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Samsung Bespoke Jet AI announced, a cordless vacuum cleaner with AI capabilities

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Samsung Bespoke Jet AI announced, a cordless vacuum cleaner with AI capabilities

Cordless vacuum cleaners have recently become a thing with a range of options dropping in. Unlike traditional vacuums, they are easy to work with. Samsung, a world-renowned electronics brand has announced the Samsung Bespoke Jet AI. This cordless machine comes with AI capabilities for enhanced usage. Let’s get into the specs, features, and expected price of the Samsung Bespoke Jet AI in Nepal.

Samsung Bespoke Jet AI Overview:

What’s a cordless vacuum cleaner?

Before jumping right in, let’s learn about cordless vacuum cleaners first. As the name implies, a cordless vacuum cleaner is one without cords and cables. Compared to corded vacuums, it is lightweight and can be easily transported. Such vacuums have superb usability in multiple places such as your car, furniture, stairs, and tight corners. And they run on batteries, unlike traditional ones which require a direct connection to electricity.

Design

The BeSpoke Jet AI sports a pretty lightweight design, weighing just 2.5 kg. The pipe is telescopic here which allows three length adjustments for comfortability. Even the flex tool is bendable up to 90 degrees to reach those tricky areas. And you get a digital display to check info regarding power level, running time, charging status, and so on.

HexaJet Motor

Under the hood, the vacuum cleaner packs a HexaJet Motor which can draw up to 280W suction power and a max consumption power of 730W. This makes it the most powerful vacuum to date. Samsung claims a 25% increase in suction power, compared to the previous model.

Samsung Bespoke Jet AI Motor

Dual Brush and 5L Filtration

Samsung has used a dual brush mechanism on BeSPoke Jet. It is optimized to clean efficiently on all types of floors alongside built-in LED lights to assist in the dark. On top of that, there is a 5-layer filtration system which is claimed to filter up to 99.9%* of microdust particles. Plus, the dustbin is washable.

AI Functions

The BeSpoke Jet AI becomes the first cordless vacuum to get an AI verification from UL Solutions, a safety science organization. The AI mode bestows some cool features on the vacuum such as automatic detection of the floor, brush load, and air pressure. This enables optimal suction power and brush roll speed for efficient cleaning. After every disposal, it shuts the cover automatically. Besides that, the Air Spin Edge technology can spin at a blade rate of up to 1,000 RPM to drain waste, and keep the bin clean.

Battery Life and Others

The cordless stick vacuum is powered by two removable batteries, which can operate for up to 100 minutes. The battery size is 80% larger than that of the previous model. And the charging time takes around 3.5 hours. Other features include a Pet Tool for cleaning tiny strands of pet hair.

Samsung Bespoke Jet AI Cordless Vacuum

Samsung Bespoke Jet AI Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of Bespoke Jet AI is USD 449.99. As of now, the cordless stick is yet to launch in Nepal. We can expect the Samsung Bespoke Jet AI price in Nepal to be NPR 71,999 when it launches here.

Product Official Price Price in Nepal (Expected)
Samsung Bespoke Jet AI USD 449.99 NPR 71,999

  • Meanwhile, you can check our Samsung Galaxy A24 Review.

Apple is working on a more affordable Vision headset for wider adoption

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Apple is working on a more affordable Vision headset for wider adoption

Recently, Apple launched a handsome mixed-reality headset called Apple Vision Pro at the WWDC event. The price was a bang of $3,599 in the premium category with no intention of mass adoption. To cover the mass audience, Gurman (tech reporter for Bloomberg) pointed out that Apple is now working on a more affordable version of the headset. The device will probably be named Apple Vision or Vision One. This move aims to make the technology accessible to a broader range of customers.

Apple Vision One Rumor Roundup:

There will be various adjustments or compromises to lower the cost of Vision One to make it fall under an affordable category. This may involve using lower-tier screens, a less powerful processor, reducing the number of cameras with the removal of 3D cameras, and potentially requiring AirPods for spatial audio instead of built-in speakers. Despite these adjustments, Apple intends to keep certain features, including the external EyeSight screen and the hand-tracking system which are the core attraction of the MR headset.

