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Xiaomi OLED Vision TV launched with a 10-bit panel, 30W speaker, and more

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April 28, 2022

Xiaomi OLED Vision TV launched with a 10-bit panel, 30W speaker, and more

Xiaomi has launched its first OLED TV in India called the Xiaomi OLED Vision. It’s a 4K TV and comes with Android TV 11 out-of-the-box. Here, we will learn all the specs, features, availability, and expected price of Xiaomi OLED Vision TV in Nepal.

Xiaomi OLED Vision TV Overview:

Display

Xiaomi OLED Vision is a 55-inch TV with 4K resolution and 60Hz refresh rate. It has a slim bezel on the front that measures just 4.6mm and features an all-metallic build. Similarly, the TV offers a 97% screen-to-body ratio.

The screen here has a 10-bit color depth with support for Dolby Vision IQ that adjusts brightness according to the ambiance. The TV is also HDR10+, HDR10, and HLG certified, as well as IMAX Enhanced.

Moreover, Xiaomi has also employed its proprietary Vivid Picture Engine 2 technology which is claimed to improve colors, contrast, saturation, and brightness across multiple color gamuts and standards. It also has a MEMC engine with Reality Flow, which analyzes image frames and interpolates them to provide smooth, blur-free visuals, especially on fast-paced content.

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Performance

The TV is powered by a quad-core ARM Cortex-A73 CPU with 3GB RAM and 32GB storage. It comes pre-loaded with Android TV 11 and Xiaomi’s own PatchWall content aggregation service, which curates and suggests content from 30 different apps.

Because it’s an Android-powered TV, it comes with a Chromecast built-in, Google Assistant support, and access to all of the major streaming services. For hands-free control, Xiaomi OLED Vision has built-in far-field microphones that let you interact with your IoT devices and TV via Assistant.

For audio, the TV boasts an 8-unit speaker system capable of producing 30W of sound. The speakers include a custom-designed arrangement with four active and four passive drivers, as well as compatibility for Dolby Atmos and DTS: X.

Connectivity

Last but not the least, the wired connectivity options include three HDMI 2.1 (ALLM, eARC) ports, two USB ports, Ethernet, AV, optical, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Similarly, for wireless communication, it employs WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0.

Xiaomi OLED Vision TV Specifications:

Display: 55-inches panel, 98.5% DCI-P3, 10-bit color depth, MEMC, Dolby Vision IQ, IMAX ENHANCED, ALLM
Resolution: 4K (3840 × 2160 pixels)
Picture Engine: Vivid Picture Engine 2
Sound: 30W output (8 Speaker setup – 4 Passive and 4 Active drivers), Dolby Atmos, DTS-X
OS: Android TV 11 with Patchwall
Processor: Quad-Core Cortex A73 CPU
GPU: Mali-G52 MC1
Storage: 3GB RAM, 32GB storage
Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0
I/O Ports: 3 x HDMI 2.1, 2x USB, 1x LAN, 1x AV, 1 x Optical, 1 x 3.5mm jack

Xiaomi OLED Vision TV Price in Nepal and Availability

Xiaomi OLED Vision TV is launched in India at an asking price of INR 89,999. It will be available for purchase from 19 May 2022. We expect the price of Xiaomi OLED Vision TV to be NPR 170,000, if and when it launches in Nepal.

TV	Price in India (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Xiaomi OLED Vision	NPR 160,000	NPR 170,000

Meanwhile, check out our review of the LG C1 OLED TV.

LG’s 2022 series of Gram laptops goes official with Alder Lake CPUs, eGPU support

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April 27, 2022

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LG’s 2022 series of Gram laptops goes official with Alder Lake CPUs, eGPU support

LG has announced its 2022 lineup of Gram laptops globally. The machines will be powered by Intel’s 12th gen processors and with the option to choose discrete Nvidia RTX 2050 graphics. Let’s learn more about the new LG Gram lineup of laptops 2021 along with their specs, features, price, and availability.

LG Gram Laptops 2022 Overview:

If you’re not familiar with the Gram line of laptops, they’re portable ultrabooks that prioritize performance and battery life. The LG Gram laptop collection for 2022 has six models with four screen sizes to select from: 17″, 16″, 15″, and 14″. The 15” variant is the new addition in the lineup, as it was not present in 2021. The 14″ and 16″ screen sizes are also available in a 2-in-1 convertible form.

Display

All of the laptops in the LG Gram 2022 series, as last year, have an IPS panel with varying resolutions. The 17″ and 16″ versions offer WQXGA (2,560 x 1,600) resolution, while the 15″ and 14″ models have WUXGA (1,920 x 1,200) and Full HD (1,920 x 1,080) resolution, respectively. Likewise, except for the 15″ model, which has a 16:9 aspect ratio, all of the laptops have a 16:10 screen.

