Samsung Ad
Home Blog Page 417

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite Review: No Frills

GadgetByte
-
1
OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite Review: No Frills

In this review, I will be talking all about the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite. OnePlus’ 2022 lineup of smartphones has been… a bit underwhelming so far. And no, it’s not merely because of the OxygenOS-Color OS merger. Instead, it’s because how OnePlus has mostly been rebranding phones from its sister companies to fill up its portfolio, which… hasn’t been well received by the fans.

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite Specifications:

  • Body: 164.3 x 75.6 x 8.5mm; 195 grams
  • Display: 6.59-inch FHD+ LCD panel, 120Hz refresh rate
  • Resolution: FHD+ (2412 x 1080 pixels); 20:9 aspect ratio
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 (6nm)
  • CPU: Octa-core (2×2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6×1.7 GHz Cortex-A55)
  • GPU: Adreno 619
  • Memory: 6/8GBGB RAM, 128GB storage
  • Software & UI: Android 12 with OxygenOS 12.1 on top
  • Rear Camera: Triple-camera (64MP primary + 2MP macro + 2MP depth)
  • Front Camera: 16MP (punch-hole)
  • Security: Fingerprint scanner (side-mounted)
  • Battery: 5000mAh with 33W SuperVOOC charging
  • Color options: Blue Tide, Black Dusk

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite Review:

One such product is the Nord CE 2 Lite, which is basically the twin brother of the Realme 9 Pro. Except for the branding on the  back alongside some visual tweaks, these two phones share similar specifications. Besides looks, the only other notable difference you’ll find is in the cameras since the Nord CE 2 Lite lacks Realme 9 Pro’s ultrawide sensor. So logically, one would expect this guy to cost considerably less or no more than the 9 Pro, right?

However, for no apparent reason, it costs an extra thousand bucks in India across all the memory variants. Because of this, it certainly looks like an overpriced phone for the price.

Design

  • 164.3 x 75.6 x 8.5mm; 195 grams
  • Glass front, Plastic back/frame
  • No IP rating

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite Design

Even its design feels anything but OnePlus. I’m especially not a fan of this glossy strip running edge-to-edge through the camera module—something I’ve never seen on a OnePlus phone before. And it feels a bit wide for my hands as well. While this is definitely not to the point of any discomfort or anything—and you will likely grow used to it after a day or two—but it lacks the classic OnePlus traits. Speaking of which, there is no alert slider either.

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite Buttons

Moreover, even when charging a premium above the Realme 9 Pro, the company hasn’t offered an IP rating or hardened glass protection of any sort here. I did find the phone to have a pretty robust build quality since it survived a couple of severe falls from my tea table with nothing to show for. Then again, the incident reminded me to put on a case since it has an all-plastic build and I couldn’t risk getting scratches on this review unit.

On a positive note, the Nord CE 2 Lite isn’t that heavy to hold—thanks to the excellent weight distribution and ergonomic design. For security, there is a fingerprint sensor embedded into the power button which is quite reliable and accurate for the most part.

Display

  • 6.59-inch FHD+ LCD panel
  • 120Hz refresh rate

On the front, you get a 6.59-inch screen with a Full HD resolution. While it’s not an AMOLED panel, it does support a 120Hz refresh rate, making things like scrolling through the UI a fairly smooth experience. OnePlus also says that it has used an energy-saving LCD which doesn’t take a toll on the battery. While we can’t really speak to the accuracy of that claim, we all know LCD comes nowhere near AMOLED displays when it comes to preserving battery life.

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite Display

Anyway, the actual quality of this screen is quite good. The viewing angles are pretty nice, and the colors look fairly pleasing for an LCD panel too. The phone is also Widevine L1 certified for HD playback on OTT platforms like Netflix—but do note that it lacks any form of HDR playback.

Talking about content consumption, the Nord CE 2 Lite rocks a mono speaker at the bottom which can get fairly loud. And there’s no such issue as distortion at the highest volume either. Yet, I am once again disappointed with OnePlus in this regard since the company could easily provide stereo speakers here.

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite Ports

To compare, companies like Xiaomi and POCO have been readily offering a contrast-rich AMOLED display paired with a great-quality stereo speaker setup in similarly-priced phones. Moreover, the haptics on the Nord CE 2 Lite is nothing to write home about either. But I’ve had no issue regarding call quality on this phone though.

Performance

  • Octa-core Snapdragon 695 SoC (6nm)
  • 6/8GB LPDDR4X RAM, 128GB UFS 2.2 storage (expandable)

Getting to the performance side of things, the Nord CE 2 Lite is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 695 5G chipset. OnePlus has coupled it with either 6, or 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB of UFS 2.2 internal storage.

