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JBL Soundgear Sense earbuds announced with ‘OpenSound Technology’ and removable neckband.

JBL
TWS

Aarohan Niraula

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September 4, 2023

JBL Soundgear Sense earbuds announced with ‘OpenSound Technology’ and removable neckband.

Alongside the new Live headphones, JBL also announced the Soundgear Sense True Wireless Stereo earbuds with their new “Open Sound Technology”. In this article, let’s glance at the features, specifications, and expected price in Nepal of the JBL Soundgear Sense earbuds.

JBL Soundgear Sense Overview

Design

These TWS buds feature an open design with ear hooks. They also come with a detachable neckband that you can use for added security during workouts or jogging.

Soundgear Sense buds allow users to hear their surroundings while listening to their favorite artists. This is helpful for athletes, joggers, and cyclists who want to enjoy music but not at the cost of total isolation. You can even use them during exercise thanks to their IP54 dust and splash rating.

“Features such as Ambient Aware are so popular in our TWS earbuds that we wanted to take this to the next level and create a naturally open design that provides a true connection with the outside world,” – Carsten Olesen, JBL.

They are available in Black and White color options.

Sound

For sound, these buds use JBL’s OpenSound Technology with air conduction. They are equipped with 16.2mm audio drivers and come with touch controls. You can tune the sound to your needs using the JBL Headphones App for EQ adjustments and audio profiling.

JBL Soundgear Sense buds feature Bluetooth 5. 3 and have LE support. Furthermore, they support Bluetooth Multipoint for connecting to multiple devices at a time. They can last for up to 6 hours on a single charge and a quick 15-minute charge adds up to 4 additional hours of playtime.

JBL Soundgear Sense Specifications:

Driver: 16.2mm
Waterproof: Yes, IP54 dust and splash-resistant
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3
Audio Codecs: Unspecified
Playback Time: 6 hours (buds), 24 hours (with charging case)
Port: USB Type-C

JBL Soundgear Sense Price in Nepal and Availability

The Soundgear Sense earbuds are available for purchase via JBL’s website with a price tag of GBP 130. If they do make their way here, we expected the JBL Soundgear Sense TWS earbuds price in Nepal to be around NPR 26,999.

JBL TWS earbuds	Price in the UK	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Soundgear Sense	GBP 129	NPR 26,999

Tecno Phantom Ultimate unveiled as a concept rollable phone

Tecno

Raizel Tandukar

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September 4, 2023

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Tecno Phantom Ultimate unveiled as a concept rollable phone

Tecno Mobile recently released a video on their YouTube channel showcasing a rollable smartphone concept. Adding to its Phantom line of phones, the Tecno Phantom Ultimate expands from 6.5-inch to 7.1-inch in a matter of seconds. But before getting your hopes high and everything, let me clarify that this is just a concept phone for now.

Tecno Phantom Ultimate Overview:

As seen from the video, the Phantom Ultimate has a ridged texture at the back. Similar to something we’ve seen a lot of budget phones from Realme and even something like the infamous RED Hydrogen One. The phone also has three camera bumps, although it appears to have four camera lenses. The central bump has an interesting ring-like enclosure within it, which could be the LED flash.

As expected, Tecno has put a big emphasis on the screen of Phantom Ultimate. The excess part of the screen that tucks back in also acts as a secondary screen, and it can display things like date, time, and battery level. There’s a dedicated button to expand the screen, while that’s possible with a three-finger-swipe gesture too. In terms of technical aspects, the screen measures 6.55” when rested. Or 7.11” in about 1.3 seconds when rolled out.

Tecno Phantom Ultimate is said to pack a new “high torque” powertrain and a “single-drive motor system” to achieve the roll speed of the screen. Additionally, the screen itself is said to be a “Dynamic LTPO” display with a resolution of 2296 × 1596 pixels. The screen is said to cover 100% of the DCI-P3 colour gamut and can achieve a peak brightness of 1,100 nits.

