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Infinix Zero 8 announced with Helio G90T and 90 Hz display

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Infinix Zero 8 announced with Helio G90T and 90 Hz display

Infinix has pulled the curtain off its latest offering. The new Infinix Zero 8 looks to be a gaming-centric phone for the mass as it comes with Helio G90T SoC and 90Hz display. Keep reading to know more about the specs, features, expected price, and availability of Infinix Zero 8 in Nepal.

Infinix Zero 8 Overview

Design and Display

Infinix Zero 8 Design

Infinix Zero 8 sports a 6.85-inch Full HD+ display. The panel features a pill-shaped cut-out to house the dual selfie camera setup. It is on the top left corner of the screen. The highlight of the phone is the 90Hz refresh rate. Zero 8 is the first smartphone from Infinix to come with this feature. Similarly, the touch sampling rate on the device is 180Hz.

On the back, we can notice the diamond-shaped camera module. The fingerprint scanner is placed on the side of the device. Thus, the rear panel looks clean.

Performance and Memory

Under the hood, Infinix has included Helio G90T chipset. It is a gaming-centric SoC from MediaTek. Helio G90T is a proven performer in the mid-range segment. The chipset has been used in popular mid-range smartphones such as Redmi Note 8 Pro and Realme 6. Talking about memory, the Infinix Zero 8 comes with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. Users can expand the latter using a microSD card.

Camera

Infinix Zero 8 camera setup

Infinix Zero 8 flaunts a quad-camera setup on the back. The setup is led by a 64MP Sony IMX686 primary sensor. The primary sensor is capable of recording 4K videos. Zero 8 also features an ultra-wide-angle camera that we don’t get to see in cheaper Infinix phones. The 8MP camera can also be used for macro photography (2.5cm). The two cameras are accompanied by an ultra-night video camera and a portrait camera. The four sensors are enclosed inside a rhombus-shaped module alongside the quad-LED flash.

For selfies, we are looking at a 48MP primary selfie camera. It can record 4K videos and supports ultra-night selfies. It is accompanied by an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera. Both the ultra-wide-angle sensors on the front and the back utilize gyroscope, EIS 3.0 algorithms for better stabilization. The selfie camera setup comes with a dual-flash arrangement.

Rest of the specs

The device comes with a 4,500mAh battery. For faster refueling, Infinix has included support for 33W SuperCharge technology. The device runs on Infinix’s XOS 7 based on Android 10. It is available in three color options. For audio, the device features 3.5mm headphone jack and DTS Audio technology.

Infinix Zero 8 battery

Infinix Zero 8 Specifications:

  • Dimensions:  168.74×76.08×9.07mm
  • Design: Gem Cut Finish
  • Display: 6.85″ Smooth display; 90Hz refresh rate; 180Hz sampling rate
  • Resolution: FHD+
  • Rear Camera: Quad,
    – 64MP Sony IMX686 6P lens
    – 8MP Ultra-wide angle camera
    – Depth sensor
    – Ultra night video camera
    – Quad-LED flash
  • Front Camera: Dual
    – 48MP primary selfie camera
    – 8MP Ultra-wide angle camera
  • Chipset: MediaTek Helio G90T; 12nm Mobile Platform
  • OS: XOS 7 based on Android 10
  • RAM: 8GB
  • Audio: DTS Audio
  • Storage: 128 GB, expandable
  • Battery: 4,500 mAh, 33W SuperCharge
  • Security: Fingerprint (side-mounted), Face Unlock

Infinix Zero 8 Price and Availability

Infinix Zero 8 will go on sale from August 31 in Indonesia, where its price is IDR 3,799,000. We can expect the price of Infinix Zero 8 in Nepal to be around Rs.32,000.

Smartphone Model Expected Price in Nepal
Infinix Zero 8 ~ Rs. 32,000

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Fairphone 3 Plus aims to be the best sustainable smartphone in the market

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Fairphone 3 Plus aims to be the best sustainable smartphone in the market

Smartphones are not exactly environment-friendly, are they? I mean most of them have small upgrade cycles. And to get hold of the latest model, we tend to discard the older ones creating e-waste on a very large scale. While most companies are trying to feed the customers the latest spec’d devices, they usually tend to discard things such as e-waste. However, Dutch smartphone manufacturer Fairphone is trying to change the game. It develops sustainable smartphones with a modular design. And the latest device that they have launched is the Fairphone 3 Plus. It is similar to its predecessor, the Fairphone 3 barring some upgrades in the camera department. Let’s see what this Fairphone 3 Plus is all about including its price.

