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Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 4 with Intel chipsets now available in Nepal!

Aarohan Niraula

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April 20, 2023

Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 4 with Intel chipsets now available in Nepal!

ThinkBooks have been popular choices for work devices or personal machines in Nepal but only the Ryzen variants have been widely available. Now, you can get your hands on the 14-inch ThinkBook equipped with Intel Core processors. In this article, let’s take a look at the Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 4 (2022), its specifications, features, price in Nepal, and availability details.

Lenovo Thinkbook 14 Gen 4 (2022) Overview:

Design and Display

Thinkbook 14 brings the tried and tested Lenovo Think-look with an aluminum metal body that weighs just 1.4 kg. The top features an anodized finish while the whole of the machine measures less than 18mm thick.

The display on the Thinkbook 14 is an FHD IPS panel with a matte finish and a 16:9 aspect ratio. A TN panel variant is also available in some markets but we’d recommend skipping that one for obvious reasons. Besides that, the panel can hit 300 nits of brightness and can cover up to 100% sRGB colors (either 45% NTSC or 100% sRGB variants). It also features TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light certification for a better viewing experience.

Performance and Memory

Powering the Thinkbook are Alder Lake Intel Core processors (12th Gen). Unfortunately, Gen 5 models of the Lenovo ThinkBook 14 ( (with 13th Gen processors) haven’t quite arrived here. That being said, you can pick between Intel U and P series chips. That includes basics like the Intel Core i3-1215U with just 6 cores and relatively powerful ones like the i7-1260P with its 12+16 (Core/Thread) combo. Exact availability is discussed in the final section.

As for the GPU, you can either get the integrated Iris XE or the NVIDIA GeForce MX 550 with 2GB of VRAM. Memory-wise, there’s an 8GB (soldered) default configuration which you can extend up to a total of 40GB (DDR4 3200MHz RAM) via the extra SO-DIMM slot (up to 32GB). There’s also an additional M.2 slot for storage expansion (up to 2TB total).

Security and Connectivity

Being a business device, you get plenty of security features like a TPM 2.0 chip and a fingerprint reader integrated power button. There’s also a Kengiston slot and a physical camera shutter for privacy.

For connectivity, you get gigabit Ethernet, WiFi 5 (WiFi 6 and 6E on some models), and Bluetooth 5.1. As for the ports, you get plenty of I/O with 2 Type-As, a Thunderbolt 4 port alongside another Type-C port, an SD card reader, an HDMI port, and a 3.5mm jack.

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Finally, fueling the ultrabook is either a 45Wh or a 65Wh lithium battery. Since the laptop runs on efficient chips, battery life should be pretty decent even with the modest cell capacity. This is backed up by the fact that the machine scored 6 hours (45Wh) to 8 hours (60Wh) on the MobileMark 2018 benchmark. You can charge it via the 65W USB-C adapter in the box.

Lenovo Thinkbook 14 Gen 4 Specifications:

Body: 323 x 218 x 17.9 mm, 1.4 kg
Display: 14-inches IPS, Antiglare, 45% NTSC (or 100% sRGB), 300 Nits
Resolution: FHD (1920 x 1080)
Processor:
- Intel Core i3-1215U (6C/8T, up to 4.4GHz, 10MB cache)
- Intel Core i5-1235U (10C/12T, up to 4.4GHz, 12MB cache)
- Intel Core i7-1255U (10C/12T, up to 4.7GHz, 12MB cache)
- Intel Core i5-1240P (12C/16T, up to 4.4GHz, 12MB cache)
- Intel Core i7-1260P (12C/16T, up to 4.7GHz, 18MB cache)
RAM: 8GB DDR4-3200MHz (soldered) + 1x SO-DIMM (32GB)
Graphics:
- Intel Iris Xe (Integrated)
- NVIDIA GeForce MX 550 (Dedicated, 2GB VRAM)
Storage: 5126GB PCIe Gen 4 SSD
Keyboard: Backlit/Non-backlit, 80% keyboard
Security: Fingerprint reader, Kensington Nano slot, Privacy shutter
Battery: 45Wh (or 65Wh), Rapid Charge, 65W power adapter
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 5 (or WiFi 6/6E), Bluetooth 5.1
Ports: 1x Thunderbolt 4, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (DisplayPort, Power Delivery), 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (one always on), 1x 3.5mm audio, 1x SD card, 1x RJ45

Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 4 Price in Nepal and Availability

You can get your hands on the Thinkbook 14 via the Hukut Store. Currently, i5 and i7 models are available with the former also featuring dedicated MX graphics. The Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 4 price in Nepal starts at NPR 76,499.

Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 4	Price in Nepal	Availability
Intel Core i5-1235U, 8/512GB, Intel Iris XE	NPR 76,499	Hukut
Intel Core i5-1235U, 8/512GB, NVIDIA GeForce MX 550	NPR 80,499	Hukut
Intel Core i7-1255U, 16/512GB, Iris XE	NPR 121,499	Hukut

Meanwhile, check out our video on the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Gen 3:

Huawei’s new autonomous driving system should have Tesla worried

Aarohan Niraula

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April 20, 2023

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Huawei’s new autonomous driving system should have Tesla worried

Chinese tech giant Huawei unveiled its latest breakthroughs in the autonomous driving space at the “Huawei Smart Car Solution Conference 2023” held on April 16. Dubbed “Huawei ADS 2.0”, the company says it also brings the industry’s first laser fusion GOD technology. And looking at all its features, Huawei’s second-gen autonomous driving system might pose a big threat to Elon Musk’s Tesla. Let’s learn more.

