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Skyworth SUE9500 4K UHD QLED TV now available in Nepal

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November 26, 2022

Skyworth SUE9500 4K UHD QLED TV now available in Nepal

Skyworth has just launched the SUE9500 4K UHD TV in Nepal via their official distributor Smart Appliances. It is by far the most advanced offering from the brand in Nepal and is available in three screen sizes. Moreover, you can get it for 33% less as part of the “Skyworth Bigger Screen, Bigger Dream” campaign for the ongoing FIFA World Cup (2022). So, let’s discuss the specs, features, official price, and availability of the Skyworth SUE9500 4K UHD QLED TV in Nepal.

Skyworth SUE9500 4K UHD QLED TV Overview:

Display

You can get the Skyworth SUE9500 QLED TV in three different screen sizes: 55”, 65”, and 75”. The company also has a smaller 50” variant, but it is not available in the Nepali market yet. Irrespective of the screen size, SUE9500 uses a 10-bit QLED panel with its in-house picture quality enhancer. The Quantum Dot technology, together with Skyworth’s in-house picture quality enhancer, allows the SU9500 to cover 93% of the DCI-P3 gamut.

Skyworth SUE9500 supports a couple of HDR formats, including HDR10+ and Dolby Vision. There is even a Filmmaker Mode that disables all the additional processing, letting you enjoy your movie as intended by the filmmaker.

Skyworth Eye Care Technology

Another neat feature of the SUE9500 QLED TV is TUV Rheinland-certified Eye Care Flicker Free technology. It even includes additional features such as dedicated night mode, eye-protection mode, and auto volume control mode for a more comfortable TV experience.

For audio, you get two down-firing speakers of 10W output each. You also get Dolby Atmos support for more realistic stereo sound effects.

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Performance and Software

Powering the TV is an unspecified quad-core CPU with four Cortex-A53 cores clocked at 1.5GHz. You get 2GB of DDR RAM and 16GB of internal storage. The TV ships with Android 10 TV OS with Google TV on top. This makes the Skyworth SUE9500 4K UHD QLED TV compatible with over 8000+ Android apps and a wide range of IoT and smart home equipment.

You also get additional features such as a personalized content recommendation engine, Chromecast, and hands-free Google assistant.

Rest of the features

Moving on, Skyworth SUE9500 QLED TV looks modern with its minimalistic “Boundless” design that results in a 97% high screen-to-body ratio. It stands on a U-shaped metal base made with a special die-casting technique. Talking about ports, you get 2x USB, 3x HDMI, 1x LAN, and 1x Digital out, along with RF and AV In. There is even dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.1 for wireless connectivity.

Skyworth SUE9500 QLED TV Specifications:

Display: 55/65/75-inches QLED display, 93% DCI-P3
Resolution: 4K Ultra-HD (3840 x 2160 pixels)
HDR: Yes, HDR10+, HLG, Dolby Vision
Refresh Rate: 60Hz
Response Time: 8ms
Video Processor: Chameleon Extreme 2.0 Processor,
Sound: 2x 10W Speakers
Audio Decoder: Dolby Audio
Processor: Quadcore (4x 1.5GHz Cortex A53), Mali G52 MP2 GPU
Memory: 2GB DDR RAM, 16GB storage
OS: Android TV 10 OS with Google TV
Voice Assistants: Google Assistant (Hands-free)
Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi (dual-band), Bluetooth 4.2
I/O Ports: 3x HDMI 2.0, 2x USB 2.0, 1x Ethernet (LAN), 1x RF, 1x Digital Output 1x AV input

Skyworth SUE9500 4K UHD QLED TV Price in Nepal and Availability (Official)

The price of the Skyworth SUE9500 4K UHD QLED TV in Nepal starts at Rs. 169,900 for the 55” variant. Likewise, the 65” and 75” models for Rs. 225,000 and Rs. 325,000. However, you can get the SUE9500 TV at discounted rates until December 15 as part of Skyworth’s World Cup offer.

Skyworth SUE9500 4K UHD QLED TV	Price in Nepal (Official)	World Cup Offer (Valid till December 15)
55”	Rs. 169,900	Rs. 135,900
65”	Rs. 225,000	Rs. 178,900
75”	Rs. 325,000	Rs. 255,500

Meanwhile, check out the best TV deals for World Cup [Nepali]

Oppo Reno 9 Pro goes official with Dimensity 8100-Max, curved 120Hz AMOLED

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November 25, 2022

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Oppo Reno 9 Pro goes official with Dimensity 8100-Max, curved 120Hz AMOLED

Oppo has updated its premium mid-range lineup with the Reno 9 series. The lineup will include three phones: the Reno 9, the Reno 9 Pro, and the Reno 9 Pro+. In this article, we will look at the specs, features, expected price, and availability of the Oppo Reno 9 and Reno 9 Pro in Nepal.

