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Realme 8 Pro with a 108MP camera launching soon in Nepal

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Yesterday, Relame held an online event to announce the launch of its latest number series. In this post, we will take a look at the specs, features, expected price, and availability of Realme 8 Pro in Nepal.

Realme 8 Pro Overview:

Camera

Let’s start with the biggest highlight of the phone – the 108MP camera. Realme 8 Pro is the first phone from the company to sport a 108MP camera. As a result, this has been the major attraction in Realme’s promotional campaign. Still, a 108MP camera in a midrange device is nothing new. Even the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max has the exact same 108MP Samsung ISOCELL HM2 sensor.

Realme 8 Pro Camera setup

So as to differentiate it from the competition, Realme has worked on the computational photography side of things. Realme 8 Pro will come with a new In-sensor Zoom (3x ultra zoom) technology, second-gen Starry mode, Tilt-shift technology, and more.

The primary camera is accompanied by an 8MP ultra-wide sensor, a 2MP macro lens, and a 2MP monochrome sensor. On the front, there is a 16MP Sony IMX471 sensor for the selfie camera.

Design

Realme 8 Pro features a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED panel. It’s an FHD+ panel with a left-aligned circular-cutout for the selfie camera. The display here is a standard 60Hz panel but comes with a touch sampling rate of 180Hz. Still, it is quite underwhelming given that its direct competition, Redmi Note 10 Pro Max offers a 120Hz screen with a 240Hz touch sampling rate for a slightly higher price. However, you do get an in-display fingerprint scanner.

Realme 8 Pro Design

The phone comes with a polycarbonate build. Its rear panel is made using an anti-glare crystal process that gives it the textured-matte finish. The phone comes in three color options – Infinite Blue, Infinite Black, and a limited edition Illuminating Yellow. The “Dare to Leap” slogan on the latter glows in the dark, hence the name.

Performance and Memory

For some reason, Realme has decided not to upgrade the processor here. The Realme 8 Pro packs the same Snapdragon 720G that powered its predecessor. Users can choose between 6GB and 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM but the internal storage remains the same at 128GB (UFS 2.1). The phone ships with Realme UI 2.0 based on Android 11 out-of-the-box.

Rest of the specs

Fueling the device is a 4,500mAh battery. The charging speed has been reduced from 65W to 50W on the 8 Pro. Still, the company is shipping it with a 65W charger. The phone comes with a triple card slot. There is support for dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0.

Realme 8 Pro Specifications:

  • Dimension: 160.6 x 73.9 x 8.1mm, 176g
  • Display: 6.4-inch Super AMOLED Display, 180Hz touch sampling rate, 90.8% screen to body ratio
  • Resolution: FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 409PPI
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G (8nm)
  • CPU:Octa-core (2x 2.3Ghz Cortex-A76 + 6x 1.8Ghz Cortex-A55 )
  • GPU: Adreno 618
  • Memory: 6/8GB LPDDR4x RAM, 128GB UFS 2.1 storage (expandable)
  • Software & UI: Realme UI 2.0 on top of Android 11
  • Rear Camera: Quad – 108MP Samsung HM2 primary, 8MP ultra-wide-angle, 2MP BnW, 2MP Macro
  • Front Camera: 16MP Sony IMX471 lens (punch-hole)
  • Security: Optical fingerprint sensor (in-display)
  • Audio: Hi-Res Audio, 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4GHz, 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.0, GPS / AGPS / Beidou / Glonass, Type-C
  • Battery: 4500mAh with 50W charging (65W charger in the box)

Realme 8 Pro Price in Nepal & Availability

Realme 8 Pro will go on sale in India starting 25th March where its price starts at INR 17,999, making it cheaper than the 7 Pro. We expect the price of Realme 8 Pro in Nepal to start at NPR 32,000 when it launches here shortly.

Realme 8 Pro Price in India Price in Nepal (Expected)
6/128GB INR 17,999 NPR 32,000
8/128GB INR 19,999 NPR 35,000
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Realme X7.

Poco X3 gets a price cut in Nepal: New Poco phone incoming?

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Poco X3 and the Poco X3 NFC are still some of the best phones under Rs. 35,000 in Nepal. It packs in great specs and is targeted towards mobile gamers. However, with the release of the new Redmi Note 10 series and the Poco X3 Pro just around the corner, Poco Nepal has officially slashed the price of the Poco X3 by Rs. 2000. 