Huawei ADS 2.0 and GOD Overview:

Autonomous Driving System 2 (or ADS 2.0 for short) is an impressive self-driving technology that functions without the need for high-precision accurate maps. Whereas GOD stands for Generalised Object Detection, which uses multiple sensors to detect and identify objects and obstacles.

Utilizing a road network topology inference technology, Huawei’s ADS 2.0 can more accurately and reliably map out its surrounding. Through this, it can identify traffic lights, intersections, and other road elements. Traditionally, autonomous driving technology makes use of high-precision maps that are both costly and time-consuming to produce. Moreover, they require frequent revisions due to infrastructure changes. Hence this new technology is more practical and can be implemented on a large scale. Mr. Yu Chengdong, CEO of Huawei Smart Car Business Group, shared a similar sentiment about it.

Huawei ADS 2.0 and GOD Features

Navigation

Huawei AITO M5

As mentioned before, ADS 2.0 navigates using road network topology inference rather than relying on precision maps. This makes navigation safer as well as eliminates room for mapping errors due to changes in road infrastructure.

Safety

Huawei’s new GOD (Generalized Obstacle Detection) technology uses multiple sensors like lidar, millimeter-wave radar, and cameras to detect obstacles like falling rocks or overturned vehicles and decelerate or stop completely. This allows it to safely navigate unknown and irregular obstacles that might not be a common occurrence. GOD technology is more accurate than the current obstacle detection algorithms so smart cars with ADS 2.0 and GOD will be much safer than they are today.

Speed

ADS 2.0 has been optimized for high-speed drives too. The manual takeover mileage, which is the distance a car can travel on autopilot before a driver takes over, has also increased from 100 km in ADS 1.0 to 200 km in ADS 2.0.

Parking

When it comes to parking, ADS 2.0 has a couple of tricks up its sleeves. It can do an automatic search for available parking spaces or a 360° scan of your surrounding for parking discovery. There is a special valet parking system that supports 160 different kinds of “intelligent” parking. Such as ramp parking spaces, underground parking, and other unconventional spaces.

Variants

Huawei currently offers ADS 2.0 in 3 packages: basic, advanced, and high-end/premium.

The AITO M5 2024 Advanced Intelligent Driving Model will be the first car to roll with these technologies. Avita 11 and Arcfox Alpha S·HI will be the next in line to have ADS 2.0 and GOD technology.

AITO M5 2024 (Advanced Intelligent Driving Model)

Commercial vehicle makers that have partnered up with Huawei either have the basic or the advanced package equipment. While the premium package equipment can be added as an optional purchase. The basic package offers Active Safety Assist, Active Cruise Control, and a 360-panoramic view. Similarly, the advanced option adds add high-speed cruise assist and smart parking capabilities, whereas the premium package has valet parking and Urban Navigation assistance.

Huawei ADS 2.0 Price

Huawei ADS 1.0 and ADS 2.0 can be purchased either with a one-time fee or on a monthly/annual subscription.

Variant	One time purchase	Annual subscription	Monthly subscription
ADS 1.0	CNY 32,000	CNY 6,400	CNY 640
ADS 1.0	(~ USD 4,645)	(~ USD 930)	(~ USD 93)
ADS 2.0	CNY 36,000	CNY 7,200	CNY 720
ADS 2.0	(~ USD 5,225)	(~ USD 1,045)	(~ USD 104.5)

Meanwhile, check out our impressions of Realme GT Neo 5 (Realme GT 3)

Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro launched with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, 144Hz display

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April 19, 2023

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Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro launched with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, 144Hz display

Launched back in 2021, Xiaomi Pad 5 and Pad 5 Pro were the company’s first tablet launch in quite some time. And Xiaomi has now launched its successors, Pad 6 and 6 Pro. Let’s know more about the Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro along with its expected price in Nepal in this article.

Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro overview:

Design and Display

Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro has a boxy aluminum body design with Xiaomi 13 series-like camera cutout at the back. The tablet is quite slim at 6.51mm and weighs around 490g. Xiaomi sells this tablet in three colors: Black, Blue, and Gold.

In terms of display, it’s an 11-inch 144Hz 2.8K IPS LCD display with HDR10+ and Dolby Vision support. Moreover, the display has an aspect ratio of 16:10 and comes with Gorilla Glass 3 protection on top.

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

Performance

Under the hood, Xiaomi has used Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, which is based on 4nm fabrication technology. This chipset has an octa-core CPU with one Cortex-X2 (@3.19 GHz), three Cortex-A710 (@2.75 GHz), and four Cortex-A510 (@1.80 GHz). For graphics, there is an integrated Adreno 730 GPU.

Memory-wise, the Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro comes with up to 12GB LPDDR5 RAM and up to 512GB UFS 3.1 onboard storage. Xiaomi has shipped this tab with Android 13-based MIUI Pad 14.

