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CG Telecom likely to get operational as NTA prepares to revoke Smart’s license

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January 21, 2022

CG Telecom likely to get operational as NTA prepares to revoke Smart’s license

Nepal Telecommunications Authority (NTA) is preparing to withdraw Smart Telecom’s (previously Smart Cell) license as the business has failed to pay the regulator’s arrears. Furthermore, it has been speculated that the frequency would be handed to CG Telecom. In this article, we will learn about the reasons and the entire story surrounding the ongoing preparations to revoke the license of Smart Telecom.

Smart Telecom License Revoke:

A hefty pay

To note, this is not the operator’s first failure to pay the periodic license costs. Smart Telecom has experienced this predicament in the past as well. This time, the company was supposed to pay Rs. 59.88 crores as the first installment till January 14, but it was unable to do so.

NTA had earlier decided to cancel Smart Telecom’s license on Shrawan 13, 2076 B.S. However, the then government allowed the company to pay the sum in five installments after it filed an appeal with the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (MoCIT). Despite this, Smart Telecom hasn’t even paid the first payment in the last two years.

Installment	Due Amount
First	Rs. 59.98 crores
Second	Rs. 83.23 crores
Third	Rs. 77.40 crores
Fourth	Rs. 71.56 crores
Fifth	Rs. 65.72 crores

Overall, the operator is yet to pay the Rs. 1.25 billion for the eighth tranche of the license renewal fee to NTA.

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Reply from NTA

Purushottam Khanal, chairman of the NTA, stated that the cancellation procedure will be started as Smart Telecom has failed to pay the sum on time. However, it will give the company an opportunity to clarify the issue before moving forward with the termination procedure.

Rise of CG Telecom?

While there is a high chance that Smart Telecom will lose its license and go out of business, we might see the rise of CG Telecom. CG has repeatedly failed to obtain a unified license from the government to launch its telecom services in Nepal.

As a result, instead of operating as a telecommunication company, CG Telecom began its venture as an Internet Service Provider (ISP) instead. Nirvana Chaudhary, Managing Director of CG Telecom, stated on a TechPana talk show that they didn’t have 900MHz and 1800MHz frequencies to get up and running.

Smart Telecom currently holds the 900MHz frequency in the 10MHz band and the 1800MHz frequency in the 24MHz band. Since these frequencies will be withdrawn from the company if NTA revokes Smart’s license, CG may be the next operator to receive them.

Smart Telecom License Revoke: What’s next

We still don’t know what the future of Smart Telecom will be. Everything now rests on NTA’s decision. Akin to Nepal’s ISP industry, the advent of CG Telecom might disrupt the market and break NTC and Ncell‘s supremacy as well. But, we still hope Smart Telecom can pay its liabilities and continue to provide its services.

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Wifi 6 vs Wifi 5 (Nepali).

Xiaomi 11T Pro with 120W charging official in India; won’t launch in Nepal

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January 21, 2022

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Xiaomi 11T Pro with 120W charging official in India; won’t launch in Nepal

Yesterday, Xiaomi held an event in India to announce the arrival of 11T Pro 5G. The key highlight here is the phone’s 120W fast charging support. Let’s get into the specs, features, availability, and expected price of Xiaomi 11T and 11T Pro in Nepal.

Xiaomi 11T Pro Overview:

Design and Display

Here, the Xiaomi 11T Pro is the successor of the Mi 10T Pro. To note, the company has now dropped the “Mi” branding on these phones. This change was first signaled with the MIX 4, and Xiaomi later officially announced this branding change.

Anyway, on the design front, the 11T Pro is inspired by vintage film camcorders which is pretty visible from the rear camera arrangement. It features an aluminum frame and a glass back with an anti-glare finish.

Furthermore, the 11T Pro flaunt a 6.67-inch flat AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution. The panel features a 120Hz AdpativeSync refresh rate (down from 144Hz on Mi 10T series), 480Hz touch sampling rate.

Similarly, it supports HDR10+, TrueColor, Sunlight Mode 3.0, and has 1000nits of peak brightness. On the other hand, the Pro variant also gets Dolby Vision HDR and DisplayMate A+ certification.

