Researchers at University College London have discovered a method for detecting illegal and dangerous things, such as explosives, with 100% efficiency. The scientists used an AI-powered X-ray system to detect these illicit items. Continue reading to learn more about the AI-based X-rays system.
AI-based X-ray Overview:
X-ray scanning of objects
You’ve probably noticed that our hand luggage is scanned by an X-ray machine before we board the plane. X-ray scanners create a picture of what’s inside your bags and allow security personnel to inspect anything that appears suspicious.
However, some explosives can be difficult to detect using a standard X-ray alone. This is where the new AI-powered X-ray scanning is expected to revolutionize the industry.
The X-ray technique works by scanning objects with rays (obviously). Even minor changes or irregularities in the object cause the X-ray beam to bend as it passes through it during the scanning process. This minor deviation in an X-ray beam can occur at angles as small as a microradian, which is approximately 20,000 times smaller than a degree.
These beams capture all of the object’s microscopic details. But sadly, the conventional system of X-ray scanning was unable to detect these beams. As a result, scanners are losing a lot of valuable data, allowing criminals to easily escape from security with items like drugs and guns.
Therefore, the research team at University College, London, recorded the measurement of these angles or deviations and combined it with AI to accurately identify objects and materials based on their texture. When tested on explosives, this system’s detection rate was found to be 100%.
Professor Sandro Olivo, the senior author of the study, said “So far, we have shown it works extremely well for detecting explosives, but it could be used in any application that relies on X-rays, such as medical imaging or detecting weaknesses in industrial structures.”
Scans microscopic structures
Since the new system can detect even the smallest deviation, it can easily display the microscopic structure. As a result, researchers can now distinguish between dangerous and normal materials by analyzing microscopic irregularities.
‘We are working with Professor Olivo’s team to bring this transformative technology into the industrial field to improve quality and safety,’ said co-author David Bate.
“By training the AI on ‘perfect’ components, we predict that the technique will be able to identify defects in industrial components such as cracks, rust, or gaps before they are visible to the naked eye,” he added.
AI-based X-ray: Launch and Availability
Scientists are currently working on improving this system so that they can test it for other objects as well. It is rated to identify explosives with 100% accuracy. And we hope that it will aid in the detection of other materials such as drugs with such efficiency.
Meanwhile, check out our review of the HP Victus 15.
Realme’s 9 series in Nepal is already populated with four smartphones. And today, the company added a fifth member, called the Realme 9i 5G. So, let’s look at the specifications, features, availability, and official price of the Realme 9i 5G in Nepal.
Realme 9i 5G Specifications:
Design, Display
The design is something that sets the 9i 5G apart from its siblings. The smartphone draws design inspiration from vintage CDs which the company calls “Laser Light Design.”
The phone’s back panel has light rays coming through the protruded camera lenses. Even with such a design, the Realme says the device stays flat on a level surface. It will be available in two colors: Metallic Gold, Soulful Blue, and Rocking Black.
On the front, there is a 6.6-inch LCD panel that refreshes at 90Hz and has a 180Hz touch sampling rate. Contrary to the punch-hole cutout on every other 9-series smartphone, the 9i 5G houses a water-drop style notch to house the selfie camera.
A MediaTek Dimensity 810 5G processor powers the Realme 9i 5G. It’s a 6nm SoC that, as per Realme, reduces power consumption by 20%. Likewise, it’s paired with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. You can also swap your storage for virtual RAM via the RAM expansion feature. In terms of software, it boots on Realme UI 3.0 based on Android 12.
Cameras
Camera-wise, you’re looking at a 50MP primary sensor, 4cm macro, and a portrait camera lens. You will find a similar camera setup on the Realme 9i 4G. On the front, the water-drop notch houses an 8MP selfie camera.
Rest of the specs
Moving on, the smartphone is fueled by a 5000mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging. You can use the side-mounted fingerprint scanner for biometrics. And there is also a 3.5mm headphone jack for those who prefer wired earphones.
