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The new Midjourney 5 update takes photorealism to a whole ‘nother level

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The new Midjourney 5 update takes photorealism to a whole ‘nother level

These days, almost everyone has heard of ChatGPT (Chat Generative Pre-training Transformer). And its latest iteration, GPT-4, can now respond to both text and image queries. Although its response is still text-based. But what if you wanted to transform your queries into images? That’s where AI art tools like DALL-E 2, Stable Diffusion, and Midjourney come in. And the latest Midjourney 5 (v5) update fixes some of the most pressing issues with such generative tools, to deliver incredibly photorealistic results.

What is Midjourney?

First, let’s learn a little more about Midjourney. It is an artificial intelligence (AI) art tool (or an image synthesizer) that is trained on an AI model based on millions of existing human-made artworks. And based on those models, it responds to user prompts with images. David Holz, a former student researcher at Max Planck, is the founder of Midjourney. Unlike most other AI tools, Midjourney responds to prompts via bot commands in Discord. Its main rivals are DALL-E 2 and Stable Diffusion.

How is it different from DALL-E 2?

Midjourney generates artistic and visually appealing photos, whereas DALL-E 2 tries to provide us with actual photos most of the time. Check the images below for a better idea.

What’s new in Midjourney 5?

The new Midjourney 5 update—which is currently only available to paid subscribers—takes its AI capability to the next level. With Midjourney v5, you will get even more realistic and detailed images than with version 4. Midjourney has previously faced criticism for the way it handled human hands and teeth, as it depicted 7 fingers in one hand and a garishly unnatural number of teeth.

However, these issues have been addressed in version 5.

Midjourney 4 vs 5
Source: Ars Technica

For the best results, Midjourney v5 requires you to type in a more detailed prompt in a proper sentence rather than just a bunch of words separated by commas. Version 5 also features improved blending. Midjourney used to simply join two images when asked to blend them, but now the blending is nearly perfect.

But texts in images still remain a challenge. If you want to add text to your image accurately, you must use Photoshop or other tools. According to Midjourney officials, version 6 will be released within the next two months.

Nokia 6310 (2021) Price in Nepal [Updated]

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Nokia 6310 (2021) Price in Nepal [Updated]

Nokia 6310 is a keypad-style phone that brings dual-SIM connectivity, a removable battery, and expandable storage. Here, we will be discussing the key specs, features, official price, and availability of the Nokia 6310 (2021) in Nepal.

Nokia 6310 Overview:

Nokia 6310 DS (2021) is a reimagination of the phone of the same name that came out all the way back in 2001. The new Nokia 6310 retains the overall shape and design of its predecessor while improving on the specs and internals. You can get the phone in three colors: Black, Dark Green, and Yellow. But the Black variant isn’t available in Nepal yet.

Anyway, the phone sports a bigger 2.8-inch curved display with a QVGA resolution. The chipset in use is the Unisoc 6531F. It has been paired with 16MB of RAM and 8MB of internal storage. The latter can be expanded up to 32GB using an external MicroSD card.

Nokia 6310 DS Design

Nokia 6130 runs on the company’s Series 30+ software. It means that the phone comes with the iconic Snake game built-in. In addition, the fonts are now larger, and the menus are more zoomed in for better readability. There is also a dedicated Accessibility mode that allows users to configure one-icon view, change font size further, and increase volume to the maximum.

Nokia 6130 DS also has a 3.5mm headphone jack that you can connect to listen to music from the phone. Moving on, the radio on this device is both wired or wireless and therefore can work without any external antenna.

Snake Game in Nokia 6310 DS

At the back, you can notice a 0.3MP camera. Just below it lies the flash, which can be used as a torch when needed.

In terms of battery, Nokia 6130’s 1140mAh cell boasts a total standby time of up to 21.7 days. Similarly, the total talk time offered by the phone is 19.45 hours. It charges via a micro-USB port and the company has included a charger in the box.

