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Honor Magic 5 official with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 54MP triple cameras

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February 28, 2023

Honor Magic 5 official with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 54MP triple cameras

Honor recently unveiled its flagship Magic 5 series at MWC 2023 on February 27. The lineup includes Magic 5 Pro and Magic 5. We’ve covered the Pro variant in a separate story. Whereas, in this article, we will take a closer look at the full specs, features, availability, and expected price of the Honor Magic 5 in Nepal.

Honor Magic 5 Overview:

Design and Display

The Magic 5 resembles its Pro sibling in many ways. And that starts with the design itself. Here you get the same “Eye of Muse” camera design inspired by black-hole while it also retains the Black color option. Honor has replaced the Meadow Green shade of the 5 Pro with Glacier Blue on the vanilla 5.

On the front is a curved AMOLED screen measuring 6.73 inches. This display refreshes at 120Hz, has 1600 nits of peak brightness, and supports HDR 10+. It also has 2160Hz PWM Dimming support to combat screen flickering.

Along with the Magic 5 Pro, it is one of the first smartphones to receive TÜV Rheinland Circadian Friendly Certification. For this Honor has used a feature called Ciradian Night Display, which adjusts the color temperature of the display to match melatonin secretion in the human body.

For starters, melatonin is a hormone that influences when you sleep and when you wake up. Thus, Honor’s new Circadian feature is said to have less of an impact on your night’s sleep.

Snapdragon 8 Gen 2

Powering the smartphone is a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip. It is a flagship octa-core processor with one Arm-Cortex X3 (@3.19GHz), two Arm-Cortex A715 (@2.8GHz), two Arm-Cortex A710 (@2.8GHz), and three Arm-Cortex A510 (@2.0GHz). For graphics, there is an integrated Adreno 740 GPU, which also supports hardware-level ray tracing, by the way.

It is available in 8/12GB RAM options paired with a 256GB storage variant, with no storage expansion options. Magic 5 comes preloaded with Android 13 and MagicOS 7.1 on top.

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Cameras

While everything so far is identical to the Pro variant, cameras are where things start to diverge. In comparison to the 5 Pro’s trio of 50MP sensors, the Magic 5 features a triple camera setup led by a 54MP primary camera. Joining the lineup is a 50MP ultrawide and 32MP telephoto lens with 2.5x Optical Zoom and 50x Digital Zoom. For selfies, a 12MP camera is housed inside a tiny punch-hole in the front. Both cameras have 4K video recording capabilities.

Rest of the specs

Moving on, the Magic 5 is fueled by a 5100mAh battery that supports 66W fast charging. Talking about connectivity, it supports dual-band Wi-Fi 7 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be), Bluetooth 5.2, IR blaster, and NFC. Additionally, it comes with stereo speakers with DTS X Ultra sound support. However, it lacks a 3.5mm jack for wired earphones and such.

Honor Magic 5 Specifications:

Dimensions: 161.4 x 75.5 x 7.8mm; 191 grams
Display: 6.73″ OLED, 120Hz refresh rate, 1600 nits brightness
Resolution: FHD+ (2688 × 1224 pixels), 19.76:9 aspect ratio
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm Mobile Platform)
Memory: 8GB RAM
Storage: 256GB storage
Software & UI: MagicOS 7.1 on top of Android 13
Rear Camera: Triple
- Primary: 54MP (f/1.9), 1/1.49″, PDAF
- Ultrawide: 50MP (f/2.0), 122˚ (FoV), 2.5cm macro photography
- Telephoto: 32 MP (f/2.4), 2.5x Optical Zoom, 50x Digital Zoom, PDAF, OIS
Front Camera: 12MP (punch-hole)
Audio: Stereo speaker, USB-C headphone jack
Security: Fingerprint sensor (In-Display Optical)
Battery: 5100mAh with 66W Honor SuperCharge
Colors: Glacier Blue, Black

Honor Magic 5 Price in Nepal and Availability

The smartphone is available in two memory configurations, 8/256GB and 12/256GB, with prices starting at EUR 899. We expect the price of Magic 5 to be NPR 125,999 if and when it launches here.

Honor Magic 5	Price in Europe	Price in Nepal (Official)
8/256GB	EUR 899	NPR 125,999

Meanwhile, check out our review of the OnePlus 11.

Realme 10 with Helio G99, 90Hz sAMOLED display launched in Nepal

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February 28, 2023

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Realme 10 with Helio G99, 90Hz sAMOLED display launched in Nepal

Back in November, Realme 10 was unveiled as the latest addition to the new number series. The phone has now made its way to the Nepali market. So, let’s look into the Realme 10 in more detail, including its specs, features, official price, and availability in Nepal.

