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

Dip Khatiwada

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March 22, 2024

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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

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

Raizel Tandukar

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March 22, 2024

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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.

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.

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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.

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

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Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 brings on-device AI to the Qualcomm 7 series chipset!

Raizel Tandukar

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March 22, 2024

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Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 brings on-device AI to the Qualcomm 7 series chipset!

Words were going around that Qualcomm was working on two new chips for quite some time. The first one was the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, which the company unveiled just a few days ago. Now they also released the other “SM7675” chipset with the market name — Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3! In this article, we will be discussing the recently launched Qualcomm mid-ranger in further detail.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 Overview

Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 is the successor to the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2, as the name suggests. The latest chip follows the same route of bringing flagship architecture to the midrange space. However, this time it takes things up a notch, which we will discuss in the…

Internals

Starting with the fact that the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 comes in a similar architecture to the top-of-the-line Snapdragon 8 Gen 3! This chip features a cortex-X4 prime core, which is the third time we have seen this core in a Qualcomm chip. On top of that, this is the first time the core has been featured in a midrange processor.

To clarify more on the architecture of the chipset, it comes in TSMC’s 4nm fabrication process. Meanwhile, it has one prime core @2.80 GHz, four performance cores (Cortex-A720*) @2.60 GHz, and three efficiency cores (Cortex-A520*) @1.90 GHz.

Meanwhile, in terms of graphics, the latest 7 series processor might pack the Adreno 732, which reportedly clocks at 0.9 GHz. The naming of this GPU suggests that it will be slightly weaker than the one featured on the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3. However, we get to see Adreno Frame Motion Engine 2 on this chipset. As per the company, this feature allows you to double the frame rate of a game. Despite having a similar architecture it unsurprisingly does not feature ray-tracing.

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Presenting: On-device Generative AI

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 comes with on-device generative AI capabilities. This is the first time we are seeing such a feature being introduced to the 7 series, and by extension in midrange chips. Moreover, it comes with support for a variety of leading LLMs and LVMs.

Hardware Support and the rest

The latest Qualcomm 7 series processor comes with similar hardware support to the Qualcomm 8s Gen 3. Meaning, it comes with support for up to 24GB LPDDR5x RAM with frequency of 4,200MHz. Meanwhile, you also get UFS 4.0 storage and USB 3.1 Gen 2 support. This chip can support on-device display of 4K @60Hz or QHD+ @144Hz.

Talking of the camera, it can work with up to 200MP sensors. However, you can enjoy only 30FPS with Zero Shutter Lag on lenses of up to 108MP resolution. It supports video recording of up to 4K @60fps.

The Qualcomm 7+ Gen 3 deviates from the latest semi-flagship in terms of modem, as it opts for the X63 5G modem. It, however, is WiFi 7-ready as well as Bluetooth v5.4 support. Similarly, this chip also comes with triple-frequency navigation support with GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS, and NavIC satellites. Lastly, it supports Qualcomm Quick Charge 5 technology offering you breakneck charging speeds.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 Launch and Availability

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 was announced on 21 March 2023. The OnePlus Ace 3v is the first smartphone to pack this processor which also launched on the same day.

Meanwhile, check out our flagship chipset comparison video:

OnePlus Buds V launched in China with AI-powered noise cancellation

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TWS

Dip Khatiwada

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March 22, 2024

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OnePlus Buds V launched in China with AI-powered noise cancellation

OnePlus has launched its latest earbuds alongside the anticipated OnePlus 3V. These latest earbuds termed as OnePlus Buds V come with interesting features and designs. In this article, let’s dive into discussing the upcoming OnePlus Buds V, including its price in Nepal, specifications, and more.

OnePlus Buds V Overview

Design

Weighing a mere 4.3gm, the OnePlus Buds V showcases 12.4mm, titanium-plated dynamic drivers, ensuring users deep bass and clear audio with proper comfort. In addition, they feature a curved contour for a secure fit in the ear canal.

