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Realme V5 announced as the cheapest 5G phone with Dimensity 720 SoC

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Realme has now officially launched the first phone in it’s V- series, the Realme V5. Furthermore, it is currently the cheapest 5G phone out there too. It comes bearing the new MediaTek Dimensity 720 SoC as we previously know from the teasers. Similarly, the device comes with a 5,000 mAh battery with 30- watt VOOC Flash charging support.

Design and Display

Realme V5 has similar display specifications as that of the Realme 6. It features a 6.5-inches IPS LCD display with a 20:9 aspect ratio, 90Hz refresh rate, and a touch sampling rate of 180Hz. The phone sports a punch- hole on the top left corner while the fingerprint sensor resides at the side.

Realme V5 Design leaked render

Realme has its logo stamped on the rear panel of the phone. Thanks to its size, it’s very hard to go unnoticed. We previously saw Realme do a similar thing in the Narzo 10A. The back is the house for a quad-camera setup that is arranged in an L- shaped rectangular module.

Camera

As mentioned earlier, the Realme V5 has four cameras at the rear, consisting of a 48MP primary lens, an 8MP ultra-wide lens with 119- degree FoV, a 2MP macro sensor, and a 2MP depth-sensing lens. The punch hole on the front houses the 16MP selfie camera.

Realme V5 official poster

Performance and Memory

In accordance with the rumors, the Realme V5 comes with MediaTek’s new lineup of the chipset, the Dimensity 720. About its architecture, it has two powerful Cortex A76 cores and six efficiency Cortex A55 units, all clocked at 2GHz. The V5 has bee launched in two configurations, one with 6GB and the other with 8GB of RAM while you get 128GB internal storage with optional expansion via a microSD slot. The phone will ship with Realme UI based on Android 10.

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5G connectivity

With the new Dimensity 720 at work, the phone will also have 5G capabilities that include support for the sub-6 GHz standard. It works on both SA and NSA networks. The company has also provided a feature called Smart 5G that switches between 5G and LTE for a seamless online experience and to save battery power.

Battery

The V5 will get its juice from a massive 5,000mAh battery with support for 30-Watt VOOC flash charging technology via Type-C outlet. The company claims that the device can get to 100% from 0 in just 65 minutes.

Realme V5 Price in Nepal and Availability (expected) 

Realme V5 has launched in China and is already available for pre-orders through its Chinese website. We can expect the Realme V5 to launch in Nepal for a price of Rs. 30,000 for the base variant.

Smartphone Model Price in china Price in Nepal 
Realme V5 (6+128GB) CNY1,499 Rs. 30,000
Realme V5 (8+128GB) CNY1,899 Rs. 37,500
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TikTok facing another banhammer: This time, in the US!

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TikTok, the ultra-famous short video sharing platform, is once again making headlines. Trump’s government in the US has suggested that it would ban Tiktok in the country. Read along to learn more about the story.

The problem with TikTok

Since its initial release in 2016, TikTok has gathered around 800 million active global users. In a recent anti-trust hearing, Mark Zuckerberg (Facebook, CEO) recognized the app as the “fastest-growing app”. The platform remains very popular with its users. However, policymakers from different countries have viewed the app as a security threat.

ByteDance, a Chinese startup company, owns TikTok. The Chinese background is enough to cause suspicions among policymakers. The problem, here, is the Chinese National Intelligence Law. All the China-based companies are required by the law to help the Chinese government in its intelligence gathering. The app is accused of collecting users’ data unethically and supplying it to the Chinese Communist Party illegally.

Around a month ago, the Indian government banned TikTok and 58 other Chinese apps showing security concerns. It came as a major blow to the company as India, at that time, was the app’s biggest market.

Trump, China, and TikTok Ban

Last year, Trump’s government included Huawei in the Entity list. FCC has also banned Huawei and ZTE from the US networks. Senators in the US were calling for investigations on the app.

The US first hinted at banning the app at the start of July. However, things have escalated quickly since the Tulsa incident. Trump announced a rally on June 19 in Tulsa. Around a million people made reservations for the event. However, the actual attendance in the event was far underwhelming. It was reported that TikTok users deliberately signed up for the event only to not show up in the event.

US Trump Tulsa Rally Attendance
Trump’s Tulsa Rally Attendance [Image Credit: LA Times]
There are two options to address the situation surrounding the controversial app – let US-based companies acquire the operations in the US or ban the app completely in the country. Trump’s latest statement suggests a ban is underway. Trump suggested he will use emergency economic powers or an executive order to impose a ban.

TikTok’s Defense

TikTok has around 80 million users in the US. As a result, the US is among its biggest audiences. Policymakers have accused the app of supplying user data to the Chinese Communist Party. TikTok says that the user data of its US audience is stored on American servers. The data are further backed by Singapore-based servers. It argues that these data don’t fall under Chinese law.

The company has also expressed its desire to be a global company. It looks forward to working in the US following all the relevant laws. TikTok has announced a $200 million Creator Fund to help American creators. The company also plans to increase it to over a billion-dollar in the span of three years. It is also working on creating over 10,000 new jobs in the US.

What does it mean to the competitors?

TikTok is the only app that can potentially threaten the likes of Facebook, Instagram, and even YouTube. Thus, these companies are already working on TikTok replacements. In its press release, TikTok acknowledges Facebook is working on another copycat product (referring to Reel) after the failure of Lasso. YouTube is also working on TikTok like a short-video feature. TikTok has accused Facebook of using patriotism for malignly attacking the company. These companies will benefit the most following ban of TikTok on US soil.