Realme 10 Overview:

Performance and Memory

Last year’s Realme 9 was powered by the Snapdragon 680, which brought the power efficiency of a 6nm process but sacrificed raw performance as a result. Realme is improving this with the Helio G99. This new mid-range chip is based on TSMC’s 6nm and brings newer and faster CPU cores. With the new chip, Realme 10 has already scored 400,086 points in Realme’s internal testing.

The chip is paired with up to 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB of storage. Users will be able to access an additional 8GB of virtual memory. As per the company, Realme 10 can run 18 apps simultaneously because of the hardware and software optimization.

Design and Display

Realme 10 sports a 6.4-inch FHD+ screen that refreshes at 90Hz. The touch sampling rate is listed at 180Hz. Although Realme is using a Super AMOLED panel, the phone settles with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.

The frames are now flat, with only the edges retaining curves. Realme has also gotten rid of the plastic camera bump at the back.

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Camera

As a result, the two camera sensors emerge from the rear panel itself. Realme has scaled down the resolution of the primary camera from 108MP to 50MP. Realme 10 doesn’t have an ultrawide module since the only other camera is a 2MP portrait sensor.

Rest of the Specs

Moving on, the phone is getting the same 5,000mAh battery as its predecessor. The charging speed is also capped at 33W. The phone ships with Android 12-based Realme UI 3.0. For audio, the phone has a down-firing single speaker and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Realme 10 Specifications:

Dimensions: 159.9 x 73.3 x 7.95mm; 178 grams
Display: 6.4″ Super AMOLED, 90Hz refresh rate, 180Hz touch sampling, 600 nits brightness
Resolution: FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio, 409 PPI
Chipset: MediaTek Helio G99 (6nm Mobile Platform)
Memory: 4/6/8GB LPDDR4X RAM
Storage: 128GB/256GB storage
Software & UI: Realme UI 3.0 on top of Android 12
Rear Camera: Dual (50MP primary, 2MP macro)
Front Camera: 16MP (punch-hole)
Audio: Single speaker, 3.5mm headphone jack
Security: Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Battery: 5000mAh with 33W SuperVOOC charging
Colors: Clash Black, Rush White

Realme 10 Price in Nepal and Availability

In Nepal, the Realme 10 is priced at NPR 29,999 for the 8/128GB variant. You can buy the smartphone from Hukut and other retail stores across Nepal.

Realme 10	Price in Nepal (Official)	Availability
8/128GB	NPR 29,999	Hukut

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Realme 10.

Xiaomi details MIUI 14 rollout schedule for the global market

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Xiaomi details MIUI 14 rollout schedule for the global market

Following the official announcement in China late last year, Xiaomi has officially announced the MIUI 14 for global markets at MWC 2023. The Xiaomi 13 and 13 Pro are the first devices to come pre-installed with this custom skin. Additionally, the company has shared a list of Xiaomi and Redmi devices that will receive the new Android 13-based MIUI 14 update in the future. We will go over the smartphones that will receive the Android 13-based MIUI 14 update in this article.

Xiaomi MIUI 14 based on Android 13 Global Rollout Timeline

For the time being, globally Xiaomi has only shared the list of smartphones that will get the MIUI 14 update in the first quarter of 2023. It’s likely that the brand will add more smartphones to the list in the coming days.

Here is the list of devices that will get the Android 13-based MIUI 14 update globally in Q1, 2023.

Xiaomi Smartphones

12 Series: Xiaomi 12, 12 Pro, 12X, 12 Lite, 12T, 12T Pro
11 Series: Xiaomi 11T, 11T Pro, 11 Lite 4G, 11 Lite 5G, 11 Lite NE 5G, 11, 11i, 11 Ultra

Redmi Smartphones

Note Series: Redmi Note 10, 10 Pro, 11 Pro+ 5G
Number Series: Redmi 10 5G

Xiaomi MIUI 14 based on Android 13 India Rollout Timeline

That being said, the MIUI 14 in India is getting some region-specific features. And Xiaomi India has also shared a separate timeline for Xiaomi and Redmi devices that will get the new Android 13 update. The rollout will begin in Q1 2023 and will go until Q3, 2023. Here’s the complete list of devices:

