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Honor X20 SE launched with MediaTek Dimensity 700 and triple rear camera setup

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June 30, 2021

Honor X20 SE launched with MediaTek Dimensity 700 and triple rear camera setup

Honor, the former sub-brand of Huawei, has launched the Honor X20 SE smartphone in China. So, let’s dig in to know the specs, features, availability, and expected price of Honor X20 SE in Nepal.

Honor X20 SE Overview:

Design and Display

To begin with, the Honor X20 SE flaunts a 6.6-inch IPS LCD display. The panel has a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and boasts a 94.2% screen-to-body ratio. The bezels around the screen are minimal, but the punch-hole looks distractingly big.

The device is 8.4mm thick and weighs just 179 grams. Over on the back, it has three cameras arranged in a vertical row. Further, the Honor X20 SE is available in four color options – Magic Night Black, Blue Water Emerald, Titanium Silver, and Cherry Pink Gold.

Also Read:
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 vs Snapdragon 888 Plus: What’s different?
- Lenovo introduces Yoga Tab 13 with a built-in kickstand and Micro HDMI port

Performance

Under the hood, MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC powers the device. It features an integrated 5G modem that allows dual 5G standby. In addition, the phone can dynamically switch between the two sims for an uninterrupted 5G experience.

In terms of memory, you get to choose between 6/8GB of RAM. Both variants come with 128GB of storage. Similarly, Honor X20 SE will support Google Mobile Services (GMS) outside of China. The device boots on Android 11 based Magic UI 4.1. It ships with a battery capacity of 4000mAh and supports 22.5W fast charging.

Camera

As for the optics, the new machine has a 64MP primary lens that leads the triple camera setup. It has Electronic Image Stabilization for videos. Like other “affordable” 5G phones these days, Honor X20 SE also misses out on an ultrawide-angle camera. Thus, completing the setup is a 2MP depth lens and a 2MP macro sensor.

Upfront, there is a 16MP selfie camera inside the cut-out with an f/2.0 aperture. The rear camera offers multiple shooting options like AI photography, dual scene recording, filters, HDR, and more.

Rest of the specs

Moreover, the wireless connectivity option includes Wi-Fi 802.11 ac and Bluetooth v5.1. While the device charges via a USB Type-C port, you can listen to your favorites songs from a 3.5mm headphone jack. For biometrics, it has a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

Honor X20 SE Specifications:

Dimensions: 160.68 x 73.3 x 8.4mm; 179 grams
Display: 6.6-inch IPS LCD, FHD+ (1080 x 2400 pixels), 94.2% screen-to-body ratio
Chipset: Mediatek Dimensity 700 (7nm)
Memory: 6/8GB RAM, 128GB storage
OS: Android 11-based Magic UI 4.1
Rear Camera: Triple, 63MP primary lens + 2MP depth + 2MP macro sensor
Front Camera: 16MP f/2.0
Security: Fingerprint (side-mounted)
Battery: 4000mAh, 22.5W fast charging
Color options: Magic Night Black, Blue Water Emerald, Titanium Silver, Cherry Pink Gold

Honor X20 SE Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of Honor X20 SE in China is CNY 1,799 for the 6+128GB variant while the 8+128GB model costs CNY 1,999. It will go on sale in the homeland on July 9th. We expect the price of Honor X20 SE in Nepal to start from NPR 40,000 if and when it launches here.

Honor X20 SE	Price in China	Price in Nepal (Expected)
6+128 GB	CNY 1,799	NPR 40,000
8+128GB	CNY 1,999	NPR 43,000

Meanwhile, check out our camera comparison of IQOO 7 vs Realme X7 Max vs Mi 11X.

ZTE’s latest innovation is a 5G-ready smart t-shirt to monitor your health

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ZTE’s latest innovation is a 5G-ready smart t-shirt to monitor your health

Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2021 is underway, and companies didn’t miss this opportunity to showcase their upcoming or prototype products. ZTE capitalized on this and unveiled its YouCare project – a 5G Smart T-shirt that is capable of monitoring your vital health signs.

ZTE YouCare 5G Smart T-Shirt Overview:

In recent years, wearables have gradually grown in popularity, especially due to their health monitoring features. Accordingly, there are countless products available in the market from various companies. ZTE, on the other hand, appears to take it a step further with their 5G enabled t-shirt.

