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Oppo Enco Air 3 official with 13.4mm driver, IP54 rating

OPPO

Mintu

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February 5, 2023

Oppo Enco Air 3 official with 13.4mm driver, IP54 rating

Alongside the Reno 8T 5G, Oppo has launched the Oppo Enco Air 3 TWS in India. The earbuds succeed the Enco Air 2, which was launched last year. So let’s get into the specs, features, availability, and expected price of the Oppo Enco Air 3 in Nepal.

Oppo Enco Air 3 Overview:

Design

To begin with, Oppo Enco Air 3 boasts a translucent lid design, similar to the Enco Air 2. The company calls this stem’s design a gleaming dewdrop inspired by jewels. Each bud weighs just 3.7 grams while the translucent jelly case opens at 110° for effortless usage.

The TWS is also dust and water-resistant, with an IP54 rating. This is an improvement over the previous gen’s IPX4. The Enco Air 3, like most earbuds, also supports touch gesture control for music and calling. In terms of color options, it is only available in Glaze White.

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Drivers and Connectivity

For audio, it features a 13.4mm large composite driver on each bud that is said to deliver powerful bass. Yet, their highlight is the HiFi 5 DSP (Digital Signal Processor) that promises clearer speech during voice-based interactions like calls. And although the earbuds miss out on ANC, it relies on AI noise cancellation. The DSP is also said to offer 25 times more processing power and a 50% reduction in battery consumption.

In terms of audio, the Enco Air 3 features three audio presets: Enco Master, Bass Boost, and Clear Vocal. One can tune into those presets based on their musical tastes. Not to mention, you get support for both the SBC and AAC audio codecs. And OPPO has included its Alive Audio tech for a more immersive music listening experience.

Meanwhile, the earbuds also have a 47ms latency for gamers who use the dedicated gaming mode. For connectivity, it utilizes Bluetooth 5.3 and you also get Google Fast Pair support for swift pairing.

Battery and Charging

Coming to the battery, each bud packs a 27mAh cell while the charging case goes with a 300mAh cell. The company has stated the battery lasts for 6 hours on a single usage with 50% volume. While with the charging case, it can extend up to 25 hours of usage time. And the case charges via a USB Type-C port.

Oppo Enco Air 3 Specifications:

Driver: 13.4mm large composite dynamic driver
Connectivity: Wireless (Bluetooth v5.3, 10 meters range)
Frequency response: 20Hz – 20kHz
Driver sensitivity: 125 dB @ 1 kHz
Microphone sensitivity: -38 dBV/Pa
Codec: AAC, SBC
Music time: 6 hours (50% volume), 25 hours (with charging case)
Battery capacity: 27mAh (each earbud), 300mAh (power case)
Charging time: 2 hours (via USB Type-C port)
IP rating: Yes, IP54 dust & splash resistance
Noise-canceling: DNN-backed AI noise reduction for calls, games
Other: Game Mode, Google Fast Pair, Fast Charging, Customizable Touch Control
Color: Glaze White

Oppo Enco Air 3 Price in Nepal and Availability

The Enco Air 3 TWS is available for preorder in India for INR 2,999. We can expect the price of Oppo Enco Air 3 to be NPR 6,999 when it makes its way to the Nepalese market.

TWS Earbuds	Price in India	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Oppo Enco Air	INR 2,999	NPR 6,999

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Vivo X90 Pro with a 1-inch Sony sensor arrives in the international market

Vivo

GadgetByte

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February 4, 2023

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Vivo X90 Pro with a 1-inch Sony sensor arrives in the international market

Alongside the standard Vivo X90, the X90 Pro has arrived on the international market as well. The headlining feature of this phone is definitely its 1-inch type Sony IMX989 sensor. However, the more expensive Vivo X90 Pro+ is still China-exclusive for now. In this article, we will discuss the Vivo X90 series (Pro and Pro+) in more detail, including their official specs, features, expected price, and availability in Nepal.

Vivo X90 Pro Series Overview:

“King of 1-inch sensor”

The main selling point of Vivo’s X series has been the camera, and this year is no different. Both X90 Pro and Pro+ come with a 1-inch Sony IMX989 sensor complemented by Zeiss T* optical lens. To note, it is the same sensor on last year’s Xiaomi 12S Ultra, co-developed by Sony and Xiaomi. As a result, these phones boast a 77% larger sensor than Vivo X80 Pro.

Moving on, Vivo X90 Pro’s triple camera array consists of a 50MP IMX759 portrait sensor and a 12MP IMX663 ultrawide shooter. This portrait camera has a 50mm equivalent focal length and OIS. On the other hand, the X90 Pro+ has a quad camera array instead. Two of which are telephoto cameras.

