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Lenovo Tab M9 announced with bigger display, Helio G80

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Lenovo has just announced its latest budget-friendly tablet, the Tab M9. It’s the successor to last year’s Tab M8 and has received some major upgrades in all the right places. So let’s get into the specifications, features, availability, and expected price of the Lenovo Tab M9 in Nepal. 

Lenovo Tab M9 Overview:

Design and Display

To begin with, the Lenovo Tab M9 boasts a 9-inch IPS LCD screen with a resolution of 800 x 1340 pixels; an increase in size and resolution compared to the previous model, the Tab M8. The screen’s peak brightness has also been raised from 350 nits to 400 nits. However, the bezels around the screen are still fairly thick. The tablet will be available in Arctic Grey and Frost Blue, both with a two-tone back panel.

Lenovo Tab M9 Design and Display

Performance 

Powering the tablet is a MediaTek Helio G80 SoC which is a significant improvement over the Helio A22 in Tab M8. Lenovo has also improved the memory protocol, switching from LPDDR3 to LPDDR4X from the previous model. While storage remains unchanged at eMMC 5.1. You can choose the tablet with up to 4GB of RAM and up to 128GB of storage. 

Likewise, the device gets its juice from a 5100mAh battery that charges via a 10W USB-C adapter. Lenovo claims that the Tab M9 is good for up to thirteen hours of video playback. 

  • Meanwhile, check out all the prices and specs of tablets from Lenovo here

Rest of the specs

For your camera needs, the company has included an 8 MP sensor on the back which supports autofocus, by the way. And there is a 2 MP shooter on the front for video chats. 

Furthermore, because the Helio G80 is a 4G SoC, cellular connectivity is limited to LTE. Other wireless connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.1, and GPS. Thankfully, Lenovo has included a 3.5mm headphone jack and a microSD card slot, both of which are essential for a low-cost tablet.

Lenovo Tab M9 Specifications:

  • Body: 215.43mm x 136.76mm x 7.99mm; ~344 g (0.76 lbs)
  • Display: 9-inch IPS display, 1340 x 800 pixels, 400 nits
  • Cameras: 8MP rear, 2MP front
  • Processor: MediaTek Helio G80
  • OS: Android 12 (upgradeable to Android 13)
  • Memory: 2/3GB LPDDR4X RAM, 32/64/128GB eMMC 5.1 storage (expandable)
  • Battery: 5100mAh (10W USB Type-C charging)
  • Audio: 2 speakers, Dolby Atmos, 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Connectivity: 4G LTE, Dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5

Lenovo Tab M9 Price in Nepal and Availability

The Tab M9 will be available in Europe beginning February 2023, with a starting price of EUR 159. However, the price of other memory configurations has not been disclosed by the company as of now. Lenovo will also sell a clear case or folio case for the device separately. We expect the price of Lenovo Tab M9 to start at NPR 25,000, if and when it launches in Nepal. 

Tablet Price in Europe Price in Nepal (Expected)
Lenovo Tab M9 EUR 159 NPR 25,000
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the best budget mid-range tablets.

Realme 10 Pro+ with curved OLED, Dimensity 1080 launched in Nepal

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As Nepal Government lifted the ban on the import of phones over $300, smartphones brand are preparing to launch their latest midrange and premium phones. One such brand is Realme which has just launched the 10 Pro+ here.  So without further ado, let’s dive into the Realme 10 Pro+’s specifications, features, availability, and official price in Nepal.

Realme 10 Pro+ Overview:

Design, Display

The biggest highlight of the Realme 10 Pro+ is its display. It is the company’s first phone with a 61° OLED curved screen and 2.33mm ultra-narrow bezels. The display measures 6.7 inches in size and refreshes at 120Hz. Whereas, there’s also a 2160Hz high-frequency dimming technology, which provides a more comfortable viewing experience at night. Realme 10 Pro Plus Display -1The screen can also reproduce over 1 billion colors, has a brightness of 800 nits, and supports HDR content thanks to HDR 10+ certification.

Realme has used a customized 0.65mm secondary tempered high-strength glass for durability, claiming that it is drop-resistant and has passed the industry’s rigorous 1-meter drop test. The display makes room for an in-display fingerprint scanner as well.

Design-wise, the 10 Pro+ differs significantly from its predecessor. Realme says this new design is inspired by hyperspace tunnels and the light refraction on the rear panel is said to create a three-dimensional effect. Likewise, the device has two camera rings protruding from the back. All this comes in a slim profile of 7.78 mm and weighs 173 grams.

Performance

Under the hood, the smartphone is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 1080 processor. It’s a new mobile silicon built on a 6nm node with two Cortex-A78 cores running at 2.6GHz and six Cortex-A55 cores running at 2.0GHz. The same SoC is present in the recently announced Redmi Note 12 series as well.

Furthermore, Realme has used a 4D game vibration motor to improve the gaming experience. Memory options include 8GB or 12GB of RAM, and 128GB or 256GB of storage. As for the software, the smartphones ship with the new Realme UI 4.0, which is based on Android 13.

Cameras

Realme 10 Pro Plus Design

Talking about the cameras, the Realme 10 Pro+ has three of them at the back. The primary sensor is upgraded from 50MP to 108MP, while the 8MP ultrawide and 2MP macro lenses remain unchanged. We do not know if the device will have OIS support like its predecessor since the company hasn’t mentioned it.

The main camera employs new 9-in-1 pixel fusion technology. And, according to Realme, the amount of light that enters the camera in the dark has increased by 123% compared to the previous generation. It has a 16MP camera for selfies.

Rest of the specs

Aside from that, the smartphone is powered by a 5000mAh battery with 67W fast charging support. The connectivity option includes USB Type-C, Dual-band WIFI, 5G, Bluetooth 5.1, and NFC. Likewise, it has two stereo speakers, one on top and one on the bottom, for audio.

