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Here’s when Qualcomm and Mediatek will release their new chipsets

It is always fascinating to know what chipmakers are up to. After all, their products are powering your device. Thus, what they produce has a huge impact on smartphones. The major force in this industry is undoubtedly Qualcomm. Its latest Snapdragon 865 processor currently powers most of the flagship while the new Snapdragon 865+ powered phones will be hitting the shelves pretty soon. And not much behind is MediaTek. So let’s take a look at the leaked roadmap of Qualcomm and MediaTek.

Qualcomm, MediaTek Roadmap Overview

Recently, a Weibo user shared what lies ahead for these two chipmakers. It is based on the research made by an investment bank. And the post sheds light on the roadmap of future processors from these two chipmakers.

qualcomm mediatek roadmap

Qualcomm will obviously follow up on its flagship Snapdragon 865 by releasing its successor. The first quarter of 2021 is the scheduled release date of Snapdragon 875G. This chipset is based on Samsung’s 5nm EUV process. And the rumor is that TSMC will be manufacturing the silicon. However, surprisingly there’s no mention about the already-confirmed Snapdragon 865+ processor anywhere in this report.

Anyway, other than the 875G, Qualcomm will most likely launch another mid-range chipset. It will be the Snapdragon 735G and it too is based on Samsung’s 5nm EUV process. Furthermore, there’s a rumor about an entry-level 5G chipset in the form of Snapdragon 435G.

What about MediaTek?

Moving on, MediaTek has some projects ready to be launched too. This year, we will probably get to see Dimensity 600. It is based on a 7nm process and will support 5G. And the chipset will release sometime around the third quarter this year.

The most interesting one, however, is the Dimensity 400. This chipset is scheduled to launch around the turn of the year. Information about the Dimensity 400 is still scarce. However, we do know that it has been listed as a 6nm chipset. Speculation is that the chipset will combine both 7nm and 5nm elements. Also, there’s a mention of a flagship SoC from MediaTek. It will release during the second quarter of 2021 and will be a 5G enabled chipset based on a 5nm process.

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iQOO U1 launched with Snapdragon 720G and 4500mAh battery

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Last week, Vivo’s sub-brand iQOO unveiled the iQOO Z1x. And now it has come up with another device. Their new device is called the iQOO U1. The iQOO U1 is the company’s most affordable smartphone. And features some exciting specifications. It has a good processor, a huge battery, and more. Let’s find out more about the specifications and the expected price in Nepal of iQOO U1.

iQOO U1 Overview

The device has a huge 6.53-inch IPS LCD panel. It offers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels and a screen space of 90.72%. On the top left corner, the screen has a punch-hole cutout. It houses the 8MP selfie shooter.

On the rear side, the device has a triple-camera setup. The three sensors are arranged in a vertical unit. Its primary sensor is of 48MP. And it is accompanied by a 2MP portrait lens and a 2MP dedicated macro lens. There’s no fingerprint sensor on the back. Rather it has a side-mounted one.

Under the hood, the device runs on the Snapdragon 720G SoC. It is accompanied by either a 6GB or 8GB LPDDR4X RAM. The storage options are of 64GB and 128GB. However, there’s no microSD card slot. The entire device is powered by a 4500mAh battery. It charges through a dated MicroUSB port.

iQOO U1 display

Specifications:

  • Display: 6.53″ TFT LCD display with Full HD+ resolution (1080 x 2408 pixels)
  • Rear Camera: Triple, 48 MP primary lens  + 2 MP macro lens + 2 MP depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture
  • Front Camera: 8 MP
  • Processor: Octa-core 8 nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G
  • GPU: Adreno 618
  • RAM: 6 GB, 8 GB
  • Storage: 64 GB, 128 GB, non-expandable
  • Battery: 4500 mAh
  • Sensors: Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

IQOO U1 Price and Availability in Nepal 

The device will go on sale in China from July 23. Currently, it is up for pre-orders. As for the price, the base 6/64GB variant is priced at CNY 1,198 (~$170). Hence, we can expect the Vivo IQOO U1 to launch in Nepal for a starting price of Rs. 20000, if it launches. Similarly, at CNY 1,398 (~$190), you can get the 6/128GB variant. The top-end 8/128GB variant will cost CNY 1,598 (~$230).  

