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Realme 10 5G goes official with Dimensity 700, 50MP camera

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November 14, 2022

Realme 10 5G goes official with Dimensity 700, 50MP camera

After unveiling the vanilla Realme 10 a few days ago, the company has now announced its 5G counterpart. In this article, we will discuss the key specs, features, expected price, and availability of the Realme 10 5G in Nepal.

Realme 10 5G Overview:

Performance and Memory

The most significant difference between the vanilla Realme 10 and the new 5G variant lies on the inside. While the former packs the Snapdragon 680, it is replaced by the Dimensity 700 on the latter. The chip is based on a 7nm process and features 2x Cortex-A76 and 6x Cortex-A55 cores, clocked at 2.2GHz and 2GHz, respectively. Most importantly, it has an integrated 5G modem with support for dual Standby and both SA and NSA architecture.

The base variant of the Realme 10 5G comes with 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB of UFS 2.2 storage. There is even a 256GB variant for those who need that storage.

Design and Display

The new Realme 10 5G inherits the modern design cues from its 4G sibling. However, it is comparatively bigger as well heavier. Part of it is due to the larger 6.6-inch display. Unlike on the 4G version, Realme has opted for an LCD screen here. It does retain the 90Hz refresh rate and 180Hz touch sampling rate. The phone is available in two color options: “Daily Progress” and “Crystal Black.”

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Camera

Over on the back, you can notice one additional camera sensor on the Realme 10 5G. A 50MP primary camera leads the triple camera setup. Accompanying it are a 2MP macro and an AI portrait lens. There is an 8MP sensor up front enclosed by the waterdrop-style notch. You can take 1080p 30 fps videos from both front and back cameras. The rear camera can take slow-motion and timelapse videos as well.

Rest of the specs

Fueling the Relame 10 5G is a 5,000mAh battery that supports 33W charging input. You do get a compatible 11V/3A power adapter in the box. The phone has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner for biometrics and runs on Android 12-based Realme UI 3.0.

Realme 10 5G Specifications:

Dimensions: 164.4 x 75.1 x 8.1mm; 191 grams
Display: 6.6″ LCD, 90Hz refresh rate, 180Hz touch sampling, 400 nits brightness
Resolution: FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio, 401 PPI
Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 700 (7nm Mobile Platform)
Memory: 8GB LPDDR4X RAM
Storage: 128GB/256GB UFS 2.2 storage
Software & UI: Realme UI 3.0 on top of Android 12
Rear Camera: Triple (50MP primary, 2MP macro, AI Depth)
Front Camera: 8MP (notch)
Audio: Single speaker, 3.5mm headphone jack
Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor
Battery: 5000mAh with 33W SuperVOOC charging

Realme 10 5G Price in Nepal and Availability (Expected)

The price of the Realme 10 5G in China starts at CNY 1,299 for the base 8/256GB variant. The higher 256GB model costs CNY 1,599. We expect the price of the Realme 10 5G to start at Rs. When and if it launches in Nepal.

Realme 10 5G	Price in China (Official)	Price in Nepal (Availability)
8/128GB	CNY 1,299	NPR 25,999
8/256GB	CNY 1,599	NPR 31,999

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Realme 9 4G.

OnePlus Nord Watch Review: From Bad To Worse

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November 13, 2022

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OnePlus Nord Watch Review: From Bad To Worse

In this article, I’ll go over my experience with the OnePlus Nord Watch. As you may know, OnePlus’ attempt in the wearable industry has been pretty awful so far. Whether you look at the company’s first fitness tracker or the first flagship smartwatch, both of them were MASSIVE failures! And now, they have launched this budget smartwatch, the OnePlus Nord Watch.

It was announced like a month ago, so I bought it right away for review. And since it cost me a good Rs. 5,000 Indian rupees, I had decent expectations from it. But as the saying goes “expectations are the thieves of joy”, that’s exactly how I feel about this watch after using it for about a few days.

OnePlus Nord Watch Specifications:

Body: 45.2 x 37.2 x 10.4mm, 52.4/35.6 gm (with/out strap)
Watch Case: Zinc Alloy
Watch Strap: Silicon strap with stainless steel buckle
Display: 1.78-inches AMOLED, 368 x 448 pixels, 326 PPI, 500 nits
Sensors: 3-axis accelerometer, Optical heart rate sensor, SpO2 sensor
Positioning: No
Water Resistance: Yes (IP68 dust/water resistant)
Workout Modes: 105
Memory: 256Mb
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.2 (Android 6.0 or later, iOS 11.0 or later)
Battery: 230mAh cell (Up to 10 days for typical use)
Companion App: N Health (Android | iOS)

OnePlus Nord Watch Review:

Before sharing my experience with the OnePlus Nord Watch, let me clarify to you guys that this is indeed a rebranded product. But weirdly enough, it’s not inspired by any OPPO smartwatch. Its specifications are in fact identical to those of the Haylou RS4 Plus instead. Not just that, the “N Health” companion app for the Nord Watch is the same as the “Haylou Fun” app as well.

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And the funny thing is, despite all this similar foundation, OnePlus hasn’t done it right this time either. For starters, the reason why the OnePlus Band and the OnePlus Watch were pretty bad products is because of their limited and unpolished software experience. Including unreliable health tracking, app issues, and such. And you’ll have the same experience with the Nord Watch too.

The bad OS

Open-source RTOS, 256Mb memory
Auto-workout detection
N Health companion app

It boots on an open-source software platform called “RTOS”, which offers basic navigation features like a control center on the top, with all the notifications at the bottom, and the widgets laid out on the sides. And that “N Health” app I talked about earlier has a generic UI with decent customization options. It lets you view health and exercise data, change your watch face, and do other simple things.

Likewise, the health tracking features that the Nord Watch offers are pretty basic as well. You can keep track of your steps, sleep, heart rate, SpO2, and other metrics here which are very common on much more affordable smartwatches these days.

But the real disappointment kicks in when you find out that even such basic features don’t work properly here. For instance, the watch wasn’t able to track my sleep cycle accurately most of the time. It detects the time I get up nearly 15 minutes after I actually woke up. And it couldn’t record my short naps in the middle of the day either.

Similarly, you can only get SpO2 blood oxygen measurements during the night on the Nord Watch.. it doesn’t support SpO2 monitoring all through the day. Besides that, I would’ve also liked to get an alert of some kind in case my SpO2 level goes above or below a certain level, but that is missing too.