What are “concept phones” actually?

Concept phones are a working prototype of phones with some sort of technology that’s not ready for the masses yet. And it can be seen more as a proof of concept instead. Companies have made all sorts of concept phones from cameras with electrochromic glass, detachable parts, transparent phones, and so on.

These phones are produced to test the feasibility of the cutting-edge technology of the companies, rather than generating revenue from it. Such unorthodox technology may turn out to be the norm in the near future. For example: foldable phones were limited to being concept phones not too long ago, but they are now commercially available.

Concept of rollable phones

A rollable phone sounds very futuristic and bleeding age — even today — but this is not the first time we have heard of a rollable phone. Oppo showcased a similar rollable phone a few years back in the form of Oppo X 2021. Whereas even Apple and Samsung have been rumoured to be fiddling with the idea of rollables.

Tecno Phantom Ultimate Availability

As aforementioned — before getting your hopes high — I should remind you that the Phantom Ultimate is a “concept phone”. Thus, it’s unclear if Tecno ever plans to commercially produce it. Even Tecno themselves say the phone is “set to unroll the future” in their official unveiling video.

Meanwhile, check our comparison between Realme Buds Air 5 Pro and OPPO Enco Air 3 Pro

Fake AMOLED display on the Asta Wolf Phoenix smartwatch! Here’s how!

Aarohan Niraula

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September 4, 2023

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Fake AMOLED display on the Asta Wolf Phoenix smartwatch! Here’s how!

Recently launched Nepalese Accessories brand, Asta Wolf, has left a positive impression on most people. But unfortunately, that hasn’t been the case with us. Though we have quite a few things to say about the brand, I’ll stick to talking about their (Asta) Wolf Phoenix smartwatch and its fake AMOLED screen in this article.

What’s wrong with Asta Wolf Phoenix?

For starters, the Wolf Phoenix is an affordable yet feature-rich smartwatch priced under NPR 4,000 rupees. It comes with SPO2 tracking, a heart rate monitor, a steps tracker, app support, and more. But the main selling point of the Phoenix is its ‘AMOLED’ display. Mind you, finding an AMOLED screen on a smartwatch at this price point is a pretty sweet deal. So naturally, I was excited to try it out as soon as I could. But my delight quickly turned to disappointment when I realized the screen was definitely NOT an OLED one.

LCD vs AMOLED

LCD displays use a backlight to produce images, while OLED displays have LEDs that light up individual pixels. This means that OLED displays can turn off those individual pixels to produce true deep blacks, while LCD displays can only block the backlight to produce (less) dark colors. They also have richer colors and better color accuracy at low brightness. However, Asta Wolf Phoenix has an LCD panel instead of an AMOLED one.

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When I tried out the Phoenix smartwatch, the colors felt off, there was bleeding on the edges, and it didn’t feel like an AMOLED at all. So, just to be 100% sure, I set the watch face to black wallpaper and tried it out in a dark room. The result was as expected, the screen displayed a lightish grey color but it was not pitch black.

Likewise, we also conducted the microscope pixel testing using our high-res macro lens (Sigma 70mm Macro) and found out the black portion on the Phoenix watch had lights turned ON, indicating it’s an LCD panel. As such, the Wolf Phoenix Smartwatch doesn’t have an AMOLED panel.

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Asta Wolf still claiming that Phoenix has an AMOLED screen

The sad thing is the company is still claiming that Asta Wolf Phoenix has an AMOLED panel on its social media including Daraz Q&A and Review section. They have even claimed to come up with a “Certification” from their vendor in the coming days. This is pure arrogance and just not acceptable. A brand is misleading consumers into buying a product that is not what it claims to be.

I am a little disappointed in Daraz too. Asta Wolf launched as a Daraz-exclusive brand so they needed to do their due diligence as well. They are promoting a brand without verifying the claims it’s making, which ultimately affects the consumers.