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite Interface

Here, our review unit of the phone with 8GB RAM has left no room for complaints when it comes to day-to-day usage. Apps open up quick enough and the RAM management is pretty commendable too.

And unlike the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G which features the same SoC, there are no micro stutters or lags here—all thanks to the well-optimized OS. More importantly, the phone runs on the latest version of OxygenOS which is built on Android 12. While the company dared to ship the standard Nord CE 2 with Android 11-based OxygenOS, this is surely a positive development.

Not only this but the CE 2 Lite is guaranteed to receive 2 generations of OS and 3 years of security updates as well. And if you’re worried about what the new OS is like, then let me tell you that this version of OnePlus’s custom skin is still following the old trajectory.

I mean, the phone still offers a no-nonsense bloatware-free experience with a handful of OnePlus-exclusive features like the Shelf and Zen Mode. Sure, there are some ColorOS elements in the interface here and there, but I’m good with it as long as it doesn’t break the user experience.

Gaming

Moving on, although the Snapdragon 695 is not that great in the gaming arena, I did play a handful of demanding games on this phone. To begin with, PUBG Mobile runs flawlessly at Balanced graphics and Ultra frame rate. After about 20 minutes into the game, the CPU temperature rose to 43°C which isn’t that bad considering the ambient temperature during these summer days.

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite Gaming

Likewise, Call of Duty Mobile yields the best results at Medium graphics and Max frame rate. The thermal performance here was fairly commendable as well, with CPU and battery temperatures similar to before.

Finally, I also tried a few 120 fps games like Oddmar and Critical Ops, but OnePlus hasn’t tuned them to run at their best capacity on this phone.

Battery

  • 5000mAh with 33W SuperVOOC charging
  • USB Type-C port

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite Charger

Regardless, Nord CE 2 Lite’s battery life is great—thanks to the massive 5000mAh battery and a power-efficient 6nm chip. As a result, even with heavy usage consisting of hours of content consumption, shooting photos/videos, and casual web browsing, I was able to get 7 to 8 hours of screen-on time. Similarly, the phone goes from 0 to 100% in around 1 hour and 10 minutes with the 33W SuperVOOC charger that you get inside the box.

Cameras

  • Triple camera setup at the back
  • (64MP main, 2MP macro, 2MP depth)
  • 16MP selfie camera (punch-hole)

Okay, let’s talk cameras now. And hardware-wise, it looks pretty generic. Like I said in the beginning, the Nord CE 2 Lite skips an ultrawide shooter. And its triple camera setup at the back consists of a 64MP primary lens, a 2MP macro, and a 2MP depth sensor.

Normal Images 

I compared its camera with the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G and found that OnePlus’s photos come out brighter and with boosted colors most of the time. While this is visually appealing to many, it sometimes over-saturates the image to the point where it looks completely unnatural.

Portrait Images

On the other hand, none of the phones retain a natural skin tone when it comes to portraits. But then again, the Nord CE 2 Lite’s brighter results look somewhat pleasing to the eyes. Selfies share a similar story too.

Nighttime Images

Yet, Redmi wins over OnePlus in terms of nighttime photography, since it manages to handle exposure and sharpness a lot more effectively.

And when turning on Night Mode, the Note 11 Pro delivers consistent and reliable results almost all the time.

Videos

On the videography side, neither of them support 1080p 60 fps recording and the highest you can record is at 1080p 30 fps. And here, the Note 11 Pro 5G delivers a comparatively stable result whereas Nord CE 2 Lite’s videos are incredibly shaky. Also, the selfie videos aren’t as steady on this phone, whereas exposure maintenance is pretty bad on both of them.

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite Review: Conclusion

Okay so after using the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite for almost two weeks, what do I think of this phone? Well, while it does offer satisfactory performance and a clean software experience, I wish OnePlus had gone with a more compelling set of features like an AMOLED display, IP rating, and stereo speakers to match the competition.

So, instead of just repackaging products of its sister companies, OnePlus could have done a better job by launching a more competitive device instead. Therefore, I am not convinced to recommend the Nord CE 2 Lite over the likes of Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G or the Poco X4 Pro 5G since they deliver a much better all-rounder experience.

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite Review: Pros and Cons

Pros:

  • 120Hz refresh rate
  • Optimized OxygenOS
  • Guaranteed software updates
  • 33W SuperVOOC charging

Cons:

  • No IP rating
  • IPS display is quite underwhelming
  • Mono speaker
  • No ultrawide lens

Weekly Tech Quiz #1

Nikhil Shrestha
-
0
Weekly Tech Quiz #1

Think you know tech? 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. Here we go!

