Fantech, a leading provider of gaming peripherals and accessories, has introduced two new budget-friendly wireless headphones in Nepal. The Fantech GO Tune WHO6 and Fantech GO VIBE WHO5 aim to cater to the growing demand for affordable yet reliable audio devices in the market. In this article, let’s dive into discussing more about the Fantech GO Tune WH06 and GO Vibe WH05, including its price in Nepal, specifications, and more.
Fantech GO Vibe WH05 and GO Tune WH06 Overview
Audio and Bluetooth
Both the Fantech GO Tune WH06 and Fantech GO VIBE WH05 offer similar technical specifications, providing users with sound and versatile connectivity options. The GO Tune WH06 and GO Vibe WHY05 both boasts two connection modes—Bluetooth and wired. In addition, both of the headphones have an effective range of up to 10 meters.
Featuring a 40mm driver, these headphones deliver satisfactory sound quality with a speaker sensitivity of 105±3db. The speaker frequency response range of 20-20kHz ensures an okayish audio experience across different genres of music.
Weight and Battery life
The Fantech GO VIBE WH05 weighs slightly heavier than its counterpart, the GO Tune WHO6. The GO VIBE WH05 tips the scales at 214.5 grams, whereas the GO Tune WH06 is lighter at 205 grams.
One of the notable features of both headphones is their impressive battery life. Users can enjoy up to 20 hours of continuous playback on a single charge, ensuring uninterrupted entertainment throughout the day. Moreover, the headphones require approximately 2 hours to fully recharge.
Fantech GO Vibe WHO5 and GO Tune WH06 Specifications
Connectionmodes: 2 (BTS.3, Wired)
Effective range: 10m
Driver: 40mm
Speakersensitivity: 105+- 3db
Speakerfrequencyresponse: 20-20KHz
Speakerimpedance: 32 ohm
Microphoneimpedance: 2.2k Ohm
Batterylife: Up to 20 hours
Charging time: Approx 2 Hours
Weight: 205g, 214.5G ( Fantech GO VIBE WHO5)
Fantech GO Vibe WHO5 and GO Tune WHO6 Price in Nepal
The Fantech GO Tune WH06 and GO VIBE WH05 price in Nepal is NPR 2,999 and available in Black, Beige, Blue, and Pink color options. You can get them via the Hukut Store.
Back in April ’23, Acer refreshed its Helios Neo 16 gaming laptop with a new look and more powerful components. Now, these laptops have received discounts that make them even more appealing. In this article, let’s take a look at the specs, and availability of all Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (2023) gaming laptops alongside their price in Nepal.
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (2023) Overview:
If you are unfamiliar with the Helios Neo lineup, it’s basically a cut-down version of the more expensive Predator Helios lineup that makes compromises here and there like a 4-Zone RGB keyboard (instead of Per-Key), and inferior display to reach a more accessible price point. For a gaming laptop, it’s quite popular as raw CPU and GPU performance don’t take a dip relative to Helios laptops even though these are relatively cheaper.
Design and Display
With that out of the way, the Predator Helios Neo 16 (2023) is quite the looker with its accented back filled with cryptic codes, and illustrations. The logo at the center is quite more prominent than the top-placed one on the Helios 16. Besides that, it also has blue plastic components on the back that tie in the overall look of the machine. The codes on the back actually do lead to something but the prize might not be as interesting as you’d think. (…it’s a wallpaper)
On the display front, there are multiple configurations available starting with basic WUXGA resolution (1920×1200) to WQXGA (2560×1600) at 165Hz refresh rate and 3ms GTG response times. Color coverage on the Neo 16 is at 100% sRGB which is good enough for gaming and day-to-day tasks but colors won’t pop as much as on the Helios 16 with 100% P3 colors. You get support for NVIDIA Advanced Optimus and G-Sync to ensure a seamless gaming experience
Performance and Cooling
Under the hood, the Helios Neo 16 can be configured with up to a Core i9-13900HX CPU and NVIDIA RTX 4070 GPU. Other CPU configuration options include Core i5-13500HX and Core i7-13700HX as well and you can pair them with either RTX 4050 or RTX 4060 GPUs.