Realme 10 Pro+ Specifications:

  • Dimensions: 161.5×73.9×7.78mm; 173g
  • Display: 6.7-inch AMOLED, 120Hz, 10-bit, 800 nits, HDR 10+, 2160Hz high-frequency dimming
  • Resolution: Full HD+ (2412 x 1080 pixels)
  • Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 1080 (6nm)
  • Memory: 8/12GBGB LPDDR4X RAM with 128GB/256GB storage
  • OS: Android 13-based Realme UI 4.0
  • Rear Camera: Triple;
    – 108MP main
    – 8MP ultra-wide
    – 2MP macro
  • Front Camera: 16MP front-facing
  • Biometrics: In-display fingerprint sensor
  • Battery:  5000mAh, 67W charging
  • Audio: Stereo Speakers
  • Colors: Sea Blue, Night Black, and Starlight (White)

Realme 10 Pro+ Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of the Realme 10 Pro+ in Nepal is Rs. 45,999 for the sole 8/128GB variant. You can purchase it from offline retail shops and e-commerce platforms like Daraz and Hukut

Smartphones Price in Nepal (Official) Availability
8/128GB Rs. 45,999 Hukut Store
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Realme 10 Pro+.

Nubia Z50 goes official with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, advanced camera system

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Ever since Qualcomm lifted the curtain off the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, it’s been raining flagships. Brands like Vivo, iQOO, Xiaomi, and Motorola have all launched their premium phones powered by the chip, and Nubia just joined them. Nubia just unveiled the Z50 series in China, which brings the flagship Snapdragon chip along with the company’s latest camera technology. In this article, we will discuss the key specifications, features, expected price, and availability of the Nubia Z50 series in Nepal.

Nubia Z50 Overview:

Power and Performance

As with all the recent flagship launches, the new Nubia Z50 will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. The chip was announced last month and brings a number of substantial upgrades over last year’s 8 Gen 1. It is built on a new and improved 4nm process (TSMC) and introduces an experimental 1+4+3 architecture with a Cortex-X3-based Prime core, Cortex-A715 and Cortex-A710 performance cores, and Cortex-A510 efficiency cores.

All the visual renderings for games are handled by the new Immortalis GPU-based Adreno A70, which is 25% faster, 45% more power efficient, and brings hardware-accelerated ray tracing.

Nubia has paired the chip with a dedicated AI-powered chip to help lengthen the battery endurance and the life of the 5,000mAh battery itself. It doesn’t bring any improvement on the charging aspect since it has the same 80W support as its predecessor.

Super Stable Frame 3.0 

For a smoother gaming experience, Nubia has included the latest version of Super Stable frame technology which promises twice the frame rates. It also consumes 15% less power. Users can choose between 3 different performance modes, 4 GPU optimization options, and 5 display settings.

Nubia Z50 Series gaming

Software Experience

Nubia Z50 is the first phone to ship with the new MyOS 13 custom skin. It is based on Android 13, and Nubia has promised 30% smoother than last year. Likewise, the company has also assured that the software has zero advertising. Another addition to the UI is eight dynamic wallpapers, each based on a planet in our solar system.

Camera

Even when packed with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and a smart battery management chip, the main highlight of the Z50 is not the performance, nor is it the performance. First confirmed by the official teaser video, Nubia is banking on the camera capability of the Z50 for its success.

The phone has debuted a new custom camera module with a 35mm equivalent focal length, which the company says takes in light equivalent to over a 1-inch sensor size. Nubia has also integrated a new Beauty mode that retains as maximum detail possible while also maintaining a natural skin tone.

Nubia Z50 Series Camera Setup

Accompanying the primary camera is a 50MP ultrawide sensor which also doubles as a macro camera. There is a third ring to the side of the dual-camera setup which houses a multi-channel sensor and a quad-ring flash. This helps increase color accuracy by 35%.

Design and Display

As shown in the initial official renders, Nubia Z50 sports a curved display with a tiny punch-hole cutout. The premium-ness also extends to the bezels, which are minimal. By the way, it is a 6.67–inch AMOLED screen with 144Hz refresh rate, 10-bit color depth, 100% DCI-P3 coverage, and 100 nits of peak brightness.  

Over on the back, it has a two-tone scheme, as the portion around the camera module has a softer finish. It also has the Nubia branding. Nubia Z40 is available in three colors: Black, White, and Green. The first two, we believe, have glass backs, while the Green one has a leather-like texture which is said to improve the group while also withstanding damage against water and oil.

Nubia Z50 Design and Display

There are a total of three sensors arranged in a triangular shape on top of the rectangular camera module raised so slightly over the rear panel. One of the sensors also has a red accent around it.

Nubia Z50 Specifications:

  • Dimension: 162.9 × 72.9 × 8.46/8.71 mm,  197/199gm
  • Display: 6.67” AMOLED, 144Hz variable refresh rate, 10-bit color, 100% DCI-P3
  • Resolution: FHD+ (1080 x 2400) pixels
  • Rear Camera: Dual, 64MP Primary (OIS)+ 50MP ultra-wide
  • Front Camera: 16MP sensor (punch-hole)
  • Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm)
  • Memory: 8/12/16GB LPDDR5 RAM with 128/512GB/1TB UFS 4.0 storage
  • Software: Android 13 with MYOS 13
  • Battery: 5,000mAh, 80W wired fast charging
  • Sensors: Fingerprint (under-display), accelerometer, gyro, compass
  • Connectivity: WiFi 802.11.b/g/n/ac/ax, 5G, Bluetooth 5.2, USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C, GPS
  • Color: Black, Blue, Green

Nubia Z50 Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of the Nubia Z50 starts at CNY 2,999 for the base 8/128GB variant. It is already up for pre-order in China. Nubia is not that active in Nepal, but if it ever brings the Z50 here, we expect the price to be at NPR 74,499.