This watch also has an auto-workout detection feature for a couple of exercises like running and walking. But in all my time wearing it on my wrist, it hasn’t once detected my runs or walks. Yeah, not even once! How disappointing is that! And its sedentary reminder feature, which is supposed to remind me to get up and move every now and then, is completely ineffective too.

There’s more!

That’s not all—the OnePlus Nord Watch is incompetent on a few basic things expected from a “smart” watch too.

For example, the raise-to-wake feature simply doesn’t work here. I have enabled it in the display settings, but when looking at the control center, it shows it’s disabled somehow. And no matter how much you try to enable it again, it doesn’t work. Another thing this watch doesn’t do well is sync incoming calls.

I mean, all of these are the most basic features you’d expect from a budget smartwatch and they’re still not done right here. This is certainly not a good sign for OnePlus which is trying to enter a market already crowded with a bunch of well-established smartwatch makers such as Amazfit, Realme, Xiaomi, and such.

Otherwise, it’s good

1.78-inch AMOLED, 60Hz refresh rate
500 nits

But I must say that the animations and the UI responsiveness of the Nord Watch are actually pretty good. There’s no choppiness in the interface, which is mostly thanks to the smooth 60Hz display. And since it uses an AMOLED panel, the colors also look nice and punchy. Considering its display size, the bezels don’t look that thick either.

The watch face options available on the Nord Watch are pretty generic as well. But you don’t get any customizable options. So if you’re someone like me who likes to juggle between multiple dial faces, I’m pretty sure it’s going to be a struggle to find a good watch face here!

Design

Zinc alloy case
Silicon strap
230mAh battery

OnePlus is also playing it safe when it comes to design. I’m not saying that there’s anything wrong with this squared form factor in any way, but this thing is heavily inspired by an Apple Watch. I would’ve liked it more if OnePlus had added a bit of its own personality here. On a positive note, it has a good metal build quality with a shiny finish to it which looks somewhat premium.

It’s also IP68 certified, so you don’t have to worry about dust or water damage. The watch strap is comfortable to wear and I haven’t experienced any sort of itching or discomfort on my wrist either.

The one thing that’s absolutely incredible about the OnePlus Nord Watch is its battery life. On a full charge, I was getting about 8-9 days of juice. But I must mention that such impressive battery endurance is only possible because OnePlus has skipped a bunch of essential features here, while some of them flat-out don’t work. As I discussed earlier. And I forgot to mention before but it doesn’t support Always-on Display as well.

OnePlus Nord Watch Review: Conclusion

Overall, despite having a nice design, a bright display, and long battery life, none of this matters since its software side of things is an utter mess. I’m hopeful that OnePlus patches these issues via future software updates. However, it’s already been a month since this thing has been launched and it hasn’t been fixed yet!

So actually, what I feel about OnePlus—as a brand—right now is that it’s no longer selling a product. It is selling its brand name instead, to peddle up the sales. This has kind of worked in the company’s favor for now since the budget smartphones in the Nord series have been a huge success despite their mediocre specifications.

So I wouldn’t be surprised to see people buying the Nord Watch due to OnePlus’ brand value. But the real truth is that you can find much better alternatives in the market like the Realme Watch 3 Pro or the Amazfit GTS 4 mini that doesn’t suck at being a smartwatch in the first place.

Watch our video review of the OnePlus Nord Watch.

OnePlus Nord Watch Review: Pros and Cons

Pros:

AMOLED display
60Hz refresh rate
Premium design
Enduring battery

Cons:

Serious software flaws
Inaccurate sleep tracking
Ineffective sedentary reminder
No synchronization in calls
Not value for money

OnePlus Nord Watch is here with a big 1.78″ AMOLED display, budget price

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November 12, 2022

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OnePlus Nord Watch is here with a big 1.78″ AMOLED display, budget price

The Nord lineup is home to OnePlus’ midrange smartphones, and many of them have done quite well in the market. OnePlus then expanded the brand to include earbuds. Now it has made the Nord lineup a part of the growing smartwatch segment. Today, we will discuss everything about the new OnePlus Nord Watch, including its specs, features, official price, and availability in Nepal.

OnePlus Nord Watch Overview:

Previous Failures

One Plus’ first attempt at making a smartwatch was a disaster, to say the least. Their OnePlus Watch was met with heavy criticism as it lacked a lot. The hardware itself was decent. The biggest gripe was their lackluster health app.

Similarly, their ~$35 OnePlus Band failed too. Despite their failure, with the Nord Watch, OnePlus seems adamant about establishing itself as a well-versed player in the wearable market.

Design

As confirmed earlier, OnePlus Nord Watch features a 1.78-inch AMOLED screen with a resolution of 368 x 448 pixels. The watch will refresh at 60Hz and boasts typical brightness of 500 nits. It is enclosed by a Zinc alloy case rated for IP68 dust and water resistance.

By default, the OnePlus Nord Watch comes with a silicon strap with stainless steel buckle. With the strap included, the watch measures 52.4 grams while the body alone is 35.6 grams. The watch is available in two colors: Deep Blue and Midnight Black.

Fitness/ Health Tracking

OnePlus Nord Watch comes with an optical heart rate sensor capable of recording your heartbeat 24×7 hours. There is also a SpO2 sensor to track your blood oxygen level. The watch even has sleep tracking and women’s monthly cycle. In addition, there are around 105 built-in sports modes.

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Rest of the Features

The 230mAh battery of the OnePlus Watch is said to last up to 10 days of typical usage. It also boasts 30 days of standby time. The watch charges via a magnetic charger with OnePlus includes in the box.

The OnePlus Watch is compatible with phones with Android 6.0 and iOS 11.0. It connects with the phone with Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity. You can customize the watch via the N Health app.

OnePlus Nord Watch Specifications:

Body: 45.2 x 37.2 x 10.4mm, 52.4/35.6 gm (with/out strap)
Display: 1.78-inches AMOLED, 368 x 448 pixels, 326 PPI, 500 nits
Watch Case: Zinc Alloy
Watch Strap: Silicon strap with stainless steel buckle
Sensors: 3-axis accelerometer, Optical heart rate sensor, SpO2 sensor
Positioning: No
Water Resistance: Yes (IP68 dust/water resistant)
Workout Modes: 105
Storage: 256Mb internal
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.2 (Android 6.0 or later, iOS 11.0 or later)
Battery: 230mAh cell (Up to 10 days for typical use)
Companion App: N Health

OnePlus Nord Watch Price In Nepal

The price of the OnePlus Nord Watch in Nepal is NPR 11,999, which is significantly higher than what it sells in India. When compared to the INR 4,999 price tag, the OnePlus Nord Watch is 50% more expensive in Nepal.

