Samsung Galaxy Tab A-lineup consists of entry-level tablets. The firm is now preparing to introduce a new member in the series, speculated to be Tab A7 (2022). Here, we will walk through the rumors and leaks surrounding the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 (2022).
Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 (2022) Rumors:
Design, Display
From the leaked renders, Galaxy Tab A7 (2022) looks no different than the Tab A7 from 2020. It sports thick bezels on the front as before, as well as a single camera cutout on the rear. In fact, the Tab A7 (2022) is expected to have the same 10.4-inch LCD display with a resolution of 1200x 2000 as its 2020 counterpart.
Image: Slashleaks
Performance
However, with the A7 (2022), Samsung is more likely to go with the Unisoc chipset over the Snapdragon. It will come with the Unisoc T618 chipset, which is a 12nm chip with two ARM Cortex-A75 cores and six Cortex-A55 cores that can both run at 2.0GHz. This will be accompanied by up to 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage. You will be able to expand the storage since the device supports a microSD card.
Rest of the specs
The cameras stay intact as well, with an 8MP lens on the back and a 5MP sensor on the front. Similarly, a 7,040 mAh battery will run the device
Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 (2022) Specifications:
Display: 10.4-inch LCD display, 1200 x 2000-pixel resolution
Processor: Unisoc T618 (12nm)
Memory: 3/32GB
Rear Camera: 8MP
Front Camera: 5MP
Battery: 7040 mAh
Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 (2022) Price and Launch
The Galaxy Tab A7 (2022) is projected to cost EUR 199, which is over EUR 60 cheaper than the Tab A7. There’s no word on when the device will be released just yet.
Tablet
Price (Expected)
Galaxy Tab A7 (2022)
EUR 199
Meanwhile, check out our review of the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7.
MSI is a household name when it comes to gaming. Mostly known for its wide range of gaming laptops, the company also manufactures gaming accessories and most PC components including graphics cards. Here, we’ll be discussing all the MSI graphics cards available in Nepal, along with their latest price, features, and availability.
MSI Graphics Cards in Nepal (2022)
Although MSI sells both NVIDIA and AMD graphics cards in the international market, only the ones from NVIDIA are currently available in Nepal. This consists of the GeForce lineup of consumer-grade graphics cards, ranging from the budget GT to the latest RTX 30 series. And even under the same product category, you will find different lineups with varying features and price tags.
For instance, when searching for aftermarket RTX 3080 cards from MSI, you’ll come across multiple SKUs like Ventus, Gaming, and Suprim. Although all three of them meet the base specs of RTX 3080, they vary in terms of build quality, cooling solution, visual aesthetics, and such. With that out of the way, let’s take a deep dive into all MSI NVIDIA GeForce graphics cards available in Nepal including their key specs and latest price.
MSI Graphics Cards Price in Nepal 2022 (Summary)
MSI GeForce Graphics Cards
Price in Nepal
GT 710
1GD3H LPV1
Rs. 9,000
2GD3 LP
Rs. 13,000
GT 730
N30K-2GD3H LPV1
Rs. 13,000
N30K-4GD3 OCV1
Rs. 20,000
GTX 1050 Ti
4GT OC
Rs. 25,000
Gaming X
Rs. 26,000
BiaoFeng V1
Rs. 28,000
GTX 1650
Aero ITX OC V1
Rs. 28,000
Ventus XS OC V1
Rs. 30,000
Gaming X
Rs. 35,000
GTX 1650 SUPER
Aero ITX OC
Rs. 33,000
Ventus XS OC
Rs. 35,000
Gaming X
Rs. 45,000
GTX 1660
Ventus XS OC
Rs. 40,000
GTX 1660 SUPER
Aero ITX OC
Rs. 42,000
Ventus XS
Rs. 45,000
Gaming X
Rs. 50,000
GTX 1660 Ti
Armor OC
Rs. 54,000
Ventus XS
Rs. 57,000
Gaming X
Rs. 60,000
RTX 2060
Ventus GP Edition OC
Rs. 54,000
Gaming Z
Rs. 60,000
RTX 2060 SUPER
Armor OC
Rs. 63,000
Ventus GP Edition OC
Rs. 65,000
Gaming X
Rs. 70,000
RTX 3050
Ventus 2X OC
Rs. 57,000
Gaming X
Rs. 60,000
RTX 3060
Ventus 2X OC
Rs. 70,000
Ventus 3X OC
Rs. 72,500
Gaming X (Dual Fan)
Rs. 84,000
RTX 3060 Ti
Ventus 2X OC V1 (LHR)
Rs. 83,000
Ventus 3X OC (LHR)
Rs. 90,000
Gaming X Dual Fan (LHR)
Rs. 90,000
RTX 3070
Ventus 2X OC (LHR)
Rs. 94,000
Ventus 3X OC (LHR)
Rs. 100,000
Gaming Trio Plus (LHR)
Rs. 108,000
Suprim X (LHR)
Rs. 110,000
RTX 3070 Ti
Ventus 3X OC
Rs. 120,000
Gaming X Trio
Rs. 130,000
Suprim X
Rs. 135,000
RTX 3080
Ventus 3X Plus OC 12GB (LHR)
Rs. 140,000
Gaming X Trio 10GB
Rs. 147,000
Gaming Z Trio 12GB (LHR)
Rs. 150,000
Suprim X 12GB
Rs. 162,000
RTX 3080 Ti
Ventus 3X OC
Rs. 170,000
Gaming X Trio
Rs. 180,000
Suprim X
Rs. 195,000
RTX 3090
Ventus 3X OC
Rs. 225,000
Gaming X Trio OC
Rs. 255,000
Suprim X OC
Rs. 270,000
RTX 3090 Ti
Black Trio
Rs. 280,000
Gaming X Trio
Rs. 310,000
Suprim X
Rs. 325,000
MSI GeForce GT Series
The GT series of graphics cards by NVIDIA is meant for homes and offices that do not have high requirements. These are entry-level cards with limited CUDA cores, a slow memory clock, and affordable price tags. Currently, MSI sells two GeForce GT series graphics cards in Nepal.