Color Options: Metallic Gold, Rocking Black, Soulful Blue
Realme 9i 5G Price in Nepal and Availability
The official price of Realme 9i 5G in Nepal is Rs. 29,999 for the sole 6/128GB variant. You can buy the Realme 9i 5G from Hukut and other Realme-authorized stores in Nepal.
The festive season is just right around the corner, and to celebrate it, WorldLink has announced the new fesTVty offer. WorldLink has announced three new internet packages and special TV-bundled NEETV plans. So, let’s get into the detail regarding bandwidth, pricing, and availability of the WorldLink fesTVty Offer.
WorldLink fesTVty Offer Overview:
Fast Offer
As mentioned earlier, there are three new internet plans under WorldLink’s latest promotional campaign for new customers to choose from. The first one is the “Fast Offer” which again has three bandwidth options, namely 200Mbps, 250Mbps, and 300Mbps. Customers will have to pay for the ONU deposit separately.
Fast Offer Plan
3 months
6 months
12 Months
200 Mbps
Rs. 3,300
Rs. 6,500
Rs. 12,600
250 Mbps
Rs. 3,600
Rs. 7,100
Rs. 13,800
300 Mbps
Rs. 4,050
Rs. 8,000
Rs. 15,600
Note: These prices are exclusive of 13% VAT.
2 Router Offer
The second internet plan under the WorldLink fesTVty offer is named the 2 Router Offer. It is because WorldLink will be providing a Nokia Beacon 1.1 mesh router in addition to the default dual-band router on every subscription.
The bandwidth options are the same as the Fast Offer and so is the pricing. However, you will have to pay Rs. 1,500 more as a Beacon 1.1 deposit. This makes it a bit more expensive but since you won’t have to pay rental for the mesh router it might be a viable option if you are a power user that really needs that extra coverage.
2 Router Offer Plan
3 Months
6 Months
12 months)
200 Mbps
Rs. 3,300
Rs. 6,500
Rs. 12,600
250 Mbps
Rs. 3,600
Rs. 7,100
Rs. 13,800
300 Mbps
Rs. 4,050
Rs. 8,000
Rs. 15,600
Note: These prices are exclusive of 13% VAT.
In addition, WorldLink even offers smart installation which costs Rs. 3,000 for one and Rs. 5,000 for two Beacon 5,000. But it is optional and the basic installation for WorldLink fesTVty offer is completely free. Still, you have to pay Rs. 50 per meter of CAT5e cable during the installation.
The two offers so far have been internet-only packages. If you want a plan with NETTV bundled, you will have to get the “Smart Offer.” It is the most expensive plan of the three WorldLink fesTVty plans as it brings 200-350Mbps bandwidth, a dual-band router + a mesh router, and a NETTV setup box.
Smart Offer Plan
Internet Price
NETTV Subscription
Total Price
3 Months
200 Mbps
Rs. 3,300
Rs. 750
Rs. 4,050
250 Mbps
Rs. 3,600
Rs. 600
Rs. 4,200
300 Mbps
Rs. 4,050
Rs. 450
Rs. 4,500
6 Months
200 Mbps
Rs. 6,500
Rs. 1,500
Rs. 8,000
250 Mbss
Rs. 7,100
Rs. 1,200
Rs. 8,300
300 Mbps
Rs. 8,000
Rs. 1,000
Rs. 9,000
12 Months
200 Mbps
Rs. 12,600
Rs. 1,800
Rs. 14,400
250 Mbps
Rs. 13,800
Rs. 1,200
Rs. 15,000
300 Mbps
Rs. 15,600
Rs. 16,800
Note: These prices are exclusive of 13% VAT.
Extra Features
All of WorldLink fesTVty offer plans come with additional features like Wi-Fi Express and 2runtai. The former gives users free access to over 14,000 hotspots across Nepal. The latter guarantees users service restoration in under 2 hours or 2 days of free internet in exchange.