Nokia 6310 DS Specifications:

  • Dimension: 14.1 x 135.5 x 56-mm
  • Display: 2.8-inch curved QVGA screen
  • Chipset: Unisoc 6531F
  • OS: Nokia Series 30+ (S30+)
  • Memory: 16MB RAM, 8MB internal storage (expandable up to 32GB)
  • Camera: 0.3MP rear camera with LED Flash
  • Battery: 1150mAh cell, Supports micro-USB (USB 1.1) port
  • Connectivity: Dual-SIM (Nano), Bluetooth 5.0, GSM 900/1800 bands, 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Other features: Torch, MP3 Player, Wireless radio

Nokia 6310 Price in Nepal and Availability

Nokia 6310 DS is already available in Nepal, where its price is Rs. 6,699. You can buy the Nokia 6310 DS in Nepal both from authorized online and offline stores.

Feature Phone Official Price in Nepal Availability
Nokia 6310 DS Rs. 6,699 Authorized stores
  • Meanwhile, check out our unboxing and mini-review of Xiaomi Pad 5.

Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 is a dual-screen laptop with top-shelf Ryzen processor

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Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 is a dual-screen laptop with top-shelf Ryzen processor

Asus’s ROG series is a pretty sought-after name among gamers. The Taiwanese company has recently launched the ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (2023) series with the new AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX processor. But what makes it an interesting option among gamers, creators, and alike is its dual screen. Here, we will look into the Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (2023) in detail, including its expected price in Nepal.

Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (2023) Overview

Design

The ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (2023) comes with two screens placed side by side. This is a pretty identical design to its 2022 counterpart where the secondary display rises through a hinge when you open the lid. It comfortably sits at a 13° angle, which as per Asus, is perfect for content watching and casual usage.

Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 2023 Design Display

Alongside that, users can also view the motherboard with RGB accents when the lid is opened. Neat! The laptop also carries the classic ROG design with the ‘Fearless Eye’ logo on the lid, complemented with RGB light. You can also find the RGB light in the diagonal iridescent slash on the back, which showcases the dual design language of the laptop.

Display

On the front, the Zephyrus Duo 16 (2023) houses dual displays, as aforementioned. The primary screen is a 16-inch Mini LED display with a Quad HD+ resolution. It refreshes at 240Hz with a 3ms response time for those swift gaming actions.

Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 2023 Display

The panel is TÜV Rheinland certified for low blue light emission. On top of that, it also bags VESA DisplayHDR 1000 certification. Other attributes of the display include a 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, 1100 nits peak brightness, 1024 dimming zones, Dolby Vision, and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro support.

Meanwhile, the secondary display is a 14″ IPS touchscreen with a 4K resolution. It gets the Corning Gorilla Glass DXC protection, alongside anti-fingerprint coating. Asus is claiming 40% improved hardness and lesser surface reflections with the DXC.

Performance

Powering the core of the gaming laptop is the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX processor. To compare, the Ryzen 9 7945HX comes neck to neck with Intel’s Core i9 13900HX. This powerful chipset is based on a 5nm fabrication process and has 16 cores and 32 threads. Likewise, AMD has infused a larger 64MB L3 cache here.

The chip is paired with 32GB DDR5 RAM which is expandable up to 64GB. The laptop supports 2TB + 2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD. Likewise, the MUX switch enables direct use of the discrete GPU directly to the display, bypassing the integrated graphics.

Talking of the graphics, Asus is providing four NVIDIA GeForce card options here: RTX 4090, RTX 4080, RTX 4070, and RTX 4060. The highest variant with the 4090 boasts a whopping 175W max TGP. Besides the GPU, the four models share the same specs across the board.

Cooling

With such gaming hardware onboard, you certainly require a good cooling mechanism under the hood. And Asus hasn’t made a compromise in this aspect either.

Thermal Grizzly’s Conductonaut Extreme Thermal Interface

The laptop uses Thermal Grizzly’s Conductonaut Extreme liquid metal thermal interface material which offers 17X higher thermal conductivity compared to the standard thermal paste. This results in up to 15°C cooler CPU temperature, as per Asus. And unlike the regular thermal paste, the liquid metal interface never dries out, ensuring better-sustained performance.

Moreover, the machine uses Arc Flow fans which ensure 13% more airflow with less noise. On top of that, there are 5 heat pipes and quad heatsinks covered by ultrathin copper fins, allowing better heat dissipation with lower air resistance.

Ports and Connectivity

Talking of the ports options, the gaming laptop has 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, (DisplayPort, PD, G-SYNC), 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (DisplayPort, G-SYNC), 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL port, 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack, and 1x 2.5G LAN port. And the wireless connectivity includes triple-band WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2.

Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 2023 Ports

Battery and Others

The ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 draws its juice from a 90Wh battery. This 4-cell Li-iOn cell supports 330W fast charging. Likewise, there is a 1080p webcam for video, while audio is handled by 6 speakers (dual-force woofer) with Dolby Atmos & Hi-Res Audio support. The keyboard is backlit chiclet and offers per-key RGB.

Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (2023) Specifications:

  • Design & Build: Magnesium-aluminum alloy build, 13.98 x 10.47 x 0.81 ~ 1.17-inch, 2.67 kg
  • Color Options: Moonlight White, Eclipse Grey
  • Display:
    • Primary: 16″ anti-glare Mini LED panel, 240Hz refresh rate, 1100 nits (peak)
    • Secondary: 14″ IPS touchscreen, 4K resolution
  • Resolution: QHD+ resolution, 16:10 aspect ratio
  • Keyboard: Chiclet-style backlit keyboard (per key RGB)
  • Trackpad: Multi-touch trackpad
  • Processor: AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX CPU, 16C/32T, 5.4GHz Max Boost Frequency, 64MB L3 Cache
  • RAM: 16GB DDR5 on-board, 16GB DDR5-4800 SO-DIMM (Up to 64GB)
  • Storage: Up to 4TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD
  • Graphics: Up to NVIDIA RTX 4090 (16GB GDDR6 VRAM)
  • Audio: 6x speaker (dual-force woofer, Dolby Atmos audio, Hi-Res certification, Smart Amp Technology)
  • Battery: 90 Watt-hours 4-cell Li-Ion battery
  • Power Supply: 330W AC power adapter
  • Webcam: 1080p Full HD
  • Connectivity: WiFi 802.11 6E, Bluetooth 5.2
  • I/O Ports: 1x 3.5mm audio jack, 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL, 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support DisplayPort, power delivery, G-SYNC), 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (DisplayPort, G-SYNC), 1x 2.5G LAN port

Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (2023) Price in Nepal

As of now, the company has only revealed the price for RTX 4080 and RTX 4090 variants which is at USD 3,499 and USD 3,999 respectively. We can expect the Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (2023) to cost NPR 554,999 for the RTX 4080 model & NPR 634,999 for the RTX 4090 variant if and when it launches in Nepal.

Asus Zephyrus 16 Duo (2023) Price (Official) Price in Nepal (Expected)
RTX 4080 USD 3,499 NPR 554,999
RTX 4090 USD 3,999 NPR 634,999

iQOO Z7 with Dimensity 920 5G SoC launched in India

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iQOO Z7 with Dimensity 920 5G SoC launched in India

iQOO has finally launched the iQOO Z7 smartphone in India after weeks of teasers. Powered by a Dimensity 920 SoC, the phone packs a 64MP dual camera setup with OIS. In this article, we’ll be talking about the specs, features, and expected price of the iQOO Z7 in Nepal.

iQOO Z7 Overview:

Design and Display

The Z7 takes the design cues from Vivo. It looks appealing with a color-changing back panel on the Norway Blue color variant. Another color option for the smartphone is Pacific Night with a plain look. Likewise, the phone is pretty slim at 7.88mm in thickness with flat frames.

iQOO Z7 Design and DisplayThe display on the Z7 is a 6.38-inch AMOLED panel with a peak brightness of 1,300 nits. This Full HD+ display refreshes at 90Hz while the touch sampling is rated at 360Hz. Likewise, the waterdrop notch screen infuses an under-display fingerprint reader for biometrics security.

Performance

As for the performance, iQOO Z7 is powered by a Dimensity 920 SoC. This 5G chip is based on a 6nm fabrication process. It has a 2+6 core architecture with Cortex-A78 (@2.5GHz) as the performance cores and Cortex-A55 (2.0GHz) as the efficiency cores. Likewise, handling the graphics is the Mali-G68 GPU.

Mediatek Dimensity 920 5G

The smartphone comes in two memory configurations: 6/128GB and 8/128GB. It boots on Funtouch OS 13 built on top of Android 13 out of the box.

