Samsung’s latest midrange phone: the Galaxy A56 is now available for pre-booking in Nepal. The phone introduces a redesigned rear camera setup and improved features while maintaining many of the key aspects from the previous model. This article will discuss everything about the latest Samsung Galaxy A56, including its expected price in Nepal.
Samsung Galaxy A56 Overview
Design & Display
The front design of the Galaxy A56 remains largely unchanged compared to the Galaxy A55. However, the back sees a significant redesign with a pill-shaped triple-camera module. The camera rings are inspired by those found on the Galaxy S25 Ultra and Z Fold 6. Meanwhile, the Galaxy A56 is also IP67-rated for dust and water protection.
The Galaxy A56 features a 6.7-inch AMOLED display, slightly larger than its predecessor’s 6.6-inch screen. It offers a peak brightness of 1,200 nits, an upgrade from the A55, while maintaining the 120Hz refresh rate.
Powered by the Exynos 1580 chipset, the Galaxy A56 provides 37% higher efficiency and a 37% faster GPU compared to the Exynos 1480 in the A55. Just like the Galaxy A36, the A55 also features Android 15 with One UI 7 skin on top. According to Samsung, the A56 will receive a total of 6 years of OS updates.
And talking about the latest OneUI 7, the latest software update brings a redesigned lock screen with a cleaner layout, improved shortcuts, and a Now Bar for quick access to activities. The update improves visuals with brighter, more vibrant app icons and more colorful, uniform widgets.
New features include AI writing tools for better text assistance, advanced camera settings, a Knox Matrix dashboard for improved security, a vertical app drawer for easier navigation, and notification filters to manage alerts. Additionally, users get automatic call transcription after recording, more customization options, and a reorganized camera app with refined controls.
The battery capacity remains at 5,000mAh, the same as the A55. However, the A56 now supports 45W fast charging, an upgrade from the previous 25W. Samsung has also claimed that A56 can be fully charged in 1 hr 6 minutes.
Cameras
The rear camera setup includes a 50MP primary sensor with OIS, a 5MP macro camera, and a 12MP ultrawide camera. The front camera has been upgraded to 32MP, offering HDR and 4K video recording. Meanwhile, this phone also retains the under-display optical fingerprint from the A55.
Samsung Galaxy A56 Price in Nepal and Availability
The Galaxy A56 starts at NPR 65,999 for the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage variant and NPR 70,999 for the 12GB RAM + 256GB storage variant. It is available for pre-booking from our affiliate partner Hukut stores. Meanwhile, customers can pre-order the Galaxy A56 5G and get the Galaxy Fit 3 (worth NPR 7,999) for just NPR 3,999.
Samsung Galaxy A56 5G
Price in Nepal (Official)
8GB + 256GB
NPR 65,999
12GB + 256GB
NPR 70,999
Meanwhile, check out our review of the Galaxy A55 5G
Fujifilm is set to release its latest camera, the GFX100RF, featuring a 102 MP medium format sensor. This model continues Fujifilm’s push into the high-end camera market. This article will discuss everything about the upcoming Fujifilm GFX100RF, including its expected price in Nepal, specifications, and availability.
Fujifilm GFX100RF Overview
Design and Build
The Fujifilm GFX100RF features a classic design with a metal body available in black or silver, paired with a black leather covering. It offers a sleek and durable design, maintaining the look that Fujifilm users are familiar with.
Lens
The camera comes with a 35 mm f/4 lens, which is equivalent to 28 mm f/3.2 in 35 mm. The lens has ten elements in eight groups, including two aspherical lenses. It also offers a close focusing distance of 20 cm (7.9 inches) from the lens’ front element.
Manual Control
The GFX100RF includes manual controls such as an aperture ring and dedicated dials for shutter speed and ISO. This allows for greater flexibility and control over settings during shooting.
Unique Features
The camera has several unique features, including an aspect ratio dial that ranges from a 1:1 square to a 65:25 panorama. It also comes with a digital teleconverter, allowing you to simulate focal lengths of 45 mm, 63 mm, or 80 mm. The leaf shutter provides a quieter operation compared to traditional shutters.
The camera is equipped with a high-resolution electronic viewfinder with 5.76 million dots. The 3.15-inch tilting touchscreen provides a 3:2 aspect ratio for easy framing and control. It supports 4K video recording at 30 fps. For connectivity, the camera includes Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 4.2, and a 10 Gbps USB-C port.