Additionally, they are available in three stylish colors: Sandstone White, Interstellar Blue, and Shadow Black. Moreover, boasting an IP55 dust and water resistance rating.

Audio

The OnePlus Buds V offers a listening experience with its “Dolby Panoramic Sound” effect, especially when paired with Dolby Atmos-supported OnePlus phones. Users can further enhance their audio experience with three preset sound modes: Balanced, Deep Bass, and Clear & Bright, or customize EQ settings via the HeyMelody app.

For crystal-clear calls, the earbuds utilize dual microphones with AI-powered noise cancellation to filter out background noise and amplify your voice.

Battery and Connectivity

OnePlus Buds V offers up to 8 hours of playback on a single charge and a total of 38 hours with the charging case. Quick 1-hour charging provides 5 hours of playback. Moreover, with Bluetooth 5.3, users can also expect a stable connection with 94ms latency. In regards to charging, you get a Type C port for fast charging.

Moreover, they are compatible with OnePlus phones running ColorOS 11/OxygenOS 11 and above, as well as Android phones with Android 7.0 and higher.

Touch Controls

The earbuds feature intuitive touch controls, allowing users to manage playback, calls, and track switching with simple taps. These controls include a single tap for play/pause, a double tap for the next track, a triple tap for the previous track, and customizable touch actions to add a few.

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OnePlus Buds V Specifications

Driver: 12.4mm
Weight: 4.3gm
Additional features: Dolby Panoramic Sound
Mics: Dual mics and AI clear call algorithm
Battery Life: 8/38H Long battery life
Ingress protection: IP55 water and sweat resistance
Compatibility: Android 7.0 and higher
Connectivity: Lossless gaming with Bluetooth® 5.3

OnePlus Buds V Launch Date and Availability

The OnePlus Buds V is priced at CNY 149 and will be available on the Chinese market from 25th March onwards. As it arrives here, the OnePlus Buds V price in Nepal is expected to be NPR 3,100.

Earbud	Price (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
OnePlus Buds V	CNY 149	NPR 3,100

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Realme C55 gets a huge price drop!

Realme

Mintu

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March 22, 2024

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Almost a year ago, one of Realme’s smartphones created hype for its mini capsule, resembling the iPhone’s dynamic island. It was none other than the Realme C55 which has now been launched back in April 2023. And now, Realme has slashed its price by quite a huge margin. So, let’s get into the specs, features, availability, and the latest official price of the Realme C55 in Nepal.

Realme C55 Overview:

Design and Display

Starting with the design, Realme C55 derives the looks from Realme 10 4G. The smartphone boasts a boxy form factor (flat edges) and its back panel has a shiny finish, although it’s made of plastic. The phone’s Sun-Shower variant is also said to have a color-changing back. And you can get it in another Rainy Night shade.

On the front, there is a 6.72-inch IPS LCD screen with Full HD resolution, 90Hz refresh rate, and 180Hz touch sampling rate. But the main highlight of this display is that Realme has implemented the iPhone’s Dynamic Island-like feature in the UI of C55. It’s called Mini Capsule and can display things like charging status, low battery alerts, data usage, steps, and walking distance.

Performance

Under the hood, Realme C55 is powered by a MediaTek Helio G88 chipset. This 12nm-based SoC is an Octa-core processor with two Cortex-A75 cores at 2.0GHz and six Cortex-A55 cores at 1.8GHz. Mali-G52 MC2 handles the graphics here.

The chipset is coupled with up to 128GB of eMMC 5.1 storage and 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM. There is a dedicated MicroSD slot for storage expansion up to 1TB. Likewise, users can also virtually expand the RAM up to 8GB on the smartphone. The phone boots on Realme UI 4.0 based on Android 13.