Sony LinkBuds S brings ANC and LDAC support for $200

GadgetByte
-
0
Sony LinkBuds S brings ANC and LDAC support for $200

Sony has just released the LinkBuds S, the latest addition to its wireless earphones lineup. The latest TWS earbuds offer active noise cancellation and LDAC support for USD 199.99. This article will discuss the key specifications, features, official price, and availability of the Sony LinkBuds S in Nepal.

Sony LinkBuds S Overview:

Design

The Sony LinkBuds S has a more traditional closed-back design, as opposed to the LinkBuds, which has a unique open-loop design.

The lightweight nature of these TWS sets them apart from the competition. Each earbud is only 4.8 grams in weight, with Sony claiming them to be the lightest and smallest wireless earbuds with both ANC and Hi-res certification on the market.

Sony offers three color options: black, white, and beige (Desert Sand).

Sony LinkBuds S Design, Colors

The case appears to be more pocketable than the original LinkBuds, but it is still larger than Apple AirPods Pro. Furthermore, the case lacks a pairing button, instead, relies on Sony’s Swift Pair approach for quick pairing.

Features

Sony LinkBuds S’s lightweight offerings make no concessions. The Hi-Res LDAC audio coding technology is supported by the LinkBuds S, and the DSEE Extreme upscales compressed digital music files.

Sony LinksBuds S also has active noise cancellation and an ambient mode. There is also automatic wear detection and other features such as Adaptive Sound Control and Auto Play. They are also water-resistant to IPX4 standards.

Battery and Charging

Sony claims that the LinkBuds S earbuds have a battery life of 6 hours and the case has a battery life of 14 hours, for a total of up to 20 hours of listening time.

The quick-charge feature gives the user up to 60 minutes of playtime with just 15 minutes of charging. Furthermore, the Sonys Headphones Connect app will notify you if the case charge falls below 30%.

Sony LinkBuds S Specifications:

  • Dimensions: Approx. 1.69 x 2.36 x 1.09″
  • Driver: 5mm dynamic driver, 16 Ohm
  • Codecs: SBC, AAC, LDAC
  • Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.2
  • Noise Cancellation: Yes, ANC
  • Playback Time: 6 hours (earbuds), 20 hours (with charging case)
  • Charging: USB-C port (Approx. 3 hours)
  • Water Resistance: Yes, IPX4 Rated
  • Companion App: Sony | Headphones Connect (Android | iOS)

Sony LinkBuds S Price in Nepal and Availability

For the time being, the Sony LinkBuds S is available for pre-order in the US for USD 199.99. The Desert Sand earbuds are only available at BestBuy. When it is released in Nepal, LinkBuds S is expected to cost NPR 27,999.

TWS Model
 Price in the US (Official) Price in Nepal (Expected)
Sony LinkBuds S USD 199.99 NPR 28,499
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Sony WH-1000XM4.

Vivo S15 Pro official with Dimensity 8100, custom Sony camera, 80W charging

GadgetByte
-
0
Vivo S15 Pro official with Dimensity 8100, custom Sony camera, 80W charging

Vivo held an online event in China yesterday, where it launched two devices under the S series. In this article, we will be discussing the key specs, features, expected price, and availability of the Vivo S15 and S15 Pro in Nepal.

Vivo S15 Pro Overview:

Design and Display

Let’s start with the elephant in the room, the Vivo S15 Pro. It sports a 6.56-inch Samsung E5 AMOLED screen with a center-aligned punch-hole. The bezels around the screen are minimum, and the screen is curved at 60-degrees, giving it a premium look.

Furthermore, the screen has all the bells and whistles you would expect from a premium phone. It refreshes at 120 times per second and boasts a 300Hz touch sampling rate. Likewise, it has DCI-P3 coverage and HDR10+ certification.

Vivo S15 Pro Design and Display

Vivo has used AG Glass for the rear panel, which is less prone to fingerprint marks and smudges than normal glass. Likewise, you can also notice the “Mirror Cloud Window” style camera bump. The phone is available in two color options: Gradient Blue and Matte Black.

Performance and Memory

Under the hood, Vivo S15 Pro is the company’s first phone powered by Dimensity 8100 chip. It is a brand-new chip from MediaTek built on top of TSMC’s N5 (5nm) class. Vivo has paired the chip with the Pixelworks X5 Plus game-enhancing chip that will help in maintaining high and stable frame rates while gaming.

