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Realme Watch 2 Review: Two Steps Forward, One Step Back

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Realme Watch 2 Review: Two Steps Forward, One Step Back

In this review, I’ll be discussing the Realme Watch 2 at length. Last year, Realme launched its very first smartwatch, dubbed the “Realme Watch”. And it was not well received, to say the least. The company then went on to launch a few smartwatches with moderate success, before coming up with the Realme Watch 2 a couple of months ago.

On paper, this looks like a decent upgrade over its predecessor, but just how much of that pans out in terms of real-life usage is the real question. Plus, with fitness trackers like Honor Band 6 and Mi Band 6 pushing the envelope for health tracking on a budget, should you really be considering budget smartwatches like this? Let’s find out in this review of the Realme Watch 2.

Realme Watch 2 Specifications:

  • Body (H x W x L): 35.7 x 257.6 x 12.2 mm, 38 grams
  • Display: 1.4-inches IPS LCD panel,320 x 320 pixels, 600 nits
  • Design: Polycarbonate body, Silicon wrist band (22mm)
  • Water Resistance Level: IP68 rating
  • Compatibility: Android 5.0+ / iOS 11
  • Companion App: Realme Link (Android | iOS)
  • Sensors: 3-axis Accelerometer, Heart rate, Blood oxygen
  • Sports Mode: 90 different modes
  • Built-in GPS: No
  • Battery: 315mAh (up to 14 days)
  • Charging: Magnetic charger
  • Price in Nepal: N/A (not launched yet)

Realme Watch 2 Review:

Design and Display

  • Polycarbonate body, Silicon wrist band (22mm)
  • 1.4-inch TFT LCD display, 600 nits of brightness

So, let’s start with the display. While its 1.4-inch screen sounds untouched coming from the first-gen Realme Watch, the company has brought noticeable changes to the panel. The first thing you will notice is the symmetrical bezels on the top and bottom. Additionally, the screen is brighter and more vibrant, too. It also feels relatively more fluid and responsive.

That being said, there is still no automatic brightness adjustment onboard, while the flip-to-wake function is quite inconsistent.

Still no AMOLED

Furthermore, the screen isn’t AMOLED either, meaning you’ll miss out on Always-on Display here. As a result, I found myself relying heavily on the screen wake-up button. This wouldn’t have been a problem at all, had Realme not cheaped out on such an essential component. The tactile feedback of this button is even worse than the one on Realme Watch as it feels more plasticky and squeaky when pressed.

Watch faces from Grafflex

Anyway, you get plenty of watch faces to choose from on Watch 2, including the one Realme made in collaboration with the South Korean artist “Grafflex”. A total of 6 watch faces come pre-loaded, including some live wallpapers. And you can replace them with a variety of other options from the Realme Link app.

Comfortable strap

In case you haven’t noticed, the “Realme” branding from the chin is gone this time. Instead, there is the company’s “Dare to Leap” slogan slapped onto the wrist strap. The branding is subtle and not that noticeable when putting on the smartwatch—which begs the question: why even bother to put it in the first place?

Realme Watch 2 vs Realme Watch Strap Comparison
Top: Realme Watch | Bottom: Realme Watch 2

Compared to the 20mm strap on its predecessor, I found the wider 22mm strap on the Watch 2 to be more comfortable. I also like the fact that it’s a traditional loop-buckle strap, which feels more convenient to me than the Apple Watch-inspired strap on the first-gen Realme Watch.

Watch UI

  • Realme’s custom OS

Getting to the UI, for the most part, it’s remained the same as last year. Swiping from the left brings the status bar, which now features a quick shortcut to settings.

Similarly, swiping down triggers the notification shade where you can scroll between the recent notifications. Weirdly enough, opening up a notification on Realme Watch 2 shows less information than on the Realme Watch.

Need for further optimization

That’s because the company has enlarged UI elements like fonts and icons this time around. While the latter has been optimized for a streamlined view on the app list, the same design practice is absent in terms of notifications. Plus, these non-actionable notifications lack emoji support as well.

Realme Watch 2 vs Realme Watch Display comparison
Left: Realme Watch | Right: Realme Watch 2

Additionally, you will find quick tiles for activity, heart rate, weather, and music control on the right. Except for the last one, these tiles aren’t interactive (or customizable). As a result, you will have to open the desired app from the app list on the bottom for further detail.

Here, you can access all of the watch features, including SpO2 monitoring, camera control, and a bunch of basic functionalities like alarm, stopwatch, etc.

Realme Link app

  • Android 5.0 and above, or iOS 11 and above

Moving on, the Realme Watch 2 pairs with your smartphone via the Realme Link app—just like any other smart AIoT product from the company. What’s commendable here is that the app is now available for iOS users too. Though Realme Link’s iOS version was made available last year, it still doesn’t let you connect the original Realme Watch to iPhones to this day.

Regardless, the process of connecting the Watch 2 to an iPhone is the same as that on Android smartphones. Just scan the QR code on the watch when turning it on for the first time. The app’s UI is pretty much the same across the two platforms while features like music, camera control, and find my phone work flawlessly across the two platforms.

Smart AIoT control

Another highlight here is that the Realme Link app has been integrated into the watch itself. With this, you can control other Realme AIoT products connected to your phone. I tested this feature with my Buds Air 2 Neo and Buds Wireless 2 and found it to be quite useful.

I could toggle between ANC/Transparency mode and gaming mode on them without having to reach out to my phone or the wireless earbuds themselves. However, if you don’t own any other Realme AIoT product, this feature won’t amount to much.

Health and Fitness Tracking

  • 24-hour heart monitoring
  • Blood oxygen (SpO2) monitoring
  • 90 sports mode (no swim tracking)

Realme Watch 2 Sensors

Let us now move on to the health and fitness tracking side of things. Under this, the Realme Watch 2 offers everything you would want from a budget smartwatch. For starters, it features an optical heart sensor for 24-hour heart monitoring. And just like on last year’s model, the watch can be configured to check your heart rate every 5 minutes.