On the memory side, the Neo 16 (2023) supports up to 32GB of dual-channel DDR5-4800 MHz RAM and up to a 2TB NVME SDD in RAID 0 configuration. To keep things cool, the laptop features Acer’s all-metal AeroBlade fan tech alongside liquid metal grease on the CPU.
Battery and Connectivity
Fueling the Neo 16 is a large 90Wh 4-cell lithium-ion battery that charges via a 230W AC brick. There are no compromises when it comes to the ports as well. There’s one HDMI 2.1 and a couple of Thunderbolt 4 ports on the back, alongside three USB 3 Type-A ports, an RJ45 jack, and a 3.5mm jack, alongside the power jack. For wireless connectivity, there is WiFi 6E, and Bluetooth 5.1.
Webcam: HD (720p) camera, E-shutter, Array microphones
Connectivity: WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.1
I/O Ports: 2x USB Type-C (Thunderbolt 4), 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x RJ45 (LAN), 1x mic / headphone combo jack, 1x power connector
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (2023) Price in Nepal and Availability
Prices for the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (2023) have dropped considerably and now you can get the Core i5-13500HX, RTX 4050 variant for just NPR 159,999. Similarly, the i7-13700HX model with RTX 4060 goes for NPR 189,999 while the i9,4060 model is now just NPR 194,999.
Redmi is a brand well-known for value-for-money devices. The company has now launched the Redmi A3, an entry-level budget smartphone with Helio G36 SoC, 6.71-inch 90Hz display, and Android 14 in Nepal. Without further ado, let’s get into the specs, features, and official price of the Redmi A3 in Nepal.
Redmi A3 Overview
Design and Display
Starting off with the build, the Redmi A3 boasts a plastic frame, a glass back, and a glass front body. This smartphone has a bold-looking circular camera module on the rear side, housing a dual camera setup. Upfront, you get a 6.71-inch LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate and HD+ resolution. Despite being a budget phone, there is a Gorilla Glass 3 protection for the screen.
Performance
Under the hood, the smartphone is powered by a MediaTek Helio G36 chipset. This 12nm fabbed octa-core processor bears four Cortex-A53 cores running at 2.2GHz frequency and four Cortex-A53 cores clocking at 1.6GHz. Handling the graphics chores is PowerVR GE8320 GPU. Likewise, Redmi has paired this chip with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of eMMC 5.1 internal storage.
On the software side, there is stock Android 14, not the usual MIUI, often seen on other Redmi phones. It makes sense given that it’s a budget phone and its predecessors the Redmi A1 and Redmi A2, also came with the same close-to-stock Android software.
Camera
As for the optics, the Redmi A3 boasts a dual-camera setup. It is headlined by an 8MP camera and a useless 0.08MP auxiliary lens. For selfies and video calls, there is a 5MP snapper on the U-shaped notch. In terms of videography, both cameras can do 1080p at 30fps videos.
Fueling the Redmi A3 is a 5000mAh battery with 10W wired charging support. Connectivity options here include WiFi, 4G, Bluetooth 5.3, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a USB Type-C 2.0 port (the first time on a Redmi A-Series device). Moreover, there is a side-mounted fingerprint scanner for biometrics security.
Color Options: Lake Blue, Olive Green, Midnight Black
Redmi A3 Price in Nepal and Availability
The Redmi A3 price in Nepal starts officially at NPR 11,999 for the base 3/64GB trim and NPR 12,999 for the 4/128GB version. You can purchase the Redmi A3 from Hukut and other authorized stores in Nepal.
Tecno, the Chinese smartphone manufacturer, has launched an upgraded variant of the Tecno Spark 20C. This new version is now official in Nepal and comes with a better selfie camera and better chipset to name a few key differences. In this article, we will discuss the Tecno Spark 20 further along with its detailed specifications, official price in Nepal, and so on!
Tecno Spark 20 Overview:
Design and Display
The Tecno Spark 20 has a similar aesthetics to the Tecno Spark 20C with a rounded rectangular shape and a flat design. It sports a squircle camera island on the back with three camera cutouts with metallic rings. Meanwhile, it is available in two builds and four colour options.