Daraz has built up consumer trust via reliable service and ease of use. However, such carelessness can quickly undermine that hard-earned reputation and damage trust. This AMOLED fiasco on the Asta Wolf Phoenix is just an example. There must be systems in place to ensure consumer fraud doesn’t foster in coming days.

The False Marketing

I am surprised by some of the tech influencers as well. None of the videos I watched had any bad things to say about Asta Wolf Phoenix.

Likewise, there are a lot of paid promotions on platforms like TikTok which features influencers who had nothing to do with tech. A food blogger reading vague specs of a Bluetooth speaker or a comedian talking about a battery health-protecting power bank doesn’t exude confidence in the buyer.

I understand what Asta Wolf is doing for marketing, but I expected ‘influencers’ to do at least a little bit of research which is clearly lacking here. Even some tech YouTubers got it wrong this time around which makes me question the integrity of tech content I have been consuming for the last few years.

The Aftermath

Everyone who got the Phoenix in hopes of an AMOLED screen was cheated and hence deserves a refund or some kind of compensation. I also want Asta Wolf to discontinue the Phoenix completely to prevent further damage. And to other upcoming Nepali OEM brands, let this act as a lesson. A lesson not to mislead consumers, no matter how ‘affordable’ your product is. So, that’s all I had to say about the Asta Wolf Phoenix fake AMOLED scandal.

But you can check out our opinion on the brand’s other shenanigans here :

JBL Live 670NC and Live 770NC headphones announced with True Adaptive ANC and JBL Spatial Sound

Aarohan Niraula

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September 3, 2023

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JBL Live 670NC and Live 770NC headphones announced with True Adaptive ANC and JBL Spatial Sound

JBL just added two new headphones to its midrange lineup: the Live 670NC and the Live 770NC. Under the hood, they are the same device with a different ear design but more on that later. For now, let’s get right into the design, specifications, and price in Nepal of the JBL Live 670 NC and Live 770NC.

JBL LIVE 670NC and 770NC Overview

Design

Both headphones sport an attractive design with a lightweight comfortable build. Live 670NC are On-Ear headphones with smaller cups whereas the Live 770NC are larger Over-Ear headphones. They are available in Black, White, Blue, and Rose colors.

Features

Both headphones come with 40mm dynamic drivers and support True Adaptive ANC and Smart Ambient technology. The drivers are also equipped with JBL Spatial Sound Technology for a fuller surround sound.

You can optimize your listening experience by customizing your audio profile with Harman’s Personi-Fi 2.0. Besides that, the JBL Live headphones support MultiPoint Bluetooth and auto-pause/play. They feature Bluetooth 5.3 and will support LE Audio via a future update.

They are equipped with 2 beamforming microphones for crisp call quality. Live 670NC and Live 770NC have up to 50 hours of playback with ANC (up to 65 hours without ANC). And if you do run out of juice, a quick 5-minute charge can you give an additional 4 hours of playback.

JBL Live 670NC and 770NC Specifications:

Weight:
- Live 670NC: 219 grams
- Live 770NC: 256 grams
Headphone Type:
- Live 670NC: on-ear
- Live 770NC: over-ear
Driver Unit: 40mm, dynamic
Impedance: 32Ω
Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20,000 Hz
Frequency Response (Bluetooth Communication): 2.4 GHz – 2.4835 GHz
Input: Audio jack
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3
Codecs: Unspecified
Active Noise Cancelling: Yes
Playback Time: 50 hours (ANC on), 65 hours (ANC off)
Charging: 3 hours
Features: True Adaptive ANC, JBL Spatial Sound, Bluetooth Multipoint

JBL Live 670NC and 770NC Price in Nepal and Availability

These Live headphones are now available for purchase from JBL’s website with a starting price tag of GBP 120. If they make it here, we expect JBL Live 670NC and 770NC price in Nepal to be around NPR 29,000 and NPR 35,000 respectively.