Smartwatch Model	Price in Nepal
OnePlus Nord Watch	NPR 11,999

While you are here, check out our list of the best mid-range smartwatches of 2022.

Titan Smart 2 with 1.78″ AMOLED, 7-day battery now in Nepal

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November 12, 2022

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Titan Smart 2 with 1.78″ AMOLED, 7-day battery now in Nepal

As part of the Dara 11.11 exclusive launches, Titan Nepal has just released its latest smartwatch in Nepal. In this article, we will discuss the specs, features, official price, and availability of the Titan Smart 2 in Nepal.

Titan Smart 2 Overview:

Design and Display

Titan Smart 2 is built around a 1.78-inch AMOLED screen with a 368 x 448-pixel resolution. To make the most of the AMOLED screen, Titan has included Always-On Display and over 100 different watch faces. It is housed inside an aluminum case, with the whole package weighing around 40 grams.

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The watch ships with a black-colored silicone strap with a traditional pink buckle lock mechanism. Titan even has its logo engraved on the buckle. Titan Smart 2 has an official 3ATM rating, making it tight enough to withstand water splashes.

Health and Fitness Tracking

Titan Smart 2 smartwatch has an optical heart rate sensor that can track your heartbeat continuously. Moreover, it can track your blood oxygen (SpO2) saturation, sleep patterns, and stress level. There is even a female health tracker. You can even set reminders to get hydrated and get moving every now and then.

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Smart Features

Like a lot of budget smartwatches, there is no option to make or even take calls on the Titan Smart 2. However, it can still notify you of incoming calls, messages, and other notifications. You can use the watch to control the music player and camera on your phone. Other smart features of the watch include a weather forecaster, a timer, and a stopwatch.

Battery and Charging

Tian has not explicitly mentioned the battery capacity of the Smart 2, but it’s a lithium polymer battery rated for a week’s endurance on normal usage. It charges via a 2-pin pogo pin. The whole charging process takes around 1.5 hours with the charging cable shipped with the box.

Titan Smart 2 Specifications

Body: Aluminum case, 39 grams
Dimension: 50× 42.7 x 12mm
Display: 1.78″ AMOLED, 368 x 448 pixels
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.1
Battery: up to 7 days (typical usage)
Water Resistant: 3 ATM (Waterproof up to 10m)
Sensors: 3-Axis Accelerometer, PPG optical heart rate sensor
Health Tracking: Heart rate monitoring, SpO2, Sleep tracking, Female Health

Titan Smart 2 Price in Nepal and Availability

The Titan Smart 2 is currently exclusive to Daraz, where it’s available for Rs. 9,995 in Nepal.

Smartwatch	Price in Nepal (Official)
Titan Smart 2	Rs. 9,995

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Apple Watch Ultra.

Leica Leitz Phone 2 official with 1-inch camera, 240Hz OLED, and more

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November 12, 2022

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Leica Leitz Phone 2 official with 1-inch camera, 240Hz OLED, and more

Leica has finally released a successor to last year’s Leitz Phone 1. Dubbed the Leica Leitz Phone 2, it is made in collaboration with Sharp and SoftBank. The phone shares a lot of hardware features with the Sharp Aquos R7 but has a more robust design. Let’s take a look at the Leica Leitz Phone 2 and its specifications, as well as its expected price in Nepal.

Leica Leitz Phone 2 Overview:

Camera

As the Leica Leitz Phone 2 is a rebranded Sharp Aquos R7, it comes with the same set of cameras. On the back, it sports a 1-inch 47.2MP image sensor paired with a 1.9MP depth sensor. Similarly, the front camera is a 12.6MP selfie shooter.

The rear camera is protected by a magnetic lens cap which comes included in the box. Moreso, the cap can be used with a case as well.

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Design, Display

As for the design, the Leitz Phone 2 looks more premium and appealing in comparison to its Sharp counterpart. The phone is available in a single Leica White colorway while its predecessor came in black. The body does not have any Leica branding but the Leitz logo can be seen on the camera ring as well as the middle of the rear panel.

The phone offers a 6.6-inch IGZO OLED display with WUXGA+ resolution and a fast 240Hz refresh rate. Also, the screen boasts 10-bit color depth and 2,000 nits of peak brightness. Like the Aquos R7, the Leitz 2 has an ultrasonic fingerprint reader under the display.

Performance

Leica’s latest phone is powered by the flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset. The company has paired the chip with 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage. Moreover, it supports storage expansion of up to 1TB via a microSD card.

The device boots on an Android 12-based custom Leica interface. A notable feature is the LFI widget which displays pictures shot by Leica users. The camera app is also inspired by Leica’s cameras and users can pick different M-series-inspired shutter sounds and filters. There is even a new Golden Hour widget that will suggest you the time for the best atmosphere based on the location.

Rest of the Specs

In addition, the phone packs a massive 5,000mAh battery with support for 50W wireless charging. Wired charging is rated at 67W. The Leica Leitz 2 also has an IP68 rating which makes it dust and water-resistant.

For wireless connectivity, it has Bluetooth 5.2, WiFi 6, sub-6GHz 5G, GNSS, and NFC. Here, Leica has not omitted the 3.5 headphone jack, unlike other companies.

Leica Leitz 2 Specifications:

Display: 6.6-inches OLED, 240Hz refresh rate
Resolution: WUXGA+ (2730 x 1260 pixels)
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
Memory: 12GB LPDDR5 RAM, 512GB UFAS 3.1 storage (expandable)
Software & UI: Android 12
Rear Camera: Dual, 47.2MP + 1.9MP
Front Camera: 12.6MP (punch-hole)
Security: Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor (in-display)
Audio: 3.5mm headphone jack, stereo speaker
Connectivity: 5G Dual-SIM, WiFi 6, NFC, Bluetooth 5.2, USB Type-C
Battery: 5000mAh, 67W wired / 50W wireless charging

Leica Leitz Phone 2 Price in Nepal (Expected)

The phone is available in Japan for JPY 225,360 which is around USD 1,540. We expect the Leica Leitz Phone 2 to retail in Nepal for around NPR 231,999 if it ever launches here.

Leica Leitz Phone 2	Price in Japan (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
12/512GB	JPY 225,360	NPR 231,999

Meanwhile, check out our review of the iPhone 14 Pro Max.