Camera

The iQOO Z7 arrives with a dual-camera setup. The primary camera is a Samsung ISOCELL GW3 64MP snapper with OIS. It is accompanied by a 2MP depth sensing unit. The main camera can record up to 4K 30fps videos with decent stabilization. Meanwhile, there is a 16MP camera upfront for selfies and video calls.

iQOO Z7 Camera

Battery and Others

Fueling the setup is a 4,500mAh battery with 44W fast charging. Moreover, the connectivity options on the Z7 include 5G, WiFi 6, VoLTE, Bluetooth 5.2, a USB Type-C port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

iQOO Z7 Specifications:

  • Display: 6.38-inch AMOLED, 90Hz refresh rate, 360Hz touch sampling rate
  • Resolution: FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio
  • Chipset: Mediatek Dimensity 920 5G (6nm)
  • Memory: Up to 8GB RAM, Up to 128GB storage
  • OS: Android 13-based Funtouch OS 13
  • Rear Camera: Dual (64MP primary + 2MP depth)
  • Front Camera: 16MP
  • Security: Fingerprint (under display)
  • Battery: 4,500mAh with 44W wired charging
  • Color Options: Pacific Night, Norway Blue

iQOO Z7 Launch and Availability

The official price of the Z7 begins from INR 18,999 in India. We can expect the iQOO Z7 price in Nepal to start from NPR 35,999 if and when it launches here.

iQOO Z7 Price in India (Official) Price in Nepal (Expected)
6/128GB INR 18,999 NPR 35,999
8/128GB INR 19,999 NPR 37,999

  • Meanwhile, check out our unboxing and review of the iQOO 11. 

Dell Inspiron 14 is company’s first laptop with Qualcomm Snapdragon SoC

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Dell Inspiron 14 is company’s first laptop with Qualcomm Snapdragon SoC

Dell’s Inspiron series is home to the company’s budget and mid-range laptops with Intel or AMD processors. This year though, the lineup is getting a new member with Snapdragon SoC. It’s the Inspiron 14 (3420) which comes with Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 at a pretty affordable price. So, let’s delve into the specs, features, and expected price of the Dell Inspiron 14 (3420) in Nepal.

Dell Inspiron 14 (3420) Overview:

Design and Display

As a budget offering, Dell has opted for a plastic build for the Inspiron 14. Though the plastic used in the laptop is eco-friendly as its made with up to 13.3% post-consumer recycled content. Dell has also made efforts to reduce waste by using packaging made with up to 98.2% recycled or renewable content.Dell Inspiron 14 3420 DesignFurthermore, it is a fanless machine, which means less noise. And it also contributes to the laptop’s thin and lightweight body, which measures 17.52mm and 1.44 kg, respectively. On the front, you get a 14-inch WVA screen with narrow bezels on three sides. The resolution here is Full HD with 1920 x 1080 pixels.

Performance

As aforementioned, the Inspiron 14 (3420) is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 SoC under the hood. This makes it the first Dell laptop with Snapdragon processor.

This 2nd gen CPU is built on Kryo architecture with 4 Kryo 495 Gold cores and 4 Kryo 495 Silver cores. On the graphics side, there is an Adreno 690 GPU based on a 7nm fabrication process that has a maximum power of 7W.

Talking of the memory configuration, the laptop consists of 8GB of LPDDR4x-2133 memory and a 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD. The RAM is non-upgradable, while you can upgrade the storage.

Ports and Connectivity

Moving to the port options, the Inspiron 14 (3420) provides two USB 3.2 gen 2 Type-C ports with PD and DP support, a USB 2.0 Type-A port, a headphone jack, and a microSD card reader. As for wireless connectivity, it uses dual-band WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 technology.

Rest of the Specs

The device is fueled by a 2-cell, 40Wh battery. It is accompanied by a 65W AC charger. Dell is claiming up to 16 hours of HD local video playback with a full charge. Likewise, it boots on Windows 11 Home OS out of the box.

Dell Inspiron 14 3420 Laptop

Other features of the Inspiron 14 (3420) include a 1080p webcam, dual digital microphone, and dual speakers tuned by Qualcomm Aqstic Audio Technologies.