Fairphone 3+ Overview

As mentioned above, the Fairphone 3 Plus is the successor to last year’s Fariphone 3. This new model brings in some minor design and software changes. However, there is a huge upgrade in the camera department. 

The upgraded camera system consists of a 48MP primary sensor and a 16MP selfie camera. Now, this module is certainly a massive upgrade from what was there in the Fairphone 3 which had a 12MP primary camera and an 8MP selfie camera. Furthermore, this upgraded camera module boasts faster focus, better contrast, and improved low light performance.

fairphone 3 plus modules

Sticking true to its core values, the upgraded camera sensors will be available separately. Moreover, they have been engineered in a way in such that they can seamlessly fit into the older Fairphone 3 too. Furthermore, once you purchase the new camera module, the company gives you a pack in which you can return the old camera module. Which in turn will be recycled or refurbished. This really goes on to show how much this company cares about improving the life of a smartphone. Furthermore, in order to decrease the e-waste, this device is made with 40% recycled plastics. Besides that, Fairphone also believes in fair working conditions and wages. 

The other specifications of this device are akin to most mid-range smartphones. And these are pretty much similar to the Fairphone 3. This device comes with a 5.7-inch LCD panel with an FHD+ resolution and Gorilla Glass 5 protection. Besides that, it runs on the Snapdragon 632 SoC. The processor is complemented by 4GB of RAM and 64GB storage.

It has a 3000mAh battery powering the whole device and it supports Qualcomm Quick Charge. Also, there’s an upgrade in the audio system too. And as you might have already guessed, it is also modular.

Design changes include an opaque back instead of a transparent one. And the fingerprint sensor has been moved to the back too.

Fairphone 3 Plus Specifications:

  • Display: 5.7″ IPS LCD with Full HD+ resolution (1080 x 2160 pixels)
  • Rear Camera: 48 MP primary lens with f/1.8 aperture & PDAF
  • Front Camera: 16MP with f/2.0 aperture
  • Processor: Octa-core 14nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 632
  • GPU: Adreno 506
  • RAM: 4 GB
  • Storage: 64 GB onboard, expandable
  • Battery: 3000 mAh, removable
  • Sensors: Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Fairphone 3 Plus Price and Availability

The device is already available for pre-booking via the company’s website. However, the actual sales will only commence from September 14. The price of Fariphone 3 Plus is €469 ($555). The main camera module can be purchased for €60 ($70) and the selfie camera module can be purchased for €35 ($41). However, while buying the bundle i.e the primary and the selfie camera together you’ll be able to save €25. Fairphone 3 Plus will only be available in Europe for now. However, global availability might be a possibility soon.

Model Name Price  Availability
Fairphone 3 Plus (4/64GB) €469 (~ NPR 65,000)
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AI & 5G powered Zhengzhou Autopilot Bus line goes on test run

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AI & 5G powered Zhengzhou Autopilot Bus line goes on test run

What can we accomplish with a faster network? Well, researchers at Samsung suggest we will soon be able to create a digital copy of ourselves to control the environment at which we are not physically present, that is, with the next-generation 6G connectivity. As of now, countries are still adapting to 5G technology. The major application of the technology has been in the AIoT and robot industries. A transport system in China has put 5G technology in work for self-driving public transport.

Zhengzhou Autopilot Bus Line Overview

The news comes from central China’s province of Henan. Zhengzhou Yutong Bus Co. Ltd has launched the 5G-powered Zhengzhou Autopilot Bus Line. The trial operation began on June 20 and it has been more than two months that the intelligent buses have been operating on the roads of Henan. According to the company, the buses have attracted a lot of public interest within the two months of operation.