Oppo Reno 9, Reno 9 Pro Overview:

Design, Display

The regular Reno 9 and 9 Pro share a similar design language, especially on the front. They sport a 6.7-inch AMOLED screen with a center-aligned punch-hole camera cutout. The screen refreshes at 120Hz and boasts 2160Hz PWM dimming and 950 nits of peak brightness. The Reno 9 and 9 Pro are available in three colors: black, gold, and gradient gold.

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Performance and Memory

The two models also differ from the inside. While the Reno 9 comes with the Snapdragon 778G, it is replaced by the MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Max on the 9 Pro. Likewise, you get up to 16GB of LPDDR4x RAM on the Pro model while the vanilla Reno 9 maxes out at just 12GB. Both phones are available with up to 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage.

Fueling the two phones are 4,500mAh batteries and both have 67W fast charging with the charger included in the box.

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Cameras

The vanilla Reno 9 flaunts a triple camera setup consisting of a 64MP primary and a 2MP monochrome portrait sensor. As for the 9 Pro, it houses a 50MP main camera and an 8MP ultrawide. Another difference between the Oppo Reno 9 and Reno 9 Pro is the availability of the in-house 6nm imaging NPU – MariSilicon X. Both phones have a 32MP front camera.

Oppo Reno 9/ 9 Pro Specifications:

Display: 6.7-inches FHD+ AMOLED panel, 120Hz refresh rate, 120/240Hz touch sampling rate, Up to 950 nits brightness
Chipset:
- Reno 9: Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G (6nm mobile platform)
- Reno 9 Pro: MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Max (6nm mobile platform)
Memory: up to 16GB LPDDR4x RAM, 256/512GB UFS 3.1 storage (fixed)
Software & UI: Android 13 with OPPO’s ColorOS 13 on top
Rear Camera: Dual (with LED flash)
- Reno 9: 64MP primary + 2MP monochrome
- Reno 9 Pro: 50MP primary + 8MP ultrawide
Front Camera: 32MP Sony IMX709 f/2.4 sensor (hole-punch cutout)
Security: In-display fingerprint sensor (optical)
Battery: 4,500mAh with 67W wired SuperVOOC

Oppo Reno 9, Reno 9 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

The Reni 9 series is currently up for pre-order in China where the price starts at CNY 2,499 and CNY 3,499 for vanilla and the Pro models, respectively. We can expect the price of the Oppo Reno 9 and 9 Pro to be NPR 59,999 and NPR 79,999, respectively, if they launch in Nepal.

Oppo Reno 9 Series	Configurations	Price in China	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Reno 9	8/256GB	CNY 2,499	NPR 59,999
	12/256GB	CNY 2,699	NPR 64,999
	12/512GB	CNY 2,999	NPR 69,999
Reno 9 Pro	16/256GB	CNY 3,499	NPR 79,999
Reno 9 Pro	16/512GB	CNY 3,799	NPR 84,999

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

Honor 80 series goes official with up to 160MP camera, 66W charging

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November 24, 2022

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Honor 80 series goes official with up to 160MP camera, 66W charging

Honor recently held a two-day event in China where the company announced new hardware and software products. Among the new hardware launched were three phones under the Honor 80 series. In this article, we will discuss the key specs, features, expected price, and availability of the Honor 80, 80 Pro, and 80 SE in Nepal.

Honor 80 Series Overview:

Honor 80 Pro:

The most advanced phone of the three is the Honor 80 Pro. It packs the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor based on TSMC’s 4nm process. However, for some reason, Honor is not utilizing the full potential of the chip as the Cortex-X2 “Prime” core is capped at 3.0GHz instead of the usual 3.2GHz. Likewise, Cortex-A710 “Gold” and Cortex-A510 “Silver” cores max out at 2.5GHz and 1.8GHz instead of 2.7GHz and 2.0GHz, respectively.

The camera module of the Honor 80 Pro looks unique and is home to a triple camera setup. Leading the line is a 160MP camera with a 1/1.56” sensor and an f/1.8 aperture. It is joined by a 50MP ultrawide sensor and a 2MP portrait sensor. Over on the front, you get a 50MP primary selfie camera and a 2MP depth sensor housed inside a pill-shaped punch-hole cutout.