Vivo U1Variants Price in Nepal [Expected] 
6/64GB ¥1,198 (Rs.20,000)
6/128GB ¥1,398 (Rs.25,000)
8/128GB ¥1,598 (Rs.30,000)

Oppo A12s unveiled with Helio P35 chipset, 4230mAh battery

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A new device has been added to Oppo’s A-series. The Chinese smartphone makers today launched the new Oppo A12s. However, it is not entirely new though. The device is basically your A12 with a somewhat different design. Thus, spec-wise it does not introduce anything new. Let’s get into the details of the Oppo A12s along with its price and availability in Nepal.

Oppo A12s Overview

The device comes with a 6.22-inch display with HD+ resolution and a waterdrop notch. The notch houses a 5 MP selfie shooter with AI Beauty Mode. For protection, the screen comes with a coating of Corning Gorilla Glass 3 on top.

Around the back, we can see a change in design from the A12. It does not have any gradient-like finish. Rather it is a plain plastic back. The back camera is a dual-cam setup. It comes with a 13MP primary sensor and a 2MP depth sensor. And there is a fingerprint sensor on the back too. 

Also Read: Oppo Mobiles Price in Nepal [Updated] 

Under the hood, the device uses Helio P35 SoC. 3GB of RAM and 32 GB internal storage complement the chipset. However, you can expand the storage to up to 256GB. The device altogether is powered by a 4230mAh battery which can be charged through a dated micro USB port. However, the micro-USB port is not the only dated thing in this smartphone. The OS on this device is old too. The Oppo A12s runs on Android 9.0 Pie with ColorOS 6.1 on top.

oppo A12s display design

Oppo A12s Specifications:

  • Display: 6.2- inches HD+ IPS LCD display with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 Protection
  • Chipset: Helio P35
  • RAM: 3GB
  • Storage: 32GB; expandable up to 256GB via a dedicated slot
  • Rear Camera: Dual; 13MP primary lens, 2MP depth sensor
  • Front Camera: 5MP
  • OS: Android Oreo 9.0 with ColorOS 6.1
  • Sensors: Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
  • Battery:  4,230 mAh, 10W charging
  • Colors: Deep Blue, Flowing Silver

Oppo A12s Price in Nepal and Availability

This new Oppo A12s is already available for purchase in Cambodia. And there the device will be available for $129. There have been no words about the global availability of the device. However, we can expect the Oppo A12s to launch in Nepal for a price of Rs. 15,999.

Oppo A12s Variant  Expected Price in Nepal 
3GB/32GB Rs. 15,999

Jio to manufacture entry-level 5G smartphones in partnership with Google

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The Indian smartphone market segment has been dominated by major Chinese players. These brands have been providing value for money products that have been well appreciated by the consumers. However, this could all change as Jio has announced to launch entry-level 5G smartphone in partnership with Google.

Jio – Google Partnership

Google has announced to invest $4.5 billion in the Jio Platform in exchange for a 7.73% stake in the company. It is the first of many investments to come under the India Digitization Fund. With this new partnership, Google looks to make technologies, particularly smartphones, more accessible to the Indian people.

The announcement about the Jio’s upcoming 5G smartphones came during Reliance’s Annual General Meeting 2020. Mukesh Ambani, the man behind the company, acknowledged Google’s effort in empowering Indians and making technology more accessible to them. He added that Jio and Google are on the same team when it comes to boosting India’s economy with the help of the internet and digitization.

Jio to manufacture affordable 5G smartphone

Jio smartphones are part of Jio’s Atmanirbhar campaign. The company is also working on a 2G-mukt campaign through which it attempts to eradicate slower connections by making 4G and 5G more affordable and accessible. Jio is also working on a homegrown 5G solution.

Jio announces home grown 5G solution

But all that would mean nothing if people can’t afford compatible devices. As of now, Jio has launched several smart feature phones based on KaiOS. The recent collaboration between Google and Jio means that the former will be helping the latter manufacture value-engineered Android smartphones. Google will optimize the software experience and Play Store, especially for these affordable phones.

Can Jio smartphone compete against Chinese brands?

We will still have to wait to see what Google comes up to facilitate Jio’s smartphones. In the past, we have seen Google come up with Android One program for price-sensitive markets like India. Similarly, Android Go was introduced to shift users from bar phones to smartphones.

Jio 2g mukt campaign

While Google’s optimization is good enough, Jio can actually step in as a major smartphone brand in India. This announcement comes amidst the boycott China campaign. Jio could capitalize on the growing anti-China sentiment among the Indian and concrete its position as a major player in the smartphone market. Also, Xiaomi, the biggest smartphone brand in India, had its community app Mi Community banned in the country for compromising India’s national security.