Talking of the screen, we are getting a 6.56-inch LCD panel with a centrally located hole-punch camera cutout. It is also a 90Hz refresh rate screen with an HD+ resolution. The Tecno Spark 20 also boasts an IP53 rating for dust and water resistance.
Meanwhile, check all the prices and specs of Tecno smartphones here
Performance
Under the hood, Tecno Spark 20 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G85 processor. It is a budget gaming chipset with a peak clock speed of 2,000 MHz. Meanwhile, on the GPU side, you get an Arm Mali-G52 MC2 GPU that can clock in at a maximum of 1,000 MHz.
Furthermore, the Tecno Spark 20 comes with a memory and storage combo of up to 8 GB + 256 GB. It also offers 8 GB of virtual RAM extension while storage expansion capacity is unknown. On the software front, it comes with HiOS 13 based on Android 13.
In terms of optics, the latest Tecno offering comes with a 50MP shooter on the back. It is coupled with an unspecified auxiliary unit, possibly filling in the role of a depth sensor. Similarly, on the front, this phone ships with a 32MP sensor with 40mm focal length.
Powering the Tecno Spark 20 is a 5,000 mAh cell that can be juiced up with an 18W charger. It comes with dual-band WiFi, 4G, as well as Bluetooth v5.2 support for wireless connectivity. Meanwhile, it has a 3.5mm headphone jack and USB Type-C for wired connections. Furthermore, it also comes with a plethora of other features such as stereo speakers, Dynamic Port, AI tips, Social Turbo, and so on.
Tecno Spark 20 Specifications:
Design and Build: Flat design with metal edges, composite glass-like material or leather finish on the back, IP53-rated
Dimensions: 163.69 mm x 75.60 mm x 8.45 mm
Display: 6.56” LCD Panel, 90Hz Refresh Rate
Resolution: HD+ (720 x 1612 pixels)
Chipset: Octa-core MediaTek Helio G85 (12nm)
RAM: 8 GB + 8 GB extendable
ROM: 256 GB
OS & UI: Android 13 with HiOS 13 on top
Rear Camera: Dual Camera (50 MP Primary + Auxillary Unit)
Front Camera: 32 MP Camera (Centre-aligned hole-punch cutout)
Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor + Face Fast Unlock
Last year, Dell has announced the XPS 13 9315 ultrabook as a cheaper alternative to the XPS 13 Plus. It sports a slimmer and lighter profile, as well as the Intel Alder Lake CPUs. It is now finally available in Nepal. So, let’s have a look at the specifications, features, availability, and latest price of the Dell XPS 13 9315 (2022) in Nepal.
Dell XPS 13 9315 (2022) Overview:
Design and Display
As aforementioned, the XPS 13 9315 brings a slim and lightweight design measuring 0.55 inches and weighing 1.17kg (2.59lb). The ultrabook has a machined (CNC) aluminum chassis, which as per Dell, provides it with a durable and minimal profile. Likewise, it is available in Sky and Umber color options.
The standard XPS 13 flaunts a 13.4-inch IPS LCD display with Full HD+ resolution and an anti-glare coating to minimize reflections on the screen. It should also be bright enough to gaze at, with a brightness of 500nits. The notebook has a full-sized backlit keyboard with a fingerprint reader to unlock the device. More so, the display has a 16:10 aspect ratio and a 4K touchscreen variant is also available for a premium price tag.
In terms of performance, the Dell XPS 13 9315 comes with two CPU options: Core i5-1230U and Core i7-1250U. These are a couple of 15W processors from Intel’s Alder Lake series.
This is paired with 8GB, 16GB, or 32GB of soldered LPDDR5 RAM, all of which run at 5200MHz in dual-channel mode. The storage configuration includes 512GB or 1TB of NVMe SSD storage. Similarly, Iris Xe iGPU handles graphics.
Rest of the specs
Furthermore, Dell Inspiron 13 9315 is powered by a 3-cell 51Whr battery that is charged via a 45W USB Type-C AC adaptor.
There are just two Thunderbolt 4 ports and no USB-A or 3.5 headphones jack for wired communication. In any case, it does provide a reliable wireless connectivity option, since it supports Wi-Fi 6 with 2×2 MIMO and Bluetooth 5.2.
