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Honor launches Honor X50 with 108MP camera and curved AMOLED screen

Honor

Mintu

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July 6, 2023

Honor launches Honor X50 with 108MP camera and curved AMOLED screen

Honor has unveiled the Honor X50i and Honor X50 in China. In this article, let’s walk through the specs, features, and expected price of the Honor X50 in Nepal.

Honor X50 Overview:

Design and Display

The Honor X50 takes a premium design language with a curved screen. The display here is a 6.78-inch AMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and 100% DCI-P3 color gamut support. Other attributes of the screen include 1.5K resolution, 1200nits peak brightness, 1920Hz PWM DC Dimming, and 100% DCI-P3 support.

Looking at the back, the X50 sports a circular camera module with silver/gold colored rims. You get an IP53 rating against dust and minor water splashes. Honor offers this phone in four color options: Elegant Black, Sunshine after Rain, Brown Blue, and Burning Orange with a leather back.

Camera

Talking of the optics, the X50 houses a dual-camera setup like the X50i. However, the primary camera here is a 108MP shooter instead of the 100MP on the X50i. It can digitally zoom up to 8X. While the secondary camera is the same 2MP depth sensing unit. Upfront, you get an 8MP camera for snapping selfies and taking video calls.

Performance

On the performance side of things, the X50 is powered by Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset under the hood. This 5G silicon from Qualcomm features four Cortex A78 cores at 2.2GHz and four Cortex A55 cores at 1.8GH frequency. Handling the graphics is an Adreno 710 GPU. The chip is coupled with up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. Likewise, booting the X50 is Honor’s MagicOS 7.1.1 based on Android 13.

Battery and Others

Keeping the device on is a 5800 mAh battery. This Li-Po cell supports 33W wired fast charging. And the connectivity features on this phone consist of 5G, WiFi 5, GPS, Bluetooth 5.1, and USB Type-C port.

Honor X50 Specifications:

Dimensions: 16369 × 75.5 × 7.98mm, 185 grams
Display: 6.78″ AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate, 1.5K resolution
Chipset: Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4nm mobile platform)
Memory: 8/12/16GB LPDDR4X RAM, 128/256/512GB storage
Software & UI: Honor MagicOS 7.1 on top of Android 13
Rear Camera: Dual (108MP primary, 2MP depth)
Front Camera: 8MP (hole-punch)
Security: Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Battery: 5800mAh with 33W fast charging

Honor X50 Price in Nepal and Availability

In China, the pricing of Honor X50 starts at CNY 1,399 for the base 8/128GB variant and goes all the way up to CNY 1,999 for the 16/512GB trim. We can expect the Honor X50 price in Nepal to begin from NPR 30,999 when it launches here. And providing biometrics security is an in-display fingerprint sensor.

Honor X50	Price in China (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
8/128GB	CNY 1,399	NPR 30,999
8/256GB	CNY 1,599	NPR 34,999
12/256GB	CNY 1,799	NPR 39,999
16GB/512GB	CNY 1,999	NPR 43,999

Meanwhile, you can check our Honor X9A review.

Nubia’s first gaming tablet brings a 144Hz display, Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1

Nubia
Tablet

Aarohan Niraula

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July 6, 2023

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Nubia’s first gaming tablet brings a 144Hz display, Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1

Alongside the highly anticipated Red Magic 8S Pro series of smartphones, Nubia recently announced its first tablet as well. The new Red Magic Gaming Tablet brings all the bells and whistles you’d expect from a premium tablet, so let’s get into its features, specifications, and expected price in Nepal.

Red Magic Gaming Tabet Overview:

Design and Display

Nubia Red Magic Gaming Tablet has a modern-looking boxy design like the latest iPad Pros. There’s a rectangular camera island at the back while its power button on the side has an accented red highlight too. The tablet weighs 613 grams and measures 6.5mm at its thinnest point.

Up front, Red Magic Gaming Tablet sports a 12.1-inch IPS panel with a 2.5K (2500 x 1600 pixels) resolution. It has a 144Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, and can reach a peak brightness of 600 nits. Moreover, the bezels surrounding the screen are slim and uniform — thus giving the tablet a pretty slim profile.

Performance

Under the hood, Red Magic Gaming Tablet is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip. It’s a 4nm processor with an octa-core CPU, led by one Cortex-X2 core. Whereas an integrated Adreno 730 GPU handles the graphics part.