Charging station autopilot bus
Source: Xinhua

From the outside, the intelligent buses look just like any other public buses on the street. However, Xinhua reports that the buses are more spacious from inside. Zhengzhou Yutong Bus Ltd has equipped with AI technologies that steer the buses when the autopilot mode is active. The autopilot buses use a 5G network to communicate with the cloud control platform. They can also communicate with the traffic signals on their route. When it is nearing a crossroad, the bus connects to the corresponding light and slow down itself. The whole process is demonstrated on the screen placed inside the bus.

Cloud Control

According to Qin Zhaodong, an engineer working on the project, the cloud stores seven major functions that smooths the overall operation. It includes Health Safety Checking, Auto-Parking, and Auto-Charging. The buses can recognize the parking area and park itself without the help of any human. When the juices run out, the buses can summon the charging mechanism and charge itself. The company is also working on an Intelligent Calling System. Users can call the function by pressing a button and a mini-bus will be available at the location. It is supposed to work like a taxi service.

driving staff in Autopilot bus
Source: Xinhua

Compliance to Safety Regulation

The central control headquarter is filled with video-games like simulators that can be used to remotely operate the bus. As of now, the company has to include at least one driving staff to comply with the existing driving and safety regulations. The driver can take over control in case of emergencies. Similarly, if the system encounters any abnormalities it requests the staff to handle the bus.

So, that is for the Zhengzhou autopilot bus line. What do you think of AI and robots taking over a public transport system? Let us know with your comments.

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Gionee M30 with a massive 10,000 mAh battery launched

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Gionee M30 with a massive 10,000 mAh battery launched

Gionee has announced its latest smartphone – Gionee M30. The main talking point of the device has been its battery. The M30 comes with a massive battery of 10,000mAh. Read along to know about the complete specs, features, expected price, and availability of Gionee M30 in Nepal.

Gionee M30 Overview

Design and Display

Gionee M30 Design

With a 10,000mAh battery, the M30 was never going to be a light phone by any means. The phone weighs around 305 grams. The body of the Gionee M30 measures 161.8 x 75.3 x 14.6mm. Gionee has used an aluminum body and frames in this device. On the back, the device sports a soft leather-like texture. One can notice a pill-shaped camera module. There is a circular fingerprint sensor just below it. Towards the bottom, Gionee has included its logo.

Gionee M30 sports a 6.0-inch IPS LCD screen with HD+ resolution. The selfie camera has been adjusted at the top right corner of the screen.

Performance and Camera

Gionee M30 Camera Setup

Under the hood, the Gionee M30 packs in MediaTek Helio P60 chipset. The chipset is almost two years old and is based on TSMC’s 12nm process node. It is an octa-core processor with four Cortex-A73 cores (@2.0 GHz) and four Cortex-A53 cores (@2.0 GHz). The graphics are handled by Mali G72 GPU. Gionee has paired 8GB of RAM with 128GB of internal storage. Users can expand the latter further up to 256GB using a microSD card.

On the back, Gionee could only accommodate a single camera sensor. The 16MP main camera is enclosed inside a pill-shaped camera module along with an LED flash. There is a 16MP camera at the front for selfies.

Rest of the Specs

Gionee M30 Battery

The phone comes with a 10,000mAh battery. Given the specs, it should provide better battery endurance than other mainstream smartphones. Once the juice runs out, users can recharge the device using the 25W fast charger. The phone supports reverse charging so it can also be used as a power bank. Similarly, the M30 comes with 3.5mm headphone jack and dual stereo speakers. Gionee M30 supports dual-sim connectivity. Similarly, it also supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, and has a USB Type-C port.

Gionee M30 Specifications:

  • Dimension: 161.8 x 75.3 x 14.6-mm
  • Weight: 305g
  • Display: 6.0-inch HD+ panel
  • Chipset: MediaTek Helio P60, 12nm
  • GPU: Mali-G72 MP3
  • RAM: 8GB
  • Storage: 128GB (expandable via a microSD card)
  • Rear Camera: 16MP primary camera
  • Front camera: 8MP camera
  • SIM: Dual SIM
  • Audio: Dual stereo speakers
  • Security: Fingerprint sensor (rear,-mounted)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, GPS
  • Battery: 10,000mAh with 25W fast charging

Gionee M30 Price and Availability

Gionee M30 will go on sale from August 31 in China, where its price is 1,399 Yuan. We expect the price of Gionee M30 in Nepal to be around Rs. 25,000.