Next on the hierarchy is the GTX 10 series. The GTX series is home to graphics cards that you can actually game on. They have a higher number of CUDA cores, faster memory and thus, offer greater performance than the GT series.
The GTX 10 series went official in 2016 with the launch of GTX 1080 and GTX 1070. These cards are based on Pascal architecture. Similarly, it also marked the shift from the older 28nm process to the 16nm process.
NVIDIA announced the GTX 16 Series back in 2019. It played a second fiddle to the contemporary RTX 20 Series cards. The latter was home to NVIDIA’s flagship GPUs, whereas the GTX 16 Series catered to the mid-range market.
The GTX 16 Series is based on Turing architecture and came with support for NVIDIA Studio, GeForce Experience, VR, and more. NVIDIA even unlocked Ray Tracing features for a few GTX 10 and 16 Series cards post-launch.
NVIDIA announced the RTX 20 Series based on Turing architecture on September 20, 2018. They were the first consumer cards with dedicated Ray Tracing (RT) cores. In addition, RTX 20 Series cards feature dedicated AI cores and they even support DLSS — NVIDIA’s upscaling technology.
RTX 30 series was announced in September of last year. These cards are based on the new Ampere microarchitecture and manufactured under Samsung’s 8nm custom node. Ray Tracing got even better with the RTX 30 Series, thanks to second-generation Ray Tracing cores. In addition to improving raw performance, NVIDIA even introduced a bunch of new features such as NVIDIA Reflex, Broadcast, and Omniverse Machinima.
In this review, I’ll be sharing all of my experiences with the new Xiaomi Smart Band 7 also known as the Mi Band 7. As you might know, Xiaomi is quite popular in the world of fitness trackers. You might have even seen some of your friends wearing them. And the reason why Mi Bands are so popular is: first, they are exceptionally affordable, and second, they’ve got all your basic fitness tracking needs covered. So over the years, they’ve pretty much become a no-brainer for anyone looking for the best bang for their buck.
But in the last 2-3 years, the wearable industry has become incredibly competitive, with brands like boAT, Noise, and Dizo launching some really good-looking, high-specced smartwatches in the budget segment.
On the other hand, if I handed you Mi Bands from the last two generations, you would be hard-pressed to tell their differences based on their looks. And even if you were to compare their specs side-by-side, they don’t necessarily bring any major upgrades either. So the question has to be asked, are smart bands even relevant in 2022? But before answering that question, let me first do a proper review of the Xiaomi Smart Band 7.
Xiaomi Smart Band 7 Specifications
Body: 46.5 x 20.7 x 12.25 mm, 13.5-13.8gm (without strap)
Okay, let’s start with the design first. As I mentioned earlier, the Xiaomi Band 7 doesn’t look that different from its predecessor. Or… predecessors. You are getting the same pill-shaped tracking module with the same buckle-style TPU strap. And there’s no button here either—so you’ll have to make do with the gesture controls.
Going past the looks, this is one comfortable and lightweight fitness tracker to wear! This strap is also soft and free of any discomfort. Still, this pin-hole design isn’t all that secure since there have been a couple of instances where I found the band dangling off my wrist.
Maybe this is because although this band itself is a little wider than past Mi Bands, Xiaomi has adopted the same strap design. So, I strongly recommend you try out third-party alternative straps if you’re planning to buy this. Of course, the Mi Band 7 is also 5 ATM water-resistant, which has come quite handy for me, especially during this rainy season.