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Performance

Moving on, the Xioami 11T Pro is powered by last year’s Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset. The chip is paired with up to 12Gb of LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. There is also a vanilla Xiaomi 11T which is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 1200-Ultra SoC coupled with up to 8GB LPDDR4x RAM and 256GB UFS 3.1 storage. Apparently, this “Ultra” version of the chip has Xiaomi-specific optimizations.

Camera

Over on the optics, Xiaomi 11T series features a triple camera setup at the back and are led by a 108MP primary sensor. Following this is an 8MP ultra-wide unit (120° FOV), and a 5MP tele-macro lens.

In comparison, its predecessor featured a 13MP ultrawide lens with 123° FOV, while the Pro variant also misses the OIS support, which the 10T Pro had. On the front, Xiaomi 11T series bring a 16MP lens for selfies.

The 11T Pro can shoot 8K videos at 30fps while the vanilla model maxes out at 4K 30fps. Besides this, there are other camera features like Audio Zoom, One-Click AI Cinema, Time Freeze, and Magic Zoom.

Battery and Charging

Coming to the battery, Xiaomi 11T Pro packs a 5000mAh cell. It also enjoys Xiaomi’s 120W HyperCharge technology, which can take the phone from 0 to 100% in just 17 minutes. In addition, the HyperCharge solution is TÜV Rheinland Safe Fast-Charge System Certified.

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Rest of the specs

Moving on, the connectivity option on the 11T series includes 5G, dual SIM, dual-band WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, A-GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BeiDou, NFC, and USB Type-C. Other specifications include X-axis linear vibration motor, Hi-Res Audio certification, and dedicated dual stereo speakers with support for Dolby Atmos.

Plus, the speakers on the Xiaomi 11T Pro are tuned by Harmon Kardon. Xiaomi is also promising 3 years of Android updates and 4 years of security patches.

Xiaomi 11T Pro Specifications:

Design: Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), aluminum frame, glass back
Display: 6.67″ AMOLED DotDisplay, 20:9, 120Hz, up to 480Hz, HDR10+, 1000 nits, DisplayMate A+ (Pro), Dolby Vision (Pro)
Resolution: FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels)
Rear Camera: Triple
– 108MP primary f/1.75
– 8MP ultra-wide (120° FOV) f/2.2
– 5MP telemacro camera f/2.4
Front Camera: 16MP f/2.45
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 (5nm)
Software: Android 11 based MIUI 12.5
Memory: Up to 12GB LPDDR5 RAM, up to 256GB UFS 3.1 storage
Battery: 5000mAh, 120W Xiaomi HyperCharge, 0-100% in 17 min
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, A-GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BeiDou, NFC
Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor

Xiaomi 11T Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

The official price of Xiaomi 11T Pro in India starts at INR 39,999 for the base 8GB+128GB variant. Likewise, the 8+256GB and 12+256GB variants costs INR 41,999 and INR 43,999, respectively. Unfortunately, as it stands, Xiaomi Nepal has no plans of launching 11T Pro in Nepal.

Xiaomi 11T Pro	Price in India
11T Pro (8GB + 128GB)	INR 39,999
11T Pro (8GB + 256GB)	INR 41,999
11T Pro (12GB + 256GB)	INR 43,999

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Mi 11.

MediaTek completes live demo of Wi-Fi 7, reports 2.4X faster speed

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January 20, 2022

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MediaTek completes live demo of Wi-Fi 7, reports 2.4X faster speed

It has hardly been over a year since commercial Wi-Fi 6 devices hit the market, and Wi-Fi 7 is already the talk of the town. MediaTek recently announced that it has successfully completed live demos of next-gen Wi-Fi technology. It is currently working on two Wi-Fi 7 hardware under the Filogic brand, which we can expect to be market-ready in 2023. In this article, we will be discussing the upcoming Wi-Fi 7 in more detail, including the latest demo by MediaTek.

Wi-Fi 7: Story So Far

As of now, Wi-Fi 7 is still a work-in-progress. The Wi-Fi Alliance is not done completing the standards for the next-gen Wi-Fi network. That being said, the next standard will be called the IEEE 802.11be and will support a maximum throughput of up to 30 Gbps.

It’s a massive improvement as Wi-Fi 6 only has support for up to 9.6 Gbps. For reference, Nepali households are only beginning to upgrade to Wi-Fi 6. Wi-Fi 5 on the other hand, theoretically supports a maximum throughput of up to 3.5 Gbps.