Nubia Z50 Price in China (Official)  Price in Nepal (Availability) 
8/128GB  CNY 2,999  NPR 74,499
8/256GB  CNY 3,399  NPR 84,499
12/256GB  CNY 3,699  NPR 91,499
12/512GB  CNY 3,999  NPR 99,999
16GB/1TB  CNY 5,999  NPR 148,999
12/512GB (Special Edition) CNY 4,199  NPR 104,999

Nothing to debut a sub-brand with TWS earbuds as initial release

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Only a couple of months into the business, Nothing may already launch a new sub-brand called “Particles by XO”, as hinted by a media report. The first product from this sub-brand, rumored to be a pair of TWS earbuds, has reportedly been spotted online. More on Nothing’s sub-brand “Particles by XO” in this article. 

[Update: Nothing introduces CMF sub-brand for affordable products with same design philosophy]

“Particles by XO” Rumors:

Tipster Kuba Wojciechowski has exclusively informed 91Mobiles about Nothing’s new sub-brand. However, it is unclear whether “Particles by XO” is the actual name. Or if the “Particles” is a lineup and “XO” is the sub-brand.

Regardless, the first leaked image of the TWS earbuds gives a good idea of the design. Unlike standard TWS or Nothing’s transparent earbuds, these new earbuds will have a unique shape like a peanut with an L-shaped form factor. Likewise, the charging case also looks fairly simple, without any transparent themes. 

On the other hand, “Particles by XO” is rumored to be a US-only brand. Since reports suggest that the name has only been trademarked in the United States.

Furthermore, 91mobiles has also revealed some key details about the earbuds. B154 is the codename for it. And, the firmware from Nothing’s serve reveals that the TWS earphones will include high-end features such as the LHDC codec and Active Noise Cancellation (ANC). So these will be premium earbuds.

“Particles by XO” Launch and Availability

For the time being, there’s no word from the company about the new sub-brand or its products. We will refresh the article as soon as there is a new update.

  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Nothing phone (1).

Alienware m15 R6 (2021) Price in Nepal [Updated]

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Let’s take a look at the key features of the Dell Alienware m15 R6 along with its latest price and availability in Nepal.

Dell Alienware m15 R6 Overview:

Design and Display

The chassis of the Dell Alienware m15 R6 is based on the brand’s Legend Industrial Design. Its surface has a special coating that reduces stains without changing the color of the chassis. The only color option available is called Dark Side of the Moon. Depending upon configurations, the Alienware m15 R6 weighs between 2.42 and 2.69 kg.

Dell Alienwae m15 R6 Design and Display

Coming to the display, you get a 15.6-inch panel with Dell’s ComfortView technology. Buyers can choose between 165/360Hz FHD and 240Hz QHD panels. The former boasts a brightness of 300 nits and a 100% sRGB color gamut. Similarly, the QHD panel is brighter at 400 nits and has 100% DCI-P3 coverage. It also supports NVIDIA G-Sync and Advanced Optimus, both of which are optional on the FHD model.

Performance and Memory

There are four processors to choose from starting with the hexa-core Intel Core i5-11400H all the way to up to Core i9-11900H. The Core i7-11800H forms the middle ground between the two. It’s quite odd that Dell didn’t go for the higher performance Core i9-11900HK which is available with the XPS 17 9710.

Moving on, you can configure the m15 R6 with up to RTX 3080 GPU (115W). Aside from the RTX 3050 Ti (80W), every mobile GPU supports Dynamic Boost by up to 10W. Dell Alienware m15 R6 comes with up to 32GB of DDR4 RAM. Similarly, it supports up to 2TB and 4TB SSD storage in single and dual-drive configurations, respectively.

Keyboard and Trackpad

Coming to the input, the standard model comes with the 4-zone AlienFX RGB keyboard with 1.7m key travel and anti-ghosting technology. However, users can also go with the more advanced Cherry Mx ultra-low-profile mechanical keyboard that offers key travel of 1.8mm. It also supports N-key rollover and per-key AlienFX lighting. The multi-touch gesture touchpad comes with integrated left/right keys.

Dell Alienwae m15 R6 Keyboard and Touchpad

Rest of the specs

For I/O, you get one USB 3.2 Gen 2 port with Power Delivery. It also features Thunderbolt 4 on configurations with RTX 3060 GPU and higher. In addition, the laptop has three USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, one HDMI 2.1, one audio jack, and an Ethernet jack. Alienware m15 R6 has Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 for wireless connectivity.

Fueling the whole setup is an 86 Whr Lithium-Ion battery. It is backed by Alienware Battery Defender technology. You get a 240W power adapter with the laptop.

Dell Alienware m15 R6 Specifications: 

  • Design and Build: Alienware Legend Industrial Design
  • Weight: 2.42 – 2.69 kg
  • Display: 15.6″ FHD/QHD panel with ComfortView Plus, 165Hz/240Hz/360Hz refresh rate, 300/400 nits
  • Keyboard: 4-zone AlienFX RGB / Cherry MX ultra low-profile mechanical
  • Processor: Intel Core i5-11400H / i7-11800H / i9-11900H
  • RAM: 8 to 32GB of DDR4 (dual-channel, 3200MHz)
  • Graphics: Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080
  • Battery: 86 Watt-hours
  • Storage: Up to 4TB in dual-drive configuration
  • Webcam: HD 720p Webcam
  • Security: Windows Hello (Optional)
  • Connectivity: Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 (2 x 2), Bluetooth 5.2, Killer E2600 Ethernet (1Gbps)
  • Ports: 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A with PowerDelivery (Thunderbolt 4 optional),3x USB Gen 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1X HDMI 2.0, 1x RJ45, 1x audio jack
  • AC adapter: 240W AC adapter

Dell Alienware m15 R6 Price in Nepal & Availability

The price of the Dell Alienware m15 R6 (2021) in Nepal is Rs. 340,000 for the Core i7-11800H variant with RTX 3070 Super, 32GB RAM, and 1TB SSD. You can buy the m15 R6 along with other Dell Alienware gaming laptops from Hukut Store in Nepal.