JBL Live Headphones	Price in the UK	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Live 670NC	GBP 120	NPR 29,000
Live 770NC	GBP 160	NPR 35,000

Nepali tech company Yarsa Tech launches NIZI Power 12V!

Raizel Tandukar

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September 3, 2023

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Nepali tech company Yarsa Tech launches NIZI Power 12V!

We have all been prone to a few hours of power cuts lately with all the upgrades to our power lines happening right now. With this Nepali problem comes a Nepali solution! NIZI Power 12V from Yarsa Tech! In this article, we’ll get into the specs, features, and official price of NIZI Power 12V in Nepal.

NIZI Power 12V Overview:

Company Overview

Before stepping into the product details, let’s learn about the company first. Yarsa Tech is a sister company to Yarsa Games, that has produced banger games popular among Nepali folks such as Ludo and Call Break. It is an electronics company as well as a Research and Development lab based in the lake city of Nepal — Pokhara. This consumer-based electronics manufacturing company has produced innovative products such as Junkiri and AudiQR. Adding to the list of their impressive portfolio of products is NIZI Power 12V!

NIZI Power 12V Overview

NIZI Power 12V is a power bank designed to provide backup power to electronic devices during power outages. This power bank boasts a monstrous 8,800 mAh cell, able to provide 6 to 8 hours of backup.

This product is really a jack of all trades, able to power a variety of different devices. It is able to power routers, cameras, CCTV systems, door control systems, attendance systems, network equipment, security systems, etc. In addition, it can even provide power to our personal devices like mobile phones and tablets.

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Yarsa Tech NIZI Power 12V Price in Nepal and Availability

The Yarsa Tech NIZI Power 12V price in Nepal is NPR 3,000 with a 1-year warranty in addition. You can buy NIZI Power 12V directly from their website.

Yarsa Tech NIZI Power 12V	Price in Nepal
NIZI Power 12V	रु. 3,000

Meanwhile, you can check our Problems with Nepali OEM Brands video.

Sony Xperia 5 V is official with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and 52MP EXMOR T camera

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Mintu

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September 3, 2023

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Sony Xperia 5 V is official with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and 52MP EXMOR T camera

After the launch of the Sony Xperia 10 V in June, a new Sony phone is here. The Japanese tech giant has unveiled a flagship phone with the Xperia 5 V moniker. In this article, we’ll walk through the specs, features, and expected price of the Sony Xperia 5 V in Nepal.

Sony Xperia 5 V Overview:

Snapdragon 8 Gen 2

The Xperia 5 V gets the flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip from Qualcomm. This tried and tested 5G silicon is already powering multiple flagship devices in the market. It features one Cortex-X3 core at 3.2 GHz, two Cortex-A715 cores at 2.8 GHz, two Cortex-A710 cores at 2.8 GHz, and three Cortex-A510 cores at 2.0 GHz. Running the graphics is an Adreno 740 GPU.

Memory-wise, the Xperia 5 V is available in an 8/128GB trim. You can expand the storage via a microSD card slot. Meanwhile, booting the phone is Android 13 OS for the phone. At the same time, there might be more memory variants.

Design and Display

Design-wise, the Xperia 5 V sports a flat metallic frame build with curved edges. Sony has ensured an ergonomic experience with a fingerprint-free frosted glass rear panel. Other than that, the phone also retains the 3.5mm headphone jack. Likewise, you get three color options here: Black, Platinum Silver, and Blue.

Talking of the display, the Xperia 5 V features a notch-less 6.1-inch panel with Sony’s typical 21:9 aspect ratio. This OLED panel boasts a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10, and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection.

Optics

In terms of optics, you are greeted with a Zeiss-coated dual-camera setup. The primary sensor is a 52MP EXMOR T shooter with 48MP resolution, f/1.9 aperture, Dual Pixel PDAF, and OIS. It shoots 12MP images by default at 24mm while, also being able to capture 2x optically zoom images at 48mm. It is accompanied by a 12MP ultrawide unit. While on the front, there is a 12MP selfie camera with 5-axis gyro-EIS stabilization.

