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Samsung Galaxy A03s Price in Nepal [Updated]

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December 29, 2022

Samsung Galaxy A03s Price in Nepal [Updated]

Samsung Galaxy A03s is one of the cheapest Samsung smartphone you can buy in 2023 here in Nepal. So, let’s get into the specs, features, and the latest official price of Samsung Galaxy A03s in Nepal.

Samsung Galaxy A03s Overview:

Design and Display

The budget origin of the A03s is quite clear from its design. It boasts a textured polycarbonate body that is reminiscent of last year’s mid-range Galaxy phones. Upfront, you are greeted with a 6.5-inch HD+ panel with Infinity-V notch. The 720 x 1600 pixels resolution results in a 20:9 aspect ratio.

Performance and Memory

Inside, the phone is powered by a MediaTek Helio P35 chipset. It is built on a 12nm process and features eight Cortex-A53 CPU cores.

Benchmark results have shown it to be slightly better than Snapdragon 450 on the A02s. Talking about real-world performance, it should be similar to that of the Redmi 9C and other Helio G35-powered phones.

As for memory, there are two configurations to choose from, namely 3/32GB and 4/64GB. Users can expand the internal storage to up to 1TB using an external microSD card.

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Camera

At the back, Samsung has included a triple camera setup. It consists of a 13MP primary sensor accompanied by two 2MP sensors for portrait and macro shots. On the front, the Infinity-V notch houses a 5MP selfie shooter.

Rest of the specs

Fueling the new Galaxy A03s is a 5,000mAh battery that supports 15W charging. The phone boots on Android 11-based One UI 3.1 Core and is available in three colors: Black, White, and Blue.

Samsung Galaxy A03s Specifications:

Body (H x W x D): 164.2 x 75.9 x 9.1mm, 196 gm
Display: 6.5-inches PLS TFT LCD
Resolution: HD+ (1600 x 720 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio
Chipset: MediaTek Helio P35 (12nm)
Storage: 3/4GB RAM, 32/64GB internal storage (expandable up to 1TB)
Software & UI: One UI 3.1 Core on top of Android 11
Rear Camera: Triple (with LED flash)
– 13MP, f/2.2 primary lens
– 2MP, f/2.4 depth sensor
– 2MP, f/2.4 macro sensor
Front Camera: 5MP, f/2.2 lens (notch)
Audio: 3.5mm headphone jack, loudspeaker
Security: Fingerprint scanner (side-mounted)
Battery: 5000mAh (15W charging)
Color options: Black, Blue, White
Read our review of the Samsung Galaxy A03s here.

Samsung Galaxy A03s Price in Nepal and Availability

The market price of Samsung Galaxy A03s in Nepal is Rs. 15,999 and Rs. 17,499 for 3/32GB and 4/64GB variants. You can buy Samsung Galaxy A03s at a discounted price from Hukut and other authorized stores in Nepal.

Samsung Galaxy A03s	Price in Nepal
3/32GB	Rs. 15,999
4/64GB	Rs. 17,499

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core.

Redmi K60 Pro goes official with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 67W wireless charging

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Xiaomi

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December 28, 2022

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Redmi K60 Pro goes official with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 67W wireless charging

Xiaomi is closing the year on a high note — the company recently held a huge event in China for the Redmi sub-brand. At the event, we saw a bunch of exciting launches like the Note 12 Pro Speed Edition and Redmi Watch 3. However, the event was headlined by the new K60 series, which included three new devices. So, in this article, we will discuss the Redmi K60 series in more detail, including the specs, features, expected price, and availability of the K60E, vanilla K60, and K60 Pro in Nepal.

Redmi K60 Pro Overview:

Performance and Cooling

Let’s start with the elephant in the room. Redmi K60 Pro is the brand’s latest flagship smartphone, with the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor. As a result, K60 Pro claims a 37% faster CPU and a 42% better GPU than its predecessor. In addition, it also has hardware-accelerated ray tracing— just in case it becomes a thing in mobile gaming.

The chip is paired with up to 16GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage. They work in tandem with Xiaomi’s self-developed multi-tasking algorithm to achieve flagship-grade scheduling and a lag-free user experience.

On the software side, Redmi has implemented what it calls the FEAS 2.2 system. It improves the gaming experience through dynamic frame stabilization and enhanced visuals while doubling down on the power efficiency side of things

For sustained performance, Redmi has stacked the K60 Pro with a large 50000 sq.mm stainless steel VC with liquid cooling. In addition, the phone has a 6933 sq mm graphite heat dissipation layer with 15% higher thermal conductivity.