Camera

As for photography, Vivo S15 Pro features a triple camera setup headlined by the 50MP Sony IMX766V. It is a custom chip developed specifically for Vivo. It is a 1/1.56-inch sensor with an f/1.9 aperture and support for Optical Image Stabilization.

Accompanying it is a 12MP ultra-wide camera that the users can use for macro photography, too. The third sensor is a 2MP depth camera. Upfront, there is a 32MP camera for selfies and a 32MP selfie camera.

Vivo S15 Pro Camera Setup

Battery and Charging

Vivo S15 Pro packs a 4,500mAh dual-cell battery with support for 80W fast charging. A compatible adapter can charge the device up to 70% in just 18 minutes and 100% in 35 minutes.

Vivo S15 Overview:

The main talking point of the Vivo S15 is its processor. Here, Vivo has opted for a custom version of the Snapdragon 870 chip called the Peak Edition. It is based on the same node and architecture as the vanilla Snapdragon 870 but features an additional VMET chip developed by Vivo. As per the company, this component will make the chip even faster.

Moving on, Vivo S15 features a bigger 6.62-inch display. However, it is based on the older E5 AMOLED technology. Still, it retains the 120Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ certification and can hit peak brightness of up to 1,300 nits.

Vivo S15 Design and Display

At the back, Vivo S15 replaces the custom primary sensor of the Pro model with a generic 64MP sensor. Then there is an 8MP ultrawide and a 2MP depth sensor. Over on the front, it has the same 32MP selfie camera as its Pro sibling.

Likewise, Vivo S15 is powered by the same 4,500mAh battery but can only hit charging speeds of up to 66W. Still, the phone can go from 0 to 50% in 18 minutes.

Vivo S15 Pro Series Specifications:

S15 Pro   S15 
Display   6.56-inches FHD+ E4 AMOLED 6.62-inch FHD+ E5 AMOLED
Display Features  120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+
Chipset   Dimenisty 8100 (5nm) Snapdragon 870 Peak Edition (6nm)
Memory   8/128GB LPDDR4x RAM, 256GB UFS 2.2 8/128GB LPDDR4x RAM, 128/25GB UFS 2.2
Software & UI   Android 12 with OriginOS Ocean
Rear Camera  
  • 50MP Sony IMX766V
  • 12MP Ultrawide
  • 2MP monochrome
  • 64MP primary
  • 12MP Ultrawide
  • 2MP monochrome
Front Camera   32MP, f/2.45
Connectivity  Wi-Fi b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2, USB Type-C
Battery   4,500mAh battery
Charging  80W fast charging 66W fast charging
Color  Gradient Blue, Matte Black  Gradient Blue, Matte Black, Light Gold
 

Vivo S15 Series Price in Nepal and Availability

Vivo S15 Series is currently available for pre-order in China. The price starts at CNY 2,699 and CNY 3,399 for the vanilla and Pro model, respectively. We expect the price of Vivo S15 and S15 Pro in Nepal to start at NPR 54,500 and NPR 65,500, respectively, if they are launched here.

Vivo S15 Series  Price in China (Official)  Price in Nepal (Expected) 
Vivo S15 8/128GB CNY 2,699 NPR 54,500
8/256GB CNY 2,999 NPR 59,500
12/256GB CNY 3,299 NPR 65,500
S15 Pro  8/256GB CNY 3,399 NPR 67,500
12/256GB CNY 3,699 NPR 73,500
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Vivo V23 Pro.

Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G launched with Dimensity 920, 90Hz AMOLED screen

GadgetByte
-
0
Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G launched with Dimensity 920, 90Hz AMOLED screen

Realme has recently added two new members to its Narzo series dubbed Narzo 50 5G and Narzo 50 Pro 5G. As suggested by the name, both of these are 5G-ready handset and comes with MediaTek Dimensity silicon. So, let’s get into the specs, features, availability, and expected price of the Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G and Narzo 50 5G in Nepal.

Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G Overview:

Performance

As per the company, Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G is the most powerful 5G mid-range phone in the series. The phone is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 920 which is built on TSMC’s 6nm process node.

Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G Vapor Chamber Cooling

Likewise, the phone also features a five-layer cooling setup covering all of the heat source components. Realme says it can reduce the phone’s core temperature by 10-degree Celsius.

The phone is available in two RAM variants: 6GB and 8GB. Furthermore, users can add 5GB of virtual RAM using 128GB of internal storage.

Design and Display

Despite being advertised as a mid-range gaming phone, Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G still maintains a sleek design. The phone measures 7.99mm in thickness and weighs around 181 grams.

Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G Design and Display

Over on the front, it has a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate and a touch sampling rate of up to 360Hz. It also has Gorilla Glass 5 protection.