Other Specs

Fueling the phone is a 5,000mAh battery with 30W PD charging and Qi wireless charging support. Connectivity options include 5G, WiFi 6, NFC, GPS, a USB 3.2 port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack on this phone. Likewise, you get a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for biometrics security.

Sony Xperia 5 V Specifications:

Display: 6.1-inches OLED panel, 120Hz refresh rate, Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Resolution: FHD+ (2520 x 1080 pixels), 21:9 aspect ratio
Chipset: Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
Memory: 8GB RAM, 128GB storage
Software & UI: Android 13
Rear Camera: Dual;
– 52MP, 24mm primary
– 12MP, 16mm ultrawide
Front Camera: 12MP sensor
Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor
Battery: 5000mAh with 30W fast charging, Qi wireless charging

Sony Xperia 5 V Price in Nepal and Availability

The Sony Xperia 5 V is priced at EUR 999 for the 8/128GB model. As the European pricing is generally on the higher side, we expect the Sony Xperia 5 V price in Nepal to be 143,499 (directly converted) if and when it launches here.

Sony Xperia 5 V	Official Price	Price in Nepal (Converted)
8/256GB	EUR 999	NPR 143,999

Meanwhile, you can check our Oppo Reno 10 Pro review.

Lenovo Tab P12 with 3K display and Quad JBL speakers goes official

Mintu

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September 3, 2023

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Lenovo Tab P12 with 3K display and Quad JBL speakers goes official

Lenovo Tab P12 is official in India. This midrange tablet arrives with some impressive features on the display and audio sides such as the 3K res panel and quad JBL speakers. Without further ado, let’s get into the specs, features, and expected price of the Lenovo Tab P12 in Nepal.

Lenovo Tab P12 Overview:

Design and Display

As for the design, the Lenovo Tab P12 boasts a metallic build. The tab weighs 615 grams while maintaining a sleek profile at just 6.9mm. On the top and bottom side, Lenovo has housed quad JBL-powered speakers.

Getting to the display, the P12 sports a 12.7-inch LTPS LCD panel with a 3K resolution (2944 x 1840 pixels). This Gorilla Glass 3-protected screen boasts a 96% DCI-P3 color gamut and 400 nits of peak brightness.

Meanwhile, check out all the prices and specs of tablets from Lenovo here

Performance

Running the show on the core is Mediatek Dimensity 7050 SoC. This 5G silicon features two Cortex A-78 cores at 2.6GHz and six Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0GHz. Handling the graphics here is Mali-G68 MP4 GPU. In terms of memory, you get 8GB of LDPDDR4X RAM and 256GB UFS 2.2 storage. The latter is further expandable up to 1TB via a microSD card slot. Likewise, the tablet boots on Android 13 out of the box.

Camera

Moving on, the Lenovo Tab P12 houses an 8MP main camera with LED flash. Over on the front, you get a 13MP selfie shooter.

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Rest of the Specs

Fueling the tablet is a 10,200mAh battery with 10 hours of claimed backup on video playback. Talking of the connectivity options, it supports WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, and a USB Type-C port. For biometrics security, you get a fingerprint sensor embedded in the power key.

Lenovo Tab P12 Specifications:

Display: 12.7-inch IPS display, 3K (2944 x 1840 pixels), 60Hz, 400 nits
Cameras: 8MP rear, 13MP front
Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 7050
Memory: 8GB RAM, 256GB UFS 2.2 storage (expandable up to 1TB)
Audio: Dolby Atmos
Operating System: Android 13
Battery: 10,200mAh (USB Type-C)
Connectivity: Dual-band WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.1

Lenovo Tab P12 Price in Nepal and Availability

In India, the Lenovo Tab P12’s pricing is set at INR 34,999 for the sole 8/256GB trim. You can also purchase a compatible Lenovo stylus separately. We expect the Lenovo Tab P12 price in Nepal to be NPR 65,999 if and when it launches here.