Complementing all this is 12/16GB of LPDDR5 memory alongside 256/512GB of UFS 3.1 storage. To cool the device, Red Magic Gaming Tablet brings ICE magic cooling which claims to bring down the temperature by up to 5°C.

Battery and Extras

Moving on, this tablet comes with a massive 10,000 mAh battery and supports up to 80W fast charging. Nubia claims the device can be fully charged in under an hour (0-100% in 55 minutes).

The tablet ships with Red Magic OS 8.0 based on Android 13. The device supports Nubia’s “Smart Magnetic Keyboard” and stylus pen. You get a 13MP camera at the back and a 16MP front-facing camera here, while Nubia has fitted in a quad-speaker setup with DTS:X Ultra audio on this tablet.

Red Magic Gaming Tablet Specifications:

Display: 12.1-inch IPS panel, 144Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, 600 nits brightness
Resolution: 2.5K (2500 x 1600 pixels)
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4nm)
Memory: 12/16GB LPDDR5 RAM, 256/512GB UFS 3.1 storage (non-expandable)
OS: Red Magic OS 8.0 based on Android 13
Cameras: 13MP (rear), 16MP (front)
Battery: 10,000mAh (with 80W charging)
Audio: Hi-Fi quad speakers
Accessories: Smart Magnetic Keyboard, stylus

Red Magic Gaming Tablet Price in Nepal and Availability

In China, the price of the Nubia Red Magic Gaming Tablet starts at CNY 3,899 for the 12/256GB configuration. Although it’s unlikely that this tablet will officially arrive in Nepal, we expect the Red Magic Gaming Tablet price in Nepal to start at NPR 84,999 if and when it does.

Red Magic Gaming Tablet	Price in China	Price in Nepal (Expected)
12/256GB	CNY 3,899	NPR 84,999
16/512GB	CNY 4,599	NPR 99,999

Meanwhile, check our OnePlus Pad long-term review

Honor X50i goes official with 100MP dual cameras, Dimensity 6020

Honor

Mintu

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July 6, 2023

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Honor X50i goes official with 100MP dual cameras, Dimensity 6020

Honor’s revival is going strong and the company has launched a plethora of smartphones lately. And the company has now unveiled the Honor X50 and Honor X50i in China. So let’s get into the specs, features, and expected price of the Honor X50i in Nepal.

Honor X50i Overview:

Design and Display

The Honor X50i cares a lot about aesthetics. The phone boasts a slim profile with flat frames at 7.48mm thickness. Plus, it weighs 179 grams only. Looking at the back, there is the Venn diagram-type camera module intersecting each other. Honor ships this phone in four color options: Magic Night Balck, Blue, Apricot Flower Feather, and Willow Wind.

Things get more interesting on the front. The X50i sports a narrow bezel LTPS LCD panel with a 90Hz refresh rate and a 93.6% screen ratio. This FHD+ display bags a “Low Blue Light” protection from TÜV Rheinland too.

Performance

Under the hood, the Honor X50i gets a Dimensity 6020 5G processor. This 7nm SoC from MediaTek features two Cortex-A76 cores at 2.2 GHz and six Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. Built on a 7nm process, it has Mali-G57 MC2 GPU for handling the graphics. And yeah, the Dimensity 6020 is just a rebranded version of the Dimensity 700 5G from 2021.

In terms of memory and storage, you get two variants: 8/256GB and 12/256GB. And the Honor X50i boots on MagicOS 7.1 built on top of Android 13.

Cameras

As for the optics, this phone rocks a dual camera setup, headlined by a 100MP f/1.9 main and a 2MP f/2.4 depth-sensing unit. With that high-res primary camera, you can even take 10x digital zoom shots. Upfront, there is an 8MP f/2.0 snapper for selfies and video calls.

Rest of the specs

Fueling the Honor X50i is a 4500mAh battery with 35W fast charging support. Meanwhile, the connectivity options include 5G, WiFi 5, GPS, Bluetooth 5.1, and a USB Type-C port. And a side-mounted fingerprint sensor takes care of the biometrics security on this phone.

Honor X50i Specifications

Dimensions: 162.9 × 74.5 × 7.48mm, 179 gm
Display: 6.7″ FHD+ LTPS LCD, 90Hz refresh rate
Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 6020 5G (7nm mobile platform)
Memory: 8/12GB LPDDR4X RAM, 256GB storage (expandable)
Software & UI: Honor MagicOS 7.1 on top of Android 13
Rear Camera: Dual (100MP primary, 2MP depth)
Front Camera: 8MP (hole-punch)
Security: Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Battery: 4500mAh with 35W fast charging
Colors: Magic Night Black, Apricot Flower Feather, Willow Wind, and Blue

Honor X50i Price in Nepal and Availability

The new midrange offering from Honor is launched in China at a price of CNY 1,379 (around USD 190 or INR 15,700) for the 8/256GB variant whereas the 12/256GB variant costs CNY 1,679 (around USD 230 or INR 19,100). We expect the Honor X50i price in Nepal to start in Nepal at NPR 30,499 if and when it launches here.