Project

ZTE YouCare is a project that focuses on the use of textile devices for health monitoring, without the need for any metal components. The apparel, which is wholly made in Italy, can detect a number of bio-vital parameters and transmit them to the user’s smartphone or smartwatch. The garment is fully washable, uses reusable textile material, and looks no different from a normal t-shirt.

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- ZTE Watch GT launched with GPS and heatmap feature for footballers
- Here’s the first look at Google-based Samsung Galaxy One UI Watch

How does it work?

This 5G enabled T-shirt has a patented and certified textile technology that integrates a series of polymeric sensors embedded in the fabrics themselves. According to ZTE, these sensors can detect bio-vital parameters like respiration, electrocardiogram, sweat components, muscle effort, and the body temperature.

Likewise, a miniature control unit records all these data and converts them to digital format. The company claims that these parameters have never been detected by a textile sensor before.

Moreover, the t-shirt can transmit the analyzed data to an individual’s smartphone or smartwatch, thanks to 5G. You can even transmit the data to a remote unit that analyzes the values and notifies if there’s an emergency.

Compared to traditional wearables, the YouCare t-shirt has a wider area of contact with the body. Thus, it can be used to record a wider range of health data. It could make drastic changes to the health sector because of its remote health monitoring feature. Furthermore, this initiative has piqued the interest of the Italian Red Cross Association president, who believes it has the potential to “change the life and quality of home and remote medical assistance.”

ZTE YouCare 5G Smart T-Shirt Testing

ZTE will begin testing YouCare smart t-shirt from next fall at its 5G Research and Innovation Center in L’Aquila, Italy.

Meanwhile, check out our review of TicWatch E3.

Deal Alert: Micromax In Note 1 gets a sweet price cut in Nepal

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Deal Alert: Micromax In Note 1 gets a sweet price cut in Nepal

Micromax Nepal has officially dropped the price of In Note 1 smartphone. The phone debuted back in March for a starting price of Rs. 20,000. However, it is now available for a price of Rs. 18,990 for the base 4/64GB variant. At this price, the Micromax In Note 1 is easily one of the best phones under 20,000 price tag.

Micromax In Note 1 Overview

Design and Display

Micromax In Note 1 sports a 6.67-inch IPS panel with an FHD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels. The panel features a circular cutout of a 4.6mm diameter that houses the front-facing camera. According to the company, the display supports up to 17 million colors and reaches up to 450 nits of brightness level.

At the back, the phone has a rectangular camera bump to house the quad-camera setup. There is also a fingerprint scanner close to it. Towards the bottom, the company has stamped the “in” branding. The device is available in two color schemes – Green and White.

Performance and Camera

In Note 1 is powered by Helio G85 SoC. The gaming-centric budget gaming chipset from MediaTek features two Cortex A75 cores (@2GHz) paired with six Cortex A55 cores (1.8GHz). Similarly, the graphics are handled by Arm Mali-G52 GPU. The device comes with 4GB of RAM but users can choose between 64GB and 128GB of internal storage. In Note 1 ships with stock Android 10 and Micromax has promised up to two years of upgrades.

Likewise, the phone has a quad-camera setup. The 48MP primary sensor is accompanied by a 5MP wide-angle camera with a 115-degree Field of View. Completing the setup are two 2MP sensors for the macro lens and depth effect, respectively. For selfies, Micromax has included a 16MP selfie camera with a 78-degree FOV.

Rest of the specs

The device gets its juice from a 5000mAh battery, which the company claims can provide up to 960 hours of standby (on a single SIM). Micromax ships the device with an 18W charger in the box. The device also supports reverse charging. For biometrics, there is a physical fingerprint sensor but users can also opt for the face unlock feature. The device supports dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0.

Micromax In Note 1 specifications:

Display: 6.67-inch IPS LCD; FHD+
Chipset: Mediatek Helio G85 (12nm)
CPU: Octa-core (2×2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU: Mali-G52 MC2
Memory: 4+64GB / 4+128GB Storage (expandable)
OS: Android 10
Rear Camera: Quad, 48MP primary lens + 5MP wide-angle + 2MP macro sensor + 2MP depth sensor
Front Camera: 16MP
Security: Fingerprint (rear-mounted), Face Unlock
Battery: 5000mAh; 18W wired charging (USB-C) inside the box
Color options: Green, White
Read our review of the Micromax In Note 1.