In terms of brightness, they all have 350 nits, save for the convertible model, which only has 300 nits. The latter additionally offers touch input and stylus compatibility, as well as Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection.

Because these are Gram series laptops from LG, they are exceptionally light, with the 14″ weighing 999 grams as the lightest entry in the series. Similarly, none of the laptops weigh more than 1.5 kgs.

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Performance

The LG Gram 2022 lineup is powered by 12th generation Intel Alder Lake CPUs. The CPUs by default have integrated GPUs, but LG will also offer external NVIDIA RTX 2050 graphics cards with 4GB GDDR6 VRAM in 17″ and 16″ variants. In terms of memory, they come equipped with up to 32GB of LPDDR5 RAM and NVMe Gen 4 SSD storage.

Furthermore, each laptop has an 80Wh battery, but those with a separate GPU have a bigger 90Wh cell.

Rest of the specs

Aside from that, the camera on LG Gram 2022 laptops has been upgraded to a FullHD sensor with IR compatibility for Windows Hello authentication. On the software front, they include a slew of new apps, including Glance by Mirametrix, which blurs or turns off the display when the user is looking away.

LG Gram 2022 Lineup (Specifications)

Specifications	17″ (17Z90Q)	16″ (16Z90Q)	15″ (15Z90Q)	14″ (14Z90Q)	16″ 2-in-1 (16T90Q)	14″ 2-in-1 (14T90Q)
Dimensions	378.8 x 258.8 x 17.7mm	354.5 x 242.1 x 16.8mm	356.1 x 222.9 x 17.4mm	312 x 213.9 x 16.8mm	356.6 x 248.3 x 16.9mm	314 x 219.5 x 16.75mm
Weight	1,350 gram (Internal GPU) / 1,435 gram (External GPU)	1,199 gram (Internal GPU) / 1,285 gram (External GPU)	1,140gram	999 gram	1,480 gram	1,230 gram
Display	17-inch IPS	16-inch IPS	15.6-inch IPS	14-inch IPS	16-inch Touch IPS, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus	14-inch Touch IPS, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
Resolution	WQXGA (2,560 x 1,600)		Full HD (1,920 x 1,080)	WUXGA (1,920 x 1,200)	WQXGA (2,560 x 1,600)
Brightness (Typ.)	350 nits				300 nits
Battery	80Wh (Internal GPU) / 90Wh (External GPU)		80Wh
CPU	12th Gen Intel Core Processor (Alder Lake)
GPU	Intel Iris Xe/UHD Graphics
External GPU	NVIDIA RTX 2050 with 4GB (GDDR6)		–
Memory	8/16/32GB (LPDDR5-5200MHz, Dual Channel)
Storage	Dual SSD Slots (NVMe Gen 4)
Speakers	Stereo Speaker (1.5Wx2), HD Audio with DTS X Ultra, AI Noise Cancelling
Durability	MIL-STD-810G
I/O Port*	1 x HDMI, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×1 (x2), USB 4 Gen 3×2 Type C (x2, Power Delivery, DisplayPort, Thunderbolt 4),				1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2, 2 x USB 4 Gen 3×2 Type C (Power Delivery, DisplayPort, Thunderbolt 4), Micro SD Card
Webcam	Full HD Webcam with IR Sensor
Accessory	–				LG Stylus Pen (Wacom AES 2.0 & WGP)

LG Gram Laptops 2022 Price and Availability

These products will be available in major markets such as North America, Europe, and Asia from the second quarter of 2022. LG, on the other hand, has yet to make a pricing announcement.

Meanwhile, check out our pick for the best phones under INR 20,000 in 2022.

iQOO Z6 4G with Snapdragon 680, 44W charging goes official

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April 27, 2022

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iQOO Z6 4G with Snapdragon 680, 44W charging goes official

Alongside the gaming-focused Z6 Pro, iQOO has also launched the iQOO Z6 4G smartphone in India. In this article, we will list down the specs, features, availability, and expected price of the iQOO Z6 4G in Nepal.

iQOO Z6 4G Overview:

Design and Display

iQOO Z6 4G sports a 6.4-inch Full HD+ AMOLED screen. Unfortunately, it does not have a high refresh rate, but it does feature a touch sampling rate of 180Hz. The smartphone also includes an in-display fingerprint scanner, which is rare for a smartphone in this price range.

The iQOO Z6 4G shares the same design as the Z6 Pro and will be available in Lumina Blue and Raven Black.