Smartphone Model Expected Price in Nepal
Gionee M30 ~ Rs. 25,000
  • Check out our review of Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra.

Asus Zenfone 7 and 7 Pro launched with rotating camera and flagship grade specs

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Asus Zenfone 7 and 7 Pro launched with rotating camera and flagship grade specs

Asus is a known name when it comes to laptops and gaming smartphones. But it fails to garner any attention in the regular flagships smartphone segment. The company tried to change the customer’s perception through the Asus Zenfone 6. It was quite a revolutionary device considering its flip cameras. And now the company has come up with its successor, namely, Asus Zenfone 7 and Asus Zenfone 7 Pro. Both of them are true flagship smartphones and bring some exciting features to the table. So, let’s find out about the specifications of Asus Zenfone 7 & Asus Zenfone 7 Pro including their expected price in Nepal.

Asus Zenfone 7 and Zenfone 7 Pro Overview

Zenfone 7 and Zenfone 7 Pro pretty much provide the standard specifications that flagships in 2020 should have. They both share most of the specifications between each other, however, there are some minor differences. The cameras are easily their selling point, so let’s begin with that.

Cameras

There has been an improvement in the camera department of Zenfone 7 and 7 Pro from its predecessor. It is still a motorized rotating camera, however, it can now survive almost 200,000 flips. That’s almost twice as much from that of the Zenfone 6.

The connection of the camera to the body has been improved and the official rating states that it can survive 100 flips a day for 5 years straight. Furthermore, users can now manually select the angles in which they want the camera to flip. Overall, one will have a smoother experience with this one.

Talking about the camera module itself, it is a triple-camera array this time. The primary lens is the 64MP Sony IMX686 sensor with 2×1 OCL autofocus. Moreover, the sensor is capable of recording 8K videos at 30fps and 4K videos at 120fps. The primary lens is complemented by a 12MP Sony IMX363 ultra-wide sensor with autofocus and Dual Pixel AF to boot. Furthermore, it is also capable of recording 4K video. Lastly, there’s an 8MP telephoto lens with a 3X optical zoom. On the Pro variant, both the wide-angle and the telephoto lens get OIS. However, this feature is missing in the vanilla Zenfone 7.

As the camera module is a motorized rotating one, the back panel itself can be used to shoot stellar selfies. Here, the added bonus is that you get autofocus and 8K, 4K video recording capabilities on the selfie camera too.  

Display

The Zenfone 7 series sport a 6.67-inch Samsung-made AMOLED panel with 1080p resolution. They have a refresh rate of 90Hz and a touch sampling rate of 200Hz. Similarly, their peak brightness is 700nits, they have DC dimming, an Always On mode, and 110% DCI-P3 coverage. Thus, you get an accurate color calibration out-of-the-box. The benefit of having a flip camera module means that you get to fully utilize the 6.67-inch screen as there is no punch-hole or a notch.

Processor, Storage, and Others

The vanilla Zenfone 7 features Snapdragon 865 whereas the Pro variant comes with Snapdragon 865+. Similarly, both of them have LPDDR5 RAM. With the Pro variant, you get the 8GB/256GB combination. However, the standard one comes with an option of either 6GB or 8GB RAM coupled with 128GB storage. One can expand the storage of either phone to up to 2TB via a microSD card.

On the battery front, you get the same 5000mAh unit as seen in their predecessor. However, the devices now support 30W fast charging. Sadly though, there is no wireless charging. 

Now, despite having an AMOLED screen, there is no in-display fingerprint sensor. It is now integrated into the power button and is side-mounted. 

ASUS Zenfone 7, 7 Pro Specifications:

  • Design: Glass body, aluminum frame, Flip-camera module, side-mounted fingerprint sensor
  • Display: 6.67″ Super AMOLED all-screen display with Full HD+ resolution (1080 x 2400 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio, Gorilla Glass 6 protection, HDR10+, 90Hz refresh rate
  • Rear Camera: Triple, 64 MP primary with f/1.8 aperture, PDAF, auto-panorama (OIS on Pro model) + 8 MP telephoto lens with f/2.4 aperture, PDAF, 3x optical zoom (OIS on Pro model) + 12MP ultra-wide lens with f/2.2 aperture
  • Front Camera: Motorized Flip Rear camera module
  • Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 (standard Zenfone 7); Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ (Zenfone 7 Pro)
  • GPU: Adreno 650
  • RAM: 6 GB / 8 GB (Zenfone 7); 8GB (Zenfone 7 Pro)
  • Storage: 128GB (Zenfone 7); 256 GB(Zenfone 7 Pro), expandable via microSD
  • OS: Android 10 with Zenfone UI 7 on top
  • Battery: 5000 mAh with 30-Watt Fast Charging
  • Colors: Aurora Black, Pastel White