Microsoft’s Latest Statement

Microsoft has confirmed that it is still working on acquiring the operational rights of TikTok in the US and a few other regions, following discussions between the company’s CEO Satya Neadella and the US President.

Microsoft is planning to own and operate TikTok services in the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. It could even include other minor American investors. Eventually, Microsoft will make necessary amendments in the structure of the Tiktok focusing on security and privacy. The company plans to transfer data of American users inside the country. Microsoft and ByteDance are looking to wrap up everything by September 15.

So, what do you think about the story? Is TikTok really a treat? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Xiaomi Black Shark 3S with Snapdragon 865, 120Hz refresh rate launched

The last few weeks have been great for the Android gaming community. First, Qualcomm announced the SD 865+ with a clock speed of over 3.0GHz. Then we witnessed the launch of some really cool gaming smartphones. Giving continuity to this trend, Xiaomi’s gaming lineup, Black Shark has added a new device. The new Black Shark 3S isn’t an entirely new phone and is a minor upgrade to the Black Shark 3 instead. Check out the specs, features, expected price, and availability of Black Shark 3S in Nepal.

Xiaomi Black Shark 3S Overview

Design and DisplayBlack Shark 3S Design and Display

The Black Shark 3S features a 6.67-inch AMOLED display. This screen size is the same as found in the Black Shark 3. While the latter came with a 90Hz screen, its successor now has a higher 120Hz panel. The touch sampling rate is 270Hz. Its MEMC 3.0 technology on the phone can upscale slower content to a higher refresh rate. While it isn’t the fastest screen available, it does come with an HDR10+ certification and better color accuracy.

The device comes with Screen Pressure 4.0. What it means is that the display has two specialized zones which the user can assign to different in-game function.

Processor and Camera

Sadly, there is nothing new in the performance department. Like the Black Shark 3, the 3S relies on the standard Qualcomm Snapdragon 865. It’s unfortunate that the company didn’t consider the faster SD 865+ instead. However, 865 is still capable of delivering serious gaming performance. On the memory front, the device comes with a single 12GB of RAM. Users can choose between 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB of internal storage. However, the latter is not available right now. Unlike the Black Shark 3, all the variants feature LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage.

Black Shark 3S Gaming Performance

The camera department is also pretty much unchanged. It features a 64MP triple camera setup. The primary camera (f/1.8) is accompanied by a 13MP ultra-wide-angle shooter (120-degree FOV), and a dedicated 5MP depth sensor. On the front, a 20MP camera has been housed inside the top bezels.

Battery

Similarly, Black Shark 3S features a 4,729mAh battery that supports fast charging of up to 65W. The 65W charger can charge the device from 0 to 50% inside 5 minutes. Additionally, users can buy separate cooling accessories. The discrete fan connects magnetically on the back of the device that is capable of 18W charging. While it doesn’t provide an upgrade in terms of charging speed, it will allow you to continue your gaming while charging without cables disturbing you.

Additional Features

The new Black Shark 3S runs on the latest Joy 12 UI based on Android 10. Thanks to the Voice Control 2.0 feature users can now adjust their game setting through voice commands. It will come handy when you are in-game and can’t afford to leave your control. The company has partnered with Tencent for Solarcore. Turning on the hunting mode will result in improved ground visuals.

Black Shark 3S Screen Sharing

Users can record their sessions using the Black Shark Moment 3.0. The Black Shark 3S also supports screen mirroring via the USB Type-C port. The games mirrored this way will run at 60Hz refresh rate and with a latency of 40ms.

Xiaomi Black Shark 3S Specifications:

  • Body: 168.72H x 77.33W x 10.42D-mm; 222 gm
  • Display: 6.67-inch AMOLED ESports Display, 120Hz Refresh Rate, 240Hz Touch Sampling Rate, 105% DCI-P3 color gamut
  • Resolution: FHD+ (1080 x 2400 pixels); 20:9 aspect ratio
  • Chipset: Snapdragon 865; 7nm Mobile Platform
  • CPU: Octa-core (1×2.84 GHz Kryo 585 & 3×2.42 GHz Kryo 585 & 4×1.8 GHz Kryo 585)
  • GPU: Adreno 650
  • RAM: 12GB LPDDR5 (2750MHz)
  • Storage: 128/256GB UFS 3.1
  • Software & UI: Android 10 with Joy 12 on top
  • Rear Camera: Triple-camera;
    – 64MP, f/1.8 primary shooter
    – 13MP, f/2.2 ultra-wide lens; 120° FOV
    – 5MP macro lens
  • Front Camera: 20MP
  • Security: Under-display
  • Sensors: geomagnetic sensor, gyrocopter accelerometer, optical distance sensor
  • Connectivity: 5G (NA, NA, NSA), Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (2.5GHz, 5Hz), 4 x 4 MIMO, MU MIMO, Bluetooth 5.0
  • Audio: aptX, aptX HD
  • Battery: 4729mAh with 65W fast charging

Black Shark 3S Price in Nepal and Availability

Xiaomi Black Shark 3S is available for pre-order in China, where its price is ¥3,999 for 12/128GB, ¥4,299 for 12/256GB, ¥4,799 for 12/512GB. We expect the starting price of Xiaomi Black Shark 3S in Nepal to be around Rs. 70,000 if it launches.