Poco X3/ Poco X3 NFC Overview:

Starting things off, the device is pretty huge. It sports a 6.67-inch IPS LCD screen with FHD+ resolution. Furthermore, it has a 120Hz refresh rate with DynamicSwitch feature, HDR10, and a 240Hz sampling rate. The DynamicSwitch feature automatically changes the refresh rate depending upon the type of task that you are doing. However, since the Redmi Note 10 Pro and Pro Max is launching in Nepal very soon with a Super AMOLED 120Hz display, this one is definitely a downgrade.

POCO X3 - Display [1]

The screen has a punch-hole in the middle to house the 20MP primary camera. And the display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5. Similarly, the rear features a quad-camera array. It includes a 64MP Sony IMX682 primary lens, a 13MP ultra-wide sensor, a 2MP depth sensor, and a 2MP macro lens. Moreover, the phone is also IP53 dust and water-resistant.

Snapdragon 732G

Poco X3 NFC runs on the Snapdragon 732G processor, and it is the first smartphone ever to use this SoC. And it has the Adreno 618 Elite Gaming GPU. In terms of memory, the phone comes with 6 or 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM and either 64 or 128GB of internal storage. However, only the 128GB storage variant is available in Nepal.

POCO X3 Review

As the device is geared towards mobile gamers, it has tons of features to enhance the gaming experience. It comes with liquid cooling, an enlarged layer of copper heat pipe for heat reduction, Game Turbo 3.0, and a Z-axis linear haptic motor. Moreover, the dual stereo speakers are placed to further enhance the gaming experience. And it comes with a self-cleaning feature too.

Powering the Poco X3 NFC is a big 5160mAh battery that supports 33W fast-charging. To note, the Indian variant of the phone (regular Poco X3) comes with an even bigger 6000mAh battery. Plus, you get the 33W fast charger inside the box itself. Poco claims that it can provide 10 hours of gaming and 17 hours of videos. As for connectivity, this 4G LTE device supports WiFi 5 and Bluetooth 5.1.  

Poco X3/ Poco X3 NFC Specifications:

  • Body: 6.51 x 3.02 x 0.37 inches, 215 gm, IP53
  • Display: 6.67-inches IPS LCD panel, 395PPI, 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light certification, Gorilla Glass 5
  • Resolution: FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G (8nm Mobile Platform)
  • CPU: Octa-core (2×2.3 GHz Kryo 470 Gold & 6×1.8 GHz Kryo 470 Silver)
  • GPU: Adreno 618
  • RAM: 6/8GB LPDDR4x
  • Storage: 64/128GB UFS 2.1 (expandable)
  • Software & UI: MIUI 12 for Poco on top of Android 10
  • Rear Camera: Quad-camera;
    – 64MP f/1.89 Sony IMX682 primary sensor
    – 13MP f/2.2 ultra-wide-angle lens
    – 2MP f/2.4 depth sensor
    – 2MP f/2.4 macro lens
    – LED flash
  • Front Camera: 20MP f/2.2 sensor (punch-hole)
  • Security: Physical fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
  • Audio: 3.5mm headphone jack, dual stereo speakers
  • Connectivity: Hybrid Dual-SIM (Nano), WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (dual-band), Bluetooth 5.1, GPS / AGPS / Glonass / Galileo / Beidou, USB Type-C, NFC, 4G LTE
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Ambient Light, Electronic Compass, Linear Motor, IR Blaster
  • Battery: 6000mAh/ 5160mAh (NFC) with 33W fast charging
  • Colors: Shadow Gray, Cobalt Blue

Poco X3 NFC Price in Nepal and Availability

Poco X3 and the Poco NFC is now available in Nepal for the price of Rs.29,999 (previously: Rs. 31,999). To note, this price tag is for the sole 6/128GB memory configuration. Similarly, the 8GB RAM variant of the Poco X3 now costs Rs. 31,999 (previously: Rs. 33,999).

Smartphone Model Old Price in Nepal New Price 
Poco X3 NFC (6/128GB) NPR 31,999 NPR 29,999
Poco X3 (6/128GB) NPR 31,999 NPR 29,999
Poco X3 (8/128GB) NPR 33,999 NPR 31,999
  • Check out our review of Poco X3 (Indian variant) here:
  • Samsung Galaxy M12 goes through a price change in Nepal

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    Samsung Galaxy M12 has gone through a price change, almost a year after its debut in Nepal. Here, we will look at the latest price of the Samsung Galaxy M12 in Nepal, along with the specs, features, and availability.

    Samsung Galaxy M12 Overview:

    Starting with the display, Galaxy M12 has a 6.5-inch Infinity-V PLS LCD screen with a smoother 90Hz panel. It has an aspect ratio of 20:9 and 720p (1600 x 720-pixel) resolution.