Battery and Charging

The phone is fueled by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 120W wired charging, thanks to the in-house Surge P1 charging chip. Thus, the phone can go from 0 to 100% in just 19 minutes. Likewise, you also get K-series’s first 30W wireless charging, and Redmi even introduced a compatible wireless charging pad that users will have to buy separately.

Design, Display, and Camera

Redmi K60 Pro sports a 6.67-inch flat AMOLED screen with a 2K resolution. It refreshes at 120Hz and boasts 480Hz touch sampling rate. The screen has a 12-bit color depth, enabling 68.7 billion colors and 100% DCI-P3 coverage. It is compatible with HDR10+, HDR Vivid, Dolby Vision formats and can get as bright as 1400 nits. Other highlights of K60 Pro include 1920Hz PWM Dimming, 360° light sensors, and an in-display optical fingerprint scanner with heart rate detection.

The phone is available in four color options: Green, Black, White, and Champion Performance Edition. The latter is reminiscent of the K50 Gaming Edition born out of Redmi’s partnership with Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team.

Regardless of the color options, Redmi K60 Pro has the same rectangular camera module on the back. It is home to a triple camera setup consisting of a 50MP primary, an 8MP ultrawide, and a 2MP macro sensor. Redmi has used Sony’s IMX800 sensor for the primary camera, pairing it with Optical and Electronic Image Stabilization mechanisms.

Redmi K60 Overview:

Next, we have the vanilla Redmi K60 which shares a bunch of attributes with its Pro model. It sports the same design and display as its Pro sibling. However, it is powered by the last year’s Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor. Then there is the 64MP sensor replacing the Sony IMX800 as the primary camera. It has a bigger 5,500mAh battery but keeps the 30W wireless charging. It misses out on the Surge P1 chip, thus, capping out at 67W charging.

Redmi K60E Overview:

It is the first E-suffixed smartphone in the Redmi K series. It is meant to be the cheaper alternative to the K60 Pro and K60. Still, it packs a premium chipset in the form of MediaTek Dimensity 8200, first used on the Vivo S16 Pro. As a result, it comes with the last-gen LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 2.2 storage. At the first glance, the 6.67-inch AMOLED screen looks just like its bigger siblings, but it is a 10-bit panel with just 1200 nits of brightness. That said, it gets to boasts the Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection.

At the camera department, there is a triple camera setup with a 48MP primary sensor, 8MP ultrawide, and a 2MP macro sensor. The battery is slightly bigger at 5,500mAh. It retains the 67W charging of the vanilla K60 but has no wireless charging support.

Redmi K60 Series Specifications:

	Redmi K60 Pro	K60	K60E
Display	6.67” 2K TCL AMOLED, 120Hz, 12 bit, 1400 nits		6.67” 2K Samsung AMOLED, 120Hz, 8 bit, 1200 nits
Chipset	Snapdragon 8 Gen 2	Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1	MediaTek Dimensity 8200
Memory	Up to 16GB LPDDR5 RAM Up to 512GB UFS 4.0		8/12GB LPDDR4x RAM 128/256GB UFS 3.1
Software & UI	MIUI 14 based on Android 13
Rear Camera	Triple: 50MP Sony IMX800, OIS/EIS 8MP Ultrawide 2MP macro	Triple: 64MP primary, OIS 8MP Ultrawide 2MP macro	Triple: 48MP primary, OIS 8MP Ultrawide 2MP macro
Front Camera	16MP (punch-hole)		20MP (punch-hole)
Audio	Stereo Speakers, Dolby Audio, Hi-Res Audio
Security	In-display fingerprint scanner (Optical)
Connectivity	5G (SA/NSA), Wi-Fi 6E, NFC, Bluetooth 5.3
Battery	5,000mAh	5,500mAh
Fast Charging	120W wired (Surge P1)	67W wired
Wireless Charging	30W Wireless charging		N/A

Redmi K60 Series Price in Nepal (Expected)

The Redmi K60 series will go on sale in China on December 31. Currently, it is up for pre-order with the price starting at CNY 2,399, CNY 2,499, and CNY 3,599 for the K60E, vanilla K60, and Pro models, respectively. If the Redmi K60 series launches in Nepal, we can expect the price of K60E, K60, and K60 Pro to start at NPR 54,999, NPR 62,499, and NPR 81,999, respectively.