The US-China Trade War and India

When the US enlisted Huawei in the Entity list, it marked the beginning of an unannounced trade war between the two countries. The US has since then banned technologies and gears from Huawei and ZTE from its network. Similarly, it is also investigating the alleged involvement of Chinese apps including Tiktok in illegal data mining. If proven, these apps will be banned from the country. And it isn’t just the US; many other countries are growing suspicious of Chinese companies.

Companies with business ties with China-based companies are growing insecure. The latest example is Apple, which is keen on shifting its manufacturing plant and China. India stands as the most favorable alternative to China. Earlier it was reported that Foxconn is planning to invest $1 billion in India. Similarly, Google has already promised to invest $10 billion for India Digitization Fund.

  • Check out our comparison between Oppo F15 and Samsung Galaxy A51

Oppo unveils 125W flash charge and host of other charging technologies

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A few days ago, we saw Vivo’s sub-brand iQOO reveal its 120W Flash Charge technology. However, Oppo had already announced an even faster-charging technology around the same time. And so it has happened. Just yesterday, Oppo released its most impressive 125W Flash Charge technology for smartphones. Along with this, the company also introduced three new ultra-fast charging solutions. It includes the 65W AirVOOC wireless charger, a pocket-sized 50W mini SuperVOOC charger, and a 110W mini flash charger.

OPPO 125W Flash Charge Overview

The 125W flash charge technology from Oppo will need a total of 20 minutes to fully charge a 4000mAh battery. And it will take only 5 minutes to charge the cell to up to 41%. For safety purposes, Oppo has added 10 extra temperature sensors. The way this technology works is that it uses three parallel charge pumps that split the power delivery.

oppo 125W flash charge

65W AirVOOC was the other technology that was unveiled at the event, which takes the cake for the fastest wireless charging tech available in the market. It works similarly to the 65W SuperVOOC 2.0 wired charging. Two coils will be charged simultaneously and it will take 30 mins to fully charge a 4000mAh battery. This technology has a circular design to handle the thermals. Also, there’s a glass panel for heat dissipation and a charge pump technology to increase wireless charging efficiency. 

Time to market?

However, at this point, it is still a concept. That’s because there are no Oppo smartphones that support this standard. Its charger comes with a cooling fan that lowers the temperature by two degrees Celsius. And the design is such that there’s always a flow of fresh air.

Another technology that we got to see was the 50W mini SuperVOOC. It’s a small device that can fit inside your pocket. And it is compatible with VOOC protocols. It can charge devices like smartphones, laptops, and works with 27W PD & 50W PPS. This thin-and-light mini charger comes with pulse charging. It does not increase power throughout time. Rather, it pumps loads of power at a 40ms time interval.

110W mini flash charge

Finally, there’s the 110W mini flash charger. Its working principle is the same as that of the 50W mini SuperVOOC. However, it is slightly bigger in size. It is compatible with SuperVOOC protocol compatible devices up to 65W, VOOC up to 30W, and Quick Charge at 36W. Moreover, it can also charge competitor devices such as Huawei P40, Mi 10 Pro, and MacBook Pro. However, it is at a limited rate.

  • Check out our comparison video of the Oppo F15 & Samsung Galaxy A51

Jio Glass announced to help adapt to the post-pandemic lifestyle

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Forget about the Apple Glass for now. Jio India has launched its own mixed reality headset called the Jio Glass. Well, you didn’t see that coming, did you? Let’s check out Jio’s new Glass, along with its specs, features, and expected availability.

Jio Glass Overview

Who hasn’t heard of Jio by now? This Indian telecom service provider was launched back in 2016 with the aim to make network and data affordable and accessible to everyone. And it has been pretty successful at it. The company is now expanding its services.

Jio announced the Jio Glass at the AGM 2020. The motive is to make digital interaction more like real life. The company has been connecting people through its telecom services. And now is the time to make people experience this interaction in a 3D environment.

Application

With the Jio Glass, the company looks to make most of the lifestyle changes caused by the ongoing pandemic and lockdown. Companies have been forced to operate from home and people are facing difficulty in adapting to the new system. Jio’s glass promises to make this transition smoother by combining the real world with a virtual one.

Jio Glass 3D holographic video call

The glass facilitates a 3D video conference with the help of the Jio Cloud. Users can interact with fellow colleagues in real-life conferences. The glass allows users to introduce 3D assets to design discussion. Jio also claims that the Jio Cloud service can revolutionalize the way students learn by introducing them to the 3D holographic world.