Dell Alienware m15 R6 Price in Nepal Availability
15.6″ QHD 240Hz, Intel i7-11800H, RTX 3070, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD Rs. 360,000 340,000 Hukut Store
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Alienware m15 R3.

Redmi 10A Price in Nepal [Updated]

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Here, you will find the latest price and availability of the Redmi 10A in Nepal, along with the detailed specs sheet and features.

Redmi 10A Overview:

Note that Xiaomi Nepal has brought the global variant of the Redmi 10A to Nepal, which is pretty different from the phone’s Indian SKU. While the global variant packs a 13MP dual camera setup, the Redmi 10A available in India comes with a single 13MP camera.

Design, Display

Redmi 10A offers a 6.53-inch IPS LCD display with an HD+ (1600 x 720 pixels) resolution. The display is similar to its predecessor and features the same tear-drop notch.

Redmi 10A - Design, Display

However, Xiaomi has switched up the rear camera module to a large square encompassing the fingerprint sensor. The phone has 3 colors to choose from: Charcoal Black, Sea Blue, and Slate Grey.

Camera

For photography, there is a 13MP primary camera supported by a 2MP depth sensor on the back. Over on the front, Xiaomi has included a 5MP selfie shooter. Yet again, the camera setup is similar to Redmi 9A.

Performance

The device is powered by a MediaTek MT6762G aka, Helio G25, which is the same as Redmi 9A. Over on the memory front, it has up to 4GB of RAM and either 32, 64, or 128GB of storage. 

Redmi 10A - Helio G25

Furthermore, the Redmi 10A boots on MIUI 12.5 based on Android 11. In the Geekbench test, it scored 791 and 3630 points in single-core and in multi-core tests, respectively.

Rest of the specs

Redmi 10A is equipped with a 5,000mAh battery. It supports 10W fast charging via the power brick included in the box.

Besides that, the phone also includes a fingerprint sensor which was absent in 9A. It is a 4G handset with support for single-band 2.4GHz Wi-Fi networks.

Redmi 10A Specifications:

  • Body: 164.9 x 77.1 x 9mm, 194 gm
  • Display: 6.53-inch LCD, 60Hz
  • Resolution: HD+ (720 x 1600 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio
  • Chipset: MediaTek MT6762G Helio G25 (12nm Mobile Platform)
  • Memory: 2/3/4GB RAM, 32/64/128GB storage (expandable)
  • Software & UI: MIUI 12.5 on top of Android 11
  • Rear Camera: Dual (13MP f/2.2 primary, 2MP f/2.4 depth)
  • Front Camera: 5MP (tear-drop notch)
  • Security: Rear fingerprint sensor, Face unlock
  • Audio: 3.5mm headphone jack, mono speaker
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi (2.4GHz), Bluetooth 5.0
  • Battery: 5,000mAh with 10W charging via micro-USB

Redmi 10A Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of the Redmi 10A in Nepal starts at Rs. 13,999 for the base 3/32GB variant while the 3/64GB model costs Rs. 15,999. Likewise, the newly-launched 4/128GB configuration goes for Rs. 17,999. You can buy Redmi 10A in Nepal from Xiaomi-authorized stores like Hukut.

Redmi 10A Price in Nepal (Official)
2/32GB Rs. 13,999
3/64GB Rs. 15,999
4/128GB Rs. 17,999

  • Check out our review of the Redmi 10A.

Redmi Note 12 Review: New Budget King!

In this review, I will go over my experience with the Redmi Note 12. So Xiaomi announced the Redmi Note 12 alongside the Note 12 Pro series a while ago in China. While I was really impressed with all the strides Xiaomi had made on the Pro models, I am always more excited about the budget-friendly option in the Note lineup. Because of the incredible value, they offer for the price.

Redmi Note 12 Specifications:

  • Body: 165.9 x 76.2 x 8mm, 188 grams, IP53 dust/water resistant
  • Display: 6.67″ Samsung AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate, 1200 nits
  • Resolution: FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio, 395 PPI
  • Chipset: Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 (6nm)
  • CPU: Octa-core (2×2.0 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
  • GPU: Adreno 619
  • Memory: Up to 8GB LPDDR4x RAM, Up to 256GB UFS 2.2
  • Software & UI: Android 12 with MIUI 13 on top
  • Rear Camera: Dual-camera;
    – 48MP primary
    – 2MP depth
  • Front Camera: 8MP
  • Audio: 3.5mm headphone jack, mono speaker
  • Security: Face-unlock, Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
  • Connectivity: Dual-SIM (Nano), WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS L1 / Glonass G1 / Beidou B1 / Galielo E1, USB Type-C, 5G
  • Sensors: Proximity, Compass, Accelerometer, Gyro, IR Blaster
  • Battery: 5000mAh with 33W charging
  • Colors: Black, White, Blue
  • Price in Nepal: N/A

Redmi Note 12 Review:

For me, the entry-level phones in the Redmi Note series are like a team that consistently qualifies for Champions League. I mean, just take the Redmi Note 10 and Note 11 from the past couple of years. Both of them were massive hits. So naturally, I had high hopes for the new Redmi Note 12 as well!

Redmi Note 12 - Design

And based on my experience with the phone, I can say that Redmi has once again managed to make it to the qualifying round, if not win the game altogether. Don’t just take our word for it—I’ll be sharing all the goods and the bads of the phone in this review.