Dell Inspiron 14 (3420) Specifications:

  • Design & Build: Plastic chassis, 323.67 x 219.76 x 17.52 mm, 1.44 kg
  • Color Options: Platinum Silver
  • Display: 14-inch WVA Display, Antiglare Coating
  • Resolution: Full HD (1920 × 1800 pixels)
  • Keyboard: Non-Backlit
  • Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 SoC
  • Graphics: Adreno 690 (integrated)
  • RAM: 8GB LPDDR4x-2133 (soldered)
  • Storage: 256TB NVMe SSD (upgradeable)
  • Connectivity: WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.2
  • I/O Ports: 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2,1x USB 2.0 Type-A, 1x audio jack, 1x microSD reader
  • Battery: 40Wh battery, 2-cell,  65W AC power adapter

Dell Inspiron 14 (3420) Price in Nepal and Availability

The laptop is available for purchase at a price of USD 499.99. We can expect the price of Dell Inspiron 14 (3420) to be NPR 74,999, if and when it launches in Nepal.

Dell Inspiron 14 (3420) Official Price Price in Nepal (Expected)
8GB RAM, 256GB SSD USD 499.99 NPR 74,999

  • Meanwhile, you can check our Dell Inspiron 16 laptop review.

Ultima Nova Watch Price in Nepal [Updated]

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Ultima Nova Watch Price in Nepal [Updated]

After a successful audio lineup, Nepali OEM accessory brand Ultima Lifestyle has now ventured into the smart wearable market. The company has just launched its smartwatch in Nepal. In this article, we will be discussing the key specs, features, official price, and availability of the new Ultima Nova in Nepal.

Ultima Nova Overview:

Design and Display

Ultima Nova features a 1.69-inch HD screen with 3D curved edges. It’s a TFT LCD panel with a resolution of 240 x 280 pixels. It is housed inside a Zinc alloy body that wraps a single physical button. The button on the right has a red accent making it more obvious. The watch is available in two color options— Black and Pink with a color-matching case and pin buckle. Ultima Nova is 3 ATM waterproof too and can be dived for swimming up to 10 meters.

Ultima Nova Watch Design

Internal Hardware and Compatibility

Inside, Ultima Nova packs an RLT8763EW chip for all its processing needs. It is paired with 160KB of RAM and 64MB of internal memory. It comes with Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity and is compatible with smartphones running Android 5.0+ and iOS 10.0+.

Health and Fitness Tracking

Ultima Nova has all the essential health and fitness tracking that you would expect from a budget smartwatch. It comes with the HX3605 optical PPG sensor with support for real-time heart rate and blood oxygen monitoring. In addition, you also get a sleep tracker that records your deep and light sleep.

Ultima Nova Health Tracking

There are a total of 10+ health management features including breath training, water clock, sedentary reminder, and female health management. Moreover, there are over 110+ built-in sports.

Smart Features

Another highlight of the Ultima Nova is the Bluetooth calling features. You can make and take calls right from the watch. For this, you get a dial pad on the watch itself. Another key highlight is the integrated Nepali language.

Ultima Watch Smart Features

Battery and Charging

Fueling the Nova smartwatch is a 240mAh battery that Ultima has rated for 7 days of normal usage. It even supports Ultima’s ASAP fasting charging technology. A charging cable is included in the box.

Read: All the Updated Price List of Ultima Smartwatches in Nepal

Ultima Nova Specifications: 

  • Body: Zinc Alloy, Plastic Bottom
  • Dimension: 45.8× 38.46 x 11.7mm
  • Display: 1.69″ TFT LCD, 240 x 280 pixels
  • Chip: RTL8763EW
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth 3.0 + Bluetooth 5.2
  • Battery: 240mAh, up to 7 days (typical usage)
  • Water Resistant: 3 ATM (Waterproof up to 10m)
  • Sensors: HX3605 PPG optical sensor
  • Health Tracking: 10+ (Dynamic heart rate monitoring, SpO2, Sleep tracking, Female Health)
  • Sports Modes: 110+
  • Full Specs of Ultima Nova Watch here

Ultima Nova Price in Nepal and Availability

The Ultima Nova was initially launched for Rs. 5,499. However, you can now get it for a discounted price of Rs. 4,199 through Hukut and other authorized stores.

Smartwatch Model  Price in Nepal  Availability 
Ultima Nova Rs. 4,199 Hukut
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of Ultima Lifestyle accessories [Nepali]

Microsoft Surface Pro 9 with 120Hz display, 12 Gen CPU now in Nepal

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Microsoft Surface Pro 9 with 120Hz display, 12 Gen CPU now in Nepal

Microsoft unveiled the Surface Pro 9 and Pro 9 5G in October. The two new notebooks offer some solid upgrades to the Surface Pro X that was launched in 2019. So let’s go through the specifications, features, availability, and latest price of the Microsoft Surface Pro 9, Pro 9 5G in Nepal.