Fujifilm GFX100RF Specifications
Sensor: 102 MP medium format sensor
Lens: 35 mm f/4 lens (equivalent to 28 mm f/3.2 in 35 mm)
Aperture: f/4
Focus: 20 cm (7.9 in) minimum focusing distance
Manual Control: Aperture ring, dials for shutter speed and ISO
Aspect Ratio Dial: 1:1 square to 65:25 panorama
Digital Teleconverter: 45 mm, 63 mm, 80 mm focal lengths
Shutter: Leaf shutter
Viewfinder: 5.76 million dot high-resolution electronic viewfinder
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 4.2, 10 Gbps USB-C port
Fujifilm GFX100RF Price in Nepal and Availability
The Fujifilm GFX100RF will launch at $4,899 in the U.S. The camera is expected to be priced in Nepal starting at NPR 630,000 for the base variant. This price estimate includes additional taxes and import fees that usually apply to foreign products in Nepal.
Motorola is gearing up to launch the Edge 60 Fusion soon. Ahead of the official announcement, an image of the phone leaked a week ago, giving us a sneak peek at its design and colors. And now, the latest rumors are hinting at an IP69 rating and curved display. The Edge 60 Fusion will follow in the footsteps of the Edge 50 Fusion, so let’s dive into what we know so far.
Motorola Edge 60 Fusion rumor roundup
The Edge lives this time too
A teaser video has popped up on the Flipkart app, hinting at the upcoming launch of the Motorola Edge 60 Fusion in India. While the exact name isn’t mentioned, the tagline “MotoEdgeLegacy” pretty much seals the deal confirming that Motorola is continuing the Edge series, and will soon be available on Flipkart. Unfortunately, the video doesn’t spill any other beans about the phone, but we’re sure the wait won’t be too long.
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Design and Display
The Motorola Edge 60 Fusion’s design has been teased by tipster Evan Blass (@evleaks). It looks quite similar to its predecessor with a sleek vegan leather finish. However, this time the camera island has a squarish shape that houses three cameras, plus a circular LED Flash, unlike the dual-camera setup on the Edge 50 Fusion. It will come in Light Blue, Light Blue, and Light Purple shades. In terms of ingress protection, it will bear an IP68 and IP69 rating.
On the front, the phone boasts slim bezels, a slightly thicker chin, and a centered hole-punch camera at the top. The display is curved and as per the latest news, it will stretch at 6.7 inches with a 144Hz refresh rate and 10-bit colors.
Rest
While the official chipset details are still under wraps, we suspect the Motorola Edge 60 Fusion will likely power the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 based on the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 carried by the Edge Fusion 50.
Moreover, the phone will likely come in an 8GB RAM + 256GB storage configuration. As for battery life, we’re expecting a beefy 5,500 mAh battery with an 80W TurboPower charger.
Motorola Edge 60 Fusion Specifications (Expected)
Design: Sleek vegan leather finish
Display: 6.7’’ FHD+ OLED, 144Hz refresh rate
Chipset: Likely Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
RAM: 8GB
ROM: 256GB
Rear Camera
50 MP
13 MP Ultra-wide lens
Front Camera: 32 MP
Colors: Light Blue, Light Purple
Motorola Edge 60 Fusion availability
We have heard nothing from the company regarding the official launch of the Motorola 60 series. However, it might be launched soon in the Indian market.
Huawei has launched the Pura X, a new foldable smartphone that combines both book-style and clamshell designs. The device was recently announced in China alongside the Freebuds 6, which we have talked in a separate article. This article will discuss everything about the latest Huawei Pura X, including its expected price in Nepal, specifications and availability.
Huawei Pura X Overview
Display and Design
The Pura X features a 6.3-inch main display with a 16:10 ratio in portrait orientation. It uses LTPO OLED panels on both sides with a smooth 120 Hz refresh rate. The folding screen offers impressive brightness, reaching up to 2,500 nits at peak. Additionally, the cover panel includes a 3.5-inch square display for quick access to functions.
When unfolded, the device measures 143.2 mm in height and 91.7 mm in width. Folded dimensions reduce to 91.7 mm by 74.3 mm. The hinge uses a classic teardrop design with 1900 MPa-strong space-grade components for durability.
Camera Setup
The Pura X comes with a powerful camera system. The rear setup includes a 50 MP wide camera with f/1.6 aperture, RYYB sensor, and optical image stabilization. Furthermore, it has a 40 MP ultrawide camera with f/2.2 aperture and another RYYB sensor. There’s also an 8 MP telephoto camera with 3.5x optical zoom and OIS. The system includes a spectral image sensor first introduced in the Mate 70 Pro series. For selfies, a 10 MP front camera sits in a punch hole on the main screen.