Display
1.62″ AMOLED panel, 500 nits
192 x 490 pixels resolution, 326 PPI
While the design has basically stayed the same, it does bring a few changes to the display front. You’re now looking at a 1.62-inch AMOLED display which is the largest in the Mi Band lineup history. And unlike its predecessor, the Band 7’s wider form factor means this screen spans horizontally a lot better as well.
Image: Always On Display
Since this is an AMOLED panel, the core quality of this display is excellent. Everything from texts, and animations, to icons, looks crisp and with a good contrast level. Plus, with 500 nits of peak brightness, I’ve been able to glance at it in all lighting conditions. But sadly, even this iteration of the Xiaomi Band doesn’t introduce auto-brightness adjustment. So when you’re outdoors, you’ll have to manually adjust the brightness according to the Sun’s demand—and dial it back down once you’re indoors or when it gets dark.
One notable development in the Mi Band 7 is the addition of the Always-on display feature. It works quite well, but I found that not all watch faces supporting this feature. Instead, you’re gonna have to manually search and pick a watch face with AOD to make the most of it.
While everything sounds quite impressive so far, I couldn’t help but notice a couple of inconveniences here. Even though I can live with the bezels surrounding the display, I’m still not sold on Xiaomi’s capsule-like approach to its fitness trackers. Because of this form factor, overall texts and characters look squished here.
I think a rectangular design like the Honor Band 6 is a better choice since this gives enough space for UI elements to fit in the display.
Another thing here is that the band does not support Unicode Nepali or Indian font. If you’re wondering, I have the global variant of Band 7 with me and not the Chinese one. So I’m hoping Xiaomi releases an update addressing this issue pretty soon.
Companion App
Mi Fitness (Android | iOS)
As for software, this guy pairs with your smartphone via the Mi Fitness app which is quite refined and feature-rich. Its dashboard presents you with all your health metrics in a fairly easy-to-read layout. You can also customize the home screen to display all your relevant health data, while the app lets you switch between watch faces, and play around with notifications, alarms, and other settings too.
Health, Fitness Tracking
But if you don’t want to bother with the app, you can check your current day’s health data directly on the band itself. In this regard, it can measure everything from your step count, and heart rate, to sleep cycles.
Blood Oxygen Monitoring
1 of 1
By the way, it also introduces continuous blood oxygen monitoring in the Mi Band lineup. Similar to other budgets fitness trackers like the Honor Band 6 or the Huawei Band 6, it takes a reading once every 30 minutes.
Next up, I found that its auto-workout detection isn’t 100% reliable. There are just 4 workout modes that support auto-detection. And since my daily routine consists of walks and runs, I kept it on for both these modes.
Auto Workout detection
1 of 1
Although the band detected my walking exercises quite well, it was not able to pause the workout whenever I stopped or took a break in between. Instead, I have to manually pause or end the session every time. One day, I forgot to end the workout and woke up to the band showing me that I’d been working out non-stop for 21 hours! It was hilarious!
On the other hand, auto workout detection works flawlessly on the Redmi Smart Band Pro, which I’ve been using alongside the Band 7. Since this is a budget fitness tracker, it lacks built-in GPS as well, but you can always use your phone’s GPS in case you want to track your outdoor workout routes.
Aside from a few flaws, this guy can track your other health parameters fairly accurately. Sleep tracking, for example, works quite well. And it can even measure your light, deep, and REM sleep stages! The band also supports all-day stress monitoring and female health management to track your menstrual cycles.
Health Tracking
1 of 3
Sleep Cycle
Stress
Heart Rate
Battery
180mAh, Up to 14 days battery life
Moving on in this review, like with most Xiaomi wearables, Mi Band 7’s battery life is ridiculously impressive! Its minimal and optimized UI goes pretty easy on the battery, and I was thus able to squeeze about 10 days of endurance here.
As for charging, it uses Xiaomi’s proprietary two-pin cradle that attaches magnetically to the back. And it takes just about two hours for a full charge!
Xiaomi Smart Band 7 Review: Conclusion
So that’s it for our review of the Xiaomi Smart Band 7. Now let me get back to the question I asked earlier: are smart bands still relevant in 2022 or are smartwatches in a similar price range a better buy?
The opinion might be divided based on the person, but here’s what I feel. While companies like boAt, Noise, Fire-Boltt, and Dizo are launching great value-for-money smartwatches, one key area where these new guys fall short is the core software experience, whether it’s in the wearable’s UI or their companion apps.
And this is where established veterans of the wearable world like Xiaomi are miles ahead of the competition. Xiaomi’s “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” formula is pretty clear with Band 7, but the company has evolved and consistently improved its software over the years. So if you’re looking to buy a reliable beginner fitness tracker with very little investment, the Xiaomi Smart Band 7 could be a great option for you.
Welcome to the ninth edition of our weekly tech quiz. Take our quiz to put your tech knowledge to the test (no cheating, obviously). There are 15 questions in total, so it shouldn’t take more than 3 minutes. And the questions could be from any field—smartphones, gaming, music, and more. Let’s go!