Microsoft Surface Pro 9, Pro 9 5G Overview:

Design, Display

The Surface Pro 9 and Pro 9 5G both measure 287 x 209 x 9.3 mm. However, they have different weights. The vanilla model weighs 879 grams, while the 5G variant is a little heavier at 883 grams. The ARM-based Surface Pro 5G is only available in a single Platinum colorway while the Sapphire, Forest, and Graphite options are exclusive to the Surface Pro 9.

Microsoft Surface Pro 9, 9 5G - Design, Display

Microsoft has also upgraded the screens on the Surface Pro 9 series to its 13-inch PixelSense Flow display that has a 120Hz refresh rate. Both the Surface devices share a similar display with 2880 x 1920 resolution, 3:2 aspect ratio, 1200:1 contrast, and max 450 nits brightness. They are also compatible with Surface Slim Pen 2.

While the Surface Pro 9 supports auto-color management and Dolby Vision IQ, the Pro 9 5G does not. Additionally, displays on both models are protected by Gorilla Glass 5.

Performance

Microsoft Surface Pro 9 5G is the company’s first 5G-enabled Windows device. It is powered by the Microsoft SQ3 processor which is based on the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3. Buyers can equip the Pro 9 5G with up to 16GB LPDDR4X of RAM and 512GB of storage.

On the other hand, the Microsoft Surface 9 is available with two Intel CPUs, namely, Core i5-1245U and i7-1265U. Models with storage of 256GB and above have Intel Evo certification. While the i5 variant max out at 16GB LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB SSD, Microsoft offers the i7 model with up to 32GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 1TB of storage.

Furthermore, the Surface Pro 9 5G comes with Microsoft SQ 3 Adreno 8CX Gen 3 for handling graphics. Its Intel-powered non-5G counterpart has integrated Iris GPU instead.

The Microsoft SQ 3 variants of the Surface Pro 9 series benefit from the chip’s AI engine which facilitates features like noise-reduction, auto-framing, and super resolution.

Rest of the specs

Talking about the battery, the Pro 9 and Pro 9 5G are equipped with a 47.7Wh cell. The standard Surface 9 Pro is rated for up to 15.5 hours of typical usage. Going for the 5G variant should get you an additional 3.5 hours of general usage.

You will find a 1080p front-facing camera and a 10MP rear camera with 4K video recording on both. For audio, they have 2W stereo speakers and dual far-field studio mics. Besides Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.1, the Microsoft Surface Pro 9 5G offers SIM and GPS support.

Microsoft Surface Pro 9 Series Specifications:

  • Size: 287 x 209 x 9.3 mm
  • Weight:
    • Surface Pro 9: 879g
    • Surface Pro 9 5G: 883g
  • Display: 13-inch PixelSense Flow display, 3:2 aspect ratio, 120Hz refresh rate, touch support
  • Resolution: 2880 X 1920 (267 PPI)
  • Processor:
    • Surface Pro 9: Intel Core i5-1235U / i7-1255U
    • Surface Pro 9 5G: Microsoft SQ3
  • Graphics:
    • Surface Pro 9: Intel Iris Xe
    • Surface Pro 9 5G: Microsoft SQ3 Adreno 8CX Gen 3
  • Memory:
    • Surface Pro 9: 8 /16/32GB LPDDR5
    • Surface Pro 9 5G: 8/16GB LPDDR4X
  • Storage:
    • Surface Pro 9: Up to 1TB
    • Surface Pro 9 5G: Up to 512GB
  • Camera: Front-facing 1080p HD camera, 10MP Primary
  • Biometric: Windows Hello facial authentication
  • Battery: 47.7Wh
  • Connectivity:
    • Surface Pro 9: Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.1
    • Surface Pro 9 5G: Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.1, 5G, GPS

Microsoft Surface Pro 9 Price in Nepal

The Surface Pro 9 is finally available in Nepal for Rs. 268,8000. For that price, you get the Intel Evo options with Core i7-1265U, 16GB RAM and 256GB SSD. This also includes the price of the type cover. You can buy the new Surface Pro from Bigbyte and other computer stores across Nepal.