Battery and Charging
The device houses a 4,720 mAh battery split into two cells. It supports 66W wired charging and 40W wireless charging. For heat management, the phone includes heat-dissipating elements with a graphite plate offering 2000 W/m.k thermal conductivity.
The Pura X runs on AOSP HarmonyOS 5.0 rather than HarmonyOS Next. The cover screen supports live wallpapers and customizable animations. Users can access the camera, messaging, health apps, calls, and music players without opening the phone. The device is designed for taking calls in the folded state, with the earpiece placed next to the LED flash. Satellite connectivity is also supported, though only with Chinese satellites and limited to certain memory models.
Colors: Black, White, Silver, Pattern Green, Pattern Red (Collector’s Edition)
Huawei Pura X Price in Nepal and Availability
The Huawei Pura X is set to go on sale in China starting March 21. The base version with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage costs CNY 7,499. The 12GB+512GB model is priced at CNY 7,999, while the 16GB+512GB version costs CNY 8,999. The top-tier model with 16GB RAM and 1TB storage is available for CNY 9,999. When the Pura X makes it to Nepal, it would start at no less than NPR 165,600 for the base model.
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Price in China (Official)
Price in Nepal (Expected)
12GB+256GB
CNY 7,499
NPR 165,600
12GB+512GB
CNY 7,999
NPR 176,800
16GB+512GB
CNY 8,999
NPR 198,400
16GB+1TB
CNY 9,999
NPR 220,800
Meanwhile, check out our review of the Huawei Mate 70 Pro+
Infinix has introduced the Note 50 Pro+ 5G, expanding its Note 50 series. The device targets the mid-range segment, offering features like a curved AMOLED display, fast charging, and a periscope telephoto camera. This article covers the specifications, pricing, and availability of the latest Infinix Note 50 Pro+ 5G.
Infinix Note 50 Pro+ 5G Overview
Display and Design
The Note 50 Pro+ 5G features a 6.78-inch AMOLED curved display with an FHD+ resolution. Additionally, it supports a 144Hz refresh rate and reaches a peak brightness of 1300 nits. On the design side of things, the Infinix Note 50 Pro+ 5G features a silver/white back with subtle stripes and a small blue-red accent.
Its prominent square camera module houses four lenses and a flash. The phone has a slim profile with flat edges and visible “Infinix” branding on the back. The design is clean and modern with a metallic finish that gives it a premium look.
Performance
Infinix has equipped the device with the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate processor. It comes with 12GB LPDDR5x RAM and 256GB UFS 4.0 storage. Furthermore, users can expand the RAM virtually by up to 12GB.
Battery and Charging
The smartphone houses a 5,200 mAh battery. It supports 100W wired charging, 50W wireless charging, and 10W reverse wireless charging. In addition, Infinix has included the Cheetah X2 power management chip for better efficiency.
Cameras
The rear camera setup includes a 50MP Sony IMX896 sensor with OIS, an 8MP secondary lens, and a 50MP periscope telephoto lens. It offers 3x optical zoom and 100x digital zoom. For selfies, the phone features a 32MP front camera.
The Note 50 Pro+ 5G has an in-display fingerprint scanner, JBL dual speakers, and an X-axis linear motor. Moreover, it includes Bio-Active Halo AI lighting and runs Android 15 with XOS 15. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, an IR blaster, and a USB-C port. Additionally, the device carries an IP64 rating for dust and water resistance.
So this is the new Nothing Phone (3a) that I’ve got in for review today. And like every other Nothing phone… ever… this guy has also created a lot of buzz in the tech community.
There’s a new camera, a quirky new button that I have so much to talk about, and a few other upgrades over last year’s Nothing Phone (2a) (review). And if you think about it, all that stuff makes it a pretty balanced phone under NPR 50,000 right now. At least on paper.
But you know how they say “the devil is in the details”, right?
So instead of rushing this review… I took my time… and waited for the first software update to drop to get a proper idea about the Phone (3a). And after daily-driving it for all this time, I’ve actually found a bunch of interesting stuff that you must know before you buy one of these. So… stick around till the end for all the details.
Nothing Phone (3a) review: Specifications
Design and Build: 163.52 x 77.5 x 8.35 mm, 201 gm, IP64 rating
Alright. As always, I wanna start my review of the Nothing Phone (3a) with the positives first.
And I knew I was gonna love its design just by looking at it. Nothing is one of the few smartphone brands that knows how to make phones that aren’t boring to look at, and the Phone (3a) keeps that energy alive just fine. With a few useful upgrades.
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So while its frames are still all-plastic, Nothing has upgraded the back panel to glass for a better hands-on feel this time. And it now has a better IP rating too. IP64 vs IP54. Which means although you’ll still need to be extra careful taking it out in the rain or to the swimming pool, the Phone (3a) is completely sealed against dust.