Design and Specs

Sadly, there wasn’t enough time in the four-minute demonstration to dive deeper into the specs sheet of the mixed reality glass. However, Jio has promised the highest glass visual experience. It also features a personalized audio system that supports all the major codecs. Similarly, it connects to your smartphone via a wire.

From a distance, it looks like any other ordinary glass. But it is bulky because of all the integrated hardware that makes mixed-reality possible. The glass weighs only 75 grams. It connects to Jio Cloud by utilizing your smartphone’s connectivity. It will support 25 mixed-reality applications, including Google Earth. The Glass also supports voice commands, which can be used to make calls. We don’t know what else can it be used for. The vents dissipate heat. They are on the top of the frame.

Jio Glass Price and Availability

Jio hasn’t disclosed the official launch date and price of the glass. The company has made a name for itself as a cost-effective service provider. And people expect aggressive pricing on the glass as well.

Mixed Reality Headset Expected Launch Date
Jio Glass Late 2020
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OPPO A52 with punch-hole display & SD 665 Launched in Nepal

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With competitors launching the Realme 6, Redmi Note 9 Pro, and Galaxy M31, Oppo Nepal is now looking to strengthen its position with the launch of the new Oppo A52 in the Nepali market under 30K mid-range price segment.

Oppo A52 Overview

Design and Display

Oppo A52 sports a 6.5-inch LCD panel with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels. The aspect ratio of the screen is 20:9 and Oppo has claimed a screen-to-body ratio of 90.5%. It has been made possible because of the thin bezels and the punch-hole cutout.

Oppo A52 design specs price availability

On the back, there is a rectangular camera module that houses the quad-camera setup. The capacitive fingerprint sensor has been shifted to the side. The back panel is clean and showcases the Alaska sky-inspired design.

Performance and Memory

The smartphone is powered by Snapdragon 665. It is a year-old mid-range chipset and used on a much cheaper phone these days. The device comes with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. You can expand the storage via a dedicated microSD card slot.

Camera

The device flaunts a quad-camera setup on the back. The primary camera here has a 12MP sensor. It is accompanied by an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera with 119-degree FOV, a 2MP depth sensor, and a 2MP macro camera. For selfies, there is an 8MP camera on the front.

Oppo A52 camera setup specs price availability launch

Battery and Others

The device gets its juice from a massive 5,000mAh battery which comes with support for 18W fast charging and a type C port. The device ships with Android 10 with Oppo’s ColorOS 7.1 on top.

Also Read: OPPO Mobiles Price in Nepal [Updated] 

OPPO A52 Specifications:

  • Display: 6.5-inches LCD, FHD+ (2340 x 1080 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 (11nm)
  • CPU: Octa-core (4×2.0 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4×1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
  • GPU: Adreno 610
  • OS: Android 10 with ColorOS 7.1 on top
  • RAM: 4GB
  • Storage: 128GB UFS 2.1 (expandable)
  • Rear camera: Quad camera
    – 12MP primary lens
    – 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens (119-degree FOV)
    – 2MP macro lens
    – 2MP depth sensor
  • Front Camera: 8MP
  • Battery: 5,000mAh battery with 18W charging (Type C port)
  • Sensors: Fingerprint (side-mounted), Accelerometer, Proximity
  • Color Options: Black, Blue

Initial Impressions

Compared to other devices in the market, the Oppo A52 does have a pretty strange set of specs. We have a year-old chipset paired with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The design looks great with the punch-hole but you only get an LCD panel. The camera setup doesn’t look special (at least on paper) but the battery size is impressive. So, is the OPPO A52 a good option under a price of 30,000 in Nepal?

To be frank, the OPPO A52 seems little overpriced given the features. Also, its competition is providing better specs. The Redmi Note 9 Pro is the best option if you are looking for reliable performance and stellar design. Similarly, the Galaxy M31 is our pick for the best midrange phone right now as it comes with a top-class AMOLED display and an excellent camera performance.

Oppo A52 Price in Nepal and Availability

The official price of Oppo A52 in Nepal is Rs. 29,990. This price is for the 4GB RAM and 128GB storage variants. It is available for purchase from mobile retail shops all over Nepal.

Model Name Price in Nepal  Availability
Oppo A52 (4/128GB) Rs. 29,990 July 16, 2020

OPPO A31 with Helio P35, HD+ display Launched in Nepal for an unreasonable price

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The Oppo A31 has officially made its way to Nepal. It brings HD+ display, underwhelming Helio P35 chipset, and a micro-USB port at an unconscionable price. Anyways, let’s dig more about the Oppo A31 and its official price in Nepal.

