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Xiaomi 13 Lite Review: Too “Lite” or Just Right?

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Xiaomi 13 Lite Review: Too “Lite” or Just Right?

Xiaomi 13 Lite is the most affordable member of the Xiaomi 13 series starting at 400 dollars or Rs. 55,000 here in Nepal. It might also launch in India very soon for a price of Rs. 32-33,000 Indian rupees.

And for the price, the Xiaomi 13 Lite, for me, genuinely doesn’t bring any “WOW factor” to the table. There is some really good stuff about this phone, but there are equally bad choices being made here. Ok, me being a positive person, let me get started with the good stuff of the 13 Lite.

Design

If you remember, Xiaomi’s “Lite” series has always given a little more focus on the design side, and it is definitely evident on this phone too. It comes with a premium glass body and a curved design.

But unlike its expensive siblings, the 13 Lite has a lightweight form factor and a uniform weight distribution across its chassis which makes it plenty comfortable to hold.

Not to mention, the Xiaomi 13 Lite is extremely slim and sleek too so it does not take up a lot of space in your pocket. Plus, the color options are also quite refreshing. I have this cute Blue variant while there’s Pink and Black choices that look equally good too.

Battery

However, this slim design does come with some disadvantages. Because the phone is really thin there are two things that the Xiaomi 13 Lite does not do well in. No. 1 – it has a smaller 4,500 mAh battery which is not very enduring if you are a heavy user.

And second, I found the phone to have some heat management issues as well. Let me explain them one by one. Objectively, a 4500 mAh battery is a good enough battery capacity for any smartphone. But the problem with this phone is that the battery optimization on it is not very strict, hence, you are losing a lot of battery on background processes and apps.

Xiaomi 13 Lite UI

On top of that, its screen can only switch between 60 and 120Hz refresh rates, so it’s not able to conserve a lot of power because of which I have only been getting around 4.5 to 5 hours of screen on time during heavy usage out of this phone. That converts to less than a whole day of usage, so it’s safe to say that the battery backup on the 13 Lite is average.

But do keep in mind that I am a heavy user and if you are someone with a normal usage pattern, you might get a better backup from it.

Performance

 The Xiaomi 13 Lite comes with a Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset which apart from being an efficient and powerful performer in regular everyday tasks, is also a great mid-range gaming chipset. Keeping that in mind, Xiaomi has provided a custom stainless steel vacuum chamber for improved heat dissipation.

But sadly, in my tests, that heating solution did not turn out to be very effective while gaming. Normal everyday usage on this phone is fine, with no issues, but while playing some of my favorite games, like PUBG Mobile, Genshin Impact, and Mech Arena, the phone would heat up to 40 degrees or more just in 15 minutes into the games.

Even the Exynos 1380 on the Galaxy A54 was not able to manage its thermals very well in my gaming tests, but on average the Xiaomi 13 Lite has slightly higher temperatures than the A54.

Thankfully, the good thing is, it does not throttle the performance – the phone gets hot, yes, but you won’t see a dip in performance levels here. So I was able to get consistent fps stability and frame rates in all the games I tested.

Genshin Impact ran smoothly in medium settings with stable 30 fps while I was able to push up to HDR graphics and Ultra frame rates in PUBG mobile which gave me a smooth 40 fps gameplay. This is much better than something like the Samsung Galaxy A54 which, as I mentioned in my review, is not optimized for gaming at all.

Display

Moving on, the display on the Xiaomi 13 lite is top-notch. It’s a 6.5-inch AMOLED screen with all the perks that a good display should have like 12-bit colors, 120Hz refresh rate, HDR 10+ & Dolby Vision certification, and 1920 Hz PWM Dimming.

I found its display to be even better than the Galaxy A54 especially when playing Dolby Vision content on Netflix and Amazon Prime.

Other than that, the display is sufficiently bright too and I found no issues regarding optimization either, so it’s safe to say that Xiaomi has done a good job here. Its in-display fingerprint sensor also works fine, as it’s fast and accurate!

You might also have noticed the dual camera cutout up top that is kind of really rare these days. I wouldn’t say it’s extremely obtrusive while watching content but yeah, it is noticeable nonetheless.

But that wasn’t as big of an issue for me. The bigger issue was that the phone only comes with a single-speaker setup. I mean, a premium phone, in 2023, lacking stereo speakers is such a letdown. As a result, the overall audio quality here is just average. With such a great screen, I really, REALLY wish that Xiaomi had provided better-quality speakers. I think Xiaomi is being complacent here!

Camera

Anyway, talking about the cameras, at the back, you get a 50MP shooter, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP macro sensor.

I have clicked a lot of photos with the Xiaomi 13 Lite and if I had to rate its overall camera capabilities, I would give it a 7.5 out of 10. You see, it has a good primary camera. The detail levels it is able to maintain are good, and the color reproduction is also pleasing most of the time, in fact, it is able to produce accurate colors of flowers and foliage in comparison to the Galaxy A54 which generally tends to overdo the colors.

The Xiaomi 13 Lite boosts the whites and brightens the pictures which seems quite appealing to the eyes. It does a great job during night time too. The pictures from it are sharp and have less noise than Samsung.

But as expected, its 8MP ultra-wide images are just okay with a narrower field of view, and subpar details.

Portraits, on the other hand, are extremely beautified. Here is a picture shot of the Xiaomi 13 Lite and then another picture shot of the Galaxy A54. The smoothing level on the 13 Lite is just mind-blowing.

Selfie and Videos

Up front, Xiaomi has gone with an unusual camera setup with a 32MP ultra-wide camera, that also doubles as a wide camera by cropping in and then there’s an 8MP depth sensor. Plus, you get dual flashes here for enhanced selfies and selfie videos. I guess the idea behind this is to appeal to TikTok and Instagram content creators.

And with it, selfies are not bad. They are beautified like the portraits, but the result is decent I would say. And you can change the field of view without hampering the quality, which is pretty neat.

But I think it would have been much better for the content creators if Xiaomi had included a higher res video shooting ability as the selfie camera on the Xiaomi 13 lite can only shoot up to 1080p 60 fps.

From the back camera, you can shoot up to 4k 30 fps. The quality and stabilization are fine thanks to EIS and a bit of cropping magic. The ultra-wide video, however, is just limited to 1080P, unlike Samsung which gives 4k options in the ultra-wide camera too.

So, as I said earlier, if I had to rate the 13 Lite’s camera, I would give it 7.5 vs 8.5 on the Galaxy A54 because the A54 has a bit more versatile camera prowess.

MIUI

Alright, before moving to the conclusion, there are 2 more things I need to cover, software and a few extras. Software-wise, when it comes to the overall experience, MIUI is not one of my favorites. And this year, Xiaomi has been like very very bad with shipping Android versions out of the box as even the newer launches come with Android 12 and not the latest Android 13.