And of course, how can I forget Nothing’s funky Glyph lights? This is such a cool visual element that it’s always the first thing I check out every time I get to use a new Nothing phone.
Is there a new sound effect when I want to create a custom ringtone?
Does its progress bar work with more third-party apps now? I wanna know!
Other than the pure “coolness” of it all, I also love how genuinely useful its “Essential Notifications” feature is. Which basically keeps me from being distracted by all the unnecessary notifications by only lighting up when I receive a notification from select apps that I have pre-programmed. So cool!
But we had all this on older Nothing phones as well. If I remember correctly, my one issue with the Glyph Interface was that its progress bar only worked with a couple of apps like Uber, Zomato, and Google Calendar. And a year later… I’m a little sad to see that Nothing still hasn’t made any progress on that front.
The Essential Key
Instead, the Phone (3a) has a fancy new button called “Essential Key” that sits ri…ght below the power button. I know you’re probably wondering about accidental presses, but I must say that once the muscle memory kicked in, it really wasn’t much of a problem for me.
And I kinda like to think of it as this mishmash between a note-taking app and a voice recorder… but on steroids.
Thanks to artificial intelligence. So I can single-press it to take a screenshot, long-press to attach a voice memo, and double-press to enter the “Essential Space” itself where all my memories and ideas rest.
And no, you can’t remap this button to do something else, by the way.
The AI then comes in and analyzes everything — by extracting texts from an image or transcribing and summarizing my recordings if needed — to generate useful insights or action points.
That’s the plan, at least.
But I feel like Essential Space is pretty half-baked right now. And for an AI product, it simply doesn’t feel all that “intelligent” to me… you know? Don’t get me wrong, it works perfectly fine for organizing my screenshots, voice notes, and stuff, although I expected a bit… more.
A naturally unintelligent artificial intelligence
For example, there was this one time when I recorded a memo asking it to remind me to buy some flowers for my mom. Sounds simple enough, right? But instead of following up with a “what time?” or “when?”, the Phone (3a) randomly decided to set the reminder at 10 in the morning the next day.
If I asked Google’s Gemini to do the same, it’s actually intelligent enough to ask some follow-up questions before getting the job done.
Then there’s also the big “privacy-shaped question mark” since a…ll this AI processing is happening on the cloud. Not locally ‘cause the Phone (3a)’s neural processor is just not that powerful enough. I guess I can definitely see Nothing’s full vision for the Essential Space being a lot more intuitive and a lot more on-device in the future but… it isn’t quite there yet.
Anyway, the Phone (3a)’s display feels quite familiar to me. I’m looking at a big 6.77-inch AMOLED display with slightly thick (but uniform) bezels like always, a smooth 120Hz refresh rate, excellent colors, high-frequency PWM dimming, and pretty much everything else I’d expect from a midrange phone these days.
I did notice that it looked a bit warm by default, but I easily fixed it by adjusting the color temperature slider.
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I also love typing on this thing because of the fast touch response and sharp haptics. Whereas I found its stereo speakers to be louder and with a bit more oomph compared to the Phone (2a) as well.
Plus, the Phone (3a) can get much brighter too. Both in terms of full-screen brightness for clear visibility on sunny outdoors or when you’re watching HDR content.
Which reminds me. This guy has no trouble playing your local HDR videos (or ones on YouTube), but since Nothing refuses to pre-install Netflix on its phones, I don’t get HDR playback on Netflix.
The other thing you need to know is that Nothing has also swapped out Gorilla Glass 5 for an inferior Panda glass this time. And the fingerprint sensor still sits at the bottom of the display, making it difficult to reach for someone like me with small hands.
Performance and software
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4nm)
8/12GB RAM, 128/256GB storage (non-expandable)
Android 15 with Nothing OS 3.1 on top
3 years of OS and 6 years of security updates
Let’s talk performance now. So Nothing has gone with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chip this time, and I’m not entirely sure if that was the right call because it’s barely an upgrade over the Phone (2a)’s Dimensity 7200 Pro.
No matter what benchmark you look at.
Nothing Phone (3a) - Benchmarks
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AnTuTu 10
Geekbench 6
I was at least expecting Nothing to jump to UFS 3.1 storage instead of the slower UFS 2.2 speeds but that didn’t come true either.
That being said, the Phone (3a) did manage better average fps and better 5% low fps when I played PUBG and Genshin Impact on these two. And since the new guy has an incredible 40% larger vapor chamber, I noticed how it stayed cooler than the (2a) by 2 – 3°C as well.
