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Redmi Watch 2 Lite Price in Nepal [Updated]

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Xiaomi has launched a new smartwatch in Nepal, called the Redmi Watch 2 Lite. The watch made its global debut in November, last year. Here, we will walk through the specs, features, availability, and official price of the Redmi Watch 2 Lite in Nepal. 

Redmi Watch 2 Lite Overview:

Body

Redmi Watch 2 Lite Design and Display

The Watch 2 Lite sports a 1.55-inch TFT display in a square-shaped module and has 320 x 360-pixel resolution. The watch has a plastic back and comes with a detachable TPU strap. Likewise, the device also has a 5ATM certification against water damage. The Watch 2 Lite comes in three different color options—Ivory, Black, and Blue.

Features

In terms of health features, it supports 24-hour heart rate monitoring, Blood Oxygen (SpO2) level detection, and 24-hour sleep monitoring. The device also supports 100+ workout modes which include treadmill, yoga, HIIT (high-intensity interval training), swimming, and others. 

Moreover, the watch also has a built-in GNSS chipset with support for GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BDS. As a result, you no longer require a smartphone to track out your workout routes. 

Rest of the specs

The Watch 2 Lite packs a 262mAh battery that is rated to last up to 10 days under typical usage mode. The connectivity option includes Bluetooth 5.0 and one can pair the device to your smartphone via a Mi Fit app. 

Redmi Watch 2 Lite Specifications:

  • Dimension: 41.2 (H) x 35.3 (W) x 10.7 (D) mm; 35 grams
  • Display: 1.55″ TFT display, touchscreen, 320 x 360 resolution
  • Strap: TPU, 140-210mm
  • Sensors: Optical heart rate sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Electronic compass (GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou)
  • Features: 24/7 sleep tracker, 24/7 heart rate, SpO2, 100+ workout modes
  • Water Resistance: 5ATM 
  • Compatibility: Android 6.0+ or iOS 10.0+
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0
  • Battery: 262 mAh
  • Companion App: Mi Fit (Android | iOS)

Redmi Watch 2 Lite Price in Nepal and Availability

The Redmi Watch 2 Lite is now available in Nepal for Rs. 8,799. You can purchase it via e-commerce sites like Hukut and Xiaomi authorized stores across Nepal.

Smartwatch Price in Nepal  Availability
Redmi Watch 2 Lite NPR 8,999
  • Hukut
  • Authorized stores

Redmi Smart Band Pro Price in Nepal [Updated]

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After a month of debut in India, Xiaomi has finally launched Redmi Smart Band Pro in Nepal. It sports an AMOLED panel and features continuous SpO2, heart rate monitoring, and others. So, let’s get into the specs, features, availability, and official price of the Redmi Smart Band Pro in Nepal. 

Redmi Smart Band Pro Overview:

Body

The Smart Band Pro flaunts a 1.47-inch AMOLED display on a rectangular module. It’s an 8-bit screen with a 194 x 368-pixel resolution, 100% NTSC color space, and 450 nits of brightness. It also has 2.5D tempered glass for protection on the front.  

Redmi Smart Band Pro Design and Display

Moreover, the band doesn’t have any buttons for control, which means it works completely with gestures. 

Features

The health and fitness features of the Smart Band Pro include 110+ sports modes including running, walking, cycling, yoga, swimming, and others. It is also 5ATM certified for waterproofing. Similarly, the band comes equipped with PPG heart-rate sensor for 24-hour heart rate tracking. It also measures SpO2 to detect oxygen levels in your blood. 

Redmi Smart Band Pro can be paired with your smartphone via the Mi Fit app where you can enable app notifications, incoming calls, and more to receive on your band itself.

Furthermore, the band gets its juice from a 200mAh Li-ion battery that, as per the company, is enough to give up to 14 days of up-time on normal usage.   

Redmi Smart Band Pro Specifications:

  • Display: 1.47″ AMOLED display, touchscreen, 194 x 368 resolution, 450 nit
  • Strap: Silicone
  • Sensors: PPG Optical Heart-rate monitors, 6-axis-motion-control-sensor (3-axis accelerometer + 3-axis gyroscope motion sensor), SpO2 sensor
  • Features: Sleep tracker, music playback controls, notifications, alarms, reminders, blood oxygen level
  • Water Resistance: 5ATM 
  • Compatibility: Android 6.0+ or iOS 10.0+
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0
  • Battery: 200 mAh, magnetic charging base
  • Companion App: Mi Fit (Android | iOS)

Redmi Smart Band Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

Redmi Smart Band Pro is available in Nepal for an asking price of Rs. 6,899. You can purchase it from Xiaomi-authorized stores and e-commerce sites like Hukut all over Nepal. 