Redmi K60 Series		Price in China (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
K60E	8/128GB	CNY 2,199	NPR 54,999
	8/256GB	CNY 2,399	NPR 59,999
	12/256GB	CNY 2,599	NPR 64,999
	12/512GB	CNY 2,799	NPR 70,499
K60	8/128GB	CNY 2,499	NPR 62,499
	8/256GB	CNY 2,699	NPR 66,999
	12/256GB	CNY 2,999	NPR 74,999
	12/512GB	CNY 3,299	NPR 81,999
K60 Pro	8/128GB	CNY 3,299	NPR 81,999
	8/256GB	CNY 3,599	NPR 89,999
	12/256GB	CNY 3,899	NPR 96,999
	12/512GB	CNY 4,299	NPR 106,999
	16/512GB	CNY 4,599	NPR 114,499

Meanwhile, check out our unboxing and review of the Redmi Note 12.

NTA makes customs duty mandatory on phones gifted from abroad

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December 28, 2022

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NTA makes customs duty mandatory on phones gifted from abroad

A few months after its soft launch, Mobile Device Management System (MDMS) is finally going full swing in Nepal from Poush 15, 2079 (December 30, 2022). And now, NTA has issued a notice stating that phones gifted from abroad will only be registered into MDMS in Nepal after declaring customs on it.

This provision isn’t applicable to a single handset brought for personal use. And you’ll only need to declare it as such at the airport’s customs office. Absolutely free of charge. On the other hand, if a person brings more than two phones from abroad, those handsets will be confiscated.

You can read our detailed report on MDMS, including its pros, cons, registration process, and more here.

NTA to charge customs duty on phones gifted from abroad

Previously, people were freely allowed to bring an extra handset with them (besides their primary phone) when entering Nepal. Whereas some bad actors exploited this system by bringing in more than two handsets as well. But since MDMS is coming into full effect from Friday at last, Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) has made its procedure of checking goods in hand carry or baggage more strict.

So in the case of a single phone that wasn’t previously registered into MDMS, you’ll need to declare it as a “personal usage device” at TIA’s customs office, free of charge. No customs or purchase bill required. You can then go on to register your phone into MDMS at this site by acquiring the permission slip/invoice from the customs office. Alongside other documents like passport, visa, IMEI number(s), and such.

But if you have an extra phone with you that you intend to gift your friends, relatives—or just use yourself—things get a little complicated. First off, you’ll need to declare the handset in customs by paying a certain fee based on the purchase bill of the device. That’s 2.5% for bar phones and 5% for smartphones, on top of the usual 13% VAT. Only then you’ll get an invoice from the customs office that’s necessary to register the phone into MDMS. And in case you have a third phone (or more), the airport will now confiscate them.

What happens if I don’t register the phone into MDMS?

After NTA soft launched MDMS on Bhadra 30, 2079 (September 15, 2022), it was announced that all phones in use (with a Nepali telco’s SIM card) before Bhadra 30 had already been recorded into the system. No matter how those devices got into Nepal (i.e. through official channels or grey markets).

But if you have been using a phone that was gifted to you from abroad after Bhadra 30, then you must register it by following all the proper procedures mentioned above. NTA warns that starting Poush 15, it won’t register such gifted phones that haven’t been declared at customs. And such phones will be barred from using telecom services in Nepal after 15 days of use.

That means you’ll be able to enjoy WiFi, apps, and other functions on those phones just fine. But not Nepali SIM cards. So no cellular connectivity at all, including phone calls, messages, or mobile data.

How do I know if my phone is registered in MDMS?

To verify if your handset has been officially recorded in the system, visit “mdms.nta.gov.np“. There, simply type in the 15-digit IMEI number of your phone to know its status. By the way, you can know your phone’s IMEI number by dialing *#06#. This information is available inside the phone’s settings as well.

What the MDMS Bylaw 2075 says

According to MDMS Bylaw 2075, individual importers will need to register the IMEI/ESN/MEID number of their handset into MDMS. However, if someone uses an unregistered device through SIM or RUIM cards of Nepali telecom operators, a denial of service notification will be sent to the handset after 15 days from its first detection on a Nepali network.

Yet, it will not be applicable for phones subscribed to non-Nepali networks. Such phones will be allowed to enjoy roaming services in Nepal without the system’s intervention. Still, if the roamer is suspected of any criminal activity, MDMS will be able to track/block those devices.

Watch: MDMS in Nepal, explained!

Meta appoints Httpool by Aleph as authorized sales partner in Nepal

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December 28, 2022

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Meta appoints Httpool by Aleph as authorized sales partner in Nepal

There is a piece of good news for all Nepalese digital marketers and local businesses that use Meta’s platform to grow their reach. The company has appointed Httpool by Aleph as the authorized sales partner in Nepal. Nepali advertisers and marketing agencies will now have access to better consultation and technical support because of Meta’s local presence.

Meta’s local presence in Nepal

Meta has appointed Httpool by Aleph as its authorized sales partner in Nepal, and it’s not the first time the two companies are working together. Httpool by Aleph has been part of the Meta Authorized Sale Partner (ASP) program, starting in 2018. Brands part of the Meta ASP program get to work with local clients as an extension of the global sales team.