Plus, how many years of software updates the Xiaomi 13 Lite will receive is still unclear. And since the 13 Lite is on Android 12 and the max Xiaomi offers is 3 years of OS update. So, we are looking at a max of Android 15 here, whereas you are guaranteed to receive updates up to Android 17 on Samsung and Oneplus phones.

Talking about extras, you get a good vibration motor on this phone and more importantly, I cannot stress enough on how useful the IR blaster on it has been to me. And I think I missed talking about it, but the phone comes with a 67-watt charger inside the box that takes the phone from 0-100% in about 50 minutes.

Conclusion:

Okay, to conclude, my experience with the Xiaomi 13 Lite has kind of been like a mixed bag. It definitely has some good stuff up its sleeves but some of the choices Xiaomi has made here are very strange.

Xiaomi 13 Lite Camera

For example, the choice of the chipset is great here, but its cooling system is not as effective. It has a great display, but the speaker is just average. It has a good slim design but the battery life is pretty average. But more importantly, Xiaomi’s software commitment is a big big question mark.

So honestly, all of these things are holding me back from recommending this phone to you guys. I just think there are better options out there right now and with the likes of Oneplus Nord 3, Google Pixel 7A, and Realme GT Neo5 SE launching soon, it’s going to be even more difficult!

Xiaomi 13 Lite Review: Pros and Cons

Pros:

  • Slim, Lightweight & Attractive Design
  • Excellent AMOLED display
  • Best Performance for its class

Cons:

  • Still Stuck at Android 12
  • Not good thermals
  • Average Battery Life
  • Single Speaker with average audio

DJI Air 2S Price in Nepal [Updated]

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DJI Air 2S Price in Nepal [Updated]

DJI Air 2S is the successor to Mavic Air 2, but it drops the Mavic branding just like the Mini 2. The latest drone comes with a bigger sensor, can record 5.4K video, and has improved autonomous flying. In this post, we will be discussing the specs, features, official price, and availability of DJI Air 2S in Nepal.

DJI Air 2S Overview:

DJI Air 2S is the exact same size as its predecessor but it’s heavier at 595 grams. In its unfolded state, it measures 183 x 253 x 77mm which changes to 183 x 253 x 77mm when folded. Even under this, the height of the Air 2S is slightly less than that of the Mavic Air 2. This should make carrying it around easier.

DJI Air 2S Camera Sensor

Camera features

Moving on, the DJI Air 2S now has a 1-inch image sensor that is twice as big as the one in its predecessor. The pixel size is also larger at 2.4µm. With this, the drone can capture still images of up to 20MP. In terms of videos, it can record 5.4K videos. The drone also supports new zoom technology that allows it to go up to 4x zoom at 4K 30fps.

Users can choose to record in two supported formats – H.264 and H.265. Similarly, available video color profiles are Normal (8-bit), D-Log (10-bit), and HLG (10-bit).

DJI has also introduced a new feature called MasterShots which automatically plans the flight path while recording video. Once the flight is completed, the drone merges the footage under one theme. In addition to this, you get the usual FocusTrack, QuickShots, and Hyperlapse features as well.

Battery and Safety features

The Air 2S comes with two additional environment sensors that allow the drone to perceive its surrounding in four directions. Additionally, the Advanced Pilot Assistance System has also been upgraded to v4.0 which unlocks a wider Field of View (FOV) for the drone. It can also warn pilots of ADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast) signals from surrounding aircraft. Other safety features include RTH (Return-To-Home) and GEO 2.0.

DJI Air 2S Fly More Combo

Fueling the drone is a 3500mAh intelligent battery that offers a maximum flight duration of 31 minutes. It’s a small downgrade from 34 minutes on the Mavic Air 2. The drone also comes with DJI’s most advanced O3 (OcuSync 3.0) transmission that can now transmit 1080p videos over a 12 km distance via its four antennas.

DJI Air 2S Specifications:

  • Dimension: 183 x 253 x 77mm (unfolded); 180 x 97 x 77mm (folded)
  • Weight: 595 grams
  • Battery Capacity: 3,500 mAh with 38W Max Charging Power
  • Camera: 20MP 1-inch CMOS, f/2.8 aperture, 88° field-of-view
  • Video Recording: Up to 5.4K
  • Stabilization: 3-axis (tilt, roll, pan)
  • Flight Time: 31 minutes (without wind)
  • Ascent Speed (Maximum): 6m/s
  • Descent Speed (Maximum): 6m/s
  • Maximum Flight Distance: 5km
  • Safety Features: Obstacle Avoidance System, Advanced Pilot Assistance System 4.0
  • Video Transmission: OcuSync 3.0 (up to 12 km)

DJI Air 2S Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of DJI Air 2S in Nepal is Rs. 226,000 for the Fly More Combo. You can purchase the drone from authorized retailers like Hukut Store.

DJI Air 2S Price in Nepal  Availability
With Fly More Combo Rs. 226,000 Hukut
  • Check out our review of the DJI Pocket 2.

DJI Mavic Mini Price in Nepal [Updated]

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DJI Mavic Mini Price in Nepal [Updated]

DJI Mavic Mini is an affordable and compact drone that is well-suited for beginners. And in this article, we will get into the specs, features, availability, and official price of the DJI Mavic Mini in Nepal.

DJI Mavic Mini Overview:

The Mavic Mini is the smallest and lightest drone in DJI’s lineup. This foldable UAV weighs merely 249 grams, which makes it a notable option for those who value ultra-portable drones with a sleek build. But don’t let its miniature stature fool you. The device is jam-packed with impressive features to make aerial photography fun and drone flying accessible to everyone.

The Mavic Mini is brought by DJI to make it easier to fly drones for reasons, where there are strict rules for civilians to fly heavier Unmanned Aerial Vehicles. But despite being small and light, the drone regulations in certain countries don’t allow to the Mavic Mini without a drone flying permit. So it’s highly recommended to check the drone regulations in your local region before getting one of these.

Going by the specs, the mini drone features a 12MP 1/2.3” sensor with a 24mm f/2.8 lens on the top. The camera on the device can shoot up to 2.7K videos (2720 x 1530 pixels) at 30 fps. But you can also scale down the resolution to Full-HD (1080 x 1920 pixels). In doing so, you will get a 60 fps frame rate and 40Mbps bitrate. The UAV misses out on the 4K recording option. However, it comes with a three-axis gimbal, which will help you take super smooth footage even when there is a low-wind condition.dji mavic mini controllerThe power juice to fly the device is provided by a 2400mAh battery. With a full charge on its battery, you can fly it continuously for 30 minutes. And while flying the device, controls can be made by pairing the drone with your Android and iOS devices via DJI Fly App. Since the device is equipped with GPS and GLONASS, the hovering is quite precise. The Mavic Mini has a range of up to 4km. And while the drone is in this range, the Mavic Mini can send live HD videos to the controller.

dji mavic mini fly more combo

DJI Mavic Mini Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of DJI Mavic Mini in Nepal is Rs. 41,500 for the Standard combo. There’s also the Fly More Combo available for Rs. 66,500. You can purchase the drone at the official price from Hukut Store.