Three Nepali teams are competing in PUBG Mobile Global Championship 2022

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November 10, 2022

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Three Nepali teams are competing in PUBG Mobile Global Championship 2022

The PUBG Mobile Global Championship (PMGC) 2022 is live with the League matches starting from November 10, 2022, at 10:45 (UTC + 0). The two-month-long event will begin with 48 teams among which three teams DRS Gaming, Skylightz Gaming and Trained to Kill (T2K) hail from Nepal. Continue reading to learn more about it.

PUBG Mobile Global Championship 2022 Overview:

The PUBG Mobile Global Championship is following a new league format this year with matches taking place in four stages. The 48 teams have been divided into three groups Red, Yellow, and Green. Each group has 16 teams. As for the Nepali teams, DRS Gaming will compete in Group Red, Skylitz Gaming in Group Green, and T2K is a part of Group Yellow.

Group Stage

The PMGC 2022 Group Stage will last from November 10 to November 27. Each of the teams will play in a certain week with 4 matchdays a week. One matchday will have 6 games making a total of 24 games per week. At the end of the stage, the top 3 teams will advance to the Grand Finals. While the bottom 5 teams will face elimination, the rest will advance to the Survival Stage.

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Survival Stage and Last Chance

The Survival Stage will start on November 30 and last 3 days. The 24 teams from Group Stage will be divided into 3 groups. A total of 18 matches will take place in a Round-Robin format. As a result, the top 16 teams will advance to Last Chance.

The 16 teams will then compete in the Last Chance for a shot at the Grand Finals. However, only the top 4 teams will qualify. Qualifying teams will be decided from 12 matches.

Grand Finals

The PMGC 2022 Grand Finals will take place in Jakarta, Indonesia from January 6 to January 8, 2023. A total of 16 teams will compete in the event. Besides the 13 teams that qualified from the previous stages, 3 additional special invitees will play as well. Two confirmed invitees are Alter Ego Limax and Team SMG.

PUBG Mobile Global Championship 2022 Prize Pool

The PUBG Mobile Global Championship 2022 has a prize pool of USD 4 million. Surprisingly, this is a downgrade from last year’s USD 6 million prize pool.

Meanwhile, check out our review of AYANEO Air.

Garmin launches Instinct Crossover with rugged design, analog hands

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November 9, 2022

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Garmin launches Instinct Crossover with rugged design, analog hands

Garmin has added yet another rugged smartwatch to its portfolio. This time, it’s Instinct Crossover, which is a hybrid smartwatch. So let’s get into the specs, features, availability, and expected price of the Garmin Instinct Crossover in Nepal.

Garmin Instinct Crossover Overview:

Design, Display

Like most hybrid smartwatches, the Instinct Crossover is aimed at folks who prefer a classic look with the benefits of a modern smartwatch. Still, it has the rigidity that you’re used to from Garmin’s Instinct lineup. It is resistant to heat and shock and meets the military-grade MIL-STD-810 standard. Also, it is waterproof up to 10 ATM.

The dial has a 0.9-inch screen with a resolution of 176 x 176 pixels. The watch has physical hour hands coated with Super LumiNova coating that glows in the dark. Likewise, a new feature called “RevoDrive” technology auto-calibrates the hour hands even in the harshest activities and environments. It is available in three different models: the Instinct Crossover, the Instinct Crossover Solar, and the Instinct Crossover Solar Tactical.

Battery

The Solar edition, as the name suggests, supports solar charging and has an infinite battery life in power-saving mode. Otherwise, it can provide up to 70 days of battery life in smartwatch mode.

The standard Instinct Crossover, on the other hand, is claimed to last nearly a month on a charge with full smartwatch features and 110 hours with GPS tracking.

Features

The Instinct Crossover supports Gramin’s full suite of health and fitness tracking. This includes Health monitoring activity, which allows users to record key health metrics in a single view, such as Body Battery, stress, and heart rate. Fitness enthusiasts can track VO2 Max, Pulse Oxide levels, and Training Status from the watch itself.

It also has GPS, multi-GNASS support, and other navigational features such as trackback. On top of that, the crossover’s Tactical edition includes night vision compatibility, stealth mode, dual-format GPS, a kill switch, and other features.

Garmin Instinct Crossover Specifications:

Dimensions: 45.0 x 45.0 x 16.2 mm
Weight: 65g
Display: Monochrome, 176 x 176 pixels, Analog hands with Super-LumiNova coating
Durability: MIL-STD-810-compliant
Water resistance: Yes, 10 ATM
Sensors: Heart rate, compass, barometric altimeter, accelerometer, thermometer, and blood oxygen sensor
Battery Life:
- Crossover: up to 70 days (batter saver mode) / up to 28 days (smartwatch mode)
- Crossover Solar / Tactical Edition: Infinite (battery saver mode) / up to 70 days (smartwatch mode)
Connectivity: Bluetooth, ANT+, GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO

Garmin Instinct Crossover Price in Nepal and Availability

The standard edition of the Garmin Instinct Crossover is available in Tidal Blue and Graphite and costs USD 499.99. Whereas the solar version costs USD 549.99. On the other hand, Crossover Solar Tactical Edition retails at USD 599.99. We expect the price of Garmin Instinct Crossover to start at NPR 85,000 if it launches in Nepal.

Garmin Instinct Crossover	Price in the US	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Standard Edition	USD 499.99	NPR 80,000
Solar Edition	USD 549.99	NPR 85,000
Solar Tactical Edition	USD 599.99	NPR 95,000

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Apple Watch Ultra.

MediaTek surpasses Qualcomm to launch Arm v9 SoC with hardware ray-tracing

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November 9, 2022

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MediaTek surpasses Qualcomm to launch Arm v9 SoC with hardware ray-tracing

MediaTek announced its latest flagship processor in an event yesterday. Called the Dimensity 9200, it’s the world’s first mobile silicon based on Arm’s v9 architecture. Let’s see what other upgrades MediaTek Dimensity 9200 brings along with the smartphones that are scheduled to launch with this SoC.

MediaTek Dimensity 9200 Overview:

CPU

The Dimensity 9200 is the world’s first chip with Arm v9 architecture, as well as the first to include the Cortex-X3 core. This single core runs at 3.05GHz and is accompanied by three 2.85GHz Arm Cortex-A715 cores and four efficiency Arm Cortex-A510 cores.

Here MediaTek is using TSMC’s second-generation 4nm node (N4P) fabrication process, which has previously been seen on the Dimensity 9000+ and Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. According to the company, the CPU’s peak performance power consumption is reduced by 25% when compared to its predecessor.