Vivo officially launched the Y20 in the Nepali market in 2020. The phone has now received a permanent price cut. Let’s check out the specs, features, latest official price, and availability of Vivo Y20 in Nepal.
Vivo Y20 Overview
The Vivo Y20 is the first smartphone from the company to house the new Snapdragon 460. It’s an octa-core chipset based on an 11nm node. It features eight Kryo 240 cores. Graphics are handled by Adreno 610 and it comes with support for Vulkan 1.1. Memory wise, the Y20 has 3 or 4GB of RAM with 64GB of storage.
In terms of display, it features a 6.51-inch HD+ Halo Full View display with a 20:9 aspect ratio. It has the sunrise design on the back with the rays originating from the rectangular camera bump. It is available in two color options in Nepal – Obsidian Black and Dawn White. The capacitive fingerprint sensor is placed on the side.
In the photography aspect, Vivo Y20 features a triple camera setup at the back. The 13MP primary sensor is accompanied by a macro sensor and a depth sensor. Both the auxiliary lenses make use of 2MP sensors. If we compare this setup to that on the Vivo Y19, it’s quite the downgrade. First, the megapixels of the primary sensor has been reduced to 13MP from 16MP. Similarly, the 8MP ultra-wide camera has been swapped for a macro sensor.
On the front, there’s an 8MP camera sensor for selfies instead of the 16MP camera in the Y19. The device features a massive battery of 5,000mAh. Like its predecessor, the Vivo Y20 will also support fast charging to up to 18W. The phone will ship with Funtouch OS 10.5 based on Android 10.
Vivo Y20 Specifications:
Display: 6.51-inches “Halo FullView” HD+ panel
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 460; 11nm Mobile Platform
CPU: Octa-core (8x Kyro 240)
GPU: Adreno 610
RAM: 3/4GB
Storage: 64GB; microSD slot (dedicated)
Software & UI: Android 10 with Vivo’s Funtouch OS 10.5 on top
NVIDIA announced the GeForce RTX 30 series of graphics cards back in September 2020. The company claimed that the performance difference between the new cards and their predecessor is the biggest ever in the GeForce lineup’s history. In this post, we will look at the specs, features, availability, and price of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 series graphics cards in Nepal.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series Overview:
NVIDIA’s CEO Jensen Huang announced the new RTX 30 series at a virtual event. The latest RTX graphics cards from the company are based on the new Ampere architecture and are manufactured under a custom Samsung 8nm process.
This new process allows NVIDIA to fit a significant number of transistors in the cards (28.3 billion in the case of RTX 3090/Ti). With the new architecture, team green is claiming up to 2x performance and 1.9x power efficiency compared to the Turing-based RTX 20 series.
GeForce RTX 3090, 3090 Ti
As you could guess, the 3090 Ti is the fastest GPU in the new lineup. And NVIDIA is referring to both of these as “BFGPU” (Big Ferocious GPU). Here, the 3090 Ti is quite similar to the standard 3090. They both have 384-bit 24GB GDDR6X video memory. But the Ti is slightly faster at 21.0 Gbps compared to 19.5 Gbps on the RTX 3090.
Likewise, the GA102 GPU on the 3090 Ti has 10,752 CUDA cores over 3090’s 10,496. It has a rated TDP of 450W which is 100W more compared to 3090.
Both these graphics cards target 8K HDR gaming. Overall, NVIDIA says the 3090 Ti is about 9% faster than the 3090. And RTX 3090 is almost 50% faster than the TITAN RTX (Turing). Similarly, it is up to 10 times quieter thanks to the silencer. It also helps the new GPU remain up to 30°C cooler than the TITAN RTX.
GeForce RTX 3080, 3080 Ti
The 3080 Ti is a slightly watered-down version of the 3090. It features 10,240 CUDA cores, a 1.67 GHz boost clock, and just half memory (12GB GDDR6X) of 19 Gbps speed. On the other hand, the RTX 3080 comes with either 10 or 12GB of GDDR6X memory with a speed of up to 19 Gbps.
The 10GB version has 8,704 CUDA cores and a 320-bit memory bus compared to 8,960 CUDA cores and 384-bit memory bus on the 12GB model. Additionally, the 10GB RTX 3080 has 320W TDP which is 30W lower than the 12GB RTX 3080 or the 3080 Ti. Anyway, NVIDIA claims that the RTX 3080 is 2x faster than the RTX 2080. Both of these cards can offer up to 4K 60 fps gaming.
GeForce RTX 3070, 3070 Ti
Further down the line are the RTX 3070 and 3070 Ti. These cards are targeted toward 1440p gaming, and thus feature drastically low compute units compared to the 3080 and 3090 series. The GA104 chip on these cards packs 17.4 billion transistors, with 6,144 CUDA cores on the 3070 Ti and 5,888 on the 3070.