One Time Charges
Internet Installation Charge
Month
Dual Band Rental
Drop Wire
ONU Deposit
3 Months
Rs. 2,000
Rs. 500
Rs. 500
6 Months
Rs. 1,000
12 Months
Free
Free
Free
Applicable for Fast, 2 Router, and Smart Offer
Nokia Beacon 1.1 Charges (Applicable to 2 Router, Smart Offer)
Months
Rental
Deposit
Basic Installation
Cat5e cable (For basic installation)
Smart Installation (Optional)
3 Months
Rs. 2,000
Rs. 1,500
Free
Rs. 50/m
Rs. 3,000
6 Months
Rs. 2,000
12 Months
FREE
Applicable for 2 Router, and Smart Offer
NetTV Installtion Charge
One Time Charge
Primary Set-Top Box
Rs. 500
2-pair cable
Free up to 15m
Rs. 17 per m (Above 15 m)
Applicable for Smart Offer
NEETTV fesTVty Offer
NETTV fesTVty Offer includes three new TV plans bundled with actual TV. Here, you can choose between a 32” Yasuda YS-32NWN and a 43” Yasuda 43NWS TV for Rs. 14,499 and Rs. 29,999, respectively, with set-top box deposits paid separately. The first one is a normal LED TV whereas the other has smart TV capability.
NETTV fesTVty Offer
Price
32” Yasuda YS-32NWN LED TV + 1-year NETTV
Rs. 14,999
43” Yasuda YS-43NWS Smart TV + 1-year NETTV
Rs. 29,299
One Time Charge
Primary Set-Top Box
Rs. 500
2-pair cable
Free up to 15m
Rs. 17 per m (Above 15 m)
Worldlink fesTVty Offer: Duration and Eligibility
The above-mentioned prices are for yearly subscriptions to WorldLink fesTVty offers. However, you can even sign up for 3 and 6 months plans. However, you will have to pay for the set-top box and beacon router that you get for free for yearly plans. WorldLink fesTVty offer is open for new as well as existing customers.
Meanwhile, check out our review of the NetTV Stream+.
On the occasion of the upcoming Dashain and Tihar (2079), Vivo has announced a promotional offer. Under the “Dashain Tihar Vivo Ko Saathma Dainik Upahar Haatma” campaign, Vivo is offering new users the chance to win exciting gifts.
“Dashain Tihar Vivo Ko Saathma Dainik Upahar Haatma” Offer:
The “Dashain Tihar Vivo Ko Saathma Dainik Upahar Haatma” campaign has already kicked off and will be valid till October 31. During this phase, customers will get sure-shot gifts on the purchase of every Vivo smartphone worth.
In addition, Vivo is offering various daily, weekly, and bumper prizes. To start with, Vivo is offering its TWS 2e earbuds to one lucky winner every day. Then there is the Soundcore Life U2i Bluetooth neckband which will be awarded to three winners each day.
For those unaware, Vivo is also among the official sponsors of the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2022. As a result, the company is even giving away four world cup balls daily.
Moving on, one lucky winner will get the chance to take home the Vivo Y15c smartphone each weekly week. Vivo Y15c is a budget phone that was launched just a month ago. It features a 6.51-inch HD+ screen, 13MP dual cameras, a 5000mAh battery, and Android 12 software.
Finally, the bumper prize as part of the Dashain Tihar (2079) offer is the new Vivo V25 5G worth Rs. 52,999 in Nepal. It will be awarded to a lucky winner at the end of the campaign. Talking about the phone, its main selling point is the AG Fluorite glass which changes color when exposed to sunlight and UV rays.
Vivo V25 5G sports a 6.44-inch 90Hz AMOLED panel with an in-display camera. The triple camera at the back has a 64MP OIS camera, accompanied by an 8MP ultrawide and a 2MP macro lens. There is a 50MP selfie camera with autofocus on the front. Running the show from underneath is the Dimensiy 900 5G chipset. Likewise, there is a 4,5000mAh battery supplying the necessary juice to the phone.
Meanwhile, check out our review of the Vivo V23 Pro.