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Rest of the specs

The Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro features a dual camera setup at the back consisting of a 50MP, f/1.8 primary camera and 2MP, f/2.4 depth sensor. At the front, there is a 20MP, f/2.2 sensor for selfies.

Moving on, this tablet is fueled by a massive 8600mAh battery with 67W fast charging. On the connectivity part, there is support for dual-band Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3.

Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro Specifications:

Dimension: 254 x 165.2 x 6.5 mm, 490g
Display: 11″ IPS LCD, 144Hz refresh rate, 240Hz sampling rate, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 550 nits (peak) brightness
Resolution: 2.8K (2880 x 1800 pixels), 309 PPI
Rear Camera: 50MP primary + 2MP depth
Front Camera: 20MP
Processor: Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
Memory: 8/12GB RAM, 128/256/512GB UFS 3.1 storage
OS: MIUI Pad 14 on Android 13
Battery: 8600mAh, 67W Fast Charging
Audio: Quad speakers
Color Options: Black, Blue, Gold

Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro Launch and Availability:

The Pad 6 Pro is launched in China at a starting price of CNY 2,399. We expect the price of the Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro to start at NPR 52,999 if and when it launches in Nepal.

Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro	Price in China (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
8/128GB	CNY 2,399	NPR 52,999
8/256GB	CNY 2,699	NPR 58,999
12/256GB	CNY 2,999	NPR 65,999
12/512GB	CNY 3,299	NPR 71,999

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Xiaomi Pad 5.

Xiaomi Master Mini LED TV launched with 86″ 144Hz display, 70W speakers

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GadgetByte

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April 19, 2023

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Xiaomi Master Mini LED TV launched with 86″ 144Hz display, 70W speakers

Xiaomi announced a host of new products at yesterday’s launch event. Including Xiaomi 13 Ultra, Pad 6 series, and Smart Band 8. Along with them, the company also launched a new smart TV dubbed the Xiaomi Master Mini LED. So let’s know more about the Xiaomi Master Mini LED TV along with its full specifications and expected price in Nepal.

Xiaomi Master Mini LED TV Overview

Display

This new top-of-the-line TV from Xiaomi comes with an 86″ 4K display with Mini LED technology that divides the screen into 1080 independent light-emitting partitions to precisely control the brightness and color of the screen.

Furthermore, the display boasts a 144Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+, IMAX Enhanced feature, and 2000 nits of peak brightness. This TV can show up to 1.07 billion colors and has a 99% DCI-P3 color gamut.

Audio and Performance

Complementing this impressive display, there are 9 unit frequency speakers that contribute to 70W sound output. The speaker system also includes a 20W subwoofer for an immersive audio-visual experience. Moving on, this smart TV supports 3.1 surround sound with Dolby Atmos and DTS X support.

A Cortex A73 quad-core CPU powers the Xiaomi Smart TV Mini LED. Whereas for graphics, a Mali-G52 (2EE)MC1 GPU is integrated. Memory-wise, you get 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage capacity. Furthermore, there is support for AMD FreeSync, which helps in ultra-low latency gaming up to 1ms. It runs Xiaomi’s proprietary MIUI TV operating system.

Rest of the specs

In terms of connectivity, this TV have 3 x HDMI 2.1, 2 x USB, Ethernet, AV, and an optical port. The HDMI port also supports Auto Low Latency Mode for low-lag gaming and eARC for connecting to external soundbars. Wireless connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.2.

Xiaomi Master Mini LED TV Specifications:

Display: 86” 4K (3840 × 2160 pixels), Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, IMAX Enhanced
Processor: Quad Core Cortex A73 CPU
Memory: 4GB RAM, 64GB storage
Software: MIUI TV
Connectivity: dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.2, 3 x HDMI 2.1 (1 contain eARC), 2 x USB, 1x Ethernet, 1x AV, 1x optical
Video codecs: Supports H.265, MPEG1/2, etc.
Speaker & Audio: Stereo speakers (70W), DTS-X, Dolby Audio

Xiaomi Master Mini LED TV Price in Nepal and Availability

The Xiaomi Master Mini LED TV launched in China at CNY 14,999. We expect the price of the Xiaomi Master Mini LED TV to be NPR 327,999, if and when it launches in Nepal.

Xiaomi Master Mini LED TV	Price in China (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
86″	CNY 14,999	NPR 327,999

Meanwhile, check our review of the Samsung AU8000 75″ TV .

Honor’s latest MagicBook ultrabooks to launch with 12th Gen Intel CPUs

Honor

Mintu

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April 19, 2023

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Honor’s latest MagicBook ultrabooks to launch with 12th Gen Intel CPUs

Honor is preparing to launch its new ultrabooks, the MagicBook X14 and X16 2023 in India soon. The duo features a Full HD IPS screen and a 12th Gen Intel processor. So without further ado, let’s get into the specs, features, and expected price of Honor Magicbook X14 and Honor X16 (2023) laptops in Nepal.