The first is a 64MP periscopic lens with 3.5x optical zoom. The other is a 50MP IMX758 sensor for portraits. Finally, the fourth camera has a 48MP sensor paired with an ultrawide angle lens. All the cameras except the ultrawide module have Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). In addition, there is a Time-of-Flight (ToF) sensor to assist the quad-camera setup with autofocus.

Vivo V2 ISP

Besides all this, the Vivo X90 Pro duo has the new V2 imaging chip as well. In fact, all three phones of the new X90 series are powered by Vivo’s third-gen image signal processor (ISP). New to the V2 chip is a dedicated 45MB of Static RAM (SRAM) cache, which is said to reduce power consumption significantly.

In addition, the chip provides zero latency snapshots and motion detection techniques. When capturing moving objects, its self-learning capability is improved over previous generations. Vivo also employs the RawEnhance 2.0 technology for improved low-light capture.

Advanced Camera System

Vivo X90 series also brings major improvements in portrait and night photography. For this, the company has been working closely with its imaging partner Zeiss.

The camera setup on the Vivo X90 Pro series consists of different software and hardware components, each with its own function. First is the advanced Zeiss lens with special coatings to control the noises in images. Then there is the True Color Restoration Engine that determines the correct white balance.

This time around, there is also an Ultra-Clear Quality Engine which, like its name suggests, brings out the best possible clarity in the image. It does so by recovering optical information lost because of optical imperfection. A multi-frame model for periscope lenses further refines the image’s dynamic range using the ambient light sensor on the X90 Pro+.

Improved portraits and night photography

Moving on, the Vivo X90 Pro series can detect the subject’s face and pose using 103 different points while shooting portraits. Then these points are used to separate the subject and background so that each can be processed separately.

Vivo has doubled the ISO to 102,400 on the X90 Pro series to improve night photography. Vivo believes this will allow users to take low-light shots without a tripod or a long exposure.

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Latest flagship chip from MediaTek and Qualcomm

Vivo has become the first brand to launch a smartphone equipped with the latest flagship chipsets from both MediaTek and Qualcomm. The company has used MediaTek’s Dimensity 9200 on the X90 Pro, while the Pro+ gets the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 treatment. Both chips are based on TSMC’s 4nm process and feature the new Cortex-X3 as the Prime core.

The other highlight of these new chips is the hardware-based Ray Tracing made possible by the Immortalis G715 GPU from ARM. Despite packing different SoCs, both Vivo X90 Pro and Pro+ come with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage. The latter is a first for any smartphone.

Design and Display

Moving on, Vivo X90 Pro and Pro+ models have striking resemblance starting with the curved AMOLED display measuring 6.78-inch in diagonal. There is a center-aligned circular cutout for the 32MP selfie shooter. Both phones benefit from the 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ certification, and a peak brightness of 1300 nits. However, the X90 Pro+ has a sharper 1400p resolution compared X90 Pro’s 1260p.

Rest of the specs

Vivo’s latest flagships also differ in the battery department. The X90 Pro is fueled by a 4,870mAh battery with support for 120W wired fast charging. On the other hand, the Pro+ features a smaller 4,700mAh battery with comparatively modest 80W fast charging support. Both phones can be charged wirelessly at 50W. On the software front, the X90 series ship with OriginOS 13 in China while Vivo ships them with Funtouch OS 13 in the international market.

Vivo X90 Pro Series Specifications:

	Vivo X90 Pro+	X90 Pro
Dimensions	164.35 x 75.29 x 9.7mm	164.07 x 75.53 x 9.34mm
Weight	221gm	225gm
Display	6.78-inch curved AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate, 300Hz touch sampling rate, 1300 nits peak brightness, HDR10+
Resolution	3200 x 1400 pixels 20:9 aspect ratio	2800 x 1260 pixels 20:9 aspect ratio
Chipset	Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm)	MediaTek Dimensity 9200 (4nm)
ISP	Vivo V2
Memory	Up to 12GB LPDDR5 RAM Up to 512GB UFS 4.0 storage
OS	Funtouch OS 13 based on Android 13
Camera	Quad: 50MP IMX989 primary 64MP telephoto, 3.5x optical 50MP IMX758 portrait 48MP IMX589 ultrawide	Triple: 50MP IMX989 primary 50MP IMX758 portrait 12MP IMX663 ultrawide
Selfie	32MP, f/2,45 (punch-hole)
Battery	4,700mAh, 80W fast charging	4,870mAh, 120W fast charging
Wireless charging	Yes (50W)

Vivo X90 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

Outside of China, Vivo X90 Pro is currently available in Malaysia for MYR 4,999 (~USD 1,175) for the 12/256GB model. But Vivo says it is bringing X90 Pro to the international market including Europe and India pretty soon too. We expect the price of the Vivo X90 Pro in Nepal to be NPR 176,000 if it ever launches here officially.