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Performance

Inside, iQOO has packed a Snapdragon 680 processor. It is a 4G chipset manufactured using a 6nm process. Similarly, the SoC is equipped with up to 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and up to 128GB of storage. The latter can be expanded up to 1TB with a microSD card. iQOO has also included support for expanded RAM, which allows the system to designate 2GB of internal storage as virtual RAM.

Rest of the specs

Moving on, it boasts a triple rear camera arrangement comprised of a 50MP primary lens and a pair of 2MP macro and bokeh sensors. On the front, there’s a 16MP selfie camera.

Fueling the smartphone to do every chore is a 5000mAh battery. It charges via a 44W charger that can juice up the cell from 0-50% in just 27 minutes.

iQOO Z6 4G Specifications:

Body: 159.6 x 73.5 x 8.49mm; 187g
Display: 6.44-inch AMOLED, 180Hz touch sampling
Resolution: FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 (6nm)
Memory: Up to 8GB RAM, Up to 128GB storage
OS: Android 12 based Funtouch OS 12
Rear Camera: Triple (50MP primary + 2MP bokeh + 2MP macro)
Front Camera: 16MP (teardrop notch)
Security: Fingerprint (in-display)
Battery: 5000mAh with 44W wired charging
Color Options: Lumina Blue, Raven Black

iQOO Z6 4G Price in Nepal and Specifications:

The iQOO Z6 is available in India for INR 14,499 for the base 4/128GB variant. It will also be available in 6/128GB and 8/128GB configurations which are priced at INR 15,999 and INR 16,999, respectively. We expect the price of iQOO Z6 4G in Nepal to be NPR 30,000, if and when it launches in Nepal.

iQOO Z6 4G	Price in India (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
4/128GB	INR 14,999	NPR 30,000
6/128GB	INR 15,999	NPR 32,000
8/128GB	INR 16,999	NPR 34,000

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Vivo T1 (iQOO Z6).

iQOO Z6 Pro launched with Snapdragon 778G, 90Hz AMOLED screen

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April 27, 2022

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iQOO Z6 Pro launched with Snapdragon 778G, 90Hz AMOLED screen

iQOO has launched the Z6 Pro smartphone in India today. It’s equipped with a Snapdragon processor and sports a triple camera setup. In this article, we will go through the specs, features, availability, and expected price of the iQOO Z6 Pro in Nepal.

iQOO Z6 Pro Overview:

Design and Display

iQOO Z6 Pro features a 6.44-inch AMOLED panel. This is a Full HD+ resolution screen with a 90Hz refresh rate and 180Hz touch sampling rate. Similarly, the brightness on this thing can go as high as 1300 nits, and is also HDR 10+ certified to enjoy HDR content on streaming platforms.

At the back, there’s a triple camera setup housed inside a rectangular module. The smartphone measures 8.49mm thick and weighs 187 grams. iQOO Z6 Pro will be available in two color options—Phantom Dusk and Legion Sky.

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Performance

Under the hood, it is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G chipset. This is coupled with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. To keep thermals under control in intensive workloads, iQOO has installed a 32923 sq. mm liquid cooling area that can reduce the CPU temperature by 12 degrees.

Furthermore, the device has a Z-axis linear motor, which improves the gaming vibration experience. Likewise, you get the latest Android 12-based FunTouch OS 12 custom skin.

Cameras

Camera-wise, the phone sports a 64MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultrawide lens, and a 2MP macro lens on the rear. For selfies and video calls, there’s a 16MP camera on the waterdrop style notch.

Rest of the specs

Fueling the smartphone is a 4700mAh battery that supports 66W FlashCharge. For biometrics, it has a in-display fingerprint sensor. Similarly, the connectivity option includes 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, and USB Type-C port.

iQOO Z6 Pro Specifications:

Body: 159.6 x 73.5 x 8.49mm; 187g
Display: 6.44-inch AMOLED, 90Hz refresh rate, 180Hz touch sampling, HDR 10+, 1300 nits (peak)
Resolution: FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G (6nm)
Memory: Up to 12GB RAM, Up to 256GB storage
OS: Android 12 based Funtouch OS 12
Rear Camera: Triple (64MP primary +8MP ultrawide + 2MP macro)
Front Camera: 16MP (teardrop notch)
Security: Fingerprint (in-display)
Battery: 4700mAh with 66W wired charging
Color Options: Phantom Dusk, Legion Sky

iQOO Z6 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

iQOO Z6 Pro is launched in India at INR 23,999 for the base 6/128GB variant. Similarly, the 8/128GB and 12/256GB variant retails at INR 24,999 and INR 28,999, respectively. We expect the price of iQOO Z6 Pro to start at NPR 40,000 if iQOO plans to launch it in Nepal.

iQOO Z6 Pro	Price in India (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
6/128GB	INR 23,999	NPR 45,000
8/128GB	INR 24,999	NPR 47,000
12/256GB	INR 28,999	NPR 50,000

Meanwhile, check out our review of the iQOO Z6.