Honor X50i	Price in China (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
8/256GB	CNY 1,379	NPR 30,499
12/256GB	CNY 1,679	NPR 36,999

Meanwhile, check our full review of Realme 11 Pro

Samsung introduces Digital Service Center with Personalized Support, DIY Videos

Samsung

Sonika Bhandari

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July 6, 2023

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Samsung introduces Digital Service Center with Personalized Support, DIY Videos

Samsung India has recently launched its Digital Service Center, a comprehensive platform designed to deliver personalized customer service experiences. One of the key highlights of the Digital Service Center is the availability of informative do-it-yourself (DIY) videos. Moreover, the center aims to provide a smooth and convenient customer service experience, empowering consumers to resolve product-related queries and concerns effectively. Now, let’s go through the working and functionalities of the Digital Service Center.

Samsung Digital Service Center Overview:

User-friendly interface and navigation

The Digital Service Center offers numerous features designed to meet individual customer needs. Upon logging in to their Samsung account, users gain access to a user-friendly interface with easy navigation. To access, customers can visit the support menu on Samsung India’s website or directly log on to the Digital Service Center website. They can quickly find self-help content categorized by product type and model-specific repair and spare part prices.

Self-help content and DIY videos

The DIY videos guide customers in resolving common issues. They include video guides on connecting a Soundbar to a TV, setting up a semi-automatic washing machine, and utilizing various features of Samsung Galaxy smartphones. These DIY videos provide step-by-step instructions, empowering customers to tackle these issues on their own.

Furthermore, Samsung has incorporated various digital service options to cater to different customer preferences. These options include WhatsApp support, remote support, and technical assistance through the call center.

Additional Functionalities

Apart from self-help resources, the Digital Service Center offers additional functionalities to enhance the customer service experience. Customers have the option to schedule appointments for faster service at service centers. Also, they can take advantage of convenient pick-up and drop-off services for their devices. They can also easily find nearby service centers and access warranty information. Moreover, they can track the progress of their repairs, schedule callbacks, and receive software updates. They can also check the service cost on different repair jobs.

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Mr. Sunil Cutinha, Vice President, Customer Service, at Samsung India, stated, “At Samsung, we have always prioritized meeting the evolving needs of our customers. The Digital Service Center is a significant step towards simplifying post-purchase services and providing personalized support to our consumers. We understand that to fully empower consumers; they need easy access to a digitalized ecosystem. The platform offers a user-friendly interface and grants access to product-specific DIY videos, enabling consumers to resolve their queries with ease.”

Conclusion

This initiative is part of Samsung’s ongoing efforts to prioritize customer-centric services and establish itself as a leading brand for exceptional customer experiences. Through the Digital Service Center, Samsung is taking a step forward in delivering personalized support and empowering consumers to make the most of their Samsung products. Thus, Samsung offers a comprehensive platform with self-help resources, appointment booking, and various digital service options. The company is committed to ensuring customer satisfaction and addressing their needs efficiently.

There are a huge lot of Samsung users in Nepal, and we see that Samsung continues to expand its reach and prioritizes customer satisfaction. With this, the hopes are high that the Digital Service Center will soon extend its services to customers in Nepal, fulfilling their needs and expectations.

Meanwhile, check out our latest review on Realme 11 Pro:

iQOO TWS 1 brings aptX Lossless support and up to 10.5 hours battery life

iQOO
TWS

Mintu

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July 5, 2023

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iQOO TWS 1 brings aptX Lossless support and up to 10.5 hours battery life

Vivo’s subbrand iQOO has launched a new TWS alongside iQOO 11S in China. Named the iQOO TWS 1, this pair of wireless earbuds packs 12.2mm dynamic drivers and even supports aptX Lossless codec. So let’s get straight into the specs, features, and expected price of the iQOO TWS 1 in Nepal in this article.

iQOO TWS 1 Overview:

Design

The iQOO TWS 1 features a dual-tone yellow + black finish like its predecessor — the iQOO TWS Air — on the “Track” color option. Whereas on the “Legend White” model, you get BMW Motorsport’s classic tri-stripe logo on the charging case. These earbuds bear an in-ear design with silicone tips and weigh only 4.98 grams. Whereas the iQOO TWS 1 gets an IP54 rating against dust and water splashes for the earbuds.