GPU

MediaTek has made some worthy advancements on the GPU front as well. The Dimensity 9200 is baked with an all-new 11-core Immortalis G715 GPU from Arm with Vulkan 1.3 support and hardware-based ray tracing. Although this is not the first chip with this tech.

Instead, Samsung unveiled the Exynos 2200 as the world’s first hardware-based ray tracing chip. Still, the Dimensity 9200 is a beast in its own right and is capable of pushing up to 240Hz at FHD or a 5K display at 60Hz. The chipset has MediaTek’s HyperEngine 6.0 Gaming Technology for fast, fluid action.

The GPU also brings Variable Rate Shading (VRS) that allows double machine learning performance over the predecessor, and ARM Fixed Rate Compression (AFRC) for reduced bandwidth usage.

APU, ISP

MediaTek is introducing a sixth-generation AI Processing Unit with the Dimensity 9200. The APU 690 is able to outperforms it predecessor by 35% in the ETHZ5.0 benchmark app.

Similarly, the processor employs the Imagiq 890 ISP, which provides the first native support for RGBW sensors and uses 34% less power. It can work in conjunction with APU via Video Stream Engine to enable device manufacturers to add unique AI-video enhancements to the video stream as it is processed by the ISP.

Rest of the specs

Moving on, this new mobile silicon supports LPDRR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 storage. It’s also the first chipset to support Wi-Fi 7, with data transfers of up to 6.5Gbps. Rest of the connectivity option include Sub-6GHz, mmWave, and Bluetooth 5.3

MediaTek Dimensity 9200 Specifications:

Manufacturing Process: TSMC’s 2nd Gen 4nm (N4P)
CPU: Octa-core
– 1x Arm Cortex-X3 @ 3.05GHz
– 3x Arm Cortex-A715 @ 2.85GHz
– 4x Arm Cortex-A510 @ 1.8GHz
GPU: 11-core
– Arm Immortalis G715 GPU
– Hardware-based raytracing
Display: FHD+ @ 240Hz | WHQD up to 144Hz | 5K (2.5kx2) up to 60Hz AI 6th Gen
APU: APU 690
Memory: LPDDR5X (8533Mbps), UFS 4.0
ISP: 18-bit HDR ISP, 4K HDR video on 3 cameras simultaneously, Native RGBW sensor support
Connectivity: Sub-6GHz + mmWave, Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 7 (up to 65 Gbps), Wireless Stereo Audio

MediaTek Dimensity 9200 Availability

It’s officially confirmed by the MediaTek that smartphones powered by the Dimensity 9200 will be available in the market by the end of 2022. Vivo and Oppo have already entered the race to be the first to launch a flagship device with the new SoC. Executives from Xiaomi, Honor and ASUS ROG also confirmed a device with a Dimensity 9200.

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra.

Redmi 10C with Snapdragon 680, 50MP camera launched in Nepal

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November 8, 2022

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Redmi 10C with Snapdragon 680, 50MP camera launched in Nepal

Xiaomi has unveiled the Redmi 10C smartphone in Nepal. It’s the successor to last year’s Redmi 9C. In this article, we will go through the specs, features, availability, and official price of Redmi 10C in Nepal.

Redmi 10C Overview:

Design and Display

The Redmi 10C sports a big 6.71-inch screen with a waterdrop-style notch on the front. The device’s back comes with a textured finish; while the camera island is a squarish shape that houses camera lenses as well as a fingerprint sensor. On a quick glance, the rear camera module looks to be inspired by the Realme Narzo 50A. Moreover, the 10C is available in three colors: Black, Green, and Blue color options.

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Performance

Under the hood, Redmi has replaced the Helio G96 on 9C for Snapdragon 680 on the 10C. The new chipset not only features newer CPU cores but is also based on a more power-efficient 6nm process. In terms of memory, it has 4GB of RAM and up to 128GB of internal storage.

Rest of the specs

Furthermore, as for the optics, it has a 50MP primary camera and an auxiliary 2MP macro lens. For selfies, there’s a 5MP sensor on the aforementioned waterdrop notch. Similarly, the handset is powered by a 5000mAh battery that now supports 18W fast charging—up from 10W on its predecessor.

Redmi 10C Specifications:

Display: 6.71-inch IPS LCD panel, 60Hz refresh rate
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 (6nm)
Memory: 4GB LPDDR4x RAM, 64GB UFS 2.2 internal storage
Rear Camera: 50MP primary, 2MP macro
Selfie Camera: 5MP sensor (waterdrop notch)
Battery: 5000mAh with 18W flash charge
Colors: Black, Blue, Green

Redmi 10C Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of Redmi 10C in Nepal is Rs. 18,999 for the sole 4/64GB variant. You can buy Redmi 10C at the official price from Hukut and other Xiaomi-authorized stores in Nepal.

Redmi 10C	Price in Nepal (Official)	Availability
4/64GB	Rs. 18,999	Hukut

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Redmi 9A.

Best Budget Fitness Trackers in Nepal [Updated]

Nikhil Shrestha

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November 7, 2022

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Best Budget Fitness Trackers in Nepal [Updated]

In this article, we’ve listed the best budget fitness trackers that you could buy in Nepal right now. Fitness trackers (aka fitness bands) have made our lives a lot easier. And while keeping track of health may have become easy because of such devices, buying the perfect one for you is a different story altogether.

You can go for a full-fledged smartwatch or maybe a modest fitness tracker. Or instead, you can choose one from the now trending budget fitness trackers. So in this article, we’ll be talking about the best cheap, budget fitness trackers (fitness bands) you can buy in Nepal. Let’s begin.

Best budget fitness trackers in Nepal:

7. Amazfit Band 5

Taking the seventh position on our list of best budget fitness trackers in Nepal is the Amazfit Band 5. If you didn’t already know, Amazfit’s parent company Huami also manufactures Xiaomi’s wearables which include the Mi Band 5, 6, and other newer modes. And the Amazfit Band 5 is pretty similar to the Mi Band 5 which is no longer in Nepal.

Anyway, it features a 1.1″ AMOLED screen with a peak brightness of 450 nits. Just like its previous iterations, Amazfit has installed a 2.5D reinforced glass and anti-fingerprint coating on this one too. And as you’d expect, this panel is extremely vibrant with great contrast and plenty of brightness to be visible in outdoor situations as well. As for health tracking, the Amazfit Band 5 includes an SpO2 sensor for logging your blood oxygen saturation levels.