Q1 2023

Xiaomi Smartphones

11 Series: Mi 11 Ultra, 11x, 11x Pro, 11T Pro, 11 Lite NE 5G

Redmi Smartphones

Note Series: Note 12 Pro+, Note 12 Pro
Number Series: Redmi 11 Prime
K-Series: Redmi K50i

Q2 2023

Xiaomi Smartphones

11 Series: Xiaomi 11i, 11i HyperCharge
10 Series: Mi 10, 10i

Redmi Smartphones

Note Series: Note 11 Pro Max, 11 Pro, 10 5G, 10T, 10 4G, 10S
Number Series: Redmi 9 Power
Tablets: Redmi Pad, Xiaomi Pad 5

Q3 2023

Xiaomi Smartphones

10 Series: Mi 10T, 10T Pro

Redmi Smartphones

Note Series: Redmi Note 12 5G, Note 11, Note 11 Pro 5G, Note 11T, Note 11S
Number Series: Redmi 10, 10 Prime, 10 Prime (2022)

What’s new in MIUI 14?

While there aren’t many visual changes in MIUI 14, there are a few fresh features related to on-device privacy and optimization.

Redesigned Home Screen

While MIUI 14 resembles its previous iteration in many ways, Xiaomi now offers more customization for the home screen with MIUI 14. You can now stylize it by using tabular icons, large folders, widgets, and wallpapers to make it look clearer and easier to use in everyday use.

The new UI also brings a card-style design which helps to present the information more efficiently.

Back-end Optimization

Xiaomi claims that MIUI 14 uses less storage than MIUI 13 and is optimized to free up more memory for space savings. Since MIUI is a heavy Android skin, this is certainly a step in the right direction. Also, MIUI 14 will automatically compress rarely used apps to ensure optimal performance.

On-device Privacy

For privacy-conscious users, there’s a new on-device privacy feature that processes sensitive data within the device. With this, MIUI 14 uses the capabilities of your device to recognize text on images quickly and accurately. It is available for more than ten system services, says Xiaomi.

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Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro goes global with 48dB ANC, spatial audio, and more

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February 27, 2023

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Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro goes global with 48dB ANC, spatial audio, and more

While the Xiaomi 13 Pro was the star of Xiaomi’s launch event at MWC, the company also announced its latest TWS in the form of Buds 4 Pro. Here, we will run through the specifications, features, expected price, and availability of the Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro in Nepal.

Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro Overview:

Design

For its latest flagship earbuds, Xiaomi has designed a space-inspired “Space Capsule” design. It measures 49.5 grams in weight and is available in two color options: Star Gold and Space Black.

Inside you get color-matching earbuds that weigh around 5.0 grams. So, they are pretty lightweight. As far as the look is concerned, Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro carries on the in-ear design of its predecessor, but with a lot more curves on it. You get IP54 ratings on both the earbuds and charging case.

Audio Drivers and Connectivity

Inside of the Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro, you get second-gen dual-magnetic dynamic drivers with a diameter of 11mm. The frequency response of the earbuds ranges from 20Hz to 40kHz. You even get wireless Hi-Res audio, courtesy of the LHDC 4.0. You can also enjoy 96kHz audio transmission with Xiaomi’s latest flagships, including Xiaomi 12 Series and the new MIX Fold 2.

All of the functions of the Buds 4 Pro are controlled by an unspecified 12nm-based multi-core chip. The chip is said to improve computing performance as well as help reduce power consumption.

In terms of connectivity, Xiaomi’s latest flagship earbuds come with Bluetooth LE 5.3 on board with a wireless range of 10m. There is even support for simultaneous multi-device connections. Users can also customize the settings of the Buds 3 Pro using the Xiaomi headphones app.

Controls

Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro has pressure-sensitive controls on board that you can use to control playback, enable ANC and take calls. The earbuds even support voice commands that you can use for a number of functions such as volume adjustment and basic playback control.

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Active Noise Cancelation

As expected from a flagship audio accessory, Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro boasts advanced noise cancelation. According to the company, it can achieve a noise reduction depth of up to 48dB across a 4000Hz bandwidth. The earbuds can automatically switch between three levels of ANC based on the surrounding. Alternately, users can tweak the ANC using the six-control system offered by Xiaomi.

In addition to the ANC, Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro offers three levels of transparency mode. In addition to the Standard transparency mode, the company has now introduced Voice Enhancement and Ambient Enhancement.

Rest of the Features

Xiaomi has installed six sensors inside the Buds 4 Pro that dynamically detects the movement of your head of 360-degree spatial audio. This feature is currently only available in the Xiaomi 12S Ultra and Mi Mix Fold 2, with promised expansion over other models.