Xiaomi Black Shark 3S Model Price in Nepal (Expected)
12GB/128GB NPR 70,000
12GB/256GB NPR 75,000
12GB/512GB NPR 85,000
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Oppo Reno4 Pro launched in India: Should make its way to Nepal soon

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Chinese tech giant Oppo has officially unveiled the global variant of the Reno4 Pro. However, it isn’t the same device that was launched in China a couple of months ago. Let’s take a look at the specs, features, expected price, and availability of global variant Oppo Reno4 Pro in Nepal.

Oppo Reno4 Pro Overview

Design and Display

The Oppo Reno4 Pro has a 6.5-inch 3D hyperboloid display that ensures the phone is comfortable to hold. Here, Oppo has included an AMOLED panel. It is TUV Rheinland certified for reduced blue rays emission that harms our eyes. Oppo Reno4 Pro also supports a 90Hz refresh rate but misses out on a dual-camera setup on the front, unlike the regular Reno4. Similarly, the touch sample rate is 180Hz.

Oppo Reno4 Pro Global Variant curved screen design

The device comes with Netflix HD certification and Amazon Prime Video HDR streaming certification too.

Performance

Powering the phones is the Snapdragon 720G SoC which is actually a downgrade from the 765G in the Chinese variant. Global variant now comes with two Kyro 465 Gold cores clocked at 2.3GHz and 6 Kyro 465 Silver cores clocked at 1.8GHz. Similarly, the 720G doesn’t have an integrated 5G modem, so the device will be void of the feature. In countries where 5G infrastructure is still scarce, the SD 765G would have only bumped the price without adding much to the functionality. Oppo has included a graphite heat-dissipation system to make the device run cool.

Camera

The global variant of the Reno4 Pro comes with four cameras compared to three sensors in the Chinese variant. But there is hardly anything to get excited as Oppo removed the telephoto lens and laser autofocus to make room for 2MP macro sensor and 2MP monochrome sensor instead. The 48MP primary sensor comes with EIS, which the company calls Super Anti-Shake 3.0. Finally, there is an 8MP ultra-wide sensor. Then, there is a single 32MP selfie camera on the front.

Oppo Reno4 Pro Global Variant Camera setup

The device supports some cool features such as Super Anti-Shake 3.0, Night Flare Portrait, Monochrome Video, and AI Color portrait.

Battery and Others

The battery capacity on the Reno4 Pro is a moderate 4000mAh cell. It also supports 65W fast charging that can refill the device completely in 36 minutes. Also, 5 minutes of charge can add up to 4 hours to the battery backup. The phone runs on Android 10 with ColorOS 7.2 on top.

Oppo Reno4 Pro Specifications:

  • Display: 6.55 AMOLED (2400 × 1080 pixels) Full HD+; 90Hz refresh rate
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G
  • CPU: Octa-Core (2 x 2.3GHz Kyro 465 Gold+ 6 x 1.8GHz Kryo 465 Silver CPUs)
  • GPU: Adreno 618
  • Rear Camera: Quad;
    – 48MP primary Sony IMX586 sensor
    – 8MP ultra-wide-angle
    – 2MP macro sensor
    – 2MP monochrome sensor
  • Front Camera: 32MP lens
  • RAM: 8GB DDR4X
  • Storage: 128GB UFS 2.1 (expandable)
  • Software: Android 10 with ColorOS 7.2 on top
  • Sensors: Fingerprint (in-display), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
  • Dimensions: 160.2×73.2×7.7mm
  • Weight: 161gms
  • Battery: 4,000mAh with 65W (SuperVOOC 2.0) fast charging

Oppo Reno4 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

Oppo Reno4 Pro is up for pre-order in India, while the actual sale will begin from August 5. The price of Reno4 Pro in India is INR 34,490 for the 8GB/128GB variant. We expect the price of Oppo Reno4 Pro in Nepal to be around NPR 56,000.

Smartphone Price in Nepal (Expected)
Oppo Reno4 (8/128GB) Rs. 56,000
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Oppo Reno4 global variant announced: Launching soon in Nepal too!

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Two months after their Chinese launch, the Oppo Reno4 lineup is finally making its way into the global market. However, the Oppo has changed some element in these smartphones to better suit the international market. In this post, we will take a look at the global variant of the Oppo Reno4 along with its specs, features, expected price, and availability in Nepal.

Oppo Reno4 Overview

Design and Display

The global variant of the Oppo Reno4 follows the same design language as its Chinese counterpart. It sports a 6.43-inch screen, with a pixel density of 409P PPI. The Reno4 is TUV Rheinland certified against blue rays emission. It boasts a local peak brightness of 800 nits. While it doesn’t support a higher refresh rate, it enjoys a dual-camera setup on the front. The screen to body ratio on Oppo Reno4 is 90.7%. It also comes with Netflix HD Streaming Certification.

At the back, Reno4 has a gorgeous back panel worth checking out. Oppo has implemented a new design named as Reno Glow design. It boasts an optimized etching process which makes the back of the device smooth and shiny, yet is fingerprint-resistant. Oppo claims they have figured out a way to alter the microstructure of AG glass to consolidate flash drills, making the rear panel more wear-resistant. The camera module is on the top left side. The camera protrudes a bit, making it vulnerable from scratches.

Performance

The global variant of the Oppo Reno4 comes with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 720G compared to the Snapdragon 765G in the Chinese variant. 5G is not available everywhere and including a 5G ready processor can significantly hike the price. The 720G features two Cortex A76 cores clocked @ 2.3Ghz, while the two Cortex A76 cores on the 765G are clocked @ 2.4Ghz and 2.2Ghz respectively. Likewise, both processors feature 6x Cortex A55 cores (@ 1.8GHz). The 720G is based on an older 8nm process node and comes with Adreno 618 GPU.

