The popular Indian accessories brand Noise has announced a new smartwatch namely Noise Voyage with exciting features like an AMOLED display, fitness features, and even eSIM. In this article, let us dive into discussing the latest Noise Voyage, its price in Nepal, features, specs, and more.
Noise Voyage: Overview
Design and Display
The Noise Voyage sports a circular design with a metallic build, equipped with two buttons on the right side and a stainless steel round bezel. Its 1.4-inch Retina AMOLED display showcases clear visuals with a resolution of 454 x 454 pixels.
Fitness tracking capabilities
For fitness enthusiasts, the Noise Voyage comes packed with features. It includes a heart-rate monitor, SpO2 sensor, sleep tracker, and stress tracker. With support for over 100 sports modes, it even automatically detects some workout activities. The inclusion of GPS and GLONASS ensures accurate position tracking during outdoor workouts.
eSIM Support and Connectivity
A standout feature of the Noise Voyage is its first-ever eSIM support, making it compatible with Airtel and Jio eSIMs. Users can enjoy 3 months of free 4G calling directly from the smartwatch, eliminating the need for a paired smartphone. The device also conveniently connects with compatible TWS earphones such as Noise Air and Aura Buds.
Boasting a battery life of up to 7 days under typical usage and an impressive 30 days with power-saving mode, the Noise Voyage aims to keep users powered throughout their daily activities. Beyond fitness and communication, the smartwatch offers practical features like weather updates, a calculator, and quick replies.
NoiseFit Voyage Specifications:
Body: Metalic Body, Stainless Steel Bezel
Display: 1.46-inch AMOLED
Resolution: 454*454
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3, e-SIM support
Battery: up to 7 days (typical usage)
Water Resistant: Unspecified
Sensors: PPG optical sensor, GPS
Health Tracking: Dynamic heart rate monitoring, SpO2, Sleep tracking, Female Health
Sports Modes: 100+
Colors: Blue, Black
Noise Voyage Price in Nepal and Availability
In India, the Noise Voyage smartwatch will debut on December 23 for INR 14,999. But the company is also offering a flat INR 5,000 off as a launch day offer. We expect the Noise Voyage price in Nepal to be around NPR 27,000 if and when it launches here.
Not long after launching the regular Spark 20, and the affordable Spark 20C, Tecno has now followed up with the Pro variant of the smartphone. This smartphone has a 108 MP camera, and Helio G99 processor, packed in an iPhone-esque design. This article will discuss the Tecno Spark 20 Pro, its specifications, price in Nepal, and more.
Tecno Spark 20 Pro Overview
Design and Display
Similar to its series’ siblings, the Spark 20 Pro follows a similar design blueprint with heavy inspiration from iPhones. It has a squircle camera island on the back with three camera cutouts. In the meantime, you get four different colour options: Moonlit Black, Frosty Ivory, Sunset Blush, and Magic Skin 2.0 Green. All these options except for the latest one have a glossy finish and diagonal patterns on the back. Whereas the green one has a leather finish with a groovy texture.
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On the front, we have a 6.78-inch LCD panel with a 120Hz refresh rate. It is also an FHD+ display with a 1,080 x 2,460 pixels resolution. Tecno has, however, opted to remain silent about the type of panel used in the Spark 20 Pro. Furthermore, it packs all this in an IP53-certified design.
Meanwhile, check all the prices and specs of Tecno smartphones here
Performance
Under the hood, the Tecno Spark 20 Pro comes with a MediaTek Helio G99 processor. It is a 6nm chipset with eight cores that peaks at 2.2 GHz clock speed. It also comes together with a Mali-G57 MC2 GPU. Moreover, it will be assisted by memory and storage configurations of up to 8 GB and 256 GB. Herein, it also offers an additional 8 GB of virtual memory expansion. On the software side of things, it comes with HiOS 13 based on Android 13.
In terms of optics, it comes with three cameras on the back — the primary of which is a 108-megapixel shooter. Tecno has not spoken anything in terms of the two auxiliary units that are paired with the main camera. Meanwhile, on the front, we have a 32 MP camera for selfies.
Powering everything is a 5,000 mAh battery with 33W charging capability. It comes with dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, and 4G cellular support for wireless connectivity. Meanwhile, we have to make do with the USB Type-C port for wired connections. It also comes with stereo speakers with DTS audio processing. In addition, it comes with various software features like Social Turbo, App Twins, AI Tips, and AI wallpaper. Lastly, going hard on the iPhone theme, Tecno also offers a “Dynamic Port” with the Spark 20 Pro.