Inconsistent sleep tracking

Still and all, I simply don’t understand why Realme decided to get rid of REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep tracking on Watch 2. Not adding a feature is one thing, but removing something present on the previous iteration feels unreasonably weird.

I also found that the first-gen Realme Watch was more capable of accurately recording my time to bed, the time I got up, and my other sleep metrics like the time I would be awake in the middle of my sleep sometimes. Also, there’s no tile for sleep data which is kinda frustrating.

90 sports modes

Nevertheless, the 90 sport modes present on the Realme Watch 2 is a big improvement over its predecessor. Yet, the watch can only store 10 of them at once. Basic workouts like an indoor and outdoor run are irremovable but you can replace the other 8 with the remaining 80 modes via the Realme Link app.

RealmeWatch2 Workout Modes

That being said, most of the sports modes record the same metrics like steps, heartbeat, and duration with some difference here and there. Compared to the Realme Watch, I noticed that it graphed my workout data fairly better in terms of the pace and cadence—while being neck-and-neck in terms of metrics like steps, distance, and heart rate.

Still no swim tracking

In addition, Realme Watch 2 can’t even track pool swimming despite its IP68 dust-and-water resistance, while the company says the watch is not suitable to wear during showers either. Additional 5ATM certification would’ve been even more ideal for things like deep dive swimming but this ultimately feels like yet another inexcusable omission.

With that out of the way, all the data from the watch is synced to your Realme account. You can view some of them on the watch itself but obviously, you’ll have to refer to the companion app for deeper insights.

Even though viewing your workout data on the watch is quite easy thanks to color-coded metrics, I had to refer to the app for more details. Weirdly enough, things like average speed and peak heart rate are only viewable on the watch.

Battery and Charging

  • 315mAh battery
  • Magnetic Pin charger

In terms of battery endurance, the Realme Watch 2 has been pretty great. I was able to get over a week (~ 9 days) of battery life from this smartwatch on a full charge. During my usage, I set its brightness to 60%, tuned all-day heart rate monitoring to every 5 minutes, and tracked about two hours of workout every day.

As for charging, you get a 2-pin magnetic charger that takes the Watch 2 from 0 to 100% in about 1 hour and 52 minutes.

Realme Watch 2 Review: Conclusion

All in all, I have mixed feelings about the Realme Watch 2. It is a clear upgrade from the Realme Watch although it was not a good product, to begin with. While I had fun using the watch, neither of its features stands out in particular. In addition, the Watch 2 misses out on features like an AMOLED panel, REM sleep tracking, 5ATM rating, and swim tracking that have become standard across mainstream fitness bands these days.

I feel like Realme is positioning this smartwatch as an unofficial successor to the Realme Band, seeing how that budget fitness tracker is lacking a successor to this day—while the Watch 2’s spec-sheet reads fitting to a fitness tracker instead of a smartwatch.

Realme Watch 2 Review: Pros and Cons

Pros:

  • Bright, vibrant screen
  • Buckle-strap is convenient
  • Up to 90 sports mode
  • Decent battery life

Cons:

  • No AMOLED panel
  • No swim tracking
  • UI needs optimization

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Review: Irresistible For The Price

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Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Review: Irresistible For The Price

Positioned between 2020’s Buds+ and the more premium Galaxy Buds Pro, the Buds 2 delivers incredible value—with features comparable to the Buds Pro. So in this full review, I’ll be discussing all about the Galaxy Buds 2 in this review to help you decide if it is the one for you.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Specifications:

  • Dimension:
    • Earbud: 17 x 20.9 x 21.1mm, 5.0 gram each
    • Charging Case: 50.2 x 50.0 x 27.8mm, 41.2 grams
  • Color Options: Graphite, White, Olive, Lavender
  • Chipset: BES2500ZP
  • Sound Driver: Dual-driver
  • Audio Codec: AAC, SBC, SSC
  • Noise Cancellation: Yes, ANC with Ambient mode
  • Microphone: Yes, 3 + Voice Pickup Unit
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth v5.2
  • IP Rating: Yes, IPX2 (earbuds only)
  • Playback Time:
    • Earbuds: Up to 5/7.5 hours (ANC on/off)
    • With case: Up to 20/29 hours (ANC on/off)
  • Talk Time:
    • Earbuds: Up to 3.5 hours (ANC on/off)
    • With case: Up to 13/14 hours (ANC on/off)
  • Control: Touch-based control
  • Charging: Fast Wired Charging, Qi Wireless Charging
  • Companion App: Samsung Wearable (Android | iOS)
  • Price in Nepal: NPR 17,999

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Review:

Design and Comfort

  • Lightweight, minimalistic design
  • IPX2 water resistance

Let’s now talk about the earbuds themselves. Though Buds 2 is supposed to be a follow-up to 2020’s Galaxy Buds Plus, it would be pretty fair to put it against the more expensive Buds Pro, since their spec sheets reveal a lot of parallels between the two. So, I’ll also be bringing up the Buds Pro time and again in this quick tour of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2.

Pocketable and elegant case

Starting with the design, the Buds 2 comes in this pocketable case that weighs just 41.5 grams. It has a glossy all-white exterior which makes it prone to scratches and smudges. But on the inside, Samsung has gone with a matte finish—that matches the color of earbuds themselves. Galaxy Buds 2 is available in four color options: White, Graphite, Lavender, and Olive. If all this looks a bit too familiar, that’s because the Buds Pro comes in a similar-looking case as well.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Case

Comfy earbuds

Moving on to the earbuds, they are pretty lightweight, weighing just 5 grams each—so light that you might forget about them having in your ear once you start grooving to the music.

The default ear tips fit securely in my ear but there are two extra pairs of ear tips in the box. Samsung has even added a “fit test” feature in the Galaxy Wearable app to help you attain the best fit.