As per MediaTek, Wi-Fi 7 will address the growing trend of 4K/8K TV streaming, VR/AR, and cloud computing. It will also bring improvements in channel width and modulation scheme while also introducing new features like the Multi-Link Operation (MLO).

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For starters, Wi-Fi 7 will make use of new 320MHz channels. Similarly, it will have support for 4K Quadrature Amplitude Modulation (QAM). MLO will help reduce latency through the transmission of signals over multiple bands. It will work alongside Multi-User Resource Unit introduced in Wi-Fi 6 (8.2.11ax) for tackling interferences.

There will be no additional bands. In fact, Wi-Fi 802.11be will utilize the same 2.4, 5, and 6GHz bands as the Wi-Fi 6E. Still, MediaTek claims to have achieved 2.4 times better theoretical speeds over Wi-Fi 6 because of other improvements.

Wi-Fi 7 Rollout Date (Expected)

As the standard has not been finalized yet, it’s hard to say when compatible devices will be available in the market. However, MediaTek says its Wi-Fi 7 Filogic devices will hit the market in 2023.

Networking Devices	Launch Date (Expected)
MediaTek Filogic (Wi-Fi 7)	Q1 2022

Meanwhile, check out our comparison between Wi-Fi 5 and Wi-Fi 6. (Nepali)

Qualcomm shows off iSIM, which integrates SIM into phone’s processor

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January 20, 2022

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Qualcomm shows off iSIM, which integrates SIM into phone’s processor

Back in 2020, Qualcomm unveiled the Snapdragon 888 as the first smartphone processor with Integrated Sim (iSIM). Now the chipmaker has demonstrated the technology in collaboration with Vodafone and Thales. In this article, we will be discussing the iSIM technology in more detail, including its advantages over traditional and eSIM.

What’s an Integrated Sim (iSIM)?

Let’s start with the basics. iSIM is the next evolution of SIM cards. Initially, we had physical cards which took a lot of real estate inside our phones. And even though the size of the cards kept reducing over the years, it was not enough.

Then came the eSIM. Contrary to the traditional sim cards, eSIM is permanently fixed into the phone. They are significantly smaller in comparison to physical SIM and even have better security. In addition, they also offer flexibility when it comes to switching carriers, international roaming, and sharing data plans across eSIM-enabled devices.

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eSIM vs iSIM

Integrated SIM (iSIM) is an advanced form of the eSIM. While eSIM exists as an independent chip inside your phone, Integrated SIM resides on your phone’s processor. ARM introduced the concept back in 2018 with IoT devices in mind. 2020’s Snapdragon 888 was the first processor to feature this new technology. Likewise, it is also in the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 1.

As per ARM’s vision, iSIM is integrated into the System on Chip (Soc), alongside the cellular modem and hardware-based security. Thus, it has a smaller footprint, reduces power consumption, and brings down manufacturing costs.

iSim Proof of Concept

Qualcomm recently demonstrated a proof of concept of iSIM using a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 5G. The test was held in Samsung’s R&D labs using Vodafone’s remote management platform. The phone featured Qualcomm’s Secure Processing Unit with Thales iSIM operating system.

Advantages of Integrated SIM (iSIM)

Based on the working demonstration, Qualcomm, Vodafone, and Thales have agreed upon the following benefits of iSIM.

Makes room for other design and performance-based feature
Provides flexibility of multiple accounts based on the existing eSIM platform
Offers improved efficiency with less power
Opens the way for mass IoT connectivity

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Motorola unveils Moto Tab G70 LTE with a 11″ 2K display, Helio G90T

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January 20, 2022

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Motorola unveils Moto Tab G70 LTE with a 11″ 2K display, Helio G90T

Last year, Moto forayed into the Android tablet market with the Tab G20. The company has now followed it with another tablet with improved specs, including a 2K display. In this post, we will be discussing the specs, features, expected price, and availability of the Moto Tab G70 in Nepal.

Moto Tab G70 Overview

Design and Display

Moto Tab G70 is the rebadged version of Lenovo Tab P11 Plus. It sports the same metallic design with a dual-tone finish at the back. The rear panel also houses the circular camera bump at the top left and the iconic batwing logo at the middle.