Nepal bans import of 10 types of luxury goods including flagship phones

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April 27, 2022

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Nepal bans import of 10 types of luxury goods including flagship phones

Earlier this month, Nepal Rastra Bank instructed commercial banks to stop issuing Letter of Credit (LC) for the import of non-essential goods. The motive behind the move was to prevent further widening of the country’s trade deficit. Today, the government has imposed a ban on the import of ten types of luxury goods.

Import Ban on Luxury Items

Nepal’s Ministry of Industry, Commerce, and Supplies has banned the import of “luxury” items into the country till mid-July. Nepal’s foreign exchange has dropped significantly over the past few years, and the government wishes to prevent it from dropping further with this import ban.

Though the import ban was only made official today, commercial banks had already stopped issuing Letter of Credit for imports of non-essential goods weeks prior. Likewise, the government is also keen on controlling the outflow of money via illegal crypto and hundi transactions.

List of Banned Luxury Items

The following is the list of items banned for import following today’s decision:

Kurkure, Kurmure, and other similar products
All kinds of liquors (except raw materials)
Cigarettes and tobacco products (except raw materials)
Diamonds
Smartphones over $600 in price
Color Television over 32” of screen
Jeeps, cars, and vans (except ambulances and hearses)
Motorcycle of 250cc and above
All kinds of toys
Playing cards

However, this ban does not apply to products imported by diplomatic missions for their personal usage. Likewise, the government has also assured importers that products that have already completed all the import procedures via bands before April 26 will also remain unaffected by this decision.

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Right Move?

It is clear by now that Nepal’s economy is not the strongest. Increasing imports coupled with factors such as declining remittance have contributed to this situation. In this regard, the decision to ban imports of non-essential and luxury items is a welcome change. Some may even argue that it should have been done earlier.

For instance, even if smartphones have been an integral part of our daily life. One simply doesn’t need to have the latest flagships. Good phones have gotten cheaper over the years and can a get decent all-rounders even in the sub-30K market today.

However, this alone won’t fix Nepal’s economic woes. It is high time that the country started focusing on increasing production.

Meanwhile, check our list of best budget phones for 2022.

Poco unveils its first smartwatch with AMOLED screen, built-in GPS

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April 26, 2022

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Poco unveils its first smartwatch with AMOLED screen, built-in GPS

Alongside F4 GT, Poco has officially announced its first smartwatch, called the Poco Watch in a virtual event. It comes with a bunch of exciting features like an AMOLED display, 5ATM water-resistance rating, and built-in GPS. So, without further ado, let’s go through the specifications, features, availability, and expected price of the Poco Watch in Nepal.

Poco Watch Overview:

Design and Display

Poco Watch flaunts a 1.6-inch AMOLED panel on a square-shaped module and has a 320 x 360 resolution. This screen is enclosed inside a body that is 5ATM rated for water resistance, so a dive in a pool or open water won’t be a problem. Likewise, it features over 150 watch faces to choose from.

Meanwhile, check out all the specs and prices of Poco smartwatches

The Poco Watch weighs 31 grams including the TPU strap. The smartwatch itself is available in three color options, namely Blue, Black, and Ivory whereas you can choose from five different strap color options—Blue, Black, Ivory, Pink, and Olive.

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Features

In terms of health and wellness features, the Watch is equipped with an optical heart rate sensor for all-day heart rate monitoring. It can also track your blood oxygen level (SpO2), sleep, and sports 100+ exercise modes like yoga, hiking, cycling, and others.

Furthermore, it also brings a built-in multi-system GPS to locate and track the location during your morning workout sessions. You can pair the watch with your Android or iOS smartphone via the Mi Fit app. Fueling the smartwatch is a 225mAh battery that provides up to 14days of battery life on normal usage.

Read our review of Poco Watch here.

Poco Watch Specifications:

Body: 39.1 x 34.4 x 9.98mm, 31 grams (including strap)
Display: 1.6-inches AMOLED panel, 320 x 360 pixels, 301 PPI
Strap: TPU wristband
Water Resistance Level: 5ATM
Companion App: Mi Fitness (Android | iOS)
Sports Mode: 100+ fitness modes
Battery: 225mAh (up to 14 days)
Colors: Blue, Black, Ivory

Poco Watch Price in Nepal and Availability

In terms of pricing, the Poco Watch retails at EUR 79. We expect the price of the Poco Watch to be NPR 9,000, if and when it launches in Nepal.

