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iQOO 11 Pro official with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 200W fast charging

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iQOO 11 Pro official with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 200W fast charging

Vivo’s sub-brand, iQOO, has just announced its latest flagship smartphone in China. The new iQOO 11 Pro packs the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, among other high-end hardware. In this article, we will discuss the specs, features, expected price, and availability of the iQOO 11 Pro in Nepal.

iQOO 11 Pro Overview:

Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip

As expected, iQOO 11 Pro is powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. The chip went official at the recent Qualcomm’s annual Snapdragon Summit and is based on TSMC’s new 4nm architecture.

It brings a new 1+4+3 CPU core structure with the Cortex X3 leading the line. Accompanying it are four Performance cores (2.8GHz) and three Efficiency cores (@2.0GHz). Likewise, the new Adreno 740 GPU on Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 is the first in the lineup to offer hardware-accelerated ray tracing.

iQOO 11 Pro Internals

The chip has been paired with up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 512GB of UFS 4.0 internal storage.

Vivo V2 ISP

In addition to Qualcomm’s flagship chip, iQOO 11 Pro rocks the latest V2 ISP engine from its parent company. Vivo unveiled the new NPU last month, and it first debuted on the Vivo X90 series.

Vivo V2 follows up the maiden V1 and the V1+ chip that came after it. It brings a dedicated SRAM which Vivo says reduces power consumption by 200% compared to traditional external DDR memory design.

Vivo V2 ISP

Camera Setup

The new ISP enhances the imaging capability of iQOO 11 Pro’s triple camera setup that is housed inside the rectangular bump. iQOO has joined hands with Sony in developing the new custom VCS IMX866. It is being used as the primary camera on the 11 Pro. iQOO is hyping the new Bionic spectrum technology which it claims unlocks more vivid closer-to-life colors, 4K Super Night videos, and Zero-Shutter-Lag Motion Snapshot.

iQOO 11 Pro Camera Setup

There is another 50MP sensor which is paired with a 150-degree ultrawide lens. It even doubles as a macro camera. Finally, we have a 2x telephoto lens with 50mm focal length for portraits.

Design and Display

Over on the front, iQOO 11 Pro sports a 6.78-inch curved E6 AMOLED screen. It boasts a QHD resolution as well as LTPO 4.0-facilitated 144Hz refresh rate. The screen has a peak brightness of 1800 nits and 1400Hz high-frequency PWM dimming to nullify flickers. You can even enjoy HDR content on the phone, courtesy of the HDR10+ certification.

The new V2 chip has a job here as well working as an independent graphics chip. As per iQOO, the chip boosts fps and reduces power consumption, while also enhancing other visual elements of the games.

iQOO 11 Pro Legendary Edition

iQOO is continuing its partnership with BMW with the 11 series as well. The iQOO Pro is available in a Legendary Edition with tri-color stripes on the back. New to this year is an Isle of Man Special Edition. The phone is also available in a matte black “Track” color option.

200W Ultra Flash Charging

While last year’s iQOO 10 Pro capped at 120W charging, the company has improved it significantly up to 200W on its successor. For this ultra-fast charging, iQOO has adopted a 10C battery of 4,700mAh battery composed of two distinct cells. Moreover, iQOO has implemented a 3-pump charging scheme. The phone ships with a compatible GaN charger as well as a 1.5m charging cable.

iQOO 11 Pro Specifications:

  • Dimensions: 164.76×75.30×8.89/9.10mm; 210.5/213g
  • Display: 6.78-inch curved E6 AMOLED, 144Hz, 10-bit, 1300 nits, HDR 10+, 2160Hz high-frequency dimming
  • Resolution: 2K (3200 x 1440 pixels)
  • Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm)
  • Memory: up to 16GBGB LPDDR5X RAM with 256GB/512GB UFS 4.0 storage
  • OS: Android 13-based OriginOS 3.0
  • Rear Camera: Triple;
    – 50MP VCS IMX866, OIS
    – 50MP ultrawide lensMP ultra-wide
    – 13MP telephoto portrait, 2x
  • Front Camera: 16MP (punch-hole)
  • Biometrics: In-display fingerprint sensor
  • Battery:  4700mAh, 200W wired, 10W reverse, 50W wireless charging
  • Audio: Stereo Speakers
  • Colors: Track, Legendary Edition, Isle of Man Edition

iQOO 11 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability (Expected)

The price of the new iQOO 11 Pro starts at CNY 4,999 for the base 8/256GB and goes all the way up to CNY 5,999 for the high-end 16/512GB variant. It is set to be available for pre-order from December 21. Likewise, iQOO will also be launching this phone outside of China in regions like India. If it launches in Nepal, we expect the price of iQOO 11 Pro to start at NPR 124,999. 

 iQOO 11 Pro  Price in China (Official) Price in Nepal (Expected) 
 8/256GB  CNY 4,999  NPR 124,999
 12/256GB  CNY 5,499  NPR 134,999
 16/512GB  CNY 5,999  NPR 144,999
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the iQOO 9.