DJI Mavic Mini Price in Nepal  Availability
Standard Combo Rs. 41,500 Hukut
Fly More Combo Rs. 66,500

Motorola Moto G73 Review: A Performer!

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Motorola Moto G73 Review: A Performer!

After a long time, it really felt like Motorola had finally made a comeback in the smartphone market last year. I was especially impressed with its budget-friendly “G” series phones like the Moto G52 and Moto G71, which were a couple of great bargains for the price. So naturally, I had high expectations with what Motorola had in store for 2023. And when they launched this guy, the Motorola Moto G73, I ordered it right away to prepare this review. It’s priced at Rs. 18,999 for the sole 8/128GB variant, and after using the phone for about two weeks, here’s what I think about it.

Motorola Moto G73 Review: Specifications

  • Body: Plastic Build, 161.42 x 73.84 x 8.29 mm, 181 gm
  • Display: 6.5-inch IPS LCD panel, 120Hz refresh rate
  • Resolution: FHD+ resolution (2400 x 1080), 20:9 aspect ratio, 405 ppi
  • Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 930 (6nm Mobile Platform)
  • Memory: 8GB RAM, 128GB storage (expandable up to 1TB)
  • Software & UI: Android 13 with My UX on top
  • Rear Camera: Dual (50MP primary, 8MP ultra-wide)
  • Front Camera: 16MP, f/2.4 sensor (punch-hole cutout)
  • Security: Side-mounted fingerprint scanner
  • Battery: 5,000mAh, 30W charging
  • Connectivity: Dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 ac), Bluetooth 5.3, NFC
  • Color Options: Midnight Blue, Lucent White
  • Price in Nepal: INR. 18,999 ; coming soon to Nepal

Motorola Moto G73 Review:

Performance

  • Octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 930 SoC (6nm)
  • 8GB RAM, 128/256GB storage
  • Android 13 with MyUX on top

The first thing that’s absolutely great about this phone is its performance. For a phone under Rs. 20,000, the Moto G73 earns a straight A from my side in this department.

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If you are familiar with the smartphone industry, you might know that brands have been compromising on the performance side of things in their budget phones to make room for 5G connectivity. Unfortunately, this trend is still present in 2023.

Just look at some recent launches like the Redmi Note 12, Realme 10 Pro, and OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite for that matter. To accommodate 5G, they all feature rather average processors for their price.

Moto G73 Redmi Note 12
AnTuTu v9 Total 418210 372305
CPU 122988 113131
GPU 104608 93317
Memory 85884 64022
UX 104730 101835
Geekbench 5 CPU (Single Core) 701 627
CPU (Multi-Core) 1926 1803

But Motorola is offering plenty of powerful MediaTek Dimensity 930 chips here, all the while including support for 13 5G bands. And if you compare its performance with the Snapdragon 695 or Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 which are common in this price range, you can clearly see that the Dimensity 930 wins by a great margin.

A bit underclocked

Interestingly enough, the Dimensity 930 actually has underclocked Cortex-A78 CPU cores compared to the Dimensity 920. And while this does reflect in benchmarks, it is still a capable chipset in its own right.

And I have to say I got a much better everyday performance here than the likes of Redmi Note 12 or Realme 10 Pro. I can instantly notice how fast apps open, and how effortless multitasking is. Pair that with a well-optimized 120Hz refresh rate, I had a great experience with this phone.

Gaming

Dimensity 930 also unlocks a great gaming experience. Although not at the highest of settings, you can easily play even the most demanding games like Genshin Impact in medium settings with 30 fps.

The phone does get warm at the back reaching around 40ºC after 15 minutes into the game, but I wouldn’t necessarily call it a heating issue. More importantly, this doesn’t throttle the performance and the phone’s temperature cools down very quickly too.

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I even ran a CPU throttling test for 15 and 30 minutes to further check the sustained performance of this new chip. And I am happy to report that the Moto G73 never throttled below 90%.

Anyway, PUBG Mobile is also playable with 40 fps at Balanced graphics and Ultra settings. You can also crank up the setting to HD graphics for better details, but this will bring down the gameplay to just 30 fps. Other high-fps optimized games like Critical Ops and Mech Arena are playable at 120 fps, so that’s good too!

Battery

  • 5000mAh battery with 30W charging

Apart from performance, the Moto G73 has also impressed me with its battery backup. Even with my rigorous usage pattern which includes hours of gaming and binge-watching movies, alongside other daily tasks, I was still able to get around 8 hours of screen-on time here! Not only this, but the overnight battery drain on this phone is also around 2-3% only.

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So yeah… Motorola has optimized the phone very well to deliver a solid battery backup. And in terms of charging, the 30W adapter that’s available inside the box takes around 1 hour and 20 minutes to fully juice up the phone.

Design

  • 161.4 x 73.8 x 8.3mm, 181g
  • Glass front, Plastic frames/back
  • Water-resistant design

Moving on, another aspect that I’m quite fond of this phone is its design. I know, it doesn’t look that different from other “Moto G-series”, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. I think, just like Samsung, Motorola is also trying to create its own visual identity by offering a similar design across all G-series smartphones. And I see no harm in that.

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In fact, the build quality is actually of greater importance to me. And I must say, the G73 is a well-built smartphone. Of course, for a budget device, it has an all-plastic build material. But despite this, there are no noticeable creaks here and there, and it doesn’t feel that cheap as well.

I am also someone who prefers using the phone without a cover. And to my surprise, the Moto G73 has survived a relatively clumsy lifestyle with nothing to show for it. Its white finish hasn’t gotten that dirty either, although I would still recommend wrapping it around a case because—after all—it’s a plastic body that can pick up scratches at any time.

Display

  • 6.5-inches FHD+ IPS LCD panel
  • 120Hz refresh rate

Now, while the phone’s back panel looks good enough, the story isn’t the same when coming to the front. There’s a noticeable chin at the bottom, and this hole-punch cutout for the selfie camera is also not the smallest I have seen on a smartphone. I remember praising the Moto G52 for having symmetrical bezels all around, but I really don’t understand Motorola’s take here.

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Even the actual quality of this screen is not that great. First off, it’s not AMOLED but rather an IPS display. So coming from an OLED panel on last year’s G72, this feels like an unnecessary downgrade to me. But even for an IPS panel, I found its quality to be average at best. The thing is, Moto G73’s screen is just not that bright and its viewing angle is not that great as well.