Built-in Alexa

Now, even though none of the fitness trackers is a substitute for a dedicated medical device, Amazfit Band 5’s SpO2 monitoring is still a decent indicator of your health. Moreover, it has 24/7 heart rate (PPG heart rate sensor), 24-hour sleep, step, stress, sports (11 in total: walking, yoga, cycle, jump rope, swim, freestyle, etc.), and women’s health (menstrual cycle, ovulation phases) tracking.

Besides this, it also has Amazon Alexa built-in. Although you won’t be able to make phone calls on this, Amazfit lets you get your answers, translations, or set alarms via Alexa. The Amazfit Band 5 boasts an incredible battery life too; 15 days under normal usage and up to a whopping 25 days under battery-saving mode. And this fitness band fuels up using Amazfit’s magnetic charger in a little over an hour.

Okay, while the Amazfit Band 5 is certainly a competent entry-level fitness tracker, it’s best that you expand your budget and get something newer instead. Like the Amazfit Band 7, Redmi Band Pro, or other ones that you’ll come across later in this list of best budget fitness trackers in Nepal. Not only do they look much more modern than the Band 5, but their feature suite—including health and fitness tracking ones—are a lot more mature as well.

Amazfit Band 5 Specifications:

Display: 1.1″ AMOLED panel, 294 x 126 pixels resolution
Dial shape: Elliptical
Body: 18.15 x 12.4 x 47.2 mm, 24gm (with TPU strap)
Strap: Removable silicone strap, 18mm width
Battery: 125mAh, Up to 15 days endurance, 2-pin POGO pin charging (magnetic)
Connection: Bluetooth v5.0 LE
Compatible with: Android 5.0, iOS 10 and above
IP Rating: 5 ATM water-resistance
Sensors: 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis gyroscope, PPG heart rate, SpO2 sensor
Functions: Alarm, Calories Burned, DND, Heart Rate Monitor, Notifications, Sleep Tracking, Step Counter, Stress, Women’s Health, Breathing Exercise, Sports Mode (11), Alexa built-in
Companion App: Zepp (Android | iOS)
Colors: Midnight Black, Olive, Orange
Price in Nepal: Rs. 4,400

6. Mi Smart Band 6

The next entry in our list of best budget fitness trackers in Nepal is the Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 6 (or Mi Band 6). As other manufacturers shift to a bigger form factor in their newest fitness bands, Xiaomi followed suit as well. Compared to the 1.1″ screen on its predecessor, the Mi Band 6 has a bigger 1.56″ AMOLED display. Despite this, both of them are packaged in a similar body.

This means that Xiaomi has gotten rid of the top and bottom bezels to accommodate a bigger screen. While this big screen sure does look nice, the cramped layout means it doesn’t quite solve the issues with the smaller display on the Mi Band 5. The font size in notifications and other menus is quite small and it’s relatively less readable compared to say… the Honor Band 6 or numerous other options that you’ll come across later on this list.

SpO2 monitoring

Despite this, the system text, animations look quite sharp here and colors pop out quite nicely as well. Another upgrade in last year’s Mi Band is the inclusion of blood oxygen (SpO2) monitoring. While it doesn’t support continuous SpO2 tracking, it can record your SpO2 levels overnight. Besides this, the Mi Band 6 can keep track of your heart rate, stress, and sleep quality as well.

As for exercises, this fitness tracker supports 30 fitness modes in total, including ones like HIIT, basketball, zumba, pilates, and more. And it can automatically recognize and start recording 6 workouts on its own too. Mi Band 6 packs the same 125mAh battery that’s rated to last up to 14 days in normal mode.

Mi Smart Band 6 Specifications:

Display: 1.56″ AMOLED panel, 326 x 152 pixels resolution, 326 PPI
Dial shape: Elliptical
Body: 18.6 x 12.7 x 47.4 mm, 12.8gm
Strap: Removable silicone strap, 18mm width
Battery: 125mAh, Up to 14 days endurance; 2-pin POGO pin charging (magnetic)
Connection: Bluetooth v5.0 LE
Compatible with: Android 5.0, iOS 10.0 and above
IP Rating: 5 ATM water-resistance
Sensors: 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis gyroscope, PPG heart rate sensor, SpO2 sensor
Functions: Alarm, Calories Burned, DND, Heart Rate Monitor, Notifications, Sleep Tracking, Step Counter, Stress, Women’s Health, Breathing Exercise, Sports Mode (30)
Companion App: Mi Fit (Android | iOS)
Colors: Black, Blue, Orange, Yellow, Olive, Ivory
Price in Nepal: Rs. 5,999
Read our review of Mi Smart Band 6
Watch our review of Mi Smart Band 6

5. Honor Band 6

Moving on, the Honor Band 6 takes the fifth spot in our list of best budget fitness trackers in Nepal. Now, it is quite similar to the Huawei Band 6 below, so I’ll be keeping this short here. The Honor Band 6 arrives in a similar build as its Huawei counterpart, but this one has a slightly inferior design language.

While the Huawei Band 6 has a metallic finish on its polymer fiber frame, the one on the Honor Band 6 is plain plastic—and there’s a rather off-putting “Honor” branding on the left frame as well. But since that part won’t be the center of attraction when putting on this fitness band, it’s not that big a deal.

On top of this, the Honor Band 6 is 5 ATM resistant as well. As a result, you can wear it even during deep dive swimming sessions without a care in the world. Plus, the band can even track your swimming workout. Talking about workouts, this can track 10 of them in total—including automatic detection of 6 workouts. These include indoor and outdoor running, indoor and outdoor walking, rowing, and elliptical machine.

No 24-hour SpO2 tracking

Compared to the Huawei Band 6 which boasts 96 workout modes, this is a pretty small number. Yet, it is crucial to understand that Huawei’s wearable basically records the same health metrics in all those 80+ miscellaneous workouts. However, it does bring a couple of crucial features like all-day SpO2 monitoring and newer TruSleep 2.0 that the Honor Band 6 lacks.

Fueling this budget fitness tracker is a 180mAh battery that is rated to last up to 2 weeks. Under regular usage, you can easily squeeze out 10 days of endurance from this thing. Plus, the Honor Band 6 also supports fast charging which takes its battery from 0 to 100% in under 50 minutes.