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Camera

This mid-range phone from Realme sports a dual camera setup. The primary lens is a 64MP shooter, accompanied by a 2MP depth sensing unit. For videography, the main camera can capture up to 1080p videos at 60fps. Moving to the front, there is an 8MP front camera for selfies and video calls.

Rest of the Specs

Fueling the Realme C55 is a 5000mAh battery with 33W SuperVOOC charging support. The connectivity options on the C55 include WiFi 5, 4G, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, a USB Type-C port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Realme C55 Specifications:

Dimensions: 165.6 x 75.9 x 7.89mm; 189.5 grams
Display: 6.72″ IPS LCD, 90Hz Refresh Rate, 180Hz Touch Sampling Rate, 600 nits peak brightness
Resolution: FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio
Chipset: MediaTek Helio G88 (12nm Mobile Platform)
Memory: 4/6/8GB LPDDR4X RAM
Storage: 64/128GB eMMC 5.1 storage
Software & UI: Realme UI 4.0 on top of Android 13
Rear Camera: Dual (64MP primary, 2MP depth)
Front Camera: 8MP (punch-hole)
Audio: Single speaker, 3.5mm headphone jack
Security: Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Battery: 5000mAh with 33W SuperVOOC charging
Colors: Sunshower, Rainy Night

Realme C55 Price in Nepal and Availability

The latest official price of Realme C55 in Nepal is Rs. 15,499 for the 6/64GB variant, providing you a whopping 6,500 rupees discount. You can purchase the phone from Hukut and other authorized stores in Nepal.

Realme C55	Price in Nepal (Official)	Availability
6/64GB	Rs. ~~21,999~~ 15,499	Hukut

Meanwhile, you can also check our review of Realme 10 Pro+.

Lenovo launched Yoga Pro 9 with wide configuration options

Raizel Tandukar

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March 21, 2024

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Lenovo launched Yoga Pro 9 with wide configuration options

Lenovo launched the Yoga Pro 9i (2024) back in January. Now they are launching a regular version of the laptop. It is named Lenovo Yoga Pro 16s 2024 Extreme Edition in its home country. However, for the rest of the world, it is Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 with the codename “16IMH9”. Let’s discuss further about this laptop in this article.

Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 (16IMH9) Overview

Design and Display

Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 (16IMH9) is an ultrabook with a minimal design, separate company, and series branding on the lid. The entire body of the laptop is made of aluminium while shipping on Luna Grey and Tidal Teal colour options. The top of the lid has a bit of protrusion making it easier for you to open it with a single hand.

You can configure this laptop with four different screen options. Each of these configurations comes in 16 inches while boasting a 3.2K resolution, a 165Hz refresh rate, and a 100% DCI-P3 colour gamut. The panel on the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 (16IMH9) can either be IPS or Mini LED. Either of which can have touch support with a matte finish or otherwise.

Performance

For the primary performance, the latest Lenovo laptop relies on the fresh higher-end Intel Core processor. Specifically, it will either have Intel Core Ultra 7 155H or Intel Core Ultra 9 185H. Both of these silicon have 16 cores, 22 threads, 24MB cache, and Intel’s AI engine. The former processor peaks at 4.80GHz while the latter can go up to 5.1GHz.

On top of that, you get multiple graphics options as well. You can keep it simple by opting for Intel’s integrated Arc GPU. Else you can choose from NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050, 4060, or 4070. All of these discrete graphics cards share a TGP of 100W.

Memory-wise, you get three choices starting from 16GB and going up to 64GB. The RAM is, however, soldered to the board. So, no memory upgrades on the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 (16IMH9). On the other hand, you get ample storage with 512GB or 1TB SSD along with an extra slot with additional 1TB support.

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Battery and the rest

The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 (16IMH9) draws its power from an 84Wh battery. It also comes with two adapter choices: a 100W USB Type-C one or a 170W barrel jack one. This laptop comes with a respectable port selection. This includes two USB 3.2 Gen 1 (one with the Always On feature), one USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C, one Thunderbolt 4, one HDMI, one 3.5mm combo audio jack, and one SD card reader. Despite the wide port choices, it still misses out on the LAN cable.

Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 (16IMH9) Specifications

Design and Build: Monotone design with company and series branding on the lid, Aluminium body, MIL-STD-810H standard passed
Dimensions: 362.72 mm x 253.69 mm x 17.90 – 18.30 mm
Weight: 1.93 – 2.05 kg
Display: 16 inches, IPS LCD or Mini LED, touch (optional), 16:10, anti-glare or glossy finish, 400 nits (IPS) or up to 1200 nits (Mini LED) brightness, 100% P3 and sRGB colour gamut, 165Hz dynamic refresh rate, 89° x4 viewing angle, ΔE<0.1 colour accuracy
Resolution: 3.2K (3,200 x 2,000)
Processor: Intel Core Ultra 7 155H or Intel Core Ultra 9 185H
Graphics: Integrated Intel Arc or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 / 4060 / 4070
RAM: 16GB / 32GB / 64GB LPDDR5x-7467, soldered, dual-channel
Storage: Up to 1TB NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD + up to 1TB M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 expansion slot
Operating System: Windows 11
Webcam: 5.0MP + IR with e-shutter, FF
Audio: 4 or 6 stereo speakers optimised with Dolby Atmos
Keyboard: Full-size with dedicated numpad, LED backlighting, touchpad with PTP support
Ports: 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (1x Always on), 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C, 1x Thunderbolt 4, 1x HDMI, 1x SD card reader, 1x 3.5mm Headphone jack, 1x Power interface
Connectivity: WiFi 6E (MIMO) 2×2 + Bluetooth v5.3
Battery: 84Wh with 100W Type-C or 130W Barrel Jack Power Adapter
Colours: Luna Grey, Tidal Teal

Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 (16IMH9) Price and Availability

The laptop was announced in various regions on 10 March 2024. However, the price of the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 (16IMH9) is unavailable on the company’s website as of now. We will make sure to update this article once the information is available.

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Lexar debuts first of its kind 2TB microSD, 1TB NM, and high speed SD 3.0 cards

Storage

Dip Khatiwada

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March 21, 2024

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Lexar debuts first of its kind 2TB microSD, 1TB NM, and high speed SD 3.0 cards

Lexar has just made waves in the world of storage production as it just announced three products with incredible capabilities. The launch was held at the China Flash Memory Market Summit (CFMS2024) which showcased oceans of different storage-related products. In this article, let’s dive into discussing the latest Lexar storage options in more detail.

Lexar Storage Options Overview

Brand Information

Lexar International is a well-known brand that specializes in flash memory products. The company was initially based in San Jose, California, and was an American manufacturer. However, it is now owned by Longsys, a Chinese memory company. Lexar offers a diverse range of digital media products, such as SD cards, CompactFlash cards, USB flash drives, card readers, and solid-state drives.

2TB UHS-I Memory Card:

Among the Lexar storage options is a 2TB UHS-1 memory card, perfect for various devices like drones and action cameras, this card boasts impressive read speeds of up to 150MB/s and write speeds of 70MB/s. It utilizes 12-layer NAND stacking and ultra-thin processing to maintain its microSD size standards.

SD 3.0 Card and 1TB NM Card

Prioritizing speed, the Lexar Professional SILVER PLUS SDXC UHS-I card offers read speeds of up to 205MB/s and write speeds of up to 150MB/s. Following the move, Lexar also announced the world’s first ever 1TB NM card, which has been heralded as a one-of-its-kind NM Card. Moreover, Lexar attributes its performance to a combination of factors, including a self-developed WM5000 main control chip, custom firmware algorithms like NAND stacking technology from Yuancheng Suzhou, and advanced packaging techniques.