Audio and Haptics

  • Dual stereo speakers
  • 3.5mm headphone jack

Still, it is good enough for indoor usage and you can easily stream Full HD content on Netflix. To further enhance your movie-binging experience, Motorola has also included a stereo speaker setup with support for Dolby Atmos. And they can get sufficiently loud, while there’s no such issue as distortion at the highest volume. Of course, there’s little to zero bass to enjoy here, but I’m not nitpicking here!

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However, Motorola could have definitely given a better vibration motor. Its feedback is quite buzzy and I found it to be a bit irritating, to be honest. As a result, I turned it off entirely while I was using the phone.

Cameras

  • Dual camera setup at the back
  • (50MP main, 8MP ultrawide)
  • 16MP selfie camera (hole-punch)

Regardless, let’s talk about the cameras now. And historically, this is the one aspect where Motorola phones have not performed that well. However, the company is trying to change things with the G73. Here, instead of offering useless 2MP sensors, Motorola is focusing on improving the rest of the camera hardware. As per them, the G73’s primary camera uses Ultra Pixel technology for brighter, sharper photos.

Normal Images

And as promised, the output from its 50MP camera looks quite good. I wouldn’t say they are bad at all. I like the level of contrast and dynamic range the images are able to pull off. And the photos have a wider field of view too.

vs Poco X5

Comparing the pictures of the G73 with the similarly priced Poco X5, the G73 was able to perform much better in every aspect, whether it be colors, contrast, exposure handling, or field of view.

Ultrawide

Just like normal images, ultrawide photos from the Moto G73 are also better in terms of dynamic range and sharpness.

Nighttime

The same holds true for nighttime images, where Motorola’s outputs are far better than those of the Poco X5. And if you’re shooting night images, I would recommend directly using the Night Mode as it maintains a good balance of sharpness and exposure, all while retaining a good amount of details.

Portraits

In terms of portraits, there is a lot of improvement on Motorola’s part. I found the images to be highly inconsistent in maintaining skin tone and exposure. Sometimes the portraits look okay, but most times they are straight-up bad.

Overall, if I have to rate the camera prowess of the Moto G73, I would say that it has a good primary camera for general usage both during daytime and night time minus the subpar portrait shots.

Videos

But like every other budget phone, its video capability is average at best. While the Dimensity 930 chip on the phone supports 4K recording, Motorola has limited the resolution to 1080p@60fps. Even here, exposure isn’t maintained well, and there are slight jerks in the video every now and then. Selfie videos are also capped at 1080p@30fps, and while the skin tone looks decent, it struggles to maintain background exposure.

Motorola Moto G73 Review: Conclusion

Okay, it’s time to wrap up this review now. So is this smartphone a viable option in the sub-20K price bracket? I would say, yes. It has the best-in-class performance, its battery life is quite awesome, and even the cameras are pretty decent here. And how can I forget its clean stock Android experience with few Motorola-exclusive features?

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So yeah, the software is also a big win for me when it comes to Motorola phones. However, I do hope the company improves its software update policy since this thing will only get a year of platform updates. This means it’ll taste Android 14, and no more.

Other than this, I don’t think Motorola should have compromised in terms of the display either. I am not just saying an OLED panel would’ve fixed everything, but the G73 could’ve certainly used a better and brighter IPS screen. Still, budget phones compromise in one way or the other, so if you can overlook all this, I think it is currently one of the best options under Rs. 20,000.

Motorola Moto G73 Review: Pros and Cons

Pros:

  • Best-in-class performance
  • Capable cameras
  • Great battery life
  • Nice design
  • Stock Android experience

Cons:

  • Display could’ve been better
  • Terrible haptics

Vivo’s first flip phone brings a fully usable cover display

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Vivo’s first flip phone brings a fully usable cover display

Alongside the Vivo X Fold 2, the company is here with its first clamshell phone as well, the Vivo X Flip. Approaching a newer design on the rear side, the phone comes with a fully usable exterior display. Let’s get into the specs, features, and expected price of Vivo X Flip in Nepal.

Vivo X Flip Overview:

Design and Display

As the name implies, the Vivo X Flip follows a clamshell form factor. It is 8.19mm thick when expanded and weighs 198 grams. The phone is available in three color options: Ling Purple, Silk Gold, and Diamond Black. For the main display, the Vivo X Flip sports a 6.74″ FHD+ LTPO OLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate, similar to Oppo Find N2 Flip. The screen is made up of UTG tough glass and is creaseless thanks to the 5.3mm water droplet design with a large diameter.

What’s more interesting is its 3-inch AMOLED cover display with a camera island on top. It is a horizontal screen spanning from left to right of the rear panel with a 682 x 422 pixels resolution. Unlike the usual cover displays on other clamshell phones, this one is fully functional. Users can run apps, watch videos and make calls on the go without having to open the main display. You also get featured ‘Pet’ options such as cats and dogs on the cover display.

Performance

Vivo’s first clamshell phone gets the horsepower of a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC under the hood. This 4nm made 5G silicon boasts an Octa-core processor with a prime Cortex X2 at 3.0GHz, 3x Cortex-A710 at 2.5GHz & 4 Cortex-A510 cores at 1.80GHz. On the GPU side, you get the Adreno 730. Moreover, this clamshell arrives with 12GB of RAM and up to 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage. As for the software, the X Flip boots on Android 13-based OriginOS 3 skin.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1

Cameras

For the optics, the X Flip houses a dual camera setup, headlined by a 50MP Sony IMX866 sensor with OIS. Whereas the other camera is a 12MP IMX663 ultrawide sensor, both placed under a circular camera island above the cover display. The Zeiss branding follows here too, as seen on other flagships from Vivo. Likewise, you get a 32MP selfie snapper on the front side.

Rest of the specs

Fueling the smartphone is a 4400mAh battery with 44W charging support. As for the connectivity, you get WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, GPS, and USB Type-C. Likewise, the phone houses a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for biometrics.

Vivo X Flip Specifications:

  • Display:
    • Outer: 6.74-inch 120Hz OLED, FHD+ resolution
    • Inner: 3-inch horizontal 60Hz AMOLED (682 pixels resolution)
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4nm mobile platform)
  • Main Camera: Dual:
    • 50MP Sony IMX866 primary
    • 12MP Sony IMX663 ultra-wide
  • Memory: 12GB RAM with 128/512GB UFS 3.1 storage
  • Biometrics: Side-mounted fingerprint scanner
  • Battery: 4400mAh battery
  • Charging: 44W wired

Vivo X Flip Price in Nepal and Availability:

Vivo’s first clamshell phone is priced at CNY 5,999 for the 12/256GB and CNY 6,999 for the 12/512GB variant. Unsure about its international availability, we can expect the Vivo X Flip price in Nepal to start from NPR 149,999 if and when it launches here.