Audio

As for the audio, iQOO has gone with a 12.2mm driver unit with a precision speaker magnetic circuit system. These earbuds are tuned by Golden Ears Lab and have Qualcomm Surround sound certification as well. iQOO TWS 1 also supports 3D panoramic audio, 3D binaural recording support, and a triple mic setup.

Other than this, you also get transparency mode, dual connection, and “MonsterSound” e-sports sound effects here. And iQOO also says these earbuds can bring down latency up to 54ms. These earbuds have active noise cancellation (ANC) too, and the TWS 1 can drown out up to 49dB of outside noise.

Connectivity

One of the key USPs of these earbuds is their support for end-to-end aptX support. iQOO claims you can stream up to 1200Kbps audio here, thanks to the support for Qualcomm’s aptX Adaptive and aptX Lossless codecs. Other than this, the iQOO TWS 1 supports AAC, SBC, and LC3 codecs too, and pairs to your phone and other devices via Bluetooth 5.3.

Battery and Charging

Each earbud packs a 50mAh battery while the charging case with a USB-C port holds a big 420mAh cell. Its battery life is rated for up to an impressive 10.5 hours with ANC off (or 6 hours with ANC on) with the earbuds alone. While it can go along for 42 or 20 hours respectively with the case.

iQOO TWS 1 Specifications:

Weight: 4.98 grams (per earbud)
IP Rating: IP54 dust and splash resistance
Driver: 12.2mm dynamic driver
Audio Codec: AAC, SBC, LC3, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3
Battery: 50mAh (earbuds), 420mAh (charging case)
Playback Time: 10.5 hours (earbuds, ANC off), 42 hours (with charging case)
Charging: USB-C port
Features: 3D Panoramic Audio, 3D binaural recording, Triple microphone, Find my headset

iQOO TWS 1 Price in Nepal and Availability

In China, the iQOO TWS 1 is priced at CNY 399 (around USD 55 or INR 4,500). We expect the iQOO TWS 1 price in Nepal to be NPR 8,599 if and when it launches here.

TWS	Price in China (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
iQOO TWS 1	CNY 399	NPR 8,599

Meanwhile, check our top picks for best TWS earbuds under INR 5,000

Apple is working on a Mac monitor that doubles as a Smart Home Display

Sonika Bhandari

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July 5, 2023

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Apple is working on a Mac monitor that doubles as a Smart Home Display

A recent report by renowned tech journalist Mark Gurman of Bloomberg hints at Apple developing a new external monitor for Mac computers with the ability to function as a smart home display. This exciting feature has caught the attention of tech enthusiasts, who are waiting for Apple’s entry into the smart home arena.

Apple Mac Monitor with Smart Home Display Rumors:

According to sources, the upcoming monitor from Apple will have smart home capability along with a traditional display for Mac users. This means that they will be able to control and interact with their smart home appliances directly through their monitor — enabling a better and more efficient user experience.

Integration of iOS device chipset

Apple’s upcoming smart display will be powered by an in-house Bionic chipset. This integration is not surprising, considering the company uses the A13 chip on the Studio Display. Studio Display’s software intelligence focuses on camera and speaker system enhancements like Center Stage and Spatial Audio.

But, the exciting prospect of the smart display will lie in its ability to serve as a smart home device in a low-power mode. The recently introduced StandBy feature in iOS 17 offers a full-screen experience while charging the iPhone sideways. This could provide a glimpse into the software that might be utilized for the smart display.

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StandBy allows users to conveniently view glanceable information from a distance, making it ideal for placement on nightstands, counters, and desks. It offers personalization options such as clock styles, favorite photos, and widgets (including Smart Stacks). It also supports Live Activities, Siri, calls, and larger notifications. The user interface of the StandBy feature in iOS 17 appears to be a natural fit for a dedicated hardware device like the smart display.

Anticipation and Future Outlook

Apple’s development into smart home technology doesn’t stop at the monitor. Reports also suggest that the company is exploring other monitor options, possibly as successors to the Pro Display XDR and Apple Studio Display. This indicates Apple’s commitment to continue pushing the boundaries of innovation and delivering cutting-edge products to its customers. With the promise of a powerful display coupled with smart home capabilities, Apple aims to redefine the way we interact with our devices and homes.

