the rest

This time around, Vivo is offering three cameras on the T3 5G — the primary of which is a 50MP shooter with a Sony IMX882 sensor. The main camera has an aperture of f/1.79 and offers OIS and 4K video recording at 30fps. In addition, you get two more cameras that are more or less just decors. The first one here is a 2MP depth Camera, and the other is a Flicker Sensor which is supposed to help in capturing a still image of a flickering subject. Meanwhile, the front camera is a 16MP shooter that sits under a hole-punch cutout.

Vivo T3 5G Camera

The rest of the hardware includes a 5,000 mAh cell with 44W FlashCharge support. Additionally, you get a dual speaker setup on the phone. The phone has 5G cellular and comes with dual-band WiFi, and Bluetooth support for further wireless connectivity.

Vivo T3 5G Specifications

  • Design: Glass front, plastic or silicone polymer (eco-leather) back, plastic frame
  • Ingress Protection: IP54-rated
  • Weight: 185.50 grams (Cosmic Blue), 188 grams (Crystal Flake)
  • Display: 6.67” AMOLED Panel, 120Hz refresh rate, 1800 nits
  • Resolution: FHD+
  • Chipset: Octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 7200 (4nm)
  • RAM: 8GB + 8GB extendable
  • ROM: 128GB / 256GB + 1 TB expandable with MicroSD card
  • OS & UI: Android 14 with FunTouch OS on top
  • Rear Camera: 50MP Sony IMX882 Primary + 2M Pdepth Camera
  • Front Camera: 16MP Camera (Centre-aligned hole-punch cutout)
  • Battery: 5,000 mAh cell with 44W super fast charging
  • Connectivity: 5G, Dual-band WiFi, Hotspot, Bluetooth, USB Type-C
  • Color Options: Crystal Flake, Cosmic Blue

Vivo T3 5G Price and Availability

The Vivo T3 5G is officially priced at INR 19,999 for the base variant, while the upper variant costs INR 21,999. Though not confirmed yet, the Vivo T3 5G price in Nepal is expected to start at NPR 37,000. Stay tuned!

Vivo T3 5G Price (Official) Price in Nepal (Expected)
8GB/128GB INR 19,999 NPR 37,000
8GB/256GB INR 21,999 NPR 38,900
  • Meanwhile, check out our Honor X9B review video:

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