Honor Magicbook X14, X16 (2023) Laptop Overview:

Design and Display

The Magicbook X14 and X16 (2023) boast a slim profile with a 4.5mm ultrathin micro-frames design. You get an aluminum chassis on both laptops. However, the X14 is lighter at 1.4kg as compared to X16’s 1.75kg weight. Likewise, both models equip a backlit keyboard with a 1.5mm long keystroke depth.

In terms of display, the X14 sports a 14-inch screen with a screen-to-body ratio of 88% to deliver an immersive viewing experience. While the X16 goes with a 16-inch panel with an 89% screen-to-body ratio.

Regardless of the sizes, both are IPS displays with Full HD resolution, 300nits peak brightness, and 100% sRGB coverage. On top of that, you get double TUV Rheinland certifications: one for flicker-free DC dimming and the other for low blue light emission.

Performance

Under the hood, the MagicBook X14 and X16 share an Intel Core i5-12450H processor. This 12th Gen CPU from last year is based on 8 cores and 12 threads with a max speed of 4.4 GHz, enabling a 30% boost in performance than the previous gen.

As for storage, both laptops come with 8/16GB RAM along with 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD storage. Users can also further expand the storage up to 1TB via the dual SSD slots.

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Battery, Ports, and Others

Fueling the ultrabooks is a 60WH battery with support for 65W USB Type-C Super-charge and multi-device charging. The Magicbook Series X14 and X16 duo feature 1x USB Type-C, 1x USB-A 3.1 Gen 1, 1x USB-A 3.1 Gen 1, 1x 2-in-1 headphone/mic, and an HDMI port. For wireless connectivity, they both support WiFi and Bluetooth as well.

Additionally, the laptops feature HONOR Share and multiscreen collaboration along with HONOR device clones that can transport data at speeds of up to 70Mb/s. Plus, there is a fingerprint scanner embedded in the power key on both laptops.

Honor Magicbook X14, X16 (2023) Specifications:

Display:
- X14: 14-inch FHD display, 88% screen-to-body ratio
- X16: 16-inch FHD display, 89% screen-to-body ratio
Resolution: FHD (1920 x 1080 pixels)
Processor: 12th Gen Intel Core i5-12450H
Graphics: Intel UHD (Integrated)
RAM: 8/16GB DDR4
Storage: 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD
Ports:1x USB Type-C, 1x USB-A 3.1 Gen 1, 1x USB-A 3.1 Gen 1, 1x 2-in-1 headphone/mic,HDMI port
Battery: 60Wh battery
Power Adapter: 65W USB-C fast charger

Honor Magicbook X14 and X16 Price in Nepal

The X14 and X16 laptops are launching in India on April 21st. The company has also revealed the price of the Honor Magicbook series laptop to start from INR 48,990 on the Amazon India site. We can expect the Honor Magicbook X14 price in Nepal to begin from NPR 89,999 when it launches here.

Meanwhile, you can watch our best laptop buying guide video.

Apple Watch Series 7 Price in Nepal [Updated]

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April 19, 2023

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Apple Watch Series 7 Price in Nepal [Updated]

Apple Watch Series 7 was launched back in 2021 and has now been succeeded by the Watch Series 8. In this article, we will go through the specs, features, price, and availability of the Apple Watch Series 7 in Nepal.

Apple Watch Series 7 Overview:

Body

To begin with, the new Watch Series 7 has a 70% brighter display than the one on the Watch Series 6. Also, the screen now extends to the edge of the device resulting in thinner bezels of just 1.7 mm wide. It comes in 41 and 45-mm case options and features an Always-On Retina display.

The watch now has more rounded corners and the display is more durable than last year’s as well. It uses reinforced glasses and the case is IP6X rated for dust resistance. In addition, it is WR50 certified for water resistance too.

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Similarly, the aluminum body comes in Black, Gold, Blue, and Green colors. Likewise, there are varieties of strap colors to choose from—including Solo Loop like on the Watch Series 6.

Features

Furthermore, due to the larger screen real-estate, users will be able to view 50% more text on Watch Series 7’s screen. It runs on watchOS 8 which includes new cycling workouts and even has bike fall detection. Other features include more workouts modes like Pilates and Tai Chi, respiratory rate tracking while you sleep, an electrical heart sensor, and an ECG app.

The new OS also brings a redesigned interface that displays larger menu tiles in apps like Stopwatch, Activity, and Alarms. It aids in making the interaction easier, and, the watchOS 8 also comes with a full swipe-based keyboard.

Rest of the specs

The Apple Watch Series 7 packs a rechargeable battery that can go up to 18-hour on a single charge. For charging, it uses a USB Type-C port-based wireless charger that takes only 45 minutes to juice up the battery to 85%.

Apple Watch Series 7 Specifications:

Body: 44/41mm
Body: Glass front, Aluminum frame
Display: Always-on Retina OLED screen
Control: Touch, Swipe, Digital Crown with haptic feedback
Battery Life: 18 hours, 85% charge in 45 minutes
OS: Apple watchOS 8
Certification: IP6X, WR50 (50m water-resistant)
Connectivity: WiFi 802.11b/g/n (2.4GHz and 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.0, Built-in GPS
Sensors: Built-in Compass, Barometer Altimeter, SpO2 Sensor, Second-Gen Optical Heart Sensor, Electrical Heart Sensor, Accelerometer

Apple Watch Series 7 Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of the Apple Watch Series 7 in Nepal is Rs. 45,499 for the 41mm (GPS) variant. Likewise, you can get the 45mm version of the Apple Watch Series 7 for Rs. 48,499.