Expected Release Date of Mac Smart Monitor

The company has not disclosed the specific details and release date for the monitor. However, industry analysts speculate it may take until next year before the monitor becomes available to the public. Until then, tech enthusiasts can look forward to a future where their Mac experience extends beyond work and productivity. Additionally, embracing the convenience and possibilities of smart home technology.

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Apple Watch Ultra.

The new iQOO 11S brings Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and up to 1TB storage!

iQOO

Mintu

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July 5, 2023

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The new iQOO 11S brings Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and up to 1TB storage!

iQOO unveiled the iQOO 11 and iQOO 11 Pro back in December 2022. And now, a new member has joined this lineup with the iQOO 11S moniker. Packing the same flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 as the other siblings, it also brings a custom 50MP Sony IMX866 sensor from the Vivo X90s. Without further ado, let’s walk through the specs, features, and expected price of the iQOO 11S in Nepal.

iQOO 11S Overview:

Design and Display

To begin with, the iQOO 11S continues the identical design language from the 11 series. Similarly, the iQOO and BMW partnership remains intact in the “Legendary White Edition” with tri-color stripes at the back. Other color options for the iQOO 11S are “Sky Blue” and “Black”.

Getting to the display, you are greeted with a 6.78-inch LTPO 4 AMOLED panel with a 2K resolution (3200 x 1440 pixels). The 144Hz refresh rate tags along here as well like its predecessor. Likewise, iQOO 11S enjoys Vivo’s “V2” display chip for refresh rate management and smoother gaming. Besides that, the screen has a 1200Hz instantaneous touch sampling rate, 1.07 billion colors, P3 color gamut, and an 8000000:1 contrast ratio.

Performance

As aforementioned, the iQOO 11S is powered by Qualcomm’s flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip. Fabbed under TSMC’s 4nm process node, this processor brings a top-of-the-line 1+4+3 CPU architecture with a Cortex-X3 core leading the line. While the graphics side is handled by Adreno 740 GPU with hardware-based ray tracing support. And to keep things nice and cool, it’s got a 4,103mm² stainless steel vapor chamber plate.

In terms of memory and storage, the iQOO 11S is available in four configurations: 12/256GB, 16/256GB, 16/512GB, and 16GB/1TB. The phone boots on Vivo’s Origin OS 3 which is basically the Chinese version of the FunTouch OS 13.

Camera

Moving on, this new iQOO phone carries the same custom Sony VCS IMX866 50MP sensor with OIS. So it enjoys “Bionic Spectrum” technology, enabling vivid closer to real-life colors, Zero Shutter Lag, and 4K Super night video. Accompanying the main camera is a 13MP telephoto sensor with 2x optical zoom and an 8MP ultrawide camera. Meanwhile, you get a 16MP selfie snapper on the front.

Rest of the specs

The iQOO 11S gets its juice from a 4700mAh battery with support for 200W wired fast charging. While its power brick is also PD3.0 compliant. Furthermore, the connectivity options for this phone include 5G, WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, and a USB Type-C 2.0 port. And for biometrics security, you get an in-display fingerprint scanner.

iQOO 11S Specifications:

Dimensions: 164.86×77.07×8.40mm; 206.5 – 209.5gm
Display: 6.78-inch curved E6 AMOLED, LTPO 4, 144Hz refresh rate, 10-bit colors, 1300 nits (peak), HDR 10+, 2160Hz high-frequency dimming
Resolution: 2K (3200 x 1440 pixels)
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm)
Memory: 12/16GB LPDDR5X RAM with 256/512GB or 1TB UFS 4.0 storage
OS: Android 13-based OriginOS 3.0
Rear Cameras: Triple (with LED flash)
– 50MP VCS IMX866 primary sensor, OIS
– 13MP telephoto portrait sensor, 2x optical zoom
– 8MP ultrawide sensor
Front Camera: 16MP (hole-punch cutout)
Biometrics: In-display fingerprint sensor
Battery: 4700mAh, 200W wired charging
Audio: Stereo speakers
Colors: Sky Blue, Black, BMW Motorsport White

iQOO 11S Price in Nepal and Availability

In China, the price of iQOO 11S begins from CNY 3,799 (around USD 525 or INR 43,100) for the base 12/256GB variant. We expect the iQOO 11S price in Nepal to start from NPR 82,999 if and when it launches here.