Lenovo Tab P12	Price in India (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
8/256GB	INR 34,999	NPR 65,999

Meanwhile, you can check our Xiaomi Pad 6 review.

Infinix Zero 30 5G with launched with Dimensity 8020, 50MP selfie shooter

GadgetByte

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September 3, 2023

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Infinix Zero 30 5G with launched with Dimensity 8020, 50MP selfie shooter

Fresh off the launch of the gaming-focused GT 10 Pro, Infinix seems not to slow down. Instead, the company has unveiled the Infinix Zero 30 5G at an event in Venice, Italy, promoting it as India’s first smartphone equipped with a “50MP 4K 60 FPS Camera.” So, in this article, we will explore the details of the Infinix Zero 30 5G, including its features, specifications, availability, and the expected price in Nepal.

Infinix Zero 30 5G Overview

Design and Display

The Infinix Zero 30 5G features a 6.78-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, a 360Hz touch sampling rate, HDR10 support, 100% DCI-P3 coverage, and a peak brightness of 950 nits. Furthermore, it boasts a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, with an aspect ratio of 20:9 (~388 ppi density). It provides a 2.8mm slim frame, complemented by curved display sides at a 60-degree angle. Additionally, it secures an IP53 rating, ensuring resistance to dust and splashes.

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The device is slim at 7.9mm thickness and offers a choice between glass or eco-leather back, along with a Gorilla Glass 5 front. It features an optical under-screen fingerprint sensor too. The color options include Rome Green with a vegan leather back, Golden Hour, and Fantasy Purple.

Performance and Memory

The Infinix Zero 30 5G is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8020 chipset, built on a 6nm architecture, and features an octa-core CPU. It ships with either 8 GB or 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage. Moreover, the device operates on Android 13 with XOS 13 on top.

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Camera

The Infinix Zero 30 5G comes with a rear triple-camera setup consisting of a 108 MP wide-angle lens with OIS for image stabilization, a 13 MP ultrawide lens, and a 2 MP lens. The rear camera supports 4K video recording at 30/60fps and 1080p at 30/60fps. Likewise, for selfies and video calls, the device sports a 50 MP wide-angle front camera located within the centered hole-punch.

Battery and Connectivity

The Infinix Zero 30 5G is equipped with a non-removable 5000 mAh Li-Po battery and supports fast charging at 68W. Also, it is advertised to reach 80% charge from 0% in just 30 minutes.

Talking about connectivity, it offers Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), Bluetooth, GPS for navigation, NFC for contactless transactions, FM radio for entertainment, and a USB Type-C 2.0 port with On-The-Go support.

Infinix Zero 30 5G Specification

Body: 164.5 x 75 x 7.9 mm, 185 g
Display: 6.78-inch AMOLED, 144Hz refresh rate, 360Hz touch sampling rate, HDR10, 100% DCI-P3
Resolution: 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~388 ppi density)
Memory: 8GB RAM/12GB RAM, 256GB storage(non-expandable)
Processor: octa-core Mediatek Dimensity 8020 (6 nm), Mali-G77 MC9
Software & UI: Android 13 with XOS 13 on top
Rear Camera: Triple-camera setup;
- 108MP (wide) OIS
- 13MP (ultrawide)
- 2 MP

Front Camera: 50MP (wide)
Security: Fingerprint (under display, optical)
IP Rating: IP53 dust and splash-resistant
Battery: 5000 mAh Li-Po battery with 68W fast charging
Colors: Rome Green, Golden Hour, Fantasy Purple

Infinix Zero 30 5G Availability and Pricing

The Zero 30 5G is now available for pre-order with a starting price tag of INR 23,999. If it does make it here, we expect the Infinix Zero 30 5G price in Nepal to be around NPR 42,000.