Tecno Spark 20 Pro Specifications:
Design and Build: Flat design with metal edges, glossy or leather finish on the back, IP53-rated
Dimensions: 168.61 mm x 76.61 mm x 8.40 mm
Display: 6.78” LCD Panel, 120Hz Refresh Rate
Resolution: FHD+ (1,080 x 2,460 pixels)
Chipset: Octa-core MediaTek Helio G99 (6nm)
RAM: Up to 8 GB + 8 GB extendable
ROM: Up to 256 GB
OS & UI: Android 13 with HiOS 13 on top
Rear Camera: Triple Camera (108 MP Primary + Two Auxiliary Units + “Four Flash”)
Front Camera: 32 MP Camera + “Dual Flash” (Centre-aligned hole-punch cutout)
Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor + Face Fast Unlock
Tecno Spark 20 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability:
The Chinese OEM listed the smartphone on their website but they have not put a price on it. However, sources are saying the Tecno Spark 20 Pro has been launched in the Philippines with a price tag of PHP 5,599. If it makes its way to Nepal with a similar price, we expect the Tecno Spark 20 Pro price in Nepal to be NPR 16,099.
Tecno Smartphone
Price in the Philippines (Rumoured)
Price in Nepal (Expected)
Spark 20 Pro
PHP 5,599
NPR 16,099
Meanwhile, check out our Vivo X100 Pro review video:
In a recent announcement, Google introduced MedLM, a set of artificial intelligence (AI) models tailored specifically for the healthcare industry. This model is built on Google’s second iteration of medically tuned AI tools which previously sparked news on the internet. In this article, let us dive into discussing more about the latest Google MedLM in more detail.
Google MedLM: Overview
Med-PaLM 2: Accuracy?
The Google MedLM is based on Google’s earlier research projects of Med-PaLM 2 , which had achieved an impressive 85% accuracy on U.S. medical licensing exam questions, reaching what Google equates to an “expert” doctor level. This marks an 18% improvement over its predecessor, positioning Med-PaLM 2 as a significant advancement in medically tuned AI.
Google MedLM Models
Google’s MedLM consists of two models, each designed for specific tasks based on their sizes. The first model, larger and suited for complex tasks, contrasts with the second, a medium-sized model ideal for fine-tuning and scalability across various healthcare-related applications.
Future Expansion with Gemini
Looking ahead, Google plans to integrate Gemini-based models into the MedLM family, enhancing its AI capabilities. Furthermore, this strategic move aims to further expand MedLM’s applications within the healthcare sector in the coming months.
Real-world Applications
MedLM is positioned for use across the healthcare industry, including applications in hospitals, drug development, and patient-facing chatbots. In addition, several organizations have already tested the suite, with promising results.
HCA Healthcare utilized MedLM to augment technology from Augmedix, improving the quality and scalability of transcription technology in hospitals.
BenchSci incorporated MedLM into its R&D platform, enhancing the ASCEND engine’s ability to sift through clinical data for drug discovery.
Accenture and Deloitte joined as early adopters, employing MedLM to speed up AI-powered processing of clinical documents and improve patient-provider matching for contact center agents.
Collaboration and Adoption
Collaborating with clinical documentation startup Augmedix and drug research company BenchSci, Google has successfully implemented MedLM to convert data into medical notes and expedite drug development processes. In addition, partnerships with Accenture and Deloitte aim to accelerate enterprise adoption and improve healthcare organizations’ information retrieval.
Google’s MedLM marks a significant leap forward in AI tailored for the healthcare industry. With its specialized models, real-world applications, and strategic partnerships, MedLM holds the potential to revolutionize how AI contributes to various healthcare domains. However, the Google MedLM is only available for the U.S. Google Cloud customers via the Vertex AI platform, and its availability outside of the United States remains uncertain.
Following the introduction of the Honor 70 and X9a, Celltron Nepal, the official distributor of Honor smartphones, has launched the Honor X7a in the country. The device made its global debut earlier in January. So, let’s take a look at what Honor has to offer with the X7a, as well as its official price in Nepal.
Honor X7a Overview:
Design, Display
The Honor X7a is a slim and lightweight phone that measures 8.27mm and weighs 196 grams. Despite such a slim form factor, the company was able to squeeze a larger 6000mAh battery here. It has a gradient finish on the back and is available in three vibrant colors: Titanium Silver, Ocean Blue, and Midnight Black.