Bose is not new to the premium wireless earbuds market. The company has just announced the QuietComfort Earbuds II, taking over the original that came two years ago. In this article, we will discuss the specs, features, expected price, and availability of the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II in Nepal.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II Overview:
QuietComfort (or QC in short) is a popular lineup of Active Noise Cancelling earbuds. Bose even claims the new QuietComfort Earbuds II as the world’s best noise canceling earbuds. The earbuds support varying levels of ANC and even has a dedicated transparency mode called Aware Mode. It is backed by the in-house ActiveSense technology.
For these features to work as intended, Boase QuietComfort Earbuds II packs four microphones on each earbud. One is placed on the inside, where the rest lie outside. These microphones pick up the outside noises, then send them to the internal chip for canceling.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II also focuses on giving each user the best personalized experience possible. Each time it is worn, the earbuds analyze the shape of the ear and adjust the sound accordingly. Bose calls it the CustomTune technology.
Another addition to this year’s model is the Stability bands that cover the contour of the ear for a tight fit. Bose sends three pairs of these, along with another three pairs of umbrella-shaped in-ear tips.
As for connectivity, you get Bluetooth 5.3 with a wireless range of 30 ft. Moreover, the QC Earbuds II supports SBC and AAC audio codecs for wireless transmission.
On a single charge Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II can last up to 6 hours with the ANC turned on. It can be extended up to 24 hours with the charging case. Plus, you can get up to 2 hours of playback time with just 20 minutes of charging.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II Specifications:
Body: 1.2″H x 0.68″W x 0.88″D-inches, grams each
Charging case: 2.61″H x 2.34″W x 1.05″D-inches, Hard plastic
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II Price in Nepal and Availability
The QuietComfort Earbuds II is currently up for pre-order from Bose’s official site for $299. If it launches in Nepal, we expect the price of the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II to be NPR 44,999.
Wireless TWS earbuds
Price in the US (Official)
Price in Nepal (Expected)
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
USD 299
NPR 44,999
Meanwhile, check out our review of the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds.
Last month, Motorola launched the world’s first smartphone with a 200MP camera, the X30 Pro. The phone has now been launched in the global market under the Edge 30 Ultra moniker. So, let’s look at the specs, features, expected price, and availability of the Motorola Edge 30 Ultra in Nepal.
Motorola Edge 30 Ultra Overview:
200MP Camera
The main highlight of the Moto Edge 30 Ultra is its 200MP primary camera. It is by far the highest resolution smartphone camera in the global market right now. Here, Moto has used the ISOCELL HP1 image sensor from Samsung. It is a 1/1.22” sensor that can churn out 12.5MP and 50MP images using two levels of pixel binning. Moreover, the primary shooter has Optical Image Stabilization and can record 8K videos and 4K with HDR10+.
Accompanying it is a 50MP ultrawide lens with a 114-degree Field of View. It even doubles as a macro camera. Then there is a 12MP telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom for portraits. Over on the front, Motorola Edge 30 Ultra has a 60MP selfie camera with 4K recording capability.
Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
Another talking point of the phone is its chipset. Here, Moto has opted for Qualcomm’s latest flagship offering. Motorola Edge 30 Ultra is the first and so far, the only Motorola phone with the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 in the global market. The chip is a mid-year refresh to the vanilla 8 Gen 1 bringing noticeable gains in performance and power efficiency. Motorola has paired it with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage.
Fueling the Motorola Edge 30 Ultra is a 4,700mAh batter that can last over a day in a typical use scenario. The phone supports 125W TurboPower charging, which provides 12 hours of battery life in just 7 minutes. You can even charge the phone wirelessly up to 50W. The phone even reverse wireless charge mobile accessories.
Design and Display
Motorola Edge 30 Ultra sports a 6.67-inch pOLED panel with a center-aligned punch-hole camera cutout. The screen supports a 144Hz refresh rate and DCI-P3 color gamut. It is a 10-bit panel meaning it can produce over a billion colors. The phone can even play HDR10+ videos and can push the brightness up to 1250 nits while doing so.