Camera

Additionally, the global variant of the Reno4 has four cameras at the back. Oppo has replaced the laser autofocus with a dedicated 2MP macro sensor. 48MP Sony IMX586 sensor leads the quad-camera setup. It is joined by an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera and a 2MP depth sensor.Oppo Reno4 Global Variant Quad Camera setup On the front, it has a dual-camera setup with a 32MP primary lens, accompanied by a 2MP depth sensor. It would have been great if Oppo had opted for the ultra-wide selfie snapper instead of a gimmicky depth sensor. The two cameras are enclosed inside a pill-shaped screen cutout.

Battery and Others

Powering the Reno4 is a decent 4,015mAh. While the Chinese variant supported 65W fast charging, the global variant comes with 30W VOOC Flash Charging.

Oppo Reno4 Global variant VOOC 4.0

Reno4 comes pre-loaded with the ColorOS v7.2 based on Android 10. The device has an in-display fingerprint sensor for biometrics.

OPPO Reno4 Specifications:

  • Display: 6.43-inch AMOLED dual-punch hole display
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G
  • CPU: Octa-Core (2 x 2.3GHz Kyro 465 Gold+ 6 x 1.8GHz Kryo 465 Silver CPUs)
  • GPU: Adreno 618
  • Rear Camera: Quad;
    – 48MP primary Sony IMX586 sensor
    – 8MP ultra-wide-angle
    – 2MP macro sensor
    – 2MP depth sensor
  • Front Camera: Dual;
    – 32MP primary lens
    – 2MP depth sensor
  • RAM: 8GB DDR4X
  • Storage: 128GB UFS 2.1 (non-expandable)
  • Software: Android 10 with ColorOS 7.2 on top
  • Sensors: Fingerprint (in-display), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
  • Dimensions: 160.3×73.9×7.7mm
  • Weight: 165g
  • Battery: 4,015mAh with 30W (VOOC 4.0) fast charging

Oppo Reno4 Price in Nepal and Availability

Reno4 is already up for pre-order in Thailand. The price of Reno4 is 11,900 Thai Baht for the sole 8/128GB model. We expect the price of Oppo Reno4 in Nepal to be around Rs. 46,000.

Smartphone Price in Nepal (Expected)
Oppo Reno4 (8/128GB) ~ Rs. 46,000
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Samsung Nepal is offering some crazy price cut on Galaxy S20 series

Samsung Nepal announced it’s premium flagship Galaxy S20 and Galaxy S20+ in Nepal back in March. At launch, the price of these phones was already cheaper than that of the US and they also came with 1-year breakage insurance. However, Samsung really wants you to buy its new flagships and the company is now offering up to Rs. 32,000 cashback on its purchase.

Samsung Galaxy S20 Overview

Design & Display

Nothing less than premium is what Samsung’s bringing to the table as the Galaxy S20 comes with a stunning glass body protected by the latest Gorilla Glass 6. It also comes with IP68 dust/water certification, which is an expected feature in this price range. While I applaud its design, the company has finally killed off the 3.5mm headphone jack on the ‘S’ series. Come on, Samsung! You can surely make space for it, I think?

On to the displays, it’s a 6.2-inches QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED panel with HDR10+ compliance. And making its debut on a Samsung phone is the higher 120Hz refresh rate. Yup! Every phone under the S20 epithet supports it. However, you can turn on 120Hz only in FHD+ resolution. That makes sense, ’cause if you were to activate the superior refresh rate on the vibrant QHD+ resolution, the battery would die out in a mere couple of hours.

Cameras

Cameras, on the other hand, are significantly upgraded compared to the S10 family as well. Galaxy S20 has a triple rear camera setup in a vertical arrangement. It’s got a 12MP main sensor, a 12MP ultra-wide lens, and a 64MP telephoto lens, with both primary & telephoto lens supporting OIS. With this, the S20 supports 3X Hybrid Optic Zoom and up to 30X “Super Resolution” digital zoom. It gets even crazier with the S20+ and S20 Ultra, don’t worry.

samsung galaxy s20 price nepal prebook deals offer

The bigger image sensor on the phone also makes for a stunning low-light photography machine. Videography has gotten an upgrade as well, as the S20 series smartphones are the first phones to have 8K recording at 24fps. More interestingly, capturing a still frame within an 8K recording also gives off a crisp 33MP image. There’s also the super slow-mo feature to shoot at 960fps in HD resolution. The front camera is a 10MP sensor housed inside the circular punch-hole cutout on top of the display.

Performance & Memory

The latest and greatest chipset is always a given in new flagship phones from Samsung. Here, the S20 is powered by the latest Exynos 990 chipset in the global variant, while the Snapdragon 865-powered versions are available in the US & Canada. Both SoCs are based on the 7nm+ process and despite being a flagship chipset, don’t have an integrated 5G modem. Though all three phones under the S20 lineup inherently support 5G, Samsung is releasing 4G LTE version of Exynos 990 in Nepal.

All three phones run on One UI 2.0 based on Android 10 out of the box and have the ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor too. It had been a long time coming, but a new generation of RAM have also debuted in the S20 series. The Samsung LPDDR5 RAM makes its presence on all three variants of the phone. Here, the Galaxy S20 has 8GB RAM and 128GB of UFS 3.0 storage on the 4G variant.