Fitness Band Price in Nepal (Official)
Redmi Smart Band Pro Rs. 6,899

Mi Neckband Earphones Pro Price in Nepal [Updated]

Let’s walk through the specs, features, official price, and availability of the Mi Neckband Bluetooth Earphones Pro in Nepal.

Mi Neckband Bluetooth Earphones Pro Overview:

Design

Mi Neckband Bluetooth Earphone Pro weighs around 36 grams and is IPX5 rated against splash damage. Thus, you will have no problem using it for workouts and other physically enduring tasks.

Moreover, it comes with removable ear tips, which the company claims are anti-earwax. Similarly, the speaker net helps keep out small dust particles.

Mi Neckband Bluetooth Earphones Pro Design

Features

In terms of audio, this Bluetooth neckband features a 10mm dynamic bass driver. The neckband also has Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) that can subdue noise by 25dB. It can be activated using the dedicated ANC button.

In addition, it also has Environmental Noise Cancellation (ENC) that offers up to 90% clear voice during calls. Other features include voice assistant support and dedicated low-latency mode. Mi Neckband Bluetooth Earphone Pro packs a 150mAh battery that translates to up to 20 hours of music time. Xiaomi ships it with a micro-USB charging cable.

Mi Neckband Bluetooth Earphones Pro Specifications:

  • Weight: 36 grams
  • Driver: 10mm dynamic bass driver
  • Connectivity: Wireless (Bluetooth v5.0, up to 10 meters range)
  • Music Time: 20 hours
  • Battery Capacity: 150mAh Li-ion
  • IP Rating: Yes, IPX5 water resistance
  • Noise-canceling: Yes, ANC, ENC
  • Charging: Micro USB port
  • Color: Black, Blue

Mi Neckband Bluetooth Earphones Pro Price in Nepal

The official price of the Mi Neckband Bluetooth Earphones Pro in Nepal is Rs. 4,099. It also comes with 6 months of warranty. You will soon be able to buy it from Hukut and other Xiaomi-authorized stores across the country.

Bluetooth Neckband Price in Nepal Availability
Mi Neckband Bluetooth Earphones Pro Rs. 4,099 Hukut
  • Meanwhile, check out our picks for the best budget neckbands.

Redmi Earphones Price in Nepal [Updated]

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

Redmi Earphones Overview

Redmi Earphones earplugsXiaomi Nepal announced the Redmi Earphones on the very same day as the Indian unveiling, which is quite exciting. It comes with an in-ear design. If you look at the earpiece only, it resembles the one found in the new Redmi SonicBass Wireless Earphones. The earpiece is made up of aluminum alloy and is angled for a better fit in the ear. Redmi Earphones weigh around 13 grams. The earplugs at the tip of the earpieces come with anti-earwax mesh. It is to prevent moisture and earwax from interfering with the sound over time.

Redmi Earphones feature a 10mm sound driver with an impedance of 32 Ohm. The biggest highlight here is the Hi-Res Audio certification. Redmi has stated that the high-frequency range can reach up to 40kHz. The company is claiming crystal clear vocals and redefined trebles with the Redmi Earphones. It sports a 1.25m Y-shaped cable. The 3.5mm headphone jack is at 90-degree of the wire. It has been reinforced to avoid wear and tear. There is a single control button that can be used to play/pause music or receive/end calls. Similarly, long-pressing the button will summon the voice assistant.

Redmi Earphones Design

Redmi Earphones Specifications:

  • Design: Aluminum main body, anti-earwax earplugs
  • Weight: 13 grams
  • Drivers: 10mm Dynamic driver; 32 Ohm; Hi-Res Audio certified
  • Connectivity:  Wired (3.5mm headphone jack)
  • Wire: 1.2m Y-shaped wire
  • Control: Single Button (single tap, long press)
  • Water resistance: No
  • Microphone: Yes, built-in
  • Color options: Black, Blue, and Red
  • Read our review of the Redmi Earphones.

Redmi Earphones Price in Nepal and Availability

The latest price of the Redmi Earphones in Nepal is Rs. 899. It is available for purchase through Hukut and other authorized Mi stores, retail partners, and online channels.