Both the front and back of the Motorola Edge 30 Ultra are protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5. Moto has even added an anti-fingerprint coating on the front panel. The device measures 8.39mm thick and weighs around 198.5 grams.
Motorola Edge 30 Ultra Price in Nepal and Availability
The single 12/128GB variant of the Motorola Edge 30 Ultra is now on sale in Europe with a EUR 900 price tag. Moto is yet to launch any Edge series phone in Nepal. But if the Motor Edge 30 Ultra launches in Nepal, we expect the price to be NPR 120,000.
Realme is on a launch spree these days. After smartphones, the company has been focusing on its AIoT products. The Buds Air 3s is a new addition with an interesting wing-tip design. So, let’s get into the Realme Buds Air 3s specifications, features, availability, and expected price in Nepal.
Realme Buds Air 3s Overview:
Design
The Buds Air 3s have a wing-tip design that is made of skin-friendly material. Per Realme, the tips allow the earbuds to provide a secure fit when running outside.
The short stem of the earphones is made of NVCM and is vacuum plated for a shiny finish. To complement this look, the TWS buds are housed inside a transparent lid inspired by a music box. The Buds Air 3s is available in two colors: black and white.
Aside from the design, the Buds Air 3s have an impressive feature set for audio as well. It features an 11mm liquid silicone triple titanium bass driver designed by a European professional acoustic team. Realme says this audio driver delivers deeper bass and better resolution in high and low frequencies.
On compatible devices, the earbuds also support Dolby Atmos. Realme has also included a game mode that reduces latency to 69ms. For clearer calls, the 4 microphones setup are outfitted with AI ENC noise reduction.
Rest of the specs
Moving on, the Buds Air 3S is rated to deliver a battery life of up to 30 hours with the charging case. Also, a quick 10-minute charge can offer 5 hours of music playback time.
You can connect the earbuds to your phone using the Realme Link app. Other feature includes Google fast pair, full touch control, and IPX5 rating.
The Buds Air 3s is priced at INR 2,499 in India and will be available beginning September 14. We expect the price of Realme Buds Air 3s to be NPR 5,000, if and when it launches in Nepal.
Buds
Price in India
Price in Nepal (Expected)
Realme Buds Air 3s
INR 2,499
NPR 5,000
Meanwhile, check out our pick for the best budget wireless earbuds of 2022.
The Redmi 11 Prime Series was officially announced in India as part of the company’s special “Diwali With Mi” launches. There are two smartphones, the 11 Prime and the 11 Prime 5G, both powered by MediaTek processors. So, without further ado, here are the specifications, features, availability, and expected price of the Redmi 11 Prime Series in Nepal.
Redmi 11 Prime Series Overview:
Design, Display
To begin, the 11 Prime and 11 Prime 5G both feature a 6.58-inch LCD screen with FHD+ resolution. The screen has a high refresh rate of 90Hz as well. The 5G model has Corning Gorilla Glass protection too, though Xiaomi has not specified the generation.
Redmi 11 Prime Series
1 of 2
11 Prime (4G)
11 Prime 5G
Both smartphones have an Evol design with a textured back and a matte finish to keep fingerprints and smudges at bay. The 11 Prime 5G is available in Thunder Black, Chrome Silver, and Meadow Green. The vanilla Redmi 11 Prime comes in Playful Green, Flashy Black, and Peppy Purple colors.
The main distinction between the two smartphones is their chipset. The 11 Prime 5G is packed with a MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC. And since it enables 5G connectivity, the device has nine 5G bands. The 4G variant, on the other hand, is powered by a MediaTek Helio G99 SoC.
In any case, they include up to 6GB of LPDDR4x RAM and up to 128GB of UFS 2.2 storage. Furthermore, the handsets run MIUI 13, which is based on Android 12.
Camera
Moving on, the 11 Prime 5G has a dual camera setup with a 50MP main sensor and a 2MP depth sensor. The 4G variant configuration is largely similar, but there’s also a 2MP portrait sensor. Both smartphones have an 8MP sensor for selfies.