“We are thrilled to bring in Httpool by Aleph as Meta’s Authorized Sales Partner in Nepal and believe that with their robust market insights and expertise, we will offer improved support for local businesses and agencies to further unlock their potential growth,” said Jordi Fornies, Director of Emerging Markets for APAC at Meta.

As of now, Httpool by Aleph has contracts with Meta in regions ranging from Africa and Central East Europe to Asia-Pacific. It is already operating locally in over 30 different countries, like India, Bangladesh, Switzerland, and Ukraine.

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How can Nepali advertisers benefit from Meta’s ASP program?

And now, Nepal is part of the growing list. As a national sales partner, Httpool will offer Nepali advertisers and agencies in-country assistance, strategic direction, and expertise across different products and platforms within Meta. It also plans to organize training and workshops to promote new skills to help them make the most of Meta and its products — as it does with other international clients.

“As the Authorized Sales Partner for Nepal, Httpool by Aleph enables in-market support and consulting for advertisers.”

Httpool will set up an office in Kathmandu to oversee all the operations in Nepal. It will serve as the sole direct point of contact for Meta’s services in Nepal. This includes all of Meta’s apps, products, and platforms like Facebook and Instagram.

Nepali advertisers and marketing agencies will no longer need to trade in international currency. With Httpool by Alph as the authorized sales partner, all the billing will now be in Nepalese Rupee. Likewise, they can now get technical support and business consultation in local languages.

Meanwhile, check out our unboxing and review of the Redmi Note 12.

Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed Edition official with Snapdragon 778G, 67W charging

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December 28, 2022

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Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed Edition official with Snapdragon 778G, 67W charging

Before the Redmi Note 12 series goes global next month, Xiaomi has added another device to the lineup. The newly launched Note 12 Pro Speed Edition is the sixth phone in the lineup. It was announced at an event in China, alongside the much-awaited K60 series and other accessories. So, let’s dive into the details about the Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed Edition, including the official specs, features, expected price, and availability in Nepal.

Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed Edition Overview:

Design and Display

The looks and design of the new Speed Edition are in line with the rest of the Note 12 Pro series. Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed Edition sports flat frames with rounded corners. There are no curves elsewhere, just like on the Note 12 Pro. We get a rectangular camera module at the back, but with a slight difference. The LED flash is round and placed toward the top, in contrast to the bottom left position on the rest of the Note 12 series.

Over on the front, there is a 6.67-inch OLED screen with a punch-hole cutout for the selfie camera. It is an FHD+ screen with support for 120Hz refresh rate. As a cost-saving measure, Redmi has placed the fingerprint scanner on the side of the Note 12 Pro Speed Edition, despite the phone having an OLED screen.

Performance and Memory

What really sets the new Speed Edition apart from other Redmi Note 12 series phones is the processor. The phone is powered by the Snapdragon 778G 5G, the same chip found in popular mid-rangers like the Xiaomi 12 Lite and Galaxy A52s . Based on a 6nm process, the Snapdragon 778G brings a three-tier core architecture with 1x Cortex-A78 Prime (@2.4GHz), 3x Cortex-A78 Performance (@2.2GHz), and 4x Cortex-A55 cores (@1.9GHz).

All in all, the phone should perform better than the Dimensity 1080-powered siblings, making it worthy of the Speed Edition moniker. Moving on, the chip is paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage. It is also among the first Redmi phone to ship with MIUI 14 based on Android 13. To recall, all previous Note 12 series phones came pre-installed with Android 12-based MIUI 13.

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Camera

Over on the photography front, Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed Edition’s triple camera setup is headlined by a 108MP primary sensor. Unlike the Note 12 Pro and Pro+, this one lacks Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). Accompanying it are an 8MP ultrawide and a 2MP macro sensor. Likewise, you get a 16MP selfie camera housed inside a punch-hole cutout on the front.

Rest of the specs

Finally, Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed Edition packs a 5,000mAh battery and supports 67W charging via the Type-C port. Redmi even includes a compatible charger inside the box. The phone is compatible with 5G, Wi-Fi 6, and Bluetooth 5.2 networks.

Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed Edition Specifications:

Body: 162.91 x 76.03 x 7.9 mm, 181 gm
IP Rating: Yes, IP53
Display: 6.67-inches OLED, 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, 10-bit color depth
Resolution: FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 402 PPI, 20:9 aspect ratio
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G (6nm mobile platform)
Memory: 6/8/12GB LPDDR4X RAM, 128/256GB UFS 2.2 storage (fixed)
Software & UI: Android 13 with Xiaomi’s MIUI 14 on top
Rear Camera: Triple (with LED flash);
– 108MP, f/1.88 Samsung ISOCELL HM2
– 8MP, f/2.2 ultrawide sensor, 119° FoV
– 2MP, f/2.4 macro sensor
Front Camera: 16MP sensor (hole-punch cutout)
Audio: Dual stereo speakers, Headphone jack, Dolby Atmos Audio
Security: Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted), Face unlock
Battery: 5000mAh with 67W wired charging
Color Options: Midnight Black, Shimmer Green, Lite Pink

Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed Edition Price in Nepal (Expected)

As of now, Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed Edition is limited to the Chinese market, where it starts at CNY 1,699 and goes all the way up to CNY 1,999. If it launches in Nepal, we expect the price of the Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed Edition in Nepal to start at NPR 42,499.

Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed Edition	Price in China (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
6/128GB	CNY 1,699	NPR 42,499
8/256GB	CNY 1,799	NPR 44,999
12/256GB	CNY 1,999	NPR 49,999

Meanwhile, check out our unboxing and initial review of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro+.

Redmi Band 2 announced with 30+ sports mode, 5ATM water resistance

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December 27, 2022

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Redmi Band 2 announced with 30+ sports mode, 5ATM water resistance

Xiaomi has just announced the Redmi Band 2, the successor to the original Redmi Band from 2020, in China. The new model features significant improvements both in design and functionality compared to its predecessor. So let’s look at the specs, features, availability, and expected price of the Redmi Band 2 in Nepal.

Redmi Band 2 Overview:

Design, Display

The Band 2 sports a 1.47-inch TFT display on a rectangular module. Xiaomi says the screen is 76% bigger than its predecessor and is covered with 2.5D tempered glass for protection. Similarly, it has a 172 x 320-pixel resolution, 450 nits of brightness, and a pixel density of 247 PPI.

Since this band lacks a control button, you must rely on gestures to operate it. The wearable is 9.9mm thick and weighs just 14.9 grams. Xiaomi has also provided 5ATM water and dust resistance here.

Moreover, the Band 2 offers six vibrant wristband options made from comfortable, skin-friendly materials. In addition to these stylish choices, you can also choose from over 100 dial options to personalize the look.

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Features

The health and fitness features of the Redmi Band 2 includes 30+ sports modes including running, cycling, walking, etc. Likewise, it’s fitted with an optical heart rate sensor for 24-hour heart rate tracking. It also measures SpO2 to detect oxygen levels in your blood.

You can pair the Redmi Band 2 with your smartphone via the Mi Fitness app. And it supports both Android and iOS devices. Furthermore, juicing things up is a 210mAh battery that is claimed to offer up to 14 days of battery life.

Redmi Band 2 Specifications:

Display: 1.47″ TFT display, touchscreen, 172 x 320-pixel resolution, 450 nit
Strap: Silicone
Sensors: Optical heart-rate sensor, Accelerometer
Features: Sleep tracker, music playback controls, notifications, alarms, reminders, blood oxygen level
Water Resistance: 5ATM
Compatibility: Android 6.0+ or iOS 12+
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.1
Battery: 210 mAh, magnetic charging base

Redmi Band 2 Price in Nepal and Availability

The smartband is launched in China for CNY 159. Based on this, we expect the price of Redmi Band 2 to be NPR 5,000, if and when it launches in Nepal.

Smartband	Price in China	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Redmi Band 2	CNY 159	NPR 5,000

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Redmi Note 12.

Huawei Watch Fit 2 with 10-day battery, Bluetooth calling arrives in Nepal

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December 27, 2022

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Huawei Watch Fit 2 with 10-day battery, Bluetooth calling arrives in Nepal

Huawei Watch Fit 2 is finally available in Nepal. It first made its debut back in May 2022, alongside Huawei’s premium smartwatch, the Watch GT 3 Pro. The Watch Fit 2 shares many features with the Watch GT 3 Pro—but in a rectangular form factor instead of circular. And in this post, we’ll be discussing all about the Huawei Watch Fit 2, including its specs, features, availability, and official price in Nepal.

Huawei Watch Fit 2 Overview:

Design and Display

One of the main attractions of the Watch Fit 2 is definitely its design. And depending on your fashion choice, you can select from three different finishes of this fitness tracker. The “Active Edition” is the most basic one with a polymer front and back case and a silicone strap. Then you have the “Classic Edition” which brings a more premium leather strap alongside an aluminum front case.