Honor Band 6 Specifications:

Display: 1.47″ AMOLED panel, 368 x 194 pixels resolution
Dial shape: Squarish
Body: 25.4 x 11.45 x 43 mm, 18gm (without strap)
Strap: Proprietary silicone strap (removable)
Battery: Up to 14 days endurance; 2-pin POGO pin charging (magnetic)
Connection: Bluetooth v5.0
Compatible with: Android 5.0, iOS 9.0 and above
IP Rating: 5 ATM water-resistance
Sensors: Acceleration, Gyroscope, Optical heart rate, SpO2
Functions: Alarm, Calories Burned, DND, Heart Rate Monitor, Notifications, Sleep Tracking, Step Counter, Sports Mode (10), Blood Oxygen, Women’s Health
Companion App: Huawei Health (Android | iOS)
Colors: Meteorite Black, Sandstone Grey, Coral Pink
Price in Nepal: Rs. 6,490
Read our review of Honor Band 6
Watch our review of Honor Band 6

4. Redmi Smart Band Pro

And taking the fourth position on our list of best budget fitness trackers in Nepal is the Redmi Smart Band Pro. This is the first Redmi-branded fitness band to officially arrive in the Nepali market. And it’s quite a capable fitness tracker as well. You can keep track of over 110 exercise modes here; including the basic ones like running, walking, cycling, and pool swimming, all the way to yoga, trail running, and more.

And it can automatically record walking, running, and treadmill exercises as well. It’s got a nice suite of health-tracking features too. Redmi Smart Band Pro supports 24-hour heart-rate monitoring and it can also alert you if your heart-rate level is abnormally high or abnormally low. Besides this, there’s also stress, sleep, female health tracking, and breathing exercise support.

No all-day SpO2 monitoring

Unfortunately, it can’t automatically keep a log of your blood oxygen level all through the day. In the current day and age, that’s quite an important omission. So if you want 24-hour SpO2 tracking, then you can check out other entries on our list of best budget fitness trackers in Nepal instead. Getting to design, the Redmi Smart Band Pro looks pretty basic for a 2022 fitness tracker. And it doesn’t help that the band is available only in a single black color option.

Anyway, while there’s no dust protection here, it is 5 ATM water-resistant up to 50 meters deep. Redmi Smart Band Pro also sports a nice 1.47″ AMOLED display with an incredible 100% NTSC color coverage. And apart from its sharp pixel density, this fitness band can also stay plenty bright outdoors thanks to its 450 nits max brightness. When it comes to watch faces, Redmi gives you over 50 options to choose from here.

That certainly isn’t a lot compared to what competitors like Huawei, Honor, and Amazfit offer for their fitness bands, but that selection should grow over time. And I gotta say that Redmi’s available watch face options are quite nice too. This fitness band promises two weeks of battery life under typical usage—or up to 20 days under power-saving mode via its 200mAh battery. And it fuels up via a regular 2-pin magnetic POGO connector.

Redmi Smart Band Pro Specifications:

Display: 1.47″ AMOLED panel, 368 x 194 pixels resolution, 100% NTSC
Dial shape: Squarish
Body: 24.45 x 10.15 x 42.05 mm, 15gm (without strap)
Strap: TPU strap (black)
Battery: Up to 14 days endurance; 2-pin POGO pin charging (magnetic)
Connection: Bluetooth v5.0 (BLE)
Compatible with: Android 6.0, iOS 10.0 and above
IP Rating: 5 ATM water-resistance
Sensors: 6-axis (3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis gyroscope), PPG heart rate, Light
Functions: Alarm, Calories Burned, DND, Heart Rate Monitor, Notifications, Sleep Tracking, Step Counter, Sports Mode (110), Blood Oxygen, Women’s Health
Companion App: Mi Fitness (Android | iOS)
Colors: Black
Price in Nepal: Rs. 6,199

3. Huawei Band 6

Now, the bronze medal in our list of best budget fitness trackers goes to the Huawei Band 6. It is actually quite similar to the comparatively cheaper Honor Band 6 above—and also the Huawei Band 7 that you’ll find later on this list. And considering everything you’re getting for the price, this is easily one of the best budget fitness trackers in Nepal right now.

From its bold design to other perks, it outclasses much of the competition by a long shot. It sports a wide, large 1.47″ AMOLED display for excellent visibility and readability. So every UI elements are much easier to read and comprehend here, while navigating through swipes on this comparatively wider screen is also quite easier. Not to mention, the color reproduction and brightness levels of this screen are fantastic as well.

Premium build quality

Anyway, it has a fairly premium build quality too. This polymer fiber watch frame brings a metallic texture that feels quite nice. It also has a button on the side to wake up the screen or trigger the menu. Huawei also promises up to 96 workout modes on this fitness tracker. However, besides the 10 professional modes, all it does on the remaining ones is track your heart rate, calories burnt, and classify the stress of training.

And like most other fitness trackers, the Huawei Band 6 also supports automatic workout detection. Moving on, a unique feature of this band compared to every other entry in our list of best budget fitness trackers in Nepal so far, is its ability to record your blood oxygen levels throughout the day. More specifically, the Huawei Band 6 graphs your SpO2 level every 30 minutes all day.

Additionally, its TruSleep 2.0-powered sleep tracking can detect 6 major sleep problems and up to 200 suggestions to improve your sleep quality. In terms of battery endurance, Huawei says the band can last up to 14 days under normal usage. And it fuels up via a proprietary 2-pin POGO magnetic charger.

Huawei Band 6 Specifications:

Display: 1.47″ AMOLED panel, 368 x 194 pixels resolution
Dial shape: Squarish
Body: 25.4 x 11.45 x 43 mm, 18gm (without strap)
Strap: Proprietary silicone strap (removable)
Battery: Up to 14 days endurance; 2-pin POGO pin charging (magnetic)
Connection: Bluetooth v5.0
Compatible with: Android 6.0, iOS 9.0 and above
IP Rating: 5 ATM water-resistance
Sensors: 6-axis IMU (accelerometer, gyro), optical heart rate, SpO2
Functions: Alarm, Calories Burned, DND, Heart Rate Monitor, Notifications, Sleep Tracking, Step Counter, Stress, Women’s Health, Breathing Exercise, Sports Modes (96)
Companion App: Huawei Health (Android | iOS)
Colors: Graphite Black, Amber Sunrise, Forest Green, Sakura Pink
Price in Nepal: Rs. 6,999
Read our review of Huawei Band 6
Watch our review of Huawei Band 6

2. Amazfit Band 7

Likewise, the new Amazfit Band 7 takes the second spot on our list of best budget fitness trackers in Nepal. Compared to the Amazfit Band 5 above, this guy introduces a massive upgrade on the design front, While the Band 5 had this classic slim, narrow display, the Amazfit Band 7 gets a much wider 1.47″ AMOLED display instead. That translates to a roughly 112% larger viewing area here. So every UI element including texts, icons, and animations look much clearer on this fitness band.