Wired Earphones Price in Nepal (Official) Availability
Redmi Earphones Rs. 899 Hukut Store
  • Also, check out our pick for the best budget earphones in Nepal.

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 (2022) Price in Nepal [Updated]

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Lenovo’s IdeaPad series is quite popular among students and first-time users in Nepal. In recent months, the company has launched the 2022 edition of the IdeaPad Slim 1 and IdeaPad 3/3i. And now, the higher-end IdeaPad 5 has joined the list. In this article, we will discuss the specs, features, latest price, and availability of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 (2022) in Nepal.

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 (2022) Overview:

Design and Display

On the surface, the IdeaPad 5 looks a lot like the more affordable IdeaPad 3, but there are some key differences. First is the chassis — while the latter is only available in an-all plastic design, Lenovo offers all-aluminum and aluminum-plastic hybrid options on the IdeaPad 5. Fortunately, the IdeaPad 5 available in Nepal has aluminum for both lid and the bottom.

Opening the aluminum lid, you are greeted with a 15” IPS screen with 300 nits of brightness and a matte finish. Lenovo also has models with 14” screen and TN panels, but they are not currently available in Nepal. Moreover, the 15” model is 16.9mm thick, and the weight starts at around 1.4kg.

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Series 2022 Design

Keyboard, Audio, and Webcam

The IdeaPad 5 Series (2022) has up-facing stereo speakers on either side of the keyboard, which is different from the bottom-facing setup on the IdeaPad. Backlit keyboard is a standard feature. That aside, there is no major difference in the keyboard and touchpad departments. You even get an option of a fingerprint reader for biometrics. Moreover, the FHD webcam on the little protrusion above the display has a physical shutter, as well.

Performance and Memory

Over on the inside, the 7th Gen Lenovo IdeaPad 5 is fitted with the latest Barcelo APUs from AMD. These chips were launched at the beginning of 2022 and are a minor refresh to Cezanne-based APUs of the previous year. For instance, the Ryzen 5825U and Ryzen 5 5625U bring higher base and boost frequencies— compared to the Ryzen 5800U and 5600U, respectively.

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Series Keyboard 2022

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Lenovo also sells the Intel variants with 12th Gen CPUs of this as IdeaPad 5i— but it’s not relevant now as it’s not available in Nepal. We will surely update this article with relevant information when they launch here.

Moving on, you get 8GB or 16GB of dual-channel DDR4 memory. Unfortunately, it is not upgradeable as in IdeaPad 3. As for storage, you get an M.2 slot that can be configured with up to 1TB. Few models even have an additional SATA drive.

Battery and Connectivity

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 series (2022) comes with either a 44.5Wh or 56.5Wh battery pack. The AMD models with 56.5Wh battery are rated for up to 16.1 hours of local video playback and 11.75 hours in MobileMark 2018 benchmark at 200 nits. They ship with a 65W USB-C power adapter. Some higher-end models are even bundled with 100W. The laptops support Rapid Charge Boost— which adds up to 2 hours of usage on a quick 15-minute recharge.

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2022 Ports

As for wired connections, you get four USB ports, including two Type-C, one HDMI, one SD card reader, and a combined audio jack.

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Series (2022) Specifications:

  • Design & Build: All-Aluminum / Aluminum (lid) + PC-ABS (bottom)
  • Display sizes: 14″ / 15.6″
  • Display Properties: TN/IPS anti-glare panel, 45% NTSC / 100% sRGB, 250/300 nits
  • Resolution: Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels), 16:9 aspect ratio
  • Keyboard: Chiclet-style backlit keyboard
  • Trackpad: Plastic multi-touch trackpad, Windows Precision drivers
  • Processor:
    • Intel: up to 12th Gen Core i7-1260P (12C / 16T, up to 4.7GHz)
    • AMD: up to 7 5825U (8C / 16T, up to  4.5GHz)
  • Graphics: 
    • Intel: Intel Iris Xe (integrated) / NVIDIA MX550 (2GB GDDR6)
    • AMD: Radeon Vega (integrated)
  • RAM: up to 16GB DDR4-3200 RAM (soldered)
  • Storage: up to 1TB NVMe SSD (optional: 1x HDD Drive vacant)
  • Audio: 2x 2W speakers, Dolby Audio
  • Battery: 44.5Wh / 56.5Wh Li-ion
  • Security: Fingerprint scanner (optional), TPM 2.0
  • Power Supply: 65W /100W power adapter
  • Webcam: 720p HD /1080p FHD camera, Privacy shutter
  • I/O: 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (1x Always On), 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C (Power Delivery 3.0, DisplayPort 1.2), 1x HDMI 1.4b, 1x Card reader, 1x 3.5mm jack