Similarly, their memory size with a 256-bit memory bus is limited to just 8GB. But while the 3070 Ti enjoys the faster GDDR6X memory protocol, the regular RTX 3070 gets GDDR6 memory instead. Their core/boost clock speed is also marginally different: 1.58/1.77 GHz on 3070 Ti and 1.50/1.73 GHz on 3070.
GeForce RTX 3060, 3060 Ti
Next up is the RTX 3060 series. These are possibly the best-value graphics cards in the entire RTX 30 lineup. Geared towards high-end 1080p gaming, the 3060 and 3060 Ti come with 3,584 and 4,864 CUDA cores, respectively. Interestingly enough, the RTX 3060 has 12GB GDDR6 VRAM whereas the 3060 Ti has just 8GB GDDR6 VRAM.
Besides this, the 3060 also has a faster memory clock compared to its Ti counterpart. But the 3060 Ti does have a wider 256-bit memory but over the 3060’s 192-bit. As for power, the Ti has 200W TDP which is 30W more than the standard RTX 3060. While NVIDIA sells a Founder’s Edition RTX 3060 Ti, you will only find aftermarket RTX 3060 cards from brands like Asus, MSI, EVGA, and such.
GeForce RTX 3050
Finally, we have the entry-level RTX 3050. Like the RTX 3060 series, this one also targets 1080p gaming. With a 128-bit of 8GB GDDR6 memory on board, this graphics card should suffice the needs of most budget gamers who want to play ray-traced games.
According to NVIDIA, 3 of the top 5 GPUs on Steam belong to the GTX 50 series. And with all the capabilities of the 3050, the company is hoping people would finally upgrade to RTX. Like RTX 3060, there is no Founder’s Edition RTX 3050 either.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series Specifications:
3090 Ti
3090
3080 Ti
3080
3070 Ti
3070
3060 Ti
3060
3050
Architecture
Ampere
Process
Samsung custom 8nm
Transistors
28.3b
17.4b
13.25b
CUDA cores
10752
10496
10240
8960 / 8704
6144
5888
4864
3584
2560
Boost clock (GHz)
1.86
1.695
1.665
1.71
1.77
1.725
1.665
1.777
Memory bus (bit)
384
384 / 320
256
192
128
Memory (GB)
24
12
12 / 10
8
12
8
Memory Type
GDDR6X
GDDR6
S. P. Boost (TFLOPS)
39.997
35.581
34.1
30.643 / 29.768
21.7
20.314
16.197
12.738
9.098
Tensors (TFLOPS)
160
142
136
122 / 119
87
81.3
64.8
51.2
36.4
TDP (W)
450
350
350 / 320
290
220
200
170
130
Launch MSRP
$1999
$1499
$1199
$799 / $699
$599
$499
$399
$329
$249
New Technologies
During the launch event, NVIDIA also announced three new technologies in the RTX 30 series that will offer a better experience to gamers, streamers, and esports professionals.
1. NVIDIA Reflex
It is a combination of tools designed to allow gamers to measure and reduce their system latency. Popular gaming titles such as Fortnite, Apex Legends, Call of Duty: Warzone, and Valorant will come integrated with NVIDIA Reflex’s Low-Latency Mode. It is claimed to be capable of reducing the latency by up to 50%.
Similarly, the Reflex Latency Analyzer tool will be integrated into the upcoming 360Hz NVIDIA G-Sync Esports displays. It will help users to evaluate the latency in their gaming setup. For example, the tool can measure the delay between the mouse’s input and the time taken by the pixel to change accordingly.
2. NVIDIA Broadcast
It is a tool for live streamers. This universal plugin will use RTX-accelerated AI effects like audio noise removal, virtual background effects, and webcam auto frame to improve the quality of the home setup of streamers.
3. NVIDIA Omniverse Machinima
With the Omniverse Machinima, the company wants to take story-telling to the next level. It comes with tools like the path-traced viewer, an engine for physical accuracy, simulating lights, physics, and AI. In supported games, users will be able to create characters, add high-fidelity animations, and publish film-quality cinematics using the RTX 30 series GPU.
NVIDIA RTX 30 Series Graphics Cards Price in Nepal
The price of NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 series graphics cards in Nepal starts at Rs. 55,000 for the base RTX 3050 and goes all the way up to Rs. 330,000 for the top-of-the-line RTX 3090 Ti. You can buy the following NVIDIA RTX 30 series graphics cards in Nepal at the price mentioned below from Hukut Store.
Samsung launched two new smartphones in India under the M series today. This includes the Galaxy M13 and M13 5G. In this article, we will be discussing the specs, features, availability, and expected price of the Samsung Galaxy M13 4G (India) and M13 5G in Nepal.
