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Vivo V29e goes official in Nepal with Snapdragon 695

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November 1, 2023

Vivo V29e goes official in Nepal with Snapdragon 695

Vivo’s V series has got a new addition to the mix, the V29e. The V29 Lite, followed by the original V29, marked the beginning of the series in June. Now, the new V29e is official in Nepal. So, without further ado, let’s get into the specs, features, and expected price of Vivo V29e in Nepal.

Vivo V29e Overview:

Design and Display

Starting with the design, the V29e boasts a rear panel with a textured design. It is available in two color options: Forest Black and Rose Gold. The camera module on the rear comes with a ring light, like the V27e. Additionally, both cameras stay separate, with no island holding them together. In terms of ingress protection, you get an IP54 rating on this guy.

The Vivo V29e features an AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. This 6.67-inch panel boasts an FHD+ resolution (2400 x 1080 pixels).

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Performance

Moving on, the device is powered by Snapdragon 695 chipset. This three-year-old 5G chipset features 2 cores Kryo 660 Gold (Cortex-A78) at 2200 MHz and 6 cores of Kryo 660 Silver (Cortex-A55) at 1800 MHz. Vivo has paired the chip with 8GB of RAM and 128/256 GB of storage. On the software side, the phone boots on Funtouch OS 13 based on Android 13.

Vivo V29e Performance

Read our Vivo V29e review here

Camera

As for the optics, the smartphone houses a dual camera setup. It is headlined by a 64MP main sensor with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and an 8MP ultrawide unit. Over on the front, you get a 50MP AF camera for selfies and video calls.

Rest of the specs

The V29e is fueled by a 4800mAh battery with 44W fast charging. Talking of the connectivity options, you get 5G, WiFi 5, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, and a USB-C port.

Vivo V29e Specifications:

Display: 6.67-inch AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate
Resolution: FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G (6nm Mobile Platform)
Memory: 8GB RAM, 256GB storage
Software & UI: FunTouch OS 13 based on Android 13
Rear Camera: Dual;
– 64MP primary, OIS
– 8MP ultrawide
Front Camera: 50MP
Security: Under display fingerprint sensor
Connectivity: Dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1
Battery: 4800mAh with 44W fast charging

Vivo V29e Price in Nepal and Availability

The official Vivo V29e price in Nepal is NPR 42,999 for the sole 8/256GB version. The pre-booking will begin on 2nd November and conclude on 5th November.

Vivo V29e	Price in Nepal (Official)	Availability
8/256GB	NPR 42,999	Hukut

Meanwhile, you can check out our Vivo V25 and V25e review.

Vivo launched Vivo Y100 5G with Snapdragon 695 and up to 12GB RAM

Vivo

Sonika Bhandari

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October 31, 2023

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Vivo launched Vivo Y100 5G with Snapdragon 695 and up to 12GB RAM

The Vivo Y100 with Dimensity 900 SoC went official in February in India. And the brand has again come up with another Vivo Y100 with a 5G moniker with a different design and chip. Read this article to find out what the new Vivo Y100 5G has to offer including its specs, price in Nepal, and availability.

Vivo Y100 5G Overview:

Display and Design

The Vivo Y100 5G launched in China looks different from the Y100 launched in India, especially in the camera module both the back and front sections. The brand has focused on the design with a premium and textured feel. The size is also taller with a 6.78-inch curved OLED display with a refresh rate of 120 Hz (better than India’s 90Hz). Moreover, it supports Full HD+ resolution, has low blue light protection, and a 1,200Hz touch sampling rate.

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Furthermore, the device boasts Corning Gorilla Glass protection and has a glass back with a plastic frame. Vivo ships this guy in Glass Blue, Textured Green, and Starry Night Black color options. For dust and splash protection, it has a IP54 rating.

Performance and Storage

Under the hood, the Y100 5G is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 processor based on a 6nm architecture. This chipset was also seen in the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G which was launched 2 years ago. This Octa-core chip in Y100 5G is supported by the Adreno 619 GPU.