Vivo X90 Pro	Price in Malaysia	Price in Nepal (Expected)
12/256GB	MYR 4,999	NPR 176,000

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Vivo X90 with Dimensity 9200, V2 image chip launched globally

Vivo

GadgetByte

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February 4, 2023

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Vivo X90 with Dimensity 9200, V2 image chip launched globally

Vivo’s latest flagship phones consist of three devices: the standard Vivo X90 and a couple of Pro models. They made their debut in China back in November last year, and Vivo has finally brought the X90 to the international market. It is the successor to last year’s Vivo X80 and is the most affordable option in the new X90 lineup. In this article, we will discuss the key specs, features, expected price, and availability of the Vivo X90 in Nepal.

Vivo X90 Overview:

Design and Display

The design of the Vivo X90 is very similar to its Pro siblings. It packs the same 6.78-inch curved AMOLED panel, which refreshes at 120Hz. It has a 10-bit color depth which means it can produce over 1 billion colors. You also get HDR certifications and a peak brightness of up to 1300 nits.

Vivo X90 is available in three color options: China Red, Ice Blue, and Black. The latter two have glass backs, while the China Red has a leather-like textured finish. In addition, the phone also has an IP64 rating against minor water splashes and dust particles.

Performance and Memory

Under the hood, Vivo X90 packs the same Dimensity 9200 as its Pro sibling. It is the latest flagship chip from MediaTek based on a 4nm process. The key highlight of the chip includes the new Cortex-X3 prime core and the ARM Immortalis GPU with hardware-based ray tracing. The chip is paired with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage. But do note that Vivo has used UFS 3.1 storage on the 128GB variant.

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Camera

The protruding circular camera bump at the back of the Vivo X90 is home to a triple camera setup. Leading the line is the 50MP Sony IMX866 sensor. It is joined by a 12MP ultrawide angle module and a 12MP telephoto sensor with 2x optical zoom. Over on the front, you get a 32MP selfie shooter enclosed by the punch-hole cutout.

To help with the image processing, Vivo has included the V2 ISP on the X90. It is Vivo’s third-gen imaging chip and brings a dedicated SRAM memory for higher efficiency. Overall, it will help the X80 achieve better portrait and low-light photography.

Rest of the specs

Fueling the phone is a 4,810mAh battery with support for 120W fast charging. You get a compatible charger in the box, which takes the phone from 0 to 50% in just 8 minutes. Vivo X90 ships with OriginOS 3 based on Android 13 out of the box but the global variant of the phone enjoys Funtouch OS 13 instead.

Vivo X90 Specifications:

Body: 164.10 × 74.44 × 8.48/8.88 mm, 196/200 grams, IP64
Display: 6.78-inches AMOLED panel, 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+
Resolution: 2K (2800 x 1260 pixels)
Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 9200 (4nm)
Memory: 8/12GB LPDDR5 RAM, Up to 512GB UFS 3.1/UFS 4.0 storage
Software & UI: Android 13 with Funtouch OS 13 on top
Rear Camera: Triple (with LED flash);
– 50MP Sony IMX866 (OIS)
– 12MP ultrawide lens
– 12MP telephoto, 2x optical zoom
Front Camera: 32MP, f/2.5
Security: In-display fingerprint sensor (optical)
Battery: 4810mAh with 120W fast charging (wired)

Vivo X90 Price in Nepal and Availability

According to Vivo, the X90 will be gradually available in international markets including Europe, South East Asia, and India. It is already up for sale in Malaysia for MYR 3,699 (~USD 869) for the sole 12/256GB variant. While it’s unlikely that Vivo X90 officially comes to Nepal, we expect its price to be NPR 130,000 if it ever does.

Vivo X90	Price in Malaysia	Price in Nepal (Expected)
12/256GB	MYR 3,699	NPR 130,000

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Oppo Reno 8T series goes official silently

OPPO
Reno

GadgetByte

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February 3, 2023

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Oppo Reno 8T series goes official silently

Oppo has silently launched the Reno 8T series in Vietnam. The new lineup is an extension to the Reno 8 series and comprises two variants, Reno 8T 4G and Reno 8T 5G. So, let’s get into specifications, features, availability and expected price of the Oppo Reno 8T Series (4G and 5G) in Nepal.

Oppo Reno 8T Series Overview:

Performance

As the Reno 8T has 4G and 5G variants, needless to say, they have different SoCs underneath them. The 4G variant is powered by the 6nm made Helio G99 chipset. On the other hand, the 5G model gets its horsepower from Qualcomm Snapdragon 695, also fabricated under TSMC’s 6nm nodes.