On the front, there is a U-shaped notch, which looks a bit dated in 2023. The smartphone is built around a 6.7-inch LCD screen which refreshes at a 90Hz refresh rate and has TUV Rheinland certification for eye protection. This is an HD+ resolution screen, by the way. Likewise, you get a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for biometrics.
In charge of things inside is a MediaTek MT6765H processor which corresponds to the Helio G37. This is a step down from the Honor X7’s Snapdragon 680 SoC.
To compare, the Snapdragon 680 has four Cortex-A73 (2.4GHz) cores and four Cortex-A53 (1.9GHz) cores. The Helio G37, on the other hand, has eight Cortex-A53 cores, half of which run at 2.3GHz and the other half at 1.8GHz.
Memory options are limited to 6GB RAM and 128GB storage. The latter can be expanded up to 1TB with a microSD card. Similarly, the smartphone runs Magic UI 6.1, which is based on Android 12. Honor has made no promises about future platforms or security patch updates either.
Others
Camera hardware on the Hono X7a includes a 50MP main sensor, a 5MP ultra-wide lens, and a couple of 2MP macro, and depth units on the back. On the front is an 8MP camera for selfies and video calls.
Fueling the Honor X7a is, as aforementioned, a 6000mAH cell. With a battery life of up to 3.5 days, it is ranked first in the DXOMark global battery ranking. Furthermore, Honor claims that the X7a will retain 80% of its original battery capacity even after three years of use. For charging, you get a 22.5W charger inside the box.
Honor X7a Specifications:
Body: 167.48 x 76.85 x 8.27mm; 196 grams
Display: 6.75-inches IPS LCD, 90Hz refresh rate, 8-bit color depth
Resolution: HD+ (1600 x 720 pixels), 20:9
Chipset: MediaTek Helio G37 (12nm Mobile platform)
Colors: Titanium Silver, Ocean Blue, Midnight Black
Honor X7a Price in Nepal and Availability
The Honor X7a is now priced at NPR 19,990 for the sole 6/128GB variant. The smartphone is available for purchase at the official price from Hukut Store.
Honor’s latest midrange phone is here. The new Honor X8a comes with a 100MP camera, MediaTek’s Helio G88 chip, and more. So let’s learn more about the Honor X8a, including its features, specifications, official price in Nepal, availability, and more.
Honor X8a Overview:
Design and Display
The X8a is one of the slimmest offerings from Honor, measuring just 7.48mm thick. At 179 grams, it is quite lightweight as well. Honor has also tried to give a modern look to this phone by going with flat edges like the new iPhones. Likewise, the Honor X8a is available in three color options: Cyan Lake, Titanium Silver, and Midnight Black.
Coming to the front, this phone has a huge 6.7″ LTPS LCD display with a fast 90Hz refresh rate. Honor has paid special attention to the bezels here, and says the X8a achieves an impressive 93.6% screen-to-body ratio. This Full HD display has also been TÜV Rheinland low blue light certified for eye protection.
Performance
Powering the Honor X8a is MediaTek Helio G88, which is a 12nm-based mobile processor. It has an octa-core CPU with two Cortex-A75 (@2.0 GHz) and six Cortex-A55 (@1.8 GHz) cores. As for the GPU, the Helio G88 uses Mali-G52 MC2.
In terms of memory, the X8a is available in 6 and 8GB RAM options with 128GBstorage (and no SD card slot). The phone runs on Honor’s Magic UI 6.1 based on the older Android 12, whereas Honor hasn’t committed to any software update timeline for the X8a either.
As for the camera, Honor X8a has three of them at the back, led by a 100MP main sensor. This has been complemented by a 5MP ultrawide and a 2MP macro shooter.
It supports shooting modes like portrait, time-lapse, Dual-View, Super Macro, and more. Furthermore, you get a 16MP selfie camera at the front. You can shoot up to 1080p 30 fps videos from the rear as well as the front camera.
Others
As for the battery, the Honor X8a has a 4500mAh cell that supports Honor’s 22.5W SuperCharge technology. This phone comes with a single speaker setup and doesn’t have a 3.5mm audio jack either. In terms of wireless connectivity, there’s dual-band WiFi and Bluetooth 5.1, whereas NFC support is limited to select markets only.