Asus Zenfone 7 and 7 Pro Price and Availability

The devices are currently available in Taiwan and will release Globally on September 1. Currently, in the Taiwanese market, the standard Asus Zenfone 7 (6GB/128GB) is priced at NT$ 21,990 ($750). Similarly, the Pro variant is priced at NT$27,990 ($950).

The global pricing of the devices will be announced next week. But as we can see, these devices won’t come cheap. So, if they become available in Nepal, the price of the standard Asus Zenfone 7 might be around NPR 80,000, and the Zenfone 7 Pro will probably cost NPR NPR 95,000.

Smartphone Model Price in Nepal (Expected)
Zenfone 7 (6/128GB) ~ Rs. 80,000
Zenfone 7 (8/128GB) ~ Rs. 85,000
Zenfone 7 (8/256GB) ~ Rs. 95,000

Fitbit announces trio of fitness trackers with Google Assistant

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Fitbit announces trio of fitness trackers with Google Assistant

Fitbit is a renowned brand when it comes to smart wearable accessories. The brand has recently announced three fitness trackers. The highlight of the bunch is the Fitbit Sense. It is accompanied by Fitbit Versa 3 and Inspire 2.

Fitbit Sense Overview

Fitbit Sense Design

Fitbit Sense is the company’s most advanced health smartwatch to date. It is also the first smartwatch to feature Electrodermal Activity (EDA) sensor. This sensor can help users manage stress. It detects a change in the electrical conductivity of the skin. This sensor evaluates how their body responds to stressors and relievers.

The Stress Management Score in the Fitbit Sense evaluates heart rate, sleep, and activity data. The score ranges from 1 to 100. A higher score represents a fewer response to stress. The app also provides suggestions to manage stress, and for breathing exercises.

Health Tracking

 

Fitbit Sense is the first smartwatch from the brand to come with an ECG app. It checks your heartbeat for symptoms of atrial fibrillation. Just like the Apple watch, users need to hold their fingers on the corners of the ring around the watch for around 30 seconds to receive a reading. It is also capable of 24/7 continuous heart rate tracking.

The Fitbit Sense also features a skin temperature sensor. It can detect early symptoms of fever and illness. Fitbit claims it can even detect the start of a new menstrual phase. The sensor works even when you are asleep. Fitbit is also providing six months of Fitbit Premium for free. It now comes with an improved Health Metric dashboard. Similarly, it also provides insights on the SpO2 level.

Other features include sleep stages and sleep score, 20+ goal-based exercise modes , all-day activity tracking, active zone minutes, workout intensity map, menstrual health tracking.

Rest of the Specs

Fitbit Sense battery backup

The Fitbit Sense sports an AMOLED display with built-in ambient light sensor. Users can also turn on an always-on display. The smartwatch is rated for 6 days of battery life. The Li-Po battery takes 40 minutes to go from 10 – 80%. Similarly, 12 minutes of fast charging can result in 1 day of usage. It is compatible with devices running on Apple iOS 12.2 or higher and Android 7.0 or higher. The watch is resistant to water up to 50 meters.