Memory option include 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB of storage for both the models. The latter is expandable via a microSD card. Likewise, the smartphones boot on Android 13 based Color OS 13.

Design and Display

Aside from the difference in SoCs, the two phones have subtle differences in other areas like the design. The Reno 8T 5G sports a premium curved display to differentiate it from its 4G sibling. It has a 6.71-inch Full HD+ AMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate.

Likewise, the screen has a peak brightness of 950 nits and an ultra-thin bottom bezel of just 2.32mm. For display protection, Oppo has gone with AGC Dragontrail Glass.

The Reno 8T 4G, on the other hand, boasts a flat display with Full HD+ resolution. The screen refreshes at 90Hz and has a Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection for accidental drops and scratches.

Likewise, the smartphone is available in two color variants: Black and Sunset Orange, with latter featuring a faux-leather “Fiberglass” finish. The 5G model comes in Black Starlight, and Dawn Gold, both with a frosted finish on the back.

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Camera

For the optics, both siblings share a triple camera layout. The Reno 8T 4G sports a 100MP main camera with an f/1.7 aperture. Filling in the setup is a 2MP depth and a 2MP microscopic unit. While on the front side, you get a 32MP camera for selfies and video calls.

Meanwhile, the primary sensor on the Reno 8T 5G is an f/1.7 108MP shooter. Here too, there is a 2MP depth + 2MP microscope combo on the rear and a 32MP lens on the front.

Rest of the Specs

In terms of battery capacity, the Reno 8T 4G gets its juice from a 5000mAh cell, while the 5G version has a slightly smaller 4800mAh cell. They also differ in charging, with 33W and 67W for the 4G and 5G models, respectively. Connectivity options on both models include, WiFi 5, Bluetooth 5.1, USB Type-C, NFC and so on.

Oppo Reno 8T Series Specifications:

	Reno 8T 4G			Reno 8T 5G
Body	160.8 x 73.8 x 7.8 mm, 180gm	162.3 x 74.3 x 7.7 mm, 171gm
Display Size	6.43-inch, AMOLED			6.71-inches, AMOLED
Properties	90Hz refresh rate, Gorilla Glass 5		120Hz refresh rate, Asahi Glass AGC DT-Star
Resolution	FHD+ (2340 x 1080 pixels)
Chipset	Mediatek Helio G99, 6nm		Snapdragon 695 5G, 6nm
RAM	8GB LPDDR4X
Storage	256GB
Rear Camera	100MP, f/1.7 primary shooter, Dual Pixel AF 2MP, f/2.4 depth sensor 2MP, f/3.3 microscopic lens		108MP, f/1.7 primary shooter, Dual Pixel AF 2MP, f/2.4 depth sensor 2MP, f/3.3 microscopic lens
Front Camera	32MP, f/2.2 aperture
Security	Under Display Fingerprint Scanner
Audio	Stereo speakers
Connectivity	5G, WiFi 5, Bluetooth 5.1		4G, WiFi 5, Bluetooth 5.3, Bluetooth 5.1
Battery	5000mAh, 33W wired charging	4800mAh, 67W wired charging
Colors	Black Starlight, Orange Sunset		Black Starlight, Dawn Gold

Oppo Reno 8T Series Price in Nepal and Availability

Oppo has currently launched the Reno 8T series in Vietnam. The Vietnamese pricing for the 4G model is VND 8.49 million ($362), while the 5G model retails at VND 9.9 million ($422). Both are available in 8/256GB variants. We can expect the price of Reno 8T 4G and Reno 8T 5G in Nepal to be around Rs.53,999 and Rs.63,999 respectively.

Oppo Reno 8T Series	Price in Vietnam (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Reno 8T 4G (8/256GB)	VND 8.42 million	NPR 53,999
Reno 8T 5G (8/256GB)	VND 9.9 million	NPR 63,999

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Oppo Reno 8 Pro.

Galaxy Book 3 Ultra goes big on performance with 13th Gen CPU, RTX 40 series GPU

Samsung

Mintu

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February 3, 2023

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Galaxy Book 3 Ultra goes big on performance with 13th Gen CPU, RTX 40 series GPU

With the Galaxy S23 Series, Samsung has also taken the curtain off of the Galaxy Book 3 series. The most premium of the bunch is the Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Ultra. It’s the first Samsung laptop to bear the “Ultra” moniker, so the company is going big on performance here with 13th Gen CPU and RTX 40 series GPU. Let’s get into the specifics of the Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Ultra and its expected price in Nepal.

Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Ultra Overview:

Design and Display

Although the Book 3 Ultra has the performance to compete with other gaming laptops, it doesn’t have that typical gamer aesthetic. It’s simple in design, has an aluminum chassis, and weighs only 1.7 kg. There are two color options to choose from: Gray or Graphite. Likewise, the laptop enjoys a full-sized backlit keyboard and a Windows precision trackpad which is 39% larger than Galaxy Book 2 Pro.

On the front is a 16-inch 2X AMOLED display with a 3K (2,880 x 1,800) resolution. The screen refreshes at 120Hz, has a peak brightness of 400 nits, and covers a 120%DCI-P3 color gamut. Also, there’s a Full HD webcam on the front for video calls.

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Performance

In terms of performance, the Book 3 Ultra has two CPU options: Intel Core i7-13700H and Intel Core i9-13900H. The difference between the two is not drastic though. With its 8% higher Turbo Boost frequency, the i9-13900H maintains a marginal performance advantage over the i7-13700H.

On the graphics front, the Core i9 variant is paired with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 laptop GPU, while the i7-13700H is equipped with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 GPU. The memory option includes up to 32GB RAM and up to 1TB of SSD storage.

Rest of the Specs

Moving on, the laptop gets its juice from a 76Wh battery with the support of 100W fast charging. For connectivity, the Book 3 Ultra has a Thunderbolt 4 (USB Type-C) port, a USB 3.2 Type-A port, an HDMI 1.4 port, a microSD card slot, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Ultra Specifications:

Body: 13.99 x 9.86 x 0.65 in; 1.79kg, Aluminum build
Display: 16″ 2X AMOLED display, 120Hz refresh rate, 400 nits
Resolution: 3K (2880 x 1800 pixels)
CPU: Intel Core i7-13700H / Intel Core i9-13900H CPU
GPU: Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 / GeForce RTX 4070
RAM: 16GB/32GB LPDDR5
Storage: 512GB/1TB SSD
Webcam: 1080p
Battery: 76Wh
Adapter: 100W
Ports: 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB Type-C), 1x USB 3.2 Type-A, 1x HDMI, 1x MicroSd, 1x 3.5mm headphone jack

Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Ultra Price in Nepal and Availability

The official price of the Book 3 Ultra in the US starts at USD 2199.99 for the i7 variant. The i9 variant has a starting price of USD 2799.99. Both models are currently available for preorder on Samsung’s official website. If and when the Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Ultra is released in Nepal, we expect the price to start at NPR 349,999.

Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Ultra	Price in the US (Starts From)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Core i7-13700H	USD 2199.99	NPR 349,999
Core i9-13900H	USD 2799.99	NPR 435,999

Meanwhile, check our review of Acer Nitro 5 with i5 12th-gen CPU

Vivo Y15C Price in Nepal [Updated]

Vivo

GadgetByte

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February 2, 2023

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Vivo Y15C is a design-centric budget phone with a 5,000mAh battery and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. The smartphone made its way to Nepal in August 2022. In this article, we will go through the specs, features, official price, and availability of the Vivo Y15C in Nepal.

Vivo Y15C Overview:

Design and Display

Vivo Y15C is built around a 6.51-inch IPS LCD screen with a waterdrop notch for the selfie camera. The phone has automatic brightness adjustment and Vivo’s Eye Protection Mode. The latter controls the screen’s blue light emission to protect the user’s eyes. Outside of it, it’s a standard screen without any high refresh rate.

The screen is enclosed inside a 3D-curved polycarbonate body that is available in Mystic Blue and Wave Green. Vivo Y15C measures 8.28mm in thickness and weighs around 179 grams.

Performance

Under the hood, the phone is powered by the Helio P35 chipset. It’s an entry-level chipset with two clusters of Cortex-A53 clocked at 1.8GHz and 2.3GHz, respectively. It’s fairly old as well, having first announced back in 2018. Vivo has paired the chips with 3GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage.

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Camera

At the back of the Vivo Y15C, you can find a rectangular camera bump housing a dual-camera setup along with the LED flash. Vivo has used a 13MP sensor with an f/2.2 aperture for the primary camera. It is accompanied by a 2MP macro camera. The rear camera has multiple shooting options that include Time-Lapse, Pro Mode, and Panorama.

Thanks to the “Aura Light” feature, Vivo 15C’s screen lights up when taking selfies in the dark with the 8MP selfie camera. The phone even uses the camera for 2D face unlock.

Rest of the Specs

Fueling the laptop is a 5,000mAh battery that accepts input of up to 10W. Sadly, the phone has a micro USB port for charging. Furthermore, it has a single speaker setup and boots on Android 12-based Funtouch OS 12.