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More from the announcement

Lexar’s latest addition, the SL500 Portable SSD, caters to content creators, including owners of iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max seeking high-quality video recording capabilities. Sporting a compact design, this 2TB drive features USB 3.2 Gen2x2 connectivity, promising read speeds up to 2,000 MB/s and write speeds up to 1,800 MB/s. While its performance on Mac devices operates at half its theoretical maximum, the SL500 ensures swift data transfer and ample storage capacity.

Lexar Storage Options Pricing and Availability

Despite the announcement, the price has not been revealed yet. We will keep updating you as soon as we get further information.

Meanwhile, watch our review of Samsung Galaxy A35

Neuralink patient plays chess using his thoughts alone

Science

Dip Khatiwada

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March 21, 2024

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Neuralink patient plays chess using his thoughts alone

Neuralink, Elon Musk’s brain-computer interface (BCI) venture, recently showcased a groundbreaking development via live stream. Noland Arbaugh, a quadriplegic patient, played chess and ‘Civilization VI’ using only his thoughts, thanks to Neuralink’s innovative technology. In this article, let’s dive into discussing the latest Neuralink developments in more detail.

Neuralink breakthrough overview

The technology behind the feat

Neuralink’s technology operates by implanting a chip into the brain to decode thought patterns into digital signals. Arbaugh’s live demonstration exemplified this, revealing a connection between his thoughts and digital commands.

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— Neuralink (@neuralink) March 20, 2024

A medical assistant

Arbaugh’s successful interaction with digital interfaces highlights the potential of Neuralink’s technology to empower individuals with paralysis or neurological conditions. This achievement signifies a significant leap towards restoring independence and control through the power of thought.

In parallel, the British newspaper Guardian reported on Arbaugh’s personal journey with Neuralink. Following a diving accident that left him paralyzed below the shoulder, Arbaugh received a Neuralink implant in January. Through this implant, he could control a computer mouse using his thoughts, as demonstrated during the live stream.

Regulatory Concerns

While the demonstration garnered acclaim, experts have cautioned against hailing it as a “breakthrough” just yet. Neuroscience experts emphasized the need for further development and learning to maximize post-implantation control.

Additionally, regulatory concerns surfaced following reports of issues found by US Food and Drug Administration inspectors at Neuralink. Not to mention the death of ungodly amount monkeys during its trial phase.

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Neuralink Breakthrough: Conclusion

Neuralink’s recent demonstration including the chess and ‘Civilization’ gameplay marks a notable advancement in BCI technology, offering hope for individuals with neurological conditions while prompting discussions about regulatory oversight and continued development.

Meanwhile, watch our review of Samsung Galaxy A35

Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro is official with Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 and Leica Summilux lens

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Aarohan Niraula

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March 21, 2024

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Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro is official with Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 and Leica Summilux lens

There was a lot of hype for the Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro on the internet. I mean, why wouldn’t there be? The phone was linked with a then-unreleased Qualcomm chipset and LEICA optics. But does it walk the talk? Well, let’s find out in this article where I’ll be walking you through the design aspect, the raw power, Leica lens hardware, alongside expected price in Nepal and availability details of Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro.

Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro Overview

Design and Display

The Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro smartphone comes in a dirt-resistant leather back and features a metal frame in between the slightly curved front glass and the back. It has a left-aligned circular camera module that houses mouth-watering lenses from Leica that we will get into a little later.

This phone ships in seven different finishes altogether three of which are limited edition. All the options except for the black one come in a dual-tone finish. On the other hand, the green variant has reflective patterns while the limited edition takes it up a notch by going with a black and contrasting vibrant color combination.

Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro Special Edition colors — Limited edition color options

Moving on to the front, you get a 6.55-inch AMOLED panel protected with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2. Additionally, the Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro comes with a 1.5K resolution with 460PPI pixel density. It is also a 12-bit screen with a 120Hz refresh rate, TÜV Rheinland certification, and a whopping peak brightness of 3,000 nits.

Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 and…

The Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro comes with the newly unveiled Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 under its hood. Matter of fact, it is the first phone to launch with this chipset just three days after it was announced. What’s so special about this processor, you ask? Well, to keep it short — it comes in a similar architecture to the flagship 8 Gen 3 with a prime Cortex-X4 core and outdoes last’s year top chip i.e. Snapdragon 8 Gen 2!

Furthermore, you get an LPDDR5X RAM of up to 16GB capacity while offering UFS 4.0 storage of up to 512GB. The Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro boots on the company’s in-house HyperOS.

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Leica lenses!

One of the headline makers of the Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro is surely its cameras! It boasts a Leica Optical Summilux lens on its primary shooter, akin to the one found in the Xiaomi 14 Pro. Underneath, the phone includes a 50MP OmniVision Light Fusion 800 sensor. This combination makes the Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro one of the most powerful photography phones in the market.

You also get two auxiliary cameras on this phone — both with Leica lenses. The first of which is a 50MP portrait camera that emulates a focal length of 50mm. Meanwhile, the other lens is a respectable 12MP ultrawide camera with a 120° field of view. On the front, you get two 32MP cameras, one of which is an ultrawide.

All the extra stuff

In the tank, you get a 4,700 mAh battery with 67W fast charging support. It also comes with five-way navigation support with BeiDou, GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, and QZSS. Talking of cellular connectivity, it offers dual SIM 5G support. In addition, it also has WiFi 6 along with Bluetooth 5.4 support.

Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro Specifications

Design: Dual-tone design (except black), Leatherback, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection
Dimensions: 157.20 mm x 72.77 mm x 7.45 – 7.75 mm
Weight: 179.30 – 180.90 grams
Display: 6.55” AMOLED Panel, micro-curved, 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, DCI-P3 color gamut, 3000 nits peak brightness, 12-bit
Resolution: 1.5K (1,236 x 2,750)
Chipset: Octa-core Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 (4nm)
RAM: 12GB or 16GB LPDDR5X
ROM: 256GB or 512GB UFS 4.0
OS & UI: Android 14 with HyperOS on top
Rear Camera: Triple Camera (50MP Primary with Leica Optical Summilux lens and OmniVision Light Fusion 800 sensor + 50MP Portrait Lens + 12MP Ultrawide)
Front Camera: 32MP + 32MP Ultrawide Camera (Centre-aligned pill cutout)
Security: In-display fingerprint sensor, Face Unlock
Sensors: Ultrasonic distance, Ambient Light, Rear light (color temperature), Flicker, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Electronic compass
Navigation: BeiDou, GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, QZSS
Battery: 4,700 mAh Lithium-ion Polymer cell with 67W super fast charging
Connectivity: Dual SIM, Dual 5G, WiFi 6, Hotspot, Bluetooth v5.4, USB Type-C
Colour Options: Soft Mist Pink, Starry Black, Breeze Blue, Spring Green, Black and White (Limited), Pink (Limited), Blue (Limited)

Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

The Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro has officially been announced on 21 March 2023. Since it’s a “Civi” phone, we did not expect it to debut globally. However, the word is that it will launch in India as well this time around.

But, as it stands, it is available in China only and starts at CNY 2,999. It goes all the way up to CNY 3,599. The price depends on the configuration, hence, the limited edition also goes for the same price. Based on that, if this phone ever makes its way here, we expect the Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro to start at NPR 65,999.

Xiaomi Civi 4 Pro	Price in China (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
12GB + 256GB	CNY 2,999	NPR 65,999
12GB + 512GB	CNY 3,299	NPR 72,599
16GB + 512GB	CNY 3,599	NPR 79,499

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Xiaomi 14

Honor Notebook X14 /16 Plus laptops launched with Ryzen 7 8845HS

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Dip Khatiwada

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March 20, 2024

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Honor Notebook X14 /16 Plus laptops launched with Ryzen 7 8845HS

Honor recently introduced the Honor Notebook X14 and X16 expanding its portfolio of computing devices. Let’s delve into discussing the Honor Notebook X14 Plus/16 Plus 2024, including their specs and expected price(-es) in Nepal in more detail.