For storage, this smartphone offers up to 12GB of LPDDR4X RAM and storage options extending up to 512GB. You can also virtually expand the RAM.

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Camera

Getting to the optics, the smartphone sports a dual camera setup. It is headlined by a 64MP primary camera with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and a gimmicky 2MP depth sensing unit. On the front, we get an 8MP shooter for selfies and video calls.

Software, Battery, and More

On the software side, the Y100 5G runs on Android 13 with OriginOS 3. It packs a large 5,000mAh battery, which supports 44W fast charging. Furthermore, for connectivity, the device features Bluetooth 5.1, USB Type-C, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac (2.4GHz + 5GHz) and more. Moreover, you get an in-display fingerprint and 2D face recognition for security.

Vivo Y100 5G Specifications:

Body:
- (Blue and Green): 164.42x 74.92x 7.57mm, 183g
- (Black): 164.42 x 74.92x 7.49mm, 172g
Display: 6.78″ AMOLED panel, FHD+ (2400 × 1080 pixels), 120Hz refresh rate
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 (6nm)
GPU: Adreno 619 GPU
Memory: 8GB | 12GB LPDDR4x RAM, 128 | 256 |512 GB storage (expandable)
Software: OriginOS 3 (Android 13)
Dual Rear Camera: 64MP Primary Camera, f/1.79, OIS, 2MP Depth, LED flash
Front Camera: 8MP, f/2.0 (hole punch)
Battery: 5000mAh, 44W charging
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.1, 5G SA/NSA, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac (2.4GHz + 5GHz), GPS/ GLONASS/ Beidou, USB Type-C
Color Options: Glass Blue, Starry Night Black, and Textured Green

Vivo Y100 5G Price in Nepal and Availability

The smartphone is launched for a price of CNY 1,399 in China for the base 8/128GB variant. We expect the price of the Vivo Y100 5G in Nepal to start from NPR 28,599 if and when it launches here.

Vivo Y100	Price in China (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
8GB + 128GB	CNY 1,399	NPR 28,499
8GB + 256GB	CNY 1,599	NPR 32,499
12GB + 256GB	CNY 1,799	NPR 35,599
12GB + 512GB	CNY 1,999	NPR 39,599

Meanwhile, check out our review of Vivo V27.

Preview immersive 3D landscape of your destination, thanks to Google Maps

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October 31, 2023

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Preview immersive 3D landscape of your destination, thanks to Google Maps

In Google I/O, which was heavily based on AI, they also introduced us to Immersive View on Google Maps. Now, they have published it alongside other AI-focused capabilities. So, without further ado, allow me to get into all the new features in the Google Maps AI Update.

Google Maps AI Update: Overview

First, starting with the region-specific features (on-launch)

Immersive View

Immersive View is a new way to navigate through places by placing 3D models of the street on the map. From starting to finishing point, the app will show you a preview of the multidimensional structure of the route. What it uses is AI to combine billions of Street Views and aerial images for one complete view of the street.

Moreover, before leaving the place, you can prepare by using the time slider to determine when to leave. This feature simulates traffic and weather conditions at any given time while rendering models to best estimate the scene. Besides, developers can even create their own immersive experiences with photorealistic 3D tiles on the Google Maps Platform.

The only catch is that this feature is released first in Amsterdam, Barcelona, Dublin, Florence, Las Vegas, London, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Paris, San Francisco, San Jose, Seattle, Tokyo, and Venice. Google will be adding other cities slowly.

Lens in Map

Previously named “Search with Live View”, Lens in Maps lets you view the live markings on the building using augmented reality in conjunction with AI. Furthermore, once you get to the location, you can get recommendations to (let’s say) a coffee shop precisely based on where you are.

This feature will roll out in more than 50 new cities, including Austin, Las Vegas, Rome, São Paulo, and Taipei. However, Nepal won’t see any of the features until much later.