Vivo Y15C Specifications:

Dimensions: 163.96 x 75.2 x 8.28 mm, 179g
Display: 6.51-inch HD+ IPS LCD
Processor: MediaTek Helio P35 (12nm process)
Memory: 3GB RAM, 32GB storage (expandable)
Software: Android 12-based FunTouch OS 12
Rear Camera: Dual (13MP f/2.2 primary, 2MP f/2.4 macro)
Front Camera: 8MP f/2.0
Battery: 5000mAh, 10W charging (microUSB)
Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor
Colors: Wave Green, Mystic Blue

Vivo Y15C Price in Nepal and Availability

Vivo launched the Y15C in Nepal at Rs. 17,999 for the 3/32GB variant. With the price drop, its now available for Rs. 14,999. But the price change will be effective for the month of February only. You can buy Vivo Y15C from Hukut and other Vivo-authorized stores in Nepal.

Smartphone Model	Price in Nepal (Official)	Availability
Vivo Y15C	Rs. ~~17,999~~ 14,999	Hukut

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Vivo T1 5G.

Galaxy Book 3 series official with 13th Gen processors, OLED display

Samsung

GadgetByte

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February 2, 2023

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Galaxy Book 3 series official with 13th Gen processors, OLED display

Alongside the Galaxy S23 Series, Samsung also announced the Galaxy Book 3 Series in the this year’s Unpacked event. This year’s lineup includes four main SKUs: Book 3 360, Book 3 Pro, Book 3 Pro 360, and Book 3 Ultra. In this article, we will get into the specs, features, availability, and expected price of the Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Series (Book 3 360, Book 3 Pro, and Book 3 Pro 360) in Nepal.

Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Series Overview:

Galaxy Book 3 360:

The Galaxy Book 3 360 is the entry-level model in the lineup, with 13.3″ and 15.6″ display options. Both are Full HD AMOLED panel with a 16:9 aspect ratio. And as its a 360 model, it has convertible 2-in-1 design with support for S Pen.

In terms of performance, the Galaxy Book 3 360 is powered by a 13th Gen Core i7-1360 CPU. Memory options includes up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and a 512GB or 1 TB SSD. The latter is expandable up to 2TB storage.

Moreover, the port options on this laptop include one-one Thunderbolt 4, USB A 3.2 Gen 1, USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, HDMI, MicroSDXC, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Specifications:

	Galaxy Book 3 360
Weight	1.83kg (13.3″) 1.24kg (15.6″)
Display	13.3″/15.6″ OLED, Full HD, 370 nits
CPU	Intel Core i7-1360P
GPU	Intel Iris Xe
RAM	16GB
Storage	512GB or 1TB SSD (Expandable up to 2TB)
Battery	61.1Wh (13.3″) 68Wh (15.6″)
Ports	1x Thunderbolt 4 1x USB A 3.2 Gen 1 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 1x HDMI 1x MicroSDXC 1x 3,5mm headphone jack
Connectivity	WiFi 6 Bluetooth 5.1
Others	Dual speakers, Dolby Atmos support

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Galaxy Book 3 Pro, Book 3 Pro 360:

Moving on, the Galaxy Book 3 Pro arrives in 14″ or 16″ models with a 3K AMOLED display, 16:10 aspect ratio, and 400 nits of brightness. The Book 3 Pro 360 has similar display characteristics, but it is available in a single 16″ variant. It also has a convertible design and support for an S Pen.

Both models are configurable with up to Intel Core i7-1360P CPU, 16GB LPDDR5 RAM, and 512 GB/1TB SSD. The storage is expandable up to 2TB for both 3 Pro and 3 Pro 360. For connectivity, you will get two Thunderbolt 4, one USB A 3.2 Gen 1, an HDMI, a MicroSDXC, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

	Galaxy Book 3 Pro	Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360
Weight	1.17Kg (14″) 1.56Kg (16″)	1.8Kg (16″)
Display	14″/16″ WQXGA+ OLED screen, 16:10, 120Hz, 400 nits peak brightness	16″ WQXGA+ OLED screen, 16:10, 120Hz, 400 nits peak brightness
CPU	Intel Core i7-1360P CPU
GPU	Intel Iris Xe
RAM	16GB LPDDR5 RAM
Storage	512GB/1TB Gen 4 M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD (Expandable up to 2TB)
Battery	63Wh (14″) 76Wh (16″)	76Wh (16″)
Ports	2x Thunderbolt 4 1x USB A 3.2 Gen 1 1x HDMI 1x MicroSDXC 1x 3,5mm headphone jack
Connectivity	WiFi 6 Bluetooth 5.1
Others	AKG quad speakers, Dolby Atmos support, TPM Fingerprint Sensor

Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Series Price in Nepal and Availability

As for the pricing, the Galaxy Book 3 360 has a starting price of USD 1049.99. Meanwhile, the 14-inch and 16-inch Book 3 Pro 360 models start at USD 1149.99 and USD 1249.99, respectively. If and when the Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Series is released in Nepal, we expect the price to start at NPR 164,999.