Samsung Galaxy M13 4G (India) Overview:
For those unaware, Samsung already has a 4G smartphone with the Galaxy M13 moniker in Spain and other European markets. But it is not the same phone that Amazon is currently teasing in India. Samsung already sells F13, which is very similar to the Europen M13, in India—if you were wondering the purpose behind the Indian variant.
The Indian variant of the Samsung Galaxy M13 4G sports a different design, given away by the lack of a camera bump at the back. Still, the punch-hole cutout on the front remains the same. It is available in Aqua Green, Midnight Blue, and Stardust Brown color options.
The M13 has a 6.6-inch Full HD+ resolution display that is protected by Gorilla Glass 5 to avoid accidental drops and damage. Likewise, the phone is rated to have a brightness of 480 nits. Sadly this variant of the M13 doesn’t bring a higher refresh or touch sampling rate.
Performance
In terms of performance, the smartphone is powered by an Exynos 850 chipset. It comes with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. Also, you can expand the memory via microSD card and RAM up to 12GB with a feature called RAM Plus.
Moreover, like most Samsung phones in 2022, the M13 4G boots on the latest Android 12-based OneUI 4 Core. For starters, the Core version of Samsung’s UI is the trimmed-down version of the usual One UI specifically designed for entry-level and mid-range Samsung Galaxy phones.
Rest of the specs
Talking about the cameras, it has two of them at the back which include a 50MP main sensor, a 5MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP depth sensor. On the front, it has an 8MP lens. The phone is powered by a 6000mAh battery which is bigger than the 5000mAh of its European counterpart. It supports 15W fast charging and fortunately, the charger is included inside the box.
Along with the Galaxy M13 4G, Samsung has also launched the M13 5G in the Indian market. Like its 4G sibling, Galaxy M13 5G won’t feature a camera bump. That being said, it only has two camera sensors on the back which comprise a 50MP primary sensor and a 2MP secondary lens. Here, Samsung has ditched the ultrawide module leaving just the duo of a 50MP primary and a 2MP auxiliary sensor.
Unlike the M13 4G, Samsung has chosen a MediaTek chipset over the Exynos in the 5G model. It is powered by the 7nm-based Dimensity 700 with two Cortex-A76 and six Cortex-A55 cores. For connectivity, the handset also supports 11 5G bands.
The Galaxy M13 5G sports a 6.5-inch screen with a refresh rate of 90Hz. However, compared to its 4G counterpart, Samsung has reduced the brightness from 480 nits to 400 nits and has incorporated Gorilla Glass 3 protection rather than Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
Moving on, the device is fueled by a 5,000mAh battery and supports 15W fast charging. Like its 4G sibling, it comes with Android 12-based OneUI Core 4. In addition, both smartphones come with kernel-level Samsung Knox security.
Samsung Galaxy M13 (4G/5G) Price in Nepal and Availability
The 4G variant of the Galaxy M13 starts at INR 11,999 for the base 4/64GB variant, while the 6/128GB variant costs Rs 13,999. The Galaxy M13 5G, on the other hand, costs Rs 13,999 for the 4/64GB model and INR 15,999 for the 6/128GB variant. We expect the price of the Samsung Galaxy M13 4G and M13 5G to start at NPR 23,000 and NPR 26,000, if and when it launches in Nepal.
Smartphone
Configuration
Price in India
Price in Nepal (Expected)
Samsung Galaxy M13 4G
4GB + 64GB
INR 11,999
NPR 23,000
6GB + 128GB
INR 13,999
NPR 26,000
Samsung Galaxy M13 5G
4GB + 64GB
INR 13,999
NPR 26,000
6GB + 128GB
INR 15,999
NPR 29,000
Meanwhile, check out our review of the Galaxy F23 5G.
Yesterday was a huge day for Nokia. Not only did the company launch a bunch of nostalgic features phones, it even announced a new entry-level tablet. In this article, we will discuss the Nokia T10 in more detail, including its specs, features, expected price, and availability in Nepal.
Nokia T10 Overview:
Design and Display
Nokia T10 features an 8” LCD screen with thick bezels all around, especially at the top and bottom. It is an HD screen with 800 x 1280 px resolution and a 16:10 aspect ratio. The display is fully laminated and has toughened glass for protection.
Nokia T10 tablet does have Widevine L1 support, which means it can stream HD movies and shows in Netflix. In addition, the tablet comes with Google Entertainment which acts as a common hub for movies and shows from multiple streaming services.
The screen is enclosed inside a polycarbonate body with a splash-resistant IPX2 rating. The tablet measures 9mm in thickness and weighs around 375 grams. Furthermore, it is available in a single Ocean Blue color.
Camera and Audio
Over on the audio front, it comes with a pair of stereo speakers with a bunch of audio optimizations from OZO.