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More detailed maps

Google Maps will show new maps with more precision. The navigation will include more realistic buildings with updated colors to best represent a place. This particular feature will come to 12 countries, including the U.S., Canada, France, and Germany, in the coming months.

Additionally, there will be information about HOV lanes along your route for people in the US. And for those of you in Europe, the AI-powered speed limit information is expanding to 20 countries.

Now, to the features everyone can enjoy today

EV charging information

EV owners have a hard time refueling their vehicles, as it is a hassle to find a charging station in the town. Not only that but knowing the charging compatibility is also a sort of a problem. With the update, the map shows much more information about the station and its active status alongside the charging speed. Making it quite easy for the users to skip an inactive station.

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Find Inspirations

Another AI feature is “finding inspiration for things to do”. You can search Google Maps for what you want to do, and the maps will suggest the locations for you. There is also an image-based search utilizing AI. And when you click on one of the images, Google Maps will find you location that best fits the image. Their article states:

Now, when you search in Maps for specific things like the best place to find “animal latte art” or “pumpkin patch with my dog,” you’ll get photo-first results of what you’re looking for. These results are based on the analysis of billions of photos shared by the Google Maps community — all done with AI and advanced image recognition models.

Also, if you are somewhere outside and you ask for “things to do” in Google Maps, it will suggest multiple sections to do at the particular location. Further clicking on the option will show you the places to go for that particular theme.

Google Maps AI Update: Availability

Most of the features are currently locked within a geographic area. However, Google mentioned that the features will be extended all across the world. All of the features will be released on both Android and iOS. And the cars with Google built-in will get the detailed maps going for them as well.

Moreover, check out the ChatGPT Application on Android.

Here’s what to expect from tomorrow’s “Scary Fast” Apple event

Raizel Tandukar

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October 30, 2023

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Here’s what to expect from tomorrow’s “Scary Fast” Apple event

After unveiling the iPhone 15 series alongside Watch Ultra 2 and Watch Series 9 about a month ago, Apple is all set for another one. While the last event focused on the announcement of new iPhones and Apple Watches, this one will be more computer-centric. This Apple Event is titled “Scary Fast.”, and we will discuss what we know about it so far!

Apple “Scary Fast” Event Overview:

As mentioned earlier, this Apple event will be computer-centric, such that, it will focus on a new set of chips alongside an upgrade for the iMac. Thanks to Mark Gurman from Bloomberg, we have some initial information on the highlights of the event.

New Mac M3 Chips

Apple will be announcing a set of three new chips, namely M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max. All these chips will apparently be based on 3nm fabrication technology. This is quite a feat from Apple, considering these chips have been quite hard to obtain. Nonetheless, we expect this new line of chips to bring a significant performance boost over their predecessors. We have some insight into the architecture of these new chips as well.

The regular M3 chip is said to feature eight CPU cores altogether alongside 10 graphics cores. Similarly, the M3 Pro might arrive in various configurations starting with 12 CPU cores and 18 graphics cores. The higher-end variant of the same might boast 14 CPU cores and 20 graphics cores. Lastly, Apple has supposedly tested the M3 Max chip with 16 + 40 CPU and graphics cores respectively. A watered-down version of the Max chip may feature ‘only’ 32 graphics cores.

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iMac Upgrade

iMac is Apple’s all-in-one desktop computer that debuted back in 1998. The iMac received its latest upgrade over 2 years ago with the M1 chipset. It’s about time to give this device an upgrade it deserves! And since this year marks the silver jubilee for the product, what better occasion to do so? All in all, we expect an announcement relating to an upgrade in the upcoming Apple Event.

When and where to watch the Apple “Scary Fast” Event?

You can watch the Apple “Scary Fast” Event for absolutely free on their official website and YouTube. The event will commence on 30 October 2023, 5:00 PM PST. This correlates to 31 October 2023, 5:45 AM here in Nepal.