Lenovo IdeaPad Series 5 (2022) Price in Nepal

The price of the Lenovo IdeaPad Series 5 (2022) in Nepal starts at Rs. 99,000 for the Ryzen 5625U variant with 16GB and 1TB variants. The Ryzen 7 5825U variant with the same memory configuration has a higher asking price of Rs. 115,000. Likewise, you can get the 14″ variant for Rs. 118,00 for the exact same configuration.

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Series (2022)  Price in Nepal  Availability
15ABA7: 15.6” FHD, Ryzen 5625U, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD Rs. 99,000 Hukut
14ABA7: 14” FHD, Ryzen 5825U, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD Rs. 118,000 Hukut
15ABA7: 15.6” FHD, Ryzen 5825U, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD Rs. 117,000 Hukut

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro (2022) now available in Nepal

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When Lenovo updated the Yoga lineup of portable PCs, it introduced two new 14-inch notebooks under the Yoga Slim 7 Pro series. It includes the AMD-powered Slim 7 Pro and Intel-powered Slim 7i Pro, which are finally available in Nepal. So, let’s look at the specs, features, price, and availability of the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro (2022) lineup in Nepal.

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro Series (2022) Overview: 

Before we begin, let’s talk about the confusing branding decisions Lenovo has taken with the laptops. In most countries, Nepal included, Lenovo sells the laptops under the Yoga branding. On the other hand, you might even see the same laptops listed as Slim 7 and Slim 7i in select regions, like the US.

Also, this article will focus on the 14-inch Yoga Slim 7/7i Pro since it is the only one available in Nepal. However, Lenovo also sells a 16” model overseas.

Yoga Slim 7 Pro vs. Yoga Slim 7i Pro

The 2022 Yoga Slim 7 Pro laptops come in Intel and AMD flavors—represented by the presence and absence of the “i” suffix. The Intel-powered Yoga Slim 7 Pro has four CPU options: Core i5-12500H, i5-1240P, Core i7-12700H, and i7-1260P. The base models come with integrated Iris Xe graphics, but you can opt for GeForce MX550 and RTX 2050 GPU if your workload demands it.

If you are inclined to the AMD-powered Yoga Slim 7 Pro, you can choose between three Zen 3+-based Ryzen processors: Ryzen 5 6600HS, Ryzen 7 6800HS, and Ryzen 9 6900HS. All three come with the RDNA 2-based Radeon 660M integrated graphics. Sadly, there is no option for discrete graphics unless you go for the 16’ model.

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro Ports

The AMD and Intel versions also differ on the connectivity front. There are options for Thunderbolt 4 and WiFi 6E on the Yoga Slim 7i Pro— whereas the Yoga Slim 7 Pro settles for standard USB-C and WiFi 6 support.

Design and Display

The 16” model is available with a 2.5K multi-touch glossy IPS screen with 120Hz refresh rate. On the contrary, the 14-inch Yoga Slim 7/7i Pro even offers a 2.8K OLED version with 100% DCI-P3 and 90Hz refresh rate. There are also cheaper configurations with matte IPS screens with 100% sRGB coverage. Here, you get to choose between 90Hz 2.8K and 60Hz 2.2K options.

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 and Slim 7i Pro feature a 180° hinge to lay the notebook flat. The laptops have an all-aluminum chassis and arrive in Cloud Grey and Storm Grey colors. Depending upon the configuration you choose, they can measure up to 15mm and weigh around 1.4 kg.

Rest of the Specs

Fueling the Yoga Slim 7 Pro 2022 lineup is a 61Wh Li-Polymer battery. Lenovo even includes a PD 3.0-compatible 100W USB-C power adapter in the box. With the Rapid Charge Express, you can get up to 3 hours of endurance with just 15 minutes of charging. They come with FHD webcams with IR sensors for Windows Hello authentication. The audio setup includes stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos.