Apple Vision Pro render

Expected price, release timeline, and second-generation plans

The exact details about the pricing and specifications of the affordable Vision headset are not clear. However, as it will be available at a much lower price than the Vision Pro. This could significantly increase its adoption. The price is still under wrap but the affordable headset will probably be in the range of the latest MacBook Pro 14.  Tim Cook, Apple’s CEO, acknowledged that the Vision Pro’s high cost is due to its advanced capabilities, which include the ability to perform tasks similar to iPhones and Macs.

Reports say that Apple is planning to unveil the affordable Vision One headset probably by the end of 2025. A long way to go! Another surprise to mention, Apple is already doing its job to develop a second-generation Vision Pro. This indicates that the company is committed to expanding its standard product line like iPhone and iPhone Pro models.

Apple aims to introduce a more affordable version of the Vision Pro headset to reach a wider range of consumers. By making certain adjustments to reduce manufacturing costs, Apple hopes to strike a balance between price and features. Moving forward, Apple aims to establish a two-product strategy for its mixed-reality headsets, aligning with its other flagship products.

  • Meanwhile, check out our comparison between Galaxy S23 Ultra and iPhone 14 Pro Max.

Arko Store’s “Smart Exchange” offer lets you trade old phones with additional exchange bonus

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Arko Store’s “Smart Exchange” offer lets you trade old phones with additional exchange bonus

Arko Store, which is an online exchange platform for different electronic goods, is currently running a “Smart Exchange” offer. Under this, customers can exchange their used and old phones for a brand-new Samsung phone with an additional exchange bonus. Let’s learn more.

Arko Store Smart Exchange Offer:

About Arko Store

Okay, before getting into the offer itself, let’s learn a little more about Arko Store. As aforementioned, it’s a platform that lets you exchange your old electronic devices and appliances like smartphones, televisions, refrigerators, washing machines, air conditioners, and such for a new one from Samsung.

Arko Store

Where to avail of this offer?

And right now, Arko Store’s Smart Exchange offer is live at 8 Bhatbhateni outlets: Boudha, Koteshwor, Maharajgunj, Naxal, Pulchowk, Bhaktapur, Narayanghat, and Pokhara. And you can visit these Bhatbhateni stores to exchange your phone/tablet for a new Samsung phone/tablet. But do note that you can’t trade multiple phones or tablets for a new one. Arko Store will only offer a valuation for one used device for exchange.

A bonus of Rs. 2,000 in valuation

Under this offer, Arko Store is also providing an additional Rs. 2,000 bonus on top of the usual valuation when trading old devices. And this is a limited-time offer only, although the company hasn’t specified any exact date as to how long this offer will run. So if you have an old phone or tablet you want to get rid of in exchange of a brand new Samsung devices, then this looks like the perfect opportunity.

Google’s new AI tool changes images based on user’s text input

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Google’s new AI tool changes images based on user’s text input

A company as influential as Google will certainly not sit back when it comes to developing AI generative tools. Hence, just like AI text-to-image generators, such as DALL-E 2, Dream by Wombo, and Stable Diffusion, Google has recently launched a BETA version of its own AI model; Imagen Editor. It is an interesting tool that uses generative AI to recreate pictures in one sentence. If you are looking forward to knowing about it more, this article is specifically written for you!

Google Imagen Editor Overview:

The clever wordplay between “Imagine” and “Image” readily gives off a clear hint about what the Imagen Editor is all about. It is an AI tool that creates customized images from a single sentence prompted by the user. The tool doesn’t generate the entire image content from scratch. Instead, it utilizes millions of images from the internet and modifies these existing images according to the user’s preferences.

Though there are many AI generative tools- Imagen Editor is unlike any other. The dataset on which the Imagen Editor’s AI model is trained is LAION-400M. These sorts of information are rather not disclosed by AI companies, like DALL-E 2, but this time around, it is publically informed.

Capabilities it holds for the time being

This generative tool is at present mainly capable of generating two distinct outputs called City Dreamer and Wobble. City Dreamer allows the creation of unique buildings, while Wobble generates animated creature-like characters based on descriptions. With City Dreamer, users can provide unique descriptions of buildings and receive output with weird or visually appealing designs. Meanwhile, Wobble allows users to enhance the image of animated creatures by adding effects, clothing, or background elements.

Due to its current emphasis on generating specific types of images, Google’s Imagen Editor falls slightly behind in comparison to well-established generative AI tools like DALL-E 2.

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About Availability

Google typically launches its new AI-related technology through an app named AI Test Kitchen. This time as well, the new Imagen Editor is available on the same platform with beta access. This approach allows Google to gather enough user feedback and address any issues before a public release.