It sports a dual-speaker configuration with a total output of 4W for audio. Likewise, the laptop has a 720p infrared HD camera.
Dell XPS 13 9315 (2022) Specifications:
Design and Build: CNC-machined Aluminum chassis
Display: Up to 13.4″ 4K IPS panel, touchscreen, Anti-glare, 500 nits brightness
Connectivity: Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX211 (2 x 2), Bluetooth 5.2
Ports: 2x Thunderbolt with DisplayPort and PowerDelivery
Dell XPS 13 9315 (2022) Price in Nepal and Availability
The price of the new touch-enabled Dell XPS 13 9315 (2022) in Nepal is Rs. 210,000. There is also a non-touch version which is now available at a discounted rate of Rs. 190,000. You can buy the XPS 13 9315 from Hukut and other computer stores in Nepal.
BenQ is a Taiwanese consumer electronics company that specialises in display accessories such as televisions, projectors, monitors, and so on. They have now added a new monitor to their list of offerings. Here, we will discuss all about the new BenQ PD3225U monitor including its expected price in Nepal.
BenQ PD3225U Overview
Design and Display Technology
The BenQ PD3225U comes in a 478.40 x 714.80 x 273.30 dimension coupled with a 150mm height adjustable stand. It is capable of -5° to 20° tilt, 30° swivel on either side, 90° pivot, and also a 178° viewing angle. You get a 16:9 aspect ratio and an anti-glare finish on this monitor. Moreover, the monitor is rated for 100 – 240V voltage input while consuming a maximum of 230W of power.
Moving on to the screen of this monitor, you get a 31.5-inch IPS panel with LED backlighting. It spans 3,840 x 2,160 pixels in resolution and offers a 60Hz refresh rate. Additionally, the BenQ PD3225U peaks at 400 nits of brightness and has a response time of 5ms. The panel is capable of displaying 1.07 billion colours while boasting 98% DCI-P3, 99% Rec.709, and 99% sRGB colour gamut. Lastly, this monitor is decorated with two TÜV Rheinland, Solidworks, Calman, and Pantone certifications in various criteria.
The monitor comes with a plethora of port options. This includes three USB 3.2 Type-A, a USB-B, one Hotkey puck port, two HDMI 2.0, one Display Port 1.4, two Thunderbolt 3, one USB Type-C, and a headphone jack. The BenQ PD3225U also packs two 2.5W speakers for independent audio output. The company recommends downloading Display Pilot 2, and Display ColorTalk apps for added functionality.
You get various modes on the monitor such as CAD/CAM Mode targeted for technical illustrations, Animation Mode, and DualView. Most interestingly the BenQ PD3225U is built with MacBook users in mind. As such, it ships with default colour settings that perfectly match the colours on Mac and MacBook. Additionally, this monitor also supports the Daisy Chain feature. This allows you to use dual monitors on devices running on Apple M1 and M2 chips via Thunderbolt 3 since these chips don’t support multiple displays natively.
BenQ PD3225U Specifications
Dimensions: 478.40 mm x 714.80 mm x 273.30 mm + 150 mm Height Adjustment Stand
Weight: 6.60 kg (Monitor only), 8.2 kg (with stand)
Movement:
Tilt: -5° (Down) – 20° (Up)
Swivel: 30° (Left/Right)
Pivot: 90°
Display (Physical): 31.5-inch, IPS Panel, LED Backlight, 16:9 aspect ratio, Anti-glare coating, 140 PPI pixel density
Display (Capabilities): 400 nits peak brightness, 178° viewing angle, 5ms response time, 2000:1 contrast ratio, 60Hz refresh rate, 5ms response time, HDR (HDR10, VESA DisplayHDR 400)
Resolution: 4K (3,840 x 2,160)
Colour Gamut: 98% DCI-P3, 99% Rec.709, 99% sRGB
Power: 100 – 240V, 230W (Max. Consumption)
Speaker: 2.5W x2
Ports: 3x USB 3.2 Type-A, 1x USB Type-C, 2x Thunderbolt 3, 1x USB-B, 1x Hotkey puck port, 2x HDMI 2.0, 1x Display Port 1.4, 1x headphone jack
BenQ PD3225U Price in Nepal and Availability
This monitor is up for purchase from BenQ’s official website and other online as well as offline mediums. It is priced at USD 1,099. If and when this monitor makes its way here, we expect the BenQ PD3225U price in Nepal to be NPR 174,499.