Battery

A standard 4000 mAh cell powers the Galaxy S20, which supports 25W fast charging via a faster Type-C to Type-C connectivity called “USB Power Delivery 3.0”. With the glass back on these phones, they also support 15W wireless and 9W reverse-wireless charging.

Samsung Galaxy S20 Specifications:

  • Body: 5.97 x 2.72 x 0.31 inches; 163 gm; IP68 certification
  • Display: 6.2-inches “Infinity-O” Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel; 120Hz refresh rate; HDR10+; 563 ppi; 89.5% screen-to-body ratio; Gorilla Glass 6 protection
  • Resolution: QHD+ (3200 x 1440 pixels); 20:9 aspect ratio
  • Chipset: Exynos 990; 7nm+ Mobile Platform
  • CPU: Octa-core (2×2.73 GHz Mongoose M5 & 2×2.60 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
  • GPU: Mali-G77 MP11
  • RAM: 8GB LPDDR5
  • Storage: 128GB (expandable up to 1TB via a microSD card)
  • Software & UI: Android 10 with One UI 2.0 on top
  • Rear Camera: Triple-camera;
    – 12MP, f/1.8 primary shooter, OIS, DPAF
    – 12MP, f/2.2 ultra-wide sensor
    – 64MP, f/2.0 telephoto lens, PDAF, 3X hybrid optical zoom
    – LED flash
  • Front Camera: 10MP, f/2.2 aperture; Dual Pixel AF
  • Camera features Tracking AF, 8K video@24fps, up to 960fps slow-mo, Super Steady stabilization, etc.
  • Security: Ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanner
  • Audio: Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital/Plus
  • Connectivity: Hybrid SIM (two Nano or one Nano-SIM + one MicroSD card), WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.0, sub-6GHz 5G spectrum, GPS/AGPS/GLONASS/BDS, NFC, USB Type-C
  • Battery: 4000 mAh; 25W fast charging; 15W Fast Wireless Charging 2.0; 9W reverse Wireless PowerShare
  • Colors: Cosmic Grey, Cloud Blue, Cloud Pink

Samsung Galaxy S20 Price in Nepal 

The new price of the Samsung Galaxy S20 in Nepal is Rs. 94,999. This means Samsung is offering a huge Rs. 19,000 discount on the purchase of Galaxy S20 in the Nepali market.

      Model Name Old Price   New Price in Nepal
Samsung Galaxy S20
(8GB RAM, 128GB ROM)
Rs. 1,13,999 Rs. 94,999

Samsung Galaxy S20+ Overview

Design & Display

Unsurprisingly, the S20+ and the S20 Ultra that follows the same design choice. But being an expensive option, it does come with a bigger display among other upgrades.

Here, the S20+ has a taller 6.7-inches “Infinity-O” QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, which like the regular S20 is only supported in FHD+ resolution.

Cameras

Apart from the sheer size, the S20+ also comes bearing an additional ToF 3D “DepthVision” sensor, alongside the identical 12MP primary, a 12MP ultra-wide angle, and a 64MP telephoto lens. This one also comes with a 3X hybrid optical zoom and 30X digital zoom. The front camera is the same 10MP lens as well.

Performance & Memory

Moving to the performance, it is also powered by the Exynos 990 chipset. Here as well, you get 8GB LPDDR5 RAM & 128GB of storage.

Battery

A bigger phone needs a bigger battery, that’s true. In the case of S20+, there’s a bigger 4500mAh cell with the charging configuration similar to that of the S20.

Samsung Galaxy S20+ Specifications (Global)

  • Body: 6.37 x 2.90 x 0.31 inches; 186 gm; IP68 certification
  • Display: 6.7-inches “Infinity-O” Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel; 120Hz refresh rate; HDR10+; 525 ppi; 90.5% screen-to-body ratio; Gorilla Glass 6 protection
  • Resolution: QHD+ (3200 x 1440 pixels); 20:9 aspect ratio
  • Chipset: Exynos 990; 7nm+ Mobile Platform
  • CPU: Octa-core (2×2.73 GHz Mongoose M5 & 2×2.60 GHz Cortex-A76 & 4×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
  • GPU: Mali-G77 MP11
  • RAM: 8GB LPDDR5
  • Storage: 128GB (expandable up to 1TB via a microSD card)
  • Software & UI: Android 10 with One UI 2.0 on top
  • Rear Camera: Quad-camera;
    – 12 MP, f/1.8 primary shooter, OIS, DPAF
    – 12MP, f/2.2 ultra-wide sensor
    – 64MP, f/2.0 telephoto lens, PDAF, 3X hybrid optical zoom
    – 0.3MP ToF 3D DepthVision sensor
    – LED flash
  • Front Camera: 10MP, f/2.2 aperture
  • Camera Features: Tracking AF, 8K video@24fps, up to 960fps slow-mo, Super Steady stabilization, etc.
  • Security: Ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanner
  • Audio: Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital/Plus
  • Connectivity: Hybrid SIM (two Nano or one Nano-SIM + one MicroSD card), WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.0, sub-6GHz & mmWave 5G spectrum, GPS/AGPS/GLONASS/BDS, NFC, USB Type-C
  • Battery: 4500 mAh; 25W fast charging; 15W Fast Wireless Charging 2.0; 9W reverse Wireless PowerShare
  • Colors: Cosmic Grey, Cloud Blue, Cosmic Black

Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus price in Nepal

The new price of Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus in Nepal is Rs. 94,999. This means Samsung is providing a huge Rs. 32,000 discount on the purchase of Galaxy S20 Plus in the Nepali market.