Honor X8a Specifications:
Dimensions: 162.9 x 74.5 x 7.48mm
Weight: 179 gm
Display: 6.7″ LTPS LCD, 90Hz, FHD+ resolution
Chipset: MediaTek Helio G88 4G (12nm)
Memory: 6/8GB RAM, 128GB storage (non-expandable)
OS: Android 12 with Honor’s MagicUI 6.1 on top
Rear Cameras: Triple (with LED flash)
– 100MP, f/1.9 primary
– 5MP, f/2.2 ultra-wide
– 2MP, f/2.4 macro
– Up to 1080p 30 fps videos
Front Camera: 16MP, f/2.45 (Up to 1080p 30 fps videos)
Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi 5 (ac), Dual-band, Bluetooth 5.1
3.5mm Jack: No
Honor X8a Price in Nepal and Availability
With a 2000 rupees discount, the official price of Honor X8a is now Rs. 28,490 for the sole 8/128GB variant. You can purchase this smartphone from Hukut and other authorized stores in Nepal.
In this article, you can find the latest price and availability of the MSI Stealth GS77 (2022) in Nepal, along with the official specs, features, and availability.
MSI Stealth GS77 (2022) Overview:
Performance and Memory
The main to pick the MSI Stealth GS77 over the other laptops in the MSI family is the performance. It packs the 12th Gen Intel Core gaming CPUs and Ampere-based RTX 30-series mobile GPUs. The variant that is most popular in Nepal is the base variant that pairs the Intel Core i7-12700H with the RTX 3060 GPU. The latter can draw power up to 105W with NVIDIA’s Dynamic Boost enabled.
As for thermals, MSI has included the in-house Cooler Boost 5 solution with two fans with 0.1mm blades and a total of six heat pipes. The Stealth GS77 (2022) features two SO-DIMM slots that users can configure with up to 64GB of DDR4 RAM. Likewise, it also boasts two M.2 SSD slots that support NVMe PCIe Gen4.
Design and Display
All this is housed inside a metal chassis built using the CNC manufacturing process. The thickness of the body ranges between 20 to 20.8mm, which doesn’t sound a lot for a gaming machine. MSI has even incorporated angles around this premium machine to make it look even thin and light.
The MSI Stealth GS77 brings a big 17-inch IPS panel with options for up to FHD 360Hz and QHD 240Hz. However, you can only buy the FHD 1444Hz model in Nepal that boasts a 3ms response time. The screen has a matte finish and covers 100% of the DCI-P3 coverage.
Above the screen, there is a 1080p webcam with MSI Noise Reduction solution. It has an IR sensor with Windows Hello authentication, which you can use as an alternative to the fingerprint scanner. During video calls and conferences, the webcam works in tandem with the built-in microphone backed by AI-based Noice Cancelation technology. When not in use, you can completely block the webcam using the physical shutter.
As for audio, MSI Stealth GS77 features two speakers and four woofers. This 6-unit audio setup is tuned by Dynaudio and certified for Hi-Res audio. Nahimic sound by SteelSeries is also preinstalled on the machine. SteelSeries also provides its per-key RGB keyboard to the Stealth GS77 that users can customize with the GG software.
Battery and Connectivity
Powering the Stealth GS77 (2022) is a 4-cell 99Whr battery, and MSI ships it with a 240W adapter. There is no compromise made on the connectivity front. The Stealth GS77 features 1x Thunderbolt 4, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1x HDMI, 1x audio combo jack, and 1x SD card jack. In addition, there is Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 for wireless networks.
MSI Stealth GS77 (2022) Specifications
Design & Build: Metal build with CNC process, 397.6 x 283.5 x 20.1-20.8mm (W x D x H), 2.8 kg
Color Options: Core Black
Display: 17″ IPS-Level, 100% DCI-P3, up to 360Hz
Resolution: FHD/UHD/QHD, 16:10 aspect ratio
Keyboard: Per-Key RGB Keyboard by SteelSeries
Processor: up to 12th Gen Intel “Alder Lake” Core i9-12900H
Graphics: up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti (105W with Dynamic Boost)
I/O Ports: 1x Thunderbolt 4, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (DisplayPort), 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1x HDMI, 1x RJ45, 1x Micro SD card reader, 1x 3.5mm audio jack
MSI Stealth GS77 (2022) Price in Nepal and Availability
The price of the MSI Stealth GS77 in Nepal is Rs. 248,000 for the sole Intel Core i7-12700H + RTX 3060 variant with 16GB RAM and 1TB SSD. You could previously buy the Stealth GS77 (2022) from BigByte and other computer stores across Nepal but is currently unavailable.