BenQ Monitor
Price in USA (Official)
Price in Nepal (Expected)
PD3225U (32-inch 4K)
USD 1,099
NPR 174,499
Meanwhile, check out our Apple Vision Pro review video:
A more affordable sub-brand of Nothing — CMF launched its first neckband alongside new wireless earbuds. With this, the company has added an entirely new category of product under its belt. Like every other product by CMF (and Nothing by extension), the new neckband looks quite interesting. Let’s discuss the CMF Neckband Pro in further detail including its expected price in Nepal.
CMF Neckband Pro Overview
Design and Audio
Design-wise, the CMF Neckband Pro does not have much going on compared to other neckbands at a glance. However, after a closer inspection, you can see that it comes with a smart dial for the controls. You can spin or press this dial to control volume, tracks, as well as ANC. It also comes with IP55 dust and water resistance and ships in Orange, Dark Grey, and Light Grey colours.
You get 13.6 mm drivers coupled with an N52 grade Neodymium magnet powering the audio on this neckband. Moreover, the CMF Neckband Pro comes with a custom diaphragm with titanium plating and polyurethane. You also get copper coils offering enhanced low-frequency performance. With all this hardware coupled with CMF flagship processor, this neckband supports Spatial Audio providing you with a 360° listening experience. Additionally, CMF Neckband Pro is equipped with five mics and Clear Voice Technology giving you a clear calling experience.
The CMF Neckband Pro comes with a handful of features. Starting with an intuitive feature, where you can turn the neckband on or off by simply attaching or separating the two speaker units from each other. Other than that, it comes with active noise cancellation of up to 50 dB and wind noise reduction. For wireless connectivity, you get Bluetooth v5.3 support along with Google Fast Pair as well as Microsoft Swift Pair.
Additionally, you also get dual-device connection support with a quick switch over feature. The CMF Neckband Pro is compatible with devices running on Android 5.1+, iOS 13+, and Windows. You get added functionality from this neckband through the Nothing X companion app. This includes access to “Low Lag Mode” with Nothing phones where the latency drops as low as 120ms. Lastly, the neckband packs a 220 mAh battery that offers you up to 37 hours of usage at 50% volume with ANC turned off. Also, 10 minutes of charging can provide you with up to 11 hours of playback.
CMF Neckband Pro Specifications
Design: In-ear with IP55 rating
Dimensions: 937 x 13.20 x 22.80 mm
Weight: 29.60 grams
Sound Driver: 13.60 mm driver with titanium-plated and custom PU diaphragm
Noise Cancellation: Up to 50dB, five-mic + Clear Voice Technology during calls
Playback (without ANC): 37 hours @50% volume
Battery: 220 mAh
Charging: Via USB Type-C, 11 hours usage (ANC off) with 10 minutes charge
Features: Spatial Audio, Dual-device connection with Quick Switch Over, Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair, Low Lag Mode (up to 120ms) with Nothing smartphones, Intuitive Magnetic connection, Smart Dial
Colour Options: Orange, Dark Grey, Light Grey
CMF Neckband Pro Price in Nepal and Availability
This neckband was announced to the world together with the CMF Buds on 5 March 2024. It is available at a maximum retail price of INR 1,999 in India, however, fans can enjoy a discount of INR 200. CG should introduce this neckband to the Nepali market soon. When it does arrive here, we expect the CMF Neckband Pro price in Nepal to be NPR 3,499.
Neckband
Price in India (Official)
Price in Nepal (Expected)
CMF Neckband Pro
INR 1,999 INR 1,799
NPR 3,499
Meanwhile, check out our list of best TWS to buy in 2024 video:
It’s 2024, and a new midrange phone from Vivo is here; the Vivo V30 5G. Acting as a successor to the V29, what’s new this time? It brings the new Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chip, a 1.5K res AMOLED panel, a super slim design, and three 50MP cameras altogether. Seems like a definitive upgrade from the last-gen Vivo V29, right? Launched at the starting price of INR 30,000, is this phone good enough to compete in the already competitive 30K arena? Well, let’s find that out in my Vivo V30 5G review.