Moving on, Honor 80 Pro sports a 6.78-inch OLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. Fueling the phone is a 4,800mAh battery with support for 66W fast charging. It ships with MagicOS 7, based on Android 12.

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Honor 80

A setup down from the Pro model is the vanilla Honor 80. This marks the debut of the Snapdragon 782G. It is the latest chip from Qualcomm, set to replace the popular Snapdragon 778+ in the midrange segment. Like its Pro sibling, the Honor 80 is available in 8GB and 12GB RAM variants with storage options ranging from 256GB and 512GB.

At the back, you get a different-looking camera bump composed of two overlapping circles. It also has a 160MP primary camera, but it is accompanied by 8MP ultrawide and a 2MP macro sensor. For selfies, you get a single 32MP selfie camera inside the center-aligned punch-hole.

The display is also a bit smaller at 6.67 inches, but it is still a curved AMOLED panel. It also retains the 120Hz refresh rate and 10-bit color depth. The battery is still 4,800mAh, and 66W fast charging also makes its way to Honor 80.

Honor 80 SE

Honor 80 SE brings the same display as the regular 80. Even the 32MP punch-hole selfie camera is the same. However, the packaging is different, evidenced by the prism design and rectangular camera bump. Honor has opted for a 64MP primary camera, joined by a 5MP ultrawide and a 2MP macro sensor.

Honor 80 SE is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 900 chip paired with 8/12GB RAM and 255GB storage. It packs a smaller 4,600mAh battery with 66W charging. Like the other two phones in the lineup, it ships with Android 12-based MagicOS 7.0.

Honor 80 Series Specifications:

	Honor 80 SE	Honor 80	Honor 80 Pro
Dimensions	161.3 x 73.4 x 7.7mm	161.6 x 73.9 x 7.7mm	163.3 x 74.9 x 7.8mm
Weight	175 grams	180 grams	188 grams
Display	6.67” curved OLED, 120Hz, 10-bit color	6.78” curved OLED, 120Hz, 10-bit color	6.78” curved OLED, 120Hz, 10-bit color
Resolution	FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels)	FHD+ (2700 x 1224 pixels)	2.5K (2700 x 1224 pixels)
Chipset	DImensity 900 (6nm)	Snapdragon 782G (6nm)	Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4nm)
Memory	8/12GB RAM 256GB storage	8/12GB RAM 256/512GB storage
OS	Android 12 with MagicOS 7.0
Rear Camera	64MP primary 5MP ultrawide 2MP macro	160MP primary 8MP ultrawide 2MP macro	160MP primary 50MP ultrawide 2MP depth
Selfie	32MP		50MP primary 2MP depth
Battery	4,600mAh Li-ion	4,800mAh Li-ion
Charging	66W fast charging

Honor 80 Series Price in Nepal and Availability (Expected)

Pre-orders for the Honor 80 series are up in China, with the first sale starting on December 9. The price starts at CNY 2,399, CNY 2,699, and CNY 3,499 for the Honor 80 SE, Honor 80, and Honor 80 Pro, respectively. We can expect the price of Honor 80, 80 Pro, and 80 SE to start at NPR 49,999, NPR 54,999, and NPR 69,999, respectively, if they launch in Nepal.

Honor 80 Series	Memory Variations	Price in China (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Honor 80 SE	8/256GB	CNY 2,399	NPR 49,999
Honor 80 SE	12/256GB	CNY 2,699	NPR 54,999
Honor 80	8/256GB	CNY 2,699	NPR 54,999
	12/256GB	CNY 2,999	NPR 59,999
	12/512GB	CNY 3,299	NPR 65,999
Honor 80 Pro	8/256GB	CNY 3,499	NPR 69,999
	12/256GB	CNY 3,799	NPR 74,999
	12/512GB	CNY 4,099	NPR 79,999

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Pixel 7.

Oppo Reno 9 Pro+ goes official with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, 50MP OIS camera

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November 24, 2022

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Oppo Reno 9 Pro+ goes official with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, 50MP OIS camera

Oppo has just updated its premium mid-range lineup with the new Reno 9 series. The series is home to three new smartphones, with the Reno 9 Pro Plus being the top-of-the-line model. In this article, we will discuss the specs, features, expected price, and availability of the Oppo Reno 9 Pro+ in Nepal.