Model Name Old Price  New Price in Nepal
Samsung Galaxy S20+
(8GB RAM, 128GB ROM)
Rs. 1,26,999 Rs. 94,999

So what do you think about the Samsung Galaxy S20 and Galaxy S20+ price and the latest offer in Nepal? Are you thinking of getting one? Comment down below!

Huawei TalkBand B6 is a new fitness band that also doubles as a Bluetooth headset

Huawei has announced the successor to TalkBand B5. The TalkBand B5 was launched in Nepal so we can be optimistic about its successor as well. Check out the specs, features, expected price, and availability of Huawei TalkBand B6 in Nepal.

Huawei TalkBand B6 Overview

Design and Display

Huawei TalkBand 6 comes with a 1.53-inch AMOLED panel and packs in a total of 460 x 188 pixels. The display maintains a pixel density of 326 PPI. Like its predecessor, the screen on the Huawei TalkBand 6 is flexible. What it means is that it can be popped out. The display comes with a silicone ear tip & Bluetooth headset. Thus, it can be used as a Bluetooth headset when detached from the main body.

Huawei TalkBand B6 doubling as headset

This 2-in-one band measures 56.9 x 22.6 x 12.5mm without the strap. Including the headphone (2.6g), the TalkBand 6 weighs 28.9g. It is IP57 rated against dust and splash damage.

Internal Specs and Connectivity

TalkBand 6 features Huawei’s in-house Kirin A1 chipset. What’s impressive is that it supports the latest Bluetooth v5.2 for connectivity. The band can be connected to smartphones with Android 4.4 or above. Similarly, it is compatible with iPhones running iOS 9.0 or above. Some of the features of the band are compromised when connected to iPhones.

Fitness and Health Monitoring

Huawei TalkBand B6 Fitness Tracker

The Huawei TalkBand B6 features a PPG sensor for heartbeat monitoring and blood oxygen saturation. Huawei’s intelligent monitoring algorithm will warn users if the heart rate is too high or low. The new atrial fibrillation detection system will reduce the risk of abnormalities such as stroke. The band can also monitor your sleeping habit. Huawei claims it can identify six major sleep-related problems and provide over 200 personalized suggestions to improve sleep. It also comes with menstrual cycle management features for female users.

Similarly, it can count your steps, keep records of your exercise, and evaluate recovery time accordingly. It comes with nine different sport modes, which include running, cycling, and rowing machine.

Battery and rest of the features

TalkBand B6 can provide smart reminders for incoming texts, calls, and alarm. The band will vibrate during an incoming call. Users can receive a call by simpling popping out the display/headset. Similarly, the headset also supports voice assistant that users can use to make calls. Other features include remote camera shutter and control music playback.

Huawei TalkBand B6 Smart Reminders

The band has a 120mAh battery that the company claims can last up to 3 days of normal usage. Similarly, it provides talk time of up to 8 hours when used as a headset. TalkBand B6 has a Type-C port for charging.

Huawei TalkBand B6 Specifications:

  • Dimension: 56.9 x 22.6 x 12.5-mm, 28.9g
  • Display: 1.53″ AMOLED flexible screen, 460 x 188 RGB resolution, 326PPI
  • Wrist Band: Silicone / Leather / Metal
  • Chipset: Kirin A1
  • Sensors: PPG, accelerometer, gyroscope, ambient light sensor, Hall sensor
  • Features: Sleep tracker, heart rate tracker, music playback controls, smart remainder,
  • IP Rating: Yes, IP57
  • Compatibility: Android 4.4+ or iOS 9.0+
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.2
  • Battery: 120mAh LiPo, USB Type-C Charging
  • Battery backup: up to 3 days

Huawei Talkband B6 Price in Nepal and Availability

Huawei TalkBand B6 is available for pre-order in China where its price is 999 Yuan for Sport, 1,199 Yuan for Fashion, and 1,499 Yuan for the Exclusive variant. We expect the starting price of Huawei TalkBand B6 in Nepal to be around NPR 20,000.

Smart Band Models Expected Price in Nepal
Huawei TalkBand B6 (Sport) Rs. 20,000
Huawei TalkBand B6 (Fashion) Rs. 25,000
Huawei TalkBand B6 (Exclusive) Rs. 30,000
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Huawei MatePad 10.8 and Enjoy Tablet 2 unveiled in China

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We don’t see new Android tablets hit the market that very often. However, there are few companies that still release a few of them every year. One such brand is Huawei, which has launched two new Android tablets in its home country of China. Let’s take a look at the specs, features, expected price, and availability of Huawei MatePad 10.8 and Enjoy Tablet 2 in Nepal.

Huawei MatePad 10.8 Overview

Huawei MatePad 10.8 features a 10.8-inch IPS LCD screen with a 2K resolution of 1600 x 2560 pixels. The pixel density on this one is 280ppi. This screen supports a ten-point touch. Likewise, the tablet weighs around 500 grams.