iQOO 11S	Price in China (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
12/256GB	CNY 3,799	NPR 82,999
16/256GB	CNY 4,099	NPR 89,999
16/512GB	CNY 4,399	NPR 94,999
16GB/1TB	CNY 4,799	NPR 104,999

Meanwhile, you can check our iQOO 11 review

iQOO Neo 7 Pro launched with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, 120Hz AMOLED display

iQOO

Aarohan Niraula

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July 4, 2023

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iQOO Neo 7 Pro launched with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, 120Hz AMOLED display

iQOO has launched the newest phone in its “Neo” lineup, called the iQOO Neo 7 Pro in India. So let’s take a look at the iQOO Neo 7 Pro with its specifications, launch date, and expected price in Nepal.

iQOO Neo 7 Pro Overview:

Design and Display

From the looks of it, iQOO Neo 7 Pro is basically a rebranded iQOO Neo 7 Racing Edition, which is a China-exclusive device. As such, the Neo 7 Pro is available in the same two color options “Fearless Flame” and “Dark Storm”. Whereas the phone also has curved sides with a leather finish for a comfortable grip.

The phone sports a 6.78-inch 120Hz AMOLED display with a peak brightness of 1300 nits. This FHD display has 10-bit colors, HDR10+ certification, SGS Eye Protection, and 2160Hz PWM DC dimming as well.

Performance

As for performance, the iQOO Neo 7 Pro is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4nm) processor. The company also claims that the Neo 7 Pro has the highest AnTuTu score out of any phone in its price range. To recall, 8+ Gen 1 has a single Cortex-X2 core (@3.19 GHz), three Cortex-A710 (@2.75 GHz), and four Cortex-A510 (@2.0 GHz) CPU cores.

Besides this, the smartphone also boasts an Independent Gaming Chip to deliver smoother gameplay with frame interpolation. For keeping the thermals in check, it also houses a vapor chamber cooling with 4013mm² coverage space.

As a gaming-centric phone, the iQOO Neo 7 Pro also supports features like Motion Control. It can be set up to trigger certain functions such as reloading on battle royale games like PUBG and COD Mobile. As for the memory, Neo 7 Pro arrives with up to 8/12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. The phone boots on Android 13-based Funtouch OS 13.

Cameras

iQOO Neo 7 Pro rocks a triple camera setup at the back. The setup is headlined by a 50MP ISOCELL GN5 primary shooter with OIS. And complementing it is an 8MP ultrawide and a 2MP macro shooter. Up front, the selfie camera inside the hole-punch cutout uses a 16MP sensor.

Battery, Charging, and Others

This iQOO phone gets its juice from a 5000mAh battery that supports 120W Flash Charge. And according to the company, it can go from 0 to 50% in just 8 minutes. Furthermore, the connectivity options include WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, NFC, and a USB Type-C port.

iQOO Neo 7 Pro Specifications:

Display: 6.78-inch FHD AMOLED panel, 120Hz refresh rate, 1300 nits (peak) brightness
Chipset:
- Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4nm mobile platform)
- Independent Gaming Chip
Memory: 8/12GB LPDDR5 RAM, 128/256GB UFS 3.1 storage (non-upgradeable)
Software & UI: Android 13 with Funtouch OS 13 on top
Rear Camera: Triple (50MP primary + 8MP ultrawide + 2MP macro)
Front Camera: 16MP (hole-punch cutout)
Security: In-display fingerprint sensor
Battery: 5000mAh with 120W wired charging
Color Options: Fearless Flame, Dark Storm

iQOO Neo 7 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

In India, iQOO Neo 7 Pro will be available starting July 15 at INR 34,999 and INR 37,999 for the 8/128GB and 12/256GB trims respectively. While its early bird price shaves off INR 1,000 on both variants, there’s INR 2,000 card discount too. We expect the iQOO Neo 7 Pro price in Nepal to start from NPR 66,999 if and when it launches here.

iQOO Neo 7 Pro	Price in India	Price in Nepal (Expected)
8/128GB	INR 34,999	INR 66,999
12/256GB	INR 37,999	INR 72,999

Meanwhile, you can check our iQOO Neo 7 review

Deal Alert: Samsung Z Fold 3 receives a massive price drop in Nepal

GadgetByte

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July 4, 2023

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Deal Alert: Samsung Z Fold 3 receives a massive price drop in Nepal

Weeks before the unveiling of the Galaxy Z Fold 4, Samsung Galaxy Fold 4 has now received a massive price cut. So, let’s take a look at the specs, features, official price and availability of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3.

