If things go as planned, two of the leading digital TV service providers of Nepal will soon be working under a single brand. Executives of Dish Home and Prabhu TV are in talks with each other over the possible merger of the two companies.
Dish Home and Prabhu TV Plans for Merger
Dish Home is the first Direct-To-Home (DTH) TV service provider in the country. Similarly, Prabhu TV was the first to bring wireless terrestrial TV (DVB-T2) facility in Nepal. Both companies have expanded their service to include internet facilities as well. Dish Home is providing internet facilities to a limited region in the Kathmandu Valley under the Dish Home Fibernet name. Similarly, Prabhu TV has been offering internet service as well.
As per the report, the merger will allow the resulting company to provide TV and internet service under a single brand. Two companies share some common investors, promoters and thus the merger has been regarded as the way forward for the two companies.
TV service providers have been struggling to keep up with the major ISPs that bundle TV services with their internet plans. Similarly, people have also started to turn towards OTT platforms like Netflix which has affected their revenue over the years. Not to forget, TV operators have been complaining about the recently implemented Clean Feed policy too.
In such circumstances, it’s difficult for the companies to grow alone. That’s especially true for Prabhu TV which is relatively younger and has a narrower customer base than Dish Home. With the two companies going for a merger, there will be one less competitor in the market. The resulting company will have a wider customer base and more resources to compete against ISPs and other providers.
According to the sources, the talks of the merger have already advanced and now is in the final stage.
Meanwhile, check out our comparisons between the top TV operators in Nepal.
Apple’s Tile alternative, the AirTag has been a long time coming. In fact, its design was leaked almost a year ago. Designed to let you track your everyday objects with ease, the AirTag joins the likes of Samsung’s SmartTag. Allow me to discuss the Apple AirTag in more detail including its features, specs, expected price in Nepal, etc.
Apple AirTag Overview:
Design
The AirTag comes in a minimalistic circular design with stainless steel build and the Apple logo etched into it. And like other Apple accessories, you can really make it your own by engraving the AirTag with text (4 characters max) or the available emojis. It’s free, of course. Furthermore, it is IP67 dust and water-resistant as well so you don’t need to worry about getting it wet either.
At just 11 grams, the AirTag is incredibly lightweight. In fact, it is lighter than Samsung’s SmartTag which weighs around 13 grams. As expected, this thing is battery-operated and takes a CR2032 coin cell battery. With everyday use, Apple says its battery can last over a year. Nice. And when needed, replacing it is quite simple too. Press it, twist it, release it. You can attact AirTag to a key ring, loops or if you feel like a daredevil, skip them all.
Tracking
Now let’s get to the more interesting stuff. The first step in using the AirTag includes setup which is as simple as bringing it close to your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch. You can also name it depending on what object you’ve attached it to. It is embedded into Apple’s existing “Find My” network and you can view the status of your AirTag in the Find My app itself. It will show you the last known/current location of the device.
In case the lost/misplaced item is within the Bluetooth range, you can use the app to ring the AirTag or simply ask Siri to do so. This will trigger the AirTag to play a sound. On the contrary, when you’ve lost a device that’s particularly far away, the Find My network comes to the rescue.
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Pairing
Find My app
Tracking
Under this, the lost AirTag relays Bluetooth signals which are picked up by Apple devices in the network. And if you place your AirTag in “Lose Mode”, then you’ll also get a notification as soon as the device comes within your range or if it’s found in the Find My network.
A good samaritan is also able to use their iPhone or other NFC-capable devices and tap the AirTag. This will then take them to a website that will display the owner’s contact number, provided that you’ve enabled it beforehand.
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Precision Finding
Nearby Detection
Notification
AirTag also uses Ultra Wideband (UWB) technology to enable a feature Apple calls “Precision Finding”. Unfortunately, this currently works only with the iPhone 11 and 12 series. As the name dictates, this feature is designed to give you the precise location of your AirTag-embedded object. According to Apple, it uses data from the camera, ARKit, accelerometer, and gyroscope to accurately guide you to the AirTag.
Privacy
Amidst all the location tracking, Apple ensures the utmost privacy and security built into the AirTag. Here, every data transfer in the Find My network is end-to-end encrypted, meaning even Apple won’t be aware of your device’s identity or location. You will also get an alert if someone else’s AirTag is within your vicinity. However, this action is only triggered if the original owner of the said AirTag has placed it in Lost Mode.