Fitbit Sense Specifications:

  • Dimension: 1.59 x 1.59 x 0.49-inches
  • Display: AMOLED, Always-on Display; Built-in Ambient light sensor
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n (2.4GHz), Bluetooth 5.0, GPS+GLONASS
  • Sensors: EDA, Optical heart sensor, Temperature sensor, Gyroscope, 3-axis Accelerometer, Altimeter
  • Audio: Microphones, Speaker
  • Battery Backup: up to 6 days
  • Charging time: 40 minutes (10-80%)
  • Compatibility: iOS 12.2 or 12.2+ and Android 7.0 or 7.0+
  • Water Resistant: Up to 50m
  • Features: 24/7 heart rate tracking, sleep stages & sleep score, Active Zone Minutes, All-Day Activity Tracking, 20+ Goal-Based Exercise Modes & SmartTrack, Workout Intensity Map, Sleep Mode, Guided Breathing Sessions

Fitbit Versa 3

Fitbit Versa 3

Fitbit Versa is the company’s most popular smartwatch family. The Versa 3 adds new health and fitness features to the lineup. It does not come with any of the new sensors introduced in the Fitbit Sense. Other than that, the features remain more or less the same. As the Fitbit sense, it comes with PurePulse 2.0 technology and Active Zone Minutes. It also has a built-in speaker, microphone, and GPS.

 

Fitbit Inspire 2

Fitbit Inspire 2 is the latest fitness band from the company. It now comes with Active Zone minutes, improved design, and a brighter screen. Inspire 2 has a battery back of around 10 days. It supports 20+ goal-based exercise modes, advanced sleep tools, 24/7 heart rate tracking, and menstrual health tracking. Fitbit Inspire 2

Fitbit Sense, Versa 3 & Inspire 2 Price and Availability

Fitbit Sense is available in India where its price is INR 33,999. Similarly, Fitbit Versa 3 and Inspire 2 come with a price tag of INR 25,999 and INR 25,999 respectively. We can expect the price of Fitbit Sense, Versa 3, and Inspire 2 in Nepal to be around Rs.55,000, Rs. 42,000 and Rs. 18,000, respectively.

Smart Wearable Price in India Expected Price in Nepal
Fitbit Sense INR 33,999 ~ Rs.55,000
Fitbit Versa 3 INR 25,999 ~ Rs. 42,000
Fitbit Inspire 2 INR 25,999 ~ Rs. 18,000
  • Check out our long-term review of Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2.

Gionee Max Unveiled: stellar handset that won’t break the bank

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Gionee Max Unveiled: stellar handset that won’t break the bank

After the bankruptcy in 2018, we have not heard much from Gionee. However, the Chinese brand is already back and has already launched some budget-oriented devices in China and other limited markets. The brand has recently launched a new device in India. Read along to know more about the specs, features, expected price, and availability of Gionee Max in Nepal.

Gionee Max Overview

Design and Display

Gionee Max sports a 6.1-inch (15.46cm) HD+ screen. It has a dewdrop style notch on the top that houses the selfie camera. The phone is not the best looking phone out there. It has thick bezels around the screen. It is more apparent at the bottom of the screen where it is the thickest. Gionee has included a 2.5D curved glass for protection.

Gionee Max Display

On the back, one can notice the pill-shaped camera module enclosing the dual-camera setup. An LED flash resides just below it. Gionee has included its logo on the bottom. Other than that, there is a speaker grill at the bottom left position.

Performance and Camera

Since it’s a device targeted to budget-conscious users, don’t expect much in the performance department. The device is powered by an unspecified chipset. It’s an octa-core processor with a maximum clock speed of up to 1.6Ghz. As far as memory is concerned, the device comes with 2GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. The latter can be expanded up to 256GB using a microSD card.

On the back, Gionee Max flaunts a dual-camera setup. The primary camera uses a 13MP sensor. It is accompanied by a depth sensor. Gionee has not publically said anything about the size of the sensor. There is a 5MP selfie camera housed inside the notch.

Rest of the specs

The main selling point of the device is its massive battery. Gionee is claiming up to 28 days of standby time from the 5,000mAh battery. Similarly, the phone is said to last 24 hours of music playback or 9 hours of offline video or 42 hours of calling or 12 hours of gaming on a single charging.

Gionee Max Battery

Similarly, the device supports reverse charging so you can even use it to charge your primary phone. It doesn’t come with a fingerprint sensor so, users will have to rely on the Face Unlock feature. It is available in three color options – Blue, Black, and Red.

