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Vivo S10 series launched with Dimensity 1100 and a color-changing back

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July 16, 2021

Vivo S10 series launched with Dimensity 1100 and a color-changing back

Vivo has launched two new mid-range devices in China under the “S” lineup. The new S10 series offers impressive specs inside and a beautifully crafted body. In this article, we will be talking about the key features of the Vivo S10 and S10 Pro, along with their expected price in Nepal.

Vivo S10 and S10 Pro Overview:

Design and Display

Here, the Vivo S10 and S10 Pro are similar in a lot of aspects, including their design and display. Both come with a 6.44″ flat Super AMOLED panel which supports a 90Hz refresh rate. Vivo S10 series has a bathtub-like notch which is quite rare in Android phones these days. There is an optical fingerprint scanner underneath the screen.

The thickness and weight of these phones vary according to the color variant. The gradient version is the heaviest and the thickest at 175 grams and 7.43mm, respectively. Vivo has used a photochromic material for the back. Thus, these phones will reflect differently depending on how light strikes their surface.

Performance and Memory

Under the hood, Vivo S10 and S10 Pro pack MediaTek’s Dimensity 1100 SoC. It’s a high-end chipset based on TSMC’s 6nm process. It features four Cortex-A78 and four Cortex-A55 CPU cores. For 5G, it integrates the Helio M70 modem (only sub-6GHz). Memory-wise, you can choose from 8/12GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 128/256GB of UFS 3.1 storage here.

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Camera

Here, the S10 Pro differs from the vanilla model in one major way, which is the 108MP ISOCELL HM2 camera. This 1/1.52″ sensor uses nona-binning to capture 12MP native shots. On the other hand, the standard Vivo S10 features a 64MP primary shooter instead. Other than this, both phones share an 8MP ultrawide and a 2MP macro sensor.

Upfront, the S10 series has a dual-camera setup with a 44MP main selfie camera. Accompanying it is an 8MP ultrawide sensor. The front cameras are equipped with a dual-LED flash as well.

Rest of the specs

Vivo S10 and S10 Pro are powered by a 4,050mAh battery each, with support for 44W fast charging. The phones run on OriginOS based on Android 11. You can choose between four color options: Gradient, Lime, Velvet White, and Fluorite Black.

Vivo S10 and S10 Pro Specifications:

Display: 6.44″ Super AMOLED, 90Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, 98% NTSC
Resolution: FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio
Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 1100 5G (6nm Mobile Platform)
Memory: 8/12GB LPDDR4X RAM, 128/256GB UFS 3.1 storage (expandable)
Software & UI: Android 11 with OriginOS on top
Rear Camera: Triple (64MP/108MP primary, 8MP ultrawide, 2MP macro)
Front Camera: Dual (44MP primary, 8MP ultrawide)
Security: Optical in-display fingerprint scanner
Connectivity: 5G (sub-6GHz), Dual Nano-SIM, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, USB Type-C
Battery: 4050mAh with 44W Flash Charge

Vivo S10, S10 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

Vivo S10 and S10 Pro will be available in China from July 23 where their price starts at CNY 2,799 and CNY 3,399, respectively. If Vivo S10 and S10 Pro launch in Nepal, we expect their price to start at NPR 55,000 and NPR 68,000, respectively

Vivo S10 series		Price in China	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Vivo S10	8/128GB	CNY 2,799	NPR 55,000
Vivo S10	8/256GB	CNY 2,999	NPR 60,000
Vivo S10 Pro	12/256GB	CNY 3,399	NPR 68,000

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Vivo iQOO 7.

This tiny wearable strip can turn your sweat into electricity!

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This tiny wearable strip can turn your sweat into electricity!

Researchers at the University of California have developed a tiny sweat-powered wearable device that can use the sweat of the wearer to produce electricity. Though its capacity is limited for now, researchers believe they can scale the technology to a point where it can power a smartphone.

Sweat-powered Wearable Overview:

This sweat-powered wearable resembles a Band-Aid. It comes in the form of a thin and flexible strip that you can wrap around your fingertip.

Passive energy generation

Unlike other similar power-generating wearables, this doesn’t require active user participation. It can produce electricity when the wearer is passive as well. Even when the wearer is asleep, the device won’t stop generating electricity.