Rest of the specs
You also get a 5000mAh battery with 18W fast charging, though the company includes a 22.5W charger in the box. There is a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for biometrics. Other features include WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity, as well as an IR Blaster.
Redmi 11 Prime Series Specifications:
Display: 6.58-inch, 90Hz, Full HD
Processor:
11 Prime: MediaTek Helio G99
11 Prime 5G: MediaTek Dimensity 700
Memory: Up to 6GB RAM, Up to 128GB storage (expandable)
Rear Cameras:
11 Prime: 50MP primary + 2MP depth + 2MP portrait
11 Prime: 50MP primary + 2MP depth
Front Camera: 8MP
OS: Android 12-based MIUI 13
Battery: 5000mAh, 18W charging
Colors:
11 Prime: Thunder Black, Chrome Silver, Meadow Green
11 Prime 5G: Playful Green, Flashy Black, Peppy Purple
Redmi 11 Prime Series Price in Nepal and Availability
The Redmi 11 Prime (4G) is priced at INR 12,999 for the base 4/64GB variant. In comparison, a similar configuration of the 5G variant costs an additional INR 1,000. If and when the Redmi 11 Prime Series is released in Nepal, we expect the price to start at NPR 23,000.
Smartphones
Configurations
Price in India
Price in Nepal (Expected)
Redmi 11 Prime
4/64GB
INR 12,999
NPR 23,000
6/128GB
INR 14,999
NPR 26,000
Redmi 11 Prime 5G
4/64GB
INR 13,999
NPR 25,000
6/128GB
INR 15,999
NPR 28,000
Meanwhile, check out our review of the Redmi Note 11.
Just a day before Apple’s “Far Out” event, Huawei took the stage in China to unveil the Mate 50 series. The new flagship series consists of the vanilla Mate 50, a Pro model, and a special RS Porsche Design edition. So, let’s quickly look at the specs, features, expected price, and availability of the Huawei Mate 50 series (Mate 50, 50 Pro, 50 Pro RS Porsche Design) in Nepal.
Huawei Mate 50 Pro Overview:
Satellite Communication
Huawei has beaten other smartphone brands by being the first to implement satellite communication in the Mate 50 series. Users can now send short text messages and location information without any cellular connectivity on these phones. This is achieved with direct communication with China’s Beidou satellite system.
Performance
Let’s start with the elephant in the room. Huawei Mate 50 Pro is powered by the latest Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip. But since the US has not lifted its ban on Huawei, the phone lacks an integrated 5G modem. The base variant of the Mate 50 Pro has a single SIM slot, 8GB RAM, and 256GB storage. But the company also offers a dual-SIM model with up to 512GB of storage. The storage can be expanded up to 256GB using Huawei’s proprietary NM card.
Fueling the phone is a 4,7000 battery that supports 66W of wired charging and 50W of wireless fast charging.
Camera
Unlike the recent flagship phones from the company, Huawei Mate 50 smartphones do not have Leica-branded cameras. Their partnership came to an end earlier this year, with Leica forming a new alliance with Xiaomi. Instead of Leica’s tech, Huawei is putting self-developed imaging NPU for “XMAGE software processing” on its phones.
Over on the back, you cannot help but notice the massive circular on the back of the Huawei Mate 50 Pro. Huawei has intentionally designed it to replicate the Clous de Paris pattern usually seen in classic watch dials.
It encloses the quad-camera setup consisting of a 50MP primary, 13MP ultrawide, and a 64MP telephoto lens. Huawei has equipped the primary and the telephoto lens with Optical Image Stabilization.
Unlike the other mainstream flagship, the 50MP RYYB camera on the Mate 50 Pro has 10 variable aperture sizes ranging from f/1.4 and f/4.0. This is made possible due to Huawei’s in-house XMage camera technology.
The latter even allows the camera to capture 24% more light than the camera on the Mate 40 Pro. Making it ideal for night photography. On top of that, Huawei’s XD Fusion Pro maintains the brightness and contrast of the image.