For attending calls, Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro features a three-mic system connected to a bone voiceprint sensor. Combining this hardware setup with Xiaomi’s AI-based noise reduction algorithm, the buds are said to resist 32.4km/hr.

Battery and Charging

Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro claims 9 hours of music playback on a full charge and up to 38 hours with the charging case included. This is with the ANC turned off. Turning on the feature will reduce the battery endurance to 5 hours. The earbuds can be fully charged in 30 minutes. However, you can get up to 3 hours of playback with just 5 minutes of charging. The charging case is even compatible with Qi Wireless charging.

Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro Specifications:

Color Options: Star Gold, Moon Shadow Black
Sound Driver: 11mm dual-magnetic dynamic driver
Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz
Audio Codec: AAC, SBC, LHDC 4.0
Noise Cancellation: Yes, ANC (up to 48dB) with Ambient mode
Microphone: Yes, 3 + Bone voiceprint sensor
Connectivity: Bluetooth v5.3
IP Rating: Yes, IP54 (earbuds + charging case)
Playback Time:
- Earbuds: Up to 9/5 hours (AAC, 50%, ANC on/off)
- With case: Up to 38 hours (AAC, 50%, ANC off)
Control: Pressure-based control, Voice Control
Charging: Fast Wired Charging, Qi Wireless Charging
Charging Time: 3 hours (3hr playback in 5 minutes)
Companion App: Xiaomi Earbuds (Get Here)

Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

The Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro costs EUR 249 in Europe, and is already available for purchase through company’s official site. Based on this, we can expect the Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro to retail for around NPR 40,000 if it launches in Nepal.

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TWS earbuds	Price in Europe	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro	EUR 249	NPR 40,000

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Meanwhile, check out our review of the Redmi Buds 3 Lite.

Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro official with MIUI OS, 15 days battery life

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February 27, 2023

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Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro official with MIUI OS, 15 days battery life

Launched last year in China, Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro has finally made its way to the international market. Sitting right at the top of the Watch S1 lineup, it brings features such as MIUI OS, NFC and more. In this post will go through the specifications, features, availability, and expected price of the Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro in Nepal.

Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro Overview:

Design, Display

The spherical stainless steel unibody design of the Watch S1 Pro measures 46mm in diameter. The right side of the wearable has a digital crown and an almost invisible button to regulate overall operation. It can be coupled with either Black Viton or Leather Brown strap.

Moreover, the Watch flaunts a 1.47-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 480 × 480 pixels and a brightness of 600 nits. Since it can endure 5 meters of depth underwater, it is ideal for usage in swimming pools and open water.

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Features

The S1 Pro is powered by a 12nm processor that is touted to provide extended battery life. The smartwatch supports third-party applications since it boots on MIUI. This is among a few of smartwatches to feature full-fledged MIUI OS.

It connects to your smartphone via Bluetooth 5.0, and it features built-in NFC for easy payment. Like the Watch S1, it has a microphone and speaker setup for taking calls from the watch itself.

Health and fitness tracking features include a 24-hour heart rate monitor and SpO2 sensor. You can also keep track of your sleep patterns, stress levels, and skin temperature. Additionally, there are over 100 workout modes to choose from. The built-in GPS allows for route tracking.

Rest of the specs

Moving on, the Watch S1 Pro is backed by a 500mAh battery that is said to last for 15 days. It allows both magnetic and reverse wireless charging. Likewise, there is also support for 2.4GHz WiFi.

Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro Specifications:

Body: Stainless steel
Band: Black Viton, Leather Strap
Display: 1.47″ AMOLED, 480 × 480 pixels
Connectivity: WiFi 802.11 b/g/n (2.4GHz), Bluetooth 5.2
Audio: Microphone, speaker
Battery: 500mAh, Up to 15 days
Compatibility: iOS 13.0 or Android 6.0 and above
Water Resistant: 5ATM (up to 50m)
Sensors: Heart rate, blood oxygen, acceleration, gyroscope, geomagnetic, air pressure, ambient light, capacitance, GPS (Beidou, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS)
Health Tracking: 24/7 heart rate monitoring, SpO2, Sleep tracking
Sports Modes: 100+ sports modes

Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

The wearable is now available for purchase in Europe for a price of EUR 299. We expect the price of Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro to start at NPR 45,000, if and when it launches in Nepal.

Smartwatch	Price in Europe	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro	EUR 299	NPR 45,000

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Xiaomi Watch S1 Active.