Gionee Max Specifications:

  • Display: 6.1-inches 2.5D panel
  • Resolution: HD+ (1560 x 720pixels)
  • Chipset: unspecified
  • CPU: Octa-core (up to 1.6GHz)
  • RAM: 2GB RAM
  • Storage: 32GB, expandable  up to 256GB via a microSD card
  • Software & UI: Android 10
  • Rear Camera: Dual-camera;
    – 13MP primary sensor
    – Bokeh lens
  • Front Camera: 5MP
  • Connectivity: 4G VOLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, OTG, A-GPS
  • Security: Face unlock
  • Battery: 5000mAh

Gionee Max Price and Availability

Gionee Max will go on sale from August 31 in India, where its price is INR 5,999. Moreover, the brand is also planning to return to the Nepali market as well. We expect the price of Gionee Max in Nepal to be around Rs.11,000.

Smartphone Model Expected Price in Nepal
Gionee Max ~ Rs. 11,000

Chinese smartphone stealing money from people in underdeveloped nations

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Chinese smartphone stealing money from people in underdeveloped nations

The digital world will always be susceptible to security threats. Data theft, hacks, and whatnot. Moreover, with the increase in the number of smartphone and internet users, these threats are only going to increase. American, Russian, and Chinese tech firms are usually at the forefront regarding cyber-security issues. And while the world is busy determining the potential spying by Huawei phones, another Chinese smartphone manufacturer is already making headway. Reports from Secure-D and BuzzFeed News suggest that Tecno W2 phones come infected with money stealing malware out-of-the-box.

Basically, these out-of-the-box malware steals money from customers by making unwanted transactions. The Triada and xHelper software are the main culprits here. Not only do they bug users by creating those irritating pop-up ads, but they also quietly download other apps. And then subscribe users to the app’s paid services. As result customers are left paying extra unwanted bills. 

This malware is especially troubling people in African countries such as Egypt, Ghana, and South Africa. However, the device has also been sold in Indonesia and Myanmar. Thus, users, there are at a risk too. Secure-D stated that it had blocked 844000 malware transactions between March-December 2019 alone.

Tecno’s Statement

Well, the statement basically comes from Transsion Holdings, the company behind the Tecno Brand. They have laid the blame on a vendor in the supply chain process. However, they have refrained from naming that particular vendor.

The company even went on to say that they had already resolved this issue. The fixes for Triada were done in March 2018 whereas for xHelper it was done in late 2019. However, Secure-D claims that it was blocking those softwares in Tenco W2 until April 2020. 

Chinese smartphone manufacturers are already being portrayed as a threat to the digital world. And this malware issue in Tecno W2 smartphones is not helping in the cause. While there is no evidence of malicious intent from Transsion itself, this issue nonetheless hampers the image of Chinese smartphone manufacturers.

Tecon is a brand that appeals to low-income buyers in underdeveloped nations. So, they should look towards fixing these issues as soon as possible. Because customers in those countries might not have a better alternative than Tecno W2.

Samsung is rolling out Offline Finding feature for its Galaxy Devices

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Samsung is rolling out Offline Finding feature for its Galaxy Devices

Lost and stolen smartphones are major headaches to both the public and police administration. Android phones do provide a “Find My Device” feature under the Device Administration. However, it has not been that effective as it requires the device to be connected to an active network in order to locate. Things could change in the coming days as Samsung is working on a Find My Mobile feature that will work even when the device is offline.

Samsung Find My Mobile

Samsung Find My Mobile

The South Korean tech giant already has a feature that lets users track down their lost smartphones. The Find My Mobile app is available in most of the Galaxy phones. The smartphone owner can use the feature to locate their lost smartphones, remotely lock the device, and block Samsung Pay features. Similarly, users can erase all the data from the device to stop it from being misused. The problem here is that the feature can only work if the targetted device is connected to an internet connection.

Offline Finding

Samsung will soon be rolling out an update for the Find My Mobile for ts users. The 7.2.05.44 version of the app will add the Offline Finding feature. The app will offer services as before but this time it will work even if the device under the radar is offline. That is, users will be able to locate their phone, and encrypt all the data without an active connection.

The new feature was first spotted by Max Weinbach. He was also the person that first spotted and revealed the look of the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra a while ago. He mentions that the feature won’t be exclusive to smartphones and will work with Galaxy watches and Buds as well.

Working Mechanism

Samsung is not the first smartphone manufacturer to come with such a feature. A similar feature is available in Apple products like iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch and Macs. It uses Bluetooth to make a large smartphone detection system. Samsung has not come with an official explanation of how the offline feature will work in its Galaxy devices. But we expect the underlying mechanism to be more or less the same as the Apple counterparts.