Vivo X Flip Price in China (Official) Price in Nepal (Expected)
12/256GB CNY 5,999 NPR 149,999
12/512GB CNY 6,999 NPR 174,999

Best 55″ 4K TVs Under Rs. 1.5 Lakh In Nepal [Updated]

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Best 55″ 4K TVs Under Rs. 1.5 Lakh In Nepal [Updated]

New year has just begun and many people are looking to buy a new TV. For this, we recently updated our TV buy guide with the best 55″ 4K TVs under NPR 1 lakh in Nepal. While those options will be perfectly fine for most people, those who want an even better TV viewing experience might want to spend a little extra. And that’s why we’ve curated this list of the best 55″ 4K TV under NPR 1.5 lakh in Nepal. At this budget, you can get TVs with much better picture engines and a bunch of other high-end features. There’s even a QLED option available here!

Note: In this list of the best 55″ TV in Nepal, we have also included a few TVs that cost more than NPR 1.5 lakh—but not by a lot. We’ve done this so that you can further curate your choices, and also because we don’t want you to miss any good deal by spending NPR 5000 – 10000 more. The prices of such products are marked with an asterisk (*) at the end.

Best 55″ 4K TV Under 1.5 Lakh in Nepal:

6. Hisense HA55U7A2WTG 4K Smart TV

Kicking off our list of the best 55″ 4K TV under 1.5 lakh in Nepal is the Hisense HA55U7A2WTG. This is a ULED TV, which is Hisense’s branding for its high-end LED TVs. Basically, it is loaded with a bunch of image optimization technologies. This includes an edge-lit LED-backlit panel with full-array local dimming for more accurate contrast, precision brightness processing, 100% BT.709 (aka Rec.709) color coverage, and more.

Hisense HA55U7A2WTG 4K Smart TV - Display Best 55" Under 1.5 lakh in Nepal

As for HDR standards, this Hisense TV supports HDR10 and HLG only—not dynamic standards like Dolby Vision or HDR10+. Anyway, there’s also something in store for the gamers here. Thanks to its Smooth Motion Rate 200 panel with a 120Hz refresh rate, this TV can also be a great gaming monitor.

Hisense has also offered a really appealing design with minimal bezels, a sleek profile, and a metal base. Audio-wise, it hosts a standard set of 20W front-firing stereo speakers for more transparent sound quality. Especially in terms of mids and highs. This smart TV runs on Hisense’s own operating system called “VIDAA U“. Now, it doesn’t have Google Play Store like Android TV OS, but its own app store is loaded with pretty much all streaming apps you could want.

Hisense HA55U7A2WTG 4K Smart TV Specifications:

  • Display: 55″ ULED panel, Elite Backlight, Ultra Colour, Smooth Motion Rate 200
  • Resolution: 4K Ultra-HD (3840 x 2160 pixels)
  • Sound: 2x 10W output
  • Audio Decoder: DBX-TV, Dolby Audio, Hi-Sound Pro
  • OS: VIDAA U
  • Processor: Quad-core
  • Memory: Unspecified
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 2x HDMI 2.0, 1x HDMI 1.4, 2x USB-A, 1x RF in, 1x earphone out, 1x network (LAN), 1x S/PDIF
  • Price in Nepal: NPR 162,860

5. Samsung UA55AU7700 4K Smart Crystal TV

Samsung is one of the most dominant names in both the global and Nepali TV industries. And 2021’s UA55AU7700 is still an impressive television which is why it has found a spot on our list of best 55″ 4K TV under 1.5 lakh in Nepal. It has a modern design with slim bezels and also a dedicated space in the leg stand for better cable management. Samsung’s commitment to a clean setup goes beyond this as it also supports “PC Mode”.

Samsung AU7700 55 Display - 1

Under this, you can wirelessly stream your PC, laptop, or smartphone’s content onto the TV. It is even compatible with Apple’s AirPlay, but the more common standard—aka Chromecast—is missing here. As for the display, this TV doesn’t disappoint either. It uses Samsung’s PurColor engine for richer colors whereas its HDR10+ support means the AU7700 can deliver excellent contrast with deep blacks and bright whites on supported content.

And among the picture presets available, you’ll also find something called the “Filmmaker Mode” which essentially disables every unnecessary picture tuning when watching any movie or TV show for a viewing experience just as the director intended. It has a fantastic set of bottom-firing speakers with Dolby Digital audio as well. Since it is also Q-Symphony compatible, you can have both the audio from the TV speakers and an external soundbar playing simultaneously.

Samsung UA55AU7700 4K Smart Crystal TV Specifications:

  • Display: 55″ LED panel, HDR10+, PurColor, Motion Xcelerator
  • Resolution: 4K Ultra-HD (3840 x 2160 pixels)
  • Sound: 2x 10W output
  • Audio Decoder: Dolby Audio, Adaptive Sound
  • OS: Tizen OS
  • Processor: Crystal Processor 4K
  • Memory: Unspecified
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.2, 3x HDMI 2.0, 1x USB-A, 1x network (LAN), 1x Digital audio out, 1x earphone out, 1x RF in
  • Price in Nepal: NPR 106,480

4. LG 55UQ7550 4K AI ThinQ Smart TV

At number four on our list of best 55″ 4K TV under 1.5 lakh in Nepal is the new LG 55UQ7550. This is the successor the last year’s “UP” series and it brings a new, more powerful processor alongside a few additional features. Like both the Hisense and Samsung TV above, this one’s a smart TV as well. And like both of them, it doesn’t run on Android TV OS either. Instead, this thing boots on LG’s own operating system called webOS.

LG UQ7550 TV - Display

But LG hasn’t loaded the 55UQ7550 with the latest version of webOS (aka webOS 22) here. Anyway, it is powered by Alpha 5 (α5) Gen5 AI Processor 4K, and LG has also packed in a lot of AI-enabled features onto this TV. For example, if you’re someone who watches a lot of sports content, then you’ll definitely be thankful for its “Sports Alert” feature. It alerts you of match scores before, during, and after games so that you don’t miss anything. The 55UQ7550 also features smart dimming control for enhanced brightness and contrast.

As for the picture quality itself, this TV boasts excellent sharpness and color details. It even has the “Filmmaker Mode” like in the Samsung UA55AU7700. And of course, this LG TV can be the central hub for all the smart appliances in your home too since it incorporates LG’s ThinQ AI technology. For audio, LG has given 20W speakers here with Dolby Digital audio and AI Sound Pro support.