Tecno Phantom X2 Pro goes official with world’s first “retractable” portrait camera

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Tecno Phantom X2 Pro goes official with world’s first “retractable” portrait camera

Tecno has just introduced a new smartphone under its premium Phantom sub-brand. Called the Phantom X2 Pro, it is the world’s first smartphone to feature a retractable portrait lens. Let’s take a look at what Tecno has to offer with the Phantom X2 Pro, as well as its expected price in Nepal.

Tecno Phantom X2 Pro Overview:

Design, Display

The Tecno Phantom X2 Pro sports a unique design for a smartphone. Especially, its centrally located large camera module on the back looks extra-ordinary. It even has a decorative ring around one of its cameras. So it’s easily distinguishable from the sea of similar-looking smartphones. 

Furthermore, the X2 Pro is available in an Eco-Friendly Edition with a microfiber back cover made from recycled ocean materials. According to Tecno, ocean waste was first transformed into microfibers through a complex and multi-stage process. 

It is then woven to create a strong, long-lasting material for the back panel. All this tech is packed in the Mars Orange color variant. Whereas, there is a Stardust Grey variant with a glass back.

Up front, you’re looking at a 6.8-inch Full HD+ curved AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and Gorilla Glass Victus Protection. This is a 10-bit panel that covers 100% DCI-P3 color gamut. Likewise, the bezels on the top and bottom are quite minimal as well.

Performance

In charge of things inside the chassis is a MediaTek Dimensity 9000 SoC. This is a big lead from the original Phantom X which was equipped with a mid-range Helio G95 processor. 

Based on TSMC’s 4nm SoC, the SoC has a high-performance Cortex-X2 (3.05 GHz) core, three Cortex-A710 (2.85 GHz) performance cores, and four Cortex-A510 (1.8 GHz) efficiency cores. 

Sure, Tecno could have gone with the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and Dimensity 9200 SoC. But the Dimensity 9000 is a capable chipset in its own right. Memory options are limited to 12GB LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB UFS 3.1 storage. It comes pre-installed with Android 12-based HiOS 12.

Cameras

Let’s now talk about the highlight of this guy, the cameras. It comes with a 50MP Samsung JN1 retractable portrait lens with support for 2.5x zoom. As a result, you can even use it as a telephoto lens. The reason behind the name “retractable” lens is that the phone has a mechanism that extends the camera lens outward when in use and retracts it afterward.

Tecno Phantom X2 Pro Camera

On the other hand, this portrait lens has a bright f/1.5 aperture, which is quite wide for a 65mm smartphone camera. This brings in two advantages.  First, it allows more light to reach the sensor. Second, its shallow depth of field produces natural bokeh for portrait shots.

The portrait lens is paired with a 50MP Samsung GNV primary camera with a 1/1.3″ ISOCELL 3.0 sensor. Although the large 1/1.3” unit helps to capture more light, Tecno has also used an RGBW sensor and a glass element on the camera to increase light intake.

The remaining lens is a 13MP Samsung 3L6 ultra-wide camera which can also take macro shots. A 32MP camera with an f/1.5 aperture is there for selfies.

Rest of the specs

Besides this, the smartphone features a big 5160mAh battery with support for 45W fast charging. Biometric options include an in-display fingerprint sensor. Likewise, you get all the major connectivity options such as 5G (SA/NSA), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 ax), Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, NFC, and USB Type-C.

Tecno Phantom X2 Pro Specifications:

  • Dimensions: 164.6 x 72.7 x 8.9mm
  • Display: 6.8-inch FHD+ AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
  • SoC: MediaTek Dimensity 9000 (4nm)
  • Memory: 12GB LPDDR5 RAM, 256GB UFS 3.1 storage
  • OS: Android 12 with HiOS 12
  • Cameras: Triple;
    – 50MP primary lens with 1/1.3″ Samsung GNV sensor, f/1.9
    – 50MP ISOCELL JN1 retractable sensor, f/1.5 (65mm telephoto, 2.5x optical zoom)
    – 13 MP ultrawide camera, f/2.2
  • Selfie: 32MP, f/2.5
  • Biometric: In-display fingerprint sensor
  • Audio: Stereo speakers
  • Connectivity: 5G (SA/NSA), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 ax), Bluetooth 5.3, GPS, NFC, USB Type-C
  • Battery: 5160mAh, 45W charging
  • Color: Mars Orange, Stardust Grey

Tecno Phantom X2 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

The Phantom X2 Pro is currently launched in Saudi Arabia for SAR 3,500 (~ USD 930) for the sole 12/256GB configuration. It will go on sale in the coming weeks. If and when the Tecno Phantom X2 Pro is released in Nepal, we expect it to cost around NPR 150,000.

Smartphone  Price in Saudi Arabia  Price in Nepal (Expected)
Tecno Phantom X2 Pro (12/256GB) SAR 3,500 NPR 150,000
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra.

Benco V90 with a massive 6.8″ display, 128GB storage launched in Nepal

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Benco V90 with a massive 6.8″ display, 128GB storage launched in Nepal

Benco has added yet another smartphone to its budget-friendly V series. The new Benco V90 brings a big display, AI cameras, and even virtual RAM support. It is now available in Nepal as well. So, let’s look at the specs, features, official price, and availability of the Benco V90 in Nepal.