Smartwatch	Price (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Poco Watch	EUR 79	NPR 9,000

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Redmi Watch 2 Lite.

Poco F4 GT unveiled with Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, 120W charging, and more

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April 26, 2022

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Poco F4 GT unveiled with Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, 120W charging, and more

After a series of leaks and rumors, Poco F4 GT is finally official for the global market. The announcement was made during a virtual event where the company also unveiled its first earbuds and smartwatch. Anyways, here, we will walk through the specs, features, availability, and expected price of the Poco F4 GT in Nepal.

Poco F4 GT Overview:

In a nutshell, the F4 GT is the same phone as the Redmi K50 Gaming Edition that went official in China a while ago.

Design and Display

Here, the smartphone has gaming aesthetics with an “X” shaped pattern on the rear panel and LED strips on the camera frame. The latter lights up in case of any notifications and can be customized through MIUI settings.

Moreover, the F4 GT has a glass back, and the frames are made of metal. Like its predecessor, the phone retains tactile triggers on the right frame. The Poco F4 GT is available in three color options—Stealth Black, Knight Silver, and Cyber Yellow.

On the front, there’s a 6.67-inch AMOLED panel that supports a 120Hz refresh rate and 480Hz touch sampling rate. This is a 10-bit color depth screen with HDR10+ certification and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection.

It also supports a feature called 1920Hz high-frequency Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) dimming that reduces the discomfort caused by strobes on the eyes in low-brightness situations.

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Performance

Powering the smartphone is a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor paired with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage. The phone also packs LiquidCool Technology 3.0 which features 4,860mm2 dual vapor chambers that ensure stability and peak performance in intensive workloads.

In terms of software, the F4 GT comes pre-installed with MIUI 13 for POCO based on Android 12. Similarly, fueling the device is a 4700mAh cell that supports 120W fast charging.

Cameras

Camera-wise, there’s a triple camera setup on the rear led by a 64MP Sony IMX686 primary sensor. Accompanying this is an 8MP ultrawide with a 120º field of view (FOV) and a 2MP macro sensor. For selfies, there’s a 20MP Sony IMX596 sensor.

Rest of the specifications

Aside from that, the F4 GT is outfitted with a CyberEngine super wideband X-axis linear motor for haptics. The audio, on the other hand, is handled by quad-speakers that support Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio, and Hi-Res Audio Wireless. Moreover, the connectivity option includes WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2. Despite having an AMOLED display, the F4 GT includes a side-mounted fingerprint scanner for biometrics.

Poco F4 GT Specifications:

Body: 76.7 x 162.5 x 8.5mm, 210 gm
Display: 6.67-inch AMOLED, 120Hz refresh rate, 480Hz touch sampling rate, 10-bit display, HDR10+, Gorilla Glass Victus, DCI-P3
Resolution: FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio
Chipset: Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4nm)
Cores: 1x Cortex-X2 (3.0 GHz) + 3x Cortex-A710 (2.5GHz) + 4x Cortex-A510 (1.80GHz)
GPU: Adreno 730
Memory: 8/12GB LPDDR5 RAM, 128/256GB UFS 3.1 storage (fixed)
Software & UI: Android 12 with MIUI 13
Rear Camera: Triple;
– 64MP Sony IMX686 primary
– 8MP ultra-wide camera, 120º FOV
– 2MP f/2.4 macro camera
Front Camera: 20MP Sony IMX596 (punch-hole)
Audio: Quad speakers, Dolby Atmos
Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Face unlock
Sensors: Accelerometer, 360º Ambient Light, Proximity, Gyroscope, Electronic Compass, IR Blaster
Haptics: CyberEngine ultra-wideband X-axis vibration motor
Connectivity: Dual-SIM (Nano), WiFi 6e (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), Bluetooth 5.2, GPS / AGPS / Glonass / Galileo / Beidou, USB Type-C, 4G LTE, 5G (dual SIM)
Battery: 4700mAh with 120W fast charging
Extras: Triggers, 4,860 sq. mm Vapour Chamber Cooling, Tactical RGB Glow

Poco F4 GT Price in Nepal and Availability

Poco F4 GT is launched at an asking price of EUR 599 for the base 8/128GB variant and EUR 699 for the higher 12/256GB model. However, as an early bird offer, the phone is available for EUR 100 less in both memory configurations. We expect the price of the Poco F4 GT to start at NPR 65,000, if and when it launches in Nepal.

Poco F4 GT	Price (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
8/128GB	EUR 599	NPR 65,000
12/256GB	EUR 699	NPR 75,000

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Poco F3 GT.