Also, Google itself says, the application is not ready for security-related concerns, making it a wiser decision to introduce a beta version rather than facing huge public backlash on the initial release.

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By simply providing instructions in sentences, Imagen enables the addition of realistic-looking elements in any image.

Here’s how to use the beta version

Currently, Google Imagen Editor is only available for beta testing to a very small group of people. To use Imagen, all you need to do is visit the AI Test Kitchen website and register. If you are fortunate enough to gain access to the beta testing, which only a few get, make sure you provide enough feedback to contribute to the development of the system.

Later when Google decides to make it publicly available, it will probably be accessible from Google Photos. You supposedly have to add an image to Google Photos and provide a description of the required changes. Imagen Editor will then generate the modified image according to the instructions. The main purpose of the tool is to make changes to the picture without having to manually edit it.

There’s a new ISP in town that’s offering 100Mbps internet for just Rs. 699

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There’s a new ISP in town that’s offering 100Mbps internet for just Rs. 699

About a month ago, I remember writing news about ISPs silently increasing the price of their low Mbps internet plans. Now, Oasis Broadband Internet is here to fill the gap offering a blazing-fast speed of 100 Mbps at just Rs 699 per month. Oasis Broadband aims to deliver affordable and high-quality internet connectivity to residential and business customers across the country. However, this internet package is available only if you buy it for a whole year.

Oasis Broadband Internet Overview:

Oasis Broadband Internet was established in 2016 with the commitment to fulfilling the growing demand for reliable internet services in Nepal. Now, they are probably trying to grasp customers from the whole Nepal with their price penetration strategy. They had also come up with the New Year offer for different internet speeds. Moreover, if you refer this internet to your friend, you also get free internet for a month.

Oasis Broadband Internet Plans and Pricing

Oasis Broadband Internet is providing four kinds of services like Internet, Internet + IPTV Combo, SME Solution, and IPTV with different price ranges on a yearly, half-yearly, quarterly and monthly basis.

Broadband-only Plans

Keeping the affordable and high-quality internet connectivity vision, Oasis Broadband Internet is providing a wide range of Internet speeds up to 300Mbps plans to its customers. It is comparatively cheaper than other telecommunication services.

INTERNET Yearly Half-yearly Quarterly Monthly
30 Mbps Rs. 5,080 Rs. 2,620 Rs. 1,370 Rs. 490
50 Mbps Rs. 6,750 Rs. 3,450 Rs. 1,800 Rs. 640
75 Mbps Rs. 7,410 Rs. 3,820 Rs. 1,990 Rs. 700
100 Mbps Rs. 8,998 Rs. 4,599 Rs. 2,397 Rs. 849
150 Mbps Rs. 9,998 Rs. 5,494 Rs. 2,847 Rs. 999
200 Mbps Rs. 11,680 Rs. 5,990 Rs. 3,147 Rs. 1,099
250 Mbps Rs. 12,428 Rs. 6,389 Rs. 3,297 Rs. 1,149
300 Mbps Rs. 14,598 Rs. 7,494 Rs. 3,897 Rs. 1,349

Note: These prices are exclusive of 13% VAT.

Internet + IPTV Plans

With the two services combine Internet and IPTV where users can have access to both high-speed internet connectivity and IPTV services. This allows them to not only browse the internet but also stream television channels, movies, and other video content directly through their internet connection.

INTERNET + IPTV Yearly Half-yearly Quarterly Monthly
30 Mbps Rs. 8,182 Rs. 4,226 Rs. 2,173 Rs. 835
50 Mbps Rs. 9,852 Rs. 5,056 Rs. 2,603 Rs. 985
75 Mbps Rs. 10,512 Rs. 5,426 Rs. 2,793 Rs. 1,045
100 Mbps Rs. 12,100 Rs. 6,205 Rs. 3,200 Rs. 1,194
150 Mbps Rs. 13,100 Rs. 7,100 Rs. 3,650 Rs. 1,344
200 Mbps Rs. 14,782 Rs. 7,596 Rs. 3,950 Rs. 1,444
250 Mbps Rs. 15,530 Rs. 7,995 Rs. 4,100 Rs. 1,494
300 Mbps Rs. 17,700 Rs. 9,100 Rs. 4,700 Rs. 1,694

Note: These prices are exclusive of 13% VAT.