Micromax In Note 1 Price in Nepal and Availability

Micromax In Note 1 is now available in Nepal where its price is NPR 18,990 for the 4/64GB and NPR 19,990 for the 4/128GB variant. Previously, the phone was priced at Rs. 19,990 and Rs. 21,490, respectively for the two variants.

Micromax In Note 1	Old Price	New Price
4/64GB (Green)	Rs. 19,990	Rs. 18,990
4/128GB (White)	Rs. 21,490	Rs. 19,990

Also, check out our review of the Micromax In Note 1.[Nepali]

Xiaomi launches Automatic Smart Door Lock Pro with 3D facial recognition

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Xiaomi launches Automatic Smart Door Lock Pro with 3D facial recognition

Xiaomi has unveiled a new Xiaomi Automatic Smart Door Lock Pro in China. The new door lock has an in-built 3D facial recognition system and support for Apple HomeKit. So, let’s walk through the specs, features, availability, and expected price of the Xiaomi Mi Automatic Smart Door Lock Pro in Nepal.

Xiaomi Mi Automatic Smart Door Lock Pro Overview:

Design

The new Xiaomi Automatic Smart Door Lock Pro brings a splendid appearance in the vertical shape. The main body protrudes out a handle and has a horizontally placed dual-camera setup on the top.

When the network goes down, the door lock has a digital touch surface with a 16-button keypad that can be used to unlock the door. Likewise, there’s also an embedded fingerprint sensor. The device is available in a sole color option of black.

Also Read:
- Vertu’s luxury smartphones are officially making their way to Nepal
- Infinix Concept Phone 2021 unveiled with 160W charging, color-changing panel & more

Features

Moving on, the door lock includes two 2.3 MP wide-angle sensors that apply 3D mapping techniques for face recognition. The cameras can be also be used to record the outside world, allowing you to see who is your door. You can even view what is happening outside, thanks to the 172-degree Field of View. You can save the recordings either on a remote host or in cloud storage. The recording stays in the cloud for up to 3 days.

In total, the Xiaomi Automatic Smart Door Lock Pro has up to 7 different unlocking options – fingerprint, randomly generated pin, NFC, Bluetooth, Apple HomeKit, virtual key, and voice unlocking (from the Xiaomi Home app).

Rest of the specs

The system uses 8 AA batteries, with which it obtains a battery life of 12 months. On the other hand, the camera is powered by an independent 5mAh module that guarantees performance for 3-5 months, depending on use.

Xiaomi Automatic Smart Door Lock Pro Specifications:

Body: Rectangular
Touch Surface: Digital, 16-button keyboard
Camera: 2 x 2.3MP wide-angle
Battery: 8 AA cell (door lock) / 5mAh (camera)
Security Modes: 7
Companion Apps: MIJIA app (Android), Apple HomeKit (iOS)

Xiaomi Automatic Smart Door Lock Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

The new Xiaomi Automatic Smart Door Lock Pro has launched in China with an asking price of CNY 2,099. It will go on the first sale on July 6. We expect the price of the Xiaomi Automatic Smart Door Lock Pro to be around NPR 43,000 if and when it launches in Nepal.

Smart Door Lock	Price in China	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Xiaomi Automatic Smart Door Lock Pro	CNY 2,099	NPR 43,000

Meanwhile, check out our review of Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite.

Leak: Samsung x AMD GPU leaves the competition in the dust

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Leak: Samsung x AMD GPU leaves the competition in the dust

There has been a lot of hype around Samsung’s upcoming flagship processor as it is confirmed to feature an AMD graphic solution. According to a leaker, Samsung has already started testing the GPU, and the initial test results look promising.

AMD GPU in Exynos 2200

The latest report comes from Ice Universe, who we know, is very reliable when it comes to Samsung leaks. According to him, Samsung has wrapped up the initial tests on the first RDNA 2 smartphone GPU from AMD.