Poco Buds Pro goes official with 35dB ANC, Genshin Impact customization

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April 26, 2022

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Poco Buds Pro goes official with 35dB ANC, Genshin Impact customization

Today, Poco held an event where it pulled the curtains off the F4 GT. The gaming phone was accompanied by a couple of AIoT products. Among the two AIoT products launched today, we will be discussing the specs, features, expected price, and availability of the Poco Buds Pro Genshin Impact Edition in Nepal.

Poco Buds Pro Genshin Impact Edition Overview:

Long Time Coming

Back in 2020, the then Poco India General Manager, C Manmohan created a poll to ask fans what next product would they like to see from Poco. Around 38% of fans voted for TWS earbuds. The company then put out a teaser poster, too. However, we did not hear about the said TWS until now.

Genshin Impact Customization

Poco Buds Pro is the company’s first product in the growing audio accessory market. The company has designed the buds and the charging case after Klee – a popular character from Genshin Impact.

The charging case is elliptical in shape and is red in color. There is an LED indicator on the front and a Type-C charging port at the bottom. The exterior of the case is all-red, while the interior has a gold-colored shade.

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Inside, there is a pair of in-ear wireless headphones. They are mostly red except for the gold and brown highlights on the controls.

In addition to the Klee-inspired color scheme, Poco even ships Klee’s backpack carrying case with the Buds Pro Genshin Impact Edition. Fans will also appreciate the fact that Poco has designed the earbuds’ in-line voice to match that of Klee.

Rebranded Redmi AirDots 3 Pro

Unsurprisingly, Poco’s first TWS earbuds sports the same design as last year’s Redmi AirDots 3 Pro. Redmi even released a special Genshin Impact Edition earlier this year. Poco Buds Pro is indeed a rebranded version of Redmi Buds Pro.

Poco Buds Pro Genshin Impact Edition has an in-ear design with interchangeable silicone tips. Each earbud weighs around 4.9 grams, and they even have an IPX4 splash-proof rating. The complete package with the charging case weighs around 55 grams.

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As a result, Poco Buds Pro offers nothing new in terms of specifications and features. It comes with 9mm composite dynamic drivers and Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity. There is also support for dual-connection that you can use to connect the TWS earbuds to two devices simultaneously. The earbuds even have in-ear detection.

As per the company, Poco Buds Pro Genshin Impact Edition’s Active Noise Cancelation technology is effective for noises of up to 35dB. There is also a Transparency mode that users can use when they need to be aware of their surroundings.

As for battery endurance, we are looking at up to 28 hours of continuous music playback with the charging case. It is with the ANC turned off and volume set to 50%. The charging case takes around 2.5 hours to fully charge via the Type-C port. It even supports wireless charging.

Poco Buds Pro Genshin Impact Specifications:

Weight: 4.9 grams (each earbud), 55 grams (case + earbuds)
Color options: Black, White
Sound driver: 9mm Dynamic driver, 32 Ohm
Noise cancellation: Yes (ANC up to 35dB), Triple-mic call noise reduction
Connectivity: Bluetooth v5.2, 10m effective range, dual-connection
Water resistance: Yes, IP68 waterproof (earbuds only)
Battery life:
- Earbuds: Up to 6 hours (50% volume, ANC off)
- With case: Up to 28 hours (50% volume, ANC off)
Charging time: 1 hour (earbuds), 2.5 hours (case + earbuds)
Extra: Wear Detection, 39ms low latency mode, Qi Wireless charging, Transparency Mode

Poco Buds Pro Genshin Impact Edition Price in Nepal

Poco has launched the Buds Pro Genshin Impact Edition with an asking price of EUR 69 in the international market. If it launches in Nepal, we can expect the price of the Poco Buds Pro Genshin Impact in Nepal to be around NPR 7,500.

TWS Earbuds	Price in Europe (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Poco Buds Pro Genshin Impact Edition	EUR 69	NPR 7,500

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Galaxy Buds 2.

Vivo X80 series launched with top-tier Qualcomm and MediaTek chips

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April 25, 2022

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Vivo X80 series launched with top-tier Qualcomm and MediaTek chips

After tons of leaks and rumors, Vivo has finally pulled the curtains off of its latest Vivo X80 series which includes two devices—the Vivo X80 and X80 Pro. These devices were released as a follow-up to their X70 series counterparts, which were well-received for their cameras. As a result, it’s natural to expect the Vivo X80 series to be camera-focused smartphones. In this article, we will go through the specs, features, availability, and expected price of the Vivo X80 series (Vivo X80, X80 Pro) in Nepal.

Vivo X80, X80 Pro Overview:

Design and Display

To begin with, the Vivo X80 series comes with a large camera island on the back with a matte finish. However, the actual camera sensors are housed inside another circular cutout.