Benco V90 Overview  

Design and Display 

Benco V90 is built around a massive 6.82” LCD screen with a waterdrop notch on the top. It is an HD+ screen with a 1640 x 720 pixels resolution. The phone finally brings the automatic brightness adjustment to Benco’s budget lineup.

You get a rectangular camera module at the back for the triple camera setup. You can also notice the physical fingerprint scanner. Benco V90 is available in three colors: Sky Blue, Wild Green, and Fog Grey.

Performance and Memory 

Powering the Benco V90 from underneath is the Unisoc SC9863A. It is an entry-level SoC based on a 28nm process which brings eight Cortex-A55 cores clocked at up to 1.6GHz. The chip is paired with 4GB RAM and users can choose between 64GB and 128GB storage.

Another neat addition to the new V90 is the virtual RAM support. With this, users can add up to 7GB of RAM using the internal storage for a smoother experience.

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Camera 

Leading the rear triple camera setup of the Benco V90 is a 16MP primary camera with a 1.4μm sensor and an f/1.7 aperture. The bigger pixel size improves low-light photography by allowing up to 60% more light than the last gen. Likewise, you also get an LED flash. There are two secondary cameras accompanying the 16MP shooter but Benco has not specified what they are for.

Over on the front, you get an 8MP AI selfie camera with 1.12μm pixel size and f/2.0 aperture.

Rest of the specs 

Benco V90 packs a 5,000mAh battery and ships with Android 12 out of the box. The phone has triple slots for dual sim and a microSD card.

Benco V90 Specifications:

  • Display: 6.82″ LCD display with HD resolution (1640×720 pixels)
  • Rear Camera: 16MP AI Triple camera
  • Front Camera: 8MP sensor (teardrop notch)
  • Processor: Unisoc SC9863A (28nm)
  • CPU: 4x Cortex-A55 @1.6GHz + 4x Cortex-A55 @1.2GHz
  • Memory: 4GB RAM, 64/128GB storage (expandable)
  • Battery: 5000mAh cell, Type-C charging
  • Sensors: Fingerprint

Benco V90 Price in Nepal and Availability

The official price of Benco V90 in Nepal is Rs. 12,599 for the 4GB RAM and 64GB storage variant and Rs. 12,999 for the 4/128GB variant. You can buy Benco V90 in Nepal from authorized stores like Hukut.

Benco V90 Price in Nepal
4/64GB NPR 12,599
4/128GB NPR 12,999
  • Meanwhile, check out our unboxing of the Benco V62. [Nepali]

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 (2022) with 12th Gen CPU now in Nepal

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Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 (2022) with 12th Gen CPU now in Nepal

The ThinkPad L series laptops from Lenovo are marketed to business individuals looking for a cost-effective solution. And the new third-gen L14 is among the latest addition to the lineup. It has just landed in Nepal, and here we will discuss the specs, features, latest price, and availability of Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 in Nepal.

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 Overview:

Performance and Memory

The third-gen ThinkPad L14 is designed to be a slim business laptop that you can take anywhere without compromising on performance. For this, it comes with the latest 12th Gen Intel Core and Pentium CPUs. The model available in Nepal packs the Core i7-1255U, which is a deca-core processor with 2 performance and 8 efficiency cores.

Lenovo doesn’t offer an option for a discrete GPU, so you will have to do with the integrated Iris Xe. Likewise, the L14 Gen 3 has two SO-DIMM slots that you can fit with 64GB of DDR4 RAM in a dual-channel configuration. For storage, there is a single M.2 SSD slot, configurable with up to 1TB.

Design

Although Lenovo offers the ThinkPad L13 Gen 3 with an aluminum lid globally, it is not the case in Nepal. Here, everything is made of polycarbonate and ABS material, including the lid and the base. That said, the laptop has MIL-STD 810 military certification to vouch for its durability. Even the backlit keyboard that you get is spill-resistant. The chassis weighs around 1.4 kg and is available in a single Thunder Black color.

It is also often considered the “greenest” laptop in Lenovo’s portfolio since they are built for low power consumption using recycled materials.

Lenovo Thinkpad L14 Gen 3 Design and Display

Coming to the display, you get a 14” with varying resolutions, color coverages, and brightness levels. Still, you are more likely to find the base IPS model with FHD resolution, 250 nits of brightness, and 45% NTSC coverage. The screen has an anti-reflection layer and boasts a 170° viewing angle.

Battery and Connectivity

The battery on the ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 varies according to the configuration. The Core i7 variant that you get in Nepal features a 57Wh Li-Polymer pack with Rapid Charge support. With the feature enabled from the Vantage app, you can charge the laptop up to 80% in an hour using the 65W adapter provided in the box.

With its latest L14, Lenovo claims that you can work from almost anywhere. For this, it has included tons of connectivity features. For standards, it comes with a rich port selection, including 2x USB-A, 1x USB-C, 1x Thunderbolt 4, 1x HDMI, 1x ethernet, and a combined audio jack. Then there is Intel AX201 11 Wi-Fi 6 card and Bluetooth 5.1 for wireless connectivity.