Users can play with different aperture sizes to adjust the bokeh effect and focus on the subject of portrait shots. You can even use optical blur while recording videos. The primary camera even doubles as a macro sensor.
Design and Display
Huawei Mate 50 Pro sports a 6.75-inch curved OLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and 300Hz touch sampling rate. The screen packs a total of 2612 x 1212 pixels and boasts 10-bit color depth. Furthermore, it also supports 1440Hz high-frequency PWM dimming.
The screen has a bathtub-like notch for the 13MP ultrawide selfie camera and a 3D depth sensor. Huawei Mate 50 Pro uses the latter for 3D face recognition, which is more secure than 2D face unlock feature in most Android phones.
Huawei offers the phone in three color options: Black, Silver, and Orange. The latter has a Vegan Leather finish and is lighter than its other counterparts. It is also protected by Kunlun Glass and is water resistant up to 6nm. The Black and Silver variant of the Mate 50 Pro miss out on the Kunlun Glass altogether and can only survive up to 2m of water.
Huawei Mate 50 Pro RS Porsche Edition Overview:
As the name suggests, Mate 50 Pro RS Porsche Edition reflects the partnership between the two companies with a sports car-like aerodynamics design. The Ink Blue version even has a ceramic back. Like the orange version of the vanilla Mate 50 Pro, it has an ingress protection of up to 6m. As for the camera, it takes out the 64MP telephoto lens for a 48MP periscope lens. It even doubles as a macro camera.
Huawei Mate 50 Overview:
Talking about the vanilla Mate 50, it also sports a 10-bit OLED panel but with a smaller 6.7-inch dimension and a refresh rate of just 90Hz. It is powered by the same Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4G chip. The primary and ultrawide camera is the same as the rest of the lineup, except the telephoto lens is downscaled to 12MP.
Huawei Mate 50 Series Specifications:
Mate 50 Pro
Mate 50 Pro RS Porsche Edition
Mate 50
Dimensions (H x W x D)
162.1 x 75.5 x 8.5mm
162.1 x 75.5 x 9.92mm
161.5 76.1 x 7.98mm
Weight
205/209 grams
232 grams
206 grams
Display
6.74” OLED, 120Hz refresh rate
6.7” OLED, 90Hz refresh rate
Resolution
2616 x 1212 pixels
2700 x 1224 pixels
Processor
Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4G
Software
EMUI 13 with HarmonyOS 3
RAM
8GB RAM
12GB RAM
8GB
Storage
Up to 512GB storage (Expandable)
256GB RAM (Expandable)
Camera
50MP primary (F1.4 – F4.0, OIS)
13MP ultrawide
64MP telephoto (OIS)
50MP primary (F1.4 – F4.0, OIS)
13MP ultrawide
48MP periscope (OIS)
50MP primary (F1.4 – F4.0, OIS)
13MP ultrawide
12MP telephoto (OIS)
Selfie Camera
13MP Ultrawide
3D Depth sensor
13MP ultrawide
Battery
4,700mAh
Charging
66W SuperCharge
50W Wireless SuperCharge
IP rating
IP68
Huawei Mate 50 Series Price in Nepal and Availability
The Mate 50 Series is currently limited to the Chinese market, where the prices start at CNY 4,999 for the vanilla model, CNY 6,799 for the Pro, and CNY 12,999 for the RS Porsche Design. Huawei has not given any time frame for the global launch. If it launches in Nepal, we expect the price of Huawei Mate 50 and Mate 50 Pro to start at NPR 94,999 and NPR 129,999, respectively in Nepal.
After the premium 7 and 8 series, Qualcomm has now taken the wraps off the latest 6 and 4 series of smartphone chips. The newly announced Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 and 4 Gen 1 follow the company’s latest naming convention and are targeted at the mid-range and budget market, respectively. So, let us look at what the new chips from Qualcomm are capable of.
Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 Overview:
We will start with the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 which will power the mid-range phones of 2023. The new chip replaces the Snapdragon 695 5G and is built on a 4nm process. Qualcomm has not specified if it is Samsung or TSMC which is making the chip.