But first, let’s talk about the pricing. I ordered Redmi Note 12 from China, by the way. And it cost me around USD 200 for the 6/128GB variant. But you will not have to do all this hustle since Xiaomi is officially launching the Note 12 series globally on January 2023. Anyway, for the price, there’s a lot to love about this phone.

Design

  • 165.9 x 76.2 x 8mm, 188 grams
  • Glass front, Plastic back, Plastic frames
  • IP53 rating

First things first, I really like how minimal and clean it looks. I have the white color variant here with me which has a silver finish on the frames. And I think it looks quite attractive. Plus, the back panel has a matte finish to it as well, so you don’t have to worry about getting fingerprints or smudges on it easily.

One thing you must have noticed by now is that Note 12 looks incredibly similar to its expensive Pro sibling. So since I already loved the design of the 12 Pro+, I feel the same way about this guy as well.

Redmi Note 12 vs Note 12 Pro+ Design
Note 12 (Left) | Note 12 Pro+ (Right)

But given that this is a budget phone, it is obvious to expect plastic back here. While a glass sandwich build would’ve been great, I think this actually works in the phone’s favor as it weighs only 188 grams and measures 8mm thick. And you know how much I like slim and lightweight phones, right?

By the way, it also enjoys an official IP53 rating which means that splashes of water won’t be hurting the phone all that much. And how can I miss the IR blaster and the 3.5mm headphone jack that Xiaomi still doesn’t forget in its phones?

Display

  • 6.67″ Samsung AMOLED, FHD
  • 120Hz refresh rate
  • 1200nits brightness

Design-aside, the Redmi Note 12 brings some quality-of-life improvements on the display side of things as well. For instance, compared to the 90Hz screen on last year’s Note 11, it has a higher 120Hz refresh rate instead. As a result, I’ve been really enjoying that extra smoothness when scrolling through all sorts of apps and UI/UX here. Xiaomi has also upped the peak brightness to 1200 nits this time, so I’ve had no problems reading messages or watching movies when I’m outdoors on the Redmi Note 12 either.

Redmi Note 12 - Display

Now, this is an AMOLED screen—a Samsung-made AMOLED screen to be precise—so you know exactly what to expect here. Just pitch black contrast and good color saturation for a great display experience.

But something that I’ve noticed about the Note 12’s display (as well as the 12 Pro+) is that they don’t tend to boost the colors by default to make it look extra pleasing to the eyes. I actually like this kind of calibration, although you can always change that inside the display settings if things look a bit muted to you.

But what’s weird here is that our unit of the Redmi Note 12 misses out on Widevine L1 certification for high-res streaming. From what I can tell, this is a Chinese MIUI ROM thing and the global variant of the phone should carry Widevine L1 verification.

Audio

  • Mono speaker
  • 3.5mm headphone jack

Redmi Note 12 - Ports

While I’m quite fond of this display, the Redmi Note 12 has slightly disappointed me in terms of audio since it only has a single loudspeaker instead of a stereo setup. It gets loud enough just fine but coming from the stereo speaker setup on the Redmi Note 11, it’s certainly disappointing to see Xiaomi take an unnecessary step back.

Performance

  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 (6nm)
  • Up to 8GB LPDDR4x RAM, Up to 256GB UFS 2.2
  • Android 12-based MIUI 13

On a positive note, possibly the most notable upgrade I’ve found on Redmi Note 12 has to be on the performance front. It’s powered by the new Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 chip, which outclasses the Snapdragon 680 on the Redmi Note 11 by a big margin. You can tell the difference just by the real-life usage, and it’s also clearly evident in benchmark scores, as you can see!

Benchmark

Redmi Note 12 Redmi Note 11
AnTuTu v9 Total 372305 (56.84%) 237386
CPU 113131 94596
GPU 93317 41655
Memory 64022 50848
UX 101835 50287
Geekbench 5 CPU (Single Core) 627 (66.76%) 376
CPU (Multi-Core) 1803 (8.47%) 1662

So my usage of the phone has been plenty fluid so far. Apps open quick enough, and I haven’t faced any problems regarding memory management either. Likewise, the improved performance of the SoC also means that the Note 12 is capable of handling light to medium games pretty easily.

For instance, Apex Legends runs at its full potential in Normal graphics and Very High settings where the gameplay is extremely stable. Whereas, in the case of PUBG Mobile, the game maxes out at HD graphics and High frame rate where I found the gameplay to be a bit stuttery. So, for the best possible experience, I would recommend dialing it down to Smooth graphics and High frame rate.

Likewise, the thermal performance of the phone is fairly commendable too. Even with non-stop sessions of a few graphics-intensive games like PUBG Mobile or Apex Legends, I didn’t notice the phone getting that warm or anything. So to further check the sustained performance of the Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 chip, I also ran a CPU throttling test for up to 30 minutes, and the phone never throttled below 95% even in one instance. Great!

Furthermore, software-wise I feel like the Chinese version of MIUI has better fluidity and animations compared to the global MIUI ROM. It has been quite an experience, to be honest. On the other hand, there’s always… something with the global version that keeps it from being this reliable. So here’s to hoping that Xiaomi will change things around this time.

Cameras

  • Dual rear cameras
  • (48MP primary, 2MP depth)
  • 8MP selfie

Let’s talk about the cameras now. And sadly, Xiaomi has skipped the ultrawide sensor on the Redmi Note 12 and there are only two sensors this time around; a 48MP main sensor paired with a 2MP depth lens.

Normal Images

But thankfully, its main camera can actually take decent photos in ample lighting conditions. Part of this might be due to Snapdragon 4 Gen 1’s new ISP too. The photos turn out a bit contrasty overall and it does struggle with dynamic range sometimes, but the detail and sharpness levels are pretty good.