Of course, the Phone (3a) isn’t meant to be a gaming machine. And you should probably look into something like the POCO X7 Pro (review) or the newly launched iQOO Neo 10R if you’re a serious gamer.
But the thing is, you won’t be getting the clean, smooth, and fun software experience of Nothing OS 3.1 on those gaming beasts. You guys already know that this is one of my favorite Android skins, and with version 3.1, Nothing’s main focus was basically two things:
more customization options,
and better system stability overall.
Nothing OS 3.1 is incredible
So I can now customize the lockscreen with new clock styles and new widgets, I can change how the quick settings page looks, Nothing’s own “Gallery” app is a thing now, I can also group my apps into different categories like on iOS, and then there’s a bunch of other under-the-hood stuff. Like optimizing the camera app for slightly faster image processing, which is definitely something I’ve noticed in real-life usage.
I know it doesn’t have those fancy image editing or text-generating AI features that you find on every other phone these days, although the bottom line is that you’re gonna end up loving what Nothing has done with its latest software.
The Phone (3a) also has 3 more Android upgrades and 6 years of security updates to its name, so that’s just as exciting. That’s certainly not “Samsung” level of updates but I can live with 3+6 years of updates on a midrange phone.
Battery and charging
5,000 mAh battery (50W wired charging)
No power adapter inside the box
As for battery life, there isn’t much of an upgrade on the Phone (3a) since it has the same 5,000 mAh lithium-ion (not silicon-carbon) battery as the Phone (2a). Which gives me 7 – 8 hours of screen time on my regular usage… like the Phone (2a).
The charging speed has slightly gone up to 50W from 45W, but you still don’t get a charger inside the box, and the journey from 1 – 100% still takes a little over an hour.
Cameras
Triple camera setup at the back
(50MP main, 8MP ultrawide, 50MP telephoto zoom)
32MP selfie camera (hole-punch cutout)
It’s time to talk about the cameras now, and I just wanna say that I was quite excited to test the Phone (3a)’s cameras. Mostly because this is the first Nothing phone with a dedicated 2x telephoto lens.
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So I compared its cameras with the Phone (2a) and… yep. Its zoom shots are clearly better than the digital crop on the Phone (2a). Be it in terms of details or dynamic range. The Phone (3a) does tend to mess up the white balance sometimes… but yeah.
Great for portraits
A dedicated zoom lens means better portraits as well. And this guy takes much better portraits than the (2a) as expected. Once again, it’s got better details and the edge detection is more accurate too.
Portraits
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I especially like how well it renders the skin tones ‘cause the Phone (2a)’s portraits noticeably favor a contrasty look and a pinkish tint for some reason. What’s even more impressive is that I can even shoot 70mm and 100mm portraits from the Phone (3a) with minimal loss of details.
Selfies
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I’m also digging the selfies from the Phone (3a). Just like the portraits, it manages a more natural skin tone, the background exposure is well taken care of, plus it’s got a wider field of view too.
A bit of inconsistency
But when I got to the main camera, I found a lot of inconsistencies with the Phone (3a). It uses the same 50MP sensor as the one on the Phone (2a) as far as I can tell, although they have wildly different tuning.
So they both preserve a nice amount of details and the (3a) does have better dynamic range sometimes — but even so — I actually prefer what the Phone (2a) captured like… 60 – 70% of the time. Mostly because of how nice its colors and contrast are. The (3a) also likes to blow out the highlights from time to time whereas it simply fails to process the color red. Turning anything on the frame with a bright red color → orangish.
Surprisingly enough, the Phone (3a)’s downgraded ultrawide camera doesn’t suffer from this issue… at all. Which also means that this thing doesn’t have the best consistency between all of its cameras. Now I say “downgraded” because you’re getting a smaller, lower-res 8MP sensor with a narrower field of view compared to the (2a)’s 50MP ultrawide shooter.
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But I gotta be honest, the Phone (3a)’s ultrawide shots during the day aren’t too bad. And it actually has better dynamic range most of the time.
When it gets dark, you can clearly see how it tries to brighten up the image almost every single time. Sometimes that works in its favor, sometimes it doesn’t… but I was getting better-looking lowlight shots from the Phone (3a)’s main camera overall. Although the larger sensor on the Phone (2a) means its ultrawide photos during the dark are significantly better.
What about videos?
And in terms of videos, I can shoot at up to 4K 30 fps from the main camera on both of them. Unlike the Phone (2a), which can even shoot ultrawide videos at 4K 30 fps, while the (3a) maxes out at 1080p 30 fps.