Oppo Reno 9 Pro+ Overview:

Design and Display

Oppo Reno 9 Pro+ is built around a 6.7-inch curved AMOLED panel with minimum bezels. The screen refreshes at 120Hz and has a touch sampling rate ranging from 120Hz to 240Hz. It is an FHD+ panel with 10-bit color depth and 100% DCI-P3 coverage. The screen has HDR10+ certification and boasts 2160Hz PWM Dimming for a comfortable viewing experience.

The screen is held together with the 3D-curved textured back with the aviation-grade aluminum frame, which extends to the camera bump. Reno 9 Pro+ measures 7.99mm in thickness and weighs around 192 grams. Oppo is offering the phone in three colorways: Bright Moon Black, Bihai Qing, and Tomorrow Gold.

Performance and Memory

Qualcomm and MediaTek have already lifted the curtains off the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and Dimensity 9200, their latest flagship chips. However, it looks like Oppo is saving it for the Find X6 Pro. As a result, the new Reno 9 Pro+ gets the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 from last year.

The chip is based on an older 4nm process from TSMC and misses out on the new Cortex-X3 prime core and the new Adreno GPU with hardware-accelerated ray tracing. Interestingly, Oppo seems to have clocked down the chip to 2.995 GHz, down from the speed of UFS 3.1.

It is paired with 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and users can choose between 256GB and 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage.

Camera

Over on the back, Oppo Reno 9 Pro+ flaunts a triple camera setup consisting of a 50MP primary, 8MP ultrawide, and a 2MP depth sensor. The main sensor comes from Sony, although Oppo has not mentioned which, and it is the only one with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). The 8MP ultrawide sensor doubles as a 4cm macro camera.

Upfront, there is a 32MP autofocus-enabled selfie shooter. Oppo has also included its in-house MariSilicon X ISP for better portrait and low-light photography.

Rest of the specs

Fueling the phone is a 4,700mAh battery with 80W wired fast charging. You can even charge the Reno 9 Pro+ wirelessly at 50W. However, you will have to buy a wireless charger separately since it is not included in the box. The phone ships with the latest Android 13 with ColorOS 13 skin on top. Other notable features include stereo speakers, NFC, IR Blaster, and Wi-Fi 6.

Oppo Reno 9 Pro+ Specifications:

Body: 73.6 x 161.5 x 7.99mm, 192 gm, Glass back, Aluminum frame
Display: 6.7-inches AMOLED panel, 120Hz refresh rate, 120/240Hz touch sampling rate, Up to 950 nits brightness
Resolution: FHD+ (2412 x 1080 pixels), 394 PPI, 20:9 aspect ratio
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4nm mobile platform)
Memory: 16GB LPDDR5 RAM, 256/512GB UFS 3.1 storage (fixed)
Software & UI: Android 13 with OPPO’s ColorOS 13 on top
Rear Camera: Triple (with LED flash);
– 50MP Sony IMX890 f/1.8, OIS
– 8MP, f/2.2 ultrawide lens, 120º FOV
– 2MP, f/2.4 macro lens
– MariSilicon X Imaging NPU
Front Camera: 32MP Sony IMX709 f/2.4 sensor (hole-punch cutout)
Audio: Dual stereo speaker, No 3.5mm headphone jack
Security: In-display fingerprint sensor (optical)
Sensors: Accelerometer, Geomagnetic, Gravity, Gyroscope, Light, Optical, Pedometer, Proximity
Connectivity: Dual-SIM (Nano), WiFi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), Bluetooth 5.3, GPS / AGPS / Glonass / Galileo / QZSS / Beidou, USB Type-C, 4G LTE (VoLTE), 5G
Battery: 4,700mAh with 80W wired SuperVOOC, 50W wireless

Oppo Reno 9 Pro+ Price in Nepal and Availability (Expected)

The price of the Oppo Reno 9 Pro+ is CNY 3,999 for the 256GB variant and CNY 4,399 for the 512GB model. Oppo has not launched a Reno smartphone in Nepal for 3 years. However, if the Oppo Reno 9 Pro+ launches in Nepal, we expect the price to start at NPR 82,499.

Oppo Reno 9 Pro+	Price in China (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
16GB+256GB	CNY 3,999	NPR 82,499
16GB+512GB	CNY 4,399	NPR 89,999

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

Honor reveals MagicOS 7.0 rollout timeline: Find out compatible smartphones here

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November 24, 2022

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Honor reveals MagicOS 7.0 rollout timeline: Find out compatible smartphones here

Major Android smartphone makers have revealed their new UI based on Android 13 as well as the timeline for its release. Latest to join this league is Honor, as the company officially announced MagicOS 7.0 for its smartphones. And here we will go through the list of devices that are eligible for the Android-13-based MagicOS 7.0 update.