One time Charge

If we install 100Mbps for a yearly internet package, it is not only cheaper but also the installation and dual-band router rental is also free. However, the price of Rs. 699 is not their official price but actually an offered price for a limited time.

BROADBAND ONLY Yearly Half-yearly Quarterly Monthly
Installation Charge Free
Dual Band Router Rental Free Rs. 1,000 Rs. 1,500 Free

The one-time charge for Internet + IPTV packages is however different as it takes into account the rental of the set-top box. Other details are mentioned in the table below:

INTERNET + IPTV Yearly Half-yearly Quarterly Monthly
Installation Charge Free
Dual Band Router Rental Free Rs. 1,000 Rs. 1,500 Rs. 2,000
Set-top Box Rental Rs. 2,000 Rs. 2,000 Rs. 2,000 Rs. 2,000

The introduction of the 100 Mbps package at an affordable price is expected to further enhance its customer base and maintain its position as a leading broadband service provider in the country. Internet services continue to play an important role in various aspects of daily life, Oasis Broadband’s commitment to reliable, high-speed connectivity ensures that individuals and businesses can stay connected, and productive, and enjoy a seamless online experience throughout Nepal.

To book an internet connection, you can contact the Oasis Broadband Company at the following address:

Oasis Broadband Internet Pvt.
Tel: 977-01-5346978, 01-5916978, 9801127419
Email: [email protected]

Customer Care
Tel: +977-1-5346978
+977-9801127419
Email: [email protected]

Meanwhile, check out our unboxing and review of Realme 11 Pro+.

Forget productivity, Apple wants you to play Windows games on Mac now

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Forget productivity, Apple wants you to play Windows games on Mac now

Apple’s Mac computers have been in the market for decades and are quite popular in terms of their productivity among everything else. But when it comes to gaming, macOS isn’t the first choice for players or game developers. Well, this might change pretty soon as Apple’s new “Game Porting Toolkit” (GPTK) makes porting games from Windows to Mac a lot easier and less time-consuming. Let’s find out more.

Apple Game Porting Toolkit: Overview

Looking back at the WWDC23

At WWDC23 last week, Apple announced quite a few stuff, including a 15-inch MacBook Air, Mac Studio, Mac Pro, and the Vision Pro mixed-reality headset. Whereas on the software side of things, the company previewed iOS 17, iPadOS 17, watchOS 10, and macOS 14 (Sonoma). Alongside all this, Apple’s Game Porting Toolkit also made its debut. This toolkit aims to pave the way for developers to port Windows games on macOS to evaluate how well their games run without additional coding.

Apple Mac Studio 2023 Design
Apple Mac Studio (2023)

How does it work?

Here, the GPTK enables a translation layer (emulation environment) for running existing Windows games with x86 instructions and Windows APIs to their respective macOS APIs. Whereas its Metal Shader Converter converts existing GPU shaders and graphics code to Metal, which is Apple’s graphics API.

And anyone with an Apple developer account can access the Game Porting Toolkit (which is currently in the beta stage) to see how their games perform on Mac by following this guide. It will significantly make things easier and less time-consuming for developers to port games from Windows to Mac. Whereas it can also act as a performance metric to figure out if porting their game to macOS is feasible or not.

How does it perform?

Interestingly, Apple Game Porting Toolkit is already capable of running DirectX 12 (DX12) games. Although games with anti-cheat mechanisms or aggressive DRM (Digital Rights Management) are not running as per the guide. Going by Dave2D’s video, the YouTuber was able to run Cyberpunk 2077 up to 71 fps, Diablo 4 at 97 fps, and Hogwarts Legacy at 59 fps on an M1 Ultra-powered Mac Studio. And you can check its results on a 14-inch MacBook Pro (M2 Max), M2 MacBook Air, and M1 MacBook Air below.

Apple Game Porting Toolkit Testing
Source: Dave2D (YouTube)

While those fps numbers might not seem too tempting, it’s important to understand these are raw, unoptimized numbers from a simple port using GPTK. And should the developers work to optimize these titles for a proper port, we could see massive performance uplifts.

Apple Game Porting Toolkit: Conclusion

To wrap it all up, it’s clear that Apple is finally serious about gaming on Mac. And besides the Game Porting Toolkit, macOS Sonoma also include a new “Game Mode” that prioritizes CPU and GPU resources whenever you’re gaming. Besides that, it results in reduced audio latency on AirPods and third-party game controllers by doubling Bluetooth sampling rate. Apple also announced a bunch of new games coming to macOS Sonoma, including Kojima Productions’ “Death Stranding: Director’s Cut”.

Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) launched in Nepal as world’s thinnest OLED Laptop

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Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) launched in Nepal as world’s thinnest OLED Laptop

Asus held its “Thincredible” launch a couple of weeks back, where it announced the latest Vivobook and Zenbook lineup of ultraportable laptops. The event was headlined by the new Zenbook S 13 (UX5304), which is the world’s thinnest OLED Laptop. This MacBook Air M2 rival is now available in Nepal as well. So, let’s get into the specs, features, official price, and availability of the Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) UX5304VA in Nepal.

Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) Overview:

Plasma ceramic aluminum

Measuring just 1cm at its slimmest part and weighing just 1kg, the 2023 Zenbook S 13 is among the most portable laptops. To achieve this feat, Asus has carved the chassis and its internal layout from magnesium-aluminum alloy through the CNC process. The IR camera is infused directly into the lid, making it 30% thinner.

The lids go through a special water and electricity treatment, creating a unique texture. Asus says the Plasma ceramic lid manufactured this way has a higher level of toughness, protection against rust, improved thermal management, and a longer lifespan. It is also more eco-friendly since no organic compounds, heavy metals, and strong acids are involved.

Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED 2023 Plasma Ceramic Aluminum Chassis

Lumina OLED display

Also new to the Zenbook S 13 UX5304 is the new Lumina OLED display. This is a unique branding used by Asus for OLED displays with Panonte Validation, VESA DisplayHDR True Black certification, and factory calibration of Delata E < 1. In addition, the Lumina OLED has Splendid color-gamut management, OLED Power Saving, True2life, OLED Care burn-in prevention, and other in-house display technologies.

The Lumina OLED in the new Zenbook S 13 measures 13.3 inches diagonally with a 2.8K resolution. It is a 16:10 screen with 550 nits of peak brightness and 100% DCI-P3 coverage.

Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED 2023 2.8K Lumina Screen

Intel Raptor Lake processors

Inside the Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023), you get the latest 13th Gen Intel processors with boosted TDP of up to 20W. Along with the added power of the Raptor Lake CPUs, it brings the assurance of Evo certification. You can choose between the Core i5-1335U and i7-1355U. It is backed by LPDDR5 RAM (5200 MHz) soldered into the motherboard. Asus offers the laptop in two RAM configurations: 16GB and 32GB, with no prospect of future upgrades. Likewise, the laptop supports up to 1TB of PCIe Gen 4 SSD.

Battery and Connectivity

Fueling the laptop is a 63 Wh battery rated for up to 14 hours of backup. It ships with a 65W Type-C fast charging adapter that can fill the battery to 70% in 50 minutes.

Despite the thin form factor, Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) doesn’t compromise on ports. You get two Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports with fast charging, 4K display output, and 40 Gbps data transfer speeds. Then there are two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, an HDMI 2.1, and a 3.5mm audio jack. For wireless connectivity, Asus has included WiFi 6E with in-house WiFi Master technology.

Rest of the features

Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) comes with an FHD IR camera enabling WFH professionals to connect to their colleagues remotely. It is complemented by AI-powered visual and noise-cancelation solutions for an enhanced web conferencing experience. You can also use it for Windows Hello Face authentication. The audio setup consists of two Harman Kardon-tuned speakers with Dolby Atmos support.

Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED 2023 Eco friendly Packaging

Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) Specifications:

  • Design & Build: 296.2 x 216.3 x 10.9 ~ 11.8 mm, 1.00 kg
  • Color Options: Basalt Gray, Ponder Blue.
  • Durability: US MIL-STD 810H military-grade standard
  • Display: 13.3″ glossy Lumina OLED panel, 60Hz refresh rate, 100% DCI-P3, 550 nits HDR Peak brightness, 10-bit depth, 0.2ms response rate
  • Resolution: 2.8K (2880×1800) resolution, 16:10 aspect ratio
  • Display certifications: VESA DisplayHDR 500, PANTONE Validation, SGS Eye Care
  • Keyboard: Full-size backlit keyboard, 1.1mm key travel
  • Trackpad: ASUS ErgoSense Touchpad (129 x 81 mm)
  • Security: Windows Hello Face Login, TPM 2.0
  • Processor: 13th Gen Intel ‘Raptor Lake” Core i5-1335U / Core i7-1355U (10C/12T, 12MB cache)
  • RAM: 16/32GB LPDDR5-5200MHz (soldered)
  • Storage: Up to 1TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD
  • Graphics: Intel Iris Xe (integrated)
  • Audio: Stereo speakers, Tuned by Harman/Kardon
  • Battery: 63 Watt-hours 4-cell Li-ion battery
  • Power Supply: 65W Type-C power adapter
  • Webcam: FHD IR camera
  • Connectivity: WiFi 802.11 6E (Dual Band) 2×2, Bluetooth 5.2
  • I/O Ports: 2x Thunderbolt 4, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1x HDMI 2.1 (TMDS) , 1x 3.5mm audio jack
  • Learn the full specifications of the Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED (2022)

Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) Price in Nepal 

The official Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) price in Nepal is Rs. 199,490 for the i7 model with 16GB RAM and 1TB SSD. You can buy Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) in Nepal from Hukut and authorized stores.

Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) UX5304VA Price in Nepal
UX5304VA- Intel i7-1335U, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD Rs. 199,490

Sony Xperia Pro-I II to feature not one but two 1-inch cameras

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Sony Xperia Pro-I II to feature not one but two 1-inch cameras

Soon enough, Sony Xperia Pro-I II is expected to release as a successor to the Xperia Pro I handset, which was launched in October 2021. There are certain rumors and speculations pointing to this release- backed up by some leaked posts as well. In this article, I will share all the currently available specifications and features of the smartphone.

Where is the speculation coming from?

All the buzz began from the sketch shared on Weibo by username Jason2025, which revealed a rear camera module with two large cameras, specifying the possibility of two 1.0″ type sensors. If this has some truth, it is probably a huge upgrade from its predecessor i.e., the Sony Xperia Pro I, which had only one of these as the main camera.

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However, the reliability of the leaked sketch is doubtful, as the account that shared it has a small number of followers (probably around 2,700) and lacks the reputation for leaking tech-related rumors.

In addition to the sketch, a YouTube channel called Multi-Tech Media has shared a 3D image of the expected Sony Xperia Pro-I II. The image reveals that the smartphone has two primary rear camera sensors with Tessar lenses from Zeiss, both measuring 1-inch and placed in the center. This provides further insight into the potential camera setup of the smartphone.

Sony-Xperia-Pro-I-II-image-through-Multitech-media

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What else can we expect?

The Sony Xperia Pro-I features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC, a 4,500mAh battery with 30W fast charging, and a triple rear camera setup with 12-megapixel sensors. It has an 8-megapixel front camera and has a price of around $1,799.99. So, probably the specifications of the Sony Xperia Pro-I II will be somewhat related to this specification of its predecessor.

Also, there are rumors about a future Sony smartphone potentially featuring a “double-layer transistor stacked pixel sensor,” which is larger than the 1.0″ sensor. However, it is uncertain if this sensor will be available to the Xperia Pro-I II.

  • Meanwhile, check out our unboxing and review of the Realme 11 Pro+.

Frontier is changing the way heart rate is recorded with its flagship smart monitor

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Frontier is changing the way heart rate is recorded with its flagship smart monitor

Fourth Frontier is a leading health tech company that focuses on improving heart health. Its flagship device, the Frontier x2 is a smart heart monitor that captures real-time high-quality ECG readings and uses AI analysis to understand heart health. What sets it apart from regular heart monitors is the real-time vibration alerts that notify users when they exceed their limits during activities. In this article, we will be discussing its abilities, expected price in Nepal, features, and more of the Frontier X2 to understand how it can improve heart monitoring and overall health.

Frontier X2 Overview:

Health Tracking

Frontier X2 is the world’s first smart heart monitor that can capture ECG in real-time which can then be shared live or exported in a file for any other use. Other heart monitors require you to stay still for 30 seconds.

It majorly measures Heart rate, strains, and heart rate variability during any activities or when resting (including sleeping). It also records additional parameters such as breathing rate, training load, body shock, and step cadence. The device comes with an embedded AI system, that recommends users different personalized workout insights based on their daily routine. The Frontier X2 can track and analyze up to 20 different activities, including running, cycling, meditation, sleep, swimming, and more.

One standout feature of the Frontier X2 is its real-time vibration alerts. This feature helps users stay within their limits, preventing them from pushing too hard too soon. It eventually allows users to exercise confidently without constantly checking their watch or phone.