Compatibility: iPhone and iPod Touch with iOS 14.5 or later, iPad with iPadOS 14.5 or later
Apple AirTag Price in Nepal & Availability
It’s available in either a single pack or a pack of four that cost $29 and $99, respectively. A single Apple AirTag is available in Nepal at the price of NPR 5,500 through its official distributors, while a pack of four will charge you NPR 18,000.
Object Tracker
Price in the US
Price in Nepal (Official)
Apple AirTag (1 pack)
$29
NPR 5,500
Apple AirTag (4 pack)
$99
NPR 18,000
Meanwhile, check out our review of the iPhone 12 Pro Max.
Amazon has experimented with brick-and-mortar stores multiple times. The latest one being a hair salon in London. Yes, you read that right. Amazon Salon will be integrating technologies like AR (Augmented Reality) into hairstyle services.
Amazon Salon Overview:
The Amazon Salon is set over two floors on Brushfield Street in London’s Spitalfields. It expands over more than 1,500 sq. ft of physical space.
Customers at the salon will be able to experiment with different hair colors without even trying them on physically. As mentioned earlier, this will use augmented reality and virtual colors. Similarly, each styling station has a Fire tablet and a dedicated creative area for users to capture their new look.
There is a screen between any two styling stations. Similarly, customers will have to wear face coverings. Amazon says that every piece of equipment will be sanitized once used.
Moreover, the Amazon Salon will also feature new point-and-learn technology. Here, products will be on display on the shelf. Users can simply point at the desired product and retrieve key information on their screen. The key information includes the product’s brand and educational videos. Users can even scan the QR code of the items and have them delivered to their homes.
Amazon Salon Technologies
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Elena Lavagni and her team head the hair care and styling services at the Amazon Salon. Elena is the owner of the Neville Hair & Beauty Salon which has been in operation for the past 20 years. With the team, the salon will be offering a full range of hairdressing services for both adults and children.
As of now, it is only open for Amazon employees. The company will soon announce bookings for the general public as well. Amazon says that there is no plan to open such salons in other locations for now.
Meanwhile, check out our review of MSI Prestige 14 Evo.
After all the leaks, Fitbit has finally announced its latest fitness tracker. The new Fitbit Luxe is a fitness tracker for fashion-conscious people. In this post, we will be taking a look at the specs, features, expected price, and availability of Fitbit Luxe in Nepal.
Fitbit Luxe Overview:
Design and Display
Here, the Fitbit Luxe is made from stainless steel using a metal injection molding process which is a technique used in manufacturing jewelry. It is available in three color options – Graphite, Platinum, and Soft Gold. The last two come with a premium-looking mirror finish. The tracker has a silicone band but you can easily swap it with something of your taste.
The tracker features an AMOLED panel which is the sole control method, meaning there is no button of any kind here. One can choose between varieties of clock faces. Similarly, the display supports automatic brightness adjustment.
Backed by Fitbit’s PurePulse technology, the Luxe supports 24/7 continuous heart rate tracking and SpO2 monitoring. It can even give insight into Active Zone Minutes (AZM), Cardio Fitness Score, Breathing Rate, and Heart Rate variability. It can also track your sleep, giving you a Sleep Score depending upon the quality of your sleep. The Fitbit Luxe also comes with a bunch of Stress management tools which include breathing guides, meditations, yoga, and more.
This fitness band can track up to 20 different exercise modes. It also supports automatic exercise detection so you won’t always have to activate them manually. The tracker is water-resistant up to a depth of 50m and thus can be used to track swimming.
Fitbit claims up to five days of battery life on the Luxe on a single charge. There is also a Special Edition of the Fitbit Luxe which comes with a stainless steel Parker Link Bracelet made by gorjana which is a Laguna Beach-based jewelry brand. You can even experiment with a wide variety of accessories.
Fitbit Luxe Price in Nepal and Availability
Fitbit Luxe is already available for pre-order in the US for $149.95. The Special Edition is a little pricier at $199.95. We can expect the price of Fitbit Luxe to start at NPR 22,000 if and when it launches in Nepal.