Honor MagicOS 7.0 Update Roadmap:

What’s new?

Interface

The new version of MagicOS brings a design overhaul to the interface. The UI now uses flat icons, fluid animations, and the new Honor Sans font throughout. The home screen has been redesigned to accommodate larger, easily accessible folders. There are also new widget options for a more personalized experience.

MagicRing – Ring of Trust

MagicRing is a new feature that allows system-wide service sharing between MagicOS devices and other Honor laptops and tablets. It can perform seamless file transfers, smart clipboards, call and notification management, and more. You will also be able to connect multiple devices at once.

Magic Live Smart Engine

Furthermore, the new Android skin will provide smart recommendations across various activities to help you complete daily chores more efficiently.

Similarly, a feature called Magic Text recognizes text on a picture and converts it to a file, boosting productivity. With this, users will be able to easily scan text from a photo and save it as a PDF file.

System management

For a fluid user experience, Honor TurboX promises faster app launches and optimized system-level power consumption. MagicGuard, on the other hand, will handle system privacy, and malware protections.

Following that, let’s go over the list of Honor smartphones that will receive the MagicOS 7.0 update.

Honor MagicOS 7.0 Eligible Devices, Rollout Schedule:

December 2022: Honor Magic V, Honor Magic3 Ultimate Edition, Honor Magic3 Pro, Honor Magic3, Honor V40
January 2023: Honor Magic4 Supreme Edition, Honor Magic4 Pro, Honor Magic4
February 2023: Honor 70 Pro+, Honor 70 Pro, Honor 70
March 2023: Honor 60 Pro, Honor 60, Honor 50 Pro, Honor 50
April 2023: Honor X40 GT
May 2023: Honor V40 Light Luxury Edition, Honor X40, Honor X30

Keep in mind that this rollout timeline is only for China. The global rollout schedule and list will be released in due course.

Meanwhile, check out the Android 13-based UI rollout timeline for other smartphone brands.

Samsung OneUI 5.0 Update Roadmap	Xiaomi MIUI 14 Update Roadmap	OnePlus OxgenOS 13 Update Roadmap
Vivo FunTouch OS 13 Update Roadmap	Realme UI 4 Update Roadmap	Motorola Android 13 Update Roadmap

Qualcomm aims to take on Apple, AMD, and Intel with its “Oryon” CPU

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November 24, 2022

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Qualcomm aims to take on Apple, AMD, and Intel with its “Oryon” CPU

Apple’s incredible success with its custom Arm-based “M” series of processors cannot be understated. And at last week’s Snapdragon Summit where Qualcomm unveiled its flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile processor, the company also announced the “Oryon” CPU. Qualcomm says this fully in-house Arm-based CPU will be powering all sorts of devices in Snapdragon platforms, starting with PCs.

What is Qualcomm Oryon CPU?

While Qualcomm is mostly known for its Snapdragon-branded mobile processors, the company has also been exclusively shipping Windows on Arm chipsets under the Snapdragon 7c, 8c, and 8cx lineups since 2017. And these are more or less just rehashed mobile Snapdragon processors, by the way.

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Promising longer battery life, integrated 4G/5G connectivity, chip-level security, and more, these processors have been met with little success, unfortunately. And the traditional x86 architecture from Intel and AMD has continued to outperform their Arm counterparts in every generation. Be it app compatibility, driver support, lack of proper gaming chops, or just general sluggishness, Windows on Arm is something the mainstream PC-buying audience wouldn’t (or better yet, shouldn’t) touch with a ten-foot pole.

That’s exactly what Qualcomm plans to change with the new Oryon CPU.

Instead of simply using Arm’s Cortex CPU designs (under its own “Kryo” branding with a few tweaks), Qualcomm wants to build its own Arm-based CPU cores “to unleash a new level of performance.” So basically, Qualcomm is licensing Arm’s architecture instruction sets, while designing CPU cores all by itself.

Laying the foundation

And it all started with Qualcomm acquiring US-based semiconductor startup “Nuvia” back in March 2021 for $1.4 billion. Founded by former Google and Apple engineers, the company has some big talents in the low-power high-performance CPU design arena. Arm is currently in a legal battle against Qualcomm claiming that it had breached Arm’s license agreements. But it seems that the lawsuit hasn’t impacted Qualcomm’s custom CPU design plans in any big way.