All these factors contribute towards making Galaxy Buds 2 some of the most comfortable earbuds to put on—even for long hours. I also like how they don’t stick out much from the ears, unlike the relatively bulky-looking Buds Pro.

Buds 2 Design

Once you get accustomed to the comfy fit of Galaxy Buds 2, resorting back to the Pro is not easy. Don’t get me wrong, the latter is not uncomfortable by any means. It’s just that the Buds 2 feels much better—at least to my ears.

That being said, the Buds Pro does have a superior IPX7 certification as opposed to Buds 2’s IPX2. So you’re gonna have to be extra careful when using the Buds 2 under the rain, or even you sweat excessively.

Connectivity

  • Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity
  • Galaxy Wearable App

In terms of connectivity, Galaxy Buds 2 enjoys the newer Bluetooth 5.2 protocol—opposed to Bluetooth 5.0 on the more expensive Galaxy Buds Pro. And I’m glad to report that there are no connection drop or interference issues with either of these earbuds.

Here, the Galaxy Buds 2 pairs with the aforementioned Galaxy Wearable app, which also lets you play around with different ANC modes, control options, and audio presets. This time around, the Buds 2 plugin is not available on iOS. Thus, iPhone users won’t have access to the app.

Like the Buds Pro, the Buds 2 can quickly switch between Samsung’s Galaxy lineup of tablets, smartwatches, and smartphones—given that all devices are connected to the same Galaxy account. It even supports Quick Pair and Swift Pair with Samsung and Windows PC, respectively.

Controls

  • Touch-based control

When it comes to controls, Buds 2 has a touch-enabled area on either earbud to play/pause music, skip tracks, or retreat to the previous one. You can also switch between ANC and ambient mode by long-pressing the earbuds. Inside the Galaxy Wearable app, there’s the option to configure these for volume control or waking up the voice assistant as well. However, this customization feature is not available in non-Samsung phones.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Design - 1

Samsung has apparently even added the “Double Tap Edge” volume control gesture on the Buds 2 via an OTA update, but I’m yet to receive the said update (R177XXU0AUH2). It works fine on the Buds Pro, but I’m not sure how well it will work on these earbuds since it has a different surface.

Little Slow to react

Nonetheless, I did notice a slight delay between my touch input and earbuds registering it. However, there has not been a single instance where Buds 2 has failed to register my touch input so far. Also, the convex structure of the touch-sensitive area means your fingers naturally settle to the surface without any difficulty.

Sound Quality

  • Dual-driver setup (tweeter + woofer)

If you recall, I had mentioned in my initial impression video of these earbuds that Buds 2’s sound quality is reminiscent of the more expensive Buds Pro. While that is true for the most part, I must say I have noticed some differences having used them for weeks now.

Before going into any intricate detail, I want to mention that I used a Samsung smartphone, particularly the Galaxy A22, to test them out. Thus, I was able to make use of Samsung’s proprietary Scalable Codec. On the other hand, non-Samsung phones will have to rely on AAC and SBC codecs only.

Here, the Galaxy Buds Pro handles the extreme lows and highs better. You get more thumpy bass, better instrument separation, resulting in an overall superior listening experience, which is quite apparent when listening to songs like MMM (by Seedhe Maut.) Similarly, American Idiot by Green Day feels more sprightly on Buds Pro.

That being said, everyone has a different taste in music. And if you happen to be a casual listener who mostly tunes into pop charts, Galaxy Buds 2 won’t disappoint. In fact, listening to something like Stay (by The Kid LAROI and Justin Beiber) and Happy Endings (by Mike Shinoda feat. iann dior and UPSAHL), I found the audio quality to be quite similar on both earbuds.

On some songs like Dua Lipa’s Levitating, I preferred the subtle sound of Buds 2 to the relatively heavy audio profile of the Buds Pro.

Perhaps the biggest differentiator between these earbuds in the audio department is the 360º audio support on the Buds Pro—which the Buds 2 lacks. With this, it can track your head movements for an immersive audio experience. So, if you want the absolute best pair of earbuds Samsung has to offer, then Galaxy Buds Pro is still the way to go.

ANC

  • 3-mics + Voice Pickup Unit
  • 3-three level Ambient Sound

Regardless, Buds 2 is ANC-capable though. I tested it on my commute to the office and found it to be fairly effective. Although it did not cancel the ambient sound completely, it managed to subdue the intensity of the traffic noise to a great extent. Plus, I found that it is more effective against low-frequency sounds than say, bells, horns, and human voices.

Also, ANC on Buds 2 isn’t on Par with the Buds Pro, the High ANC setting on the Buds Pro delivers better cancellation.

There’s also the Ambient Sound mode, which is Samsung’s take on transparency mode. Since Buds 2 lacks Voice Detection like the Buds Pro, you will have to manually turn it on. Human voices under Ambient mode come out synthesized to my ears. But this has always been how Samsung chooses to implement ambient audio, so complaining about it isn’t going to do any good

Furthermore, you can choose between low, moderate, and high ambient modes. As you go higher up the settings, the overall incoming sound gets louder, though it doesn’t seem to have a greater impact on human voices. To compare, Galaxy Buds Pro offers an extra high setting too but I found the medium setting to be more and adequate.

Call Quality and Game Mode

I’m quite impressed by the call quality of the Buds 2 as well. Samsung’s new machine learning-based algorithm works well as my voice was always clear and audible even when I was walking through a busy street. Still, the Buds Pro manages to perform better in this regard—especially in windy situations—because of its windshield technology which is not present on the Buds 2.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 has a game mode as well, which brings down the audio latency by a bit. Still, I would not recommend it to any competitive gamers as the noticeable in-game latency still feels quite weird.