Overall, the tablet measures 0.29” in thickness and 490 grams in weight. It also has an IP52 water repellent rating.

Over on the front, we have the aforementioned 2K display. It is an 11” IPS LCD panel with 10-point multitouch and brightness of up to 400 nits. Similarly, it is also TUV’s eye comfort certification.

Performance and Memory

Under the hood, Moto Tab G70 brings a significant performance boost over the Tab G20’s Helio P22T. It is powered by Helio G90T, which features two Cortex-A76 performance cores (@2.05 GHz) and six Cortex-A55 cores (@2.0 GHz).

The chip is coupled with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. You can even expand the storage up to 1TB by slotting in an external MicroSD card.

The tablet ships with Android 11 out-of-the-box, and it also has Google’s Kids Space and Entertainment Space pre-installed.

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Camera and Audio

The 13MP camera at the back of Moto Tab G70 comes with auto-focus and an LED flashlight. Over on the front, it has an 8MP sensor with a fixed focus to get you through online classes and video calls.

In terms of audio, Motorola has included a quad-speaker setup and thrown in Dolby Atmos support too. The tablet features two microphones with DSP’s Smart Voice.

Rest of the Specs

Feuling the Moto Tab G70 is a 7700mAh battery that boasts 12 hours of continuous offline video playback on a full charge. It supports 20W Rapid Charge via the USB 2.0 Type-C. The port can also be used to connect Type-C headsets as the tablet lacks a 3.5mm headphone jack.

In terms of wireless connectivity, there is support for LTE, dual-band Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 5.1. There is also a 4-point Pogo pin for the external keyboard.

Moto Tab G70 Specifications:

Body: 10.17″ x 6.4″ x 0.29″, 490 gm, Metal Body, IP52 rating
Display: 11″ IPS LCD panel, 10-point Multitouch, up to 400 nits brightness
Resolution: 2K (2000 x 1200 pixels)
Chipset: MediaTek Helio G90T (12nm Mobile Platform)
Memory: 4GB RAM, 64GB storage (expandable)
Software & UI: Android 11
Rear Camera: Single (13MP, autofocus)
Front Camera: Single (8MP, fixed focus)
Audio: Quad-speaker setup, Dolby Atmos
Connectivity: LTE, WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (Dual-band), Bluetooth 5.1, USB Type-C, 4-point Pogo Pin
Battery: 7700mAh with 20W fast charging
Color Options: Cyber Teal
Read our review of the Moto Tab G70 here.

Moto Tab G70 Price in Nepal and Availability

Moto Tab G70 will go on sale in India starting January 22, with the price listed at INR 21,999. However, it will be available for just INR 21,249 during Flipkart’s Republic Day Sale. At the moment, there is no information about the tablet’s availability outside of India. However, if it launches in Nepal, we expect the price to be NPR 37,500.

Moto Tab G70 LTE	Price in India (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
4/64GB	INR 21,999	NPR 37,500

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Moto Tab G70.

Vivo’s upcoming tablet tipped to launch with Snapdragon 870

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Vivo’s upcoming tablet tipped to launch with Snapdragon 870

It’s already been a few months since Vivo’s Executive Vice President, Hu Baishan, stated that the company is working on an Android tablet. Its specs have now begun to surface on the internet. So, let’s walk through the leaks, rumors, specifications, and features of the upcoming Vivo Pad.

Vivo Pad Rumors:

What’s the Moniker?

While we are still unsure about the name of the upcoming Vivo tablet, the business secured a trademark for “Vivo Pad” last year. On the other hand, Vivo’s subrand IQOO is expected to launch a tablet soon. Similarly, as we already know, Oppo, another brand under BBK electronics, is releasing a tablet as well.

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Pretty specced machine

Digital Chat Station—a reliable tipster—has leaked the specifications of the upcoming Vivo tablet. It’s powered by a octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 processor with a maximum clock speed of up to 3.2GHz. To note, this is the same chipset used in the Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro and Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad Pro 2021.

Over on the front, it’s rumored to feature a FHD+ display with 120Hz refresh rate and a punch-hole cutout. However, we still didn’t know the exact screen size yet. Fueling the tablet is a 7,860mAh battery with support for 44W fast charging.