But before heading in, let’s have a look at its specifications.
First and foremost, it’s a Vivo phone. So, I have to begin with the design side of things. The Vivo V30 continues to shine with a super sleek frame, measuring the same 7.8mm thinness as its predecessor the V29.
V30 (left) & V29 (right)
But things have changed– both on the front and rear side. You see, the camera module is new here, with two symmetrical squares– the upper one housing the dual camera setup while the lower one is booked for the regular flashlight and Vivo’s “Aura flashlight”.
Putting it side by side with the V29, I still feel the previous iteration looks a bit more polished and beautiful. But still, looks are subjective, so you might end up liking one or the other!
V29 (left) V30 (right)
Anyway, the V30 does look premium in this color-changing Lush Green shade, I have. It shifts its color while being exposed to UV lights and it is fancy, I must say.
Besides this, you can get this phone in three more color options– Bloom White, Waxing Aqua, and Noble Black. And yes, there is also an IP54 rating against dust and water splash protection, but I feel a higher one would have made more sense here!
How’s the display?
6.78-inches AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate, HDR 10+
2800 x 1260 pixels, 20:9 aspect ratio
Flipping to the front, the display is still curved but it’s now less curved than the V29, which to my liking is practical and less prone to accidental touches. So, despite the V29 boasting a premium outlook with its steep curves on the sides, I don’t really mind this change to the V30’s display.
Talking of the actual display quality itself, this 6.78-inch 120Hz AMOLED panel is sharp, thanks to its 1.5K resolution. With its fantastic and vibrant color outputs, minimal bezels, and HDR10+ certification, the display is quite a visual treat here. To compare, it looks a bit more punchier than the V29.
A single speaker again…
But you know what, Vivo has once again gone with a single speaker setup here (drumrolls please). It is loud and clear to listen but skipping a stereo speaker setup, time and again, oh come on Vivo!!!
Unoptimized refresh rate
Also, I don’t like how the smart switch settings cap the refresh rate to either 60 or 90Hz max on Chrome, Facebook, YouTube, and others. What’s the point of the panel supporting 120Hz, if you are going to limit it?
That being said, you can, however, set the refresh rate to 120Hz mode for that extra smoothness, until, the 90Hz mode kicks in midway again! While in some apps, it still goes up to 120Hz, which is sorta weird! So, it seems to be a software issue for now. Hope an update can fix this, maybe?
Battery Life and Haptics
5000mAh Battery
80W Fast charging
Despite not working properly, it’s worth going for this mode at least than the smart switch one, albeit, hitting a bit on the battery side. Talking of which, the V30 has an inbuilt 5000mAh battery, a 500mAh up from the V29. I got around 7 hours of SoT on the smart switch mode while the 120Hz mode provided me with around 6.5 hours. Which is decent!
You get an 80W fast charger bundled inside the box and it tops up the phone in about 48 minutes approx. One area where Vivo has still not addressed is the haptics. Yes, it’s still buzzy and it just doesn’t stand well in the competition, where you are getting a superior X-axis vibration motor.
Performance
Octa-Core Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 5G (4nm mobile platform)
Adreno 720
12GB RAM, 256GB Storage (fixed)
Okay, time to talk about the performance. Here, you get a Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset, which is a 4nm fabbed SoC built on TSMC’s architecture. Making it the first global phone to get shipped with this new processor.
This midrange chip is more powerful than the last-gen Vivo V29’s Snapdragon 778G. Using it side by side will not show a lot of difference but the benchmark is where you can see the difference in both CPU and GPU aspects. Plus I also ran the 3D wildlife stress test, and the margin is double almost! Which makes it sound like a good chip for gaming.
However, the gaming performance remained similar on PUBG, CODM, and Mech Arena. But it’s on graphics-intensive games like Genshin Impact where the SD 7 Gen 3 outperforms the SD778G.
See, it scored an average of 54fps at medium + 60fps settings while the SD 778G could only score 40fps. Likewise, speaking of the thermals, I didn’t notice any heating issues on either of the phones.