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro Design

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro Series (2022) Specifications:

  Legion Yoga Slim 7i Pro (14”, 7)  Legion Yoga Slim 7i Pro (14”, 7) 
Dimensions & Weight  312.4 x 221.4 x as thin as 14.6mm
Starting at 1.31kg
Display 
  • 14″ 2.2K Anti-Glare IPS, 300 nits, 100% sRGB
  • 14″ 2.8K Anti-Glare IPS, 400 nits, 100% sRGB, 90Hz
  • 14″ 2.8K Golssy OLED, 400 nits, 100% DCI-P3, 90Hz
Processor 
  • Intel Core i5-12500H / Core i7-12700H
  • Intel Core i5 1240P / Core i7-1260P
  • AMD Ryzen 5 600HS / Ryzen 7 6800HS / Ryzen 9 6900HS
  • Ryzen Creator Edition
Graphics 
  • Intel Iris Xe (integrated)
  • NVIDIA GeForce MX550
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050
RDNA 2-based Radeon 660M (integrated)
Memory  8/16GB Dual-Channel LPDDR5-4800 (Soldered) 8/16GB Dual-Channel LPDDR5-6400 (Soldered)
Storage  Up to 1TB M.2 SSD
OS Windows 11 Home
Battery 61Whr Li-Polymer
Rapid Charge Express (~ 3 hours in 15 minutes)
Power Adapter  100W USB-C Adapter
Keyboard  Full-size LED backlit
Camera  FHD Webcam with IR sensor for Windows Hello
Ports  2x Thunderbolt 4
1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
1x Audio Combo Jack 
1x USB 3.2 Type-C
1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
1x Audio Combo Jack
Audio  2 x 2W Speakers with Dolby Atmos
Microphone  Dual Microphones
Connectivity  WiFi 6/ 6E, Bluetooth 5.1 WiFi 6/ 6E, Bluetooth 5.1
Colors Cloud Grey, Storm Grey

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro Series (2022) Price in Nepal

The price of Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro in Nepal is Rs. 155,000 for the Ryzen 7 6800HS model with 16GB RAM and 1TB SSD. Likewise, the Intel Core i7-powered Yoga Slim 7i Pro costs  Rs. 182,000 for the same memory configuration. However, it brings a discrete GPU and an OLED display.

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro Series Price in Nepal
Slim 7i Pro 14IAH7: 2.8K OLED, Intel Core i7-12700H, MX550, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD Rs. 182,000
Slim 7 Pro 14ARH7: 2.8K IPS, Ryzen 7 6800HS, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD Rs. 155,000

Nokia goes all-in on repairability with the new Nokia G22

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Nokia has launched its first repairability-focused smartphone in collaboration with iFixit. The company claims that using the iFixit guide, making simple repairs such as replacing a damaged display, bent charging port, or a flat battery is going to be much simple here. Let’s see what Nokia G22 has in store for us including all its features, specifications, expected price in Nepal, availability, and more.

Nokia G22 Overview:

Design and Display

According to Nokia, the G22’s back cover is made from 100% recycled plastic. While the phone’s packaging uses fully certified FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) Mix material. That means it is made of FSC-certified material, recycled material, or controlled wood. This phone further comes with a QuickFix design enabling more accessible self-repairs.

Nokia G22 QuickFix Design

Moreover, Nokia G22 is also IP52 certified against dust and minor water spills. The company is even offering up to 3 years of warranty on this phone. Besides all this, Nokia G22 has a 6.52″ IPS LCD screen up front—protected by Corning’s Gorilla Glass 3. It features an HD resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. Nokia says this display has 500 nits of peak brightness and it supports brightness boost under sunlight conditions as well.

Nokia G22 Design and Display

Performance

In terms of performance, Nokia G22 is powered by a Unisoc T606 chip, which is based on a 12nm fabrication process. Its octa-core CPU consists of two Cortex-A75 (@1.6 GHz) and six Cortex-A55 (@1.6 GHz) cores. For graphics, there is an integrated Arm Mali G57 MP1 GPU.

Unisoc T606

As expected, the Nokia G22 also boots on stock Android by default. But the company has shipped this guy with Android 12, which was announced all the way back in October 2021. Yet, the G22 will be getting 2 years of major OS updates and 3 years of monthly security updates. In terms of memory, the phone is available with 4GB RAM (alongside 2GB virtual RAM), and either 64/128GB UFS 2.2 storage. It even accepts up to 2TB of microSD card.

Cameras

Moving on, Nokia G22 has a triple rear camera setup at the back. It consists of a 50MP f/1.8 main sensor and a couple of 2MP sensors for macro and portrait shots. On the front, there is an 8MP selfie shooter inside the V-shaped notch. You can shoot up to 1080p 30 fps videos from either camera.