Sweat-powered wearable technology

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In addition, it can also generate power from physical activities that involve finger pressing, such as typing, playing piano, and tapping Morse code.

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How does it work?

Here, the carbon foam electrodes in the device absorb the user’s sweat. The enzymes present in the electrode initiates a chemical reaction between the lactate and oxygen molecules of human sweat to produce electricity.

In addition, there is a piezoelectric material that produces electricity separately when pressed. The electricity produced this way is stored in a small capacitor and discharged when necessary.

Why fingertips?

Here, fingertips are among the sweatiest parts of the human body. Each fingertip has over a thousand sweat glands. They result in sweat volume that is 100 to 1000 times bigger than any other body part. However, we rarely feel the sweat on our fingers as they are always exposed to air.

Present Scale

At its current state, the sweat-powered wearable can generate up to 400 millijoules of energy from ten hours of sleep. Researchers believe it can power a smartwatch for 24 hours. However, it is the production capacity from a single fingertip. Applying it over all ten fingers will produce 10 times the energy. In the initial test, it has powered a display-equipped Vitamin C indicator.

What do you think of this sweat-powered device? Would you like it wrapped around your fingertips? Do let us know in the comments below.

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Samsung Tab A7 Lite.

Nepal Rastra Bank launches its own Android app

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Nepal Rastra Bank launches its own Android app

Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB), the central bank of Nepal, has announced a smartphone app of its own. This app notifies users about the latest notices and updates from NRB and is available on early access for now.

Nepal Rastra Bank App: Overview

Nepal Rastra Bank has many grounds to cover when it comes to its digital presence. To note, it doesn’t even have an official social media handle right now, which most government bodies have these days.

To make matters worse, NRB had to clarify through a press release earlier this month as people were being scammed by fake Facebook pages pretending to be Nepal Rastra Bank. In this regard, the announcement of an official app does look like a step forward in bridging the information gap between the general public and NRB.

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Talking about the app itself, let me once again remind you that it is still in development. It has a simple and minimalistic UI. As of now, it contains information including directives, circulars, foreign exchange rates, monthly statistics, and reports—all of which are available on NRB’s website.

You can enable notifications from the settings too. Here, you will be able to choose the category of information you are interested in.

Still in the development phase

In its official press release, the central bank of Nepal has said that it is open to suggestions and feedback from the public for the app’s refinement. For the final version, NRB can add a feature to submit and track Financial Consumer Protection complaints from within the app. Right now, the app redirects users to NRB’s website for the same.

Nepal Rastra Bank App: Availability

The beta version of the app is available for early access via Google Play Store. Additionally, its iOS version is also under development.

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite.

Oppo Reno 6 series launched in India: Might arrive in Nepal as well

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Oppo Reno 6 series launched in India: Might arrive in Nepal as well

After its debut in the Chinese market last month, the Oppo Reno 6 series has finally arrived in the Indian market. However, only the Reno 6 and Reno 6 Pro 5G have made it outside of China. That being said, let’s get into the specifications, features, and expected price of the Oppo Reno 6 and 6 Pro 5G in Nepal.

Oppo Reno 6, 6 Pro 5G Overview:

Design and Display

Here, the standard Reno 6 features a 6.43-inch AMOLED panel while the Pro variant debuts with a larger 6.55-inch AMOLED screen instead. Both of them support FHD+ resolution, 90Hz refresh rate, and HDR 10+. Plus, Oppo has secured SGS Eye Care and Netflix HD certification for these phones as well.

Oppo Reno 6 Display

Coming to the design, the Reno 6 series appears to have been inspired by the iPhone 12 with its flat edges. However, the higher-end 6 Pro has a curved layout.

Similarly, both smartphones have a quad-camera arrangement on the back and a punch-hole on the left side of the screen. Oppo says it secured 20 global patents to come up with the shimmering anti-glare design for the Reno6 series.

Performance

Over on the performance, unlike the Reno 6 Pro+ 5G available in China, these smartphones are powered by MediaTek mobile platforms. The standard Reno 6 is driven by Dimensity 900 while the Pro variant is powered by the company’s flagship Dimensity 1200 SoC. In terms of memory, they are available with up to 12GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB of storage. To note, Reno 6 has UFS 2.1 storage while the Pro variant adopts UFS 3.1 protocol.