While its predecessor has a 2+6 CPU configuration, Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 shifts to a 4+4 arrangement. It has four Cortex-A78 performance cores paired with four Cortex-A55 efficiency cores. The two are clocked at 2.2GHz and 1.8GHz respectively. Technically, this should result in a higher multi-core performance on the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 with Qualcomm claiming 40% better CPU performance over the 695 5G.
Likewise, the graphics are also said to have been improved by 35%. However, Qualcomm has not spilled much detail about it. For the first time, Qualcomm is now offering LPDDR5 RAM compatibility on its 6 series of chips.
On the photography front, Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 still has a similar triple ISP as its predecessor with support for up to 108MP cameras. That being said, it now supports computational HDR and can process 4K HDR videos at 30fps.
Moving on, Qualcomm has also made changes to the AI engine. The 7th Gen AI Engine boasts three times the performance of the last gen with a special focus on AI-based tasks. Qualcomm has even upgraded the wireless connectivity module on the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1. The chip integrates the Snapdragon X62 modem with support for sub-6 and mmWave 5G bands.
Also, the use of Qualcomm FastConnect 6700 means the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 is the first chip in the series to support tri-band Wi-Fi 6E connectivity.
Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 vs Snapdragon 695
Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
Snapdragon 695
Architecture
4nm
6nm
Performance/ big cores
4x Cortex-A78 (@2.2GHz)
2x Cortex-A78 (@2.2GHz)
Efficiency/ little cores
4x Cortex-A55 (@1.8GHz)
6x Cortex-A55 (@1.7GHz)
GPU
Adreno (Unspecified)
Adreno
Memory
LPDDR5
LPDDR4X
AI Engine
Hexagon
Hexagon 686
Image Signal Processing
Spectra (Triple, up to 108MP)
Spectra 346T (Triple, up to 108MP)
Integrated Modem
Snapdragon X62
Snapdragon X51
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Subsystem
FastConnect 6700 (Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2)
FastConnect 6100 (Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.1)
Fast Charging
Quick Charge 4+
Quick Charge 4+
Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 Availability
Motorola has already confirmed that it will be using the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 in one of its upcoming mid-range smartphones. However, it is not clear which phone the company is referring to and but it will be launching on Q1 of 2023.
This brings us to Snapdragon 4 Gen 1. This chip succeeds the Snapdragon 480 from last year and brings some notable changes. For starters, the new Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 is based on a more power efficient 6nm process from TSMC. It brings newer Cortex-A78 (@2.0GHz) cores along with Cortex-A75 cores in a 2+6 configuration. As per Qualcomm, this is enough to give the chip a 15% improvement over the Snapdragon 480.
There are no details about the new GPU but Qualcomm says it is 10% better than its predecessor. There is no change in the memory controller so budget smartphones in 2023 will still be shipping LPDDR4X RAM. Moving on, the triple ISP can now support a maximum resolution of up to 108MP, almost twice what its predecessor is capable of.
Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 Vs Snapdragon 480
Snapdragon 4 Gen 1
Snapdragon 480
Architecture
6nm
8nm
Performance/ big cores
2x Cortex-A78 (@2.0GHz)
2x Cortex-A76 (@2.0GHz)
Efficiency/ little cores
6x Cortex-A55 (@1.8GHz)
6x Cortex-A55 (@1.8GHz)
GPU
Adreno
Adreno 619
Memory
LPDDR4X
LPDDR4X
AI Engine
Hexagon
Hexagon 686
Image Signal Processing
Spectra (Triple, up to 108MP)
Spectra 345 (Triple, up to 64MP)
Integrated Modem
Snapdragon X51
Snapdragon X51
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Subsystem
FastConnect 6200 (Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.2)
FastConnect 6200 (Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.1)
Fast Charging
Quick Charge 4+
Quick Charge 4+
Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 Availability
The upcoming iQOO Z6 Lite will be the first commercial smartphone with the Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 chip. It is expected to go official three weeks from now.
Meanwhile, check out our review of the Legion 5 Pro (2022).