Rest of the Specs

There are multiple security features embedded as well. Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 2 features a touch-style fingerprint reader on the power button. It’s a “Match-On-Chip” sensor that stores your biometric information separately from the host system, making it more secure than traditional match-on-host solutions. Furthermore, you get a Kensington slot, a physical privacy shutter, and an IR sensor for Windows Hello Face unlock.

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 Match on Chip Fingerprint scanner

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 (2022) Specifications:

  • Body: 325.4 x 217 x 19.83 mm, 1.39 kg (starting)
  • Display: 14-inches IPS, Antiglare, 45% NTSC, 250 Nits
  • Resolution: FHD (1920 x 1080)
  • Processor: 12th Gen Intel Core i7-1255U (10C/12T, up to 4.7GHz, 12MB cache)
  • RAM: Up to 64GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • Graphics: Intel Iris Xe (Integrated)
  • Storage: Up to 1TB M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 NVMe Opal 2 SSD
  • Keyboard: Backlit, Spill-resistant
  • Touchpad: Mylar Surface, 4.53 x 2.24 inches (115mm x 56mm)
  • Security: Fingerprint reader (Match-on-chip), Kensington Nano slot, IR camera
  • Battery: 57Wh, Rapid Charge, 65W power adapter
  • Connectivity: Intel AX201 Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1
  • Ports: 1x Thunderbolt 4 (DisplayPort 1.4, Power Delivery 3.0), 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery 3.0, Display Port 1.4), 2x USB-A Gen 1 (1x Always On), 1x SD card reader, 1x 3.5mm audio

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of the Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 (2022) in Nepal is Rs. 135,000 for the sole Intel Core i5-1235U variant with 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD. You can buy the third-gen ThinkPad L14 from Hukut and other computer stores across the country.

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 3 (2022)  Price in Nepal  Availability 
Core i5-1235U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD Rs. 135,000 Hukut 
Core i7-1255U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD Rs. 170,000 Out of Stock
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 (2022). 

Redmi Pad Price in Nepal [Updated]

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Redmi Pad Price in Nepal [Updated]

Xiaomi re-entered the tablet market with the mid-range Pad 5 last year. While we are yet to see its successor, the company announced a budget-centric Redmi Pad, which is now available in Nepal. So, let’s look at the specs, features, expected price, and availability of the Redmi Pad in Nepal.

Redmi Pad Overview:

Design and Display 

Redmi Pad is built around a 10.61-inch screen with a 2K resolution. Like most other tablets in this price range, the screen is based on LCD technology. It boasts a 10-bit color depth and typical brightness of 400 nits. Above all, the Redmi Pad has 90Hz refresh rate which is not something you see in a budget tablet.

Coming to the look, Redmi Pad sports a flat design with a 7.1cm thickness and 465 grams weight. The back is said to be metal and is available in three colors: Graphite Grey, Moonlight Silver, and Mint Green.

 

Performance and Memory 

Under the hood, Redmi Pad packs the new Helio G99 from MediaTek. This chip is based on the power-efficient 6nm process and features two Cortex-A76 (@2.2GHz) and six Cortex-A55 cores (@2.0GHz). The chip is paired with up to 6GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage. You can even expand the storage up to 1TB using an SD card.

Software 

On the software side, the Redmi Pad ships with Android 12 out of the box with MIUI for Pad on the top. This particular version of the MIUI comes with a dock and features like multi-windows, floating windows, and split-screen. Xiaomi is even promising 2 years of Android updates and 3 years of security patches on its latest budget Redmi tablet.

Rest of the specs 

Redmi Pad has two 8MP cameras – one on the back and the other at the front. The one on the front has a wider Field of View of 105-degree. It even supports FocusFrame which intelligently adjusts the frame to include all the subjects and their movements.

As for audio, Redmi Pad has a quad-speaker setup with Dolby Atmos. The tablet is fueled by an 8,000mAh battery which supports 18W charging. However, you get a 22.5W charger in the box.

Redmi Pad Rear Camera

 

Redmi Pad Specifications:

  • Body: 250.38 x 157.98 x 7.05mm, 445 gm, All-metal build
  • Display: 10.61-inches IPS LCD panel, 90Hz refresh rate, 400 nits brightness, 1 Billion colors
  • Resolution: 2K (1200 x 2000 pixels)
  • Chipset: MediaTek Helio G99 (6nm Mobile Platform)
  • Memory: 3/4/6GB LPDDR4X RAM, 128GB UFS 2.2 storage (fixed)
  • Software & UI: Android 12 with MIUI for Pad on top
  • Rear Camera: Single (8MP sensor, 105-degree FOV)
  • Front Camera: Single (8MP sensor)
  • Audio: Quad-speaker setup, Dolby Atmos
  • Security: No fingerprint sensor, Face unlock
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, Light, Magnetometer, Gyroscope, Color Temperature
  • Connectivity: WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (Dual-band), Bluetooth 5.3, USB Type-C
  • Battery: 8000mAh with 18W fast charging (22.5W adapter provided)
  • Color Options: Graphite Gray, Moonlight Silver, Mint Green
  • Price in Nepal: Rs. 34,999 (6/128GB)
  • What’s inside the box: Tablet, Power adapter, USB-A to USB-C cable, quick start guide, warranty card
  • Read our review of the Redmi Pad.