Oppo A31 Overview

Oppo A31 is the company’s latest offering in its ‘A’ lineup of smartphones. This phone is aimed at the budget segment of the smartphone market. The design of the device is nothing to write home about. From the front, it is indistinguishable from the other budget offers available in the market today.

It comes with a 6.5-inch IPS LCD display with HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels. The display features a waterdrop notch to accommodate the 8MP front camera. On the back, we have a vertical camera module to house the triple-camera setup and flash. There is also a capacitative fingerprint sensor mounted on the back of the device. The device is made of up plastic and it isn’t protected against splash and dust.

Oppo A31

Under the hood, it packs MediaTek’s Helio P35 chipset which we saw in the recently launched Vivo Y30. Processor-wise, I think Oppo should be offering a better chipset. The device comes with 4GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. In case the storage is not enough, you can expand the storage up to 512GB via a MicroSD card slot.

We get a triple camera setup comprising of a 12MP primary sensor. It is accompanied by a 2MP macro lens and a 2MP depth sensor. For selfies, there is an 8MP camera on the front housed in the waterdrop notch. For biometrics, there is a fingerprint sensor mounted on the back. A 4,230mAh battery will be powering the device. There is a micro-USB port for charging the device. Software-wise, it will ship with Android Pie with ColorOS 6 on top.

OPPO A31 Specifications

  • Display: 6.5″ IPS LCD display with HD+ resolution (720 x 1600 pixels)
  • Rear Camera: Triple, 12MP primary lens with f/1.8 aperture + 2MP depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture + 2MP macro lens with f/2.4 aperture
  • Front Camera: 8MP lens with f/2.0 aperture
  • Processor: MediaTek Helio P35; 12nm mobile platform
  • GPU: PowerVR GE8320
  • RAM: 4GB/6GB
  • Storage: 64GB/128GB
  • Software: Android 9 with ColorOS 6.1 on top
  • Battery: 4,230mAh, 10W charging via micro-USB port
  • Sensors: Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer,  proximity, compass
  • Connectivity: Wifi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, micro-USB 2.0

OPPO A31 Price in Nepal & Availability

The official price of Oppo A31 in Nepal is set at Rs. 26,590. This price is for the 4GB RAM and 128GB storage variants. It is available for purchase from mobile shops all over Nepal.

Model Name Price in Nepal  Availability
Oppo A31 (4/64GB) Rs. 26,590 July 16, 2020

At a price of Rs. 26,590, the Oppo A31 is one of the most overpriced smartphones of 2020. We recommend you buy the Galaxy M21 instead, which offers a FullHD+ AMOLED screen, a much better 48MP triple rear cameras, and 6000mAh battery with fast charging.

Check out our review of Galaxy M21 here: 

TSMC to start mass producing 2nm chips in 2023 – 2024

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When it comes to processors and SoC, transistor density is key. The more transistors manufacturer can fit in a given area, the more power-efficient & potentially faster the processor becomes. Currently, the most powerful mobile chipsets are based on the 7nm node process. Manufacturers are already working on the denser 5nm process and we should see them release next year. However, according to a report, TSMC, a leading chip-manufacturer, has already found a breakthrough for the 2nm process node and that it will head into manufacturing in 2023.

TSMC new 2nm Process Node

Current Scenario

As stated earlier, the mainstream chips and processors available in the market right now are based on the 7nm process. However, we are very close to witnessing a 5nm chipset. The upcoming flagship processor from both Qualcomm and Samsung will use this technology. TSMC, the company behind the Qualcomm’s Snapdragon and AMD’s Ryzen chipset, has already disclosed the details of its 3nm process, which will go into production in 2022.

TSMC 5nm production facility chips

A report from Economic Daily states that TSMC will follow the 3nm process with the 2nm process. The latter will hit the production line in between 2023 and 2024. It is no secret that TSMC has been investing in the 2nm process since 2019. Though there has been no hint of any kind, the report is confident that the official announcement will come.

What does really “nm” signify?

If you didn’t already know, the nanometer designation represents the process node that the chip is based on. In the early days, the designation represented gate-length and half-pitch of the particular chip. However, today, it is a mere marketing term used by manufacturers to denote a new chip manufacturing process that results in a more compact and advanced chipset compared to the existing process.