 Battery

  • 61mAh cell on each bud
  • 472mAh on charging case

Buds 2 USB Port

Getting to the battery side of things, I managed to get the advertised endurance of 5 hours with ANC on from the 61mAh cell on the Buds 2. Without ANC, it can deliver around 7.5 hours of listening time. On the other hand, the case can fuel the earbuds up to three times. Galaxy Buds 2 supports fast wired and wireless charging as well.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Review: Conclusion

All in all, Galaxy Buds 2 is here to give Samsung’s own Galaxy Buds Pro a run for its money. The latter still stands out with its superior ANC and slightly better audio tuning. That being said, it’s hard to recommend the Pro given what the Buds 2 offers at a much cheaper price, especially in markets like Nepal and India. So unless you own an iPhone, Galaxy Buds 2 is among the best pair of TWS earbuds under USD 150. Also, it’s pretty disappointing to see a couple of features like quick pair and control customization lacking on non-Samsung Android phones

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Review: Pros & Cons:

Pros:

  • Lightweight & minimalistic design
  • Comfortable fit
  • Decent sound quality
  • Great Call Quality

Cons:

  • ANC is not top-notch
  • No 360-degree audio
  • Touch response could have been better
  • Few features are restricted to Samsung devices

Meanwhile, Check out our early impressions of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2.

Acer Swift 3X 2021 with Intel’s Iris Xe Max discrete GPU goes official in Nepal

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Acer Swift 3X 2021 with Intel’s Iris Xe Max discrete GPU goes official in Nepal

Acer has launched the Swift 3X 2021 laptop in Nepal. It is backed by an 11th gen Intel i7 processor and Iris Xe Max graphics with 4GB VRAM. So, let’s dig in to know about the specs, features, availability, and price of Acer Swift 3X 2021 in Nepal.

Acer Swift 3X 2021 Overview:

Design and Display

Starting with the display, this laptop flaunts a 14-inch LCD panel with FHD resolution and 300 nits brightness. The screen reserves 72% NTSC color space.

Acer Swift 3X 2021 Design and Display

There’s a backlit keyboard alongside a built-in fingerprint sensor for biometrics. The laptop weighs just 1.37kg and measures 0.71-inch thick.

Performance

On the performance side of things, Swift 3X 2021 is powered by the Intel Core i7-1165G7  CPU with 2.8GHz of base and up to 4.7GHz of single-core turbo clock frequency. Furthermore, this is a quad-core processor with 12MB of Intel Smart Cache (L3). Likewise, the graphics are handled by Intel Iris Xe MAX GPU with 4GB of LPDDR4X VRAM.

Memory wise, it comes with 16GB of LPDRR4X RAM and 1TB M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD storage. Fueling the laptop is a 3815 mAh battery.

Rest of the specs

Moving on, the I/O connectivity option includes one Thunderbolt 4 (with USB Charging), two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C (one featuring power-off charging), a 3.5mm headphone jack, and an HDMI 2.0 port. For wireless connectivity, it utilizes Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0.

Acer Swift 3X 2021 Specifications:

  • Dimension and Weight: 12.7 x 8.4 x 0.71-inches, 1.37kg
  • Display: 14-inch LCD display, 300 nits brightness, 72% NTSC
  • Processor: Intel Core i7-1165G7 (4C/8T, Up to 4.7GHz)
  • Graphics: Intel Iris Xe Max Graphics with 4GB VRAM
  • Memory: 16GB LPDDR4X
  • Storage: 1TB M.2 NVMe PCIe
  • Webcam: 720p HD camera
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.0
  • Ports: 1x 3.5mm jack, 1x Thunderbolt 4 (w/ USB Charging),  2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (one with power-off charging), 1x HDMI 2.0
  • Keyboard: Backlit
  • Security: Fingerprint scanner
  • Battery: 3815mAh 4-cell, Li-Ion

Acer Swift 3X 2021 Price in Nepal and Availability

Acer Swift 3X 2021 is now available in Nepal with a price tag of NPR 148,000. It is available for purchase from authorized distributors like ITTI all over Nepal.


  • Acer Swift 3X 2021 Price in Nepal 
    Intel Core i7-1165G7, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD NPR 148,000

    Meanwhile, check out our review of the Lenovo IdeaPad 3 (2021). 

Worldlink introduces 300Mbps Photon Series internet with mesh Wi-Fi in Nepal

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Worldlink introduces 300Mbps Photon Series internet with mesh Wi-Fi in Nepal

Worldlink, the leading ISP in Nepal, has launched the Photon Series 300Mbps internet. Currently, this is the highest bandwidth plan available for residential users in the country, overtaking the likes of CG Net’s 120Mbps and Vianet’s 100Mbps plans. Let’s take a look at the features, pricing, and availability of the WorldLink Photon Series 300Mbps internet plans.

Worldlink Photon Series Overview:

WorldLink is looking to create a major buzz in the country with this offering. On top of high bandwidth, the company is also using a mesh Wi-Fi network in your house/office.

But what’s mesh Wi-Fi?

Mesh Wi-Fi network consists of the main router that connects directly to your modem and a series of nodes around your house for full Wi-Fi coverage. So, this type of networking is mostly useful for multi-storeyed houses, offices, and such settings—rather than small homes.

The mesh ensures seamless Wi-Fi coverage across all parts of your home. With this, you can now connect with a single Wi-Fi network (SSID) across all locations without compromising on speed or signal strength. For this, Worldlink is using Nokia’s WiFi Beacon 1.1 router.

To note, mesh Wi-Fi is not a new technology. But it’s the first time we’re seeing an ISP promoting it in Nepal. While companies like CG Net, Subisu, Vianet, and others tout their speed, Worldlink’s concern towards maintaining a steady internet connection is definitely noteworthy.

Pricing

Package Duration Price
With TV (3) Without TV
300Mbps 1 month Rs. 2,200 Rs. 2,100
3 months Rs. 6,450 Rs. 6,150
12 months Rs. 22,000 Rs. 21,000
One Time Charge Price
1 month 3 months 12 months
Dual Band (ONU) Rs. 2,500 Rs. 2,000 Free
Drop Wire Rs. 500
Deposit (ONU) Rs. 500
Smart Installation Rs. 3,000

To note, the term “Smart Installation” refers to the company’s service for proper router/node installation to ensure a strong Wi-Fi connection across every nook and cranny of your house. To make the most out of the mesh Wi-Fi network, placement of the main router and accompanying nodes have to be identified through proper inspection of the location.