Fitbit Luxe
Price in the US
Price in Nepal (Expected)
Standard
$129.95
NPR 22,000
Special Edition
$199.95
NPR 30,000
Meanwhile, check out our review of the Fitbit Versa 3.
A new Samsung device has been spotted in the Google Play Console listing. The device in focus is the Samsung Galaxy Jump which is to be announced soon. However, all the details that have surfaced so far point to the phone being a rebrand of the Galaxy A32 5G that went official some months ago. In this post, we will be taking a look at all the rumors and leaks surrounding the specs, features, and availability of the Samsung Galaxy Jump.
Samsung Galaxy Jump Rumors Roundup:
The device was spotted in the Google Play Console listing by popular Indian leakster Mukul Sharma. The listing reveals the model number of the device to be SM-A326K. This information aligns with the previous listing of the phone on Bluetooth SIG certification.
To recall, the Galaxy A32 5G‘s model number was SM-A326B. The “K” in the model number of the upcoming Galaxy Jump could mean that it’s a special variant of the device meant for the South Korean market.
The recent listing reveals that the phone will be powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 720 5G chipset. It will run Android 11 out-of-the-box with Samsung’s One UI 3.1 on top. The listing also reveals 6GB of RAM on board but we expect there to be an 8GB variant as well. Other specs revealed by the listings are HD+ screen, waterdrop notch, and Bluetooth 5.0.
If Galaxy Jump indeed turns out to be a rebranded A32 5G, it will have a quad-camera setup consisting of a 48MP primary, an 8MP ultrawide, a 5MP macro, and a 2MP depth sensor. It will also feature a 5,000mAh battery with support for 15W fast charging. There will be a side-mounted fingerprint scanner for biometrics.
The Moto G60 is the more premium of the two devices Motorola announced in India today, with the other being the Moto G40 Fusion. In this post, we will be taking a look at the specs, features, expected price, and availability of the Motorola Moto G60 in Nepal.
Motorola Moto G60 Overview:
Design and Display
Like G40 Fusion, the Moto G60 features a 6.8-inch Max Vision display based on IPS technology. It sports an FHD+ resolution of 1080 x 2460 resolution that results in a 20.5:9 aspect ratio and pixel density of 396 PPI. Plus, this screen has support for a 120Hz refresh rate and HDR10 content too.
Being a budget phone that it is, the Moto G60 has a plastic body. Motorola has opted for a water repellent design although the phone lacks a proper IP certification. The phone weighs around 225 grams and is available in two color options – Dynamic Gray and Frosted Champagne.
The phone is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G. It is available in a single memory configuration of 6+128GB. Users can expand the internal storage up to 1TB using the hybrid card slot. The phone ships with My UX based on Android 11 out-of-the-box. Motorola has also included ThinkShield for Mobile to safeguard the device.
Camera
The rear camera is headlined by the 108MP primary sensor. It is accompanied by an 8MP ultrawide camera that also doubles as a macro lens. The third in the list is a 2MP depth sensor. For the selfies, there is a 32MP shooter at the front of the device.
Rest of the specs
Fueling the device is a massive 6,000mAh battery with a claimed battery backup of up to 54 hours on a single charge. The phone has support for TurboPower 20 (20W) as well as Qualcomm Quick Charge 4.0 via the Type-C port. Moto G60 has a bottom-firing single speaker and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Extra: Water repellant body, Google Assistant Button, ThinkShield for Mobile
Battery: 6000mAh with 20W TurboPower & QC 4.0
Motorola Moto G60 Price in Nepal & Availability
Motorola Moto G60 will go on sale in India starting 27thApril where its price is INR 17,999. We expect the price of the Motorola Moto G60 in Nepal to be around NPR 31,000 when it launches here.
Moto G60
Price in India
Price in Nepal (Expected)
6/128GB
INR 17,999
NPR 31,000
Meanwhile, check out our review of the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max.
Motorola has launched a couple of new mid-range devices under the G series in India. In this post, we will be taking a look at the specs, features, expected price, and availability of the new Motorola Moto G40 Fusion in Nepal.
Motorola Moto G40 Fusion Overview:
Design and Display
Moto G40 Fusion features a 6.8-inch Max Vision LCD screen based on IPS technology. This FHD+ display has a pixel density of 396 PPI and a 20.5:9 aspect ratio. More importantly, it supports a 120Hz refresh rate and HDR10 content.