Infinix Zero 30 5G	Price in India (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
8/128GB	INR 23,999	NPR 42,000
12/256GB	INR 24,999	NPR 44,000

Meanwhile, check out our review of Infinix GT 10 Pro.

The new iQOO Z8x brings a 6,000mAh battery, Snapdragon 6 Gen 1

iQOO

Sonika Bhandari

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September 2, 2023

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The new iQOO Z8x brings a 6,000mAh battery, Snapdragon 6 Gen 1

Alongside the regular iQOO Z8, the iQOO Z8x is now official in China as well. Both phones look quite similar design-wise, except for a few subtle changes. Like, the headphone jack of Z8x is placed at the bottom while in Z8, it is placed at the top. In this article, we’ll go through the specs, price in Nepal, and availability of the iQOO Z8x.

iQOO Z8x Overview:

Design, Display, and Performance

The new iQOO Z8x boasts a 6.64-inch FHD+ LCD screen with HDR10+ support. Like the Z8, the Z8x also comes with a refresh rate of 120Hz. The display on both iQOO Z8 and Z8x is exactly the same actually.

But in terms of performance, the iQOO Z8x brings a Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chip instead, which is not as powerful as the Dimensity 8200 on the iQOO Z8. The phone runs on OriginOS 3.0 on top of Android 13.

iQOO Z8x design

Storage and Camera

For storage, the Z8x offers up to 12GB of LPDDR4X RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage. The device also has an expandable memory support up to 1TB. You can even expand the storage by up to 1TB here. As for cameras, the iQOO Z8x gets a 50MP primary and a 2MP portrait lens. On the front is an 8MP camera for selfies and video calls.

Battery and Connectivity

Fueling the Z8x is a massive 6000mAh battery with 44W fast flash charging support. In terms of connectivity, it supports 5G, 4G LTE, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.1, and GPS. For charging and data transfer, it comes with a USB Type-C port.

Rest of the features

For security, the Z8x has a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for quick and secure unlocking. To keep the temperature in check, the iQOO Z8x gets a 639mm² liquid cooling heat pipe.

iQOO Z8x colors

iQOO Z8x Specifications:

Dimensions: 164.63 × 75.80 × 9.10 mm, 91.06% screen-to-body ratio, 199.6 gm
Display: 6.64-inch LCD, HDR10+, 120Hz refresh rate
Resolution: FHD+ (2388 x 1080 pixels), 19.9:9 aspect ratio
Processor: Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 5G (4nm)
Memory: 8/12GB LPDDR4X RAM, 128/256GB UFS 2.2 storage (expandable)
OS: Android 13-based OriginOS 3.0
Rear Cameras: Dual (with LED flash)
– 50MP f/1.8 primary sensor, EIS
– 2MP f/2.4 portrait sensor
Front Camera: 8MP f/2.0 aperture (hole-punch cutout)
Biometrics: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor
Battery: 6000mAh, 44W fast charging
Others: 3.5mm audio jack, 5G enabled, 4G LTE, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, USB Type-C port
Colors: Sky Blue, Black, Moon Porcelain White

iQOO Z8x Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of iQOO Z8x in China begins from CNY 1,299 (around USD 180 / INR 14,800) for the base 8/128GB variant. We expect the iQOO Z8x price in Nepal to start from NPR 27,499 if and when it launches here.

iQOO Z8x	Price in China (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
8/128GB	CNY 1,299	NPR 27,499
8/256GB	CNY 1,399	NPR 29,499
12/256GB	CNY 1,499	NPR 31,499

Meanwhile, check out our iQOO Neo 7 review

Jabra Elite 10 to feature Dolby Atmos with Dolby Head Tracking

Jabra
TWS

GadgetByte

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September 2, 2023

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Jabra Elite 10 to feature Dolby Atmos with Dolby Head Tracking

Just recently, Jabra introduced two new earbuds to the market: the Jabra Elite 8 and the Jabra Elite 10. According to the company, the Elite 10 represents their most advanced earbuds, with support for Dolby Atmos with Dolby Head Tracking. In this article, we will be discussing the features, specifications, availability, and price in Nepal of the Jabra Elite 10 in.