There is a 2MP camera at the front, which together with the single microphone, facilitates video calls. Nokia even uses it for the Face Unlock feature, which surprisingly works even with a mask.
You can also find a second camera at the back with an 8MP resolution and an LED flash.
Powering the Nokia T10 tablet is the Unisoc T606 chipset which is an entry-level chipset based on a 12nm FinFET process.
It comes with 2 Cortex-A75 cores and 6 Cortex-A55 cores, all clocked at 1.6GHz. The graphics are handled by ARM Mali G57 GPU, which features a single-core clocked at 650MHz.
Nokia has paired the chip with 3GB RAM and 32GB internal storage. The latter can be expanded up to 512GB with the help of an external SD card slot.
Software
Nokia is among the few companies that offer neat-stock Android offerings in all its smartphones and tablets. The T10 tablet in question, comes with the vanilla Android 12 out of the box.
Since it is a tablet, you also get Google’s Kid Space and the new Entertainment Space.
In addition, Nokia is also promising two years of major Android updates, which is quite rare in the budget tablet market.
Rest of the Specs
Fueling the Nokia T10 Android tablet is a 5,250mAh battery with support for 10W charging. Once fully charged, Nokia says it can last an entire day. The tablet supports dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0. You can also opt for an LTE version which has a SIM slot, proximity sensor, and A-GPS navigation system.
Nokia T10 Specifications:
Body: 123.2 x 208 x 9mm, Polycarbonate
Weight: 375g
Display: 8-inches LCD panel, Toughened glass
Resolution: HD (800 x 1280 pixels), 16:10 aspect ratio
Currently, Nokia T10 is available in the UK, where it’s priced at GBP 129 for the Wi-F-only model and GBP 149 for the LTE variant. If it launches in Nepal, we expect the price of the Nokia T10 Android Tablet to start at NPR 22,500.
Nokia T10 Android Tablet
Price in the UK (Official)
Price in Nepal (Expected)
3/32GB (Wi-Fi-only)
GBP 129
NPR 22,500
3/32GB (LTE)
GBP 149
NPR 25,000
Meanwhile, check out our review of the Realme Tab mini.
Nokia just released quite an unusual but ingeniously designed phone called the Nokia 5710 XpressAudio. It seems like a standard Nokia Candybar phone until you realize it has an inbuilt TWS earphone that can be tucked away at the rear of the phone. So, let’s have a look at the Nokia 5710 XpressAudio characteristics, features, availability, and estimated pricing in Nepal.
Nokia 5710 XpressAudio Overview:
Design
From the outside, the XpressAudio appears to be no different than other feature phones. But the actual trickery is hidden on the phone’s back, where a sliding mechanism shelters the buds and charges them while not in use.
The buds can be used to listen to songs that are stored on the smartphone. By the way, the smartphone has a built-in storage of 128MB which is expandable up to 32GB via a microSD card. Since the TWS earbuds have Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity, you can also pair them with other smartphones or electronic devices.
Moreover, for those who like the more traditional FM radio listening experience, the smartphone also features a headphone port. On a single charge, the earphone delivers up to 2.4 hours of talk time or up to 4 hours of music playback.
In terms of display, the Nokia 5710 XpressAudio features a 2.4-inch color screen with QVGA resolution. There are signature audio control buttons at the side of the display. On the rear is a 0.3MP VGA camera, and the phone is powered by a 1,450mAh battery. It is rated to last up to 6 hours and charges via a micro USB port.
On the performance front, it is powered by a Unisoc T107 chipset and runs Nokia’s Series 30+ (S30+) OS, which was introduced in 2013. The Nokia 5710 is available in white/red and black/red, with earphones that complement the phone’s color. Likewise, for connectivity, the smartphone supports 4G networks and accepts a single Nano-SIM.
Nokia 5710 XpressAudio Specifications:
Dimension: 138.9 x 57.7 x 16.2mm; 57.7mm
Display: 2.4-inch, QVGA resolution
Processor: Unisoc T107
Memory: 48MB RAM, 128MB storage
OS: Series 30+ (S30+)
Camera: 0.3MP (rear)
Audio: Stereo speakers, Built-in wireless earbuds
Connectivity: 4G (Nano-SIM)
Color: Black, White
Nokia 5710 XpressAudio Price in Nepal and Availability
The XpressAudio is priced at £74.99 in the UK and will be available starting next month. We expect the price of the Nokia 5710 Xpress Audio to be NPR 10,000, if and when it launches in Nepal.
Device
Price in the UK
Price in Nepal (Expected)
Nokia 5710 XpressAudio
£74.99
NPR 10,000
Meanwhile, check out our review of the Xiaomi Smart Band 7.
Realme has launched its first flagship powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset. In addition to the new SoC, Realme GT 2 Explorer Master Edition marks the company’s collaboration with popular fashion designer, Jae Jung. So, let’s take a look at the specs, features, expected price, and availability of the Realme GT 2 Explorer Master Edition in Nepal.