LG 55UQ7550 4K AI ThinQ Smart TV Specifications:

  • Display: 55″, HDR10 Pro, HLG Pro, 4K upscaling
  • Resolution: 4K Ultra-HD (3840 x 2160 pixels)
  • Sound: 2x 10W output
  • Audio Decoder: Dolby Digital, AI Sound Pro (virtual 5.1 up-mix)
  • OS: webOS 6.0
  • Processor: Alpha 5 (α5) Gen5 AI Processor 4K
  • Memory: Unspecified
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi (802.11 ac), Bluetooth 5.0, 2x HDMI 2.0, 2x USB-A, 1x network (LAN), 1x earphone out, 1x RF in, 1x Digital audio out
  • Price in Nepal: NPR 103,990

3. Sony KD-55X80J 4K Smart TV

Okay, the third spot on our list of the best 55″ 4K TV under 1.5 lakh in Nepal goes to the Sony KD-55X80J. It boots on the “Google TV” platform which is a more modern-looking software layer on top of regular Android TV. So with the Sony KD-55X80J, you might not necessarily need to spend extra money on streaming devices like Chromecast, Amazon Fire Stick, and such. This is backed by a quad-core processor alongside 2GB RAM and 16GB of internal storage for a smooth UI/UX experience. This Sony TV impresses with its display too.

Sony KD-55X80J 4K Smart TV - Display Best 55" Under 1.5 lakh in Nepal

It uses a direct LED-backlit panel instead of an edge-lit panel for enhanced brightness control. The 55X80J produces excellent colors as well, thanks to Sony’s proprietary TRILUMINOS PRO picture engine and the X1 4K HDR processor. Talking about HDR, this is also the first one on our list of the best 55″ 4K TV under 1.5 lakh in Nepal with Dolby Vision on top of HDR10 and HLG formats. Because it supports Motionflow XR 240 for smoother motion enhancement, this is a great monitor for gaming too.

Sony says the 55X80J also delivers clear, multidimensional audio with its ambient optimization. Oh, and it also has Dolby Atmos playback. Sony Nepal recently launched the 2022 models of its 4K TVs too, although the upgrades aren’t all that exciting here. The new Sony 55X80K has a flush design and a few additional features like “Auto HDR Tone Mapping” and “Auto Genre Picture Mode” but that’s about it. There’s also the 55X75K

Sony 55X80J 55″ 4K TV Specifications:

  • Display: 55” DLED panel, Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG, TRILUMINOS PRO
  • Resolution: 4K X-Reality Pro, 50Hz refresh rate, Motionflow XR 200
  • Sound: 2x 10W output
  • Audio Decoder: Dolby Atmos, Dolby Audio, DTS Digital Surround
  • OS: Google TV
  • Processor: 4K HDR Processor X1
  • Storage: 16GB storage
  • Connectivity: WiFi, Bluetooth, 4x HDMI 2.1
  • Price in Nepal: Rs. 153,000
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2. Skyworth 55SUE9500 4K QLED Smart TV

While every entry on our list of best 55″ 4K TV under 1.5 lakh in Nepal so far features an LCD panel with white LED backlights (some edge-lit and some direct-lit), the Skyworth 55SUE9500 significantly stands out. Its QLED nature means all the properties of LED still apply here, but it also uses a quantum dot layer between the blue backlight and the LCD layer. As a result, QLED TVs can produce far superior colors and brightness levels.

Skyworth 55SUE9500 4K (55) - Display

This is still not as energy-efficient or contrast-rich as OLED or QD-OLED panels, but it’s the next best thing. Besides using a QLED panel, this TV also covers 93% of DCI-P3 color space, while also including support for HDR10+ and Dolby Vision HDR content. While the core viewing experience on this TV is pretty great, it would’ve been nicer if Skyworth had given gaming-oriented features like a high refresh rate, low-latency mode, and such.

Anyway, the design of this TV is good-looking though. With a sleek metal base and minimal bezels on all sides except the chin, the 55SUE9500 looks quite aesthetically pleasing as well. As for audio, the company has fitted two 10W speakers that can decode Dolby Atmos audio here. In terms of UI, Skyworth has used Google TV here, which has been complemented by 2GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage.

Skyworth 55SUE9500 4K Smart TV Specifications:

  • Display: 55″ QLED panel, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 93% DCI-P3
  • Resolution: 4K Ultra-HD (3840 x 2160 pixels)
  • Sound: 2x 10W output
  • Audio Decoder: Dolby Atmos support
  • OS: Google TV
  • Processor: Chameleon Extreme 2.0, Quad-core (4x Cortex A53)
  • Memory: 2GB RAM, 16GB storage
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3x HDMI 2.0, 2x USB-A, 1x network (LAN), 1x AV in, 1x RF in, 1x Digital audio out
  • Price in Nepal: Rs. 135,900

1. TCL 55C735 4K QLED Smart TV

Like the Skyworth 55SUE9500 above, the TCL 55C735 is also a QLED TV. And the fact that you’re getting this 55″ TCL 4K QLED TV for under 1.5 lakh in Nepal right now means it is easily among the best options available. Besides the QLED panel itself, it also supports Dolby Vision IQ which dynamically adjusts Dolby Vision content based on the ambient lighting conditions.

TCL 55C735 4K Smart TV - Display

There’s also a 144Hz refresh rate here so that you can enjoy your games without any blurring or anything. Additionally, TCL has also given a couple of HDMI 2.1 ports and other features like ALLM (Auto Low-Latency Mode), FreeSync Premium, etc. here. That means the 55C735 can receive up to 4K/120Hz video data with dynamic HDR and low input lag for a more immersive gaming experience. But to make the most of it, you’ll need an equally powerful gaming PC or the latest consoles too.

And in terms of audio, this TV has 20W bottom-firing speakers with DTS-HD, Dolby Audio, and Dolby Atmos support. As for software, the TCL 55C735 runs on the latest Google TV OS with TCL’s own Amati UI on top that adds a few helpful features. By the way, last year’s TCL 55C728 is also currently available in Nepal. It’s also a 55″ QLED TV with similar specs to this one, but since both of them retail at a similar price, we’d suggest you get the newer model.