Apple Watch Series 7	Price in Nepal
41mm (GPS)	Rs. 45,499
45mm (GPS)	Rs. 48,499

Meanwhile, check out our review of the iPhone 13 Pro Max.

Huawei Nova 11 series goes official with 120Hz OLED display, satellite connectivity

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GadgetByte

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April 19, 2023

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Huawei Nova 11 series goes official with 120Hz OLED display, satellite connectivity

Huawei has launched its newest midrange phones under the Nova 11 series in China. It consists of three models: the regular Nova 11, the Nova 11 Pro, and the high-end Nova 11 Ultra, all of which come with a striking green color scheme. Let’s get into the detailed specifics of the Huawei Nova 11 series (Nova 11, 11 Pro, 11 Ultra), along with its expected price in Nepal.

Huawei Nova 11 Series Overview:

Huawei Nova 11

First off, let’s talk about the vanilla Nova 11. It’s the least expensive model in the lineup but still has a 6.7-inch 10-bit AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. The phone is also lightweight and slim, measuring 6.8mm thick and weighing only 168 grams. And you also get a premium glass sandwich build.

But unfortunately, there’s no extra hardened-glass protection here. Although Huawei has used its in-house Kunlun glass protection on display, it’s surprisingly an optional add-on that costs an extra CNY 200 (roughly NPR 4,400).

Camera-wise, there’s an array of three sensors on the back consisting of a 50MP sensor and an 8MP ultrawide lens. On the front, there’s a single 60MP selfie camera. The phone is touted to shoot 4K@30fps videos from both the front and rear cameras.

Under the hood, it is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G processor based on 6nm fabrication technology. Even though the 778G supports a 5G modem, the Nova 11 is limited to LTE cellular connectivity only.

Storage options include 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB, although the RAM capacity hasn’t been confirmed by the brand yet. The phone comes with the latest HarmonyOS 3 operating system from Huawei. Last but not least, there’s a 4500mAh battery powering everything everywhere all at once and it charges via a 66W adapter.

Nova 11 Specifications:

Display: 6.7-inches OLED panel, 120Hz refresh rate, 300Hz touch sampling rate, HDR10
Resolution: FHD+ (2412 × 1084 pixels)
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G (6 nm)
GPU: Adreno 642L
Storage: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB
Software & UI: HarmonyOS 3
Rear Camera: Dual-camera;
– 50MP, f/1.9 primary
– 8MP, f/2.2 ultra-wide sensor
Front Camera: 60MP, f/2.4 sensor
Security: Optical in-display fingerprint scanner
Connectivity: 4G, Dual-band Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC
Battery: 4500mAh; 66W wired fast charging
Colors: Dawn Gold, Snowy White, Luminous Black, Color 11 Green

Huawei Nova 11 Price in Nepal

The smartphone is launched in China at a starting price of CNY 2,499. We expect the price of Huawei Nova 11 to start in Nepal at NPR 54,999 if and when it launches here.

Huawei Nova 11	Price in China (official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
128GB	CNY 2,499	NPR 54,999
256GB	CNY 2,799	NPR 60,999
256GB (with Kunlun Glass)	CNY 2,999	NPR 65,999
512GB (with Kunlun Glass)	CNY 3,399	NPR 74,999

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Huawei Nova 11 Pro and Ultra

Continuing with the Nova 11 Pro and 11 Ultra, they both feature a curved glass front and leather back. They also have a similar dimension measuring 7.8mm in thickness and 188 grams in weight.

Likewise, both smartphones are built around a large 6.78″ OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a touch sampling rate of 300Hz. The Ultra variant comes with Kunlun Glass protection. But if you want the same protection for the Pro variant, you’ll need to pay extra, just like with the vanilla Nova 11.

Moving on, the rear camera configuration includes a 50MP primary lens which can toggle between f/1.4 and f/4.0 aperture. Also, this is an RYYB sensor and has laser Auto Focus (AF) built-in. Accompanying it is an 8MP ultrawide camera and a “ten-channel color temperature sensor”, which helps adjust colors the main and the wide lens.

Even for selfies, you get two cameras on the front consisting of a 60MP primary and an 8MP portrait lens with 2x optical zoom. On the other hand, the performance, memory configuration, and OS of the smartphone are the same as the Nova 11. The same 4500mAh battery also fuels these smartphones, but you now get faster 100W charging support.

Although there are many similarities between the Nova 11 Pro and Ultra, the main difference is that the Ultra supports two-way satellite messaging via the Beidou constellation. This feature, of course, adds to the overall cost of the device.