At the back, the phone’s rear panel is made up of plastic. Moto G40 has a water repellent design and weighs around 225 grams. The phone is available in two color options – Dynamic Gray and Frosted Champagne.
It is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G that we also get to see in the popular Redmi Note 10 Pro series. Moto G40 is available in 4GB and 6GB RAM variants. Similarly, users can also choose between 64GB and 128GB of expandable internal storage.
On the software front, the phone ships with Motorola’s My UX based on Android 11 out-of-the-box. The phone features ThinkShield for Mobile which is a collection of business-grade security solutions developed for smartphones.
Camera
The rear camera setup consists of a 64MP primary camera with quad-pixel technology. It is accompanied by an ultrawide sensor with a 118˚ Field of View. It also doubles as a macro sensor with a 2.5cm focus distance. Lastly, there is a 2MP sensor for depth information. For selfies, there is a 16MP shooter at the front of the device.
Rest of the specs
Fueling the device is a massive 6,000mAh battery which the company claims will provide a battery life of up to 54 hours on a single charge. It also has a Type-C port for data transfer/charging. Here, Moto G40 supports TurboPower 20 (20W) as well as Qualcomm Quick Charge 4.0. In terms of audio, it has a bottom-firing single speaker setup and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Motorola Moto G40 Fusion Price in Nepal & Availability
Motorola Moto G40 Fusion will go on sale in India starting 1st May where its price is INR 13,999 and INR 15,999 for the 4/64GB and 6/128GB variant, respectively. We can expect the price of the Motorola Moto G40 Fusion in Nepal to start around NPR 24,000 when it launches here.
Moto G40 Fusion
Price in India
Price in Nepal (Expected)
4/64GB
INR 13,999
NPR 24,000
6/128GB
INR 15,999
NPR 27,500
Check out our comparison between Galaxy A52 & Redmi Note 10 Pro Max.
The BenQ GV1 is a portable projector with a trendy design. The vast majority of portable projectors are flat slabs. But, this one’s actually a mini-tower that resembles a Bluetooth speaker. Despite this, it is genuinely compact, lightweight, battery-powered, and completely wireless. So, without further ado, here are the specifications, price, and availability of the BenQ GV1 in Nepal.
BenQ GV1 Overview:
Design
The BenQ GV1 measures just 155 x 80 x 80mm and weights 708gm. It is very lightweight and small enough to fit into any bag. The upper portion of the device can be tilted up 15-degrees to align the image comfortably on your screen. Moreover, its “auto keystone” feature ensures that the projection stays aligned every time.
I was initially perplexed by the bottom-half speakers. Yes, it has a Bluetooth speaker in the lower half and a projector in the upper half. The speaker boasts an audio output of 5W. Moreover, there are buttons on the top to turn on the projector, volume up/down, and a control switch for switching between projection and speaker modes. The focus key is located on the right side of the projector.
In terms of connectivity, there is a power input as well as a USB-C port that allows you to connect the laptop with USB-C video out capabilities. However, it lacks an HDMI port. Furthermore, a remote control is also included in the package. If you prefer controlling it via your Android/iOS device, you can use the BenQ Smart Control app. The projector runs a customized version of Android which needs only a few steps to set up.
Projection
It can project a picture as large as 100 inches. While it only has a 480p resolution and a brightness of 200 lumens, it does allow Full HD playback. The battery life is claimed to be three hours, which should be sufficient for most movies. Besides that, it can project over 16.7 million colors.
BenQ GV1 Specifications:
Device
BenQ GV 1
Number of pixels
854 x 480 pixels
Native Resolution
480p WVGA (854 x 480 pixels)
Technology
DLP 3430
Display Color
16.78 Million Colors (8-Bit)
Screen size
30″- 100″
Brightness
200 Lumens
Dynamic contrast
100,000:1
Dimensions
80 x 155 x 80 mm
Weight
708g
BenQ GV1 Price in Nepal and Availability
The BenQ GV1 portable projector is now available in Nepal at a price tag of NPR 62,000. You can buy BenQ GV1 portable projector in Nepal at Zozo Hub.
About a week ago, Apple officially confirmed the “Spring Loaded” event. This came hours after it was found that Siri was leaking the information. Judas! With just a day between us and the event, let’s take a look at all the new products that Apple could announce at this event.