It is a known fact that Intel has been on a steady decline within the last couple of years. Completely throttled by the latest chip manufacturers, like AMD and Apple. Intel was losing quite in every regard, from performance to annoying fan noises, terrible battery backup, and even overheating problems. But recently they have shown a redemptive arc by launching the latest core-ultra series. Will they succeed? Or is it gonna be another failure? In this article, let’s dive in to find out more about their latest 14th Gen Meteor Lake platform, the Core Ultra H and the Core Ultra U series.
Intel 14th Gen Meteor Lake: Overview
What exactly is Meteor Lake?
Intel’s Meteor Lake signifies a radical shift in chip design, breaking away from monolithic structures with its Foveros 3D packing technology. This innovation allows the integration of separate components into a single chip, offering flexibility and efficiency. Meteor Lake introduces the Intel 4 process node, featuring 7nm parts and high-speed interconnects for improved communication. The CPU comprises four tiles, enhancing compute, graphics, SoC, and I/O capabilities. With a focus on modularity and performance, Meteor Lake positions Intel competitively in the mobile market, setting the stage for future advancements.
Meteor Lake: Manufacturing Process and Performance
Meteor Lake marks a significant stride in chip technology, leveraging Intel 4, a novel manufacturing process promising an approximate 20% performance boost or a remarkable 40% decrease in power consumption when compared to its predecessor, Intel 7. Notably, the integrated graphics, named Arc, deliver enhanced GPU performance and expedite fundamental AI functions.
However, it falls short in terms of visible CPU performance improvements. Compounding the innovation is Intel’s perplexing product nomenclature for Meteor Lake, introducing the ‘Core Ultra’ rebranding, thereby intensifying the intricacy surrounding the processor’s identity. The complex product naming could potentially pose challenges for consumers attempting to discern the distinctions within Intel’s lineup.
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Arc Graphics
Meteor Lake introduces a noteworthy advancement in its graphics capabilities with the incorporation of the new Arc-integrated graphics, representing a substantial improvement compared to Intel’s prior offerings. This enhancement promises users a more robust and engaging visual experience with up to 20% better performance than the current Intel Core chips. More on this later.
NPU (Neural Processing Unit)
Just like like AMD’s 8040 series, Intel’s Meteor Lake CPUs see a dedicated NPU for AI-related tasks. This facilitates the acceleration of AI features in applications we use day to day paving the way for improved efficiency and speed. Additionally, these processors support newer and faster low-powered memory, contributing to an overall enhancement in performance, and ensuring a seamless user experience across various computing tasks.
Confusing Product Stack and Names
Intel’s approach to product naming for Meteor Lake has introduced a level of complexity that may perplex consumers navigating the range. The product stack is deemed complex and confusing, with a departure from the previous generation number convention. Instead, Meteor Lake adopts a ‘Series 1’ designation and introduces letter-based ranges, such as ‘H’ for high-performance laptops and ‘U’ for lower-powered Ultrabooks. This alteration brings about the introduction of Core Ultra 5, 7, and 9 models, which, despite their new monikers, align closely with the older i5 and i7 designations. The differences primarily lie in minor clock speed variances, contributing to a nuanced and potentially perplexing decision-making process for consumers.
Intel’s 14th gen Meteor Lake, when evaluated against its predecessor, the Raptor Lake processors, reveals a lack of substantial improvements in CPU performance. Benchmarking against competitors such as Apple’s M series processors and AMD’s Zen processors further underscores Meteor Lake’s shortfall in both single-core and multi-core performance metrics. Despite these limitations, Meteor Lake demonstrates a commendable efficiency boost at lower wattage levels, aligning with the trends observed in processors from Intel, AMD, and Apple throughout the year 2023.
The standout feature in Meteor Lake’s performance profile is the commendable leap in graphics capabilities facilitated by the new Intel Arc integrated graphics. These graphics deliver nearly double the performance of the previous generation, showcasing a significant enhancement in visual processing capabilities. In a direct comparison, the Intel Arc graphics outperform the Radeon 780M, the integrated graphics found in the AMD Zen 4 processor, further solidifying Meteor Lake’s prowess in the realm of graphical performance.