Design and Dimension

The Frontier X2 is designed to be worn around the chest, similar to other heart monitors, to track and analyze heart activities. However, unlike regular monitors that transmit the measured signals directly to a watch or smartphone, the Frontier X2 has the capability to measure, record, and process the heart’s activities internally within the device itself.

Frontier-x2-structure

The Frontier X2 is a lightweight device, weighing only 25 grams. It is made of durable plastic material and has an IP67 rating, which means it is resistant to dust and water(for up to 1.5 meters). This enables one to wear it without worrying about potential damage caused by dust, sweat, or water exposure.

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Battery Life

Battery life on health monitoring devices is essential, but integrating a high-power battery on such a compact device is hard. Still, Frontier X2 comes with an impressive battery life of up to 12-15 days of typical use (1hr a day) and 24 hours with continuous use. The device is easily chargeable as well – a full charge takes under 45 minutes.

Connectivity

Talking about connectivity, Frontier X2 offers Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity, allowing it to sync on various external devices such as Apple Watches, Garmins, Pelotons, Zwifts, and more. It supports simultaneous multi-device connectivity as well – up to three devices simultaneously. The device can also be integrated with health apps such as Apple Health, Google Fit, Garmin, and Strava. Frontier X App is available for iOS and Android phones, which can further set milestones and display actual improvements.

Moreover, the device does not require a constant connection to a watch or phone, as it has internal storage to store the data for 24 hours.

Frontier x2 Quick specification

  • Dimension: 72mm x 24mm x 13mm, 25 grams
  • Battery life: 12-15 days of typical use, 24 hours with continuous use
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0
  • Indicators: Heart Rate, Strain, Heart Rate Variability
  • Performance: Breathing Rate, Training Load, Body Shock, Step Cadence
  • IP rating: IP67

Frontier X2 Price in Nepal (Expected)

The Frontier X2 can be purchased directly from the official Fourth Frontier website, with a price of $549. It is also available for purchase on popular e-commerce platforms such as Amazon and Flipkart, with an approximate price of ₹39,000. In the event of an official launch in Nepal, the device will probably cost around Rs. 65,000.

Device Model Official price by Fourth Frontier Price offered by Amazon Price in Nepal (estimated)
Frontier x2 $549 ₹39,000 Rs.65,000

Honor records a massive 400% growth in Europe amidst plans to re-enter India

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Honor records a massive 400% growth in Europe amidst plans to re-enter India

We are all aware of the Honor, that separated from Huawei under the pressure of US trade sanctions. Currently, Honor is honored with surprisingly impressive growth in various markets. As per Counterpoint Research, Honor’s shipments grew by 400% in a year in Europe after it expanded its partnership with major mobile operators like Vodafone, Orange, and Wind Tre. Its midrange and budget series are the main driving force for the growth in Europe.

In the Middle East and Africa too, Honor saw a growth of 500% in shipments. Similarly, they are also expanding in Latin America with a 700% growth in shipments. These growths in different markets are generated compared with the previous year. Moreover, Honor is looking out to expand into other major markets to continue increasing shipments. The company is even teasing the launch of its flagship phone in Nepal hinting at a market expansion here

Honor Shipments in Q1 2023 by region

Honor to re-enter the Indian market with former Realme CEO

According to some Indian reports, Honor is on its way to re-enter the Indian smartphone market in August, this year. This news has become a challenge to other Chinese brands like Realme. To launch Honor’s smartphones in India, they asked Madhav Sheth, the former CEO of Realme India (current VP for business & corporate strategy).

Madhav Sheth will probably join Honor India to re-launch the brand in India. Not just him, but we can also expect several other director-level executives from Realme’s online and offline verticals to join Honor India with Sheth. His appointment is worth noting at a time when Apple and Samsung are expanding their position in the Indian smartphone market, while Chinese firms face competition.

Honor product expansion

From this, we can see that Honor is committed to increasing its market share in big markets like India even after its separation from Huawei. Moreover, they have also expanded their product portfolio. Recently, they launched laptops like Honor MagicBook X14 and X16 2023 powered by the 12th Intel Core H-series processors. Honor is looking to offer products more than just smartphones in the Indian market as well.

Honor Top Selling Smartphone in Q1 2023

The companies have not officially confirmed these developments, but we will get more information soon. Stay updated to find out more about Honor’s plan for expansion in the key business markets.

  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Honor X9a.
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