Anyway, the core quality of 4K recordings between these two is quite similar, stabilization-wise. You’re definitely gonna notice some jitters now and then, while I found the Phone (3a)’s footage to have a warmer color tone and the same issue with highlight management as on its photos. It’s the same with the (3a)’s 1080p 60 fps selfie videos, which are also weirdly contrasty somehow.
Even though Nothing has already pushed one camera-centric update, there’s a lot more work to be done. And before I forget, I can also create and share a custom camera preset on the Phone (3a). All the cool kids on the block like Apple and Samsung have a similar feature so no way Nothing was gonna miss out on that!
Nothing Phone (3a) review: Conclusion
Okay.
So to wrap up this review, I’d say the Nothing Phone (3a) is one hell of a midrange phone. Besides the head-turning design, it also has a fantastic OLED display, all-day battery life, and a smooth software experience. A combo that’s truly hard to find in this segment. And like last year’s Nothing Phone (2a), this is among the few midrange devices that carefully avoid any of those “dealbreaker” types of issues.
Of course, this one’s not for the gamers. You can go with something like the Infinix GT 20 Pro (review) if you want the best gaming experience under NPR 50,000 rupees.
And like I mentioned before, the Phone (3a)’s cameras also need a bit of tender loving care. Particularly in terms of color consistency, highlight management, and consistency across the lenses. But looking back at Nothing’s history of software updates, I’m sure these things will be sorted out with a couple of future updates. Making it such a balanced midrange phone.
Watch our video review of Nothing Phone (3a)
Nothing Phone (3a) review: Pros and Cons
Pros
Cons
• Unique design with Glyph lights
• AI features feel underdeveloped
• That 2x telephoto camera is a charmer
• The consistency between the cameras could’ve been better
• Excellent AMOLED display
• No significant performance boost over the Phone (2a)
Oppo has expanded its F series lineup with the release of the F29 5G and F29 Pro 5G. While the two models look quite similar, they differ in terms of specifications. We’ve already covered the Oppo F29 5G, so now let’s dive into the details of the Oppo F29 Pro 5G, including its specs and price in Nepal.
Oppo F29 Pro 5G Overview
Design and Display
The Oppo F29 Pro 5G comes with a premium design and a unique texture. Additionally, the phone meets IP66, IP68, and IP69 ratings, ensuring protection against dust and splash. It is also certified with military-grade MIL-STD-810H-2022, offering added durability. The F29 Pro is even teased to support underwater photography.
The phone comes in Granite Black and Marble White colors. On the front, it sports a 6.7-inch AMOLED display that delivers vibrant colors with 1 billion shades. The display has a resolution of 1080 x 2412 pixels and supports a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. With a typical brightness of 600 nits and a peak brightness of 1200 nits for high brightness content the screen ensures excellent visibility. Moreover, the bezels are slim giving the phone a modern and sleek look. For security, it features an under-display fingerprint sensor and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 for protection.
Performance and Battery
Under the hood, the Oppo F29 Pro 5G is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Energy chipset built on a 4nm process. This includes 2 Cortex A78 cores clocked at 2.5 GHz and 4 Cortex A55 cores clocked at 2 GHz which provides solid performance for daily tasks and moderate gaming. For graphics, the phone is equipped with the Mali-G615 MP2 GPU. It runs on ColorOS 15 based on Android 15.
In terms of memory, you get options of 8GB RAM with 128/256GB storage or 12GB RAM with 256GB storage, all backed by UFS 3.1 technology for faster data transfer. As for the battery, the Oppo F29 Pro 5G has a 6,000 mAh capacity, which is smaller compared to the base variant’s 6,500 mAh battery. However, it supports fast 80W charging allowing the battery to be charged up to 45% in just 20 minutes.
The Oppo F29 Pro 5G features a 50MP primary camera with an f/1.8 aperture and a 2MP macro sensor. Like the F29 5G, it lacks an ultra-wide camera. On the front it has a 16MP camera with an f/2.4 aperture. Both cameras can capture videos at 4K at 30fps.
In terms of connectivity, the F29 Pro 5G supports Bluetooth 5.4 and comes with a USB Type-C port for charging. The phone includes AI LinkBoost Technology and Hunter Antenna Architecture, which boosts signal strength by up to 300%. It also supports 4×4 MIMO for frequency bands B40, B3, and B39. For navigation, it supports GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS, and other sensors like accelerometer, gyro, proximity, and compass.
If you aren’t aware of the news, Dell, the laptop and PC maker, has decided on a major rebranding of its laptop lineup. Say goodbye to the Inspirons, Latitudes, and XPS-es, and say hello to the new DELL PRO MAX PREMIUM (that’s real, I didn’t make it up, I swear). Regardless, we’ll surely dive more into that once the 2025 models start landing in Nepal but for now, let’s direct our attention to the XPS 13 9350 (2024) including its features and specifications, alongside price in Nepal and availability.