Rest of the specs

Moving on, Reno 6 and 6 Pro have an identical camera arrangement, with one difference. The latter features an additional 2MP lens for portrait shots. Otherwise, both the devices have a 64MP primary, an 8MP ultra-wide, and a 2MP macro sensor.

Aside from that, the Pro variant has a 4,500mAh battery, while the vanilla Reno 6 gets a smaller 4,300mAh battery. Both of them support 65W SuperVOOC 2.0 fast charging though. Running the show is Oppo’s ColorOS 11.3 on top of Android 11. Similarly, you’ll find an optical in-display fingerprint scanner on both devices.

Oppo Reno 6, 6 Pro 5G Specifications:

Display: 6.43″ (Reno 6) / 6.55″ (Reno 6 Pro), AMOLED, 90Hz
Resolution: FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio
Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 900 (Reno 6) / Dimensity 1200 (Reno 6 Pro)
Memory: 8/12GB RAM, 128/256GB storage
Software & UI: ColorOS 11.3 on top of Android 11
Rear Camera:
- Reno 6: Triple (64MP primary, 8MP ultra-wide, 2MP macro)
- Reno 6 Pro: Quad (64MP primary, 8MP ultra-wide, 2MP depth, 2MP macro)
Front Camera: 32MP (punch-hole)
Security: Optical in-display fingerprint sensor
Connectivity: Dual 5G, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.2, GPS / GLONASS / Beidou / Galileo / A-GPS, USB Type-C
Battery: 4300mAh (Reno 6 Pro)/ 4500 (Reno 6 Pro) with 65W charging
Colors: Stellar Black and Aurora

Oppo Reno 6, 6 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

Reno 6/6 Pro will be available in India from July 29/20 for INR 29,990 and INR 39,990, respectively. Oppo Nepal hasn’t launched a Reno series phone in a while, but these are likely to arrive here. We expect the starting price of Oppo Reno 6 and 6 Pro in Nepal to be NPR 53,000 and NPR 70,000, respectively.

Oppo Reno 6 series	Price in India	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Reno 6 (8+128GB)	INR 29,990	NPR 53,000
Reno 6 Pro (12/256GB)	INR 39,990	NPR 70,000

Meanwhile, check out our unboxing and impressions of the Oppo F19 Pro.

HiFuture TidyBuds Pro Review: Earbuds And A Mini Power Bank

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HiFuture TidyBuds Pro Review: Earbuds And A Mini Power Bank

Battery life is a major concern for anyone looking to buy a pair of budget wireless earbuds. Most of them only offer 3-4 hours of playback and 2-3 charge cycles with the carrying case. Thus, it was a big deal when HiFuture launched TidyBuds Pro in Nepal last year. Not only does it boast 8 hours of playback time on a single charge, but HiFuture also claims that its case can provide 96 hours of additional battery life with its massive 3000mAh case. After having used it for a couple of weeks, here’s our review of the HiFuture TidyBuds Pro.

HiFuture TidyBuds Pro TWS Specifications:

Body: 7.5 x 2.5 x 4.5cm, 87 grams (case)
Sound Driver: 6mm graphene drivers
Chipset: Realtek 8763B
Battery: 70mAh (earbuds), 3000mAh (case)
Music Time:
- Earbuds: Up to 8 hours
- With case: Up to 96 hours
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0
Audio Codec: AAC, SBC
Control: Touch
Noise Cancellation: No
Color options: Black, White
Water resistance: IPX5 rating
Companion app: No
Extra: Case doubles as a power bank
Price in Nepal: Rs. 4,999

HiFuture TidyBuds Pro Review:

Design and Build

In-ear design, IPX5 certified

HiFuture TidyBuds Pro comes in an in-ear design that doesn’t stick out much from the ear. It’s made out of plastic, and the one I tested had a black finish. It is also available in a white color option.

Additionally, these earbuds are quite bulky, as they fit a 70mAh battery each. It has a tiny stalk that goes into the ear. You will find an eartip at its end, while HiFuture provides additional eartips in the box as well.