Meanwhile, check out our iPhone 15 Pro Max VS Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra comparison video

With Snapdragon X Elite, Windows laptops have a promising future

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October 30, 2023

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With Snapdragon X Elite, Windows laptops have a promising future

Arm is still not a popular name in the world of Windows PCs. It has not gained as much attention as the x86-based mobile CPUs from Intel and AMD. But Qualcomm hopes to change all of this with its new Snapdragon X Elite platform that has a custom Arm-based “Oryon” CPU. Let’s find out more.

Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite Overview:

12 cores (4nm)

Based on a 4nm process, the Snapdragon X Elite features 12 high-performance “Oryon” CPU cores, all clocked at up to 3.8 GHz. Out of which two of them can be boosted up to 4.3 GHz as well.

Better than the competition?

And with this, Qualcomm claims the Snapdragon X Elite has 2x the multi-core performance of the Intel Core i7-1360P CPU at ISO power (meaning at the same power level). Supposedly, this CPU matches Intel’s peak performance with 68% better power efficiency. Whereas compared to the top-of-the-line Core i9-13980HX, this Oryon CPU reportedly manages slightly faster single-threaded CPU performance too.

That too when consuming 70% less power!

Qualcomm even compared this new processor with Apple’s Arm-based M2 chip, with the Snapdragon allegedly coming out to be 50% faster in multi-threaded performance. However, this would not be fair competition since M2 has an 8-core CPU compared to X Elite’s 12-core setup.

When taking the fight to M2 Max which has a 12-core CPU, the X Elite is apparently 13.60% faster in terms of single-core performance while consuming 30% less power.

What about the GPU?

As for the graphics, X Elite’s integrated Adreno GPU reportedly beats AMD’s RDNA3-based Ryzen 9 7940HS by 80% while also being 80% more power-efficient.

Other than this, it has a peak performance of up to 4.6 TFLOPs and it supports DirectX 12 API as well. The Adreno video processing unit (VPU) it incorporates offers support for 4K 60 fps 10-bit encodes and decoders for H.264, HEVC (H.265), and AV1 file formats.

In addition, the Snapdragon X Elite goes big in terms of AI as well. Qualcomm has included a Hexagon NPU here that’s capable of processing 45 trillion operations per second (TOPs). And it can run generative AI models with over 13 billion parameters on-device at 30 tokens per second.

What else?

Apart from that, Snapdragon X Elite supports up to 64GB LPDDR5x RAM with up to 136 GB/s bandwidth. As for storage, it works with PCIe Gen4, UFS 4.0, and SD 3.0 protocols. Furthermore, wireless connectivity options include WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4, alongside a Snapdragon X65 5G modem for cellular connectivity (up to 10 Gbps download speed).

Other features of this chip include Qualcomm Aqstic DAC for lossless audio playback and Qualcomm Spectra ISP (image signal processor) with support for two cameras (36MP) and 4K HDR video capture. It supports USB4 specifications as well for data transfer, power delivery, and display output.

Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite Specifications:

Process: 4nm node
Core: 12x Oryon @ 3.8GHz (up to 4.3GHz)
GPU: Adreno (4.6 TFLOPs), supports DirectX 12
Video Processing Unit: Adreno
- Encoder: 4K60 10-bit
- Decoder: H.264, HEVC (H.265), AV1
NPU: Hexagon (45 TOPs)
Memory: Up to 64GB LPDDR5x RAM,
Storage: PCIe Gen4, UFS 4.0, SD 3.0
Wireless: WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.4
5G modem: Snapdragon X65 (up to 10Gbps)

Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite Availability

According to Qualcomm, Windows PCs with Snapdragon X Elite are due in mid-2024. And as per the latest rumors, Microsoft will feature this new chip in their Surface Pro 10 — while companies like HP, Dell, Asus, Lenovo, and Samsung will also have their take on this.

Meanwhile, check our comparison between Galaxy S23 Ultra and iPhone 15 Pro Max

Qualcomm launches the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, here’s what’s new!

Qualcomm

Mintu

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October 29, 2023

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Qualcomm launches the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, here’s what’s new!