TCL 55C735 55″ 4K TV Specifications:

  • Display: 55” QLED panel, Dolby Vision IQ, AiPQ Engine, 144Hz refresh rate
  • Resolution: 4K Ultra-HD (3840 x 2160 pixels)
  • Sound: 2x 10W output
  • Audio Decoder: DTS-HD, Dolby Audio, Dolby Atmos
  • OS: Google TV with Amati UI
  • Processor: Quad-core
  • Connectivity: WiFi, Bluetooth, 3x HDMI 2.1, 2x USB 2.0, 1x network (LAN), 1x AV composite video in, 1x earphone out, 1x Digital audio out, 1x RF in
  • Price in Nepal: Rs. 120,490

Best 55″ 4K TV Under 1.5 Lakh in Nepal (Summary)

Rank Best 55” 4K TV under 1.5 Lakh in Nepal Price
1 TCL 55C735 4K QLED TV Rs. 120,490
2 Skyworth 55SUE9500 4K QLED TV Rs. 135,900
3 Sony 55X80J 4K TV Rs. 153,000
4 LG 55UQ6550 4K AI ThinQ TV Rs. 103,990
5 Samsung UA55AU7700 4K TV Rs. 106,480
6 Hisense HA55U712WTG 4K TV Rs. 162,860*
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Vivo X Fold 2 goes official with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and 50MP main camera

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Vivo X Fold 2 goes official with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and 50MP main camera

Vivo has launched its flagship foldable, the X Fold 2. It’s the successor to last year’s X Fold, with some improvements. So let’s take a look at the specs, features, and expected price of the Vivo X Fold 2 in this article.

Vivo X Fold 2 Overview:

Design and Display

Going with the design, Vivo has used an aviation-grade self-developed FS54 material to make the X Fold 2 lightweight and durable. So, the foldable is just 13mm thick when folded and 6-6.7mm when unfolded while the weight is around 280g. The company claims 400,000 folding tests for the hinge which now comes with an upgraded water drop diameter of 5.0mm.

However, like the first-gen X Fold, there are no hints of ingress protection this time as well. The phone is available in three color options: China Red, Azure Blue, and String Shadow Black.

Vivo X Fold 2 Design and DisplayUp front, there is an 8.03″ E6 AMOLED 2K res main display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 1800 nits of peak brightness. The cover display is a 6.53″ E6 2K res AMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and 1600 nits of peak brightness. Both displays also house an in-display fingerprint scanner for biometric security.

Performance

The X Fold 2 is powered by the latest flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 which is based on a 4nm fabrication process. This flagship SoC contains an octa-core CPU with one Cortex-X3 (@3.2 GHz), two Cortex-A715 (@2.8 GHz), two Cortex-A710 (@2.8 GHz), and three Cortex-A510 (@2.0 GHz). For graphics, there is an integrated Adreno 740 GPU. Likewise, the foldable uses VC cooling to keep the thermals in check.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2The chipset is further paired with 12GB LPDDR5X RAM and up to 512GB UFS 4.0 onboard storage. Vivo ships this phone with Android 13 with Origin OS Ocean on top.

Cameras

Talking about the cameras, X Fold 2 features a triple camera setup on the back led by a 50MP f/1.8 main sensor. with OIS. Accompanying it are a couple of 12MP lenses for telephoto and ultrawide shots. Like in flagship Vivo phones, the foldable enjoys in-house Vivo V2 ISP and ZEISS optimization. Upfront, you get a 16MP camera on both the main and cover displays for selfies.

Vivo X Fold 2 Camera

Rest of the specs

Continuing with the battery, the phone bears a dual 2400mAh battery, totaling to 4800mAh. It gets accompanied by 120W wired and 50W wireless charging. Likewise, for wireless connectivity, the phone supports triple-band WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, and GPS. Rest apart, you also get a stereo speaker setup powered by Dolby Atmos.

Vivo X Fold 2 Specifications:

  • Display:
    • Outer: 6.53-inch 120Hz E6 AMOLED, 1600 nits (peak)
    • Inner: 8.03-inch E6 AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate, 1800nits (peak)
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm mobile platform), Vivo V2 ISP
  • Main Camera: Triple; Zeiss Coating
    – 50MP Primary, OIS
    – 12MP Ultrawide
    – 12MP Telephoto
  • Selfie Camera:
    – 16MP, f/2.5 (Outer)
    – 16MP, f/2.5 (Inner)
  • Memory: 12GB LPDDR5X RAM with 256/512GB UFS 4.0 storage
  • Software: Android 13 with OriginOS Ocean
  • Fingerprint Sensor: Ultrasonic fingerprint scanner (In-display) on both displays
  • Battery: 4800mAh battery
  • Charging: 120W wired, 50W wireless
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS / GLONASS / BDS / GALILEO / QZSS / NavIC, NFC, 5G

Vivo X Fold 2 Price in Nepal and Availability

In China, the Vivo X Fold 2’s price starts at CNY 8,999 for the base 12/256GB variant. we can expect the Vivo X Fold 2 price in Nepal to begin from NPR 224,999, although it’s very unlikely to see this phone launching outside of China.

Vivo X Fold 2 Price in China (Official) Price in Nepal (Expected)
12/256GB CNY 8,999 NPR 224,999
12/512GB CNY 9,999 NPR 249,999

Vivo Pad 2 goes official with 144Hz screen, Dimensity 9000

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Vivo Pad 2 goes official with 144Hz screen, Dimensity 9000

Alongside its new flagship foldable, Vivo also launched its new tablet in China, the Pad 2. It’s the flagship offering from the brand that succeeds the original Pad launched in April 2022. So let’s get into the specs, features, availability, and expected price of the Vivo Pad 2 in Nepal.

Vivo Pad 2 Overview:

Design and Display

Pad 2 borrow has a similar design language as the first-gen Pad. It comes with an aluminum unibody chassis with squared-off edges and is available in Blue, Pink, and Grey color options. That said, the company has made the tablet thinner at 6.5mm versus 8.5mm on its predecessor.

Vivo Pad 2 Design

It also comes with a bigger screen this time around, measuring at 12.1-inches. It’s an IPS LCD panel that has a 2.8K resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. The display also supports HDR 10+ and has a display chip that helps protect your eyes from blue light.

But the highlight of the screen is its 7:5 aspect ratio, which is similar to the OnePlus Pad. Both brands claim that this aspect ratio offers a more natural experience when reading web pages and other content.

Additionally, Pad 2 features a self-developed simulation writing engine that provides users with real and tactile feedback; similar to what you would experience when writing with a pen or pencil on paper, says Vivo.

Accessories

Vivo-Pad-2-Keyboard

Vivo has also introduced a couple of new accessories to boost your productivity. There’s a keyboard cover case and a second-generation stylus. The keyboard features a 1.3mm key travel distance and a large 6531 sq. mm trackpad. The stylus comes with two nibs, soft and hard, and can be magnetically attached to the side of the tablet.

  • Meanwhile, check out all the prices and specs of Vivo tablets here

Performance

The tablet is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chip, which replaces the Snapdragon 870 in the Vivo Pad. The chip should offer superior performance, particularly for demanding tasks such as gaming. The SoC is paired with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 512GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage. The tablet runs on OriginOS 3, which is based on Android 13.

Rest of the specs

Vivo Pad 2 Speakers

The tablet has two cameras on the back, including a 13MP primary camera and a 2MP macro sensor. There is also an 8MP camera for selfies. The audio is taken care of by four full-range speakers and two tweeters that produce up to 6W of sound output. Last but not least, keeping things up and running is a 10000mAh battery that supports up to 44W charging.