Beacon 1.1 installation

As expected, Worldlink levies a separate charge for each Beacon router deployed on the site. The prices mentioned below are when using up to 2 Beacon 1.1 routers. If your location needs additional ones, then it’s going to cost an additional NPR 8,000 for each Beacon 1.1.

For every Beacon 1.1 Price
1 month 3 months 12 months
Beacon 1.1 Rental Rs. 4,000 Rs. 3,000 Rs. 2,000
Beacon 1.1 Deposit Rs. 2,500

Furthermore, apart from the 3 TV connections that come bundled in the package, you can add to it as well. But of course, extra STB connections incur extra charges.

Additional NetTV connections Price 
Secondary STB activation Rs. 2,000
Secondary STB deposit Rs. 500

Worldlink Photon Series: Available locations

As of now, the Worldlink’s Photon Series 300Mbps internet plans are available in 20 different locations inside Kathmandu Valley. These include Battisputali, New Baneshwor, Dhungedhara, Gatthaghar, Sallaghari, Baluwatar, Pepsicola, Koteshwor, Manbhawan, Sitapaila, Dholahiti, Kalimati, Bansbari, Kirtipur, Satungal, Kaldhara, Bouddha, Banepa, Balaju, Imadol, and Kapan.

  • Meanwhile, check out our hands-on review of CG Net.

Sastodeal is offering electronic items at much cheaper prices than the offline market

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Sastodeal is offering electronic items at much cheaper prices than the offline market

One of Nepal’s leading e-commerce platforms, Sastodeal, has come up with “The Great Electronic Sale” shopping frenzy. Sastodeal is referring to it as Nepal’s biggest electronic sale where you can get up to 70% off on over 30 brands and 10,000+ products. The campaign has already gone live from September 5 and will last till the 9th of September. Let’s learn more about “Sastodeal The Great Electronics Sale”.

Sastodeal The Great Electronics Sale Overview:

The sale brings enticing deals for the customers with massive discounts and vouchers on electronic home appliances, smartphones, washing machines, and more.

Discounts

Here, buyers can enjoy up to 69% off on computer and laptop peripherals, up to 56% off on trendy gadgets, up to 68% off on electronics accessories. And there are discounts on other product categories as well.

Products Discounts
Refrigerator Up to 26%
Washing machines Up to 26%
Televisions Up to 38%
Small home appliances Up to 50%
Mobile Starting from Rs. 1,999
Audio accessories Up to 67%
Electronic accessories Up to 68%
Trendy gadgets Up to 56%
Computer and laptop peripherals Up to 69%
Laptops Up to 10%

Vouchers

Sastodeal is offering a range of voucher discounts based on the minimum amount of purchase. You can get up to Rs. 3,500 off using these voucher codes.

Voucher Amount Min. Purchase  Voucher Code
Rs. 400 Rs. 3,000 GS400
Rs. 1500 Rs. 20,000 GS1500
Rs. 2500 Rs. 40,000 GS2500
Rs. 3500 Rs. 60,000 GS3500

Flat eSewa discount

Likewise, you can also get flat Rs. 1,500 off on a minimum purchase of Rs. 7,500, if you make payments from your eSewa wallet.

Sale highlights:

Let’s now take a look at few interesting deals under Sastodeal’s latest shopping campaign:

Product Old Price Offer Price
Amazfit GTS 2 Mini Rs. 16,499 Rs. 12,000
Baseus Encok WM01 TWS earbuds Rs. 4,800 Rs. 2,499
Samsung 192L Single Door Refrigerator Rs. 28,490 Rs. 24,000
Skullcandy Riff Wireless On-Ear Headphone (S5PXW-L673) – Navy Blue Rs. 7,990 Rs. 5,599

Sastodeal The Great Electronics Sale: Duration

As I mentioned earlier, Sastodeal The Great Electronics Sale will run from 5 September to 9 September 2021 (Bhadra 20 to Bhadra 24).

Campaign Duration
Sastodeal The Great Electronics Sale September 5 – September 9
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G.

Samsung launches its 2021 range of 5-in-1 convertible ACs in Nepal

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Samsung launches its 2021 range of 5-in-1 convertible ACs in Nepal

Samsung caters to a wide range of products globally. After the launch of its AI-powered washing machines a while ago, the company has now launched two new convertible ACs in Nepal. So, let’s get into the specs, features, official price, and availability of Samsung convertible AC in Nepal.

Samsung Convertible AC Overview:

Body

Samsung has launched new convertible ACs called the AR12AXHZAWKNIM and AR18AXHZAWKNIM in Nepal. The former has 1 ton of cooling capacity while with the latter you get up to 1.5 tons.

Samsung 5 in 1 convertible AC Design

Over on the design, these ACs have a slim form factor and a bigger display on the front. Inside, there are big fans and wide blades.

Features

Both models boast 5 convertible modes: Party, Normal, Pleasant, Eco, and Home Alone, to deliver a different level of cooling. In Party mode, it consumes up to 120% power while that number goes down to 40% in Home mode.

For ensuring a healthy environment, these coolers have anti-dust and bacteria filters. It removes harmful irritants from the air and also improves cooling performance. Furthermore, thanks to the Digital Inverter Technology, it maintains the correct temperature without having to switch the compressors on/off frequently. Thus, it ensures less fluctuation and consumes less power.

Cooling

In terms of cooling, it offers 4-way and 2-way swing cooling. Under 4-way, the air flows left to right and up to down while the 2-way mode offers only up and down cooling. As a result, you get the flexibility to set it according to your need.

According to Samsung, these ACs cool the air 43% faster than conventional air coolers. In addition, it has a voltage fluctuation protector that prevents AC from sudden voltage surges.