Xiaomi’s new electric scooter offers 70km mileage on full charge

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Xiaomi’s new electric scooter offers 70km mileage on full charge

Xiaomi has unveiled its latest electric scooter, the Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Ultra, at MWC, 2023. The newest scooter from the company bears some upgrades over its predecessor, the Scooter 4 Pro in terms of design, horsepower, and run time. Let’s get into the specs, features, and expected price of the Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Ultra in Nepal.

Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Ultra Overview:

Design

The new Scooter 4 Ultra boasts some changes in the design aspects as compared to the Pro model. It has a wider and higher handlebar for more comfortable usage. And the maximum load capacity is now increased to up to 120kg, as it has a stronger aluminum alloy frame than that of the Scooter 4 Pro.

The electric vehicle also bags an IP55 rating against dust and water resistance. It is a foldable scooter with a dimension of 545 x 1200 x 545 mm when folded and 1260 x 1200 mm when unfolded. As for the weight, it is 24.5kg heavy. Likewise, there is a touchscreen for modes switching and viewing speed, battery life, etc.

Features

One of the key improvements in the Ultra is its dual suspension system. This allows the Scooter 4 Ultra to run smoothly even on difficult terrains and roads with better shock absorption. The top speed is rated at 25km per hour while it can also run on a 25% inclined slope, thanks to the 940W brushless motor.

Likewise, there is Sports/S+ mode that can accelerate the speed to 25km per hour in just 4 seconds. For speed control, there is E-ABS + drum brake system. Lifting up the scooter is Xiaomi’s DuraGel Tire which is a 10-inches self-sealing, puncture-proof, and tubeless tire.

For night rides, Xiaomi has also provided a front light that can be turned on by long pressing the power button. Likewise, the tail light can be set to always on mode via the Mi Home app.

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Battery, Charging, and Connectivity

Powering the electric scooter is a 12000mAh Lithium-ion battery. It can be fully charged within 6.5 hours via a 124W charger. Talking of the backup, the Xiaomi Scooter 4 Ultra has a run time of 70km which is 25km longer than its predecessor.

The scooter can connect with Xiaomi’s Mi Home app. The user can view the remaining range, ride data, and history from the app. On top of that, the app can also send notifications related to any fault on the electric scooter.

Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Ultra Specifications:

Dimensions: 1,260 x 1,200mm (unfolded), 545 x 1,200 x 545mm (folded)
Wheel: Xiaomi Duragel Tubeless Tire
Maximum Load: 120kg
Motor Power: 940W (Max), 500W (rated)
IP Rating: IP55
Battery: 12,000 mAh (561.5 Wh) Lithium-ion, 70km range
Fast Charging: 124W Max
Charging Time: 6.5 hours
Top Speed: 25 km/h
Suspensions: Dual Suspension System
Brakes: E-ABS + drum brake
Color Options: Black

Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Ultra Price in Nepal & Availability

The official price of the scooter is EUR 999 and it will be available to purchase from April 2023. We can expect the Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Ultra price in Nepal to be NPR 144,999 if and when it launches here.

Electric Scooter	Official Price	Expected Price in Nepal
Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Ultra	EUR 999	NPR 149,999

Meanwhile, check out our impression of the Yatri Project One.

Xiaomi’s new wireless AR glass could be a game-changer

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February 27, 2023

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Xiaomi’s new wireless AR glass could be a game-changer

Xiaomi, the Chinese tech giant, unveiled its concept of wireless AR glass at the MWC 2023, called “Wireless AR Glass Discovery Editon”. This is the company’s first wireless AR glass with distributed computing and a retina-level adaptive display that adjusts to the lighting environment.

Xiaomi Wireless AR Glass Discovery Edition Overview:

Lightweight design

Xiaomi has used lightweight materials such as magnesium-lithium alloy, carbon fiber, and a self-developed silicon-oxygen anode battery to make this glass as light and comfortable as possible. As a result, this thing weighs only 126 grams.

Industry-first retina-level display

Moreover, this is the first AR glass ever with a retina-level display. The PPD (Pixels Per Degree) of the Xiaomi Wireless AR Glasses is 58. For reference, at 60 PPD, the human eye cannot distinguish granularity on the screen. This Micro OLED display also has a peak brightness of 1200 nits. Additionally, this AR glass comes with electrochromic lenses that can adapt to different lighting conditions.

Powerful performance

To achieve high-speed data connections with smartphones, Xiaomi has integrated its own high-speed interconnection buses into this glass. Powered by the Snapdragon XR2 Gen 1 Platform and Xiaomi’s proprietary low-latency communication link, this AR glass achieves wireless latency as low as 3ms when communicating with a phone. Or 50ms full link latency wireless connection that’s comparable to a wired solution.