Every smartphone will be broadcasting some sort of Bluetooth signal in a periodic manner. Nearby smartphones will be able to receive these signals. If a smartphone detects a signal from a stolen or lost smartphone it will immediately report the precise location.

Samsung Offline Finding Availability

As of now, the feature is only available in the US and South Korea. Samsung will eventually be rolling out the Offline Finding feature to other regions as well. You can even download the updated version of Find My Mobile manually from APKMirror.

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Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is the toughest smartphone out there

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Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is the toughest smartphone out there

There’s no doubt that smartphones have become an integral part of our lives. And thus have to go through the everyday turbulence along with us. They are vulnerable to drops and are usually in out pockets alongside our keys, and whatnot. Therefore, the smartphone screen nay the complete package should be robust. Every year, we see smartphone companies boast about how they have used the strongest material yet. However, most often than not they tend to be nothing more than mere statements. So, when Samsung announced that it was going to use the Corning Gorilla Glass Victus, the strongest one yet, many were skeptical about the statement. After all, nothing can be confirmed without a drop test. And that’s what we’ve got today. Let’s see whether the Gorilla Glass Victus is actually a tough one and how the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra fares against the iPhone 11 Pro Max in a drop test.

Corning Gorilla Glass Victus

Firstly, let’s talk about the material used in the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra. The device is the first and the only one to come with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus, both front, and back. The name Victus, itself means to live/survive, meaning it will help your device to survive.

The Gorilla Glass Victus is the latest aluminosilicate glass from Corning that improves upon the Gorilla Glass 6. With durability becoming an important issue for smartphone owners, Corning was hell-bent upon improving the scratch and drop resistance in the Victus. Previously, the company used to focus on only one issue at a time. 

 

The Gorilla Glass Victus was tested for taking falls from 2 meters. Previous, iterations for instance were only tested from 1.6 meters. Furthermore, this glass scored 8N load in the Knoop hardness test. This test measures the force applied to scratch using a diamond. Most aluminosilicate glasses including the previous Gorilla Glasses tend to scratch between 2-4 N load. Thus, one can easily see the significant improvements in Gorilla Glass Victus.

According to various tests, the Victus can survive a 20 1m drop test on average. For reference, Gorilla Glass 6 only survived 15 drop tests from the same height. So, there’s a 25% increment in the impact resistance in Victus. 

Galaxy Note 20 Ultra vs iPhone 11 Pro Max: Drop Test

Well, various tests have proved that the Corning Gorilla Glass Victus is indeed the “strongest glass ever”. However, at the end of the day, the durability of the phone is decided by how a manufacturer implements that glass. For instance, a manufacturer may implement a thinner sheet of the Victus to make the device thinner and drop its strength to the levels of Gorilla Glass 6. Or one can retain the thickness and use a stronger material. Basically, it is all down to the manufacturer’s implementation of the material. 

With Samsung implementing the Gorilla Glass Victus, many were keen to find out whether it can really stand the falls. And obviously, its test results were going to be compared with its competitor, the iPhone 11 Pro Max. Now, I am not gonna wait until the end to reveal the results. Multiple, drop tests clearly show that Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is more durable than the iPhone 11 Pro Max by a country mile.

When dropped from a height of 1m onto a concrete surface, Note 20 Ultra does pretty well in the backdrop test and the screen drop test. One may only see a few cracks here and there on the back, but the screen remains intact with minimal scratches. iPhone 11 Pro Max on the other hand gets smashed. The iPhone does seem to have a slight edge in the corner drop test, but that’s just minimal. 

Even when dropped from a height of 1.45m 10 times in succession, Note 20 Ultra came out with minimal scratches. iPhone on the other hand pretty much loses its major functionality when put through the same tests.

Conclusion

So, if you want to get the strongest and the most durable smartphone in the market, you’d want to get the Samsung Note 20 Ultra, which is currently available for pre-booking in Nepal. However, one must understand that these drop tests are usually done with a sample size of 1 and the test result may not translate to reality in all situations. But worry not as there is 1-year breakage insurance in Nepal. 

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