    The notch houses the 8MP selfie shooter. Design-wise, the all-metallic back comes with micro motifs and curved edges to provide a better grip.

    The rear camera setup features a quad-camera array. The primary sensor is a 48MP lens. Other sensors include a 5MP ultra-wide lens, a 2MP depth sensor, and a 2MP macro lens.

    Samsung Galaxy M12

    Powering the device is the Exynos 850. It is built on an energy-efficient 8nm architecture but isn’t very powerful with 8x Cortex-A55. The RAM options are 4GB, and 6GB. Similarly, the built-in storage options include 64GB and 128GB. Furthermore, there’s a dedicated microSD slot for memory expansion.

    As for the battery, Galaxy M12 runs on a 6000mAh unit. It is rated to deliver up to 58 hours of talk time on a 4G network. Other features include a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and 15W fast charging.

    Samsung Galaxy M12 Specifications:

    • Dimension: 164 x 75.9 x 9.7mm; 221gm
    • Display: 6.5-inches 90Hz PLS IPS with 1600 x 720-pixel resolution
    • Chipset: Exynos 850
    • RAM: 4GB/6GB
    • Storage: 32GB/64GB/128GB (expandable using SD card)
    • Rear Camera: Quad-camera;
      – 48MP primary shooter
      – 5MP ultra-wide lens
      – 2MP depth sensor
      – 2MP macro sensor
    • Front Camera: 8MP f/2.2
    • Security: Physical fingerprint scanner (side-mounted)
    • Battery: 6000mAh with 15W fast charging

    Samsung Galaxy M12 Price in Nepal  

    The latest price of the Samsung Galaxy M12 in Nepal is Rs. 18,999 for the 4/64GB variant and Rs. 22,999 for the 6/128GB variant. 

    Samsung Galaxy M12 Variant Price in Nepal  
    4/64GB Rs. 18,499 18,999
    6/128GB Rs. 22,499 22,999
    • Check out our review of the Samsung Galaxy M12: 

    Realme C25 with Helio G70, 48MP triple cameras coming soon to Nepal

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    Realme has just launched another device in its budget-oriented C lineup of smartphones. The new Realme C25 features a decent Helio chipset, a massive battery, and ships with Android 11 out-of-the-box. Let’s take a closer look at the specs, features, expected price, and availability of Realme C25 in Nepal.

    Realme C25 Overview:

    Design and Display

    Realme C25 sports a 6.5-inch display with a waterdrop notch for the selfie camera. As with the rest of the C-series smartphones, it’s an LCD panel with an HD+ resolution. The phone is listed with a maximum brightness of 480 nits.

    Realme C25 Design and Display

    At the back, there is a left-aligned camera bump that houses the triple camera setup. There is a vertical stripe that originates from the camera bump. This gives the rear panel a two-tone finish. The phone is available in two color options – Water Blue and Water Grey.

    Performance and Memory

    C25 is powered by the Helio G70 chipset. It’s a gaming-focused chipset from MediaTek that is based on TSMC’s 12nm process. The graphics are handled at Mali-G52. The processor and the GPU make C25 the most powerful C-series phone from Realme in recent times.

    Realme C25 Rear Panel

    The phone comes with 4GB of LPDDR4X RAM and users can choose between 64GB and 128GB of internal storage. Thankfully, Realme C25 ships with the latest Realme UI 2.0 based on Android 11 out-of-the-box.

    Camera

    Talking about the camera, there are four at the back and one on the front. The triple camera setup at the back consists of a 48MP primary camera, accompanied by two additional 2MP sensors for monochrome effect and macro shots. The camera supports features like HDR, Time-lapse, Slo-mo, Expert, and Nightscape.

    On the front, there is an 8MP selfie shooter with Beauty mode, HDR, and Panoramic view. It is capable of recording 720P/30fps videos.

    Rest of the specs

    The phone is fueled by a massive 6,000mAh battery. There is an 18W fast charger included in the box. In terms of connectivity, Realme C25 comes with dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5GHz. Realme has also included a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner for biometrics.