GAA-FET vs FinFET

The 2nm process is said to pack 3.5 times more transistors than the mainstream 7nm process of today. Today, the chips are manufactured using the FinFET process. However, TSMC will be implementing the GAA process to manufacture the 2nm chips. FinFet features fins (at least two) surrounded by the gate on three sides. GAA is the progression of FinFET where the gate material surrounds the channel from all sides. The reason for the shift is that GAA-FET provides better electrostatics and allows further upscaling of the gate length. The FinFET, on the other hand, will suffer due to quantum confinement.

TSMC 2nm: Production and Availability

According to the report, TSMC is all set to start the production of 5nm chipsets. TSMC’s first mobile chipset based on the 5nm process will be Snapdragon 875. The 3nm process will hit mass production in the second half of 2022. Similarly, TSMC 2nm process will be mass-produced between 2023 and 2024.

TSMC Process Node Expected Availability
5nm 2021
3nm 2022
2nm 2023 – 2024
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Oppo Enco W11 launched: Contender for the best budget TWS in Nepal?

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Earlier this year, Oppo launched Enco Free alongside Oppo F15 through an online event in Nepal. The Enco Free was the company’s first mobile accessories to launch in the country. Now, Oppo has launched another TWS here. This time it is the budget Oppo Enco W11. Let’s take a look at the specs, features, price, and availability of Oppo Enco W11 in Nepal.

Oppo Enco W11 Overview

Design and Build

Talking about the design, the Oppo Enco W11 looks to be inspired by the Samsung Galaxy Buds lineup. Unlike the Enco free which has an Airpods-style stem design, it features a buds-like design. If you don’t like the idea of TWS’s stem hanging out of your ear, Oppo Enco W11 could be a decent choice in a budget. The buds are also light at just 4.4g each. It comes with three sizes of silicone tips. The charging case also looks similar to that of the Galaxy Buds lineup and weighs around 35.5g.

Oppo Enco W11 design

Oppo Enco W11 features 8mm dynamic driver. While it’s larger than the one on the Redmi AirDots, Accurate HX03 has larger 13mm drivers. However, the driver on the Enco W11 is paired with titanium plated composite diaphragms. Oppo claims that the setup will enhance bass and result in clearer sound. It also supports AAC format.

Connectivity

Oppo Enco W11 transmits data over Bluetooth 5.0 connection. It supports binaural simultaneous transmission within the range of 10 meters. What it means is that your phone will be transmitting data to the left and right buds simultaneously.

OPPO Enco W11 Buds Design

Often budget TWS features master-slave transmission in which the data is only received by one of the buds.

Control

Oppo Enco W11 comes with touch control. A single touch on either side will play or pause the music playback depending upon the situation. Similarly, a double-tap will change the current track. It can also be used to answer and end calls. A triple tap will activate the voice assistant. Unlike other budget TWS in the market, you can adjust volume without having to touch your smartphone. All you need to do is touch and hold until the volume is adjusted to the level of your liking.

Battery and Others

Oppo Enco W11 Water resistance

Each bud features a 40mah battery. The charging case is equipped with a 400mAh battery. Oppo claims that it can last 5 hours of continuous music playback on a single charge. The charging case will bump it up to 20 hours. However, you will have to use it at a 50% volume to obtain these numbers. Listening to higher volumes will yield different results. The charging case can charge the buds from 0 to 100% in 120 minutes. Similarly, 15 minutes of charging will provide an hour playback.

Enco W11 has IP55 certification against dust and water. So, if you like taking your earbuds to the gym and workout session, you won’t face any problem. However, you will still have to protect the charging case as it is only the buds that are certified.

OPPO Enco W11 Specifications:

  • Driver: 8mm, dynamic
  • Connectivity: Wireless (Bluetooth)
  • Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz
  • Music Time: 5hours ( with 50% volume), 20hr (with charging case)
  • Audio Codec: AAC
  • Battery capacity: 40mAh (Each Earbud); 400mAh (Power case)
  • Charging time: 120min(Earbuds)
  • Bluetooth Version: v5.0
  • Sweat Resistance: Yes, IP55 Rating
  • Noise Cancelling: Yes
  • Power Case Charger: Type-C
  • Color: White

Oppo Enco W11 Price in Nepal and Availability

Oppo has launched the Enco W11 in Nepal with a price tag of Rs. 3,990. The pricing on this is fair considering it is available in India for INR 2,499. It will compete against the Redmi Airdots and Accurate HX03 in the budget segment. It is pricier than the two but it comes with an IP55 rating.

TWS model Price in Nepal
Oppo Enco W11 Rs. 3,990
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