As for their comfort, these earbuds fit quite nicely to my ears. For a firm grip, put it in the ear and twist it a little until it conceals the ear canal. Like I mentioned earlier, TidyBuds Pro is comparatively heavier than other budget TWS earbuds I have tested so far.

Regardless, the default eartips are small and not that great in terms of comfort. Thus, you would want to swap it with something bigger and more comfortable. Anyway, these earbuds are IPX5 rated and thus, can be worn during workouts. You need not worry about sweat damage here.

Meanwhile, check out all the latest prices and specs of HiFuture earbuds here

Charging case

Because of its massive 3,000mAh battery, as expected, TidyBuds Pro’s charging case is quite large. You’ll also feel its weight when carrying it around in your pocket. It has an LED battery indicator on the front with a “HiFuture” branding just below it.

At the back, there is a USB Type-C and a Type-A port. The latter is a power-out connection so that you can charge your phone and other compatible gadgets via this case. Like the earbuds, it also has plastic construction. However, fingerprint marks and smudges are more prominent here.

Pairing

Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity

These earbuds connect to your smartphone, tablet, or laptop via Bluetooth 5.0. You can even use one earbud at a time. Pairing it with your device is quite standard. Simply take the earbuds out of the case, turn on Bluetooth on your phone, and hit pair once it detects the TidyBuds Pro.

Throughout my usage, these earbuds maintained a strong connection no matter what device I connected them to. Yet, in a couple of instances, one of the earbuds would be subject to nearby interferences. That being said, it never disconnected.

Controls

Touch sensor on either earbud
Volume, playback control options
No companion app for customization

HiFuture TidyBuds Pro feature touch-enabled controls. And thankfully, there is a lot you can do here. Like with other TWS earbuds, there’s the option to play/pause the music with a simple tap. In addition, you can adjust the volume with a double-tap while it lets you summon your phone’s voice assistant with a triple-tap.

To change tracks, you’ll need to long-press on either earbud. Unfortunately, the controls are not that snappy. And most of the time, they won’t even recognize your touch. This made changing tracks so frustrating that I had to reach out to my phone most of the time.

Fair to say, I would have liked it more had the controls been customizable. Alas, this issue seems to be unfixable since TidyBuds Pro doesn’t sync with a companion app so that HiFuture may push an OTA update addressing it.

Audio, Call Quality

6mm graphene drivers
Built-in microphones

While these earbuds don’t have active noise cancellation, their passive noise isolation is impressively competent at dampening most of the outside noise. It obviously doesn’t magically make the noise disappear but subdues it largely. You will need to achieve a pretty tight fit to achieve this though.

Coming to the actual sound quality, TidyBuds Pro will be more appealing to the bassheads. The bass is fairly deep and even overpowers the instruments and vocals at times. That was the case during the chorus of “all i know” by Machine Gun Kelly and Trippie Redd. The vocals are not downright awful but lack clarity.

Even in acoustic songs like Machine Gun Kelly’s “bloody valentine – Acoustic”, the audio output sounds muffled while the mids and highs aren’t clear enough to be enjoyed. Moving on, the call quality is not that great either. People on the receiving end often complained about the clarity of my voice.

Battery

70mAh (earbud), 3000mAh (case)
8/96 hours playback (earbuds/case)

Nevertheless, with its 70mAh battery, these earbuds lasted me over 5 hours on a single charge when listening to songs at over 80% volume most of the time. That’s quite impressive if you ask me. Additionally, I didn’t have to charge the case as frequently as I’ve had to with other TWS earbuds in the past either.

A full charge was enough to get me through the week. Here, the case juices up over a Type-C port while the entire process takes around 2 hours to complete. Its 3,000mAh capacity means you can even use it to charge other accessories including smartphones—through the aforementioned Type-A connection.

HiFuture TidyBuds Pro Review: Conclusion

To conclude, HiFuture TidyBuds Pro offers unmatchable battery life in the budget segment. There is practically no other TWS in the market whose carrying case can double as a mini-power bank. If you travel a lot, these could be the earbuds right for you.