According to Xiaomi, it has analyzed thousands of head-tracking data samples with details such as the center of gravity, leg spacing, angle, nose rest, and other factors to calibrate this AR glass.

Xiaomi Wireless AR glass has a natural gesture control

As the gesture recognition area, Xiaomi Wireless AR Glass uses the joints of the user’s inner fingers. The directional is oriented from the second joint of the middle finger to the second joint of the index finger, where the second joint of the index finger represents the upward direction. This, in conjunction with the surrounding areas, forms a four-way directional key for basic movement operations.

Boasting a retina-level near-eye display for AR glasses, Xiaomi Wireless AR Glass Discovery Edition delivers a truly immersive visual experience. Moreover, our self-developed Xiaomi AR Gesture Control empowers effortless control between virtual and real space. pic.twitter.com/EipqBWxkpW

— Lei Jun (@leijun) February 27, 2023

Overall, the micro gestures on the Xiaomi AR glass enable a user to perform basic tasks like selecting and opening apps, swiping through pages, exiting an app to return to the start page, use sliding and tapping operations—all without using a smartphone for controls. However, users can also use smartphones for controls if they want to. You can check the embedded tweet above to see these gestures in action.

More app support

Moving on, users can stream a bunch of large-screen applications including TikTok and YouTube through Mi Share on this glass. And they also have the ability to position familiar apps anywhere in the viewing space and adjust their interface size using spatial gestures. But the most important thing is that the Xiaomi Wireless AR Glass Discovery Edition can only pair with Snapdragon Spaces-ready devices like the Xiaomi 13 series, OnePlus 11, and more. Whereas the software support for this AR glass includes Snapdragon Spaces, OpenXR, and Microsoft MRTK development framework.

Xiaomi Wireless AR Glass Discovery Edition Price and Availability

There’s no official word on the pricing and availability of this AR glass since this is just a concept device for now. We’ll be sure to update this article with more info once Xiaomi discloses them.

Meanwhile, check our review of Vivo X90 Pro.

Xiaomi 13 arrives in the international market with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, Leica cameras

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February 27, 2023

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Xiaomi 13 arrives in the international market with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, Leica cameras

After much anticipation, Xiaomi 13 and 13 Pro have made their global debut at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2023. The lineup was first announced late last year in China with Leica co-branded cameras, three-dimensional speakers, and more. We have covered everything about the Pro model in a separate article. Whereas, in this article, we will go over the specifications, features, availability, and expected price of Xiaomi 13 in Nepal.

Xiaomi 13 Overview:

A redesign

To begin, the Xiaomi 13 gets a new look with a redesigned camera bump and flat side frame that gives iPhone-esque vibe. The frames in this case are made of a light aluminum alloy that has a nice shine to them. It comes in classic black and white colors, as well as a new green (3D glass) shade.

Among these, the latter is a nano-technology faux leather skin with excellent anti-dirt ability. Xiaomi says the back panel in this unit can easily be cleaned with a paper towel if there’s a stain on it.

Exclusive to China

Besides this, there’s also a Limited Edition of the Xiaomi 13, which is exclusive to China. Everything about this edition is similar to the regular model, but they come in more vibrant colorways. Specifically, there are five different color options: Flame Red, Gem Blue, Cement Ashes, Hurricane Yellow, and Jungle Green.

Xiaomi 13 Limited Edition — Limited Edition

Aside from the premium look, the device is also very portable, weighing only 189 grams and measuring 7.89mm in thickness. Likewise, the Xiaomi 13 is IP68-certified for dust and water resistance.

Display

Coming to the display, it measures 6.36 inches diagonally. As expected, this is an AMOLED panel with Full HD+ resolution and a refresh rate of 120Hz. Unlike the Pro model, it lacks LTPO technology, but it matches the 13 Pro’s peak brightness of 1900 nits.

Furthermore, because this is an E6 display, Xiaomi claims it consumes 22% less brightness than the Xiaomi 12 at the same brightness setting. Additionally, the company has provided support for practically all HDR standards, including Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR 10, and HLG.

This time, there’s a color temperature sensor onboard, which allows the phone to automatically adjust the color temperature of the screen based on the external environment. You also get an in-display fingerprint sensor for biometrics.