Redmi Pad Price in Nepal and Availability (Official) 

Xiaomi has launched the 6/128GB variant of the Redmi Pad for Rs. 34,999 in Nepal. You can buy one for yourself from authorized stores like Hukut.

Redmi Pad  Price in Nepal (Official)  Availability
6/128GB Rs. 34,999 Hukut
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Redmi Pad.

Nothing Ear (Stick) with a lipstick-like case launched in Nepal

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Nothing Ear (Stick) with a lipstick-like case launched in Nepal

Nothing officially announced the Ear (Stick), its second pair of TWS earbuds after the Ear (1) about a month ago. The announcement follows an official tease at Chet Lo’s SS23 London Fashion Week show. And now, it has made its way to Nepal as well. So, let’s take a look at the official specifications, features, availability, and price of the Nothing Ear (Stick) in Nepal.

Nothing Ear (Stick) Overview:

Design

Visually, the Ear (Stick) is completely different from Ear (1)’s slab design. It is now more cylindrical in shape, like lipstick. The new design is expected to be more pocketable. And since transparency has almost become synonymous with Nothing, it’s fairly obvious that the company has prioritized transparent design in the Ear (Stick) as well.

Nothing Ear (Stick) Design

The case twists open to reveal the earbuds, which are half-in-ear in design, similar to Apple Airpods 3. As a result of this design choice, the Ear (Stick) lacks support for Active Noise Cancellation (ANC). However, you do get Clear Voice Technology, which uses the three microphones on each earbud to make wind and crowd-proof calls.

Each bud weighs only 4.4 grams and is dust and water-resistant to IP54 standards. Similarly, you can use touch gestures to play, pause, and skip music, control volume, and activate voice assistant.

Sound and Connectivity

Nothing claims that the custom 12.6mm driver in the Ear (Stick) provides their most advanced audio experience yet. It produces authentic sound with minimal distortion and amplified fine details as a result of this. The company also asserts that the sound quality remains consistent across a wide range of frequency ranges.

Nothing Ear (Stick) Connectivity

Additionally, Ear (Stick) features Nothing’s Bass Lock technology, which recognizes bass loss as you wear the earbuds and adjusts the equalizer setting to the perfect level to deliver punchy depth.

For connectivity, the TWS buds support Google Fast Pair and Microsft Swift Pair. Nothing has also renamed the Ear (1) app to ‘Nothing X’ to reflect its growing product portfolio.

The app now includes a new equalizer setting to fine-tune the sound to your preferences. Likewise, it allows you to switch to low-latency, Bass mode, and other settings. But for phone (1) users it’s easier to access these settings since everything is baked into the Bluetooth settings.

Rest of the specs

Aside from that, the Nothing Ear (Stick) has a total battery life of 29 hours with the case. Each bud, on the other hand, has a 7-hour playback time. The TWS buds can also be fast-charged, with a 10-minute charge providing up to 90 minutes of listening time. However, unlike the Ear (1), the case does not support wireless charging here.

Nothing Ear (Stick) Specifications:

  • Driver: Custom 12.6mm audio driver
  • Diaphragm: PEN (Polyethylene Naphthalate) + PU (Polyurethane)
  • Connectivity: Wireless (Google Fast Pair, Microsft Swift Pair)
  • Audio codecs: AAC, SBC
  • Music time: 7 hours (buds) | 29 hours (with case)
  • IP rating: Yes, IP54 dust and water resistance
  • Noise-canceling: N/A
  • Color: White

Nothing Ear (Stick) Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of Nothing Ear (Stick) in Nepal is NPR 17,500. You can buy this pair of TWS earbuds from authorized stores like Hukut.

Earbuds Price in Nepal Availability
Nothing Ear (Stick) NPR 17,500 Hukut
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Nothing phone (1).

HiFuture FutureFit Ultra2 with Bluetooth calling now available in Nepal

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HiFuture FutureFit Ultra2 with Bluetooth calling now available in Nepal

TechStudio, the company behind brands like HiFuture, AQFiT, Remax, and more in Nepal, has launched yet another smartwatch. The new HiFuture FutureFit Ultra2 is a budget smartwatch with a modern design and a large display, whereas it also supports Bluetooth calling feature. In this post, we’ll be discussing the features, specifications, availability, and official price in Nepal of the HiFuture FutureFit Ultra2.

HiFuture FutureFit Ultra2 Overview:

This smartwatch draws a lot of inspiration from the Apple Watch Series. Its squarish case is made of aerospace-grade aluminum for greater durability. And it is also IP68 certified, so you don’t need to worry about dust or water damage here. You’ll find a button on the right frame that can take you to the homescreen or open up the app menu. HiFuture has used a silicon strap here, so it shouldn’t result in any sort of skin irritation issue either. The FutureFit Ultra2 is available in a couple of fun color options as well, including black, pink, and blue.