Microsoft Surface Pro 9 Price in Nepal Availability
Intel Core i7-1265U, 16/256GB, with Type Cover Rs. 268,800 Bigbyte
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the M2 Macbook Air.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 is here with massive performance boost

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Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 is here with massive performance boost

Qualcomm recently unveiled a new upper-midrange chipset, the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2. Without releasing the previously rumored Snapdragon 7+ Gen 1 or 7 Gen 2. Let’s know more about Qualcomm’s new chipset along with its availability in the market.

Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 Overview:

Better performance and power efficiency

Qualcomm claims that this new chipset outperforms its predecessor, the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1, in terms of performance and power efficiency. Manufactured under TSMC’s 4nm (N4) process node, the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 has a “1+3+4” CPU architecture. The main CPU core (Cortex-X2) here is clocked at 2.91 GHz, and the company says the 7+ Gen 2 outperforms the 7 Gen 1 by 50% in CPU performance.

The rest of the CPU cluster consists of 3x Cortex-A710 (@2.49 GHz) and 4x Cortex-A510 (@1.8 GHz) cores. On the other hand, its unnamed Adreno GPU has a 2x performance boost, whereas Qualcomm claims 13% better power efficiency as well. As for memory, it has support for LPDDR5 RAM (up to 3200 MHz) and UFS 3.1 storage.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 Architecture

What else?

To save power and resources, Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 includes “Auto Variable Rate Shading,” which renders foreground gaming scenes in high resolution while leaving the background in low resolution. Qualcomm has also included the “Volumetric Rendering” feature, previously seen on the flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip.

For better low-light photography, the ISP has been upgraded to an 18-bit Triple ISP, which involves stacking 30 images into one. This chipset supports 200MP sensors, as well as HDR video capture with dual cameras capturing triple exposure at the same time.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen-2 Features

In terms of artificial intelligence, Qualcomm’s AI Engine on the 7+ Gen 2 now provides 2x improved performance and 40% battery savings per watt. This chip uses the Snapdragon X62 5G Modem-RF System for connectivity, with download speeds of up to 4.4 Gbps. Phones powered by this chip can use the 4G/5G Dual-Sim Dual Active (DSDA) feature too. Likewise, it supports WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 technology.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2: Specifications

  • Process: TSMC 4nm (N4)
  • CPU: Octa-core
    – 1x Cortex-X2 (@2.91 GHz)
    – 3x Cortex-A710 (@2.49 GHz)
    – 4x Cortex-A510 (@1.8 GHz)
  • GPU: Adreno (Select Snapdragon Elite Gaming features)
  • Display: Full HD+ (Up to 144Hz) or QHD+ (Up to 120Hz)
  • Modem: Snapdragon X62 5G
  • Connectivity: WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3 (LE Audio)
  • Camera: Qualcomm Spectra Triple ISP (Up to 200MP camera)

Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2: Available Smartphones

Smartphones powered by the all-new Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 are expected to arrive later this month. The first phones with this chip could be Realme GT Neo 5 SE and Redmi Note 12 Turbo (aka POCO X5 GT).

Sony WF-1000XM5 leaks hint towards refreshed design, faster charging

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Sony WF-1000XM5 leaks hint towards refreshed design, faster charging

Sony’s flagship pair of wireless earbuds, the WF-1000XM4, has been on the market for two years. And it looks like the company is finally ready to unveil its successor, the WF-1000XM5. Let’s take a look at the rumored specifications, as well as the expected price and availability of the upcoming Sony WF-1000XM5.

Sony WF-1000XM5 Rumors Overview:

Compact design

These earbuds were recently discovered in the FCC database. Photos from the database revealed that the WF-1000XM5 will be more compact than its predecessor. This is a big relief because Sony’s flagship earbuds have always been quite bulky, even though the WF-1000XM4 was quite slimmer compared to the WF-1000XM3.

Sony WF 1000XM5 Case
Image: The Walkman Blog

The case will be made of matte plastic (presumably from recycled materials), and Sony will use two pins instead of three to charge the earbuds inside the case. We can see also two holes on the left earbud of Sony WF-1000XM5, one of which is expected to be the microphone. But its exact type is unknown for now; it could be either a feedforward (for ANC) or a voice microphone.