Since Qualcomm already makes other processing components like 5G modems, machine learning chips, image signal processors (ISP), and RF (Radio Frequency) modules on its own, a custom CPU core makes great sense in the company’s grand scheme of things. And the Oryon CPU is the final piece of the puzzle for its cohesive system. So Qualcomm should theoretically be able to deliver dramatically more capable Windows on Arm processors with this. But Microsoft has its fair share of work cut out as well if Windows on Arm could ever be as capable as x86-based systems. While still encompassing the benefits of Arm.

Why Apple was so successful with Arm

Part of the reason why Apple was so successful in abandoning Intel has to do with its unique position. With Arm, it now controlled both the hardware and software side of the equation; which is a luxury neither Windows, Qualcomm, or any other PC maker can taste. But there’s no reason to look down on Oryon just yet. Apart from the name, Qualcomm hasn’t shared any specifications or performance results of the Oryon CPU for now.

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Even so, it’s incredibly likely Qualcomm’s first-gen Oryon CPU won’t be matching Apple’s M2 (or any of its successor) chip when it launches in a few years’ time. An upcoming Qualcomm processor (codenamed “Hamoa”) did surface online a while ago with 12 cores (8 performance and 4 efficiency cores), which is believed to be based on Nuvia’s “Phoenix” core design. And it is rumored that this could be Oryon CPU after all. The leak claims that this chip will also have discrete GPU support. And a similar memory and cache configuration as Apple’s M1 processor.

Qualcomm Oryon CPU: Devices, Availability

Besides PCs and laptops, Qualcomm says Oryon CPU will also find its way to different Snapdragon platform devices. Including smartphones, digital cockpits, extended reality headsets, AI-enabled driving systems, and more. As for availability, Qualcomm initially promised Oryon-powered devices in the second half of 2023. But now, the company says it will only be detailing Oryon’s developments throughout next year. While Windows on Arm PCs with Oryon CPU could arrive by 2024 only.

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Intel Core i7-12700K CPU

Vivo TWS 3 Series official with aptX Lossless, 360° spatial audio and more

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November 23, 2022

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Vivo TWS 3 Series official with aptX Lossless, 360° spatial audio and more

Vivo unveiled a bunch of Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 phones at an event yesterday. Along with this, the company introduced the Vivo TWS 3 and TWS 3 Pro earbuds in China. It is the successor to the Vivo TWS 2 that was announced in 2021. So, without further ado, here are the specifications, features, availability, and expected price of the Vivo TWS 3, TWS 3 Pro in Nepal.

Vivo TWS 3, TWS 3 Pro Overview:

Design

Both the earbuds in the TWS 3 series have a traditional in-ear design on an angled earbud with a small stem. The latter is a touch-sensitive area on which users can tap to can control various functions.

Each bud on the TWS 3 Series buds weighs around 5 grams and supports a smart wear-detection feature. Similarly, the IP54 rating ensures that the buds are water and dust-resistant. Both the TWS 3 and 3 Pro are available in white and their own shade of blue.

Improved ANC

Vivo has made significant improvements to the TWS 3 and TWS 3 Pro over its predecessor. This year, active noise cancellation has been improved to reduce noise by up to 49 dB. It also works in a wider frequency range, reaching up to 4000Hz, making it better at filtering human voices as well as medium-frequency sounds.

Meanwhile, when you want to listen to the outside world, adjust the level of ANC to match your surroundings. When it recognizes that someone is talking to you, it automatically activates the passthrough mode and enhances human voice.

Vivo even catered to vloggers, as there is something called the high-quality binaural audio recording, which makes use of the three-mic setup on the buds for high-definition recording. You can also use this feature to cancel out background noise during phone calls.

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Audio

Furthermore, the earbuds support the aptX Lossless codec, allowing them to stream CD-quality audio without any loss of detail (hence “Lossless”). Because this type of audio transmission requires either 1.1Mbps or 1.2Mbps bitrate, Vivo makes use of 1.2Mbps bitrates on both the TWS 3 and 3 Pro.

The duo also features Vivo’s self-developed ultra-wideband unit that can reproduce sounds from 5Hz to 40kHz. The audio drive size measures 12.2mm and has 3-layer nano-composite diaphragm. And the brand is also offering a 360° spatial audio feature here.

Pro-exclusive

Besides these shared sets of specifications, the TWS 3 Pro has some exclusivity of its own. It is the world’s first Hi-Fi earphone with its own audio chip. It is designed to produce sound with minimal distortion, delivering results that are similar to the original audio source.