Dell XPS 13 9350 Overview
Design and Display
Since Dell was probably planning for a big redesign in 2025, the 2024 models are pretty similar to their 2023 counterparts in terms of design philosophy. We have already covered the first batch of XPS 13s for 2024 with Core Ultra Series 1 chips (Meteor Lake) here. So, check that one out if you want a wider range of options because today we are only going to talk about the XPS 13 9350 which houses an Intel Lunar Lake chipset.
The chassis is the same as other 2024 iterations measuring 295.3mm x 199mm in width and depth while it is slightly more than 15mm in height. Still, a super portable machine at just 1.2 kgs, and the build quality is top-notch with a CNC-milled unibody and ultra-modern aesthetic. The display can be configured with up to 13.4” touch OLED at 3K+ resolution, 400+ nits of brightness, and 100% DCIP3 colors. The currently available configuration has a nontouch IPS screen but it goes up to 120Hz.
Performance and Memory
Under the hood, the XPS 9350 houses Intel’s Core Ultra Series 2 Lunar Lake processors. The specific variant that has landed in Nepal houses an Ultra 7 256V. But don’t worry about missing out or anything since all SKUs of Lunar Lake have the same 8 cores and threads with only slight differences in clock speeds and cache. Well, it’s a bit more complicated than that because it’s not about just the CPU anymore!
The Lunar Lake, similar to Apple’s M series, features a system-on-a-chip (SoC) design that integrates the CPU, GPU, NPU and Memory on the same silicon die. So, with the higher tier SKUs, you are also getting an improved GPU, stronger NPU, and more memory. The variant of the XPS 9350 available in Nepal ships with the Arc 140V GPU with 8 Xe cores at up to 1.95 GHz, a 47 TOPS NPU, and 16GB of LPDDR5X-8533 memory. For storage, there’s a tiny M.2 2242 SSD inside (swappable) with a capacity of 512 gigs!
Connectivity and Extras
Running things underneath is a 55Wh battery that charges via the Type-C port on either side. That leaves just another Thunderbolt 4 for all your connectivity needs…what a bummer! Regardless, Dell is at least generous enough to ship you a dongle alongside the machine for Type-A and HDMI connections. On the wireless side, you have WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4.
There’s a Windows Hello compliant fingerprint reader in the power button alongside an HFD webcam and an IR blaster on the top bezel. And there’s a quad-speaker setup despite the tight housing with a 2W + 2W configuration totalling a total peak output of 8W. The sexy-looking zero-lattice keyboard stays the same as before with roughly a millimeter of travel and touchbar up top alongside the same glass haptic touchpad as before.
Dell XPS 13 9350 Specifications:
Design and Build: Aluminium body and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (Palm Rest)
Dell XPS 13 9350 (2024) Price in Nepal and Availability
The newest Dell XPS is now available in Nepal via the Hukut Store. Dell XPS 13 9350 (2024) price in Nepal is NPR 209,999 for the Core Ultra 7 256V alongside 16GB of RAM and a 512GB NVME Gen 4 SSD.
Oppo launched the F29 5G and the F29 Pro today. In this article, we’ll be discussing the base variant, which comes with features like the Snapdragon Gen 1 chipset and a huge 6,500 mAh battery. Let’s dive into the details of Oppo F29 5G including its specifications and expected price in Nepal.
Oppo F29 Overview
Design and Display
The Oppo F29 has a similar design to the recently launched Oppo A5 featuring a sleek and premium look with Solid Purple and Glacier Blue colors. The phone comes with IP66, IP68, and IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance. Additionally, it has a 360-degree Armour Body and Military-grade MIL-STD-810H-2022 certification. Must be tough huh? One of the features I find really cool is its ability to support underwater photography.
The phone has a 6.7-inch AMOLED display that delivers vibrant colors with 1 billion shades. The resolution is 1080 x 2412 pixels, and the display supports a 120Hz refresh rate making it smooth for daily use. With a typical brightness of 600 nits, it’s good for everyday lighting conditions. It can peak at 1200 nits when displaying high-brightness content. The bezels are slim giving the screen a modern look, and there’s an under-display fingerprint sensor for security.
Performance and Battery
Under the hood, the F29 features the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset (built on a 4nm process) with 4 Cortex A73 cores and 4 Cortex A53 cores. This is good enough for everyday tasks but if you’re into heavy gaming, you might want to consider other options. For graphics, the device uses the Adreno 710 GPU. On the software side the F29 runs on ColorOS 15 based on Android 15. As for storage, you get 8GB of RAM paired with either 128GB or 256GB of internal storage both featuring UFS technology.