Honor Notebook X14 / X16 Plus (2024) Overview

Design and Display

Despite featuring metal bodies, the Honor Notebook X14 and X16 Plus are lightweight laptops on paper weighing about 1.35kg and 1.75 kg respectively.

The X14 Plus boasts a 2.8K (2880×1800) screen, while its larger 16″ sibling features a 2.5K (2560×1600) display. These IPS panels offer an anti-glare finish, 120Hz refresh rate, 430 nits of peak brightness, and TÜV Rheinland certification for low-blue light emission and flicker-free operation.

Performance and Extras

Both the Honor Notebook X14 Plus and X16 Plus are powered by the 4-nm fabricated Ryzen 7 8845HS processor and integrated Radeon 780M GPU. To dive more into CPU specifications, the Ryzen 7 8845HS is an 8-core CPU with 16 threads and 16 MB of L3 cache.

These notebooks also offer two performance modes to balance between power and efficiency. Meanwhile, cooling is efficiently managed with the help of a single-fan.

Unique features include seamless file transfer and cross-device window transfer facilitated by MagicOS, enhancing connectivity and productivity. Additionally, the Magic AI workbench enables advanced functionalities like document summarization, further enhancing user experience.

Battery

To operate the system, the Honor Notebook X14 Plus is equipped with a 60Wh battery, while the Notebook X16 Plus boasts a 75Wh battery. Moreover, both models support fast charging up to 65W through USB-C.

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Honor Notebook X14 Plus / 16 Plus (2024) Specifications

Build Quality: Aluminum Alloy and Plastic
Weight: 1.34kg (X14 Plus), 1.75kg (16 Plus)
Color Options: Glacier Silver
Display:
- Honor Notebook X14 Plus: 2.8K (2880×1800) IPS Display, 430 nits brightness, 120Hz, 100% sRGB color gamut
- Honor Notebook X16 Plus: 2.5K (2560×1600) display, 430 nits brightness, 120Hz, 100% sRGB color gamut
Keyboard: Full-size backlit keyboard
Processor:
- Ryzen 7 8845HS
  - 8C/16T, 5.1 GHz Max Turbo Frequency, 16 MB L3 cache

RAM/Storage:
- Variants: 16GB+512GB, 32GB+1TB
- Memory Type: LPDDR5
Graphics: Radeon 780M GPU
Audio: 2x 2W speakers
Battery:
- 60 Watt-hours battery (X14+)
- 75 Watt-hours battery (X16+)
Power Supply: 65W Smart AC power adapter
Webcam: HD (720p) camera
Connectivity: WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.1
I/O Ports:
- 3.5mm jack x 1
- USB-C x 2
- USB 3.2 Gen1 x 2

Honor Notebook X14 Plus / 16 Plus 2024 Price in Nepal and Availability

The Honor Notebook X14 Plus is available in two variants, the base variant costs 4699 yuan while the 32GB/1TB variant costs 5199 yuan. Similarly, the base variant of the Honor Notebook X16 Plus costs 4899 yuan and the 32GB/1TB variant costs 5399 yuan. However, the Honor isn’t coming to Nepal anytime soon. But if by any means, it ever arrives here, the Honor laptop will cost no less than NPR 100,000.

Laptops	Variants	Price	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Honor Notebook X14+	16/512GB	CNY 4,699	NPR 100,000
Honor Notebook X14+	32GB/1TB	CNY 5,199	NPR 110,000
Honor Notebook X16+	16/512GB	CNY 4,899	NPR 103,000
Honor Notebook X16+	32GB/1TB	CNY 5,399	NPR 115,000

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