Both the smartphones in the series have a curved edge on the front and a flat back panel; and are available in three color options, namely Orange, Black, and Blue.

In terms of display, they come with a 6.78-inch AMOLED panel with support for a 120Hz refresh rate, 1500 nits of brightness, and a P3 color gamut. However, the X80 features a Full HD resolution screen whereas the Pro has a 2K display with 10-bit color depth, ΔE≈0.45 color accuracy, and 1000Hz touch sampling rate. Furthermore, the latter is also an LTPO 3.0 technology, which allows it to alter the refresh rate between 1 Hz and 120 Hz depending on the content.

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Performance

Inside, Vivo has packed the flagship MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chip. Nonetheless, the X80 Pro also comes with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor. Memory-wise, both the X80 and X80 Pro are available with up to 12GB of RAM and up to 512GB of internal storage. The company has also included vapor chamber cooling to keep the temperature in check during heavy workloads.

Cameras

In terms of cameras, the X80 Pro features a quad-camera setup led by a 50MP GNV 1G primary sensor that also supports OIS. Accompanying this is a 48MP ultrawide, a 12MP portrait, and an 8MP periscope sensor that brings 5x optical zoom and 60x digital zoom.

On the contrary, the vanilla X80 has a triple camera setup with a 50MP Sony IMX866 RGBW sensor and a couple of 12MP Sony IMX663 sensors for ultrawide and portrait lenses. On the front, both the devices feature a 32MP selfie snapper.

Furthermore, both of them include the company’s proprietary Vivo V1 chip for enhanced image processing capabilities. Likewise, there’s ZEISS T* coating on the camera module that eliminate the undesirable effects of stray light.

You also get to enjoy several cameras features like the micro-gimbal, Night Portrait 4.0, ZEISS Cinematic Bokeh, ZEISS Natural Color 2.0, time-lapse 3.0, and more.

Rest of the specs

Over on the battery front, the X80 boasts a 4500mAh cell with 80W fast charging support. According to Vivo, the device can be charged up to 50% in 11 minutes and fully charged in 34 minutes. Similarly, the X80 Pro has a 4700mAh battery that also supports 80W wired charging. It also enables wireless charging of 50W.

The X80 series will ship with the Android 12 OS-based OriginOS Ocean out of the box. Rest of the specs include NFC, X-axis linear motor, dual stereo speakers, and an in-display fingerprint sensor.

Vivo X80, X80 Pro Specifications:

Display: 6.78-inch AMOLED panel, 120Hz refresh rate, 1500nits peak brightness
Resolution:
- X80: FHD+ (2400 x 1800 pixels)
- X80 Pro: 2K (3200 x 1440 pixels)
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 / MediaTek Dimensity 9000 (4nm Mobile Platform)
Memory: Up to 12GB LPDDR5 RAM, Up to 512GB UFS 3.1 storage
Software & UI: OriginOS Ocean based on Android 12
Rear Camera:
- X80: Triple (50MP primary, 12MP ultra-wide, 12MP portrait)
- X80 Pro: Quad (50MP primary, 48MP ultra-wide, 12MP telephoto, 8MP periscope)
Front Camera: 32MP (punch-hole)
Audio: Stereo speaker
Security: In-display fingerprint sensor
Battery:
- X80: 4500mAh with 80W wired SuperVOOC charge
- X80 Pro: 4700mAh with 80W wired SuperVOOC charge, 50W wired charging
Color options: Orange, Black, Blue

Vivo X80, X80 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

As for the pricing, the vanilla Vivo X80 has a starting price of CNY 3699 for the base 8/128GB variant. Whereas, the X80 Pro starts at CNY 5,499 for the base 8/256GB model. However, the 8/256GB configuration is only available with Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip. The price for X80 Pro’s 12/256GB and 12/512GB is the same for both the Snapdragon and MediaTek variants though. We expect the price of the Vivo X80 Series to start at NPR 80,000, if and when it launches in Nepal.

Device	Configurations	Price in China (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Vivo X80	8/128GB	CNY 3,699	NPR 80,000
	8/256GB	CNY 3,999	NPR 85,000
	12/256GB	CNY 4,399	NPR 90,000
	12/512GB	CNY 4,899	NPR 100,000
Vivo X80 Pro	8/256GB (Snapdragon Edition only)	CNY 5,499	NPR 110,000
	12/256GB	CNY 5,999	NPR 120,000
	12/512GB	CNY 6,699	NPR 135,000

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Vivo T1 5G.