Qualcomm has finally announced the successor to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 at their recently held Snapdragon Summit! There were so much speculation and rumors going around the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. Now that it’s here, let’s take a look at the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor along with what it brings to the table and so on.

Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Overview:

The CPU and the GPU

The new chipset from Qualcomm stays on the 4nm fabrication technology with a new core architecture. It features a prime core with ARM Cortex-X4 technology and a maximum clock speed of 3.3 GHz. It is then coupled with five performance cores clocking in at 3.2 GHz and two efficiency cores at 2.3 GHz. The company says the new CPU offers 30% better performance as well as being 20% more power efficient.

In terms of the GPU, we are getting an Adreno 750 which supposedly delivers up to 25% improved performance than its predecessor. Along with that, Qualcomm claims that it is also 25% more power efficient. Furthermore, this new chipset offers 240 FPS support as well as lifelike lighting with 40% better hardware-accelerated ray tracing.

AI Engine and Connectivity

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 has a Qualcomm Hexagon NPU (Neural Processing Unit), that focuses solely on the AI side of things. The company says this iteration of their NPU boasts a whopping 98% performance boost! This helps us make better use of virtual assistants, GPT chatbots, stable diffusion, and more things AI-related.

Moving on, Qualcomm will be using its new “Snapdragon X75 5G” modem for this chip. This modem allows 5G dual-SIM dual-Active (DSDA), meaning it enables simultaneous use of 5G on both your SIM cards. Furthermore, this new chipset also features the Qualcomm FastConnect 7800 system, wherein it supports WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4. It also supports six-way navigation support with GPS, Glonass, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS, and NavIC.

Hardware support and the rest

The new Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 supports up to 24 GB LPDDR5x RAM with a clock speed of up to 4.8 GHz. Similarly, it offers UFS 4.0 storage along with USB Type-C 3.1 Gen 2 support. It also supports Qualcomm Quick Charge 5 technology that enables charging speeds of up to 0–50 in a mere five minutes with a 100W+ charger.

In terms of multimedia, we get Qualcomm Spectra image signal processor and Qualcomm Aqstic technology support. As a result, this SoC supports Rec. 2020 color gamut along with 8K HDR video capture at 30 FPS. Similarly, in terms of audio, it offers spatial audio with a head-tracking feature alongside 24-bit 96KHz lossless audio on Bluetooth.

Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Availability

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 was announced at the Snapdragon Summit a few days earlier. This new chipset will roll out with the top-of-the-line offerings from various companies. The first adopter of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 is the Xiaomi 14, showcased in the same event.

And lastly, Qualcomm has name-dropped a bunch of other companies that are adopting their new offerings. This includes the likes of ASUS, Honor, iQOO, MEIZU, NIO, Nubia, OnePlus, OPPO, Realme, Redmi, RedMagic, Sony, Vivo, and ZTE.

Meanwhile, check our comparison between Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, A16 Bionic, and Dimensity 9200.

OPPO A79 5G launched with the Dimensity 6020 and a ‘Sunlight’ display

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Sonika Bhandari

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October 29, 2023

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OPPO A79 5G launched with the Dimensity 6020 and a ‘Sunlight’ display

OPPO has recently unveiled its latest mid-range smartphone in India, the OPPO A79. The main highlight of the device is its “glowing feather design” along with its sunlight display and dual speakers. Apart from these, OPPO has offered a lot of other things as well. Let’s delve into specs, expected price in Nepal, and availability of the new OPPO A79 5G.

OPPO A79 5G Overview:

Design and Display

The phone features a slim design, measuring 7.99mm thick and weighing 193 grams. OPPO has offered a unique feather-like design which is one of the highlights of the phone. It has a polycarbonate frame with a metallic texture and a flat rear panel. The phone is available in two colors Glowing Green and Mystery Black.

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The front of the device boasts a 6.72-inch display with a Full HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. OPPO has included its “All Day AI eye protection” for safe viewing, and the phone supports HD video streaming from services like Amazon Prime and Netflix.