On the other hand, its sound quality is just passable for the price. And if you are not that into bass, you’re better off looking at some alternatives like the OPPO Enco W11—while upping your budget by a little gets you the Realme Buds Air 2 Neo which is our current favorite pick for the best budget TWS earbuds.

Songs referenced in the HiFuture TidyBuds Pro review:

HiFuture TidyBuds Pro Review: Pros & Cons

Pros:

Tight and comfortable fit
Good passive noise isolation
Bass-heavy sound signature
Tremendous battery endurance

Cons:

Default eartips aren’t that good
Touch control is not snappy
Highs and mids are overshadowed
Call quality is pretty dismal

Apple announces MagSafe Battery Pack for iPhone 12 series

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Apple announces MagSafe Battery Pack for iPhone 12 series

Months after the iPhone 12 series announcement, Apple has introduced a new MagSafe accessory for these phones. While unofficial battery packs from third-party vendors are readily available, the company’s move to launch an official battery pack is fascinating. So, let get into the features, specifications of the Apple MagSafe Battery Pack along with its expected price in Nepal.

Apple MagSafe Battery Pack Overview:

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To begin with, the Apple MagSafe Battery Pack has a capacity of 1460mAh and can charge any model of iPhone 12 with up to 5 Watts of power. That’s comparable to the old square iPhone wall chargers and it’s less than 15 Watts you get from a regular MagSafe charger.

You can snap the Battery Pack on the back of an iPhone, thanks to its embedded magnets. Similarly, it works with all four phones of the iPhone 12 family – the iPhone 12, 12 Mini, 12 Pro, and 12 Pro Max. It is available in a single white color option and has a silicone coating on the front.

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- Apple makes employees wear police-grade cameras to prevent leaks
- Apple’s colorful M1-powered iMacs have finally launched in Nepal

Charging

The pack itself charges via a lighting cable and can also recharge iPhone at the same time. According to Apple, charging the pack using a 20W or higher USB-C power adapter increases the 5W charging speed to 15W. Maybe if it was able to supply 15W of power even without connecting the cord, things could’ve been a lot more impressive.

Moreover, the MagSafe Battery Pack will only work on iPhones running iOS 14.7 or later. Similarly, the battery percentage of the case will appear in the battery widget and on the lock screen of the iPhone.

Apple MagSafe Battery Pack Price in Nepal

Apple has launched the MagSafe Battery Pack for USD 99 and it is available in the sole white color option. You can pre-order it right now while the actual shipping will begin next week. We expect the price of the Apple MagSafe Battery Pack in Nepal to be NPR 15,000 if and when it launches here.

Charger	Price in the US	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Apple MagSafe Battery Pack	USD 99	NPR 15,000

Meanwhile, check out our review of the iPhone 12 Pro Max.

Asus TUF Gaming and ROG Strix RX 6900 XT graphics cards launched in Nepal

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Asus TUF Gaming and ROG Strix RX 6900 XT graphics cards launched in Nepal

After the TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 3060, Nagmani International has launched two new custom graphics cards based on AMD’s Radeon RX 6900 XT. Here, we will be talking about the specs, features, official price, and availability of AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT in Nepal.

AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT Overview:

Radeon RX 6900XT is AMD’s flagship graphics card and goes head-to-head against NVIDIA’s RTX 3090. It is based on the RDNA 2 microarchitecture. AMD has included a total of 80 compute units with game and boost frequencies of 2015MHz and 2250MHz, respectively. It also has 80 ray accelerators for ray tracing.

As for memory, you get 16GB of GDDR6 VRAM and 128GB of Infinity Cache. Its 256-bit memory lane allows a bandwidth of up to 512GB/s.

Asus TUF GAMING Radeon RX 6900 XT OC Edition

Here, the Asus TUF Gaming Radeon RX 6900 XT OC features an all-aluminum body with a metallic backplate. It features three axial-tech fans and a MaxConnect heatsink underneath them. They are tuned to run only when the GPU temperature is between 60˚ Celsius and 55˚ Celsius.

This graphics card uses military-grade components that undergo a 144-hour validation process. Asus has managed to overclock this 6900 XT up to 2340MHz under OC mode, or up to 2310MHz under Gaming mode.