Large display

HiFuture FutureFit Ultra2 - Bluetooth Calling

Coming to the display, this smartwatch boasts a large 1.85″ TFT LCD screen. And thanks to such a big display, everything from navigating through the UI to dialing a number for a call should be quite easy here. Talking about phone calls, the FutureFit Ultra2 is loaded with a dialer app right in the watch; whereas you can also check the call history or saved contacts here.

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In terms of health monitoring, this smartwatch comes with HiFuture’s “Healthy Living Management” suite of features. This includes everything from all-day heart rate, to stress, and sleep monitoring. It can even track your blood oxygen saturation (SpO2) levels.

HiFuture FutureFit Ultra2 - Display

As for fitness tracking, the watch supports 24 workouts in total. When it comes to battery, the FutureFit Ultra2 packs a 300mAh cell inside. And according to HiFuture, you can expect 7 days of endurance with Bluetooth calling, smart notifications, and all the health tracking features turned on. On the other hand, its standby time is rated at 25 days.

HiFuture FutureFit Ultra2 Specifications:

  • Design: Aerospace-grade aluminum case, Silicon strap
  • Durability: IP68 dust/water resistance
  • Color Options: Black, Pink, Blue
  • Display: 1.85-inches TFT LCD, 240 x 280 pixels
  • Built-in GPS: No
  • Bluetooth Calling: Yes (built-in microphone, speaker)
  • Workout Modes: 24 sports modes
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.2 (Android 4.4 or later, iOS 8.0 or later)
  • Battery: 300mAh cell (Up to 7 days under typical usage, 25 days standby)
  • Companion App: Glory Fit (Android | iOS)

HiFuture FutureFit Ultra2 Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of the HiFuture FutureFit Ultra2 smartwatch in Nepal is NPR 8,999. You can buy it from authorized stores like Hukut. And buying it from authorized stores also gets you 1 year of warranty.

Smartwatch Price in Nepal Availability
HiFuture FutureFit Ultra2 NPR 8,999 Hukut
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the OnePlus Nord Watch

Here’s everything to know about the upcoming Moto X40 Pro

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Here’s everything to know about the upcoming Moto X40 Pro

Motorola is no stranger to the flagship smartphone category. Last year’s Moto Edge X30 (aka Edge 30 Pro) even managed to secure the “world’s first Snapdragon 8 Gen 1-powered phone” title. And now, we know what its successor will look like and most of the features it’ll come with. So in this post, we’ll be going through the rumored specs, expected price in Nepal, availability, and more of the upcoming Motorola Moto X40 Pro.

Motorola Moto X40 Pro Overview:

To note, this phone is expected to launch as Moto Edge 40 Pro in the global market, including the US and India. Whereas the Moto X40 Pro will debut a bit sooner in China. Most likely within this month.

Motorola Moto X40 Pro - Design 1

New camera housing

Anyway, the leaked renders (courtesy of OnLeaks and MySmartPrice) of the Moto X40 Pro point towards a slightly different design language for the camera island. The phone’s triple camera system is now housed inside a solitary squarish camera bump that also encloses the LED flash. Compared to how the Moto X30 Pro As for the camera setup itself, the phone will bring a 50MP primary, a 50MP ultrawide, and a 12MP telephoto lens.

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And just below the camera island lies the circular Motorola branding; although we’re not sure if it embeds a fingerprint reader as well. Most likely not. However, Motorola has confirmed that the phone will feature IP68 dust/water resistance. Coming to the front, the Moto X40 Pro is likely to bring a 6.67″ FHD OLED display with a 165Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ certification. This screen is curved on the sides while there’s a super tiny cutout up top for the selfie shooter (rumors point to a 60MP sensor).

Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip

Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC Architecture ISP Connectivity Photography Performance

In terms of performance, the phone will be treated with the all-new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip. Alongside up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. As for software, the Moto X40 Pro will boot on Motorola’s MyUX 4.0 based on Android 13. The phone will be fueled by a 5000mAh battery that supports 68W fast charging. Although some rumors say it will have 125W fast charging, just like its predecessor.

Moto X40 Pro Rumored Specifications:

  • Body: 161.3 x 73.9 x 8.6 mm, 194 gm, IP68 certified
  • Display: 6.67-inches curved OLED panel, 165Hz refresh rate, HDR10
  • Resolution: FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm Mobile Platform)
  • Memory: 8/12GB LPDDR5 RAM, 128/256/512GB storage
  • Software & UI: MyUX 4.0 based on Android 13
  • Rear Camera: 50MP primary, 50MP ultrawide, 12MP telephoto
  • Front Camera: 60MP sensor (hole-punch)
  • Battery: 5000mAh, 68W wired charging

Motorola Moto X40 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

According to the rumors, the Moto X40 Pro will be launching in China this December. There’s no word on pricing yet, but the phone could start at CNY 3,999 for the base variant. Motorola Moto X40 Pro is unlikely to officially launch in Nepal but if it does, we expect it to cost around NPR 90,000 for the 8/128GB model.