Huawei Watch Fit 2

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By the way, this fitness tracker uses a press-to-release “Link” design mechanism which makes swapping between the straps quite easy. Finally, there’s the “Elegant Edition” Huawei Watch Fit 2 that comes with a Milanese strap—although it’s not available in Nepal right now. Besides the build material, this fitness tracker is pretty slim and lightweight too. Measuring 10.8mm thin and as little as 26 grams without the strap. For easier navigation, Huawei has given a solitary button on the right, which can take you to the homescreen or launch an app.

As for the display, the Watch Fit 2 features a 1.74” AMOLED screen, which is 18.6% larger compared to the one on its predecessor, the Huawei Watch Fit. Its bezels are also pretty minimal, resulting in a 72.2% screen-to-body ratio. This screen even supports Always On Display (AOD), whereas you can choose from a bunch of watch faces from the Huawei Health app as well.

Meanwhile, check all the prices and specs of Huawei smartwatches

Health and Fitness Tracking

The Watch Fit 2 is first and foremost geared toward fitness enthusiasts. As such, it can cover a total of 97 workout modes, including walking, running, cycling, swimming (thanks to the 5ATM rating), treadmill, and more. It even offers fitness animations and voice-guided warm-up stretches for 7 different workouts. It is also capable of monitoring things like running ability index, training load, and more to give you a detailed view of your exercise.

And its built-in GPS means you don’t need to your smartphone to record the workout trails either. The Watch Fit 2 can import and export workout routes too. On the health monitoring side of things, the Huawei Watch Fit 2 supports everything from all-day heart rate, stress, sleep, blood oxygen saturation (SpO2), to menstrual cycle tracking. The Watch Fit 2 is also equipped with Huawei’s “Healthy Living” feature that evaluates multiple factors like sleep cycles, steps, water intake, and more to motivate you toward a healthier lifestyle.

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Others

Moving on, the Watch Fit 2 supports Bluetooth phone calls as well since it has a built-in microphone and speaker. And in Huawei smartphones running EMUI 10.1 or above, you can even connect with Huawei Voice Assistant for easier workflow.

In terms of software, this fitness tracker runs on Huawei’s own “HarmonyOS 2” platform and is compatible with phones running Android 6.0 or above, or iOS 9.0 or above. When it comes to battery life, Huawei claims that the Watch Fit 2 can go up to 10 days on a full charge under typical usage. Or up to 7 days under relatively heavy usage. You can even get a day’s worth of battery life with just 5 minutes of charge.

Huawei Watch Fit 2 Specifications:

Dimensions: 46 x 33.5 x 10.8 mm
Weight: (without strap)
- Active Edition: 26 gm
- Classic, Elegant Edition: 30 gm
Strap: Silicone / Leather / Milanese strap
Display: 1.74″ AMOLED panel, Always On Display
Resolution: 336 x 480 pixels resolution, 336 PPI
Control: Touch, swipe, side button
Connection: Bluetooth 5.2 (BLE), 2.4GHz WiFi
Navigation: Built-in GPS with A-GPS, Beidou, Glonass, Galileo, QZSS
Bluetooth Calling: Yes (built-in microphone, speaker)
Compatible With: Android 6.0 or iOS 9.0 and above
IP Rating: 5 ATM water-resistance
Functions: Alarm, Calories Burned, DND, Healthy Living, Heart Rate Monitor, Notifications, Sleep Tracking, Step Counter, Sports Mode (97), All-Day Blood Oxygen (SpO2), Women’s Health
Sensors: 9-axis IMU sensor (Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Geomagnetic), Optical Heart Rate sensor, GPS
Companion App: Huawei Health (Android | iOS)
Battery: Up to 10 days of endurance (typical usage)
Charger: Proprietary Magnetic charger (5V/1A)
Colors:
- Active Edition: Midnight Black, Sakura Pink, Isle Blue
- Classic Edition: Nebula Gray, Moon White
- Elegant Edition: Premium Gold, Silver Frost

Huawei Watch Fit 2 Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of the Huawei Watch Fit 2 in Nepal is NPR 22,490 for the Active Edition and NPR 25,990 for the Classic Edition. You can buy Huawei Watch Fit 2 in Nepal from authorized stores like Hukut.

Huawei Watch Fit 2	Price in Nepal	Availability
Active Edition	NPR 22,490	Hukut Store
Classic Edition	NPR 25,990	Hukut Store

Meanwhile, check out our picks for the best budget fitness trackers of 2022

Huawei FreeBuds 4 with ANC, multi-device connection finally available in Nepal

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December 27, 2022

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Huawei FreeBuds 4 with ANC, multi-device connection finally available in Nepal

Huawei launched FreeBuds 4 TWS earbuds at the “Huawei All Scenario Smart Life New Product” launch conference way back in May 2021. It comes as a successor to FreeBuds 3 and a more premium version of the FreeBuds 4i. Now, the Huawei FreeBuds 4 is finally available here in Nepal. Let’s learn more about what the Huawei FreeBuds 4 is packing including its specs, features, availability, and official price in Nepal.