The screen also houses an in-display fingerprint underneath for biometrics. The sensor can measure your heart rate too.

Camera

At the back, Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G has a familiar rectangular camera bump. It is home to a triple camera setup, consisting of a 48MP primary camera, 8MP ultrawide camera, and a 2MP macro camera. Over on the front, the phone has a 16MP selfie camera.

Rest of the Specs

Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G packs a 5,000mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging. The company even includes a compatible charger in the box. You get stereo speakers with support for Dolby Atmos. It also retains the 3.5mm headphone jack. Similarly, the phone boots on Android 12 with Realme UI 3.0 on top.

Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G Specifications:

  • Body: 160.2 x 73.3 x 7.99mm, 181 grams
  • Display: 6.4-inch Super AMOLED, 90Hz refresh rate, up to 360Hz touch sampling rate, Gorilla Glass 5
  • Resolution: FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio
  • Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G (6nm)
  • Memory: 6/8GB  RAM
  • Storage: 128GB UFS 2.1 storage (expandable)
  • Software & UI: Realme UI 3.0 on top of Android 12
  • Rear Camera: Triple (48MP primary, 8MP ultrawide, 4cm macro)
  • Front Camera: 16MP (punch-hole)
  • Audio: Stereo speaker, 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Security: Optical in-display fingerprint sensor
  • Battery: 5000mAh with 33W charging

Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G Price in Nepal and Availability

As for the pricing, the base variant (6/128GB) of the Narzo 50 Pro 5G costs INR 21,999. Whereas, the higher 8/128GB model retails at INR 23,999. For Nepal, we expect its price to start at NPR 40,000 when it launches here.

Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G Price in India (Official) Price in Nepal (Expected)
6/128GB INR 21,999 NPR 39,000
8/128GB INR 23,999 NPR 41,000

Realme Narzo 50 5G Overview:

Heading the Narzo 50 5G, it boasts a 6.6-inch Full HD+ IPS screen with a 90Hz refresh rate. It comes with MediaTek Dimensity 810 SoC at its helm which is coupled with up to 6GB of RAM and up to 128GB of storage.

Realme Narzo 50 5G Design and Display

For shooting photos and videos, the rear has a dual camera setup consisting of 48MP primary and a B&W portrait sensor. To attend video calls and such, there is an 8MP camera on the front. Like its expensive sibling, the Narzo 50 5G comes with a combo of dual speakers and a headphone jack.

Realme hasn’t skimped on the software front either, as the phone boots on Realme UI 3.0 based on Android 12. The biometric option includes a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.

Realme Narzo 50 5G Specifications:

  • Body: 163.8 x 75.1 x 8.1mm, 190 grams
  • Display: 6.6-inch IPS LCD, 90Hz refresh rate, up to 180Hz touch sampling rate, Gorilla Glass 5
  • Resolution: FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio
  • Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 810 5G (6nm)
  • Memory: 4/6GB  RAM
  • Storage: 128GB storage (expandable)
  • Software & UI: Realme UI 3.0 on top of Android 12
  • Rear Camera: Triple (48MP primary, B&W Portrait lens)
  • Front Camera: 8MP (punch-hole)
  • Audio: Stereo speaker, 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor
  • Battery: 5000mAh with 33W charging

Realme Narzo 50 5G Price in Nepal and Availability

The Narzo 50 5G will retail in India at INR 15,999 for the 4/64GB variant and for INR 17,999 for the 6/128GB model. We expect its price to start at NPR 30,000, if and when it launches in Nepal.

Realme Narzo 50 5G Price in India (Official) Price in Nepal (Expected)
4/64GB INR 15,999 NPR 29,000
6/128GB INR 17,999 NPR 32,000
  • Meanwhile, check out our unboxing and initial impressions of the Realme GT Neo 3.

OnePlus Nord 2T: Hot or Not?

GadgetByte
-
0
OnePlus Nord 2T: Hot or Not?

OnePlus recently launched a new smartphone in the Nord series, called the OnePlus Nord 2T. Interestingly, it went official in Nepal prior to its global launch with the European and Indian launch scheduled on May 19, 2022. So, we wanted to know if you think this product is hot or not from your perspective. Use the poll featured below to tell us your opinion about the newly launched OnePlus Nord 2T.

 Poll: OnePlus Nord 2T

Like every other T-series phone from OnePlus, the Nord 2T brings a mediocre upgrade over the existing Nord 2. It introduces a different design and a few upgrades here and there.

The processor has been upgraded from the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 to Dimensity 1300—although the improvement it brings to actual performance is quite minimal. Another improvement is that the Nord 2T now supports 80W fast charging contrary to the 65W charger of the Nord 2. 