Motorola Moto X40 Pro Price in China (Expected) Price in Nepal (Expected)
8/128GB CNY 3,999 NPR 90,000
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Oppo outlines Android 13-based ColorOS 13 December update timeline

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Oppo outlines Android 13-based ColorOS 13 December update timeline

Oppo released the official version of ColorOS 13 in August, along with a rollout plan for the rest of the year. Besides this, it has been releasing a separate update plan every month to make it easier to track down the timeline. Here we will go through the list of devices that are eligible for Android-13-based ColorOS 13.

Oppo ColorOS 13 Update Roadmap

Oppo began rolling out the new Android-based skin refresh to the flagship Find X5 Series in August, the same day ColorOS 13 was made official globally. Since then, the smartphone maker has released the update to more than a dozen devices.

By the end of 2022, the company plans to leverage ColoOS 13 to 35 smartphones in 60 countries and regions. The new UI will make its way to more than 20 other devices beginning in 2023. According to Oppo, “this is the biggest update plan ever in the history of ColorOS.”

However, this is not a stable UI refresh; rather, the company is releasing the beta version of ColorOS 13. As a result, only users who have enrolled in the trial program will be eligible for the update.

But worry not, you’ll get a stable version after the company irons out all of the bugs found during the beta phase. Let’s now take a look at the ColorOS 13 rollout timeline based on Android 13.

Rollout timeline

Oppo ColorOS 13 Update Roadmap

August

September

October

November

  • Reno Series: Oppo Reno7 Z 5G, Reno6 Pro 5G, Reno6 Pro 5G Diwali Edition, Reno6 Z 5G, Reno5 Pro 5G
  • F-Series: Oppo F21 Pro 5G, F19 Pro+
  • K-Series: Oppo K10
  • A-Series: Oppo A96

December

From H1 2023:

  • Oppo Pad: Oppo Pad Air
  • Reno Series: Oppo Reno8Lite 5G, Reno7 Lite 5G, Reno7 A, Reno6, Reno6 Lite, Reno5, Reno5 Marvel Edition, Reno5 F, Reno5 Lite, Reno5 A,
  • F-Series: Oppo F19 Pro, F19, F19s
  • A-Series: Oppo A95, A94, A77, A74, A57, A57s, A55, A54 5G, A53s 5G, A16s

This is the complete roll-out roadmap shared by Oppo. But, as mentioned earlier, the company releases a separate timeline at the beginning of each month to notify users about the monthly release schedule, which includes both stable and beta releases.

Monthly Rollout Timeline

November

In November, Oppo rolled out the stable UI update on over a dozen of devices. Whereas there are a host of devices scheduled for the beta builds.

Oppo ColorOS 13 Update Roadmap November 2022

Stable Rollout
  • Ongoing: Find X5 Pro, Find X5
  • From 8th Nov: Reno 8 Pro 5G (India, Vietnam)
  • From 11th Nov: Find X3 Pro (Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia)
  • From 18th Nov: Reno 8 5G (India), K10 5G (India), A77 5G (the UAE)
  • From 22nd Nov: Reno 7 (Indonesia), F21 Pro (India)
  • From 30th Nov: Reno 7 Z 5G (Indonesia), F21 Pro 5G (India), K10 (India), A76 (India), A96 (India)
Beta Version 
  • Ongoing: Find X3 Pro, Reno 8 Pro 5G, Reno 8 5G, Reno 7Z 5G, F21 Pro 5G, Reno 7 Pro 5G, Reno 7 5G, Reno 7, Reno 6 5G, F21 Pro, K10 5G, A77 5G, K10, A96, A76
  • From 8th Nov: Reno 6Z 5G (Thailand)
  • From 9th Nov: Reno 6 Pro 5G (Indonesia, Saudi Arabia), Reno 5 Pro 5G (India, Saudi Arabia), Reno 5 Pro (Pakistan), F19 Pro+ (India)
  • From 18th Oct: A74 5G (India, Indonesia)

December

Oppo’s December update schedule is as crowded as the previous month. This month, the older Reno and Find X series will begin receiving the Android 13 beta builds. Along with a bunch of new F, A, and K-series smartphones.

Oppo ColorOS 13 based on Android 13 December Rollout timeline

Stable Rollout
  • Ongoing: Oppo Find X5 Pro, Find X5, Find X3 Pro, Reno8 Pro, Reno8, Reno7, Reno7 Z 5G, F21 Pro 5G, F21 Pro, K10 5G, K10, A96, A77, A76
  • From December 15: Oppo Find X3 Lite (France), Reno7 5G (India), Reno6 Pro 5G (Indonesia, Saudi Arabia), Reno7 5G (India), Reno5 Pro 5G (Saudi Arabia), Reno5 5G (Indonesia)
  • From December 21: Oppo Find X3 Neo (France)
  • From December 28: Oppo Reno6 Z (Thailand), Reno 5 Pro 5G (India, Pakistan), Reno5 Z (UAE), F19 Pro+ 5G (India)
  • From December 29: Oppo Find X5 Lite (France), A74 5G (India, Indonesia)
Beta Rollout
  • Ongoing: Oppo Find X2 Pro, Find X2, Reno8, Reno7 Pro 5G, Reno7 5G, Reno6 Pro 5G, Reno6 5G, Reno6 Z, Reno5 Pro 5G, F21s Pro, F19 Pro+ 5G, A74
  • From December 9: Oppo Reno8 Z (Thailand), F21s Pro 5G (India)
  • From December 23: Oppo F19s (India), F19 (Indonesia), A95 (Indonesia), A77s (India, Indonesia), A74 (Indonesia)

What’s new in Oppo ColorOS 13?