Left (V30) Right (V29)
All-in-all, this new chipset is a well-balanced one with no issues with multitasking and my other day-to-day chores like texting, scrolling social media, and so on.
Software
Android 14 with Funtouch OS 14 on top
Software-wise, it boots on Android 14 out of the box with Funtouch OS 14 on top, which I’m not really fond of, as I have always said. The UI doesn’t miss any customization features and is fluid to use but, somehow, I feel like something is missing here. Samsung’s OneUI and Oneplus’s Oxygen OS have a better vibe, to my liking.
Also, Vivo is only promising two years of OS updates and one year more for the security patches, which is not that astounding as we are seeing 4+5 years of promise on Samsung and 3+4 years on other brands in 2024.
Optics
Dual-camera setup at the back
50MP main (OIS), 50MP ultrawide
50MP selfie camera, AF
And let’s move to the camera section. This year as well, you are seeing a dual camera setup on the rear but the Ultrawide lens is now a 50MP one as opposed to the 8MP one on the V29. While the primary and front cameras remain the same at 50MP resolution.
Daylight
In daylighting conditions, the outputs from both of the siblings look nice with a good amount of detail and sharpness. I like how the V30 is leaning towards a more natural shade. On the contrary, the V29 captures punchier outputs with boosted colors. Well, you can choose either of them based on your color preference, but I have to give an edge to the V30 with a slightly better HDR here.
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Ultrawide
Likewise, the higher-resolution UW on the V30 does make a difference. I found its outputs to retain better color accuracy and more details. It is much better than the reddish results from the V29’s 8MP ultrawide. Kudos to Vivo for this upgrade.
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Selfies
Moving to the selfies, after all, it’s a Vivo phone, so you get pretty neat and eye-pleasing selfies. Compared to the V29, the skin tone is a bit brightened up but it looks good, good as it should be! Also, the autofocus does its job well with capturing sharp selfies with details.
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Portraits
And what about portraits? Okay so, both the V30 and V29 offer you a 1X and 2X mode for capturing portrait shots.
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As you can see, samples from both phones look good. To say, the V29’s outputs are a bit on the contrasty side while V30 is up for the brightened-up tones. And I would lean on the V30 here.
Lowlights
Now, let’s talk about the lowlight scenes. I can see Vivo has improved the night mode this time. The V30 now clicks good nighttime images without brightening up the entire scene, which is otherwise pretty visible on the V29.
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And finally, getting to the videos, the V30’s rear camera can do 4K videos at 30fps. The EIS stabilization is not that great here. I can notice some jitters and wobbles, which Vivo needs to address soon. Turning on the ultra stabilization does help a bit but, the resolution gets dialed down to 1080p at 30fps.
Meanwhile, even the front camera is capable of shooting at 4K 30fps with a decent amount of detail and sharpness, but sadly, without any stabilization. So, using a gimbal can make it a good vlogging device.
Vivo V30 5G Reveiw: Conclusion
Okay wrapping things up, the Vivo V30 tries to stand out in the pack with a sleek design, and a good overall camera setup. The new SD 7 Gen 3 is a fairly powerful chipset that can handle your daily chores very well and can do some gaming as well.
The 50MP ultrawide camera has to be one of the best in the segment right now with natural color tones and good details. Also, the display is sharp with its 1.5K resolution and goes well for content watching. Even the battery life with a 5000mAh battery is commendable alongside the 80W fast charging.
But there are surely some negatives about this phone. The 120Hz refresh rate is not well optimized and gets jumped back to 90Hz even while turning on the 120Hz mode! And the single speaker setup at this price point is a bummer! Pair that with the buzzy haptics and a boring UI!
So, those fond of a sleek design, good cameras, and a chip good enough for some gaming, the Vivo V30 is a pretty standard option for y’all. But I wouldn’t term it as the best guy in the segment cause’ if you really love portraits, the upcoming Realme 12 Pro+ is the phone to beat with a dedicated 3X periscope lens.
Yesterday, it felt like the internet took a tumble when Facebook, Instagram, and Messenger suddenly went kaput. For two and a half hours, folks couldn’t get into their favorite social spots. So what was the problem? “ technical issues”, according to the folks at Meta, who run the show. But what exactly went wrong? Nobody from the social media giant’s side has spilled the bean yet. In this article, we will dive into discussing more on yesterday’s meta-outrage.