Nokia G22 Cameras

Others

Fueled by a 5050mAh battery, Nokia claims the G22 can last up to 3 days on a single charge. As for charging, it is compatible with 20W PD 3.0 fast charging. Audio-wise, Nokia G22 has a single speaker setup and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Nokia G22 Specifications:

  • Design & Build: 76.19 x 165 x 8.48mm, 195.23gm, IP52 certified
  • Display: 6.52-inches IPS LCD, 90Hz refresh rate, 500 nits
  • Resolution: HD+ (1200 x 720 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio
  • Chipset: Unisoc T606 (12nm)
  • Memory: 3/4GB RAM, 64/128GB storage (expandable up to 256GB)
  • Software & UI: Android 12
    – 2 major OS updates
    – 3 years of monthly security updates
  • Rear Camera: Triple (with LED flash)
    – 50MP primary sensor, f/1.8, Autofocus (AF)                                                            – 2MP macro sensor                                                                                                – 2MP depth sensor
  • Front Camera: 8MP sensor
  • Audio: Mono speaker, 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Face unlock with mask mode
  • Sensors: Accelerometer (G-sensor), Ambient light sensor, Proximity sensor
  • Connectivity: WiFi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac), Dual-band 2.4/5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC
  • Battery: 5050mAh (removable), 20W charging, USB-C port
  • Color Options: Meteor Grey, Lagoon Blue

Nokia G22 Price in Nepal and Availability

This repairability and sustainability-focused phone is already up for sale in Europe, where it costs EUR 179 for the 4/64GB configuration. We expect the price of the Nokia G22 in Nepal to be NPR 24,999 if and when it launches here.

Nokia G22 Price In Europe Price in Nepal (Expected)
4/64GB EUR 179 NPR 24,999

Galaxy S23 series sees record sales in Nepal: Pre-order now closed

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Samsung unveiled its yearly lineup of flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S23 Series, at the Unpacked event in February. The Galaxy S23 Series was available for pre-order in Nepal the day after its global launch. The pre-order period ended on February 22, and according to Samsung, the new Galaxy S23 Series has seen record sales in Nepal. More about it in this article.

Samsung Galaxy S23 Series Record Sales in Nepal:

The Galaxy S23 lineup has three devices: the vanilla S23, the S23 Plus, and the top-tier S23 Ultra. As mentioned earlier, all three smartphones are available for pre-order in Nepal beginning February 2 which has ended on February 21. During this time, the pre-order for the Galaxy S23 Series has set a new record in Nepal.

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Price in Nepal

Last year’s pre-order total for the Galaxy S22 Series was less than 1500, but this year’s total has surpassed 2000. While the S23 and S23 Plus offer a similar flagship experience for less money, according to Samsung Nepal, more than 85% of consumers have chosen the premium Galaxy S23 Ultra. This shows users’ interest to experience the latest and greatest features. 

Pranaya Ratna Sthapit, Director of Samsung Nepal said, “We are very grateful to our customers for the overwhelming response. This pre order response shows strong trust in our brand and demonstrates how our commitment to ground-breaking innovation and sustainability continues to resonate with them.”

Galaxy S23 Series in Nutshell

Going through a quick rundown of specifications, all smartphones in the Galaxy S23 series have a Dynamic AMOLED 2x display with 120Hz refresh rates and up to 1750 nits of peak brightness. The front and back are both protected by Gorilla Glass Victus 2, and the frames are made of armor aluminum. 

Samsung Galaxy S23 Series Price in Nepal

Powering these smartphones is a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy platform which has slightly overclocked cores than the standard 8 Gen 2. Similarly, Samsung is keeping its promise of four years of Android updates and five years of security patches.

The biggest difference in these smartphones is in the cameras. The S23 Ultra has a new and bigger 200MP sensor, as well as a 12MP ultrawide and a pair of 10MP telephoto and periscope lenses. On the other hand, the S23 and S23 get a 50MP primary camera, a 10MP telephoto camera, and a 12MP ultrawide camera. The selfie camera on all three is the same, at 12MP.

  • Meanwhile, check out our first impression of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra.