    Realme C25 Battery

     Realme C25 Specifications:

    • Body: 164.5 x 75.9 x 9.6 mm, 209 gm
    • Display: 6.5-inches HD+ IPS LCD panel, 1600 x 720 px (20:9), 480 nits
    • Chipset: MediaTek Helio G70 (12nm mobile platform)
    • CPU: Octa-core (2×2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6×1.7 GHz Cortex-A55)
    • GPU: Mali G52
    • RAM: 4GB LPDDR4X
    • Storage: 64/128GB (expandable)
    • Software & UI: Android 11 with Realme UI 2.0 on top
    • Rear Camera: Triple-camera;
      – 48MP, f/1.8 primary shooter, PDAF
      – 2MP, f/2.4 mono sensor
      – 2MP, f/2.4 macro lens
    • Front Camera: 8MP, f/2.0 aperture
    • Security: Face-unlock, Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)
    • Connectivity: Dual Nano-SIM + MicroSD card, WiFi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS / AGPS / GLONASS / BDS, Type-C, 3.5mm headphone jack
    • Battery: 6000mAh with 18W charging
    • Colors: Water Blue, Water Grey

    Realme C25 Price in Nepal & Availability

    Realme C25 will go on sale in Indonesia starting March 27 at a starting price of IDR 2,299,000. We expect the price of Realme C25 in Nepal to start at NPR 20,000 when it launches shortly.

    Realme C25 Price in Indonesia Price in Nepal (Expected)
    4/64GB IDR 2,299,000 NPR 20,000
    4/128GB TBA
    • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Realme X7.

    Black Shark 4 series blends subtle design with exciting gaming features

    OnePlus 9 series may have made all the headlines but it was not the only anticipated smartphone to launch yesterday. Black Shark launched its latest iteration of high-end gaming smartphones. The newly announced Black Shark 4 and 4 Pro are now available in China with the latest hardware. In this post, we will be taking a look at the specs, features, expected price, and availability of Black Shark 4 and 4 Pro in Nepal.

    Black Shark 4, 4 Pro Overview:

    Design and Display

    Coming from the Black Shark 3 series, the company has toned down the gaming aesthetics by quite a bit. It is safe to say that the phone looks more mainstream. On the front, the Black Shark 4 series now features a punch-hole cutout instead of the traditional bezels that are found on most gaming-oriented devices.

    Black Shark 4 Design

    Both the vanilla and the Pro model sport a 6.67” FHD+ AMOLED panel. It’s an E4 panel manufactured by Samsung Display. The display supports a refresh rate of up to 144Hz and an impressive touch sampling rate of 720Hz. Other features of the display include 111% DCI-P3 coverage, 1,300 nits of peak brightness, MEMC, DC Dimming, and SGS eye care certification.

    Black Shark 4 Pro Design

    The rear panel on the vanilla model looks even simpler as it lacks the LED lighting that is on the Pro model. On the side, the two phones feature two motorized “magnetic-lift” trigger buttons that can retract when not in use. Similarly, the fingerprint sensor is also mounted on the side of the phone.

    Performance and Memory

    The biggest difference between the vanilla and the Pro model is the chipset. Black Shark has included the latest Snapdragon 888 SoC on the Pro model. The vanilla model, on the other hand, gets the modest Snapdragon 870. For starters, the latter is last year’s Snapdragon 865/865+ but with a single-core speed of up to 3.2GHz.

    Likewise, the Pro model also gets a two-layered liquid cooling system that can dissipate 30% more heat. The company claims that it can reduce the temperature of the CPU core by 18-degree Celsius.

    Black Shark 4 Series Cooling system

    In terms of memory, Black Shark 4 Pro maxes out at 16GB LPDDR5 (6400MHz) RAM and 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage. On the other hand, the vanilla model maxes out at 12GB of LPDDR5 (5500MHz) and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. Black Shark 4 series ship with JOYUI 12.5 based on Android 11. It comes with a number of features for gamers including Shark Space.

    Rest of the specs

    Other specs of the Black Shark 4 series include a triple camera setup on the back. The Pro model comes with a 64MP primary camera while the standard model only has a 48MP primary camera. Other than this, both phones feature an 8MP ultrawide sensor and a 5MP macro sensor. On the front, there is a 20MP selfie camera.

    Black Shark 4 Charging

    Black Shark 4 series pack in a modest 4,500mAh battery. The company has also included support for 120W fast charging. Thus, you can go from 0 to 100% in just 15 minutes. Unlike the mainstream flagships, these phones still come with a 3.5mm headphone jack. You won’t have a problem with the connectivity as the phones come with dual-sim 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, and NFC.