Realme GT 2 Explorer Master Edition:
Collaboration with Jae Jung
Realme has been continually exploring new elements for its phone’s design. The GT 2 Pro, for example, launched with a paper-back design. In addition, Realme’s Master Edition phones are always known for their unique design.
In the same vein, the Explorer Master Edition of GT 2 has launched with a “Hard case.Wilderness” variant classic travel trunk-inspired look.
The design is made in collaboration with Jae Jung, a fashion designer who believes that this design strikes a balance between aesthetics and functionality.
The back of the phone is made of vegan leather and unlike the GT 2 Pro, this guy has flat frames with squared-off edges. As per Realme, the frame has gone through 20 polishing processes, giving it a fine matte texture. There are also trunk-inspired metal rivets on the bevel.
The other two color options come with a shiny textured finish because of the MSI AG process. They are also both lighter and slimmer than the hard case version.
Display
Over on the front, Realme GT 2 Master Edition sports a 120Hz AMOLED screen with ultra-narrow micro-edge bezels. Those on the sides measure 1.48mm, while that on the top and bezels are 1.84mm and 2.47mm thick, respectively.
The screen has a diagonal length of 6.7-inches and boasts 360Hz touch sampling rate. The latter can boost up to 1000Hz at times. Furthermore, it’s a 10-bit screen with 100% DCI-P3 coverage and HDR10+ certification.
Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
As mentioned earlier, Realme GT 2 Explorer Master Edition is the first phone from the company to feature Qualcomm’s latest flagship chipset. With this, Realme has joined the likes of Xiaomi, Asus, and Nubia as the only brands with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 phones in the market.
Talking about the chip, it is based on TSMC’s 4nm process node. This alone has allowed Qualcomm to make the chip 15% more power-efficient than the regular 8 Gen 1 based on Samsung’s 4nm process.
The Cortex-X2 Prime core has been overclocked to 3.2GHz resulting in an overall CPU boost of 10%. Moreover, the GPU is also 10% faster.
On the memory side, Realme has opted for LPDDR5X, making the GT 2 Explorer Master Edition the only phone with the RAM standard. According to the company, the new RAM consumes 20% less power than LPDDR4. It is paired with up to 256GB UFS 3.1 storage.
Another highlight of Realme GT 2 Explorer Master Edition is its dual vapor chamber cooling with 4811 sq. mm. Realme has even increased the capillary density and liquid cooling reflow capacity by 100%.
In addition, the phone has 11 layers of heat dissipation layer, including diamond thermal gel and 3D graphene structure, contributing to a massive 37924 sq. mm area.
Realme GT 2 Explorer Master Edition also features the latest Pixelwork X7 chip that boasts 4x frame interpolation for 2x 120fps effective frame rate with the same power consumption as native 60fps. The chip even boasts super sampling technology that can upscale HD to FHD.
You can also find two pressure-sensitive buttons on the frame for that extra control for gamers.
Camera
Realme GT 2 Explorer Master Edition flaunts a triple camera setup with Sony IMX766 (OIS) as the primary sensor. It is backed by the latest HyperShot Image Architecture, which promises faster night-time processing, better details, and an improved anti-shake mechanism.
There is another 50MP sensor with a 150-degree Field of View that users can take ultrawide shots with. Finally, the third sensor is the second-generation microscope lens with 40x magnification. Upfront, the center-aligned punch-hole cutout is home to a 16MP selfie camera.
Rest of the specs
Realme GT 2 Explorer Master Edition packs a 5,000mAh battery, consisting of two cells of 2500mAh each. It supports 100W fast charging. The company includes a 100W GaN charger in the box. As for biometrics, you get an optical in-display fingerprint scanner.
Other highlights of the Realme GT 2 Master Edition include 4D game vibration, 360-degree NFC, stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos and Hi-Res audio, and cross-platform collaboration. The company even says the phone can detect hidden cameras in rooms.
Realme GT 2 Explorer Master Explorer Edition Specifications:
Battery: 500mAh with 100W SuperDart Charge (100W GaN adapter inside the box)
Color Options: Hardcase. Wilderness, Iceland, Cangyan
Realme GT 2 Explorer Master Edition Launch and Availability
As for now, you can only buy the GT 2 Explorer Master Edition in China, where it starts at CNY 3,499 for the base 8/128GB variant. If it launches in Nepal, we expect the price of Realme GT 2 Explorer Master Edition in Nepal to start at NPR 68,499.
Realme GT 2 Explorer Master Edition
Official Price (China)
Price in Nepal (Expected)
8/128GB
CNY 3,499
NPR 68,499
8/256GB
CNY 3,799
NPR 74,499
12/256GB
CNY 3,999
NPR 77,499
Meanwhile, check out our review of the Realme GT Master Explorer Edition.
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