Huawei Nova 11 Pro and Ultra Specifications:

	Nova 11 Pro	Nova 11 Ultra
Display Size	6.78” OLED
Properties	120Hz refresh rate, 300Hz touch sampling rate, HDR10
Resolution	FHD+ (2652 × 1200 pixels)
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G (6 nm)
OS	HarmonyOS 3
Storage	256GB, 512GB	512GB
Rear Camera	50MP, f/1.9 (f/1.4-f/4.0 in Ultra) Primary 8MP, f/2.2 Ultrawide Up to 4K @ 30 fps videos
Front Camera	60MP, f/2.4 8MP, f/2.2 Portrait
Security	Under Display Fingerprint Scanner, 2D Face Unlock
Audio	Stereo Speakers
Connectivity	4G, Dual-band Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, Satellite Connectivity (Ultra only)
Battery	4500mAh, 100W Charging
Colors	Dawn Gold, Snowy White, Luminous Black, Color 11 Green	Luminous Black, Color 11 Green

Huawei Nova 11 Pro and Ultra Price in Nepal

In China, the Nova 11 Pro and 11 Ultra have a starting price of CNY 3,499 and CNY 4,999, respectively. If and when the phone launches in Nepal, we expect the prices for the Nova 11 Pro and 11 Ultra to start at NPR 76,999 and NPR 98,999, respectively.

Smartphones	Variants	Price in China (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Huawei Nova 11 Pro	256GB	CNY 3,499	NPR 76,999
	256GB (with Kunlun Glass)	CNY 3,699	NPR 80,999
	512GB (without Kunlun Glass)	CNY 3,999	NPR 87,999
Huawei Nova 11 Ultra	512GB	CNY 4,499	NPR 98,999

Meanwhile, check our review of Vivo X90 Pro.

Xiaomi Smart Band 8 goes official with 150+ sports modes

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April 19, 2023

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Xiaomi Smart Band 8 goes official with 150+ sports modes

Xiaomi has launched its latest fitness band along with Xiaomi 13 Ultra and Pad 6 Series in China. The Smart Band 8 is the latest addition to the already popular Mi Band lineup and the successor to the last year’s Band 7. So, let’s find out more about the newly launched Xiaomi Smart Band 8, along with its expected price in Nepal.

Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Overview:

Design and Display

At a quick glance, the Band 8 doesn’t look that different from its predecessor, or every other Mi Band for that matter. That is, it retains the same pill-shaped design. But this time, Xiaomi has also added a few new ways how you can wear and use the band.

The Smart Band 8 arrives in five different straps, all unique in their own way. What’s more interesting is that the brand also decided to go with a two-piece band, breaking away from its traditional single-strap approach.

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The company mostly highlighted its capability to wear it as a pendant around the neck. The necklace-style design is an interesting addition, giving users more options to wear the band as a fashion accessory. This time, you will also be able to put the band on your shoes. Xiaomi uses pegs to achieve this. It can monitor your regular running data along with 13 other professional data such as stride frequency, ground impact force, etc.

Talking about the display, it comes with the same 1.62-inch AMOLED display as its predecessor. It now refreshes at 60Hz, and Xiaomi has added a few built-in games. Now, you can play games like Soduko and 2048 straight from the watch faces. This band comes with 5ATM water resistance that prevents water damage up to a depth of 50 meters.

Fitness / Health Tracking

Xiaomi’s latest wearable features a PPG heart rate sensor for continuous heart monitoring, SpO2 level measurement, 24/7 sleep tracking, and female health tracking – much like their previous band model. New to the Xiaomi Band 8 is the ability to track VO2 Max. Additionally, it supports 150+ workout modes, including interactive boxing mode and running beam mode.

Rest of the secs

Xiaomi Band 8 is fueled by a 190mAh battery with fast charging support. In terms of connectivity, it features Bluetooth 5.1 connection, and select models also feature NFC. For pairing, one has to use the Xiaomi Sports Health app.

Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Specifications:

Dimensions: 48 x 22.5 x 10.99 mm, 27g
Display: 1.62″ AMOLED panel, 600 nits
Control: Touch, swipe
Ingress Protection: 5ATM
Health tracking: 24/7 Heart-rate / SpO2, Sleep, Step, Women’s Health
Sports Mode: 150+
Battery: 190mAh
Connection: Bluetooth 5.1
Compatibility: Android 6.0 or iOS 12.0 and above
Companion App: Xiaomi Sports Health

Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Price and Availability

This new Xiaomi Band 8 is currently up for sale in China at a starting price of CNY 239. We expect the price of the Xiaomi Smart Band 8 in Nepal to start at NPR 5,999 if and when it launches here.

Xiaomi Smart Band 8	Price in China (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Without NFC	CNY 239	NPR 5,999
With NFC	CNY 279	NPR 6,999

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Xiaomi Smart Band 7.

Xiaomi 13 Ultra arrives with 1-inch variable aperture main camera

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GadgetByte

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April 18, 2023

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Xiaomi 13 Ultra arrives with 1-inch variable aperture main camera

After a long wait, Xiaomi has finally pulled the curtains off of the Xiaomi 13 Ultra. The device joins the lineup of already impressive handsets, including the Xiaomi 13 and 13 Pro, both of which offer Leica co-branded cameras and top-shelf Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipsets. So, let’s see what make Xiaomi 13 Ultra stand out from its siblings and also its expected price in Nepal.

Xiaomi 13 Ultra Overview:

Cameras

Xiaomi’s Ultra series has always placed emphasis on cameras, and the 13 Ultra is no exception. Like the 13 Pro, it boasts a 1″ main sensor and Leica tuning for its cameras. But of course, there are upgrades that justify its “Ultra” title.