The screenshots shared in the tweets show the GPU scoring 8568 and 8134 in two instances of the 3D Mark Wild Life test. It also achieved an average frame rate of 52fps and 50fps, on the two tests respectively.

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It is the biggest score ever achieved by a smartphone in that particular benchmark, leaving behind Exynos 2100 and Snapdragon 888. The scores are even better than that of the iPhone 12 Pro Max, which scored 7,442 with its quad-core GPU.

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Has Samsung finalized Exynos 2200?

The answer is probably no. Ice Universe has mentioned that the chipset used in the test is based on Cortex A77 architecture. We expect Samsung to go with newer cores (Cortex X2 and Cortex A77) for the performance cores in the Exynos 2200. Therefore, the chip that AMD GPU is being tested on is not Exynos 2200.

Will Samsung x AMD GPU reign top in 2022?

We cannot dive into this conclusion yet. First, we only have access to the initial GPU performance of the upcoming chipset. The result is impressive, partly because we are comparing it with the present-day solution. The true competitors for Exynos 2200 will be Snapdragon 895 and Bionic A15 and not their predecessors.

For reference, Apple reported a rough improvement of 8.3% GPU boost moving from A13 to A14. Similarly, Snapdragon 888 has a 35% better GPU than its predecessor.

Moreover, we have not yet talked about the M1 chip in the latest iPads. They are at top of the 3D Mark Wildlife test with double the score of the upcoming AMD GPU.

That being said, it should not take away the excitement from the GPU in the Exynos 2200. Samsung has promised AMD RDNA 2 microarchitecture, which we find on the latest gaming consoles. In addition, the GPU will have features like ray tracing and variable rate shading.

Samsung x AMD GPU Launch Date

According to the same leaker, we will get to know about the AMD RDNA 2 GPU on the upcoming Samsung Exynos chip in July. The event was initially planned for June but was later postponed a month later. Since the Note series is canceled this year, the first product with the AMD GPU should launch next year, most probably the Galaxy S22 series.

Meanwhile, check out our gaming review of the Exynos 2100.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 vs Snapdragon 888 Plus: What’s different?

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Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 vs Snapdragon 888 Plus: What’s different?

On the first day of the Mobile World Congress 2021, Qualcomm has announced a mini-refresh to its flagship Snapdragon SoC in the form of Snapdragon 888 Plus. The chipset will power the device in the second half of the year.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Plus Overview:

The new chipset is essentially a rehash of the current Snapdragon 888, with nearly identical architectures and components. It is just that Qualcomm is able to overclock the Prime core once the manufacturing node matures. If you recall, Snapdragon 865 Plus was announced with a minor performance boost against standard 865. The new Snapdragon 888 Plus will go the same path, which means you won’t notice any significant differences when using it.

What’s changed?

At its heart, the Snapdragon 888 Plus chipset is still an octa-core processor with 1+3+4 core structures. That equates to one Cortex X1, three Cortex A78, and four Cortex A55 cores. What has changed is the X1 core’s clock speed, which has been increased from 2.84GHz to 2.995GHz. It is aimed at delivering a 5.2% performance upgrade over the standard Snapdragon 888.

Furthermore, the AI engine’s performance has improved, leading to an increase in throughput from 26 TOPS to 32 TOPS. While utilizing the same Hexagon 780 module, Snapdragon 888 Plus offers 20% higher performance in AI workloads.

This time, Qualcomm hasn’t really upgraded the GPU, as we’ve seen in prior years’ releases of plus variants. It’s probably because the Snapdragon 888 is already using Adreno 660 at extremely high frequencies which is more than enough for most demanding titles. Thus, further increasing frequencies would bring very nominal change.