Motorola’s rugged phone official with two way satellite messaging

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Motorola has launched its new rugged smartphone, the Defy. Successor to the Defy (2021), it brings two-way satellite messaging for the first time in the lineup. Alongside it, Motorola has also launched the Defy Satellite Link device. The Lenovo-owned company has partnered with Bullit Group, a British phone manufacturer to unveil these new products. Let’s get into the specs, features, and expected price of the Motorola Defy 2 and Defy Satellite Link in Nepal.

Motorola Defy 2 Rugged Smartphone:

Robust Design

No prize for guessing, the Motorola Defy 2 boasts a robust design. The phone bags a Mil-STD-810H certification like its predecessor, which proves its sturdiness and durability in extremely high and low-temperature environments, salt mist conditions, humid scenarios, vibration, and tumble tests. It can withstand extreme temperatures (-30°C/-22°F to 75°C/167°F) for up to 24 hours.

Motorola Defy 2 Design

The Defy 2 is also sand, dirt, dust, and waterproof with IP68 and IP69K ratings. The company has claimed its endurance against drops and falls, from the height of 1.8 meters. Furthermore, the device can be sanitized with cleaning alcohol or soap and water. Even, the external surface of the rugged phone is antibacterial and antimicrobial, thanks to Bullitt’s Hygiene+ technology.

Two Way Satellite Connectivity

One of the key highlights of the phone is its two-way satellite connectivity. Motorola has integrated a NTN (direct-to-device) service based on 3GPP standards into the handset to send and receive messages via satellite, making it the first commercial phone to do so.

With this, the Defy 2 will provide continuous international coverage over existing, well-established infrastructure. Surprisingly, you can use this service to send messages to any smartphone, even if their device does not support satellite connectivity. The message will be delivered to those individuals via SMS. While for reply, they need to download Bullitt Satellite Messenger app.

The messages uses Unicode encoding which includes all writing systems and the text size is limited to 140KB at max. Such satellite messages can be attached with the user’s location as well.

Motorola Defy 2 Two Way Satellite Connectivity

However, the service isn’t free! Bullit has also revealed the subscription plan for two-way satellite messaging. Beginning at $5/€5 a month, the basic plan caters to up to 30 messages. With a premium plan for $30/€30, users can send 400 messages a month.

On top of that, there is free SOS assistance for one year and 24/7 access to emergency response centers provided by FocusPoint International. The company has planned to cover Europe and North America in Q1, 2023. After that, it will expand to Australia & New Zealand, Latin America, and Africa. The rest of the regions will be covered by the end of the year, as per Bullit.

Display

The Defy 2 sports a 6.6” FHD+ display with 2408 x 1080 pixels and a 20:9 aspect ratio. The IPS LCD screen also comes with a 120Hz fast refresh rate. And the touchscreen is usable with wet hands and gloves as well. Moreover, it is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus and boasts a 400PPI.

Performance

Running at the core is a MediaTek Dimensity 930 5G chipset. This 6nm Octa-core SoC equips two cortex A-78 cores at 2.2GHz and six cortex A-55 cores at 2.0GHz. For graphics, there is an IMG BXM-8-256 GPU. The chip is paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of expandable storage.

Talking of the software, it still runs on Android 12 but Motorola has promised Android 13 & 14 updates. Additionally, the rugged smartphone will get 5 years of security updates and emergency SMR updates for 2 years.

Others

The phone houses a triple camera setup. There is a 50MP main lens followed by an 8MP ultrawide sensor and a 2MP macro unit. On the front, you get an 8MP front camera for selfies and video calls.

Fueling this guy is a 5000mAh non-removable battery. It supports 15W wired charging and Qi charging as well. Likewise, there is a capacitive fingerprint reader on the rear side for biometrics.

Motorola Defy 2 Specifications:

  • Display: 6.6″ Full HD+ panel, IPS LCD, 120Hz, Gorilla Glass Victus, Usable with wet fingers & Gloves
  • Rear Camera: 50MP primary, 8MP ultrawide, 2MP macro
  • Front Camera: 8MP (teardrop notch)
  • Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 930 5G (6nm)
  • Memory: 6GB RAM, 128GB storage (expandable)
  • OS: Android 12 (2 years of update)
  • Battery: 5000mAh, 15W wired charging, Qi Charging
  • Connectivity: 5G, VoLTE, VoWi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, Type-C, NFC
  • Protection: IP68, IP69K certification, MIL-SPEC 810H, -30°C to +75°C operable temperature
  • Exclusive Features: Two Way Satellite Messaging, 12 months free SOS message, 24/7 access to emergency response centers by FocusPoint International

Motorola Defy Satellite Link:

Alongside the rugged phone, Motorola has also unveiled Defy Satellite Link. The device, as the name implies, provides satellite connectivity and can be connected to any Android/iOS device via Bluetooth. Like the Defy 2, it also passes through MIL-STD-810H testing and is IP68 certified.