Samsung Convertible AC Price in Nepal and Availability

As aforementioned, Samsung has launched two new ACs of 1 and 1.5 tons in Nepal at a starting price of NPR 89,990. It is available for purchase from authorized Samsung stores all over Nepal.

Product Price (starting) Availability
Samsung 5-in-1 convertible AC NPR 89,990 Authorized stores
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Samsung Galaxy A22.

Zepp Smartwatch Price in Nepal (Updated)

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Zepp Smartwatch Price in Nepal (Updated)

As smart wearables are getting more popular among Nepalese consumers, the market is getting new brands and products now and then. The latest entry in the Nepali smart wearable market is Zepp. Here, we have listed all the Zepp smartwatch that you can currently buy in Nepal, along with the specs, official price, and availability.

Zepp Brand Overview

Before we start, let’s get a general overview of Zepp itself. Zepp came into existence in 2010 as a smart wearable brand based in Silicon Valley. The company was acquired by Huami in 2018 and its headquarter was moved to China.

In 2021, Huami announced that it is changing its name from Huami Corp to Zepp to appeal to the global audience. The move was not surprising at all as the company had renamed companion apps of its fitness bands and smartwatches from Amazfit to Zepp in 2020.

With that out of the way, let’s take a quick look at the specs and features of all Zepp smartwatches in Nepal.

Zepp E

Whether you like round displays or round ones, you are not going to get disappointed with the Zepp Z. It’s Zepp’s budget smartwatch that is available with both circular and square shapes. The former features a 1.28″ screen while the latter has a 1.65″ screen with slightly better pixel density. That being said, there are no further differences between the two. You get a 3D-curved AMOLED panel on both.

The watch case is made from stainless steel, while you get to choose between fluoroelastomer and leather band.

Zepp E

As for features, you get heart rate tracking, blood oxygen monitoring, and sleep tracking. You also get a total of 11 sports modes, including swimming.

It runs on Zepp’s proprietary OS and features a 188mAh battery rated for up to 7 days of normal usage.

Zepp E Specifications:

  • Body: 43.3 x 35.7 x 9.0-mm, 36 grams, stainless band
  • Band: 20mm Fluoroelastomer, leather
  • Display:
    • Square: 1.65″ AMOLED panel, 348 x 442 pixels, 341 PPI
    • Circular: 1.28 AMOLED, 416 416 pixels, 341 PPI
  • Display Feature: Always-on Display (AoD), 3D curved
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0 BLE
  • Battery Backup: 188mAh, Up to 15 days
  • Compatibility: iOS 10.0 | Android 5.0 and above
  • Companion App: Zepp App (Android | iOS)
  • Water Resistant: 5ATM (up to 50m)
  • Sensors: BioTracker PPG optical sensor, Geomagnetic, Accelerometer, Ambient Light, Linear Vibration
  • Health Tracking: Heart Rate Monitoring, SpO2 Monitoring, Sleep Tracking, PAI assessment
  • Sports Modes: 11
  • Price: NPR 38,000

Zepp Z

Moving on, Zepp Z is the company’s latest premium smartwatch. It comes with a 1.39-inch AMOLED panel with up to 550 nits of brightness. Zepp has used NTC-coated Titanium alloy for the watch case, polycarbonate/glass fiber for the bottom, and leather for the strap.

Zepp Z Design and Display

There are three buttons including a crown on the right. You get all of the usual health and fitness tracking, Zepp’s proprietary PAI health assessment, up to 90 sports modes, and built-in GPS.

Zepp Z Specifications:

  • Body: 46.3 x 46.3 x 10.7-mm, 40 grams
  • Band: 22mm leather, classic pin buckle
  • Display: 1.39 AMOLED, Always-on Display (AoD), 454 x 454 pixels, 326PPI, 100% NTSC, 550 nits maximum brightness
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0 BLE
  • Audio: Microphone
  • Battery Backup: Up to 15 days
  • Compatibility: iOS 10.0 | Android 5.0
  • Companion App: Zepp App (Android | iOS)
  • Water Resistant: 5ATM (up to 50m)
  • Sensors: BioTracker 2 PPG optical sensor, Geomagnetic, Gyroscope, Air Pressure, Accelerometer, Ambient Light
  • Health Tracking: 24/7 Heart Rate Monitoring, SpO2 Monitoring, Sleep Tracking, Stress Monitoring, PAI assessment
  • Sports Modes: 90 total (12 professional modes)
  • Price: NPR 48,000

Zepp Smartwatch Price in Nepal 2021 (Summary)

Smartwatch Models Price in Nepal
Zepp E Square NPR 38,000
Zepp E Circular NPR 38,000
Zepp Z NPR 48,000

Where to buy Zepp smartwatch in Nepal?

Zepp smartwatches are currently available in Nepal via Oliz Store.

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Nubia Red Magic 6S Pro is official with Snapdragon 888+, 720Hz touch sampling

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Nubia Red Magic 6S Pro is official with Snapdragon 888+, 720Hz touch sampling

Nubia has expanded its gaming smartphone portfolio with the new Red Magic 6S Pro. To note, there’s no vanilla 6S model and this is the newest entry in the Red Magic 6 series. So, let’s now dig in to know the specifications, features, availability, and expected price of the Nubia Red Magic 6S Pro in Nepal.

Nubia Red Magic 6S Pro Overview:

Design and Display

The Red Magic 6S Pro flaunts a 6.8” AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution. It is an 8-bit panel with 100% DCI-P3 color coverage and a peak brightness of 700 nits. This screen also has an under-display fingerprint sensor that supports heart rate monitoring with a response time of just 100ms.

Nubia Red Magic 6S Pro Design and Display

Furthermore, the display is SGS certified, supports DC Dimming, and has a 165Hz refresh rate. However, what’s even more impressive is that it supports multi-finger 720Hz touch-sampling rate. In terms of design, the 6S Pro sports a transparent back and a cooling fan with RGB lights. But the latter is limited to the transparent edition only.