Meta Down: Overview
Facebook and Messenger were always known for their consistency, these social media platforms are built upon by hundreds of thousands of employees and servers worldwide working together just to provide plain-sailing experiences to their users. And now it feels pretty funny to watch David Fincher’s masterwork “ The Social Network”. There’s this scene in the movie where Jesse Eisenberg (who plays Mark Zuckerberg) shouts out loud ”You know the difference between us and everyone else? We don’t ever crash! ”. Well, this just happened now…
So what Exactly Happened?
For those who missed this moment of history. Yesterday (5th of March), just around 9 PM Nepali time, users automatically got their Facebook, Messenger, and Instagram logged out for an unknown reason. And for 1.5 hours as long, nobody got to log in and were hit with a weird error message instead. In a turn of events, this caused the masses to display public outrage, particularly in X (formerly Twitter). People worried their accounts got swiped by hackers.
Meta’s Admission
Mr. Andy Stone, Meta’s spokesperson, tried to smooth things over. But his apology, dropped about an hour and a half later, didn’t give much info. He said sorry for the ‘technical issue’ but didn’t spill the beans.
We're aware people are having trouble accessing our services. We are working on this now.
Experts think something broke down in Meta’s digital toolbox, causing the chaos. These behind-the-scenes tools are supposed to keep everything running smoothly. But one tiny mistake can bring the whole thing crashing down. While there is not so much information on how much Meta lost in yesterday’s crash, people have estimated it to be in 100 million dollars thereabouts.
And let me remind you this isn’t the first time Meta’s faced this mess. Back in 2021, a similar disaster left Facebook and friends in the dark for a whopping seven hours. It cost Mark Zuckerberg a fortune back then as well.
We have so much been interwoven within the internet, that even things like social media have become an intricate part of our lives. When social media gets down for a couple of hours, it could have some tiresome effects on our social lives. Honestly, since companies like Meta are built on OUR data and private information, it is pretty fair for us to demand and understand what these technical issues really were.
Meanwhile, watch our video of the Redmi Note 13 Pro
A few weeks earlier, we had news that Vivo was launching the V30 series with the announcement of the Vivo V30 Lite. Now, the company has launched the Vivo V30 5G in Nepal. This article will discuss the Vivo V30 in further detail, including its specs, features and official price in Nepal.
Vivo V30 5G Overview
Design and Display
The Vivo V30 5G has a similar design to another Vivo phone i.e. Vivo S18. Given that, the phone comes in a curved body and houses a large rounded rectangular camera island. This camera island is then divided into two halves, the upper of which is occupied by the camera unit. Meanwhile, the lower half has Aura Light as well as a regular LED flash.
On the front, we are getting an AMOLED panel that goes 6.78 inches diagonally. Additionally, it is expected to have 1260 pixel resolution horizontally while boasting a peak brightness of 2,800 nits. In terms of colour, the Vivo V30 5G comes in four options with different finishes. The “Waving Aqua” comes with water-like ripple patterns while the “Noble Black” has a reflective frosted finish. Similarly, “Bloom White” flaunts petal patterns whereas the “Lush Green” variant changes its shades.
Performance
In the performance department, the Vivo V30 comes with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset. This processor is based on TSMC’s 4nm process and clocks in at a maximum of 2.63 GHz. Furthermore, only the 12/256GB trim is available in Nepal. Lastly, it ships with the FunTouch OS 14 based on Android 14.
The smartphone comes jam-packed with very capable cameras on paper. All the cameras on this phone are 50MP in resolution, dual on the rear and a single selfie snapper on the front. The primary shooter is a 50MP OmniVision OV50E sensor that is 1/1.55” in size. It is coupled with a 50MP ultrawide shooter with autofocus support. The front camera also comes with autofocus and sits underneath a centre-aligned hole-punch camera.
Powering the phone is a 5,000 mAh battery that supports 80W FlashCharge. The company is advertising the Vivo V30 as the thinnest phone to pack such a large battery.
Vivo V30 5G Specifications
Design: Single-tone curved design with various finishes
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