Moreover, the device boots on Android 12 based OriginOS Ocean out of the box. It will also have a feature to cast the screen across various Vivo devices.

Vivo Pad Rumors: Launch and Availability

It’s still uncertain when Vivo will launch its first tablet. However, if rumor’s are to be trusted, it will be official by the end of first half of 2022.

Device	Launch (Expected)
Vivo Pad	Q2, 2022

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Realme Pad.

Samsung Galaxy M33 5G with Exynos 1200 coming soon in Nepal

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January 18, 2022

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Samsung Galaxy M33 5G with Exynos 1200 coming soon in Nepal

Samsung has been working on the Galaxy M33 5G for quite some time now. It will be launched as the successor to the last year’s Galaxy M32 5G. While the device has appeared in several listings, new reports suggest it’s production has already been started. So, let’s walk through the leaks, rumors, specifications and features of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy M33 5G.

Samsung Galaxy M33 5G Rumors Roundup:

According to 99mobile’s industry sources, production of the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G has already begun in the company’s Greater Noida facility. Assuming the report is accurate, we expect the launch date of the device to be revealed soon.

Geekbench listing

Anyways, Samsung Galaxy M33 5G has recently been spotted at Geekbench with the model number SM-M336BU. The phone looks to be powered by a new chipset codenamed “s5e8825”. It’s the same chipset that the Galaxy A53 5G was spotted with a week ago.

Moving on, it is widely agreed upon that s5e8825 is the codename for the upcoming Exynos 1200 SoC. According to the rumors, it’s an octa-core chipset with 2 performance (@2.4GHz) and 6 efficiency cores (@2GHz). Similarly, there will be Arm Mali-G68 GPU overlooking the graphics rendering.

This particular unit of Galaxy M33 5G that went through the test featured 6GB of RAM. However, we also expect other memory configurations to be available at launch. Furthermore, the phone will ship with Android 12 -based One UI 4.0 out of the box.

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Rebranded A53 5G

Moving on, all the leaks point to Galaxy M33 5G being a rebranded A53 5G. The latter being a premium offering will likely go official first. These two phones’ specs will likely be identical except in some departments like the battery.

Big battery has also been a key feature of the Galaxy M-series. Here, the M33 5G will feature a 6,000mAh battery as revealed by a SafetyKorea certification. On the other hand, A53 5G will settle on a smaller 5,000mAh battery.

Likewise, both phones are rumored to feature a 6.5-inch 120Hz Super AMOLED display, 64MP + 8MP + 5MP + 2MP rear camera and 13MP selfie camera. In addition, we expect A53 5G to have premium features like an official IP rating and OIS camera that M33 5G might miss out on.

Samsung Galaxy M33 5G Launch Date (Expected)

Moving on, while we are unsure of the exact timeframe for the device’s launch, we anticipate it to follow the S22 series, which is expected to be launched in February.

Smartphone Model	Launch Date (Expected)
Samsung Galaxy M33 5G	Q1 2022

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Samsung Galaxy M32.

PineNote is a Linux-based E-ink tablet for developers & enthusiasts

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January 18, 2022

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PineNote is a Linux-based E-ink tablet for developers & enthusiasts

The makers of the PinePhone have now launched their first e-book reader tablet. PineNote, which shipped in limited numbers to developers last year, is now more readily available. It’s a Linux-based E-ink tablet, but ships with no Operating System (OS). In this article, we will be discussing the key specs, features, price, and availability of the PineNote E-ink tablet.

PineNote E-ink Tablet

No Default OS

PinNote is an e-ink tablet/book-reader from the Pine64 community that is popular for its lineup of Linux-based PinePhone. Like the other products under the brand’s umbrella, PineNote users have complete control over the device, so much so that it doesn’t come with any pre-installed OS.

In other words, it is strictly for enthusiasts or developers that can do with a bootloader. The plan is to run mainline Linux OS and applications on the tablet. Developers are already working on porting Alpine and Debian Linux on PineNote. In addition, we can expect ports for other OS, including NixOS to be available in the future.

In terms of specs, PineNote is arguably the most powerful E-ink device on the market. It comes packed with a Rockship RK3566 processor with four Cortex-A55 cores clocked at 1.8GHz. The chip is paired with 4GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 128GB of eMMC storage.