    Black Shark 4, 4 Pro Specifications:

    • Display: 6.67-inches FHD AMOLED panel, 144Hz Refresh Rate (MEMC), 720Hz touch sampling rate, DC dimming, 111% DCI-P3, 1300 nits peak brightness
    • Chipset: Snapdragon 870 5G (4) / Snapdragon 888 5G (4 Pro)
    • RAM: Up to 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM
    • Storage: Up to 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage
    • Software & UI: JOYUI 12.5 on top of Android 11
    • Rear Camera: Triple-camera;
      – 64MP/48MP primary sensor
      – 8MP ultra-wide angle
      – 5MP macro sensor
    • Front Camera: 20MP (punch-hole)
    • Security: Fingerprint scanner (side-mounted)
    • Battery: 4500mAh with 120W fast charging

    Black Shark 4 and 4 Pro Price in Nepal, Availability

    Black Shark 4 series is available for pre-order in China where their starting price is CNY 2,499 and CNY 3,999 for the non-Pro and Pro variant, respectively. We expect the price of the Black Shark 4 and 4 Pro to start at NPR 50,000 and NPR 81,000, respectively.

    Black Shark 4 Series Memory Configurations Price in China Price in Nepal (Expected)
    Black Shark 4 6/128GB 2,499 Yuan NPR 50,000
    8/128GB 2,699 Yuan NPR 55,000
    12/128GB 2,999 Yuan NPR 61,500
    12/256GB 3,299 Yuan NPR 67,500
    Black Shark 4 Pro 8/256GB 3,999 Yuan NPR 81,000
    12/256GB 4,499 Yuan NPR 92,000
    16/512GB 5,299 Yuan NPR 108,000
    • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Black Shark 3 (Nepali).

    Tech Studio’s “Techolicious” offer discounts AQFiT, HiFuture accessories

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    Holi is on the horizon and like on every other festive occasion, brands are ready with their promotional campaigns. Well, one such event that you might want to be on the lookout for is that of Tech Studio. The company that is associated with lifestyle gadgets and gears has an exciting offer on the deck. So, let’s find out about the Techolicious campaign from Tech Studio where you can enjoy discounts and freebies on AQFiT & HiFuture accessories.

    Tech Studio Techolicious Campaign Overview

    Basically, Tech Studio is the official distributor of HiFuture, AQFiT, and other brands in Nepal. Thus, their campaign will be related to products from said companies. First off, let’s be clear about the campaign period. All of the offers will be valid from 20th March to 27th March 2021. Furthermore, the offer will be given on all purchases made via online shopping portals.

    Here, the most lucrative offers are on the purchase of HiFuture products. Customers can benefit from the flat 10% off on each HiFuture gadget. Furthermore, you also get a free Holi-themed T-shirt on the purchase of any Tech Studio products. That applies here too. So, 10% off and a free T-shirt.

    techolicious offers

    Another offer related to a HiFuture product is going to be on the HiFuture HiGear smartwatch. This smartwatch is currently priced at Rs. 17,999. So, as mentioned above, you get a flat 10% off on your purchase and a T-shirt. But additionally, if you purchase the smartwatch during the offer period, you also get HiFuture Flybuds TWS earbuds worth Rs. 3,599 for free. Finally, you also get a free T-shirt on the purchase of any AQFiT products.

    From the looks of it, the Techolicious campaign from Tech Studio seems like a good opportunity to purchase HiFuture products. HiFuture is a brand that was established in 2016 which is known to provide quality lifestyle products on a budget. In Nepal, you can purchase select HiFuture earbuds and smartwatches. Therefore, if you are a fan of this brand or want to try out their product, this Holi campaign is a good time to make a purchase.

    Where to buy HiFuture, AQFiT accessories in Nepal?

    Like I mentioned earlier, you can enjoy Tech Studio’s “Techolicious” offer on purchases made through online shopping platforms. You can buy HiFuture and AQFiT wearables in Nepal from either Daraz or Sastodeal.

    Contact: 01-4255034, Tech Studio (Facebook, Instagram)

    • Meanwhile, check out our impressions of the POCO X3 Pro.

    OnePlus 9R launched as a gaming-focused flagship in India

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    Today, OnePlus held an online event to announce the launch of their latest flagship – the OnePlus 9 Series. In addition to the OnePlus 9/9 Pro, the company also launched the cheaper 9R. It is a gaming-focused flagship smartphone that is exclusive to the Indian market as of now. Keep reading learn more about the OnePlus 9R, including its specs, features, expected price, and availability in Nepal.

    OnePlus 9R Overview:

    Design and Display

    OnePlus 9R features a 6.55-inch FHD+ flexible AMOLED panel. There is support for the 120Hz refresh rate. However, it is not adaptive as in the 9 Pro. You also get a touch sampling rate of 240Hz even while using up to 5 fingers. Like the rest of the device in the series, the OnePlus 9R has a left-aligned punch-hole cutout and minimal bezels. There are a total of 8,192 levels of brightness levels.