Heat, Fan Noise, and Battery Life
The performance of laptops powered by Intel Core Ultra (Meteor Lake) chips comes under scrutiny when considering factors like heat dissipation, fan noise, and battery life. The lower-powered Zenbook 14 showcases commendable performance in terms of heat dissipation, representing an improvement over its predecessor. However, the MSI Prestige 16, equipped with Meteor Lake, encounters challenges with excessive heat and noise levels. This raises concerns and suggests a potential issue wherein laptop manufacturers may be providing these processors with an excess of power.
While there is a modest improvement in battery life compared to the previous model, it is still deemed less than impressive. This indicates that, despite the strides made with Meteor Lake’s efficiency, there is room for enhancement in extending the battery life of laptops utilizing these processors. The observation raises the question of whether some laptop manufacturers prioritize achieving high benchmark scores over leveraging the modest efficiency improvements inherent in Meteor Lake to mitigate issues related to heat, fan noise, and ultimately, to enhance battery life. The balance between performance and practical considerations remains a critical aspect for laptop manufacturers integrating Meteor Lake into their devices.
Intel 14th Gen Meteor Lake: Conclusion
In conclusion, Intel’s Meteor Lake represents a notable advancement for the company, showcasing improved power efficiency and enhanced integrated graphics capabilities. However, it falls short of achieving the revolutionary status attributed to Apple’s M series processors or AMD’s original Zen processors. The confusion surrounding Intel’s product naming and the absence of noticeable CPU performance improvements are identified as areas in need of refinement.
For laptops powered by Meteor Lake, optimizing power consumption becomes crucial to address concerns related to heat, fan noise, and battery life. As consumers prioritize devices with reduced fan noise, dependable battery life, and reliable performance over enhanced AI capabilities, manufacturers must strike a balance to meet these expectations.
Looking ahead, the potential for more substantial benefits from Meteor Lake may unfold with future firmware updates and driver optimizations. The competitive edge Intel seeks in the laptop market depends on its ability to address these challenges and align its offerings with consumer preferences. As the industry evolves, it remains to be seen whether Intel can successfully position itself at the forefront of innovation in the ever-competitive laptop market.
Meanwhile, check out our review of the HP Envy 16 with dedicated Intel Arc graphics
Vivo, a BBK electronics subsidiary, recently launched the S18e alongside two of its more capable siblings: Vivo S18 and S18 Pro. This smartphone comes with a capable MediaTek processor and super fast charging among other things. In this article, we will discuss the Vivo S18e in greater detail, including its specifications, expected price in Nepal, and so on.
Vivo S18e Overview
Design and Display
While both the Vivo S18 and S18 Pro have the same design, the S18e is an outlier. This is probably a move to differentiate the affordable option from the series’ more premium offerings. It has a circular camera island with two cameras and flashlights each enclosed by a metallic ring. Additionally, the Vivo S18e weighs in at 193 grams and boasts an IP54 rating.
We have a 6.67-inch AMOLED screen acting as the face of the phone. It is a 120Hz screen with FHD+ (1,080 x 2,400 pixels) resolution. It also supports the DCI-P3 colour gamut and reaches 1,800 nits of peak brightness. In the meantime, the Vivo S18e comes in three different colour options: Cloud Shabai, Xiaguang Purple, and Starry Night Black.
Performance
Under the hood, we have the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 chipset coupled with the Mali G610 GPU. This SoC is a 4nm processor with eight cores clocking in at a maximum of 2.8 GHz. Moreover, it comes in two configurations: 12 GB + 256 GB, and 12 GB + 512 GB. Herein the RAM is a dual-channel LPDDR4X unit while the ROM is a UFS 2.2.
On the software side of things, the Vivo S18e ships with the Origin OS 4 based on Android 14 in China. It also comes with Jovi, which a Vivo’s answer to the likes of Siri and Bixby.
In the camera department, the Vivo S18e boasts a dual-camera setup on the rear that comprises a 50 MP Sony lens for the primary shooter. It is assisted by a 2 MP blur camera, or in other words, a depth sensor. Meanwhile, we have a 16 MP camera on the front sitting under the hole-punch camera cutout.
The Vivo S18e gets its power from a 4,800 mAh lithium battery that can juiced up via 80W wired flash charging. It offers dual SIM, dual 5G, WiFi 6, Bluetooth v5.3, as well as NFC support for wireless connectivity. On the contrary, it only supports wired connection via USB 2.0 Type-C for both charging and audio output. Additionally, it offers an under-display fingerprint sensor for added security.