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Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 vs Snapdragon 888 Plus

SoC	Snapdragon 888+	Snapdragon 888
CPU	1x Cortex-X1@ 2.995GHz 3x Cortex-A78 @ 2.42GHz 4x Cortex-A55 @ 1.80GHz	1x Cortex-X1 @ 2.84GHz 3x Cortex-A78 @ 2.42GHz 4x Cortex-A55 @ 1.80GHz
GPU	Adreno 660 @ 840MHz
AI Engine	Hexagon 780 (32 TOPS AI)	Hexagon 780 (26 TOPS AI)
Display	4K @ 60 Hz, QHD+ @ 144 Hz (on-device) / 4K @ 60 Hz (external) 10-bit color, HDR10+
Memory	LPDDR5 up to 3200MHz Up to 16GB RAM
ISP	14-bit Spectra 580 ISP
Camera	Single – 200MP Dual – 64 + 25MP Triple – 28MP 4K video at 120fps 8K at 30fps
Codec	Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG, H.264 (AVC), H.265 (HEVC), VP8, VP9
Modem	Snapdragon X60 (integrated) 5G NR Sub-6 + mmWave DL = 7500 Mbps UL = 3000 Mbps
Connectivity	Qualcomm FastConnect 6900 Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 5, 802.11a/b/g, 802.11n Bluetooth 5.2 USB 3.1
Process	5nm (Samsung)

Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Plus Availability

Asus, Xiaomi, Motorola, Vivo, and Honor are all working on a Snapdragon 888 Plus phone that will be released in the third quarter of this year. So we’ll have to wait and see how this new chipset improves the device’s performance.

Chipset	Availability
Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Plus	Q3, 2021

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Exynos 2100.

Lenovo introduces Yoga Tab 13 with a built-in kickstand and Micro HDMI port

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Lenovo introduces Yoga Tab 13 with a built-in kickstand and Micro HDMI port

Lenovo has unveiled its new Yoga Tab 13 for the global market that goes by the name Yoga Pad Pro 13” in China. The tab doubles as a second monitor, thanks to the built-in Micro HDMI port. So, let’s dig in to know the specs, features, availability, and expected price of Lenovo Yoga Tab 13 in Nepal.

Lenovo Yoga Tab 13 Overview:

Design and Display

The design is the most premium aspect of the Yoga Tab 13. It has a solid stainless steel rear kickstand attached to the tab that can rotate 180 degrees. That means either you stand it up or hang it from a wall, everything works perfectly here. Likewise, the body is partially made from Alcantara-clad, which adds to its premium-ness.

As the name suggests, the device flaunts a 13-inch LTPS display with a resolution of 2160 x 1350. Further, the panel has a 16:10 aspect ratio, 400 nits peak brightness, 100% sRGB color-space, Dolby Vision, and a TÜV Eye Care certification.

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Performance

Powering the tablet is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 chipset. The graphics work is handled by integrated Adreno 650 GPU. In terms of memory and storage, the Yoga Tab 13 comes equipped with 8GB of LPDDR5 memory and up to 128GB of storage. Lenovo claims the battery of Yoga Tab 13 can last up to 12 hours. On the software front, it ships with Android 11 out-of-the-box.

Rest of the specs

Lenovo has fitted Yoga Tab with possibly the best enterprise feature – the Micro HDMI port. Now, users can use it to connect the tab to their PC and consoles and use it as an external display. As far as the cameras are concerned, it features an 8MP camera with a TOF lens. The tab has a Face Unlock feature because of the latter. It also supports Lenovo’s Precision Pen 2, which lets users draw or take notes while it’s propped up.

Moreover, the wireless connectivity options include Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2. It has a USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 port for charging and connecting compatible accessories. In terms of audio, it has a quad-speaker setup with Dolby Atmos.

Lenovo Yoga Tab 13 Specifications:

Dimension (H x W x D): 6.2 – 24.9 x 293.35 x 203.98 mm; 803gm
Display: 13″ LTPS, 400 nits, 60Hz refresh rate, 100% sRGB, Dolby Vision, 10-point touchscreen
Pen: Lenovo Precision Pen 2
Resolution: WQXGA (2160 x 1350 pixels)
Cameras: 8MP RGB + TOF
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 870
RAM: 8GB LPPDR5 RAM, 128GB storage
Audio: Quad-speaker, Dolby Atmos
OS: Android 11
Biometrics: Face Unlock
Battery: 12 hours
Connectivity: WiFi 6 802.11AX (2 x 2), Bluetooth 5.2
Ports: Micro-HDMI with HDCP 1.4, USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Colors: Shadow Black

Lenovo Yoga Tab 13 Price in Nepal and Availability

The Lenovo Yoga Tab 13 will go on sale in the US starting July with a starting price of $680. If and when the Lenovo Yoga Tab 13 is launched in Nepal, we expect its price to be around NPR 85,000.