The tablet is powered by Huawei Kirin 990. It has an octa-core processor and is based on the 7nm EUV process. It is the non-5G variant of the Kirin 990 that we are talking about. In fact, the tablet only supports Wi-Fi 6+ in terms of connectivity. In terms of memory, Huawei is providing 6GB of RAM and 64GB / 128GB of internal storage. The tablet ships with EMUI 10.1 based on Android 10.Huawei MatePad 10.8 The rear camera uses a 13MP sensor with an aperture of f/1.8. It comes with autofocus support. There is an 8MP camera on the front. The tablet has Histen 6.1 based quad-speaker setup, which is further tuned by Harman Kardon. It gets its juice from a 7,500mAh battery and features a USB-C port. The tablet supports M-Pencil and users can even attach a keyboard

Huawei MatePad 10.8 Specifications:

  • Dimension: 257 x 170 x 7.2-mm, 500g
  • Display: 10.8-inch IPS display; capacitive ten touch
  • Resolution: 2K (2560 x 1600 pixels)
  • Rear Camera: 13MP Primary with f/1.8 aperture
  • Front Camera: 8MP with f/2.0 aperture
  • Processor: HiSilicon Kirin 990; 7nm node
  • RAM: 6GB
  • Storage: 64GB / 128GB
  • OS: EMUI 10.1 on top of Android 10
  • Security: Fingerprint sensor
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6+ (2.4GHz, 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.1
  • Battery: 7,500 mAh

Huawei Enjoy Tablet 2 Overview

Huawei Enjoy Tablet 2 has a smaller 10.1-inch IPS LCD panel. It sports a resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels, resulting in 224PPI pixel density. The device supports up to ten touches and has an additional coating on top to avoid fingerprints.

Under the hood, it packs Huawei’s Kirin 710A, which is paired with Mali G51 GPU. The RAM is reduced to just 4GB while the internal storage is at 64GB. Users can expand the storage up to 512GB with the help of a microSD card. It runs on Android 10 with Huawei’s EMUI v10.1 on top.

Huawei Enjoy Tablet 2 Design

There is a 5MP camera with autofocus on the back. The front camera only has a 2MP sensor. There is no sim-slot so users will have to depend on the dual Wi-Fi band for connectivity. Similarly, it also supports Bluetooth 5.1 for file transfer. It has two Harman Kardon Tuned speakers with Huawei’s Histen 6.1 Sound. The device features a 5,100mAh battery that supports 10W charging.

Huawei Enjoy Tablet 2 Specifications:

  • Dimension: 257 x 170 x 7.2-mm, 500g
  • Display: 10.1-inch IPS display; capacitive ten-point touch, anti-fingerprint coating
  • Resolution: 2K (2560 x 1600 pixels)
  • Rear Camera: 2MP Primary with f/2.0 aperture
  • Front Camera: 2MP with f/2.4 aperture
  • Processor: HiSilicon Kirin 710A
  • RAM: 4GB
  • Storage: 64/128GB
  • OS: EMUI 10.1 on top of Android 10
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4GHz, 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.1
  • Battery: 5,100 mAh, 10W charging

Huawei MatePad 10.8 and Enjoy Tablet 2 Price and Availability

Huawei MatePad 10.8 and Enjoy Tablet 2 are available for pre-order in China where the starting price is 2400 Yuan and 1600 Yuan, respectively. We expect the starting price of Huawei MatePad 10.8 and Enjoy Tablet 2 in Nepal to be around NPR 43,000 and NPR 30,000 respectively.

Android Tablet Models Price in China Expected Price in Nepal
Huawei MatePad 10.8 (64GB) ¥2400 NPR 43,000
Huawei MatePad 10.8 (128GB) ¥2800 NPR 52,000
Huawei Enjoy Tablet 2 (64GB) ¥1600 NPR 30,000
Huawei Enjoy Tablet 2 (128GB) ¥1800 NPR 33,000
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Redmi 9A launched in Nepal with Helio G25 chipset & 5,000mAh battery

Xiaomi Nepal has finally launched a successor to last year’s Redmi 8A. Redmi 9A is the latest entry-level Android device from the company and comes with a budget-friendly price tag. Let’s learn more about the Redmi 9A along with the price and availability in Nepal.

Redmi 9A Overview

Design and Display

Redmi 9A comes with equipped with a 6.53-inch IPS LCD display. The display has an HD+ resolution of 1600 x 720 pixels. It is bigger and has a better resolution compared to its predecessor. However, the Redmi 8’s display was protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5. But there is no mention of any protective glass on the Redmi 9A.

On the back, Redmi has moved the camera more to the top left corner. One can notice the strip starting from the camera module and running along the length of the device. The rest of the rear panel looks clean as there is no fingerprint sensor.

Performance and Memory

Redmi 8 featured Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 439 chipset. This time around, Redmi has decided to go with Helio G25 chipset. It’s a brand new chipset under MediaTek’s gaming-focused G-series. Helio G25 is an octa-core processor based on the 12nm process. It consists of eight ARM Cortex-A53 cores clocked at 2.0 GHz. Imagination PowerVR GE8320 handles the graphics.

Redmi 9A comes with 2 or 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. It also features a microSD card slot in case the internal storage isn’t enough for you.

Camera

Talking about the camera, there is a 12MP camera on the back. It is enclosed inside a pill-shaped module alongside an LED flash. With that being said, we did see Redmi release Redmi 8A dual with the dual-camera setup. So we can still be hopeful about Redmi 9A Dual. For selfies, there is a 5MP camera enclosed inside the waterdrop style notch.

Redmi 9A camera setup

Battery and Others

The Redmi 9A sports a 5,000mAh battery. There is a micro USB port for charging and comes with a 10W charging instead. To recall, last year’s Redmi 8A had a Type C port with 18W fast charging support. The phone runs on Android 10 with MIUI 12 on top.