Jabra Elite 10 Overview:

Design

The Elite 10 supposedly combines the “comfortable fit” of the Elite 7 Pro with the “all-day comfort” of the Elite 85t, with each earbud weighing 5.7g. Jabra introduces the ‘ComfortFit’ design, featuring a semi-open design to reduce ear pressure and occlusion. They come with various-sized (extra large, large, medium, small) silicone EarGels for added comfort. Furthermore, Elite 10 secures an IP57 dust and splash rating, making it suitable for workouts as well. The buds are available in Cocoa, Cream, Gloss Black, Matte Black, and Titanium Black color options.

Audio

Jabra Elite 10 earbuds come with 10mm drivers covering a frequency range of 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz in music mode. They feature Jabra Advanced ANC (blocks 2x more noise compared to standard ANC) for noise cancellation during calls and normal earbuds usage. Additionally, they provide spatial sound with Dolby Atmos and Dolby Head Tracking.

Equipped with six microphones on each bud (that distinguish the background noise and supposedly only pick up speaking voice) and a bandwidth of 100Hz to 8000Hz, these Elite 10 earbuds offer high quality noise reduction.

Codec Compatibility

The earbuds do not support high-fidelity Bluetooth audio codecs like LDAC, LHDC, or aptX HD, limiting compatibility to AAC and SBC codecs only. However, they do feature the latest Bluetooth 5.3 standard and Bluetooth Multipoint for versatile connectivity.

Battery life

The earbuds provide 6 hours of music playback with ANC on, extending to 27 hours with the case. With ANC off, the total music playback time increases to 36 hours.

Charging the earbuds and case takes approximately 3 hours and they do support wireless (Qi) charging. A quick 5-minute charge offers up to 1 hour of use, and the earbuds can remain in standby mode for up to 345 days. There is also a sleep mode that increases your battery life even further.

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Connectivity

The earbuds feature Bluetooth 5.3 for a stable connection up to 10 meters away. They can pair with up to 10 devices simultaneously with Bluetooth Multipoint. They also employ smart auto-power functionality, turning on when removed from the case and off after 15 minutes without a connection or 30 minutes without use to conserve battery.

Rest of the Specifications

The Jabra Elite 10 is compatible with the Jabra Sound+ app which offers features like battery status monitoring, customizable music EQ settings, music EQ presets, and MyControls for personalization. The earbuds also support Soundscape, Fast Pair (available on Android devices), Spotify Tap, and voice assistants such as Siri and Google Assistant for voice commands and control.

Jabra Elite 10 Specifications:

Type: In-ear
Sound Driver: 10mm dynamic driver
Audio Codecs: SBC, AAC
Microphone: Yes, 6 microphones (bandwidth of 100Hz to 8000Hz)
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3
IP Rating: Yes, IP57
Spatial sound: Yes, Dolby Atmos and Dolby Head Tracking
Active Noise Cancellation: Jabra Advanced ANC
Battery Life: 6 hours of playback with ANC on
- Charging: 3 hours from 0-100% via wired or wireless(Qi)
Voice Assistants: Siri and Google Assistant
Compatible App: Jabra Sound+
Color Options: Cocoa, Cream, Gloss Black, Matte Black, and Titanium Black

Jabra Elite 10 Price in Nepal and Availability

The Jabra Elite 10 is priced at USD 249.99 in the US and is available for purchase on Amazon. If it does make it here, the Jabra Elite 10 price in Nepal will likely be around NPR 35,000.

Jabra Earbuds Model	Price in the US (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Jabra Elite 10	USD 250	NPR 35,000

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