Vivo S18e Specifications
Design: Diagonal patterns on the back on Cloud Shabai, Plain back on the other two options, IP54 dust and water resistant
Connectivity: Dual SIM, Dual-mode 5G, WiFi 6, Bluetooth v5.3, USB 2.0 Type-C, NFC
Colour Options: Cloud Shabai, Xiaguang Purple, Starry Night Black
Vivo S18e Price in Nepal and Availability
The Vivo S18e has been launched in China with a starting price of CNY 2,099. If the smartphone does make its way here, we expect the Vivo S18e price in Nepal to start from NPR 47,099.
Vivo S18e
Price in China (Official)
Price in Nepal (Expected)
12 GB + 256 GB
CNY 2,099
NPR 47,099
12 GB + 512 GB
CNY 2,299
NPR 51,549
Meanwhile, check out our OnePlus Open review video:
Samsung is one of the largest tech companies in the world, producing all sorts of consumer electronics. While the announcement of their most popular offering the Galaxy S series of smartphones is just around the corner, they just announced the Galaxy Book4 series, dubbing it the most intelligent and powerful Galaxy Book yet! In this article, let’s see what the Samsung Galaxy Book4 series is all about, including their features, specs, price in Nepal, availability, and more.
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Series Overview
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 series consists of four members: Galaxy Book4 Ultra, two models of Galaxy Book4 Pro, and Galaxy Book4 Pro 360. The Ultra variant is the most powerful offering from this series. Now, let’s get into further detail about the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Series, starting with:
Design and Display
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Series has a slim build and has a matte finish. According to Samsung, these laptops will have recycled materials including plastics, glass, and aluminium. Hence, the Galaxy Book4 series will likely have either a plastic or aluminium frame while featuring a glass screen.
While the Galaxy Book4 Ultra will come in a single Moonstone Grey colour, the Galaxy Book4 Pro and Galaxy Book4 360 will be available in Platinum Silver option as well. Additionally, as the name suggests Galaxy Book4 360 will be a convertible laptop with fully rotatable hinges.
In terms of display, all these models will be touchscreen and feature a Super AMOLED display. Additionally, all these screens are capable of 400 nits of peak brightness, and 120% DCI-P3 colour gamut. Furthermore, they feature WQXGA+ resolution with 2,880 x 1,800 pixels alongside a variable refresh rate of up to 120 Hz. In terms of screen size the Ultra and 360 variants will come in 16-inch only, while the Pro model will offer a 14-inch option as well.
Performance
Under the hood, the Galaxy Book4 Pro and 360 will have an Intel Core Ultra 7 or Intel Core Ultra 5 (Evo Edition) with a shared Intel Arc Graphics. On the other hand, the Ultra option comes with Intel Core Ultra 9 or Intel Core Ultra 7 (Evo Edition) alongside dedicated graphics of up to GeForce RTX 4070.
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro and 360 comes with two LPDDR5X memory options of 16 GB and 32 GB. Meanwhile, the Book4 Ultra also offers a 64 GB option.
In terms of storage, the 360 and Pro variants go up to 1 TB while the Ultra doubles that at a whopping 2TB. But while the latter two have support for future expansion, the 360 doesn’t.
Galaxy Book4 series will make use of the newly added neural processing unit in the Intel processors. This has paved the path for new AI capabilities for users to enjoy. The ultrabooks will ship with Windows 11 Home.
Battery and the rest
In the battery department, all the models except for the 14-inch Pro come with a 76Wh battery. The 14-inch Pro model is limited to a 63Wh cell, mostly due to its size. While the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra enjoys 140W charging, the rest have to make do with 65W. All of them enjoy USB-C PD though.
Similarly, all the variants offer wireless connectivity via WiFi 6E and Bluetooth v5.3. Additionally, they also come with a 2M (1080p FHD) webcam, studio-quality dual microphones, and AKG quad speakers. Lastly, the Samsung Galaxy Book4 360 comes with an S pen in the box.
The South Korean tech giant has announced that the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Series will be progressively made available in select markets. They will start shipping from their home country starting in January 2024.
While the announcement has been made, Samsung has opted to remain silent about pricing. Therefore, we will have to wait and see what the prices for the Samsung Galaxy Book4 series will be. We will update you as soon as we have further information on what the prices of these laptops are.