What to expect from the Apple Spring Loaded event?
AirTags
Let’s start with the AirTags. It is going to be a tiny round object with a Tile-like location tracker functionality. The design of AirTags has already been leaked a year ago courtesy of popular leaker Jon Prosser. According to him, it is a circular tracker size of a “bottle cap” that will require a third-party key chain to attach to the object that is being tracked.
In addition to Bluetooth, AirTags will also make use of Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology for object tracking. For context, all of the latest iPhone and the Apple Watches all come with a U1 chip (except the Watch SE). AirTags should work on the same principle as Samsung’s Galaxy SmartTag+.
AirPods 3
Like the AirTags, there are plenty of leaks out there about the third generation of AirPods. This year’s AirPods will look more like the Pro model. It will also come with silicone ear tips. The case will have rounded edges with an LED indicator on the front. It is also said to support wireless charging.
In terms of features, the AirPods 3 is said to be powered by an Apple H2 chip. It will have support for Spatial Audio but won’t feature Active Noise Cancellation (ANC).
IPad Pro and Apple Pencil 3
Next is the 2021 model of the iPad Pro. According to the rumors, Apple will be unveiling both the 11-inch and 12.9-inch models of the Apple iPad Pro 2021 at the Spring Loaded event tomorrow. The premium model might come with a Mini LED display panel. If that’s the case, it will be the first-of-its-kind in the lineup. The use of a Mini LED panel will make the display brighter and enable a better contrast ratio.
Last month, Bloomberg reported that the new iPad Pros will look exactly the same as their predecessor but will come with a better processor and improved camera. The processor on them is said to be on par with Apple’s M1 chip. There have also been talks of Apple using Thunderbolt connectors instead of the usual Type-C ports on the latest iPad Pros.
Moreover, the rumors of some new accessories to go with the new iPad Pros are pretty exciting too. The most notable one will be the Apple Pencil. The third iteration of the accessories will come with a new tip. From the looks of it, Apple seems to have ditched the matte finish on its predecessor for a glossy one.
iMac 2021
Apple could also launch new iMacs in the event. The upcoming all-in-one desktop will mark the switch from Intel processors to Apple Silicon. It will also be the first time the lineup will have gone through a visual re-design since 2012. According to the rumors, the new iMacs will feature a flat rear panel. On the front, Apple is getting rid of the metal chin. Similarly, the bezels will also be slimmer. As per a tweet by @L0vetodream, it might be available in multiple color options as foreshadowed by the colors in the logo for the Spring Loaded event.
So, are you excited about the Apple Spring Loaded event? Let us know what products are you looking forward to in the comment section below.
Meanwhile, check out our long-term review of the iPhone 12.
When it comes to new launches, Samsung is relentless. We recently covered the upcoming Galaxy S21 FE and Galaxy Z Fold 3 from the company. And now, a “Lite” version of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 from last year has been leaked online.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Lite Rumors Roundup:
Galaxy S7 Lite’s renders were first leaked by Evan Blass, a well-known leakster. He released the first clear and high-resolution photograph of the device on Voice. It reveals Tab S7 Lite’s display, dual cameras, and a magnetically attached S Pen at the back. According to previous leaks, the device will have a 12.4-inch (or 12.6-inch) LCD screen, Snapdragon 750G chipset, and 4GB of RAM.
This design is essentially the same as the regular Tab S7, with a button-less approach and a comparatively slim bezel on the front. We can see an antenna line along the top of the design to ensure a strong network connection. Additionally, there are dual microphones, and AKG branding, and a USB-C charging port. Sadly, a headphone port seems to be missing here. The tablet will come with Android 11 and probably with the latest One UI 3.1 skin.
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, Wi-Fi 5, USB-Type-C
Colors: black, green (which may be light green), pink, and silver
Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Lite Launch Date
According to Evan Blass, there is a slim possibility that the Tab S7 Lite will make an appearance at Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event on April 28. However, its actual launch is expected to take place in June 2021.
Additionally, Samsung could also launch the cheaper Tab A7 Lite alongside the Tab S7 Lite. The Galaxy Tab S7 Lite will be available in four different color options: black, green (which may be light green), pink, and silver.
Meanwhile, check out our review of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite.