Vivo Pad 2 Specifications:

  • Dimensions: 266.03 x 191.60 x 6.59mm; 585 grams
  • Display: 12.1-inches IPS LCD, 144Hz refresh rate, DCI-P3, HDR 10, 7:5 aspect ratio
  • Resolution:  2.8K (2800 × 1968 pixels)
  • Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 9000 (4nm)
  • Memory: 12GB LPDDR5 RAM, Up to 512GB UFS 3.1 storage
  • Software & UI: OriginOS 3
  • Rear Camera: Dual (13MP primary, 2MP macro)
  • Front Camera: 8MP
  • Audio: Quad-stereo speakers (6W)
  • Battery: 10000mAh with 44W fast charge
  • Color Options: Blue, Pink, Grey

Vivo Pad 2 Price in Nepal and Availability

The tablet is launched in China at a starting price of CNY 2,499 for the baseline 8/128GB trim and goes up to CNY 3,399 for the 12/512GB model. We expect the price of Vivo Pad 2 to start at NPR 55,000, if and when it launches here.

Vivo Pad 2 Price in China Price in Nepal (Expected)
8/128GB CNY 2,399 NPR 55,000
8/256GB CNY 2,799 NPR 65,000
12/256GB CNY 3,099 NPR 70,000
12/512GB CNY 3,399 NPR 75,000
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Asus ZenBook 14 Flip OLED.

Elon Musk announces “TruthGPT” to rival OpenAI’s ChatGPT

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Elon Musk announces “TruthGPT” to rival OpenAI’s ChatGPT

In a recent interview with Fox News, Elon Musk talked about launching “TruthGPT”, a “maximum truth-seeking AI” that will rival “biased” AI models like ChatGPT. It’ll be a chatbot that “tries to understand the nature of the universe” among other things.

Elon Musk announces TruthGPT to rival ChatGPT

Elon Musk said he wants to create an alternative to Microsoft and Google’s AI platforms. And in case you didn’t know, Musk actually co-founded OpenAI in 2015 alongside the current CEO Sam Altman. He argued that OpenAI had strayed away from its core “open” ideals and turned into a closed, for-profit corporation. He also expressed his distaste for OpenAI’s relationship with Microsoft saying, “In effect, Microsoft has a very strong say if not directly controls OpenAI at this point.”

TruthGPT vs ChatGPT

Elon Musk’s TruthGPT will be an AI tool that “will do more good than harm”, claims Musk. “AI is more dangerous than, say, mismanaged aircraft design or production maintenance or bad car production”, Musk said in the interview. He believes AI could be a civilization-level threat if it becomes able to lie, deceive, and sway public opinions.

Current Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT only display answers if these answers don’t trigger any (OpenAI’s) filters. OpenAI mentions that this filter exists for “safety reasons” but Elon seems to hold a belief that OpenAI’s filters are too “politically correct” and the bot gives “woke” responses. According to Elon, TruthGPT will be a maximum truth-seeking AI that serves as a more transparent alternative.

A safeguard

Musk believes his AI could be humanity’s safeguard against an AI uprising. He said, “I think this might be the best path to safety in the sense that an AI that cares about understanding the universe is unlikely to annihilate humans because we are an interesting part of the universe.”

He then gave an analogy of chimpanzees. ”We recognize humanity could decide to hunt down all the chimpanzees and kill them,” Elon said. “We’re actually glad that they exist, and we aspire to protect their habitats.” I don’t feel safer about the future after Elon’s comparison but his efforts for free speech and transparency are definitely commendable.

Elon Musk and TruthGPT: Conclusion

Elon’s announcement about TruthGPT lines up with the recent news about his new AI company “X.AI“. Interestingly, he had proposed a 6-month halt on LLMs and such chatbots not long before all this. Elon has always been vocal about the dangers of AI and the implications of creating highly powerful models without proper regulations in place. His company Neuralink also serves to “fuse” humans with technology so we don’t get left behind in the future.

Now, he is stepping into the LLM space. Though he is relatively late to this space, Elon Musk’s TruthGPT might rival ChatGPT and Google’s Bard in the coming years. And we look forward to Musk’s “maximum truth-seeking AI”. Whatever that means.

Honor 90 Pro tipped to launch with a 200MP primary camera

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Honor 90 Pro tipped to launch with a 200MP primary camera

Launched back in November 2022, the Honor 80 Pro was one of the first smartphones to sport a 200MP camera. According to rumors, its successor, the Honor 90 Pro, is currently in the works. And based on the leaks that have emerged thus far, it appears that the new model will be only a slight upgrade from its predecessor. In this article, we will delve into the leaks and rumors surrounding the Honor 90 Pro, as well as its anticipated release date and price.

Honor 90 Pro Rumors:

The Honor 90 series has received network access approval from China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). That certification disclosed not much except for the smartphone model numbers, which are “REA-AN00” for the Honor 90 and “REP-AN00” for the Honor 90 Pro.

Cameras

The popular tipster, Digital Chat Station (DCS), has leaked the initial details about the upcoming Honor 90 Pro. As per him, the smartphone will feature the same primary camera as the 80 Pro, which is a 200MP Samsung ISOCELL HP3 sensor.

Samung ISOCELL HP3 Image Sensor

However, in the 80 Pro, Honor restricted the sensor’s resolution to 160MP for some reasons. Therefore, it remains to be seen whether the company will utilize the full capacity of the 200MP camera this time around.

Likewise, the device is expected to come with the same 50MP ultrawide and 2MP depth sensors as its predecessor. Additionally, Honor will retain the dual selfie camera, consisting of a 50MP primary and 2MP depth lens.

Others

Apart from the cameras, the Honor 90 Pro is expected to share similar specifications with the 80 Pro. This means that the device will sport a 6.78-inch OLED display with 2.5K resolution. And the smartphone is rumored to retain the same Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC. Battery-wise, it will come with a 4800mAh battery that supports 66W wired and 5W reverse wired charging capabilities.

Honor 80 Pro Design and Display

Honor 90 Pro Specifications (Rumored):

  • Display: 6.78” curved OLED, 120Hz, 10-bit color
  • Resolution: 2.5K (2700 x 1224 pixels)
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4nm)
  • Rear Cameras: Triple (with LED flash);
    – 200MP primary
    – 50MP ultrawide
    – 2MP depth
  • Front Cameras: Dual;
    – 50MP primary
    – 2MP depth
  • Battery: 4,800mAh Li-ion
  • Charging: 66W fast charging

Honor 90 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

The Honor 90 Pro is expected to be unveiled in May of this year, along with other smartphones in the same series. At the moment, there are no details regarding the price of the smartphone though.

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