Meanwhile, check out our Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE review video
Vivo, one of the largest Chinese OEM brands, has just launched the S18 series of phones. This series includes three devices: toned-down S18e, vanilla S18, and S18 Pro. In this article, let’s go through the top-of-the-line Vivo S18 Pro, and its younger S18 sibling and talk about their design, features, specifications, and expected price in Nepal.
Vivo S18 and S18 Pro Overview
Design and Display
Both members of the S18 series have the same design. There’s a large rounded rectangle camera island on the back with a squircle camera module. Both also have the same dimensions measuring 164.36 x 75.10 x 7.45 mm.
But the Pro variant is indeed a bit heavier at 187 grams (vs. the 185-gram S18). The Vivo S18 Pro features an IP54 rating, whereas Vivo has remained silent regarding the dust and ingress protection for the standard variant.
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On the front, we have the same display measuring 6.78 inches diagonally. It is an AMOLED panel, that supports up to 120 Hz refresh rate and resolution of up to 1,260 x 2,800 pixels. Meanwhile, these screens also support peak brightness of 2,800 nits and frequency dimming of up to 2,160 Hz. Both these phones also share the colour options: White, Clear Green, and Black. The former two feature unique patterns on the back.
Performance
In terms of performance, the Vivo S18 Pro ships with the Dimensity 9200+ chipset. It is an octa-core processor built on a 4nm fabrication process that clocks in at 3.35 GHz peak clock speed. Meanwhile, it comes in two LPDDR5X memory options, viz. 12 GB and 16 GB. Similarly, it also comes in two UFS 3.1 storage options: 256 GB and 512 GB.
On the other hand, the Vivo S18 comes with Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 under the hood. It is also an octa-core processor that follows 4nm lithography. Contrarily, this SoC achieves a peak clock speed of 2.63 GHz. The Vivo S18 ships with two LPDDR4X RAM options: 8 GB, and 12 GB. In the meantime, it offers UFS 2.2 storage in 256 GB and 512 GB. Additionally, it also offers an LPDDR5 memory and UFS 3.1 storage option in 16 GB + 512 GB configuration.
Both the Vivo S18 and the Pro version ships with Origin OS 4 based on Android 14. In addition, they also feature a 50,000mm2 heat dissipation area. Concurrently, the devices also come with Jovi, which is Vivo’s take on a smartphone personal assistant. When these smartphones make their way to the global market, they will ship with the FunTouch OS.
In terms of cameras, the Vivo S18 Pro features a triple camera setup wherein the primary camera is a 50 MP Sony Bionic lens. It is assisted with a 50 MP ultrawide camera coupled with a 12 MP telephoto shooter. On the flip side, it has another 50MP selfie camera on the front. Meanwhile, in terms of Vivo S18, we are getting a dual camera setup of 50 MP primary and 8 MP ultrawide shooter. Similarly, we are getting a 50 MP front camera on the standard variant as well. Both models feature OIS support on the back.
Powering both the S18 and S18 Pro is a 5,000 mAh Lithium battery with 80W flash charging support. Adjacently, the Vivo S18 Pro supports WiFi 7, whereas the standard variant supports WiFi 6. On the contrary, the Vivo S18 comes with the latest Bluetooth v5.4 support whereas the Pro variant makes do with Bluetooth v5.3. Meanwhile, both phones come with 5G cellular connectivity as well as NFC support.
Vivo S18: Dual SIM, Dual-mode 5G, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, USB 2.0 Type-C, NFC
Vivo S18 Pro: Dual SIM, Dual-mode 5G, WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, USB 2.0 Type-C, NFC
Colour Options: Flowers are blooming (White), Clear (Green), Black
Vivo S18 and S18 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability
The Vivo S18 and S18 Pro start at CNY 2,299 and CNY 3,199 respectively. Given that, if and when they make their way to Nepal, we expect the Vivo S18 price in Nepal to start from NPR 51,549. Similarly, we expect the Vivo S18 Pro price in Nepal to start at NPR 71,999.
Smartphone
Configuration
Price in China (Official)
Price in Nepal (Expected)
Vivo S18
8 GB + 256 GB
CNY 2,299
NPR 51,549
12 GB + 256 GB
CNY 2,599
NPR 58,499
12 GB + 512 GB
CNY 2,799
NPR 62,999
16 GB + 512 GB
CNY 2,999
NPR 67,499
Vivo S18 Pro
12 GB + 256 GB
CNY 3,199
NPR 71,999
16 GB + 256 GB
CNY 3,499
NPR 78,499
16 GB + 512 GB
CNY 3,699
NPR 82,999
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