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Asus ROG Strix LC Radeon 6900 XT OC

Unlike the TUF Radeon RX 6900 XT, the ROG Strix LC Radeon 6900XT features liquid cooling for die and memory. It also has higher game and boost clock speeds of 2315MHz and 2365MHz, respectively.

It features a blower-style fan and a low-profile heatsink. There are two 120mm ARGB fans that cool the 240mm radiator. In terms of personalization, it supports customization via Asus Aura Sync and GPU Tweak II.

AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of the air-cooled Asus TUF Gaming AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT OC in Nepal is NPR 235,555. Similarly, the liquid-cooled Asus ROG Strix LC AMD Radeon 6900 XT OC has a price tag of NPR 250,000 in Nepal.

AMD Radeon RX 6900XT	Price in Nepal	Availability
Asus TUF Gaming Radeon RX 6900 XT OC	NPR 235,555	Nagmani International
Asus ROG Stix LC Radeon 6900 XT OC (Liquid-cooled)	NPR 250,000	Nagmani International

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Redmi Note 10 Pro (6/64GB) launched in Nepal

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Redmi Note 10 Pro (6/64GB) launched in Nepal

Xiaomi launched the Redmi Note 10 Pro (108MP) in Nepal back in March. Now, the company has launched its base model with 6GB RAM and 64GB storage. This particular variant is a strong contender for the best phone under NPR 30,000 in Nepal. So, let’s look at the specs, features, official price, and availability of the Redmi Note 10 Pro (6/64GB) in Nepal.

Redmi Note 10 Pro Overview:

The phone features a 6.67-inch AMOLED panel with a center-aligned punch-hole cutout for the 16MP selfie camera. This display has a 120Hz refresh rate and 240Hz touch sampling rate. In addition, it is HDR10 compliant and boasts a peak brightness of 700 nits.

Under the hood, the phone packs Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G chipset. Since it is the base variant, you get 6GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 64GB of UFS 2.2 storage. The latter is also expandable via a dedicated micro SD card slot. Note 10 Pro boots on MIUI 12 based on Android 11.

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Moving on, the 108MP Samsung HM2 primary camera is another highlight of the Note 10 Pro. In addition, the phone has an 8MP ultrawide, a 5MP telemacro, and a 2MP depth sensor. Fueling the phone is a 5,020mAh battery which supports 33W fast charging. Other feature includes stereo speakers, side-mounted fingerprint scanner, and IP53 rating.

With all this, Redmi Note 10 Pro is undoubtedly the best phone under Rs. 30,000 in Nepal right now. It’s got a vibrant AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate, 108MP cameras, capable Snapdragon 732G chipset, stereo speakers, and a decent 5050mAh battery.

Xiaomi ships a compatible 33W charger in the box as well. Plus, its glass back means that the Note 10 Pro feels relatively premium too. The one minor drawback here is that its storage is limited to just 64GB—but you can upgrade it with a micro SD card anyway.

Specifications:

Body: 76.15 x 164.5 x 8.1mm, 192 gm, IP53 dust/splash-proof
Display: 6.67-inches AMOLED panel, 120Hz refresh rate, Corning Gorilla Glass 5, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, 1200 nits peak brightness, HDR10
Resolution: Full-HD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G (8nm)
Memory: 6/8GB LPDDR4X RAM, 64/128GB UFS 2.2 storage (expandable)
Software & UI: Android 11 with MIUI 12 on top
Rear Camera: Quad-camera;
– 108MP f/1.88 primary, HM2 sensor
– 8MP f/2.2 ultra-wide, 118º FOV
– 5MP f/2.4 super macro, 2x telephoto
– 2MP f/2.4 depth sensor
Front Camera: 16MP f/2.45 sensor (punch-hole)
Audio: Stereo speaker, Hi-Res Audio, 3.5mm headphone jack
Security: Side-mounted fingerprint scanner, Face unlock
Sensors: Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity, E-Compass, 360º Ambient Light
Connectivity: Dual-SIM (Nano), WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (Dual-band), Bluetooth 5.1, GPS / AGPS / Glonass / Beidou, USB Type-C, 4G LTE
Battery: 5020mAh with 33W fast charge (33W adapter provided)
Color options: Vintage Bronze, Glacial Blue, Dark Night

Redmi Note 10 Pro (6/64GB) Price in Nepal

The price of the 6/64GB variant of the Redmi Note 10 Pro in Nepal is NPR 29,999. You will be able to buy Redmi Note 10 Pro (6/64GB) from Xiaomi authorized retail stores across Nepal pretty soon.