Huawei FreeBuds 4 Overview:

Design

FreeBuds 4 brings a semi-in-ear fit similar to its predecessor. Huawei claims that these buds are much comfier than in-ear style earbuds as the company has collected tens of thousands of 3D human ear models in order to come up with this design. In addition, the headphones are said to fit comfortably in the user’s ear and are not stuffy even when worn for a longer period of time.

They have the same stem-style form factor as their predecessor too. Each earbud weighs 4.1 gm while the charging case weighs 38 gm. Huawei FreeBuds 4 come in three color configurations: Ceramic White, Frost Silver, and Honey Red.

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Audio

On the audio front, FreeBuds 4 features an improved noise cancellation algorithm that can reduce surrounding noise levels up to 25 dB. For this, Huawei has used “dual-microphone hybrid noise reduction technology” which reduces distracting noise to the greatest possible extent.

Moreover, the headphone is fitted with high sensitivity microphone that supports high-definition vocal recording at a sampling rate of 48kHz.

Connectivity and Controls

In terms of connectivity, these earbuds use Bluetooth 5.2 to pair up with two devices at the same time. Furthermore, FreeBuds 4’s latency can get as low as 90ms, which is more than 50% lower compared to the previous generation (190ms). However, this is limited to Huawei phones running on Hongmeng OS.

Over on the touch controls, a long press on either earbud will enable or disable noise cancellation or reject calls, while a double press will play/pause music, accept calls, or skip the playing track. Similarly, an up/down sliding gesture on either bud lets you adjust volume levels.

Rest of the specs

Aside from that, the FreeBuds 4 is powered by a Huawei Kirin A1 processor. There’s a 30mAh battery in each earbud, while the charging case includes a 410mAh battery. With 15 minutes of quick charge, it can provide up to 2.5 hours of music playback. In addition, they are also IPX4 certified for water and dust resistance.

Huawei FreeBuds 4 Specifications:

Weight: 4.1 gm (each bud), 38 gm (charging case)
Chip: Huawei Kirin A1
Drivers: 14.3 mm moving coil
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.2 (multi-device connection)
Audio: Dual-microphone hybrid active noise cancellation
Control: Touch gestures (double tap/long press/swipe)
Charging Interface: USB Type-C
Battery & Charging: Single charge – up to 2.5 hours (with ANC), up to 4 hours (without), with case – up to 20 hours
Color Options: Ceramic White, Frost Silver, Honey Red

Huawei FreeBuds 4 Price in Nepal and Availability

The official price of Huawei FreeBuds 4 earbuds in Nepal is NPR 24,990. You can buy Huawei FreeBuds 4 in Nepal from authorized stores like Hukut.

TWS Earphones	Price in Nepal	Availability
Huawei FreeBuds 4	NPR 24,990	Hukut Store

Meanwhile, check out our review of Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro

Honor Pad V8 Pro debuts as first tablet with 144Hz display

Honor

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December 27, 2022

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Honor Pad V8 Pro debuts as first tablet with 144Hz display

Honor has announced the release of its latest tablet, the Pad V8 Pro, which is set to be the company’s top-of-the-line offering in the tablet market. It’s loaded with beefy hardware under the hood and looks just as good on the outside. More about the Honor Pad V8 Pro including its full specs, features, and expected price in Nepal here.

Honor Pad V8 Pro Overview:

Design, Display

Honor has equipped the Pad V8 pro with a 12.1-inch IPS LCD display that boasts an impressive resolution of 2560 x 1600 pixels, 10-bit color depth, and 100% coverage of the DCI-P3 color gamut. It is also the first tablet to have a 144Hz refresh rate, making it ideal for fast-paced media consumption and gaming.

Plus, with its IMAX Enhanced certification, users can access content that meets the same high standards as IMAX movies, typically only available on TVs. Likewise, the screen has a peak brightness of 600 nits.

In addition, the Honor Pad V8 Pro takes care of your eyes with its proprietary “natural-light-like eye protection” technology. The tablet has also received TUV Rheinland certification for Hardware Grade Low Blue Light and Flicker-free, making it a safe and comfortable choice for extended use.

Furthermore, the tablet has an equally good exterior design. It features a leather texture finish on the Burning Orange version, while the Clear Sky Blue and Star Gray options have a metallic chassis.