Tablet	Price in the US	Price in Nepal (Expected)
Lenovo Yoga Tab 13	USD 680	NPR 85,000

Meanwhile, check out our review of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 (2021).

Here’s the first look at Google-based Samsung Galaxy One UI Watch

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Here’s the first look at Google-based Samsung Galaxy One UI Watch

Samsung has just unveiled the smartwatch interface that will replace Tizen OS in its Galaxy Watch lineup. The South Korean firm is calling it One UI Watch. As you may have guessed, it resembles Samsung’s One UI smartphone UI visually. We will be discussing everything Samsung unveiled about the new OS at the WMC 2021.

Samsung One UI Watch

The new One UI Watch was somewhat expected after Google confirmed that the two companies were working on a unified smartwatch platform. The merger between Samsung’s Tizen OS and Google’s Wear OS is yet to receive an official name, but people are already referring to it simply as Wear.

The One UI Watch is the first UI to be based on the “Wear.” With it, Samsung promises improved performance, an enriched smartphone-watch experience, and a wider range of apps.

Look and Feel

To start off, the One UI Watch inherits visual cues from its smartphone counterpart. At the event, Samsung let us a sneak peek at the UI’s settings layout, which is based on One UI (smartphone).

Samsung will also roll out its Watch face design tool to Android developers later this year. It will add more customization options.

Google Play Integration

Users will also be able to download apps directly from the Play Store. Google apps such as Maps, YouTube Music, and Message will be readily available. In addition, third-party app developers for One UI Watch can now integrate features directly from Google Play. Popular apps like Smart Caddie, Adidas Running, Calm, and others will also be available for One UI Watch users.

Part of Galaxy Ecosystem

What’s more, the One UI Watch can seamlessly synchronize with your smartphone. Thanks to the Android integration, the One UI Watch will automatically download a compatible version (if it exists) when you download an app on your phone. Similarly, One UI Watch will be able to display time on different time zones based on what you have on your phone. In addition, you can now block a number from the watch, and it will automatically synchronize across all your Galaxy smartphones.

Samsung One UI Watch Availability

Samsung has also confirmed that One UI Watch will debut on the next Galaxy Watch. According to the rumors, Samsung will launch Galaxy Watch 4 (previously referred to as Galaxy Watch Active 4) in August.

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3.

Kathmandu Metropolitan proposes free parking facility for electric vehicles in the valley

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Kathmandu Metropolitan proposes free parking facility for electric vehicles in the valley

The Kathmandu Metropolitan has proposed with free parking facility for electric vehicles throughout the city. If accepted, the policy will be taken into effect from the coming fiscal year, that is 2078/79. It will aid in the promotion of electric vehicles in the valley.

Free parking for electric vehicles in Kathmandu:

The announcement of the Nepal Government’s budget for the forthcoming fiscal year has greatly benefited the EV industry. The substantial shift in the taxing structure has given enough optimism to the people. In addition, the recent programs put forward by the local government raise our hopes for the expansion of EVs in Nepal.

Plans

The Mayor of Kathmandu, Vidhya Sundar Shakya, presented the policy and program for the fiscal year 2078/79 which includes a 100 percent discount for electric vehicle parking in the valley. Similarly, the metropolis has also put forward a program to build charging stations in collaboration with the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA).

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The metropolitan has been charging parking fees at designated places of New Road, Dharmapath, Kantipath, Durbar Marg, and public roads of Tripureshwor, Ratna Park, Bhotahiti, Keshar Mahal, and Lainchaur. Further, the fee for two-wheelers and four-wheelers parking is Rs. 25 and Rs. 80 per hour, respectively. However, after the implementation of the free parking policy, no charges will be levied on electric vehicles.

Ease of Business Tax

Moreover, Dr. Shivraj Adhikari, the Head of the Revenue Department, stated that electric vehicle-related businesses will be exempted from paying business taxes for the upcoming fiscal year.

According to him, there are around ten similar firms in the municipality. They have been paying business taxes ranging from Rs 30,000 to Rs 50,000 each year. Furthermore, many small business owners are only now beginning to register their companies. And, the new tax policy will offer encouragement for them to engage in such initiatives.