Redmi Note 10 Pro	Price in Nepal	Availability
6/64GB	NPR 29,999	Xiaomi Authorized Stores (Soon)

Check out our review of the Redmi Note 10 Pro (Max).

Asus TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 3060 is now available in Nepal

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Asus TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 3060 is now available in Nepal

Graphics cards are hard to get in this present situation, especially the ones from NVIDIA’s RTX 30-series. Only a few pop up in the market now and then. That being said, let’s take a look at the specs and price of Asus TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 3060 OC, which is now available in Nepal. The graphics card has arrived through Nagmani International – the official distributor of Asus products in Nepal.

ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 3060 OC

It is a custom card based on the GeForce RTX 3060. It features the second-generation RT cores and third-generation Tensor cores. They help in real-time ray tracing and AI upscaling, respectively.

Design

As for the design, TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 3060 has an Aluminum front with an Axial-tech fan design. The central fan rotates in opposite direction. Thus, resulting in less turbulence. There is a special mode that stops all three fans when they are at low temperature.

The RGB element on the top of the card can be customized with different color effects. It can also be synced with other ASUS components.

The metal backplate has a wide vent that pushed the hot air from the cooler to the exhaust fan. A stainless steel bracket protects the ports while also facilitating a secure mount.

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Durability

The capacitors here have military-grade certification. Components are soldered into the PCB using an advanced Auto-Extreme automated manufacturing process. In addition, each card goes through a 144-hour long trial.

GPU Tweak II Utility Software

You can fine-tune the performance of the card using the Asus GPU Tweak II software. The software provides users the control over core clocks, memory frequency, voltage settings.

ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 3060 OC Price in Nepal

The price of Asus TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 3060 OC Edition in Nepal is NPR 116,666. It is currently for sale on Nagmani International, which happens to be the official distributor of Asus products in Nepal.

Graphics Card	Price in Nepal	Availability
Asus TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 3060 OC Edition	Rs. 116,666	Hukut

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Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra to feature Olympus-branded 200MP penta-camera setup

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July 13, 2021

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Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra to feature Olympus-branded 200MP penta-camera setup

At this time of the year, we would have been busy speculating the features of the upcoming Galaxy Note lineup. However, Samsung has already canceled it for this year. Thus, the focus is back on the S22 lineup. The latest rumor suggests that Samsung will be using a 200MP sensor in the S22 Ultra.

Quick Update: Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is already official with a 108MP quad-camera setup and a revamped camera module. That said, the company has announced a 200MP ISOCELL HP2 camera sensor for the upcoming S23 Ultra.

Samsung S22 Ultra Rumors Roundup

The dilemma about the camera

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra will only be launched next year. However, it has not stopped people from talking about it. Initial rumors suggested that the company will be including a 200MP sensor on the S22 Ultra.

Yet, the rumors were quickly dismissed by Ice Universe, who said that Samsung would be using a refined version of the 108MP ISOCELL HM3 sensor instead.

While Ice Universe is sticking to his statement, a new report has emerged from South Korea, which paints a different picture of the phone. According to Pulse News, the primary camera on the S22 Ultra will use a 200MP sensor. It will be accompanied by four other lenses.

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Partnership with Olympus

Apparently, Samsung will be partnering with Japanese camera manufacturer Olympus for the camera setup. While we have seen smartphone brands team up with camera makers in the past, the results have not been that significant. As per rumors, it was Olympus that approached Samsung for the partnership. Thus, it will be interesting to see how it works out for the S22 Ultra.

In addition, the phone will also have support for S Pen. However, it is not clear if it will come in the box.

Samsung S22 Ultra Launch Date (Rumored)

Galaxy S22 Ultra is expected to be unveiled at January’s Unpacked Event. To recall, the S21 Ultra was announced at a virtual Galaxy Unpacked event in January. Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is expected to launch around the same time next year.

Smartphone Model	Launch Date (Expected)
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra	January 2022

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