First off, the 13 Ultra combines its large 1″ camera sensor with a variable aperture ranging between f/1.9 to f/4.0. This allows users to have control over the amount of light and depth of field in their photos and videos.

But, Xiaomi is not the first to offer this feature on a smartphone. Samsung introduced variable aperture on the Galaxy S9 series way back in 2018. It’s just that the feature hasn’t been democratized over the years.

Anyways, the main camera is accompanied by three 50MP Sony IMX858 sensors, each dedicated to their respective roles. Among them, one serves as an ultrawide camera with a 122-degree FOV, while another functions as a telephoto lens with a 75mm focal length, equivalent to a 2.5x zoom.

The third one is also a telephoto sensor, but with a longer focal length of 120mm, providing a 5x optical zoom capability. The cameras are all equipped with a Leica Vario-Summicron lens. Likewise, selfies and video calls are handled by a 32MP lens on the front.

Photography Prowess

Now, the photography prowess of the Xiaomi 13 Ultra goes beyond its hardware specs. As usual, Xiaomi and Leica have joined forces to bring an array of impressive features to the device.

For starters, similar to the Xiaomi 13 Pro, there are two Leica modes available—Leica Vibrant and Leica Authentic. Additionally, Xiaomi has added the capability to shoot 50MP UltraRAW photos from the main camera.

Moreover, the 13 Ultra brings a new Fast Shot mode for aspiring street photographers. This mode will allow you to take focus-free snapshots by setting the focus point manually. Fast Shot will then snap a photo in just 0.8s.

The brightest screen on a smartphone

Besides exceptional camera capabilities, the 13 Ultra shines the brightest with its display. Quite literally! As a flagship phone, it comes with all the bells and whistles you can expect—including an AMOLED panel, WQHD+ resolution, and a 120Hz LTPO refresh rate. And it also supports HDR 10+ and Dolby Vision standards.

But the standout feature of this screen is its incredible brightness of 2600 nits. This makes the Xiaomi 13 Ultra’s display the brightest in the world, surpassing the iPhone 14 Pro Max’s 2000 nits of brightness.

According to the brand, the display is also calibrated using the new CIE 2015 colorimetry, which supports automatic color management to ensure accurate and consistent color presentation across all recently launched Xiaomi devices. Additionally, the panel supports 1920Hz PWM dimming and in-display heart rate monitoring.

Design

As for the design, like previous flagships, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra takes design inspiration from cameras. It has a large circular ring on the back which is complemented with a new second-generation faux leather layer with an antibacterial and dirt-resistant coating, as well as a special anti-yellowing coating.

The frames of the phone are made of alumnium, and it comes equipped with necessary protections like Corning Gorilla Glass Victus on the front and an IP rating to ensure long-lasting durability. The phone is available in Black, Olive Green, and White colors.

Performance

Moving on, in charge of things inside is Qualcomm’s current best Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. With such raw inside, the brand has taken necessary measures to keep the smartphone’s temperature in check.

The 13 Ultra comes with a new in-house Loop LiquidCool technology which will not only help users play demanding games for long hours; but will also help to capture 4K videos at 60fps without any frame rate drop, says the brand. Additionally, the phone features an upgraded USB 3.2 port that can offer peak data transfer speeds of up to 5Gbps, which is ten times faster than the previous model.

Memory-wise, you get to choose between 12GB or 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 256/512GB or 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage. The smartphone ships with MIUI 14, which is based on the latest version of Android.

Others

Besides this, the smartphone gets its juice from a 5000mAh battery that supports 90W fast wired charging. With this, Xiaomi claims the smartphone can go from 0-100% in just 35 minutes. Likewise, you also get support for 50W wireless charging.

Xiaomi 13 Ultra Specifications:

Body: 163.18mm x 74.64mm x 9.06mm, 227 gm; IP68 rating
Display: 6.73″ E6 AMOLED curved panel, 120Hz LTPO refresh rate, Up to 240Hz touch sampling rate, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 2600 nits peak brightness, 10-bit colors
Resolution: WQHD+ (3200 x 1440 pixels)
Display Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm Mobile Platform)
Memory: 12/16GB LPDDR5X RAM, 256/512GB, 1TB UFS 4 storage (fixed)
Software & UI: Android 13 with Xiaomi’s MIUI 14 on top
Rear Camera: Quad (with LED flash);
– 50MP Sony IMX989, OIS, Variable aperture
– 50MP Sony IMX858 ultra-wide lens, 115º FOV
– 50MP Sony IMX858 telephoto lens, 75mm, OIS
– 50MP Sony IMX858 telephoto lens, 120mm, OIS
Front Camera: 32MP sensor (punch-hole cutout)
Audio: Dual speaker setup, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res & Hi-Res Wireless
Security: In-display fingerprint sensor, Face unlock
Battery: 5000mAh (single-cell)
Charging: 90W wired, 50W wireless

Xiaomi 13 Ultra Price in Nepal and Availability

The Xiaomi 13 Ultra is available for pre-order in China with a starting price of CNY 5,999 for the base 12/256GB variant. Although Xiaomi has not yet announced the global price for the 13 Ultra, the company has confirmed that it will launch in the international market in the next few months. If and when it launches in Nepal, we expect the price of the Xiaomi 13 Ultra to start at NPR 150,000.