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Leica cameras

Now, cameras are among the biggest highlight of the Xiaomi 13. Not just because of the new design, but also because it includes Leica imaging capabilities. Here, all three rear cameras feature Leica’s professional optical lens.

The main sensor is a Sony IMX800 sensor with a 50MP, 23mm, 1/1.49″ resolution and a 7P lens that allows more light to pass through the sensor. Furthermore, the main unit has an ultra-low reflection coating and a new cycloolefin material to reduce glare. And Xiaomi has equipped it with Hyper OIS, which provides extremely stable photos and videos.

Following that is a 10MP telephoto with 3x zoom and OIS support. And an ultrawide sensor with a 12MP resolution and an aperture of f/2.2. Aside from the hardware, Leica’s imaging capabilities extend to software as well. There are four Leica picture modes that will adjust the color and tone to keep the originality of the picture. For selfies, there is a 32MP sensor with an f/2.0 aperture.

Snapdragon 8 Gen 2

In charge of all the things inside is Qualcomm’s latest and greatest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip. This new SoC improves performance by up to 37% thanks to a new high-performance Cortex-X3 core, four Performance cores (2.8GHz), and three Efficiency cores (@2.0GHz).

The mobile silicon is accompanied by up to 12GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage. Both the RAM and storage are based on new memory technology, specifically LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage, which should provide an improved multitasking experience and read/write speeds.

Moreover, since this is a high-performance smartphone, Xiaomi has included a 4642 mm2 vapor chamber cooling system to offer better thermals during heavy loads and gaming. Software-wise, the handset boots on Android 13-based MIUI 14, which was announced at the same event as the Xiaomi 13 Series.

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Battery and Charging

Fueling the smartphone is a 4500mAh battery that offered a battery life of 1.37 days under Xiaomi’s standard battery life test. You can recharge the phone either with a 67W wired charger, or a 50W wireless charger. And it also supports 10W reverse charging. Via the wired medium, you can charge from 0% to 100% in 38 minutes whereas 50W wireless charging takes about 48 minutes for a full charge.

Furthermore, Xiaomi has included its own P1 and G1 Surge co-processors for effective battery management. This dual-chip strategy was first seen on the high-end 12S Ultra, and it has now made its way to the Xiaomi 13 Series’ vanilla variant. Nice!

Rest of the specs

Aside from that, the Xiaomi 13 has a three-dimensional dual speaker setup with support for Dolby Atmos and Hi-Res Audio (Wireless). The phone also offers Dolby’s head tracking feature, which, when combined with the Xiaomi Buds 4, provides an immersive experience. Similarly, the smartphone has all of the flagship connectivity options, such as dual 5G SIM, WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, and NFC.

Xiaomi 13 Specifications:

Dimensions: 152.8×71.5×7.98mm (glass) / 8.1mm (leather)
Weight: 189g (glass) / 185g (leather)
Display: 6.36-inch E6 AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, 1900 nits (peak) brightness
Resolution: Full HD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio
HDR Certifications: Dolby Vision, HDR 10+, HDR 10, HLG
SoC: Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm)
Memory: 8GB/12GB LPPDDR5x RAM, 128GB/256GB UFS 4.0 storage
OS: MIUI 14 based on Android 13
Rear Cameras: Triple with Leica lenses;
– 50MP primary, 1/ 1.49″ Sony IMX800 sensor, f/1.8 aperture, Hyper OIS
– 12MP 120° ultra-wide angle, f/2.2 aperture
– 10MP 3.2X telephoto, f/2.0 aperture, OIS
Front Camera: 32MP, f/2.0 aperture
Biometrics: In-display fingerprint sensor
Audio: Three-dimensional stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio (Wireless), USB Type-C audio
IP Rating: Yes, IP68 dust and water resistance
Connectivity: 5G SA/NSA, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 6E (802.11 ax), Bluetooth 5.2, GPS (L1 + L5), NavIC, USB Type-C, NFC
Battery: 4500mAh , 67W wired charging, 50W wireless charging, 10W reverse wireless charging
Colors: Black, White, Green (3D glass)

Xiaomi 13 Price in Nepal and Availability

After that, if you’re interested in the Xiaomi 13, the base 8/128GB variant will set you back EUR 999. There’s another 12/256GB option as well, but Xiaomi is yet to reveal its price. The smartphone will go on sale on March 8. We expect the price of Xiaomi 13 to start at NPR 150,000, if and when it launches in Nepal.

Xiaomi 13 Pro	Price in Europe (starts from)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
8/128GB	EUR 999	NPR 140,000

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Xiaomi 12.