Rest of the specifications include a 6.43-inch AMOLED display encased in a glass body. In terms of cameras, you get an OIS-powered 50MP primary lens, 8MP ultrawide and 2MP depth sensor on the back, and a 32MP lens on the front.

Check the full specifications of Oneplus Nord 2T here. We’ll also come up with a full review of the phone pretty soon.

  • Meanwhile, check out our unboxing and initial impressions of the OnePlus Nord 2T.

Vivo T2 with Snapdragon 870, 80W fast charging to launch on May 23

GadgetByte
-
0
Vivo T2 with Snapdragon 870, 80W fast charging to launch on May 23

Vivo is set to launch a new phone in China next week. The upcoming Vivo T2 was recently spotted at the company’s online shopping platform. In this article, we will be discussing everything we know so far about the phone including rumored specs, features, and official launch date.

Vivo T2 Overview:

Based on the renders leaked online, we can assume Vivo T2 to be the iQOO Neo 6 SE in disguise. So, we can expect similar features and specs across the two phones.

Vivo T2 is expected to have a 6.62-inch AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. It will have a center-aligned punch-hole cut out for a 16MP selfie shooter. Overall, the design will be similar to that of Neo 6 SE.

Vivo T2 Design and Display

Even the rectangular camera module looks exactly the same, except for the lack of branding NEO branding on the Vivo T2. But it is not a new thing for a rebranded phone.

Vivo has highlighted the Optical Image Stabilization instead. Rumors suggest that it will have a triple camera with a 64MP primary, 8MP ultrawide, and a 2MP macro camera.

Under the hood, Vivo T2 will pack the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 chipset. It will be available with up to 12G RAM and 256GB storage. Likewise, fueling it will be a 4,700mAh battery with support for 80W fast charging.

Moving on, T2 will boot on OriginOS Ocean based on Android 12 out of the box. However, we expect Vivo to replace it with FunTouchOS if the phone makes it out of the Chinese market.

Specifications (rumored):

  • Display: 6.62 AMOLED FHD+ panel, 120Hz Refresh rate
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G (7 nm)
  • Memory: 8/12GB RAM, Memory
  • Software& UI: Android 12 with OriginOS Ocean
  • Rear Camera: Triple (64MP primary, 8MP ultrawide, 2MP macro)
  • Front Camera: 16 MP, f/2.0, (wide)
  • Battery: 4700 mAh, 80W fast charging

Vivo T2 Launch Date (Official)

Vivo will unveil the upcoming T2 on May 23 through an online event in China. As of now, there is no news about the pricing or a global launch.

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

Infinix Note 12 VIP launched with 120 Hz AMOLED screen, 120W charging

GadgetByte
-
0
Infinix Note 12 VIP launched with 120 Hz AMOLED screen, 120W charging

Infinix has announced a new member to its Note 12 series, which is aptly named the Note 12 VIP. For a VIP smartphone, it includes features like an AMOLED display, higher refresh rate, 120W charging, and more. So, without any delay, let’s move on to the features, specs, availability, and expected price of the Infinix Note 12 VIP in Nepal.

Infinix Note 12 VIP Overview:

Design and Display

To begin with, the Infinix Note 12 VIP flaunts a 6.67-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display. It’s a 10-bit panel with a 120Hz refresh rate, 360Hz touch sampling rate, and 100% DCI-P3 color gamut.

Infinix Note 12 VIP Design and Display

The back of the phone has a matte finish with a large camera module. It’s made of an aerospace-grade ultra-thin glass fiber material which itself is quite thin and has great rigidity. As a result, the handset has a thickness of just 7.89mm. Infinix Note 12 VIP is available in two color options, namely Cayenne Grey and Force Black.

Performance

Inside, the smartphone gets its sheer power from a MediaTek Helio G96 processor. Infinix could have easily gone with a better chipset for a phone with such premium specifications. Yet, the G96 performs admirably in daily use.

This is paired with 8GB RAM and 256GB of internal storage. One could expand the latter up to 2TB via a microSD card while the phone also supports virtual RAM expansion up to 13GB. The Note 12 VIP also has 9 layers of graphene and a vapor chamber for better heat dissipation.

Infinix Note 12 VIP Charging

Moving on to the battery, the phone holds a 4500mAh cell and has support for 120W fast charging. It can go from 0 to 100% in just 17 minutes. The brand has added 103 different protection features, as well as 18 temperature sensors, which monitor the device’s temperature in real-time to ensure safe charging. Infinix further promises that its battery would keep 85 percent of its capacity after 800 charge cycles.