    OnePlus 9R Lake Blue

    The phone weighs around 189g and is just 0.84cm thick. That’s because the phone has a polycarbonate body with a matte finish on top.

    Performance and Memory

    OnePlus 9R is powered by the Snapdragon 870 chipset. The chipset was announced earlier this year. It is basically the Snapdragon 865/865+ but with the Cortex A77 “Prime Core” clocked at 3.2GHz. The graphics are handled by Adreno 650 which is clocked at 670MHz. It doesn’t have an integrated 5G modem but is bundled with the Snapdragon X55 modem.

    OnePlus 9R Design and Display

    There are around 14 different temperature sensors around the phone that detect heat and try to minimize it.

    To enhance the gaming experience, the phone features a Vapor Cooling system. Similarly, OnePlus has included a Pro Gaming mode, immersive haptics, and dual-stereo speakers. You can even attach two additional trigger buttons that the company has announced alongside the OnePlus 9 series.

    The phone arrives with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. Like the other siblings, it ships with OxygenOS 11 based on Android 11 out-of-the-box.

    Camera and Battery

    At the back, the phone features a quad-camera setup. Sadly, there is no Hasselblad-branded camera setup here. It comes with a 48MP primary camera that supports OIS. It is accompanied by a 16MP ultrawide sensor. Then there is a 5MP macro camera and a 2MP B&W sensor completing the setup. On the front, there is a 16MP selfie camera enclosed by the punch-hole cutout.

    OnePlus 9R Camera setup

    The device gets its juice from the 4,500mAh battery with support for 65W fast charging. A 65W adapter is included in the box. It doesn’t support wireless charging though. Other features include an in-display fingerprint scanner, NFC, Wi-Fi ax, 2X2 MIMO, and Bluetooth 5.1.

    OnePlus 9R Specifications:

    • Display: 6.55-inch AMOLED panel, 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling rate
    • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G
    • GPU: Adreno 650
    • RAM: 8/12GB LPDDR5
    • Storage: 128/256GB UFS 3.1
    • Software & UI: OxygenOS 11 on top of Android 11
    • Rear Camera: Quad-camera;
      – 48MP, f/1.7 Sony IMX586 primary sensor, OIS
      – 16MP, f/2.2 ultra-wide-angle lens, 123-degree FOV
      – 5MP macro sensor
      – 2MP monochrome lens
    • Front Camera: 16MP Sony IMX471
    • Security: Fingerprint scanner
    • Battery: 4500mAh with 65W charging
    • Colors: Lake Blue, Carbon Black

    OnePlus 9R Price in Nepal & Availability

    OnePlus 9R is exclusive to the Indian market for now where its price starts at INR 39,999 for the 8/128GB variant. It will be available for pre-order starting April. If it ever launches here, we can expect the price of the OnePlus 9R in Nepal to start at NPR 72,000.

    OnePlus 9R Price in India Price in Nepal (Expected)
    8/128GB INR 39,999 NPR 72,000
    12/256GB INR 43,999 NPR 80,000
    • Meanwhile, check out our review of OnePlus Nord.

    Nepali startups to get cloud services worth $5,000 for free under AWS Activate program

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    Do you have a startup that you are planning to move to the cloud? If yes, we have got some great news for you. Genese Solution is offering free AWS credit worth up to $5,000 under the Amazon Web Services Activate program for Nepali startups. Eligible startups can apply for the program and utilize the credits in upscaling their operations. Let’s learn more about the program including the benefits, eligibility criteria, and ways to apply.

    AWS Activate program under Genese Solution

    AWS Activate is a program designed for the growth of startups. Under this program, eligible startups will receive free AWS credits, support plan credit, training, and more to scale up their operations. The program is now open for Nepali startups too, courtesy of Genese Solution. In case you don’t know, Genese Solution is the first and only advanced consulting partner for Amazon Web Services (AWS) in Nepal. The company has been promoting cloud computing in Nepal in partnership with AWS for the past two years.

    Benefits

    • AWS Credits and Discounts

    As mentioned earlier, eligible startups will get AWS promotional credits worth up to $5,000. The credit is valid for two years can be used for over 200+ AWS services like Compute, AI, Database, Analytics, IoT, Messaging, Analytics, and more.

    Similarly, selected startups can also enjoy discounts over different business-management tools such as HubSpot, Zendesk, Sendgrid, and Intuit.

    • Training

    Similarly, the startups will also get additional $100 credit under the AWS Educate account. This can be useful for first-time users to get familiar with working with AWS and cloud computing in general.