Moreover, the A79 5G’s display offers a peak brightness of 680 nits and with this, the company advertised this model as “you can see every detail, even in bright sunlight” with its sunlight display.

Performance and Storage

Under the hood, the OPPO A79 is powered by the octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 6020 SoC. For GPU, it is supported by Mali-G57 MC2@950MHz. These chips combine with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The phone also offers virtual RAM expansion for improved performance.

Camera and Battery

The OPPO A79 5G features a dual-camera setup on the rear, consisting of a 50MP primary camera and a 2MP depth sensor. On the front, there’s an 8MP selfie camera. The device is equipped with a substantial 5,000mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging.

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Rest of the features

On the software side, the A79 5G comes with the ColorOS 13 based on Android 13. For security, it has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner and facial recognition. Other than this, the phone is IPX4 splash-resistant, and it has a USB-C port and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

The device is also equipped with dual stereo speakers and something called “Ultra Volume Mode”. As per OPPO, it pushes the volume limits beyond the standard 100%, reaching up to 300% for speakers and 200% for earpiece calls.

OPPO A79 5G Specifications:

Dimensions: 165.6 x 76.0 x 7.99mm, 193g
IP Rating: Yes, IPX4 splash resistant
Display: 6.72″ FHD+ LCD, 90Hz refresh rate, 680 nits brightness
Protection: Panda Glass (twice-reinforced)
Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 6020 (7nm processor)
GPU: Mali-G57 MC2 @950MHz
Memory: 8GB RAM, 128GB storage (expandable)
Software & UI: Android 13 with ColorOS 13.1 on top
Rear Camera: Dual (50MP main, 2MP depth)
Front Camera: 8MP (hole-punch cutout)
Security: Face-unlock, Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Audio: Dual stereo Speakers
Battery: 5000mAh with 33W charging, USB Type-C
Colors: Glowing Green, Mystery Black
Others: 3.5 mm headphone jack, Bluetooth 5.3, Ambient light sensor, Proximity sensor, Geomagnetic sensor, Gyroscope, Gravity sensor, Step counting

OPPO A79 5G Price in Nepal and Availability

The A79 5G is available in India at a price of INR 19,999 for the sole 8/128GB variant. If it makes its way here, we can expect the OPPO A79 5G price in Nepal to be around NPR 34,000.

OPPO A79 5G	Price in India (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
8/128GB	INR 19,999	NPR 33,999

Meanwhile, check our OPPO Reno 10 Pro+ review

Xiaomi 14 Pro debuts with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, Titanium frame

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Mintu

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October 29, 2023

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Xiaomi 14 Pro debuts with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, Titanium frame

At the “Leap Beyond the Moment” event, Xiaomi unveiled the Xiaomi 14, Xiaomi 14 Pro, and HyperOS. Sharing identicality with the vanilla model, the Xiaomi 14 Pro brings some extra goodies such as the USB 3.2 Gen 2 port, Dragon Crystal glass, and Titanium frame. Without further ado, let’s get into the specs, features, and expected price of the Xiaomi 14 Pro in Nepal.

Xiaomi 14 Pro Overview:

Design

The Xiaomi 14 Pro shares a similar design language to its vanilla sibling. You get the boxy frames with curved edges and the same squarish protruding camera module with Leica branding. However, the “Pro” moniker signifies a bigger body and better build. There is an exclusive variant of this device with a titanium frame like the iPhone 15 Pro Max. Likewise, there is an IP68 rating against dust and water drips. Xiaomi ships this guy in four shades: White, Black, Green and Titanium.

Dragon Crystal Glass

What’s even better is the Dragon Crystal Glass, an in-house protective layer for the Xiaomi 14 Pro’s display which is available for both regular and titanium variants. Made up of lithium oxide, silicon dioxide, aluminum oxide, zirconium oxide, phosphorus pentoxide, and sodium oxide, the glass has 25nm-sized nanocrystals providing 10 times higher drop resistance.