Samsung Galaxy Book 3 Series	Price in the US (Starts From)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Galaxy Book 3 360	USD 1049.99	NPR 164,999
Galaxy Book 3 Pro (14-inch)	USD 1149.99	NPR 179,999
Galaxy Book 3 Pro (16-inch)	USD 1249.99	NPR 194,999
Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360	USD 1399.99	NPR 214,999

Meanwhile, check out our review of the HP Envy x360.

Vivo Y53s Price in Nepal [Updated]

Vivo

GadgetByte

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February 2, 2023

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Launched in 2021, Vivo Y53s is a mid-range phone with the MediaTek Helio G80 processor. Here, we will take a deeper look at the specifications and features of the Vivo Y53s 5G, along with its updated price in Nepal.

Vivo Y53s Overview:

Design and Display

Vivo Y53s features a 6.58-inch IPS LCD panel. This FHD screen has a waterdrop notch for the selfie camera. Likewise, it has a modest of 60Hz refresh rate and a 120Hz touch sampling rate.

Performance and Memory

Under the hood, Vivo Y53s packs in MediaTek Helio G80 chipset with 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB of expandable internal storage. The Helio G80 is an entry-level chipset found on sub 20K smartphone from Poco and recently launched Galaxy F22 whose price starts at NPR 20,499.

So yeah, calling this phone overpriced would be an understatement. Regardless, Y53s also enjoys Vivo’s Extended RAM feature swaps 3GB of internal storage as temporary RAM, when the system requires it.

Camera

At the back, the rectangular camera module houses triple cameras. Y53s is yet another Vivo Y-series midrange phone where the ultrawide camera has been sacrificed. Here, the primary camera consists of a 64MP sensor.

It has Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS) as well. Joining this is a 2MP macro and a 2MP monochrome lens. There is a 16MP selfie camera up front inside the teardrop notch.

Rest of the specs

Fueling the Vivo Y53s is a massive 5000mAh battery. It supports 33W fast charging via the USB Type-C port. Vivo is also making big claims about the audio setup of the phone.

Its loudspeaker boasts a Super Volume of up to 94dB. With Super Audio 2.0, the phone adjusts the sound automatically based on the usage scenario.

Vivo Y53s Specifications:

Dimension: 164 × 75.46 × 8.38mm, 190 grams
Display: 6.58-inches IPS LCD panel, 60Hz refresh rate, 120Hz touch sampling rate
Resolution: FHD+ (2408 x 1080 pixels), 20.07:9 aspect ratio
Chipset: MediaTek Helio G80 4G (12nm)
Memory: 8GB RAM LPDDR4X, 128GB eMMC storage (expandable)
Software & UI: Android 11 with Funtouch OS 11.1 on top
Rear Camera: Triple (64MP main with EIS, 2MP macro, 2MP monochrome)
Front Camera: 16MP f/2.0 (notch)
Security: Side-mounted fingerprint scanner
Connectivity: Dual Nano-SIM, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, USB Type-C, OTG
Battery: 5000mAh, 18W Flash Charging
Color Options: Deep Sea Blue, Fantastic Rainbow

Vivo Y53s Price in Nepal & Availability

Vivo Y53s price in Nepal is set at Rs. 34,999 for the 8/128GB variant. You can buy the phone from Hukut and other Vivo-authorized stores across the country.

Vivo Y53s	Price in Nepal	Availability
8/128GB	Rs. 34,999	Hukut

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Vivo iQOO 7.

Xiaomi Nepal brings 0% EMI scheme for phones, laptops, and TVs

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Mintu

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February 1, 2023

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Xiaomi Nepal brings 0% EMI scheme for phones, laptops, and TVs

Xiaomi has introduced a new 0% EMI scheme for its phones, tablets, and TVs in Nepal. The brand has been teasing the scheme for a few days on its social media handles. Now, the company has made it possible to purchase Xiaomi products with 0% EMI. More about Xiaomi’s 0% EMI Scheme in Nepal here.

Xiaomi Nepal’s 0% EMI Scheme:

Xiaomi has partnered with Nabil Bank to bring the 0% EMI scheme. As a result, Nabil Bank customers can now purchase any Xiaomi, Redmi, or Poco smartphones on an installment basis with no extra charges. The scheme is also available for laptops and TVs from Xiaomi and Redmi.

Amit Kumar Panda, the country GM of Xiaomi Nepal said, “We’d like to start this year along our Mi fans who share a great enthusiasm on our products. For the first time, Xiaomi has launched the 0% EMI offer in Nepal with the aim of making the country more digitally connected.”