Meanwhile, check out our initial impressions of the Samsung Galaxy M32.

Infinix Concept Phone 2021 unveiled with 160W charging, color-changing panel & more

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Infinix Concept Phone 2021 unveiled with 160W charging, color-changing panel & more

Over the past few weeks, we have been hearing of Infinix’s next big project in bits and pieces. First, the 160W charger leaked, and then came the renders of a premium-looking phone. Yesterday, Infinix took the stage at the World Mobile Congress to unveil the Concept Phone 2021.

Infinix Concept Phone 2021 Overview:

160W Wired Charging

Let’s start with the charging first. The 160W charging in the Infinix Concept Phone 2021 is the fastest we have ever seen in a smartphone. It can charge the phone from 0 to 100% in just 10 minutes.

Currently, commercial phones max out at 120W (iQOO 7 Chinese Variant and Mi 10 Ultra). While Xiaomi and Oppo have demoed even faster solutions, they are yet to be implemented in an actual phone.

Working Mechanism

Infinix Concept Phone 2021 uses an 8C battery, which has 18% less resistance than a 6C battery. The higher “C” number also enables it to charge and discharge at a higher rate.

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The charger, on the other hand, uses Gallium Nitrate (GaN) and Silicon Carbide (SiC). These material choices help manufacture compact adapters with high efficiency.

The Super Charge Pump, which converts voltage from the charging port to the device, boasts an efficiency of 98.6%.

Safety Mechanism

The lower-resistance battery and the higher-efficiency pump should reduce heat to an extent. Still, Infinix has included 20 temperature sensors to keep it in check. If it goes over 40˚ Celsius, the phone security mechanism kicks in. And there are 60 of them in place.

In addition, the phone supports 50W wireless charging.

Color-Changing Design

People have also talked a lot about the phone’s design, and rightly so. It’s nothing we have seen prior in an Infinix phone. Infinix Concept Phone 2021 has a 6.67-inch AMOLED panel with 88˚curvature at the side. This curvature leaves no room for the side buttons.

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At the back, the phone has a massive “NOW” branding that almost covers the entire rear panel. If you think this is ludicrous, wait till you see it shift color.

It does so with the application of electrochromic material, which changes its appearance based on the exposure to current. Brands like Vivo and Oppo have demoed similar technology in the past. Even OnePlus used it to hide cameras on Concept One.

The cherry on the top is the “O,” which changes color to notify you of notifications. In addition, it glows when the charger is plugged in.

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Rest of the Features

The rectangular camera module on the back setup encloses a triple camera setup. The 64MP primary sensor is huge and protrudes further from the module. You can notice the rectangular periscope sensor towards the bottom left. It supports digital magnification of up to 60X. The third sensor is an 8MP ultrawide sensor. On the front, there is a 32MP selfie shooter.

Powering the phone is Helio G95, which looks out of place given the rest of the specs. It runs Android 11 out-of-the-box.

Infinix Concept Phone 2021 has a single speaker grille at the bottom. It is placed together with a Type-C port, SIM card slot, and a microphone.

Infinix Concept Phone 2021 Specifications:

Display: 6.67-inches FHD+ AMOLED panel, 88˚ curvature
Chipset: MediaTek Helio G95 (12nm)
GPU: Arm Mali-G76 MC4
Software & UI: XOS on top of Android 11
Rear Camera: Triple (64MP main, 8MP ultrawide, 8MP periscope lens)
Front Camera: 32MP sensor (punch-hole)
Battery: 4,000mAh with 16W fast charging, 50W wireless charging

Infinix Concept Phone 2021 Availability

As indicated in its moniker, Infinix Concept Phone 2021 is a concept phone. Thus, it’s unlikely that it will ever hit the market.

Brands often do this to offer a preview of what they are capable of. It is also a means to extend goodwill among customers and news media. Mi Mix Alpha, Oppo X 2021, and OnePlus Concept One are some popular examples of concept phones.

What do you think of Infinix? Will you even consider buying flagship smartphones from brands like Infinix? Do let us know your opinion in the comments section.

Meanwhile, check out our review of Infinix Zero 8.