Nighttime Images

Likewise, nighttime images also look good with decent exposure, especially when you have Night mode turned on.

Portrait Images

The Redmi Note 12 does a pretty good job with the portraits as well. Unlike your typical budget phones from Xiaomi that mess up the subject’s skin tone to a weird reddish tint, the Note 12 tries to avoid that as much as possible.

Selfie Images

But the photos from its 8MP selfie camera are not the greatest. They’re not that sharp and people’s skin tone also looks somewhat pinkish.

Videos

Getting to the videos, the phone can only record 1080p 30fps videos from both the front and back. And, yes the stabilization isn’t that great here, but the rear camera can shoot decent videos with balanced colors overall.

Battery

  • 5000mAh battery
  • 33W fast charging

Redmi Note 12 - Battery

Finally, the battery life on the Redmi Note 12 has been superb. Even with heavy usage consisting of hours of gaming, photo/video shooting, and casual web browsing all through the review period, I managed to net out around 8 hours of screen on time on Note 12. And for charging, you get a 33W adapter inside the box which takes around 1 hour to fully juice up the cell.

Redmi Note 12 Review: Conclusion

So wrapping up this review, I feel like the Redmi Note 12 is a pretty great budget phone—one that will be a strong contender against other budget phones to come out in 2023. Obviously, there are areas where Xiaomi has made some sacrifices, such as the lack of an ultrawide sensor and stereo speakers.

But budget phones always make compromises in one way or the other. And thankfully, the compromise is not on aspects like performance which would have ruined the overall smartphone experience. So if you can look past all this, I think the Redmi Note 12 still offers great value.

Redmi Note 12 Review: Pros and Cons

Pros:

  • Slim and lightweight design
  • 120Hz AMOLED screen
  • Reliable performance
  • Decent primary camera
  • Exceptional battery life

Cons:

  • Mono speaker
  • No ultrawide sensor

Realme 10s goes official with Dimensity 810, 50MP camera

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Realme initially launched this latest 10 series last month, which is finally going global. On the other hand, the company is adding new members to the series. Realme 10s went official in China, and here we will discuss the specs, features, expected price, and availability in Nepal.

Realme 10s Overview:

While Realme 10s is the latest phone in the company’s portfolio, the specs it offers are not entirely new. Realme has based it on the 9i 5G, which is also available in Nepal, with a few changes here and there.

Design and Design

To start with, Realme 10s has an uncanny visual resemblance to the 9i 5G. It has the same boxy design with a textured CD-inspired finish on the back. The frames of the 9i 5G are completely flat, and the corners are the only part of the phone that still retains a little bit of curve. The phone is 8.1mm thick and weighs around 191 grams. Users can choose between two available color options: Streamer Blue and Crystal Black.

On the front, Realme 10s has a 6.6-inch LCD screen with a 2408 x 1080 pixels resolution. The resultant pixel density is 401 PPI. The screen refreshes 60 times per second and boasts touch sampling rate of 180Hz. It has 400 nits of typical brightness and a waterdrop notch.

Realme 10S Design and Display

Camera

The notch is also home to the 8MP selfie camera. Realme 10s has two more sensors on the back. The first is a 50MP sensor which acts as the primary camera. Accompanying it is a 2MP depth sensor for portrait shots. The phone has no dedicated camera module, and the sensors stick out of the rear panel in what Realme calls the dual-ring design.

Performance and Memory

Under the hood, Realme 10s packs the Dimensity 810 5G. Based on a 6nm process, the chip packs two Cortex-A76 performance (@2.4GHz) and 6x Cortex-A55 (@2GHz). It is what handles all the processing going on the 10s. The chip is a slightly overclocked version of the Dimensity 700 on the vanilla Realme 10 5G but offers nothing new compared to the 9i 5G.

Realme has paired the chip with 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM, and users can choose between 128GB and 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage. You can add an additional 6GB of RAM using the virtual RAM feature. There is even a dedicated microSD card slot for storage expansion.

Rest of the specs

Fueling the Realme 10s is a 5,000mAh battery, and it supports 33W fast charging. Realme includes a compatible charger in the box that can take the phone from 0 to 50% in just 30 minutes. Since it uses an LCD panel, the fingerprint scanner is integrated into the power button on the side. On the audio front, you get a single speaker that you can adjust to 17 different levels up to 87 dB. Despite Realme announcing its latest custom skin, 10s is stuck on last year’s Realme UI 3.0 based on Android 12.

Realme 10s Battery

Realme 10s Specifications:

  • Display: 6.6-inch IPS LCD panel, 90Hz refresh rate, 180Hz touch sampling, 400 nits
  • Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 810 5G (6nm)
  • CPU: Octa-core (2× Cortex-A76 & 6x Cortex-A55)
  • GPU: Arm Mali-G57 MC2
  • Memory: Up to 8GB LPDDR4x RAM (6GB expandable RAM)
  • Storage: Up to 256GB UFS 2.2 storage (expandable)
  • Software & UI: Android 12 with Realme UI 3.0 on top
  • Rear Camera: Dual (with LED flash);
    – 50MP f/1.8 primary lens
    – 2MP Portrait lens
  • Front Camera: 8MP f/2.1 (notch)
  • Security: Side-mounted fingerprint scanner
  • Battery: 5000mAh with 33W Dart Charge
  • Color Options: Crystal Black, Streamer Blue

Realme 10s Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of Realme 10s in China starts at CNY 1,099 for the base 8/128GB variant. There is another memory variant with double the storage that costs CNY 1,299. If it launches in Nepal, we expect the price of the Realme 10s to start at NPR 27,999 in Nepal.

Realme 10s  Price in China (Official)  Price in Availability 
8/128GB CNY 1,099 NPR 27,999
8/256GB CNY 1,299 NPR 32,999
  • Meanwhile, check out our unboxing and early impressions of Realme 10 5G.