Performance

Under the hood, Nubia Red Magic 6S Pro is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+ chipset. The device boots on RedMagic OS 4.5 based on Android 11. It is available with 8, 12, or 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM and either 128 or 256GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage.

Gaming

To keep the temperature down, 6S Pro uses the ICE 7.0 cooling system. Contrary to version 6.0, it has a Phase Change Materials (PCM) that stores the generated heat and dissipates it slowly.

Moreover, there are two active cooling fans that spin at 20,000 RPM. It caters to a 30% increase in air volume and a 40% decrease in noise. Likewise, there are two shoulder triggers that run at a 450Hz touch sampling rate and have a response time of 2.2ms. It also has a new trigger at the back which you can use to unlock more gesture options.

Camera

Over on the optics, Red Magic 6S Pro has a triple camera setup led by a 64MP primary lens. This is followed by an 8MP ultra-wide and a depth sensor. On the front, there’s an 8MP camera for selfies.

Rest of the specs

Aside from that, the phone has a 4500mAh dual-cell battery that supports 120W fast charging. According to the company, it can fully charge in just 17 minutes. The USB-C port also supports DisplayPort that lets you stream the content onto an external monitor.

Moving on, the 6S Pro also has a 3.5mm headphone jack and uses Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 for wireless connectivity. For audio, there’s a stereo speaker setup with DTS: X Ultra certification.

Nubia Red Magic 6S Pro Specifications:

  • Display: 6.8-inch AMOLED, 165Hz refresh rate, 100% P3 Wide Color, 720Hz multi-finger touch sampling rate, 700nits brightness
  • Resolution: FHD+ (1080 x 2400 pixels)
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+ 5G (5nm)
  • RAM: 8 / 12 / 16GB LPDDR5 RAM
  • Storage: 128 / 256GB UFS 3.1 storage
  • OS: RedMagic 4.5 on Android 11
  • Rear Camera: 64MP primary, 8MP ultra-wide-angle, depth sensor
  • Audio: Stereo speaker, DTS:X Ultra, 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, USB Type-C
  • Battery: 4500mAh with 120W wired charging
  • Biometrics: Under-display fingerprint scanner with heart rate monitor
  • Others: Two shoulder buttons (450Hz), a trigger at the back
  • Colors: Shining Black, Star White, Transparent Edition

Nubia Red Magic 6S Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

Nubia Red Magic 6S Pro will be available from September 27 in China, where its price starts at CNY 3,999 for the base 8/128GB variant. Although it’s unlikely to launch here, we expect the price of the Nubia Red Magic 6S Pro in Nepal to start at NPR 83,000 if and when it does.

Nubia Red Magic 6S Pro Price in China Price in Nepal (Expected)
8/128GB CNY 3,999 NPR 83,000
12/128GB CNY 4,499 NPR 93,600
12/256GB CNY 4,899 NPR 102,000
16/256GB CNY 5,399 NPR 112,300
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of POCO F3 GT.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 series with Wear OS, Exynos W920 goes official in Nepal

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Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 series with Wear OS, Exynos W920 goes official in Nepal

Samsung has launched its new smartwatches, called the Watch 4 and Watch 4 Classic back in August. These devices are the first to ship with the new Wear OS platform, co-developed by Google and Samsung. Now, the Watch 4 series has arrived in Nepal too. Here, we will be discussing the specs, features, availability, official price of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 4 Classic in Nepal.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 4, Watch 4 Classic Overview:

This time around, Samsung is changing the naming convention of their Galaxy Watch lineup. The sporty model, previously known as Watch Active, is now the vanilla Galaxy Watch. On the other hand, the one with the iconic rotating bezel is called Watch Classic.

Moving on, both Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 4 Classic come in two display sizes and resolutions: a 1.2-inch panel with 396 x 396 pixels and a 1.4-inch screen with 450 x 450 pixels. Despite being of the same size, the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic is bigger because of its rotating bezel.

Additionally, the standard Watch 4 is available in either 40 or 44mm cases while the Classic edition arrives in either 42 or 46mm cases.

Similarly, Galaxy Watch 4 Classic features a stainless steel body, while the regular model boasts an aluminum case.

Moreover, the Watch 4 series comes with Super AMOLED panels with Gorilla Glass DX+ protection on Watch 4 and Gorilla Glass DX on the Classic. Both of them are IP68 and 5 ATM certified against dust/water damage, on top of the MIL-STD-810G grade durability.

Internal hardware

Inside, these smartwatches are powered by the new Exynos W920 SoC. It’s a 5nm chipset clocked at a dual-core CPU clocked at 1.18GHz. It replaces the Exynos 9110 that Samsung has been using in its smartwatches since 2018. The new chip has been paired with 1.5GB of RAM and 16GB of storage. It’s an upgrade from 1GB RAM and 8GB storage on previous models.

Samsung One UI Watch

As for the software, Samsung has chosen “Wear“-based One UI Watch over its own Tizen OS. The new software comes with a new look, Google Play integration, and promises better synchronization with Galaxy smartphones.

Samsung One UI Watch First Look Features Availability

It also brings improved battery life, faster loading apps, and smoother animations. But, the practical usage will show how capable and improved the new Wear OS is.

Health tracking features

The Watch 4 series is also the first to feature a BioActive Sensor, which is a combination of three sensors. Namely, an optical heart rate, electrical heart rate, and bioelectrical impedance analysis sensor. These sensors can measure heart rate, monitor blood pressure, detect irregular heartbeat, measure blood oxygen level, and calculate body composition.

Rest of the features

The 40/42mm models of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 4 Classic feature a 247mAh battery. On the other hand, the 44/46mm model host a bigger 361mAh battery instead. As expected, they support WPC-based wireless charging.