Backing it up is the tuning of earphones for extremely low distortion, with a Total Harmonic Distortion plus Noise, or THD+N of 0.002% or less. More about THD+N here.

Likewise, there’s an auxiliary listening mode that is said to assist hearing-impaired people. It can also detect users’ body temperatures.

Rest of the specs

The TWS 3 series enjoys Bluetooth 5.3 and LE Audio support which lowers the latency to 55ms.

In terms of battery life, the vanilla Vivo TWS 3 has a standalone runtime of 10 hours that can be increased to 40 hours with the case. The TWS 3 Pro has less listening time, clocking in at 6.8 hours on its own and up to 30 hours with the case. These figures are for both models with ANC turned off.

Each bud has a 53mA battery, while the charging case on the Pro has a 510mAh cell versus 430mAh on the non-Pro.

Vivo TWS 3, TWS 3 Pro Specifications:

Dimension: 60 x 23.7 x 45.46mm (case)
Weight: 45.5g (case), 5.2g (bud)
Driver: 12.2mm dynamic drivers
Chip: Qualcomm S5
Frequency: 5Hz to 40000Hz
Audio Codec: aptX Lossless, aptX adaptive, AAC, SBC, LC3 codec
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3
Extras: 360-degree spatial audio, 55ms low latency
- TWS 3 Pro: Independent DAC with a signal-to-noise ratio of 110dB, THD+N of -95dB
Active Noise Cancellation: Yes, up to 49dB
Battery: 53mAh (earbuds), 430mAh (case)
Runtime:
- TWS 3: 10 hours(ANC off), up to 40 hours with charging case
- TWS 3 Pro: 6.8 hours (ANC off), up to 30 hours with charging case
Colors: White, Blue

Vivo TWS 3, TWS 3 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

The Vivo TWS 3 is priced at CNY 499, while the Pro variant retails at CNY 999 in China. The vanilla model will be available to purchase from November 20, but for the Pro model, you will have to wait until December 6. Anyways, we expect the price of the Vivo TWS 3 and TWS 3 Pro earbuds to be NPR 15,000 and NPR 25,000, respectively, in Nepal.

Earbuds	Price in China	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Vivo TWS 3	CNY 499	NPR 15,000
Vivo TWS 3 Pro	CNY 999	NPR 25,000

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen).

Matter launches India’s first geared electric bike with liquid-cooled battery pack

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November 22, 2022

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Matter launches India’s first geared electric bike with liquid-cooled battery pack

Matter, a 2019 tech startup from India, has launched the country’s first geared electric bike. It will be available in several variants, with a claimed range of 125-150 km on a single charge. More on the Matter electric bike in this article.

Matter Electric Bike Overview:

Design

To begin, the Matter e-bike has a sporty design with sharp creases and curves all around the body. Adding to the look are LED turn indicators mounted on the front of the tank and a 3D design of the headlamp. Since there is no need for a fuel tank, it also has a 5-liter storage capacity. The container comes with built-in lighting and a smart mobile charging port.

Moreover, the bike has a 7-inch touchscreen for controls, which runs on Android. The display details riding modes, navigation, media controls, incoming calls, and such. You can also connect it to a mobile app that lets you control remote lock/unlock, geofencing, live location tracking, and vehicle health monitoring.

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Performance

Powering this e-bike is a 10.5kW electric motor that is paired with a four-speed Hypershift manual gearbox (first in India) to provide the rider with full control. It has liquid cooling technology that works even when the bike is moving to effectively cool down the motor.

Similarly, the vehicle gets disc brakes with ABS on both front and rear, and a dual cradle frame, to improve the bike’s handling dynamics. Matter says the bike has been tested in a wide range of climatic conditions with an operating ambient temperature of -10 degrees to 55 degrees (C).

Battery

This thing is fueled by a 5kWh battery that offers a riding distance of 125km to 150km. There’s also liquid protection on the cell that works in conjunction with Battery Management System (BMS) to optimize the system for efficiency, security, and reliability.

It works with both a standard 1kW charger and a fast charger. The latter charges the vehicle in about 5 hours. For your peace of mind, Matter has also included overcharge protection on the bike. In addition, the battery meets safety standards such as AIS 041 and IP65 water resistance.

Matter Electric Bike Price and Availability

Matter hasn’t said anything about the price or availability of this e-bike as of yet. But we expect more information from the brand in the coming months. For the time being, you can register your interest in the vehicle on its official site.