Camera

In terms of cameras, Note 12 VIP comes with a triple camera setup consisting of a 108MP primary sensor. Accompanying this is a 13-megapixel ultrawide camera, an AI lens, a laser autofocus system, and a quad-LED flash unit. For selfies, there’s a 16MP camera on the centrally-aligned punch hole cameras.

Rest of the Specs

Discussing its OS, the phone boots on the Android 12 with Infinix’s XOS 10.6 interface on top. Similarly, audio is handled by dual speakers which also support DTS. The security option includes a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

Infinix Note 12 VIP specifications:

  • Display: 6.7-inches Full HD+ AMOLED, 120Hz refresh, 360Hz touch sampling, 100% DCI-P3
  • Chipset: MediaTek Helio G96 (12 nm)
  • Memory: 8GB RAM and 256GB storage (expandable up to 2TB)
  • Software & UI: Android 12 based XOS 10.6
  • Rear Camera: Triple (108MP primary, 13MP ultrawide, 2MP depth, Laser Autofocus)
  • Front Camera: 16MP
  • Security: Fingerprint (side-mounted)
  • Audio: Stereo speakers, 3.5mm jack
  • Battery: Li-Po 4500 mAh(non-removable), 120W charging (0-100% in 17 min)

Infinix Note 12 VIP Price in Nepal and Availability

Infinix Note 12 VIP is launched at an asking price of USD 300 for the sole 8/256GB variant. We expect it to cost NPR 40,000, if and when it launches in Nepal.

Infinix Note 12 VIP (2022) Price in the US (Official) Price in Nepal (Expected)
8/256GB USD 300 NPR 40000
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra.

Are video games better than TV and social media for children’s IQ?

GadgetByte
-
0
Are video games better than TV and social media for children’s IQ?

Many parents are worried about their children gaming too much. Besides, they also worry about the effects of gaming on their children’s mental growth. Fear not because new research suggests that children who spend an above-average time on games show elevated IQ levels.

Above-average IQ growth in children playing games:

Researchers from Sweden-based Karolinska Institutet conducted a psychological test to analyze the general cognitive abilities of more than 5,000 children aged between 10 and 12 in the United States.

The test deuced how much time these children spent on gaming, watching TV and videos, and social media. The psychological tests were also repeated two years later in a follow-up.

The result showed that gaming for over above-average hours increased intelligence of children by approximately 2.5 IQ points. On the contrary, TV and social media did not show any significant negative or positive changes in children.

Logitech Wireless Gamepad F710 in hand Best Controllers in Nepal

Professor Torkel Klingberg from Karolinska Institutet’s neuroscience department said that all the children showed similar IQ levels at 10. Still, the ones who played games showcased the most gains after two years.

He also gave the example of a child in the top 17% in terms of gaming hours. After two years, the child scored around 2.5 points more than the average child.

The researchers created the index for the research from 5 tasks comprised reading comprehension and vocabulary, attention and execution function, visual-spatial processing, and learning ability.

Two years later, the researchers determined the difference in performance in the period and the individual differences in the preliminary test. Moreover, the researchers controlled the genetic differences and the difference in the education and income of the parents.

These tests allowed the researchers to determine the actual effects of media consumption on children.

4 hours of average screen time recorded

Based on the research, they found that a child spent two and half hours watching videos, an hour gaming, and around half an hour on social media on average. That’s 4 hours for an average child and 6 hours for the top 25% of the 5,000 children.

The researchers observed that time spent on social media did not boost their intelligence or slow their growth. Though, when parental education was not considered, watching videos and TV resulted in a positive increase in one of the tests.

The research solidifies the positive effects of gaming on cognitive development in children. It also aligns with recent research that shows intelligence depends on environmental factors and it is not constant.

Xiaomi Black Shark 2 Pro - Gameplay

However, the researchers say that their results are not a recommendation for all parents to allow gaming for extensive hours. Note that the researchers did not consider the type of games. They also overlooked determinants like sleep quality and mental health.

Klingberg also mentioned that they would be studying the effects of environmental factors and cognitive impact on childhood brain development.

Nonetheless, the over-worried parents about their children’s gaming habits can now rest easy knowing that their children will be more intelligent than average.

  • Meanwhile, check out our gaming comparisons Galaxy S22 Ultra and iPhone 13 Pro Max.