According to the FCC listing, a touch panel integrated with the Bluetooth antenna will also be present on the exterior surface. Likewise, its exterior surface design could be similar to the Sony LinkBuds S.

Sony WF 1000XM5 Left Earbud
Image: The Walkman Blog

Fast charging

We can also expect fast charging this time around because the case has a 5V 230mAh rating, which is higher than the 5V 140mAh on the XM4. Wireless charging will also be available on the Sony WF-1000XM5. And a subtle design change we can see is that Sony has moved the LED lighting from the inside of the case to the front.

What else?

The certification also included some case teardown photos, primarily of the main PCB. We can see that the wireless charging standard will be Qi again. And unlike the WF-1000XM4, its battery will be soldered to the PCB (printed circuit board). But the wireless charging coil won’t be soldered.

Sony WF 1000XM5 Teardown
Image: The Walkman Blog

Finally, there appears to be a button to the right of the USB-C port, similar to the one found on the LinkBuds S. This button is used for initial setup, pairing, and resetting.

Sony WF-1000XM5 Price and Availability:

These flagship earbuds from Sony are expected to go official later this year. Considering its predecessor went for USD 280 at launch, we expect the Sony WF-1000XM5 to cost somewhere under USD 300 as well.

Honor X5 with Helio G25, 5000mAh battery goes official in Nepal

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Honor X5 with Helio G25, 5000mAh battery goes official in Nepal

Honor has added a new member to its X-series in Nepal. The Honor X5 is a budget-phone with which was released globally a couple of months ago. Here, we will get to the specifications, features, availability, and official price of the Honor X5 in Nepal.

Honor X5 Overview:

Design and Display

While the X5 has a plastic build, Honor has made an effort to make the smartphone visually appealing. Here, the phone comes with a leather-texture design on the back which helps for a comfortable grip and keeps fingerprints and smudges at bay. It isn’t that bulky or thick either measuring 192 grams and 8.92 mm, respectively.

The phone is available in three color options: Sunrise Orange, Ocean Blue, and Midnight Black. But the latter two are only available in Nepal, as of now.

Honor X5 Design and Display

On the front, you get a 6.5-inch TFT LCD display with HD resolution. As common with budget smartphones, you don’t get to see a higher refresh/touch sampling rate here. And it also has a water-drop notch on the front.

Performance

Under the hood, this phone is powered by a MediaTek Helio G25 chipset. This is an octa-core processor with four Cortex-A53 (@2.0GHz) and four Cortex-A53 (@1.5GHz) cores and is built on 12nm fabrication technology. There is a decent IMG GE8320 GPU for graphics.

MediaTek Helio G25 SoC

The chipset comes with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. You can, however, expand storage with an SD card. Honor has pre-installed Android 12 Go-Edition on this phone.

Others

The Honor X5 has a single rear camera with an 8 MP, f/2.0 sensor. For selfies, there is a 5 MP, f/2.2 camera on the front. Both cameras can shoot videos at up to 1080p@30fps.

Moreover, the smartphone is fueled by a 5000mAh battery. In terms of connectivity, it supports a single 2.4GHz Wi-Fi band, and Bluetooth 5.1. For security, you can use face unlock, as there’s no fingerprint sensor.

Honor X5 Specifications:

  • Dimensions: 164.04 x 75.57 x 8.92mm
  • Weight: 193 gm
  • Display: 6.5″ TFT LCD, HD+ resolution
  • Chipset: MediaTek Helio G25 4G (12nm)
  • Memory: 2GB RAM, 32GB storage (expandable)
  • OS: Android 12 (Go-Edition)
  • Rear Cameras: Single (with LED flash)
    – 8MP, f/2.0
    – Up to 1080p 30 fps videos
  • Front Camera: 5MP, f/2.2 (Up to 1080p 30 fps videos)
  • Battery: 5000mAh
  • Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi (Single-band), Bluetooth 5.1
  • Audio: Speaker, 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Colors: Ocean Blue, Midnight Black

Honor X5 Price in Nepal and Availability

The official price of Honor X5 is Rs. 11,990 for the sole 2/32GB variant. You can purchase the Honor X5 in Nepal at an official price from stores like Hukut.

Honor X5 Price in Nepal (Official)
2/32GB Rs. 11,990

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