BenQ Projectors Price in Nepal [Updated]

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In this article, we will take a look at the latest price list of BenQ projectors that you can find in Nepal, along with the official specs, features, latest price, and availability.

BenQ Brand Overview:

Before we start listing projectors and talking specs, just take a moment to understand the brand itself and what it stands for. The term BenQ stands for Bringing Enjoyment ‘N’ Quality to LIFE. And that’s not it — even the LIFE in BenQ is an acronym itself. It is short for Lifestyle, Business, Healthcare, and Education which are the fields that the brand focuses on.

BenQ started out in 2001 in Taiwan and had rapid growth up to 2006. The brand then focused the next year on strategic development and started expanding the brand from 2007 to 2018. The company is popular among PC enthusiasts because of its wide range of professional monitors, digital projectors, LED lighting solutions, and mobile computing devices.

BenQ Projectors Price in Nepal

BenQ GV11:

BenQ GV11 Portable Projector

  • Dimensions: 4.5 x 6.0 x 5.5-inches
  • Weight: 0.97 kg
  • Native Resolutions: WVGA (854 x 480)
  • Display Size: 60 – 80 inches
  • Throw Distance: 5.7 – 7.5 feet / 1.7 – 2.3 meters
  • Throw Ratio: 1:3
  • Brightness: 200 lumens
  • Sound: 270° 5W
  • Platform: Android TV 10
  • Ports: HDMI 1.4b, USB-A
  • Battery: up to 160 minutes of video playback
  • Offer Price: Rs. 62,500

Ben MX560:

BenQ MX560

  • Dimensions: 296 x 120 x 221-mm
  • Weight: 2.3 kg
  • Native Resolutions: XGA (1024 x 768), 4:3 aspect ratio
  • Throw Ratio: 1.96 ~ 2.15
  • Zoom Ratio: 1.1x
  • Contrast Ratio: 20000: 1
  • Display Color: 30 bits
  • Brightness: 4000 lumens
  • Sound: 1x 10W
  • Ports: 2x HDMI 1.4b, 1xUSB-A, 1x RS-232, 1x USB Mini-B
  • Offer Price: Rs. 65,000

BenQ EX600

BenQ EX600 Projector

  • Dimensions: 296 x 120 x 232-mm
  • Weight: 2.5 kg
  • Native Resolutions: XGA (1024 x 768), 4:3 aspect ratio
  • Throw Ratio: 1.96 ~ 2.15
  • Zoom Ratio: 1.1x
  • Contrast Ratio: 20000: 1
  • Display Color: 30 bits
  • Brightness: 3600 lumens
  • Sound: 1x 2W
  • Ports: 1x HDMI 1.4a, 3xUSB-A, 1x RS-232, 1x USB Mini-B
  • Platform: Android 6.0
  • Offer Price: Rs. 100,000

BenQ MX631ST Short Throw Projector

BenQ MW631ST Short Throw Projector copy

  • Dimensions: 287.3 x 114.4 x 232.6-mm
  • Weight: 2.6 kg
  • Native Resolutions: XGA (1284 x 768), 4:3 aspect ratio
  • Throw Ratio: 0.9 ~ 1.08
  • Zoom Ratio: 1.2x
  • Contrast Ratio: 13,000: 1
  • Display Color: 30 bits
  • Brightness: 3200 lumens
  • Sound: 1x 10W
  • Ports: 2x HDMI, 1x USB-A, 1x USB Mini-B
  • Offer Price: Rs. 104,000

BenQ MW632ST Short Throw Projector

BenQ MW632ST Short Throw Projector

  • Dimensions: 287.3 x 114.4 x 232.6-mm
  • Weight: 2.6 kg
  • Native Resolutions: WXGA (1280 x 800), 16:10 aspect ratio
  • Throw Ratio: 0.72 ~ 0.87
  • Zoom Ratio: 1.2x
  • Contrast Ratio: 13,000: 1
  • Display Color: 30 bits
  • Brightness: 3200 lumens
  • Sound: 1x 10W
  • Ports: 2x HDMI, 1x USB-A, 1x USB Mini-B
  • Offer Price: Rs. 109,000

BenQ Full HD MH550

BenQ MH550 Projector

  • Dimensions: 296 x 120 x 221-mm
  • Weight: 2.3 kg
  • Native Resolutions: FHD (1920 x 1080), 16:9 aspect ratio
  • Throw Ratio: 1.49 ~ 1.64
  • Zoom Ratio: 1.1x
  • Contrast Ratio: 20,000: 1
  • Display Color: 30 bits
  • Brightness: 3500 lumens
  • Sound: 1x 2W
  • Ports: 2x HDMI, 1x PC, 1x RS-232, 1x USB Mini-B
  • Offer Price: Rs. 107,000

BenQ Full HD EH600

BenQ FHD EH600

  • Dimensions: 296 x 120 x 232-mm
  • Weight: 2.5 kg
  • Native Resolutions: FHD (1920 x 1080), 16:9 aspect ratio
  • Throw Ratio: 1.49 ~ 1.64
  • Zoom Ratio: 1.1x
  • Contrast Ratio: 10,000: 1
  • Display Color: 30 bits
  • Brightness: 3500 lumens
  • Sound: 1x 2W
  • Ports: 1x HDMI 1.4a, 3xUSB-A, 1x RS-232, 1x USB Mini-B
  • Platform: Android 6.0
  • Offer Price: Rs. 151,000