Redmi SonicBass Wireless Earphones Price in Nepal [Updated]

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Redmi SonicBass Wireless Earphones Price in Nepal [Updated]

Let’s check out the specs, features, official price, and availability of Redmi SonicBass Wireless Earphones in Nepal.

Redmi SonicBass Wireless Earphones Overview

Redmi SonicBass Wireless Earphones is not truly wireless earphone. It comes with a neckband design and is available in two color options – Black and Blue. The earphones have soft ear tips at the end of the earpiece. The earpiece is connected to the neckband through a thin wire. Unlike the OPPO Enco M31, Redmi has reinforced the wire where it connects to the earpiece so that the wire does not get damaged when plugging the earphones in and out of the ear.

The product is actually new in the sense that it has not been announced anywhere outside Nepal. So, we still don’t have the complete specs of the earphones. For example, we don’t know the size of the drivers being used. However, Xiaomi is claiming a superior sound quality with “Pro Bass” experience. Similarly, it comes with environmental noise cancellation features. It will come in handy while receiving or making a call.

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For connectivity, the new Redmi Sonic Bass Wireless Earphones come with Bluetooth 5.0. We can wear it during workouts and gym sessions as it has IPX4 certification against sweat and water splashes. The earphone boasts a continuous playback time of up to 12 hours. Xiaomi has also mentioned the Voice Control feature. However, there is no detail about how and what we can use this feature for.

Key Features:

Superior Sound with Pro Bass
Neckband design
Bluetooth 5.0
Voice Control
Environmental Noise Cancellation
IPX4 Certification
Six months Warranty
Read our review of the Redmi SonicBass Wireless Earphones.

Redmi SonicBass Wireless Earphones Price in Nepal

The official price of the Redmi SonicBass Wireless Earphone in Nepal is Rs. 2,549. You can buy the Bluetooth neckband from Hukut and other Xiaomi-authorized stores across Nepal.

Wireless Earphones	Price in Nepal (Official)	Availability
Redmi Sonic Bass Wireless Earphones	Rs. 2,549	Hukut Store

Watch our pick for the best budget neckbands in Nepal.

Mi Router 4C Price in Nepal [Updated]

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In this article, we will discuss the specs, features, official price, and availability of the Mi Router 4C in Nepal.

Mi Router 4C Overview:

Xiaomi is a brand that people trust. It is known to produce pocket-friendly devices that get the job done. And the Mi Router 4C is no different. It is not a dual-band router and therefore only supports 2.4GHz Wi-Fi 802.11 (n). In a relatively small package, the router brings to you four high-performance omnidirectional antennae, offers speeds of up to 300Mbps. The device measures 195 x 178.9 x 107 mm and thus it is a considerably slim device.

Mi Router 4C’s overall design is pretty much similar to the Mi Router 3. The bottom part of the router is made up of aluminum-magnesium alloy. This helps the device to automatically cool down.

Under the hood, the device is powered by the MediaTek MT7628N processor. Similarly, the router itself operates at a frequency of 880MHz. Furthermore, it also has 64MB DDDR2 RAM and 16MB NorFlash ROM. On the outside, the device has two ethernet ports that allow you to manually connect devices.

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As for the software side of things, this router runs on Mi Wi-Fi ROM OS. It is a customized version of OpenWRT. And it supports both Android and iOS router management software. The Mi Wi-Fi app can be used to control the device remotely. This app allows you to manage the router settings remotely. Moreover, there’s a QoS tool using which you can manage the bandwidth as per your requirement.

Specifications:

Processor: MediaTek MT7628N
Internal Memory: 64MB DDR2
ROM: 16MB NorFlash
Antennas: 4 x external signal band
Protocol Standards: IEEE 802.11b/g/n, IEEE 802.3/3u
Signal Band: 2.4GHz (maximum possible speed of 300Mbps)
OS: Mi WiFi ROM based on OpenWRT
Security: WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSk encryption, wireless access control, SSID hiding
Management Application: Supports web and Mi WiFi app on both Android and iOS
Hardware Interface: 2 x 10/100M self-adaptive LAN ports; 1 x reset button; 1 x 10/100M self-adaptive WAN port; power input interface
Companion App: Mi Wi-Fi (Android | iOS)

Mi Router 4C Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of the Mi Router 4C in Nepal is Rs. 1,999. You can buy the router from Hukut and other authorized Mi stores.

Router model	Price in Nepal	Availability
Mi Router 4C	Rs. 1,999	Hukut

In the meanwhile, check out our long-term review of Realme X7.