What are the Requirements?

Customers must have a Nabil Bank Credit Card in order to take advantage of the EMI on products. For smartphones, a 50% down payment waives the processing fee. While for laptops and TVs, one must bear the full processing charges.

Those who have a Nabil Bank Credit Card can go to authorized Mi stores and retail shops to know more about the EMI and the process to claim it. EMI schemes generally require official documents such as citizenship, PAN cards, salary certificates, bank statements, and so on. So you may be asked for these documents to avail EMI on Xiaomi products.

The brand has stated the EMI offer is valid for 6 months from the date of purchase. Hence, one must pay the installments within the given time frame. Moreover, new applicants of Nabil bank’s credit card are liable to get a waiver over the first year’s annual service fee under this scheme.

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Xiaomi in Nepal

Xiaomi is a popular name globally as well as in the Nepalese market. Known for its value-for-money products, the company comes at the top for smartphone market share in Nepal.

Its Redmi lineup of phones is most popular among budget smartphone buyers. Recently, the Chinese tech giant also stepped into the laptop market with Redmibook 15 Pro, Mi Notebook Pro, Mi Notebook Ultra, etc. in Nepal.

Xiaomi/Mi TVs are also quite well-liked here. It recently introduced a bunch of budget and mid-range TVs in Nepal along with its high-end Mi TV Q1 75-inch QLED.

Meanwhile, check our Mi TV Q1 75 inch QLED TV’s Review

Vivo V23e Price in Nepal [Updated]

GadgetByte

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February 1, 2023

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Vivo V23e made its way into the Nepali market back in January 2022 in two memory configurations. And Vivo Nepal is currently offering a massive price drop on the phone for a limited time. So, let’s walk through the official specs, features, latest price, and availability of the Vivo V23e in Nepal.

Vivo V23e Overview:

Design and Display

Like with all the V-series smartphones, Vivo V23e focuses on the look and feel of the phone above everything else. It has a glass-back design with thickness ranging between 7.36 and 7.41mm depending on the color variant. The two color options available are Sunshine Coast and Moonlight Shadow.

On the front, there is a 6.44-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a waterdrop notch to house the selfie camera. There’s no high refresh rate support either since this screen refreshes at the standard 60Hz.

Performance and Memory

Under the hood, Vivo V23e packs MediaTek Helio G96. Announced a while back in 2021, it brings minimal upgrades over the Helio G95. This has been paired with 8GB of RAM and 128 or 256GB of storage. The latter can also be expanded by slotting in a microSD card. Also, the phone supports virtual RAM expansion by up to 4GB.

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Camera

Over at the back, there is a triple camera setup enclosed inside a rectangular module. The primary camera uses a 64MP f/1.79 sensor with Eye Autofocus (Eye AF) support. Joining it is an 8MP ultrawide and a 2MP macro camera.

Upfront, the waterdrop notch houses a 50MP selfie camera with Eye AutoFocus (AF). Users will be able to use it side-by-side with the primary camera, thanks to the Dual Display Video feature.

Rest of the specs

Vivo V23e gets its juice from a modest 4,050mAh battery that supports 44W fast charging. As for connectivity, you get a hybrid SIM slot, dual-band Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 5.2. The fingerprint scanner is underneath the screen. The phone boots on Funtouch OS 12 based on Android 11 out-of-the-box.

Vivo V23e Specifications:

Body: 160.87 × 74.28 × 7.36-7.41mm, 172gm
Display: 6.44-inch AMOLED panel, FHD+ (2400 x 1080), 60Hz refresh rate
Chipset: MediaTek Helio G96 4G (12nm)
Memory: 8GB RAM, 128/256GB storage
Software: Android 11 with Funtouch OS 12
Rear Camera: Triple (with LED flash)
– 64MP, f/1.79 primary
– 8MP, f/2.2 ultrawide
– 2MP, f/2.4 macro
Front Camera: 50MP, f/2.0 (waterdrop notch)
Security: In-display fingerprint sensor
Battery: 4050mAh, 44W charging (11V, 4A)
Connectivity: Hybrid SIM slot, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.2
Color Options: Sunshine Coast, Moonlight Shadow

Vivo V23e Price in Nepal and Availability (Official)

The official price of Vivo V23e in Nepal is Rs. 41,999 and Rs. 46,999 for the 8/128GB and the 8/256GB configuration, respectively. You can buy the Vivo V23e from Hukut and other authorized stores in Nepal.

Vivo V23e	Price in Nepal (Official)
8/128GB	Rs. 41,999
8/256GB	~~Rs. 46,999~~

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Vivo V25 and V25e