BenQ Full HD MH73

BenQ Full HD MH73 Projector

  • Dimensions: 296 x 120 x 221-mm
  • Weight: 2.5 kg
  • Native Resolutions: FHD (1920 x 1080), 16:9 aspect ratio
  • Throw Ratio: 1.15 ~ 1.5
  • Zoom Ratio: 1.3x
  • Contrast Ratio: 16,000: 1
  • Display Color: 30 bits
  • Brightness: 4000 lumens
  • Sound: 1x 10W
  • Ports: 2x HDMI, 2x USB-A, 1x RS-232, 1x USB Mini-B
  • Offer Price: Rs. 166,000

BenQ TK700STi Short throw 4K Gaming Projector

BenQ TK700STi 4K UHD Gaming Projector

  • Dimensions: 312 x 110 x 246-mm
  • Weight: 3.1 kg
  • Native Resolutions: 4K UHD (3840 x 2160), 16:9 aspect ratio
  • Throw Ratio: 0.9 ~ 1.08
  • Zoom Ratio: 1.2x
  • Contrast Ratio: 10,000: 1
  • Display Color: 30 bits
  • Brightness: 3000 lumens
  • Platform: Andorid 10
  • Sound: 1x 5W
  • Ports: 2x HDMI, 1x USB-A, 1x RS-232
  • Offer Price: Rs. 210,000

BenQ Projectors Price in Nepal 2022 [Summary]

BenQ Projectors Price in Nepal  Price in Nepal 
1 BenQ GV11 Portable Rs. 62,500
2 BenQ MX560 XGA Business Rs. 65,000
3 BenQ EX600 Wireless Smart Projector Rs. 100,000
4 BenQ MX631ST Short Throw Rs. 104,000
5 BenQ MX632ST Short Throw Rs. 109,000
6 BenQ FHD MH550 Rs. 107,000
7 BenQ FHD EH600 Wireless Smart Projector Rs. 151,000
8 BenQ FHD MH733 Rs. 166,000
9 BenQ TK700STi 4K UHD Gaming Rs. 210,000

Motorola Moto X40 launched with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 165Hz AMOLED

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After a few weeks of teasers, Motorola has just launched its latest flagship smartphone. The new Moto X40 brings the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip and 165Hz AMOLED panel, among other high-end specifications. In this article, we will discuss the Motorola Moto X40 in more detail, including its expected price and availability in Nepal.

Motorola Moto X40 Overview:

Performance and Memory

Motorola Moto X40 comes with the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip. In fact, it’s the first Motorola phone to feature Qualcomm’s latest flagship chipset. Talking about the chip, it boasts a 35% faster and a 25% faster CPU, while also being 40% and 45% more power efficient than the last gen. Motorola has paired the chip with up to 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage. The phone has an 11-layer 3D heat dissipation system with a cooling surface of 24868.28 sq.mm.

Fueling the Moto X40 is a 4,600mAh battery that supports 125W TurboPower fast charging. This lets the phone go from 0 to 50% in just 7 minutes. In addition, it has support for 15W wireless and 15W reverse charging.

iQOO 11 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip

To make the most out of the 4,600mAh battery, Motorola has implemented the self-developed MAXE engine, which dynamically adjusts the power for the highest performance and best performance based on 7 different scenarios.

Cameras

The camera hardware on the Motorola Moto X40 is impressive too. Motorola was the first brand to launch a 200MP smartphone, but it has not gone beyond the 50MP mark on the latest flagship. The X40 bears not one but two 50MP sensors.

Motorola Moto X40 Camera Module

The first one acts as the primary camera. It has a 1/1.55” sensing area and is equipped with Optical Image Stabilization for extra stabilization. The second 50MP takes the role of both ultrawide and macro cameras. It has a 117° wide Field of View and can take pictures from as close as 2.5cm from the object. Finally, the third camera is a 12MP IMX663 telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom.

Design and Display

Over on the front, Motorola Moto X40 sports a 6.67-inch AMOLED screen with FHD+ resolution and 10-bit color depth. It refreshes at 165Hz, and Motorola has optimized a few games to run at the said refresh rate. The phone also has a 28nm display driver that increases the power efficiency of the screen by 11.2%. That aside, Moto X40 also has certifications from HDR10+ and SGS for HDR and blue-light filter, respectively.

Motorola Moto X40 Design and Display

Both the front and back of the Moto Edge X40 have Corning’s Gorilla Glass Victus, with an aviation-grade aluminum grade keeping them together. The back panel even has an AG 2.0 matter finish on top for fingerprint resistance. Motorola also seems proud of the X40’s design has 12 curves and 0 right angles. The phone has IP68 dust and water resistance and comes in two colors: Smoky Black and Tourmaline Blue.

Motorola Moto X40 Specifications:

  • Display: 6.67-inch FHD+ OLED, 165Hz refresh rate, 10-bit color depth, DC dimming, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm)
  • Memory: up to 12GB LPDDR5, 512GB UFS 4.0 storage
  • Software & UI: Android 13 with MYUI 5.0 on top
  • Rear Camera: Triple
    – 50MP primary, OIS
    – 50MP ultrawide, 117° FoV
    – 13MP telephoto, 2x optical zoom
  • Front Camera: 60MP sensor (punch-hole cutout)
  • Audio: Stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos
  • Security: In-display fingerprint sensor
  • Battery: 4600mAh, 125W wired charging, 15W wireless charging

Moto X40 Price in Nepal and Availability (Expected)

Motorola Moto X4 is already up for pre-order in China, where it starts at CNY 3,999 for the base 8/128GB variant and goes up to CNY 4,299 for the 12GB variant. If it launches in Nepal, we expect the price of the Motorola Moto X40 to start at NPR 84,499.

Motorola Moto X40  Price in China (Official)  Price in Nepal (Availability) 
8/128GB CNY 3,399 NPR 84,499
8/256GB CNY 3,699 NPR 90,999
12/256GB CNY 3,999 NPR 98,999
12/512GB CNY 4,299 NPR 106,999
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Moto X40.