Oppo K10 Pro goes official with Snapdragon 888, 80W fast charging

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Oppo K10 Pro goes official with Snapdragon 888, 80W fast charging

Oppo has just announced the K10 Series in China. It consists of two game-centric smartphones with flagship-grade processors and a Razer-optimized vibration motor. In this article, we will be discussing the specs, features, availability, and expected price of the Oppo K10 Series (K10 5G and K10 Pro) in Nepal.

Oppo K10 Pro Overview:

Design and Display

Despite the fact that the K10 Pro is a phone aimed at gamers, it manages to maintain a minimal design language with no flashy gamer aesthetics. Oppo K10 Pro has a large camera bump on the back that runs across the top of the phone. Furthermore, it seamlessly blends in with the body to improve grip and comfort while gaming.

Regarding the display, Oppo has gone with a flagship-grade E4 AMOLED panel from Samsung. The display refreshes at either 60Hz or 120Hz and reaches maximum brightness levels of 1300 nits.

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Performance

Inside, Oppo K10 Pro is driven by the mighty Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset from last year. Moreover, the smartphone comes fitted with a stainless steel vapor cooling solution to combat heating and for sustained performance.

The memory option includes up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage to ensure smooth gaming. Furthermore, the handset runs on Android 12 wrapped around ColorOS 12.1.

Camera

Moving on, the Oppo K10 Pro’s primary sensor is a 50MP Sony IMX766 that also supports optical image stabilization (OIS). It’s worth noting that this is the same sensor found on the more expensive Oppo Find X5 Pro. In addition, the camera bump on the back houses an 8MP ultrawide sensor as well as a 2MP macro sensor. Oppo has installed a 16MP sensor in the front hole-punch for selfies and video calls.

Rest of the specs

Moving on, Oppo K10 Pro features a 5,000mAh battery consisting of two 2500mAh cells. It supports 80W SuperVOOC fast charging technology. 5G and WiFi 6 are built into the handset for connectivity.

Aside from the usual bells and whistles, Oppo has collaborated with Razer to distinguish the K10 Pro from other gaming phones in the market. The Oppo K10 Pro’s flagship-level X-axis linear motor has been fine-tuned by Razer to provide a mechanical keyboard-like feel.

Oppo K10 Pro Specifications:

Dimensions: 162.7 x 75.7 x 8.56 mm, 199 grams
Display: 6.62” E4 AMOLED (1080 x 2400 pixels) FHD panel; 120Hz refresh rate, 720Hz touch sampling rate
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
Memory: 8/12GB LPDDR5 RAM
Storage: 128/256GB UFS 3.1
Software: Android 12 with ColorOS 12.1
Rear Camera: Triple;
– 50MP primary lens
– 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens
– 2MP Macro lens
Front Camera: 16MP
Battery: 5000mAh, 80W fast charging
Color Option: Sunny Blue, Titanium Black

Oppo K10 5G

There is also a vanilla Oppo K10 5G for those on a tighter budget. While the Snapdragon 888 powers the K10 Pro, it is replaced by the MediaTek Dimensity 8000 Max on K10 5G. This new chip is essentially the Dimensity 8100, but with slower clock speeds. At the launch event, Oppo stated that the performance difference between the two chipsets was negligible. As a result, Oppo chose the Dimensity 8000 Max for longer battery life.

Furthermore, the Oppo K10 5G features an IPS LCD panel rather than the AMOLED, while maintaining the 120Hz refresh rate. It also settles for a peak brightness of 600 nits and Panda Glass protection.

The camera setup is also a little different as the K10 5G gets a downgraded 64MP camera. That being said, the rest of the cameras are identical, even the 16MP selfie shooter.

Finally, the K10 5G’s 5,000mAh battery supports 67W SuperVOOC charging as opposed to the pro’s 80W. The rest of the features are similar to those of the K10 Pro.

Oppo K10 Series Price in Nepal and Availability

Oppo K10 Series will go on sale in China starting April 28. The price starts at CNY 1,999 for the vanilla K10 and CNY 2,499 for the K10 Pro. Oppo is yet to launch any K-series phones in Nepal, but if the K10 series does make its way here, we expect the price to start at NPR 46,999 and NPR 53,999 for K10 and K10 Pro, respectively.

Oppo K10 Series		Price in China (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Oppo K10	8/128GB	CNY 1,999	NPR 46,999
	8/256GB	CNY 2,199	NPR 50,999
	12/256GB	CNY 2,499	NPR 53,999
Oppo K10 Pro	8/128GB	CNY 2,499	NPR 53,999
	8/256GB	CNY 2,799	NPR 60,999
	12/256GB	CNY 3,199	NPR 68,999

Meanwhile, check out our review of the IQOO 9 SE.