Anamorphic Design

Oppo has introduced an “Aquamorphic Design” with the new skin which is inspired by how water behaves in nature. The new UI design improves the overall system layout with new fonts and typography, which improves readability.

Oppo ColorOS 13 Aquamorphic Design

Furthermore, Oppo’s new self-developed Dynamic Computing Engine solution is said to deliver a more smooth and more stable system and all-around improvements to the fundamental user experience.

Smart Always-on Display

Smart Always-on Display

The company has also made changes to the Always-on Display feature. The screen can now display information from music and food delivery apps which provides users with easier access to information.

OPPO has also collaborated with service providers such as Bitmoji and Spotify to offer a variety of convenient and personalized experiences on the lock screen. As a result, Oppo is citing it as a “Smart Always-on Display.”

Multi-Screen Connect

Multi-screen Connect

Furthermore, one of the most significant updates in the new UI is the Multi-screen connect feature. It basically allows you to connect your smartphone to the OPPO Pad Air or a PC. Thus, you will have the convenience of file transfer without the need for any hardware, which in turn will increase your productivity.

Privacy and Security

In terms of security, ColorsOS 13 from Oppo incorporates Android 13‘s underlying privacy feature. For example, the system will automatically delete the clipboard history after a short period of time, preventing information breaches or leaks. And the Nearby Wi-Fi feature allows users to connect to Wi-Fi without revealing their exact location.

Likewise, there’s a new Oppo self-developed technology, called Auto Pixelate which can automatically recognize and blur out profile photos and names in chat screenshots with a single tap.

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Bhoos announces Smart Bots Coding Challenge 2023 with Rs. 8 lakhs price money

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Bhoos announces Smart Bots Coding Challenge 2023 with Rs. 8 lakhs price money

Bhoos Game, in collaboration with LOCUS, has announced the second edition of its “Smart Bots Coding Challenge”. So if you’re a programmer looking for some challenge, to meet like-minded coders, or to share ideas, then this might be exactly what you need. And in this post, we’ll be going through all the details of the Bhoos Smart Bots Coding Challenge 2023, including its eligibility criteria, event roadmap, prizes, and more.

Bhoos Smart Bots Coding Challenge 2023:

In case you didn’t know, Bhoos is a Nepali mobile gaming company that has published games like “Call Break Premier League” and “Marriage Card Game” on Play Store and App Store. Whereas LOCUS is an umbrella organization led by undergraduate students of Electrical, Electronics, and Computer Engineering departments from IOE, Pulchowk Campus.

Anyway, the Bhoos Smart Bots Coding Challenge 2023 is a 4-month-long event (or 3 months without the registration period). And this time, the challenge is to build a “29 Points” game bot from scratch.

This 4-player (2 teams) game is quite popular in South Asia. In this, Jack (J) is the highest-ranking card, followed by Nine (9), Ace (A), Ten (10), King (K), Queen (Q), and then eights (8) and sevens (7). On the other hand, the remaining cards (2s, 3s, 4s, 5s, and 6s) are discarded from the game. You can learn more about the rules and objectives of the 29 Points game here.

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Eligibility Criteria

To participate in this coding festival, you must meet the following conditions:

  • The contestant must be a Nepali citizen
  • The contestant can’t be an employee (or a relative of an employee) at Bhoos Games

Contest Timeline

1. Registration

Bhoos Games had begun taking registrations for the contest on October 20, 2023. But don’t worry, you can still sign-up for this coding festival.

2. Preparation and League

(November 5, 2022 – January 15, 2023)

Under this, Bhoos Games will provide the necessary resources to the participants to get started. And once a contestant finishes building a bot, it will play a series of games against other bots from Bhoos and competitors alike.

3. Screening Sudo

(January 20, 2023 – January 21, 2023)

Once the contest is over, the top 8 players on the leaderboard will then present how they built the bot to the judging committee. This is to prevent any sort of fraudulent activities from the participants.

4. The Finale

(January 24, 2023)

In the finale, the top 8 players will battle it out once more for the top three spots. As for the prize pool, the second runner-up of the Bhoos Smart Bots Coding Challenge 2023 will be awarded Rs. 1 lakh, while the runner-up and the winner will get Rs. 2 lakhs and Rs. 5 lakhs, respectively.

Bhoos Smart Bots Coding Challenge: Contact

To keep up with all the developments in this contest, you can join the Smart Bots Discord server. You can also contact Bhoos Games by phone or email:

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