In terms of connectivity, the Galaxy Watch 4 series supports dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, has built-in GPS, and NFC for Samsung Pay and Google Pay. There is also be a 4G LTE variant, although that’s not available in Nepal right now.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 4, Watch 4 Classic Specifications:

Watch 4 Watch 4 Classic
Dimensions & Weight Aluminum case
– 44mm: 44.4×43.3×9.8mm | 30.3gm
– 40mm: 40.4×39.3×9.8mm | 25.9gm		 Stainless steel case
– 46mm: 45.5×45.5×11.0mm | 52gm
– 42mm: 41.5×41.5×11.2mm | 46.5gm
Color – 44mm: Black, Green, Silver
– 40mm: Black, Pink Gold, Silver		 – 46mm: Black, Silver
– 42mm: Black Silver
Display – 44mm: 1.4” (450 x 450 px)
– 40mm: 1.2” (396 x 396 px)		 – 46mm: 1.4” (450 x 450 px)
– 42mm: 1.2” (396 x 396 px)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass DX+ Corning Gorilla Glass DX
Properties Super AMOLED panel, Always on Display (AoD)
Processor Exynos W920 (5nm), 2x Cortex-A55 cores (1.18GHz)
Memory 1.5GB RAM, 16GB internal storage
Battery 44/46mm: 361mAh | 40/42mm: 247mAh
Charging WPC-based wireless charging
OS Wear OS Powered by Samsung (Wear OS 3)
UI One UI Watch 3
Sensors Samsung BioActive Sensor (Optical Heart Rate + Electrical Heart + Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis), Accelerometer, Barometer, Gyro, Geomagnetic, Light
Connectivity Bluetooth 5.0, WiFi a/b/g/n (dual-band), NFC, LTE
Navigation GPS / Glonass / Beidou / Galileo
Durability 5 ATM + IP68 certified | MIL-STD-810G compliant
Compatibility Android 6.0 or higher, With more than 1.5GB RAM
Companion App Setup: Galaxy Wearable, Galaxy Watch4 Plugin
Health Statistics: Samsung Health

Samsung Galaxy Watch 4, Watch 4 Classic Price in Nepal

The price of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4, Watch 4 Classic starts at NPR 34,999 and NPR 46,999 for the 40mm and 42mm case options, respectively. Similarly, the larger 44mm and 46mm variants cost NPR 36,999 and NPR 49,999, respectively. You can buy Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 4 Classic from Samsung authorized stores in Nepal from September 22.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 series Price Nepal Availability
Watch 4 40mm NPR 34,999 From September 22
44mm NPR 36,999
Watch 4 Classic 42mm NPR 46,999
46mm NPR 49,999
  • Check out our initial impressions of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 series.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 with active noise cancellation launched in Nepal at a great price

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Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 with active noise cancellation launched in Nepal at a great price

Samsung launched its latest pair of wireless earbuds, the Galaxy Buds 2 at the Unpacked event back in August. And now, Samsung Nepal has brought these earbuds to the domestic market as well. Let’s take a look at specs, features, official price in Nepal, and availability of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Overview:

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 is a successor to the original Galaxy Buds+ and Galaxy Buds Live. However, it is heavily based on the Galaxy Buds Pro that came earlier this year.

Design

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 arrives in an all-white carrying case with a Samsung logo on the lid. If not for the glossy white finish, one can easily mistake it for the Buds Pro’s case. Inside, you get a matte interior that matches the color of earbuds. It also houses the “Tuned by AKG” branding.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 with Case

Talking about the earbuds, they have an in-ear design with silicone tips that we are all familiar with. Each earbud weighs only 5 grams. Together with a 41.2g case, Galaxy Buds 2 makes up a really portable package.

Unfortunately, the Buds 2 only has an IPX2 rating. Thus, you should be careful not to expose it to dust, water, and other environmental factors.

Features

Galaxy Buds 2 will support the newer Bluetooth 5.2 protocol over Bluetooth 5.0 on previous models. It connects to your smartphone using the Samsung Wearable app. The app lets you customize touch controls, play with different audio presets and modes.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Internals

Moving on, Galaxy Buds 2 gives continuity to a dual-driver setup with a dedicated woofer and a tweeter. The earbuds support audio codecs like SBC, AAC, and the proprietary Samsung Scalable Codec (SSC). Then there is a 3-mic system for better call quality,  Active Noise Cancellation, and Ambient mode.

Battery and Charging

Samsung boasts a battery life of up to 7.5 hours with the 61mAh battery. This is with the ANC turned off. Turning off ANC reduces it to 5 hours. Similarly, taking into account the 472mAh battery of the charging case, the combined battery life becomes 29 hours and 20 hours with ANC turned off and on, respectively.

The charging case also supports wired fast charging. Just five minutes of fast charging will provide a combined playback duration of 60 minutes of playback. The case even supports Qi wireless charging.

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Specifications:

  • Dimension:
    • Earbuds: 17 x 20.9 x 21.1mm, 5.0 grams
    • Charging Case: 50.2 x 50.0 x 27.8mm, 41.2 grams
  • Color options: Graphite, White, Olive, Lavender
  • Chipset: BES2500ZP
  • Sound driver: Dual-driver (11mm + 6.5mm)
  • Audio codecs: AAC, SBC, SSC
  • Noise cancellation: Yes, ANC with Ambient mode
  • Mic: Yes, 3 + Voice Pickup Unit
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth v5.2
  • IP rating: Yes, IPX2 (earbuds only)
  • Playback Time:
    • Earbuds: Up to 5/7.5 hours (ANC on/off)
    • With case: Up to 20/29 hours (ANC on/off)
  • Talk Time:
    • Earbuds: Up to 3.5 hours (ANC on/off)
    • With case: Up to 13/14 hours (ANC on/off)
  • Charging: Fast Wired Charging, Qi Wireless Charging
  • Companion app: Galaxy Wearable (Android | iOS)

Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 in Nepal is NPR 17,999. You will be able to buy Galaxy Buds 2 from Samsung authorized retail stores across Nepal from September 22.

TWS Earbuds Price in Nepal Availability
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 NPR 17,999 From September 22
  • Check out our initial impressions of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2.
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