Not just that, but the actual quality of its display is quite nice as well; be it in terms of sharpness, colors, brightness, or viewing angles. It also supports Always-on Display (AoD) and Amazfit says there are over 50 watch faces with matching AoD for the Band 7. As for the color options, you can find this fitness band in multiple finishes including black, beige, pink, green, and more. But not all of them have made it to the Nepali market.

Fluid Zepp OS

In terms of software, the Amazfit Band 7 runs on the company’s proprietary Zepp OS platform (do note that Amazfit’s newer smartwatches run on the updated Zepp OS 2.0 platform instead). With this, you can expect a well-designed software experience with fluid UI/UX responsiveness. There’s also an app store here that lets you install up to 10 mini-apps.

When it comes to health monitoring, the Amazfit Band 7 covers most options you’d expect from a budget fitness tracker. From 24 hour heart-rate, SpO2, and stress tracking to sleep monitoring, it can do them all. And I find the one-tap measurement feature especially useful where I can get my heart rate, blood-oxygen saturation, and stress level reading with just one tap instead of having to individually measure them one by one.

Amazfit Band 7 is also pretty great at fitness tracking. The company says it can log over 120 different sports modes here, although the majority of them keep track of your heart rate, calories burnt, and other basic data only; instead of workout-specific metrics. Thanks to its 5 ATM water resistance, the Band 7 can also record your pool swimming exercises. Then there’s the PAI health assessment system, which encourages you to engage in daily exercise routines by assigning a score to your entire day’s health and fitness data.

And among the 120 sports modes, the band can also automatically recognize and record 4 of them. These include walking, running, elliptical, and rowing machines. As for the battery, the Amazfit Band 7 sports a 232mAh cell that promises up to 18 days of endurance on a typical usage pattern. And that number goes down to around 12 days under a heavy usage scenario with a lot of fitness tracking.

Amazfit Band 7 Specifications:

Display: 1.47″ AMOLED panel, 368 x 198 pixels resolution
Dial shape: Squarish
Body: 24.36 x 12.2 x 42.33 mm, 28gm (with strap)
Strap: TPU strap (16mm wide)
Battery: Up to 18 days endurance; 2-pin POGO pin charging (magnetic)
Connection: Bluetooth v5.2 (BLE)
Compatible with: Android 7.0, iOS 12.0 and above
IP Rating: 5 ATM water-resistance
Sensors: BioTracker 3.0 PPG biometric (supports blood-oxygen, 1PD + 2LED), 3-axis acceleration, Geomagnetic
Functions: Alarm, Calories Burned, DND, Heart Rate Monitor, Notifications, Sleep Tracking, Step Counter, Sports Mode (120), Blood Oxygen, Women’s Health, Amazon Alexa support
Companion App: Zepp (Android | iOS)
Colors: Black, Beige, Pink
Price in Nepal: Rs. 6,799

1. Huawei Band 7

Finally, the number one spot on our list of best budget fitness trackers goes to the newly launched Huawei Band 7. It is quite similar to last year’s Huawei Band 6 (which is still available in Nepal by the way), but kicks in a few extra features like Always-on Display support and slightly slimmer and lighter build quality. More importantly, Huawei Nepal has launched the Band 7 at a somewhat reasonable price considering how the Band 6 made its debut at an outrageous price of Rs. 9,490.

Anyway, Huawei Band 7 continues the legacy of its predecessors almost to a fault. By that, I mean how the company has introduced so few upgrades this time. From the display and battery life to all the health and fitness tracking it is pretty much the same as the Huawei Band 6. So while that essentially means Band 6 owners have no reason to upgrade to this, if you’re in the market for a new fitness band, this is definitely one of the best options available in Nepal right now.

First up is its spacious 1.47″ AMOLED display that is plenty sharp, colorful, and bright enough to deliver clear outdoor visibility. I would’ve liked to see Huawei add automatic brightness adjustment this time but that’s non-existent here. But the Band 7 does have this option that automatically dims the display at night when enabled. It’s not the most elegant solution out there, but I’ll take it.

Attractive color options

Anyway, it has a fairly nice build quality as well. Available in four color options, the Huawei Band 7 uses polymer materials for the case with a nice satin matte finish. For easier navigation, it has a button on the right frame with which you can wake up the screen, go to the homescreen, or launch the workout menu. Its strap is user-removable and you can also find third-party straps for the Huawei Band 7.

As for fitness tracking, it supports a total of 96 workout modes—just like its predecessor. The band can also detect a few exercises including walking, running, and more on its own. And after you complete a workout, it gives a fairly detailed read of the session, including training load. But unfortunately, there is no built-in GPS on this fitness band, so you’ll need your phone for that.

Huawei Band 7 has got most health monitoring features covered. This includes all-day heart rate, stress, and blood oxygen saturation (SpO2). It can also send you an alert in case any of those values hit an abnormal level. And with TruSleep 2.0 algorithm, Band 7 can detect 6 major sleep problems and up to 200 suggestions to improve your sleep quality. Battery-wise, Huawei promises up to 2 weeks of endurance here. Just like in the Band 6.

Huawei Band 7 Specifications:

Display: 1.47″ AMOLED panel, 368 x 194 pixels resolution
Dial shape: Squarish
Body: 26 x 9.99 x 44.35 mm, 16gm (without strap)
Strap: Proprietary silicone strap (removable)
Battery: Up to 14 days endurance; 2-pin POGO pin charging (magnetic)
Connection: Bluetooth v5.0
Compatible with: Android 6.0, iOS 9.0 and above
IP Rating: 5 ATM water-resistance
Sensors: Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Optical heart rate
Functions: Alarm, Calories Burned, DND, Heart Rate Monitor, Notifications, Sleep Tracking, Step Counter, Stress, Women’s Health, Breathing Exercise, Sports Modes (96)
Companion App: Huawei Health (Android | iOS)
Colors: Graphite Black, Flame Red, Wilderness Green, Nebula Pink
Price in Nepal: Rs. 7,990

Best budget fitness trackers in Nepal [Summary]

Rank	Best Budget Fitness Trackers in Nepal	Price
1	Huawei Band 7	Rs. 7,990
2	Amazfit Band 7	Rs. 6,799
3	Huawei Band 6	Rs. 6,999
4	Redmi Smart Band Pro	Rs. 6,199
5	Honor Band 6	Rs. 6,490
6	Mi Smart Band 6	Rs. 5,999
7	Amazfit Band 5	Rs. 4,400

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