Xiaomi 13 Ultra	Price in China	Price in Nepal (Expected)
12/256GB	CNY 5,999	NPR 150,000
16/512GB	CNY 6,499	NPR 160,000
16GB/1TB	CNY 7,299	NPR 170,000

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Xiaomi 13 Pro.

Huawei MateBook D14 and D16 (2023) launched with Intel’s 13th Gen CPUs

Huawei

Aarohan Niraula

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April 18, 2023

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Huawei MateBook D14 and D16 (2023) launched with Intel’s 13th Gen CPUs

The 2023 edition of Huawei MateBook D14 and D16 have just been announced with the latest 13th Generation Intel processors. Alongside these new Ultrabooks, the company also unveiled the Nova 11 series of smartphones, the Huawei Band 8 fitness tracker, and more in China. Here, we will be looking at the specs, features, and availability of Huawei MateBook D14 and D16 2023, along with their expected price in Nepal.

Huawei MateBook D14 and D16 (2023) Overview:

Design and Display

Both these laptops feature a sleek metal body design with an IPS LCD display covering a 100% sRGB color gamut. As the name indicates, you get a smaller 14-inch screen on the D14 while the D16 has a larger 16-inch display. Likewise, they carry the same 1920 x 1200 pixels resolution and a tall 16:10 aspect ratio.

These displays also have a 90% screen-to-body ratio and 300 nits of typical brightness. For security, Huawei has embedded a fingerprint reader into the power button. And while the laptop’s 1080p webcam doesn’t have a physical privacy shutter, there is a dedicated shortcut button to shut it off. You can find Huawei MateBook D14 and D16 2023 in either in 2 colors: Bright Moon Silver and Space Grey.

Performance

As mentioned earlier, these new Huawei Ultrabooks are packed with the latest 13th Generation “Raptor Lake” Intel mobile processors. The MateBook D14 can be configured with either Core i5-1340P or Core i7-1360P CPU. On the other hand, the D16 has 3 configurations: Core i5-13500H, Core i7-13700H, or Core i9-13900H.

Both of them come equipped with 8 or 16GB LPDDR4x RAM and either 512GB or 1TB of NVMe PCIe SSDs. Since there is no discrete graphics here, you’ll have to make do with the integrated Iris Xe GPU here.

Rest of the specs

Getting to the battery, Huawei MateBook D14 has a 56Wh cell while its bigger brother gets a bigger 60Wh unit. They both support 65W fast charging which can juice the laptop to 50% in about 30 minutes only. Huawei also claims a 57% increase in file download speed and wider connection thanks to their new generation WiFi antennas.

As for wireless connectivity, there’s Bluetooth 5.1 and WiFi 6 support. Whereas the I/O options include two USB-C (only one in D14), two USB-A, one HDMI, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. They also have dual speakers with Dolby Atmos support and dual microphones. These Ultrabooks have a standard backlit chiclet keyboard with a 1.5mm travel distance and a 5-point trackpad.

Huawei Matebook D14 and D16 (2023) Specifications:

Design and Build: Aluminium body
Display: 14-inch / 16-inch IPS LCD panel, 100% sRGB, 90% screen-to-body ratio, 1920 x 1200 resolution, 1200:1 contrast ratio
Keyboard: Full size, Backlit, 1.5mm travel
Processor:
- D14: Intel 13th Generation (Core i5-1340P or i7-1360P)
- D16: Intel 13th generation (Core i5-13500H or i7-13700H or i9-13900H)
RAM: 8/16GB LPDDR4x (non-upgradable)
Storage: 512GB or 1TB NVMe PCIe SSD (D16 doesn’t have a 512GB variant )
Graphics: Intel Iris Xe (integrated)
Audio: Dual speakers, Dolby Atmos, Dual microphones
Webcam: FHD (1080p) camera
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.1, WiFi 6 (dual-band)
Ports: 1x USB 2.0 Type-A, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C (only one on D14), 1x HDMI, 1x 3.5mm headphone jack
Battery: 56Wh (D14), 60Wh (D16)
Charging: 65W fast charging

Huawei MateBook D14 and D16 2023 Price in Nepal

In China, the MateBook D14 and D16 cost CNY 5,099 (~USD 740) and CNY 5,699 (~USD 830), respectively for their base configuration. We expect the Huawei MateBook D14 and D16 2023 price in Nepal to start at NPR 116,999 and NPR 130,999 if and when they launch here.

Configuration		Price in China	Price in Nepal (Expected)
MateBook D14 (2023)	i5, 16/512GB	CNY 5,099	NPR 116,999
MateBook D14 (2023)	i7, 16/1TB	CNY 6,099	NPR 139,999
MateBook D16 (2023)	i5, 16/1TB	CNY 5,699	NPR 130,999
	i7, 16/1TB	CNY 6,699	NPR 153,999
	i9, 16/1TB	CNY 7,199	NPR 164,999

Meanwhile, check out our review of Intel Arc graphics here