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Audio, Accessories

Complementing the display for a complete multimedia experience is a set of eight speakers that support DTS:X surround sound.

Honor has also added support for accessories for the Pad V8 Pro. One is the Magic Pencil 3, which has a pressure sensitivity of 4096 and can be magnetically charged. Another useful accessory is a keyboard with a dedicated trackpad for easy typing on the go.

Performance

In charge of things inside is a MediaTek Dimensity 8100 which is a plenty powerful chipset with four Cortex-A78 (@2.85GHz) and four Cortex-A55 (@2.0GHz). This is paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage.

Sadly Honor still ships the tablet with Android 12-based Magic UI 7.0, despite the fact that Android 13 has been available for quite some time. Anyways, things are powered by a generous 10,050mAh battery that supports up to 35W wired charging.

Others

As for the cameras, the Honor Pad V8 Pro comes with a single 13MP sensor on the back. And a 5MP front-facing camera with fixed focus. The rear camera can record 4K videos while from the front you can record just 1080p videos. Moreover, the wireless connectivity options include WiFi 6, and Bluetooth 5.2.

Honor Pad V8 Pro Specifications:

Display: 12.1-inch IPS, 10-bit, 600 nits, Supports Magic Pencil (3rd Generation)
Display Properties: IMAX Enhanced, TUV Rheinland Hardware Grade Low Blue Light, Flicker-free
Resolution: 2560 x 1600 resolution
Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 8100 (5nm)
Memory: Up to 12GB RAM, Up to 256GB storage
Software: Android 12-based Magic UI 7.0
Rear Camera: 13MP, f/2.0
Front Camera: 5MP, f/2.2
Audio: Eight speakers, DTS:X Surround Sound
Battery: 10,050mAh battery (USB-C charging)
Colors: Burning Orange, Clear Sky Blue, Star Gray

Honor Pad V8 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

The Pad V8 Pro starts at CNY 2,599 for 8/128GB and CNY 2,899 for the 8/256GB variant. The top-of-the-line 12/256GB model costs CNY 3,299. The tablet is already available for pre-order, and sales will begin on December 30 in mainland China. We expect the price of Honor Pad V8 Pro to start at NPR 65,000, if and when it launches in Nepal.

Honor Pad V8 Pro	Price in China	Price in Nepal (Expected)
8/128GB	CNY 2,599	NPR 65,000
8/256GB	CNY 2,899	NPR 70,000
12/256GB	CNY 3,299	NPR 80,000

Meanwhile, check out our pick for the best budget and mid-range tablets.

IMS upgrades its Durbar Marg outlet into Nepal’s first flagship “Samsung Experience Store”

Samsung

GadgetByte

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December 27, 2022

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IMS upgrades its Durbar Marg outlet into Nepal’s first flagship “Samsung Experience Store”

IMS Group, one of the two national distributors of Samsung products in Nepal, has just opened the country’s first experience store. The store, located at Durbar Marg, Kathmandu, will give users the chance to experience the brand’s latest innovation firsthand. So, in this article, we will be discussing the Durbar Marg flagship outlet in Nepal in more detail and the Samsung Experience store in general.

What is a Samsung Experience store exactly?

At its core, Samsung Experience stores are independent retail outlets. However, they are designed in a way to give customers the best taste of the company’s latest innovation. This really sets them apart from other ordinary stores and showrooms. For instance, you can get hands-on experience with Samsung’s latest launches, whether it’s a new Galaxy product or any latest cutting-edge commercial technology.

Even within Samsung, Experience Stores are referred to as “playgrounds” where customers can try out different Samsung products to find the one that best suits them.

A whole new experience

To help customers with their decision-making process, Samsung Experience Stores have certified experts, also called “Galaxy Consultants”. These experts or consultants are there to give you, the customers, helpful insights on the products. They also help you with real-life demonstrations, recommendations tailored to your needs, and financial, as well as technical support.

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Samsung Experience Store in Nepal, Durbar Marg

The Samsung Store at Durbar Marg, Sherpa Mall (Kathmandu) is the company’s first flagship store in the country. IMS Group, one of the official distributors of Galaxy products in Nepal, renovated the existing store in Durbar Marg and upgraded it based on the global design system principles to give Nepal its first Samsung Experience store.

The flagship store at Durbar Marg will provide Samsung fans and customers with an immersive and interactive experience while shopping for their next Galaxy products. They will have the chance to get their hands on the latest Galaxy products, including the upcoming Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4.

IMS Nepal has also expanded the showroom display at the Durbar Marg store to include Samsung TVs and monitors, alongside a dedicated customer inquiry booth where customers can have their queries answered by experts.

Meanwhile, check our long-term review of the Galaxy Z Fold 3