Motorola Defy Satellite Link Device

There is physical SOS and location ‘Check In’ buttons allowing it to act as a standalone device for some functions. For an instance, it can send SOS messages without a smartphone. The LED lights indicate Automatic location check-in. Powering the device is a 600mAh battery ensuring multiple days of usage.

Motorola Defy 2 Price in Nepal and Availability

The official price of Motorola Defy 2 is USD 599. And its availability will begin from selected operators across North America, Latin America, and Canada, in Q2 2023. On the other hand, the Motorola Defy Satellite Link’s official price is USD 99. It will be available to purchase from April 2023. We can expect the Motorola Defy 2 price in Nepal to be NPR 95,999 and the Defy Satellite Link’s price to be NPR 14,999 if and when it launches here.

Device Price in the US Price in Nepal (Expected)
Motorola Defy 2 USD 599 NPR 95,999
Motorola Defy Satellite Link USD 99 NPR 14,999

Nokia C32 goes official with 50MP camera and a glass back design

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Alongside Nokia C22, the company has also announced another budget phone, the Nokia C32. Both of them look quite similar from the outside but have pretty different spec sheets. In fact, Nokia C32 is the first phone in its lineup to come with a 50MP camera. Let’s learn more about the Nokia C32 including all its features, specifications, expected price in Nepal, availability, and more.

Nokia C32 Overview:

Design and Display

Unlike the C22, it comes with a glass back that gives off quite a premium look and feel. Pair that with the metallic-finish frame, Nokia C32 is on the heavier side at 200 grams. Besides this, it is also IP52 dust/splash resistant. The phone features the same 6.5″ HD+ IPS LCD screen that you’d find on the C22. Along with the teardrop notch, bezels, and everything else. However, Nokia has moved the fingerprint reader from the back of the phone to the side rails here.

Nokia C32 Design and Display

Performance

Nokia and its obsession with Unisoc chipsets; the C32 brings the same Unisoc SC9863A chip as C22. This 28nm-based SoC’s octa-core CPU is entirely populated by Cortex-A55 cores while the IMG8322 GPU handles the graphics side of things. Available in up to 4GB RAM and up to 128GB eMMC 5.1 storage, the Nokia C32 runs on regular Android 13—instead of a lighter Go Edition. And Nokia has also committed to 2 years of monthly security updates for this guy.

Unisoc SC9863A

Cameras

As for cameras, this is the first phone in Nokia’s “C” series to pack a 50MP sensor. Complementing it is a 2MP macro and an 8MP selfie camera up front. The C32 is also limited to 1080p 30 fps video recordings.

Others

Fueled by a 5000mAh battery, Nokia C32 fuels up via a USB-C port with a maximum 10W charging speed. Furthermore, this phone carries a 3.5mm headphone jack and FM radio support too.

Nokia C32 Specifications:

  • Design & Build: 8.5mm thick, 199.4gm, IP52 dust/water drip resistant
  • Display: 6.5-inches IPS LCD, 60Hz refresh rate
  • Resolution: HD+ (1600 x 720 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio
  • Chipset: Unisoc SC9863A (28nm)
  • Memory: 3/4GB RAM, 64/128GB storage (expandable up to 256GB)
  • Software & UI: Android 13 (with 2 years of security updates)
  • Rear Camera: Dual (with LED flash)
    – 50MP primary sensor, Autofocus (AF)
    – 2MP macro sensor
  • Front Camera: 8MP sensor
  • Audio: Mono speaker (back), 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Face unlock
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, Proximity
  • Connectivity: WiFi 4 (802.11 b/g/n), Bluetooth 5.2
  • Battery: 5000mAh (removable), 10W charging, USB-C port
  • Color Options: Charcoal, Autumn Green, Beach Pink

Nokia C32 Price in Nepal and Availability

The new Nokia C32 is up for sale in Europe, where it starts at EUR 129 for the 3GB RAM and 64GB storage configuration. We expect the price of the Nokia C32 in Nepal to be NPR 17,999 if and when it launches here.

Nokia C32 Price In Europe Price in Nepal (Expected)
3/64GB EUR 129 NPR 17,999