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Rest of the Specs

As for the display, PineNote sports a 10.3″ E-ink panel with a resolution of 1404 x 1872 pixels. This panel has 16 levels of grayscale and even supports the Wacom EMR pen, which comes with the Developer Edition. Technically, you should be able to take notes on the E-ink panel with a compatible stylus, but you should probably wait until it ships with a stable operating system.

Moving on, PinNote is enclosed in a white and black plastic body. It weighs around 438 grams and is 7.4mm thick. You will also get a magnetic cover for free with the Developer Edition.

Fueling the tablet is a 4000mAh battery with support for 15W PD charging. There is a USB Type-C charging port that can also be used for data transmission. In terms of wireless connectivity, PineNote has support for Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.0. Similarly, it also boasts a stereo speaker setup and four microphones.

PineNote E-ink Tablet Specifications:

Body: 191.1 x 232.5 x 7.4mm; 438 grams
Display: 10.3-inches TFT LCD, 60Hz Refresh Rate
Resolution: 1404 x 1872, 227 DPI
Chipset: Rockchip RK3566
CPU: Quad-Core (4x Cortex-A55, up to 1.8GHz)
GPU: Mali G52 2EE
Memory: 4/6GB LPDDR4 RAM, 128GB storage
Software & UI: No Default OS
Audio: Stereo speakers, 4x microphones
Sensors: Gyro
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, USB 2.0 Type-C
Battery: 4,000mAh Li-Po with 15W PD charging
Color: White & Black

PineNote E-Ink Tablet Price and Availability

PineNote E-Ink tablet is up for order from Pine64’s official site for $339 (~NPR 47,500). However, the product page warns that it is strictly for developers and enthusiasts as there is no default software.

Meanwhile, check out our picks for the best tablets under $500.

MSI’s best MacBook Pro alternative—the Creator Z16—is finally here in Nepal

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January 18, 2022

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MSI’s best MacBook Pro alternative—the Creator Z16—is finally here in Nepal

Targeted squarely as a MacBook Pro alternative for Windows users, MSI announced the Creator Z16 last year. This laptop has finally made its way to Nepal as well. So, let’s dig into the specifications, features, and price of the MSI Creator Z16 in Nepal.

MSI Creator Z16 Overview:

Design and Display

Creator Z16’s design is almost identical to the MacBook Pro. It is a 16-inch laptop built for creators with an aluminum unibody chassis. The Z16 comes in two models, both of which have the same panel size, a resolution of 2500 x 1600 pixels, and a 16:10 aspect ratio, which is also shared by the MacBook Pro.

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Moving on, this screen has a 120Hz refresh rate and covers 100% of the DCI-P3 color gamut. Similarly, it has a MiniLED-backlit keyboard. MacBook’s grey design is replaced by a clean black chassis with a minimalistic MSI logo.

Check out all the prices and specs of MSI Creatorslaptops here

Performance

Moving on to the performance side, you can pick between Intel Core i7-11800H or Core i9-11900H processor. These are the newest Intel CPUs under the company’s 11th-gen Tiger Lake-H series. Aside from that, both models have Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 (65W) graphics and 32GB of RAM. Likewise, the Creator Z16 is available with 1TB or 2TB of SSD storage.

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Rest of the specs

Aside from that, this laptop is equipped with Wi-Fi 6E to deliver high-speed network connectivity. Similarly, it comes with a 90Wh long-lasting battery and a 180W slim power adapter. It has a relatively broad range of I/O ports, including USB-A, two Thunderbolt 4 ports, and a MicroSD card slot.