OnePlus Ace Racing Edition goes official with Dimensity 8100-MAX, HyperBoost gaming technology

GadgetByte
-
0
OnePlus Ace Racing Edition goes official with Dimensity 8100-MAX, HyperBoost gaming technology

Last month, we witnessed the launch of the OnePlus Ace, a phone exclusive to the Chinese market. And yesterday, OnePlus unveiled a toned-down version of the phone called the Ace Racing Edition. In this article, we will be discussing the key specs, features, expected price, and availability of the OnePlus Ace Racing Edition in Nepal.

OnePlus Ace Racing Edition Overview:

Design and Display

Despite being a part of the Ace family, the OnePlus Ace Racing Edition looks a lot like the higher-end 10 Pro. The back panel of the phone sports a large camera bump similar to that on the OnePlus 10 Pro.

There is no Alert Slider on the OnePlus Ace Racing Editon, but you do get a physical fingerprint scanner on the side. The phone measures 8.7mm in thickness and weighs around 205 grams. OnePlus is offering the phone in two color options. First is the Lightspeed Blue variant, a staple of the Nord lineup, with the other being Athletics Grey.

OnePlus Ace Racing Edition Design

Over on the front, OnePlus Ace Racing Edition features a 6.59-inches display with a left-aligned punch-hole cutout. Unlike the original Ace, OnePlus is using an LCD panel here. It still has a 120Hz refresh rate, but the touch sampling rate has been reduced to 240Hz. Likewise, the panel maxes out at 600 nits of brightness and covers 100% DCI-P3 color gamut.

Performance and Cooling

As OnePlus is positioning the Ace Racing Edition as a cheaper gaming phone, it has not compromised on the performance. Here, you get the same Dimensity 8100-MAX chip powering the OnePlus Ace. It is a flagship SoC built on top of TSMC’s 5nm process. The phone also has HyperBoost Technology, which aims to maintain a stable frame rate during gameplay.

OnePlus Ace Racing Edition Gaming

To keep the core temperature of Ace Racing Edition in check, OnePlus has turned to an 8-layer cooling system consisting of a liquid-cooled Vapor Chamber, graphite, and special conductive material. For immersive gameplay, there is an X-axis linear vibration motor with O-Haptics effects. Likewise, the phone even has a virtual keyboard with the haptics tuned by Razer.

Camera

The OnePlus 10 Pro-like camera bump at the back of the Ace Racing Edition is home to a triple camera setup. OnePlus has increased the megapixel count from 50MP on the Ace to 64MP on the Racing Edition. That being said, the new phone lacks Optical Image Stabilization. In addition, it can record 4K videos only at 30 fps.

Accompanying the primary camera is an 8MP ultrawide sensor and a 2MP macro lens. Upfront, there is a 16MP selfie shooter.

OnePlus Ace Racing Edition Camera Setup

Rest of the specs

Another highlight of the OnePlus Ace Racing Edition is the addition of the good-old 3.5mm jack for wired headphones. It also has stereo speakers with Dirac Audio support. Even if you decide to go wireless, the phone supports the aptX HD Bluetooth codec with reduced latency for gaming. Lastly, the phone is fueled by a 5,00mAh with 67W fast charging capability.

OnePlus Ace Racing Edition Specifications:

  • Body: 75.8 x 164.3 x 8.7mm, ~188 gm
  • Display: 6.59-inches LCD panel, 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, 100% DCI-P3
  • Resolution: FHD+ (2412 x 1080 pixels)
  • Chipset: Dimensity 8100-MAX (5nm Mobile Platform)
  • Memory: 8/12GB LPDDR5 RAM, 128/256GB UFS 3.1 storage
  • Software & UI: Android 12 with ColorOS 12.1 on top
  • Rear Camera: Triple (with LED flash);
    – 64MP  primary sensor
    – 8MP  ultra-wide camera
    – 2MP macro lens (4cm focus)
  • Front Camera: 16MP f/2.05 sensor (punch-hole cutout)
  • Audio: Stereo speaker setup
  • Battery: 5000mAh with 67W Super Flash Charge

OnePlus Ace Racing Edition Price in Nepal and Availability (Expected)

OnePlus Ace will go on sale in China from May 31, with the price starting at Yuan 1,999. There is no hint of a global launch. Still, if it launches in Nepal, we expect the price of the OnePlus Ace Racing Edition in Nepal to start at NPR 40,000.

OnePlus Ace Racing Edition  Price in China (Official)  Price in Nepal (Expected) 
8/128GB  CNY 1,999  NPR 40,000 
8/256GB  CNY 2,199  NPR 44,500 
12/256GB  CNY 2,499  NPR 49,500 
  • Meanwhile, check out our unboxing and early impressions video of the OnePlus Nord 2T. 
1...416417418...988Page 417 of 988
© Gadgetbyte Nepal Pvt. Ltd. 2013-2025