Redmi 9A Specifications:

  • Display: 6.53-inch (1600 × 720 pixels) HD+ 20:9
  • Chipset: Mediatek Helio G25
  • CPU: Octa-Core (8 X 2.0GHz Cortex A53)
  • GPU: Imagination PowerVR GE8320
  • RAM: 2/3GB RAM with 32GB storage, expandable with SD card (dedicated)
  • OS: Android 10 with MIUI 12 on top
  • Rear Camera: 13MP rear camera with LED flash
  • Front Camera: 5MP front-facing camera
  • Battery: 5000mAh, 10W charging (microUSB)

Redmi 9A Price in Nepal and Availability

The official price of Redmi 9A in Nepal is Rs. 12,999. This price is for the 2GB RAM, 32GB storage variant. Similarly, the 3/32GB variant costs Rs. 13,999

Redmi 9A Variants Price in Nepal 
2/32GB Rs. 12,999
3/32GB Rs. 13,999

Check out our video review of Redmi 9A:

Xiaomi Redmi 9 (Prime) launched in Nepal

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A couple of months ago, Redmi launched the Note 9 Pro and Redmi Note 9 in the Nepali market. And finally, it has announced Redmi 9 for budget-oriented users. The device is will be available across 1800+ Mi offline stores and Sastodeal from 2nd August. Read along to know more about the Redmi 9, along with its specs, features, official price, and availability in Nepal.

[Note: Redmi 9 is also called Redmi 9 Prime] 

Redmi 9 (Prime) Overview

From the front, it is hard to distinguish it from other budget devices that are available in the market. However, it features a 6.53-inch FHD+ screen. It has a waterdrop style notch on the top. Redmi has got rid of the branding that was there on the bottom chin of Redmi 8. The screen is protected by a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass 3.

Redmi 9 design and display

The rear panel of the device is something to look at. While it has the linear camera placement as its predecessor, the setup is now enclosed inside a circular module that is reminiscent of Redmi K30. The fingerprint sensor has been placed below the cameras.

Performance and Memory

Under the hood, the Redmi 9 packs in gaming-focused Helio G80 chipset. It features two Cortex-A75 (@2.0 GHz) power cores paired with six cortex-A55 (@1.8 GHz) energy-efficient cores. The chipset supports MediaTek HyperEngine that enhances the gaming experience of the device. Thanks to the combination of Helio G80 and Mali-G52 MC2 GPU, Redmi 9 boasts an impressive 107% performance boost compared to Redmi 8. It is available in two memory configurations: 3GB + 32GB and 4GB + 64GB. The RAM and internal storage are based on LPDDR4x and eMMC 5.1 technology respectively.

Camera

Compared to Redmi 8, its successor now has two additional cameras. The 13MP primary camera has an aperture of f/2.2 aperture. The 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera has 118-degree Field of View. Similarly, you have a dedicated sensor for macro shots (5MP) and portrait shots (2MP). The macro camera can shoot objects that are as close as 4cm.

Redmi 9 camera module

On the front, there is an 8MP selfie camera with an aperture of f/2.0. It supports Palm Shutter, a feature that lets you take selfies by holding your palm to the camera.

Battery and Others

Redmi 9 comes with a big 5,020mAh battery with support for 18W fast charging. However, Redmi will only be providing a 10W charger (5V, 2A) inside the box. You get a USB-Type C charging interface. There is a capacitive fingerprint sensor on the back of the device. Users can also use the software-based Face Unlock feature to unlock their devices. It is also equipped with an IR blaster that lets you use your device as a remote to control other household appliances.

Redmi 9 5020 battery

Redmi 9 (Prime) Specifications:

  • Dimension: 163.32 x 77.01 x 9.1-mm
  • Weight: 198g
  • Display: 6.53-inch FHD+, 19:9, Corning Gorilla Glass 3
  • Chipset: MediaTek Helio G80, 12nm FinFET
  • CPU: Octa-core ( 2 x 2.0GHz ARM Cortex-A75 cores+ 6 x 1.8GHz ARM Cortex-A55 core)
  • GPU: Mali-G52 MC2, 950 MHz
  • RAM: 3GB / 4GB LPDDR4x
  • Storage: 32GB / 64GB / 128GB eMMC 5.1 (dedicated microSD card slot)
  • Rear Camera: Quad;
    – 13MP primary camera, FOV 75.2-degree, f/2.2, AF
    – 8MP ultra-wide lens, FOV 118-degree, f/2.2, FF
    – 2MP depth sensor with f/2.4
    – 5MP macro lens (4cm) with f/2.4
  • Front camera: 8MP, FOV 77.8-degree, f/2.0
  • SIM: Dual SIM
  • Security: Fingerprint sensor (rear,-mounted), Face unlock
  • Sensors: Vibration, Distance sensor, Ambient Light, Accelerometer, e-compass, IR blaster
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC (limited availability), GPS/AGPS/GLONASS/Beidou
  • Battery: 5020mAh with 18W fast charging (10W inside the box)

Redmi 9 (Prime) Price in Nepal [Official] 

Redmi 9 is available in Nepal in multiple variants. The price of Redmi 9 in Nepal starts at Rs. 16,999.

Xiaomi Model Price in Nepal
Redmi 9 (3/32GB) Rs. 16,999
Redmi 9 (4/64GB) Rs. 17,999
Redmi 9 Prime (4/64GB) Rs. 17,999
Redmi 9 Prime (4/128GB) Rs. 18,999

Check out our unboxing and initial impression of Redmi Note 9 Pro!