Samsung Z Fold 3 Overview:

Design and Display

The Z Fold 3 flaunts a 6.2-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X outer screen with HD+ (2260 × 832 pixels) resolution and a 7.6-inches QXGA+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X main display with FHD+ (2208 × 1768 pixels) resolution. Further, the main screen is also HDR10+ certified. Fortunately, the Fold 3’s screen has a 120Hz refresh rate on both sides.

Read our long-term review of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3

Retaining the Adaptive refresh rate, the main display, as well as the cover display, can dynamically adjust the refresh rate based on the content on the screen. For protection, the exterior screen and back cover are covered with a Gorilla Glass Victus.

In terms of design, the rear panel gets a new look with the pill-shaped camera arrangement. The hinge is built with Armor Aluminum that is 10% more durable to protect the interior parts of the hinge.

Plus, this time around, the Fold receives an official IPX8 certification for water resistance — the first time ever on a foldable device. All of this sums up to make Fold 3 80% more durable than Fold 2.

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Performance and Memory

Under the hood, the Fold 3 packs a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset paired with 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage. On the software side of things, it boots on Android 11-based OneUI 3.1.

Fueling the device is a 4400mAh battery that charges with a 25W adapter via the USB Type-C port. It also supports 10W wireless charging and 4.5W reverse wireless charging.

Camera

The Z Fold 3 is Samsung’s first phone to house an under-display camera. There’s a 4MP lens placed on the top-right corner of the main display.

Likewise, the device boasts a triple camera cutout led by a 12MP primary lens. This is complemented by a 12MP ultra-wide and a 12MP telephoto lens. Here, the primary and telephoto lens gets OIS support. In addition, a punch-hole in the cover display holds a 10MP sensor with an f/2.2 aperture.

Rest of the specs

Moving on, it has a side-mounted capacitive fingerprint sensor for biometrics. It also supports an S-pen specifically designed for the fold. The pen weighs 8 grams and has a 15mm tip.

The connectivity option includes Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, Galileo, and NFC. Over on the audio, it has a stereo speaker setup with Dolby Atmos. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 is available in three colors: Phantom Black, Phantom Green, and Phantom Silver.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 Specifications:

Display:
- Outer: 6.2″ Super AMOLED 2X with HD+ (2260 x 832 pixels) resolution; 120Hz refresh rate
- Inner: 7.6″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X with FHD+ (2208 x 1768 pixels) resolution; 120Hz refresh rate
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888; 5nm Mobile Platform
CPU: Octa-core (1x Cortex-X1 @ 2.84GHz, 3x Cortex-A78 @ 2.42GHz, 4x Cortex-A55 @ 1.80GHz)
GPU: Adreno 660
Main Camera: Triple-camera; 12MP primary with f/2.2 aperture + 12MP ultra-wide lens with f/1.8 aperture + 12MP telephoto lens with f/2.4 aperture
Selfie Camera:
- Outer: 10MP with f/2.2 aperture
- Inner: 4MP under-display lens
Memory: 12GB LPDDR5 RAM with 256/512GB UFS 3.1 storage
Software: Android 11 with One UI 3.1
Fingerprint sensor: Side Mounted (capacitive)
Battery: 4400 mAh battery, 25W wired charging, 10W wireless, 4.5W wireless charging
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, Galileo, Glonass, BeiDou, NFC, 5G
Colors: Phantom Black, Phantom Green, Phantom Silver (only 256GB variant)

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 Price in Nepal and Availability

After the recent price drop, the price of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 in Nepal is Rs. 161,999 for the 12/512GB variant. You can buy the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 from authorized sellers like Hukut.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3	Price in Nepal (Official)
12/512GB	Rs. ~~179,999~~ 161,999

Check out our early impressions of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Price in Nepal [Updated]

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July 4, 2023

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Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Price in Nepal [Updated]

Samsung has slashed the price of its flagship Galaxy S22 Ultra in Nepal. In this article, we will be discussing the key specs, features, availability, and updated price of the new Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra in Nepal.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Overview:

Design and Display

The Galaxy S22 Ultra takes design cues from the Galaxy Note lineup. It now has a boxy design and a completely new camera housing which differentiates it from both its predecessor and the rest of the S22 lineup.

Compared to its predecessor, it now has a boxy design and completely new camera housing. Moreover, while the S21 Ultra already supported S-Pen, the S22 Ultra now brings a built-in silo for the stylus. The pen here has 70% less latency than Note 20 Ultra’s S-pen. More specifically, Samsung has brought down the input latency from 9ms to just 2.8ms here.