Talking of the display, it is a 6.7-inch curved C8 LTPO AMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate, a 2K resolution, 1920Hz PWM dimming, and a whopping 3000 nits of peak brightness. Other than that, it bags HDR10+ and Dolby Vision certifications.

Meanwhile, check out all the prices and specs of Xiaomi phones and devices here

Snapdragon 8 Gen 3

The Xiaomi 14 Pro becomes the world’s first smartphone powered by the flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC. This newly launched chipset packs a heft of a performance punch with a prime Cortex-X4 core clocking at 3.3GHz, five Cortex-A720 cores at 3.2GHz, and two A520 cores running at 2.3GHz frequency. Handling the graphics is Adreno 750 GPU. Fear not, there is a gas-liquid separation channel for heat dissipation as well.

Memory-wise, the Xiaomi 14 Pro is available in three variants: 12/256GB, 16/512GB, and 16GB/1TB. Likewise, booting the smartphone is HyperOS built on top of Android 14.

Leica Cameras

One of the key USPs here has to be none other than the Leica cameras. The Hunter 900 50MP main camera of this phone arrives with a variable f/1.42 – f/4.0 aperture, allowing more flexibility for depth of field and bokeh controls.

Over on the front, there is a 32MP snapper for selfies and taking video calls.

Rest of the Specs

Moving on, the smartphone is fueled by a 4880mAh battery with 120W wired, 50W wireless, and 10W reverse wireless charging support. Connectivity options include 5G, WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps), GPS and NFC. Moreover, you get an indisplay fingerprint scanner for biometrics security.

Xiaomi 14 Pro Specifications:

Body: 161.4 x 75.3 x 8.5mm, 223/230 gm; IP68 rating
Display: 6.73″ C8 AMOLED curved panel, 120Hz LTPO refresh rate, Up to 240Hz touch sampling rate, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 3000 nits peak brightness, 12-bit colors
Resolution: WQHD+ (3200 x 1440 pixels)
Display Protection: Xiaomi Longjing Glass
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm Mobile Platform)
Memory: 8/12/16GB LPDDR5X RAM, 128/256/512GB/1TB UFS 4.0 storage
Software & UI: Android 14 with Xiaomi’s HyperOS on top
Rear Camera: Triple (with LED flash);
– 50MP, f/1.42-f/4.0 aperture, OIS
– 50MP f/2.2 ultra-wide lens, 115º FOV
– 50M f/2 telephoto lens, OIS, 3.2X optical zoom
Front Camera: 32MP sensor (punch-hole cutout)
Audio: Dual speaker setup, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res & Hi-Res Wireless
Security: In-display fingerprint sensor, Face unlock
Battery: 4880mAh
Charging: 120W wired, 50W wireless, 10W reverse wireless

Xiaomi 14 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

In China, the Xiaomi 14 Pro retails at the starting price of CNY 4,999 for the base 12/256GB version. We expect the Xiaomi 14 Pro price in Nepal to begin from NPR 114,999 when it makes it here.

Xiaomi 14 Pro	Price in China (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
12/256GB	CNY 4,999	NPR 114,999
16/512GB	CNY 5,499	NPR 129,999
16GB/1TB	CNY 5,999	NPR 141,999
16GB/1TB (Titanium)	CNY 6,499	NPR 153,999

Meanwhile, you can check our iPhone 15 review.

Mortal Kombat: Onslaught – free on Google Play and Apple Store.

Games

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October 29, 2023

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Mortal Kombat: Onslaught – free on Google Play and Apple Store.

The year-long wait for the all-new Mortal Kombat: Onslaught finally ended a couple of days earlier. Onslaught is a new game in the Mortal Kombat series, made by NetherRealms. This one is a real-time, collection role-playing game (cRPG)and is mobile exclusive. So, in this article, let’s discuss the new Mortal Kombat game, its lore, character offerings, and a whole lot more.

Mortal Kombat: Onslaught Overview

This game features an action-packed story centered around Shinnok’s mission for destruction.

Features of the game

The game offers quality graphics, cool movie-like scenes, and really intense fights. In the new Mortal Kombat, you can play famous characters like Sub-Zero, Liu Kang, Scorpion, Kitana, Cyrax and Smoke that fans love.

In the game, you work with Raiden to stop a powerful Shinnok from getting strong again by putting together a strong team of fighters. All the characters in the game fall into four main groups: Assassins, Warriors, Snipers, and Defenders.

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Each character in the game has their own special moves and skills, but you can only pick four of them for your team. The game also lets you compete against others in PvP seasons, which is great if you like competitive fighting games.

As you face harder challenges, you can make your fighters better by improving their skills, special moves, and gear. You can also collect powerful Mortal Kombat items. There are special modes like the Boss Tower and Chasm Modes to help you become a better fighter. You can also have real-time fights in the Earthrealm Arena to win rewards during PvP seasons.

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Mortal Kombat: Onslaught Availability

Mortal Kombat: Onslaught is available for free download on the App Store and Google Play.

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Mortal Kombat: Onslaught	iOS
Mortal Kombat: Onslaught	Android

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XReal’s latest AR glasses with micro-OLED display launched globally

Raizel Tandukar

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October 29, 2023

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XReal’s latest AR glasses with micro-OLED display launched globally

XReal, formerly known as NReal, has globally launched two versions of its next-generation AR glasses in the form of Air 2 and Air 2 Pro. In this article, we will be discussing the XReal Air 2 and Air 2 Pro in more detail, including their specs, features, availability, expected price in Nepal, and more.

XReal Air 2 and Air 2 Pro Overview:

Design and display

Design-wise, both the models of XReal’s new AR glasses look like, well, sunglasses. Their build is pretty similar to regular sunglasses except for a display underneath. The 0.55-inch micro-OLED panel from Sony is the main highlight of both the Air 2 and Air 2 Pro as XReal is the first adopter of this display technology. It is quite sharp with a 4,032 ppi (a 21% rise from its predecessor), while it apparently gives you a view equivalent to that of a 330-inch display.

Moreover, the XReal Air 2 series is available in grey and red color options. The company also provides 7 different sticker options for additional personalization. They have also managed to cut the weight of Air 2 to only 72gm (while Air 2 Pro weighs 75gm) by using materials like magnesium alloy. Furthermore, the company has shifted more of the device’s weight towards the temple. As a result, XReal’s new AR glasses have better weight distribution and achieve better balance.

Features and more

In terms of audio, these AR glasses support X-Spatial Sound 2.0, which offers better mid-low-frequency sounds and prevents sound leakage too. These glasses have also received TÜV Rheinland certifications for color accuracy, eye comfort, low blue light, and zero flicker. You can connect these glasses via the onboard USB Type-C port too.

These new AR glasses also have a companion handest called the “XReal Beam”, which was released earlier this year. You can use this handset as a remote control for the AR glasses. The beam comes pre-installed with two tablet versions of apps from Bilibili and iQiyi.

Other than this, almost all the aspects of the XReal Air 2 and Air 2 Pro are the same. The only difference is that the Air 2 Pro has three levels — 0%, 35%, and 100% — of electrochromic dimming. XReal calls it “Immersion Control” and with this, you can control how much of the outside world you can view. With 0% letting it all in while setting it to 100% blocks the view to the outer world completely.

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XReal Air 2 and Air 2 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

While these AR glasses were originally exclusive to China, they’re now available in the US too. With the Air 2 starting at USD 399 and the Pro model at USD 449. Although highly unlikely, we expect the XReal Air 2 and Air 2 Pro price in Nepal to start at NPR 63,699 and NPR 71,599, respectively if they launch here.

XReal AR Glasses	Price in USA (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
XReal Air 2	USD 399	NPR 63,699
XReal Air 2 Pro	USD 449	NPR 71,599
XReal Air 2 + XReal Beam	USD 499	NPR 79,599
XReal Air 2 Pro + XReal Beam	USD 549	NPR 87,599

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