The Oppo F29 packs a pretty solid battery with a capacity of 6,500 mAh which makes it the largest in the F series so far. With this battery, you can expect great battery life throughout the day. Plus, it supports 45W SUPERVOOC fast charging which should recharge the phone quickly.
The F29 has a 50MP main camera with an f/1.8 aperture along with a 2MP telephoto lens. However, it’s missing an ultra-wide camera which isn’t particularly surprising for me given Oppo’s recent trend of excluding this feature from their budget phones. The rear camera can shoot videos in 4K at 30fps which is quite impressive for the price range tho. On the front there’s a 16MP camera with an f/2.4 aperture which is also capable of shooting 4K videos at 30fps.
In terms of connectivity, the F29 includes Bluetooth 5.4 and a USB Type-C port for charging. The phone features AI LinkBoost Technology and a Hunter Antenna Architecture, which is claimed to boost signal strength by up to 300%. Additionally, it supports 4 x 4 MIMO for frequency bands B40, B3, and B39. For navigation, it supports GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS, and other sensors like accelerometer, gyro, proximity, and compass.
Oppo F29 5G Specifications
Design: Sleek and premium
Protection: IP66, IP68, IP69 ratings for dust and splash resistance, Military-grade MIL-STD-810H-2022 certification, under-display fingerprint sensor
Display: 6.7-inch AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate
Resolution: 1080 x 2412 pixels
Chipset: Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4nm)
Graphics: Adreno 710
RAM: 8GB
ROM: 128GB/256GB, UFS technology
Rear Camera: 50MP main camera (f/1.8), 2MP telephoto lens, capable of 4K video recording
Front Camera: 16MP (f/2.4), capable of 4K video recording
Battery: 6,500 mAh, 45W SUPERVOOC fast charging
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C, AI LinkBoost, 4 x 4 MIMO, GPS, and other sensors
Color: Solid Purple, Glacier Blue
Oppo F29 5G Availability and Price in Nepal
The Oppo F29 5G has been launched in India at the price of INR 23,999. When it launches in Nepal, we anticipate the price to be around NPR 38,000.
Google launched the Pixel 9 series a back in August 2024, comprising the base model, Pro model, Pro XL variant, and the Fold option. Like always, the American company has now added an affordable option with the “a” suffix to the series. Here in this article, let’s get into the specs, features and expected price of Google Pixel 9a in Nepal.
Google Pixel 9a Overview
Performance and Storage
Under the hood, the Google Pixel 9a features the Tensor G4 chipset, the most powerful Google SoC to date. It is complemented by a Titan M2 security processor. This 4nm processor features a Cortex-X4 at 3.1GHz, three Corte-A720 cores at 2.6GHz, and four Cortex A520 cores at 1.9GHz. In terms of memory options, it is available in two options: 8/128GB and 8/256GB. Likewise, this smartphone boots on Android 15 OS, and Google has promised 7 years of OS updates and security patches too.
Display and Design
Talking of the design, the Pixel 9a takes a minimal approach with a monotone color on the back and a minimal camera module. The middle frame is made of aluminum while the display is a 6.3-inch pOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and Gorilla Glass 3 protection. phone includes a 6.285-inch display with a resolution of 1080×2424 pixels. Additionally, the display offers peak brightness of up to 2,700 nits and HDR brightness of 1,800 nits. As for the ingress protection, it is IP68-rated for dust and water resistance. Likewise, Google ships this guy in four shades: Iris, Peony, Porcelain, and Obsidian.
Camera Setup and Battery
Getting to the optics, the rear camera module consists of two sensors. The main camera is a 48MP f/1.7 (Samsung ISOCELL GN8), while the ultrawide camera is a 13MP f/2.2 (Sony IMX712). The front camera is also a 13MP Sony IMX712. It also enjoys AI features such as Add Me, Best Take, and Magic Editor from the Pixel 9 Series. Meanwhile, fueling the device is a 5100mAh battery with 23W wired and 7.5W wireless charging support. Connectivity includes 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 6, NFC, and USB-C 3.2.
Battery: 5100mAh, with 23W wired and 7.5W wireless charging
Security: Fingerprint sensor (optical in-display)
Google Pixel 9a Price in Nepal and Launch Date
The Pixel 9a is priced at USD 499 for the base 8/128GB trim and USD 599 for the 8/256GB model. If it ever makes its way here, we expect the Google Pixel 9a price in Nepal to begin from NPR 69,999.