    • Support

    Genese Solution will help the startup in acquiring the above-mentioned credits and discounts too. Startups will also get a chance to feature on the Startups on Air and participate in AWS events. On top of this, Genese will help the startups with marketing support, discounted advertising services, and other operations as well.

    • Additional Services

    Selected startups can even opt for a paid support package. This includes AWS Support API, interoperability, and configuration guidance & troubleshooting.

    Genese AWS Activate: Eligibility

    The program is for startups that are 2 years old or younger. Also, the startup should not have been backed by any investors, accelerators, or incubators. It also needs to have a valid domain name and a website to be eligible. Also, the participating startup should not have received any kind of platform funding in the past.

    Application

    Interested startups can apply for the AWS Activate program using the form at Genese Solution. For more information, you can even contact or request a callback from the Program Lead at Genese.

    • Mr. Bipin Karki (Startup Program Lead at Genese): 9801-914969

    Official: Samsung Galaxy A32 Launched in Nepal

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    After launching the Galaxy A52 and Galaxy A72 in Nepal, Samsung didn’t wait too long to unveil another member of its A-series, the Galaxy A32 4G. As you would imagine, it is cheaper than the two and is now available for purchase in Nepal from the majority of mobile retail shops all over Nepal.

    Samsung Galaxy A32 4G Overview:

    There are 2 variants of A32 based on cellular technology. There’s not much of a visual overhaul between the 4G and 5G models of the Galaxy A32. So, they’re visibly the same. But one can notice how the notch for the selfie camera is different between the two. While the 5G model had an Infinity-V cutout for the selfie camera, that’s substituted by a sharper Infinity-U notch on the Galaxy A32 4G.

    Display

    Here, the camera module sees a big leap compared to A-series phones of the past. This is kinda reminiscent of the new S21 Ultra, discounting the bump that blends into the phone’s frame. Upfront, you get a 6.4-inches FHD+ Super AMOLED display. To recall, the A32 5G came with a mediocre HD+ TFT screen. It is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5 as well.

    Samsung Galaxy A32 4G - Awesome Blue Design Display

    Moreover, the Galaxy A32 4G also marks the beginning of a high refresh rate display on a mid-range phone as it supports a 90Hz refresh rate. For security, the physical fingerprint scanner in its 5G counterpart is left-out for an in-screen implementation.

    Performance

    The superiority that Galaxy A32 4G roared thanks to its display quickly falls on the performance front. Compared to the 5G-capable MediaTek Dimensity 720, this phone gets the Helio G80 treatment. This has been paired with 4/6GB of RAM and up to 128GB of internal storage.

    You can also choose to upgrade the storage via an SD card of up to 1TB. Helio G80 is a gaming-focused chipset, but it ultimately feels under-powerful for a phone of this stature. Anyway, Galaxy A32 4G runs on Samsung’s One UI 3.0 based on Android 11 out-of-the-box.

    Cameras

    Moving on to the camera, you get a quad-lens setup here. Contrary to the 48MP primary camera on A32 5G, it boasts a 64MP f/1.8 lens instead. The selfie camera has been bumped from 13MP to 20MP as well.

    Samsung Galaxy A32 4G - Cameras

    Other lenses in the setup include an 8MP ultrawide, a 5MP depth, and a 5MP macro camera. An interesting feature here is called intelligent detection where the phone automatically detects any unpleasantries in the photo like closed eyes or a blurry shot.

    Battery & rest of the specs

    Fueling a device is a big 5000mAh battery that supports 15W fast charging via the USB Type-C port. We’ve seen Samsung ship phones with up to 7000mAh battery so this one doesn’t invite much excitement. Other highlights of Galaxy A32 4G include dual-band Wi-Fi, Dolby Atmos audio, etc. The phone is available in 3 color options in Nepal: Awesome Black, Awesome Blue, and Awesome Violet.

    samsung galaxy a32 4g colors

    Samsung Galaxy A32 4G Specifications:

    • Body: 6.26 x 2.90 x 0.33 inches, 184 gm
    • Display: 6.4-inches FHD+ Super AMOLED “Infinity-U” panel, 90Hz refresh rate, Corning Gorilla Glass 5, 800 nits brightness
    • Chipset: MediaTek Helio G80 (12nm Mobile Platform)
    • CPU: Octa-core (4×2.0 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4×1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
    • Memory: 4/6GB RAM, 64/128GB storage (expandable up to 1TB)
    • Software & UI: One UI 3.0 on top of Android 11
    • Rear Camera: Quad-cameras – 64MP, f/1.8 primary lens; 8MP, f/2.2 wide-angle lens; 5MP, f/2.4 depth sensor; 5MP, f/2.4 macro sensor; LED flash
    • Front Camera: 20MP, f/2.2 lens (notch)
    • Security: In-display fingerprint sensor
    • Audio: 3.5mm headphone jack, loudspeaker, Dolby Audio
    • Connectivity: Dual-SIM (Nano), WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (Dual-band), Bluetooth 5.0, GPS / AGPS / Glonass / Galileo, USB Type-C, 4G LTE
    • Battery: 5000mAh with 15W fast charging
    • Color options: Awesome – Black, Blue, Violet, White