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Google Pixel 7.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 FE to launch with MediaTek chip, LCD screen

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 FE to launch with MediaTek chip, LCD screen

Samsung announced the latest Tab S8 series with the flagship specifications back in February. The company is now planning to add a more affordable tablet to the lineup. In this article, we will be discussing every leak and rumor surrounding the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 FE.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 FE Rumors Roundup:

Geekbench Listing

Although Samsung looks to have shelved plans for S22 FE, the Tab S8 FE is still in the pipeline. The tablet was first spotted on the Geekbench listing last month with the model number SM-X506B. According to the listing, Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 FE will be powered by MediaTek’s Kompanio 900T SoC. The chip was launched towards the end of 2021 and is specifically designed for tablets and Chromebooks.

Coming to the nitty-gritty of Kompanio 900T, it is based on a 6nm process and brings 2x Cortex-A78 performance cores and 6x Cortex-A55 efficiency cores. This is paired with Mali-G68 GPU, which handles all the graphical processing. All in all, the chip is quite similar to the Dimensity 900 that we see in smartphones.

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Still no AMOLED display

The base variant of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 FE will ship with 4GB of RAM. Samsung will offer the tablet in both Wi-Fi-only (SM-X500) and Wi-Fi + 5G variants (SM-X506B). It will be among the first tablet to ship with One UI 5 based on the new Android 13.

Like its predecessor, Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 FE will still come with an LCD panel. It will also retain the Wacom digitizer, confirming the native stylus support.

The rest of the details are scarce, but we can always look at the Tab S7 FE with reference. It featured a standard 60Hz LCD screen, so Samsung could still improve on the refresh rate. That aside, the tablet packed a 10,900mAh battery with 45W fast charging and was available with up to 8GB of RAM.

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE.

Realme Narzo 50i Prime with Unsioc T612 launched in Nepal

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November 22, 2022

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Realme Narzo 50i Prime with Unsioc T612 launched in Nepal

Realme has introduced a budget device in its Narzo 50 series, called the Narzo 50i Prime in Nepal. It comes with entry-level specs but with quite an interesting design. So, let’s get into the specs, features, availability, and official price of the Realme Narzo 50i Prime in Nepal.

Realme Narzo 50i Prime Overview:

To be clear, Realme Narzo 50i Prime is a rebrand of the Realme C30 for the global market.

Design, Display

Realme has been experimenting with the design of its budget smartphones lately. After the Realme C30, the company has now launched yet another device with an intriguing look for a low-cost handset.

The 50i Prime features a flat-frame design with a camera island on the back that spans across the width of the phone. However, the actual camera is housed inside a circular cutout. The rear also has a lighting effect for a more flashy appearance.

The front of the device has a 6.5-inch LCD screen with HD+ resolution. The company hasn’t included a higher refresh or touch sampling rate of any sort here. Anyways, the phone comes in Dark Blue and Mint Green.

Performance

On the performance front, you get a Unisoc T612 chipset inside. It’s a 12nm chipset that competes with the likes of MediaTek Helio G80. As a result, one can expect a decent day-to-day experience on this phone.

The SOC is paired with 3GB or 4GB of RAM and 32GB or 64GB of storage. The latter is expandable via a microSD card slot. On the software front, it boots on Android 11-based Realme UI Go Edition.

Rest of the specs

Aside from that, the camera hardware includes a single 8MP lens on the back and a 5MP sensor on the front. Powering the phone is a 5000mAh battery that supports 10W charging via a micro USB port. It also carries a headphone jack for listening to music and such.

Realme Narzo 50i Prime Specifications:

Display: 6.5-inches IPS LCD panel
Resolution: HD+ (1600 x 720 pixels)
Chipset: Unisoc T612 (12nm)
Memory: 3/4GB RAM, 32/64GB (expandable)
Software & UI: Realme UI Go on top of Android 11
Rear Camera: Single (8MP)
Front Camera: 5MP
Audio: 3.5mm headphone jack
Battery: 5,000mAh, 10W fast charging (micro USB)
Colors: Dark Blue, Mint Green

Realme Narzo 50i Prime Price in Nepal and Availability

The official price of the Realme Narzo 50i Prime in Nepal starts at Rs. 14,499 for the base 3/32GB variant. There is also a higher 4/64GB variant that costs Rs. 15,999. You can get the Realme Narzo 50i prime at its official price from Hukut and other authorized stores in Nepal.

Realme Narzo 50i Prime	Price in Nepal	Availability
3/32GB	Rs. 14,499	Hukut
4/64GB	Rs. 15,999	Hukut

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Realme 9.