MSI Creator Z16 Specifications:

Design & Build: Aluminum build, 359 x 256 x 15.9 mm, 2.2 kg
Display: 16-inch, 120Hz refresh rate, IPS-Level
Resolution: QHD+ (2560 x 1600)
Keyboard: MiniLED Backlit
Processor: Up to 11th Gen Intel Tiger Lake-H Core i9 CPU
RAM: Up to 64GB DDR4-3200, 2x SO-DIMM slots
Storage: 1/2TB NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSD
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (6GB GDDR6), 65W TGP
Audio: Mic-in/Headphone-out Combo Jack
Battery: 90 Watt-hours battery
Power Supply: 180W Slim adapter
Webcam: HD (30fps @ 720p)
Connectivity: Killer ax Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth v5.2
I/O Ports: 2x Type-C (USB / DP / Thunderbolt 4) 1x Micro SD 2x Type-A USB3.2 Gen2

MSI Creator Z16 Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of the MSI Creator Z16 in Nepal is NPR 285,000 for the RTX 3060 variant with an Intel i7-11800H CPU, 16GB RAM, and 512GB SSD. You can buy it from trusted stores like Zozo Hub, where you’ll also be getting an MSI Stealth Trooper Gaming Backpack for free.

MSI Creator Z16	Price in Nepal	Availability
Intel i7-11800H, RTX 3060, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD	NPR 285,000	Zozo Hub

Meanwhile, check out our review of MacBook Pro 16 (M1 Pro)

MSI Creator M16 with RTX 3050, 16″ QHD display now available in Nepal

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January 18, 2022

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MSI Creator M16 with RTX 3050, 16″ QHD display now available in Nepal

MSI launched a couple of content creation-oriented laptops including the Creator 17 and Z16 back in May 2021. The latter also takes a dig at Apple’s MacBook Pro. However, they’re quite expensive and not up to everyone’s budget. Well, MSI has a solution for you in the form of Creator M16, which is now available in Nepal. So, let’s go through the MSI Creator M16 and learn about its specifications, features, availability, and price in Nepal.

MSI Creator M16 Overview:

Design and Display

As the name implies, it’s aimed at creative people and content-creators looking for an affordable yet power-packed device. It has a 16-inch QHD+ True Pixel screen with a 16:10 aspect ratio. Furthermore, the screen covers 100% DCI-P3 color gamut and boasts a peak brightness of up to 500 nits.

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The 720p webcam, as normal, is located in the upper display frame. Moreover, the Creator M16 weighs 2.2 kg and has a 359 (W) × 259 (D) × 23.95-27.5 (H) mm dimension.

Check out all the prices and specs of MSI Creatorslaptops here

Performance

In terms of performance, it is fueled by the new 11th generation Intel Core i7 processor, which has been coupled with up to 64GB RAM with two DDR4 slots. Plus, it has an NVMe M.2 Gen 3 slot to screw in an SSD storage. You can select between NVIDIA’s GeForce RTX 3050 or 3050 Ti GPU with 4GB GDDR6 of video memory. MSI Creator M16 comes with a 3-cell Li-Polymer battery that charges through a 150W power adapter.

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Rest of the specs

Moving on, there is a USB Type-C, three USB Type-A, an HDMI, an Ethernet, and an audio jack for connectivity. Unfortunately, MSI does not ship the Creator M16 with an SD card reader, which might be missed by some content creators. Aside from that, you have a stereo speaker setup for loud audio.

MSI Creator M16 Specifications:

Body: 359 (W) × 259 (D) × 23.95-27.5 (H) mm, 2.2 kg
Display: 16″ IPS panel, 16:10 aspect ratio, 100% DCI-P3, IPS-Level panel
Resolution: QHD+ (2560 x 1600 pixels)
Processor: Latest 11th Gen Intel Core i7 Processors
RAM: Up to 64GB, DDR4-3200, 2 slots
Storage: 1x NVMe M.2 PCIe Gen3 SSD slot
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050/Ti (4GB GDDR6)
Battery: 3-Cell, Li-Polymer
Power Supply: 150W adaptor
Webcam: HD (30fps@720p)
Connectivity: Gigabit Ethernet, Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675, Bluetooth v5.2
I/O Ports: 1x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C, 2x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A, 1x USB 2.0 Type-A, 1x HDMI (4K@60Hz), 1× RJ45, 1× DC-in

MSI Creator M16 Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of the MSI Creator M16 in Nepal is NPR 218,500 for the RTX 3050 variant with an Intel i7-11800H CPU, 16GB RAM, and 512GB SSD. You can buy it from trusted stores like Zozo Hub, where you’ll also be getting an MSI Essential Backpack for free.

MSI Creator M16	Price in Nepal	Availability
Intel i7-11800H, RTX 3050, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD	NPR 218,500	Zozo Hub

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