    Samsung Galaxy A32 4G Price in Nepal & Availability

    Samsung Galaxy A32 4G is now available in Nepal for a price of Rs. 31,999. This price is for the 6GB RAM and 128GB storage variant.

    Samsung Galaxy A32 4G Price in Nepal (Official)
    6/128GB NPR 31,999
    • Check out our long-term review of the Samsung Galaxy M51.

    iQOO U3x 5G unveiled with Snapdragon 480, 90Hz refresh rate

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    iQOO is mainly known for its gaming smartphones that are powered by the latest flagship-grade Snapdragon chipsets. In a big deviation from iQOO’s wheelhouse, the company has launched an affordable 5G phone in the Chinese market, the iQOO U3x 5G. In this post, we will be taking a look at the specs, features, expected price, and availability of the iQOO U3x 5G in Nepal.

    iQOO U3x 5G Overview:

    Design and Display

    The phone features a 6.58-inch IPS LCD panel with a Full HD+ resolution. It boasts a 90Hz refresh rate, 180Hz touch sampling rate, and has a waterdrop notch that houses the selfie camera. The screen-to-body-ratio of the phone is listed at 90.61%.

    iQOO U3X 5G color options

    The rear panel of the phone has a gradient finish and is available in two color options. The square camera module is in the top-left position. If it was not for the iQOO branding, it would have been difficult to distinguish it from other budget offerings from Vivo.

    Performance and Memory

    Powering the phone is the Snapdragon 480 5G. It is the cheapest 5G chipset in Qualcomm’s arsenal right now. Talking about the performance, it boasts 100% improvement in both CPU and GPU department when compared to its closet sibling Snapdragon 460. The phone is available in three memory variants – 4/128GB, 6/64GB, and 8/128GB. The latter inherits “Memory Fusion” technology from flagship iQOO offerings. With this, users can assign 3GB of internal memory as RAM in case the 8GB RAM seems insufficient.

    Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 5G chipset

    On the software front, the device ships with OriginOS (for iQOO) based on Android 11. It also features the Multi-Turbo 5.0 feature that reserves all of the available CPU power for gaming when required.

    Camera

    iQOO U3x has three cameras in total – two on the back and one at the front. The dual rear camera setup consists of a 13MP primary camera accompanied by a 2MP depth sensor. The two sensors along with an LED flash are placed in a triangular arrangement inside the rectangular camera module. A waterdrop notch on the front houses the 8MP selfie camera.

    Rest of the specs

    Fueling the device is a massive 5,000mAh battery. The phone also supports 18W wired charging for faster refueling. Connectivity-wise, iQOO U3x supports 5G connectivity, Bluetooth 5.1, and Wi-Fi ac. Also, it features a 3.5mm headphone jack, Type-C port, and dual-SIM slots.

    iQOO U3x 5G Specifications:

    • Display: 6.58-inches FHD+ IPS LCD panel, 90Hz
    • Chipset: Snapdragon 480 (8nm)
    • RAM: 4/6/8GB
    • Storage: 64GB/128GB
    • Software & UI: Android 11 with OriginOS 11
    • Rear Camera: Dual (13MP primary, 2MP depth)
    • Front Camera: 8MP sensor (notch)
    • Fingerprint sensor: Physical (side-mounted)
    • Audio: 3.5mm audio jack
    • Battery: 5000mAh battery with 18W Charging (Type-C port)
    • Colors: Grey, Blue

    iQOO U3x 5G Price in Nepal and Availability

    iQOO U3x is now available in China where its price starts at 1,199 Yuan for the 6/64GB and 4/128GB variant. Similarly, the 8/128GB variant costs 1,499 Yuan. Vivo Nepal is yet to launch any iQOO product here. However, if the iQOO U3x 5G manages to arrive in Nepal, we expect its price to start at NPR 25,000.

    iQOO U3x 5G Price in China Price in Nepal (Expected)
    4/128GB 1,199 Yuan NPR 23,000
    6/64GB
    8/128GB 1,499 Yuan NPR 30,000
    • Also, check out our long-term review of Realme X7.