Over on the front, it boasts a 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel with a QHD+ resolution, 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, and 1750 nits of peak brightness. Unlike the other two devices in the series, Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra’s display curves at the two edges.

This display brings a new feature called “Vision Booster” which improves the screen’s visibility based on the ambient light intensity. You can crank up the touch sampling rate to 240Hz in the game mode. Similarly, it has Gorilla Glass Victus+ protection both on the front and the back.

Moreover, the S22 Ultra is IP68-certified for dust and water resistance. It is available in four color options—Phantom Black, Phantom White, Green, and Burgundy. However, the Phantom White option isn’t available in Nepal right now.

Performance

At its core, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 or Exynos 2200 processor. While the Nepali market usually got the Exynos variant of Samsung’s Galaxy “S” series of smartphones, that’s not the case this time around.

Galaxy s22 Ultra arrives with snapdragon 8 gen 1 chip in Nepal.

This chipset has been coupled with 8 or 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 1TB of UFS 3.1 internal storage. However, only the 12GB variant of the S22 Ultra is available in Nepal with two memory configurations: 256GB and 512GB. As for the software, it runs on Android 12-based OneUI 4 and the company has promised 4 years of Android upgrades and 5 years of security patches.

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Camera

Despite early rumors of an Olympus-branded 200MP penta-camera setup, Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra comes with a quad-camera setup at the back. Leading the array is an improved 108MP primary sensor with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). This is accompanied by a 10MP periscope telephoto lens with 10x optical zoom and another 10MP periscope lens with 3x digital zoom. At last, there’s a 12MP ultra-wide lens with a 120° field-of-view (FOV).

The primary and the ultrawide lens are now covered by Super Clear Glass which reduces lens flare. At the front, it has a 40MP sensor in the punch-hole cutout. Furthermore, the S22 Ultra has a 2.4um pixel sensor—Samsung’s largest pixel sensor ever—which captures more light.

There is now a feature called Adaptive Pixel which dynamically switches between 12.5MP and 108MP based on the surrounding light. It can even shoot simultaneously at the two modes and combine results for better photos.

As hinted by early rumors, the Samsung S22 Ultra has a lot of new camera software features. Features such as Detail Enhancer, Auto Framerate, and Super Night Solution were showcased at the launch event. Since then Samsung has also added the capabilities to take “Astrophotos” and multi-exposure shots in Expert RAW and Camera Assistant via software updates.

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Rest of the specs

Fueling the device is a 5000mAh battery that supports 45W fast charging. Besides, it also supports 15W wireless charging and Wireless PowerShare. For biometrics, it has an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor.

Galaxy S22 Ultra Specifications:

Body: 163.3 x 77.9 x 8.9mm, 229 grams, IP68 rated, Gorilla Glass Victus+, Aluminum frame, S-pen support
Display: 6.8-inches Dynamic AMOLED 2X Infinity-O, Gorilla Glass Victus+, Adaptive 120Hz refresh rate, Vision Booster
Resolution: WQHD+ (3200 x 1440 pixels)
Chipset: Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4nm)
CPU: Octa-core (1x Cortex-X2 + 3x Cortex-A710 + 4x Cortex-A510)
GPU: Adreno 730
RAM: 8/12GB LPDDR5
Storage: 128/256/512GB, up to 1TB UFS 3.1 internal storage
Software & UI: One UI 5 on top of Android 13
Rear Camera: Quad (with LED flash)
– 108MP f/1.8 primary lens, OIS, PDAF
– 12MP f/2.2 ultra-wide-angle lens, 120º FOV
– 10MP f/2.4 telephoto lens, 3x optical zoom
– 10MP f/4.9 telephoto lens, 10x optical zoom
Front Camera: 40MP, f/2.2 lens (punch-hole)
Security: Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor
Battery: 5000mAh with 45W fast charging, 15W wireless charging
Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, Ultra Wide Band
Color Options in Nepal: Phantom Black, Green, Burgundy
Price in Nepal: Rs. 179,999 (12/256GB)
Also Read: Samsung Mobiles Price in Nepal
Check out the full specifications of the S22 Ultra with comparisons here.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Price in Nepal [Official]

The latest price of the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra in Nepal is Rs. 179,999. This price is for the 256GB variant and includes free one-year breakage insurance.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra	Price in Nepal (Official)	Availability
12/256GB	Rs. 179,999	Out of Stock

Meanwhile, check out our Galaxy S22 Ultra long-term review: