Samsung announced the Galaxy A51 5G alongside the Galaxy A71 5G earlier this year. Though the former is yet to make a commercial debut, Samsung is already working on its ‘s’ iteration. The upcoming Samsung Galaxy A51s 5G has been spotted in multiple benchmark and certification listings. Read along to learn more about the rumors, leaks, specs, expected launch & availability of Samsung Galaxy A51s 5G.
Samsung Galaxy A51s 5G: Everything to know
The story of S-variants
In the latter half of last year, we saw Samsung launch ‘s’ iteration of devices under A-series and M-series lineup. Though the s-suffixed devices were meant to upgrade to their non-s siblings, the minor changes weren’t convincing enough. It has been reported that Samsung will be following the same strategy for at least 2021.
Samsung A51s 5G looks to be the first s-suffixed smartphone for 2020. The device with the model name SM-A515V has received approval from Wi-Fi Alliance and has already gone through Geekebench benchmark tests.
Geekebench Listing
Unlike A51 5G, Samsung has turned to Qualcomm for the A51 5G’s processor. The Galaxy A51 5G was announced with Samsung’s in-house Exynos 980 SoC. The Geekbench listing revealed the chips inside the Galaxy A51 to be “lito”. Lito is the codename for Snapdragon 765G. The chipset features an integrated modem for 5G connectivity.
It supports both sub-6Hz and mmWave 5G. The listing also reveals 6GB of RAM in the tested device. But we can expect another variant with 8GB of RAM. Like the A51 5G, both variants are likely to feature 128GB of internal storage with the option to expand it via a microSD card.
Wi-Fi Alliance Certification
Similarly, Wi-Fi certifications from Wi-Fi Alliance reveals that the device will support Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac (2.4 GHz, 5GHz). It will run on Android 10 with the One UI on top.
Samsung Galaxy A51s 5G Price in Nepal and Availability
Samsung Galaxy A51s 5G will first land in the US. We will have to wait for Samsung’s official announcement for complete specs, pricing, and availability in other regions.
Smartphone Model
Expected Launch Date
Samsung Galaxy A51s 5G
Late 2020 (US)
Check out our in-depth review of Samsung Galaxy A51!
Oppo has added a new member to the Oppo Reno 3 lineup. The new Oppo Reno3 A is the fourth smartphone in the Reno3 series, which consists of Reno3, Reno3 Pro, and Reno3 Vitality Edition. Read along to find out more about the Oppo Reno3 A including its specs, features, expected price, and availability in Nepal.
Oppo Reno3 A Overview
Design and Display
Oppo Reno 3A comes with a 6.4-inch AMOLED display. The screen has an FHD+ resolution of 2400 x 1080. It features a waterdrop style notch on the top to house the front camera. The chin is comparatively thicker than the rest of the bezels. Overall the device boasts a screen-to-body ratio of 89.9%. To protect the display from accidental drops and scratches, Oppo has included a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass 5 on top.
The device is 8.2mm thick and Oppo claims that the new ergonomic design makes the width of the device blend into hands. Similarly, the device weighs around 175g, which the company claims makes it perfect for one-hand usage.
Performance and Memory
When it comes to mid-range devices, Oppo seems to prioritize aesthetics over performance and it is the case with Oppo Reno3 A. It comes with Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 processor. The company would have gone with the latest mid-range processors such as Helio G90T or Snapdragon 765G but it didn’t. The device comes with 6GB of RAM and 125GB of internal storage.
Oppo has included Game Booster 2.0 that makes the gaming experience smoother by optimizing the touch sample and refresh rate. The optimization is possible by avoiding processing delays and control disturbances.
Camera
Oppo Reno3 A comes with a 48MP quad-camera setup. The primary camera supports Electronic Camera Shake Correction. This feature stabilizes pictures and videos using Oppo’s proprietary algorithm and gyro sensors. There is an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera with 119-degree Field of View. There are two 2MP sensors whose nature has not been specified clearly. It could be either of macro + depth sensor and macro + monochrome sensor combination. On the front, there is a 16MP selfie camera.
Battery and Others
Reno3 A comes with a massive 4025mAh battery. Though the exact wattage has not been disclosed the device does support fast charging technology. The device runs on ColorOS 7.1 based on Android 10. For security, there is an optical fingerprint sensor placed under the screen. It also has an IP68 rating against water and dust.
OPPO Reno3 A Specifications:
Dimension: 160.9 x 74.1 x 8.2mm; 175g
Display: 6.44-inch AMOLED display; Corning Gorilla Glass 5, DC-Dimming function
Connectivity: 3.5 mm audio jack, FM Radio, Dual 4G VoLTE, WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4GHz + 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.0, GPS/ GLONASS/ Beidou, NFC
Battery: 4025mAh battery with fast charging
Oppo Reno3 A Price in Nepal and Availability
Oppo Reno3 A is now available in Japan where its price is 39,800 Yen for the 6/128GB variant. We expect the price of Oppo Reno3 A in Nepal to be around NPR 47,000.
Realme was introduced as a sub-brand of Oppo in 2018. Back then, it was an attempt from the company to compete against the popular budget-oriented Redmi brand by Xiaomi. Today, Realme is an independent brand and its offerings expand beyond smartphones. To deal with the expanding portfolio, Realme has announced a new product strategy, which the company is referring to as the “1+4+N” strategy. Read along to find more about the new 1+4+N product strategy from Realme.
Realme 1+4+N Product Strategy
Realme was launched to counter the growing popularity of Redmi smartphones in the Indian market. In the past two years, Realme has emerged as one of the fastest-growing smartphone brands in the world. And the next logical step was to enter the smart wearable business.
The company has put its foot in the IoT business. Earlier, Realme India CEO, Madhav Sheth announced that the company’s mission for 2020 was to be the biggest lifestyle brand in India. The new 1+4+N strategy is key to achieving this feat.
Smartphone
Even with the ever-growing portfolio of wearable and IoT devices, Realme has assured its fan that smartphones will still be its core product. The “1” in “1+4+N” represents smartphones. It will be at the top of Realme’s product hierarchy. What is means is that all the other products, be it smart wearables or AIoT devices will be controlled and managed by Realme smartphones. It will be done with the help of the Realme Link app.
Four Smart Hubs
The 4 in the 1+4+N represents four smart hubs. These smart hubs rank below the smartphone in the hierarchy but they have the same function – control and manage AIoT products. The four smart hubs are Smart TV, Smart Earphone, Smart Watch, and Smart Speakers. As of now, Realme has already announced every one of these, except for the latter.
Realme is now working on the fourth hub – Smart Speaker, which will be launched later this year. The company has also announced that it will come with even more options to choose from already existing hubs. In the company’s words, Realme will release more stylish smartwatches, high-end TVs, and smarter headphones.
N AIoT products
Lifestyle and AIoT products form the bottom of the Realme product’s hierarchy. Realme doesn’t want to stop launching new products, the indefinite number is represented by “N”. However, it’s the area where Realme has the least presence.
As of now, Realme has launched power banks, smart bands, and backpacks. The company will be further expanding the product line to include smart scales, projectors, plugs, locks, car charger, and electric toothbrushes.
Xiaomi’s sub-brand Redmi has launched the Redmi Note 9 in an online event back in May. While the Note 9 Pro had already made a debut in Nepal last month, the company has announced this new member of the Note 9 series recently. It is the world’s first phone to be powered by the Helio G85 chipset. And now, it is finally here in Nepal. Let’s learn more about the Redmi Note 9 along with its availability and price in Nepal.
Overview
Getting to the specs, the Redmi Note 9 sports a 6.53- inch FHD+ IPS display with a hole-punch cutout on the top left. This big display gets its juice via the 5,020 mAh battery that supports 22.5 Watt quick charging. Moreover, you get the fast-charger inside the box itself! Camera-wise, we see a quad-camera setup in a rather different looking arrangement at the back which consists of a 48MP primary sensor followed by an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens, a 2MP macro sensor, and a 2MP depth sensor.
Likewise, at the front, you see a 13MP selfie cam. Taking of the internals, we get the MediaTek Helio G85 chipset running the show. You get Android 10 out of the box with MIUI 11 on top.
We get the standard Glass design in Note 9, like with previous Redmi devices. The front and the back are both protected by the Gorilla Glass 5. However, the frames are made up of plastic. For storage, one has two options to choose from, 64GB OR 128GB with room for expansion via a dedicated MicroSD slot.
Also, like with most budget and mid-range Xiaomi phones, you get splash resistance to help the Redmi Note 9 live longer. Similarly, the device has a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, unlike its elder siblings. Not to miss, the phone features an IR blaster as well.
A powerful gaming-focused SoC!
As mentioned earlier, the MediaTek Helio G85 powers the phone. It is very similar to the Helio G80, which powers the Realme 6i. Like the G80, it has 2 powerful Cortex A75 cores and 6 energy-efficient Cortex A55 cores. The Mali G52 MC2 GPU takes care of the graphics.
The Redmi Note 9 goes head to head against the Realme 6 and Galaxy M20s when it launches in the south Asian market later this month. For me, the Realme 6 is a clear winner. It comes with a 90Hz refresh rate display and a much powerful Helio G90T chipset. However, we do need to perform a real-world test and compare these phones before giving a solid verdict. So, stay connect with us.
Rear Camera: 48MP f/1.7 Samsung GW1 primary sensor, 8MP f/ 2.2 ultra-wide sensor, 2MP f/2.4 macro lens and a 2MP f/2.4 sensor for depth effects
Front Camera: 13MP single camera
Security: Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)
Battery: 5,020 mAh with 22.5-Watt Fast Charging
Colors: Forest Green, Polar White, and Mid-night Grey
Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Price in Nepal and Availability:
Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 has been launched in Nepal for a price of Rs. 22,999. This price is for the 4GB RAM, 128GB storage variant. Similarly, the 4/64GB variant costs Rs. 19,999 and the 6/128GB variant costs Rs. 24,999.
We all know that Xiaomi is very good at making a budget, mid-range, and flagship killer phones. However, we see very few Xiaomi phones catering to the premium mid-range and flagship segments in our part of the world. But the fact is, Xiaomi does make such phones and those are mainly focused in European markets. And the new Mi Note 10 Lite is a great example of such a phone as we’ve discovered with our review.
However, phones like the Galaxy A71, Reno 3 Pro, etc. are doing so well here in South Asia and Xiaomi finally seems to have realized that phones like Mi Note 10 Lite may fill the void that exists for them in the premium mid-range market.
This phone is a follow up on the comparatively expensive Mi Note 10. Right off the bat, it’s not the most value for money smartphone that you generally expect Xiaomi phones to be and I think it does not need to be; considering it is competing against the likes of Galaxy A71, Reno 3 Pro and Vivo V19.
Without any surprise, this phone has not been launched in India where people look for value for money. It has been launched in Nepal though. So, let’s get started with the review of the Mi Note 10 Lite.
Audio: 3.5mm headphone jack, aptX HD, aptX HD Adaptive codec
Connectivity: Dual-SIM (Nano), WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS/AGPS/GLONASS/BDS, USB Type-C
Battery: 5260mAh with 30W fast charging
Colors: Midnight Black, Glacier White, Nebula
Price in Nepal: Rs. 44,999 (6/128GB) | Rs. 49,999 (8/128GB)
Mi Note 10 Lite Review:
Design
Glass front, glass back, and aluminum frame
Curved front & back for a better grip
Okay, the first unique aspect of the Mi Note 10 Lite is its design as it certainly looks unlike any other at a similar price.
As evident, it is because of the curves you get on the back and front of it, which kind of reminds me of more than 4 years old Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge! These curves are definitely what makes this phone look and feel different, but I cannot help but think, is it really necessary to have it? Because as good as it looks, curved displays are prone to easy breakage and accidental touches.
Xiaomi has included a feature to help ease accidental touches though, like from the display settings, you can red flag the area on the curves that you wish to remain dysfunctional. You can also manually select the amount of area for it, which eases the problem to a great extent.
Now, besides the curves, the design of it is strikingly good. It has this shiny attractive back that’s an eye-candy. And for the price, it looks premium too, thanks to its glass back and metal frames. However, it is a pretty huge phone and weighs over 200 grams. So, you can guess that it’s not the most comfortable to use, especially if you have small hands as I do.
Another slight complaint I have with it is the huge camera bump that creates a substantial imbalance while keeping it on a flat surface and might also result in scratches in the camera lenses. The case that comes along does help the cause a little bit but it’s nothing that’ll provide heavy-duty protection.
Display
6.47-inch FHD+ 3D curved AMOLED panel
91.4% screen-to-body ratio; 60Hz refresh rate
Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection
Also, upfront, you don’t get a screen protector out of the box, which I think all brands should include because what happens is most of the times, it’s very difficult to find a tempered glass or any other screen protector from mobile stores right after a new phone launches.
Anyways, about the display quality, its 6.47’’ Super AMOLED display that produces excellent colors, contrast, and sufficient brightness levels. The display is also protected by Gorilla Glass 5.
Being an AMOLED panel, you get features like Always-on-Display and an effective dark mode. You also get a low brightness flicker-free mode that helps reduce the effects of PWM dimming.
The Mi Note 10 Lite features a quad camera setup like that of the Poco X2. You get a primary 64MP Sony IMX686 sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens, a 2MP macro lens, and a 5MP depth sensor. On the side of the camera module, you will find a quad-LED flash and LASER autofocus.
Surprisingly it doesn’t have a telephoto lens unlike its bigger sibling Mi Note 10, which had not just one but two telephoto zoom lenses. I think it would have been great if they have provided a telephoto lens here, instead of the gimmicky macro lens.
Normal Images
Anyway, talking about the performance, I like the primary camera on this device. This Sony IMX686 sensor results in great details and sharpness in the images. Colors in the images also look vibrant.
Normal
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Mi Note 10 Lite
Galaxy A71
Mi Note 10 Lite
Galaxy A71
I compared the primary cameras on this one with the Galaxy A71 and I liked them both. The A71 does a slightly better job in HDR, otherwise, both these images are equally good.
Wideangle Images
That being said, the ultra-wide-angle and portrait images are pretty average on the Mi Note 10 Lite. Here, The Galaxy A71 is a clear winner.
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Mi Note 10 Lite
Galaxy A71
Mi Note 10 Lite
Galaxy A71
The Note 10 Lite fails to produce good colors and dynamic range in the ultra-wide shots.
Portrait Images
Similarly, for portraits, the shots from Note 10 Lite do look good but I prefer A71’s more, mainly because of the colors in the background and better-looking subjects.
Portrait
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Mi Note 10 Lite
Galaxy A71
Mi Note 10 Lite
Galaxy A71
Nighttime Images
Normal night time images are, well, pretty subpar with lack of details and grains. We do get night mode here which works considerably well to preserve details and maintain exposure.
Nighttime
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Normal Nighttime
Night Mode
Mi Note 10 Lite - Night Mode
Galaxy A71 - Night Mode
When comparing it with the A71, I found Xiaomi doing a slightly better job in night mode pictures.
Selfie Images
About the selfies, the Note 10 Lite is not bad but I prefer the Galaxy A71 in terms of skin tone and background HDR. Xiaomi still seems to be lacking in that aspect.
Selfie & Portrait Selfie
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Mi Note 10 Lite - Selfie
Galaxy A71 - Selfie
Mi Note 10 Lite - Selfie
Galaxy A71 - Selfie
Mi Note 10 Lite - Portrait Selfie
Galaxy A71 - Portrait Selfie
Mi Note 10 Lite - Portrait Selfie
Galaxy A71 - Portrait Selfie
Portrait selfies too share the same story in terms of skin color and HDR and even edge detection is better on the Galaxy A71.
Videos
For videos, 4k/30 fps is the most you can go on the Mi Note 10 Lite. It is the same as the A71 as well. But Mi 10 Lite’s videos are better stabilized than Samsung’s. The colors and focus are quite good at both. There’s also a smooth 60fps option at 1080P, but sadly it lacks stabilization. On the front, you only get options to shoot in 1080p 30fps while you can go up to 4k 30 fps on the A71.
Something I have liked in the Mi Note 10 Lite cameras is the Vlog Mode which helps you make appealing vlogs without much hassle of going through an editing process. It’s something people can use to make fun videos or even YouTube vlogs.
Performance
Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G SoC (8nm)
Either 6 or 8GB of RAM with up to 128GB of storage (non-expandable)
Now let’s talk performance. And as per Xiaomi’s standards, the performance on the Note 10 Lite is average, I would say. We are used to seeing the best price to performance ratio in its budget and mid-range offerings while this one has the SD 730G, which isn’t terrible, but cheaper Xiaomi phones like Poco X2 and Note 9 Pro have similar chipset.
So, if you are a very performance-centric person, you have better options like last year’s Redmi K20 Pro or the upcoming Poco F2 Pro which will ensure better gaming to better benchmarks to better everything.
Gaming
Talking about the Mi Note 10 Lite’s real-life performance, games like PUBG are well playable at around 40 fps with graphics set to smooth and fps at Ultra. With HD graphics and high frame rates, I experienced slight stutter and lags. COD runs considerably well though at high graphics and frame rates.
Normal day to day tasks has no problem running whatsoever. Talking of multitasking with heavy apps, it does not feel laggy at all, thanks to the 6GB RAM on my unit. Sadly, 128GB is the max storage you can get on this phone as it lacks the microSD expansion slot.
So, performance-wise, the Mi Note 10 Lite is not your regular “value for money” Xiaomi smartphone. But it does ensure that it gives good enough performance to match or even surpass its competitors like the A71 or the Reno 3 Pro.
Software and UI
Android 10 with Xiaomi’s custom MIUI 11 on top
On the software front, the Mi Note 10 Lite runs on Android 10 out of the box with MIUI 11 running the show on top and you should be receiving the MiUI 12 update as early as next month too.
Although MIUI is a pretty heavy skin, I didn’t feel any lags in the UI. But there are some things that bugged me a little; like the fact that you can only dismiss a notification from one side. Yet thankfully, there are no ads in the UI here.
Audio
3.5mm headphone jack, single bottom-firing speaker
Talking of other things, you get a single firing speaker at the bottom that produces a very balanced output, which I like.
The audio from the 3.5mm headphone jack is of good quality as well. However, it’s a shame that you don’t get earphones inside the box with this phone. In my opinion, Xiaomi should have included one on such a premium midrange phone.
Moving on, I faced no problem whatsoever while calling from this device. And what I like is, Xiaomi is one of the very few brands that still provides an IR blaster which is a welcome addition always.
Biometrics & Battery
An optical in-display fingerprint scanner
5,260mAh battery with 30W fast wired charging
No wireless charging
Both the biometric options, fingerprint, and face unlock work very fast on the Mi Note 10 Lite. I preferred the fingerprint option best for security reasons, but if you are into face unlock, that’s here too.
Battery-wise, Xiaomi claims up to 2 days of backup with its big 5,260 mAh unit. But in my heavy usage, with the Always-on-Display feature and dark mode on, I got a full day’s endurance; which is still pretty good.
And I have also liked the charging speed on the device as it takes exactly 1 hour 15 minutes to get the device from 0-100% with its native 30-watt charger.
Conclusion
Now, my conclusion about the Mi Note 10 Lite is exactly what I said at the beginning of this review; if you are looking for a value for money Xiaomi smartphone, sadly, this one isn’t you should be looking at.
It basically caters to the exact same market where phones like Galaxy A71 or Reno 3 Pro are doing well, which means that it’s not for a performance-centric audience. Rather it’s for someone who prefers good design, great camera, and an excellent super AMOLED display.
Having said that, I think Xiaomi could have been made it more compelling if they had included a 90Hz panel and a telephoto zoom lens and maybe even stereo speakers.
Watch our video review of the Mi Note 10 Lite!
Mi Note 10 Lite Review: Pros & Cons
Pros:
Premium design and attractive curved front & back
Excellent AMOLED display with a minimalistic teardrop notch
Good battery endurance
Sony IMX686 is a show-stealer
Cons:
Not the best “value-for-money” Xiaomi smartphone
Xiaomi could’ve gone with a better & newer chipset
The excessively curved display may be repulsive to some
Oppo F15 is the latest device under the F-series to launch in Nepal. Over the years, Oppo has been pretty successful with its F-series lineup of smartphones. The lineup is for users looking for decent design and camera performance in the mid-range market segment. The Oppo F15 is the successor to Oppo F11 that was launched last year. The F15 arrived here in the month of March. We have used the device for the majority of the duration of the nation-wide lockdown. Read along to find out what we think of the new Oppo F15 in this review.
Storage: 128GB UFS 2.1 (expandable via a dedicated microSD slot)
Software & UI: ColorOS 6.1 on top of Android 9.0 (Pie)
Rear Camera: Quad-camera;
– 48MP primary lens with f/1.8 aperture & PDAF
– 8MP Ultra-wide-angle lens with f/2.3 aperture
– 2MP B/W sensor with f/2.4 aperture
– 2MP depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture
– LED flash
Front Camera: 16MP, f/2.0 lens
Security: Under-display (optical)
Audio: 3.5mm headphone jack, loudspeaker
Connectivity: Dual-SIM (Nano), WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS/AGPS/GLONASS/BDS, USB Type-C
Battery: 4025mAh with 20W VOOC Flash Charge
Colors: Lightening Black, Unicorn White
Price in Nepal: Rs. 39,990 (8/128GB)
Oppo F15 Review:
Design and Build
Glass front, plastic back, and plastic frames
A beautiful gradient finish in the rear panel
Starting off, the design is among the strongest aspects of Oppo F15. The device is enclosed inside a plastic body. However, from a distance, the shiny glossy finish on the back panel may fool you into believing that its build using more premium material, say glass.
It is available in two color gradients – “Lightening Black” and “Unicorn White”. Personally, I find the latter more attractive and it is the one that we tested for this review.
Though the rear panel is a treat to the eyes, it is slippery and attracts smudges and fingerprints. So we recommend you use a transparent case so that you can protect it while still flaunting its design. The side frames are made of plastic. Similarly, the frames are curved which makes it easier to hold the phone. The power button and the volume rockers are positioned well and are clicky enough. Overall the Oppo F15 is tall, slim, and feels good on hand.
Display
6.4-inch FHD+ AMOLED panel
A near-cinematic 20:9 aspect ratio
60Hz refresh rate, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Oppo F15 features an AMOLED display which is a welcome upgrade from the LCD panel on the Oppo F11. It comes with an FHD resolution and a tall aspect ratio of 20:9. Colors look good on the panel. I didn’t face any issue with the brightness of the screen even while outdoors. You will be glad to know that the device comes with a Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection against scratches.
There is a tiny notch on the top of the display. We are disappointed that the company didn’t opt for a trendier punch-hole display. The notch isn’t that bad though. It looks tiny compared to the tall display panel and isn’t distracting at all. Since it’s an AMOLED display, the fingerprint sensor is now under the screen.
Performance and Memory
Octa-core MediaTek Helio P70 (12nm) SoC
A single memory configuration of 8GB RAM & 128GB storage
For some odd reasons, Oppo has decided to go with MediaTek Helio P70. It’s the same chipset that we saw on both Oppo F11 and F11 Pro. While competing brands are offering the latest chipsets, Oppo has shamelessly used a chipset that is now over two years old.
The chipset is capable of handling day to day tasks. With the 8GB of RAM, the device doesn’t disappoint with the multi-tasking either. However, Helio P70 can’t deliver when it comes to gaming. I tried playing PUBG on this device with graphics and refresh rates both set to high, and the experience was not so good.
Not only did I experience lags and stutters during gameplay, but the phone also started heating instantly. So if you want longer gaming sessions and smooth gameplay, you will be better off with settings kept at medium. Disappointed with the way the device ran PUBG, I switched to Call Of Duty Mobile. Here, the experience was comparatively better than the time I tried PUBG on it.
OPPO F15 comes with 128GB of internal storage. You can also expand it via a microSD card. The card slot provided here is a dedicated one and you don’t have to sacrifice the dual-sim functionality for extended storage.
Camera
Quad-cameras at the back
(48MP main, 8MP ultrawide, 2MP B/W, 2MP depth)
16MP front-facing camera
Cameras
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Back
Front
Compared to F11, Oppo has bumped the number of cameras on the back from two to four. The 48MP primary camera shoots pictures at 12MP in the default setting. It can take 12MP shots utilizing the pixel binning technique.
Changing the setting from 12MP from 48MP was a hassle in itself. In most of the devices, such a setting is provided on the main camera interface itself. However, in Oppo F15, it is hidden inside the aspect ratio setting.
Normal Images
Talking about camera performance, the primary camera is capable of taking decent shots under proper lighting conditions. The colors are both punchy and popping, and the dynamic range is pretty good too.
Normal Images
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Dazzle Color
There is a “Dazzle Color” mode which results in more saturated images and it is better to turn it off most of the time.
Wideangle Images
Moving on, the 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens increases the Field of View but sacrifices dynamic range in the process. It also doubles as a macro lens. But taking macro shots is quite tricky, and most of the time I couldn’t get it right.
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I compared it with the 12MP wide-angle lens found in Samsung’s Galaxy A51 and noticed how the F15 wasn’t quite able to deliver similar images. But that doesn’t mean F15’s wide-angle images are unusable.
Wideangle
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Oppo F15
Galaxy A51
Oppo F15
Galaxy A51
Portrait Images
The portrait shots aren’t downright horrible but it doesn’t do a perfect job when it comes to edge detection. A51, on the other hand, has a much better background blur and subject focus.
Portrait
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Oppo F15
Galaxy A51
Oppo F15
Galaxy A51
Oppo F15
Galaxy A51
Nighttime Images
The night shots suffer from a lack of details. Even with the night mode on the pictures are noisy and full of grains. Once again comparing it with the Galaxy A51, the regular nighttime images are kinda-sorta similar in both.
Nighttime
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Oppo F15 - Normal Nighttime
Galaxy A51 - Normal Nighttime
Oppo F15 - Night Mode
Galaxy A51 - Night Mode
But using the dedicated night mode feature, A51 is capable of delivering a better exposure control. Despite this, there isn’t much difference.
Selfie Images
The selfie camera is on par with that other mid-range devices are providing at this price range. The skin tone is good and so is the HDR capability. However, portrait selfies suffer from poor edge detection.
Selfie & Portrait Selfie
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Selfie
Portrait Selfie
Selfie
Portrait Selfie
Software
ColorOS 6.1 with Android 9.0 (Pie) on top
Uninstallable bloatware apps (including some Google apps)
The phone runs on ColorOS 6 based on Android 9. Oppo has been consistent with the monthly security updates. At the time of writing this review, the OPPO F15 has already received the security patch for June 2020. It comes with some bloatware and most of them can be uninstalled.
You can even uninstall some of the Google apps such as Google Photos, Duo, Drive, and News. The display is tall and I had problems reaching all the parts of the screen, so the smart sidebar proved to be really helpful while navigating.
Oppo F15 misses out on Android 10 features such as the Night mode. We would have loved to test the Dark Mode on the AMOLED screen but the feature isn’t there. Oppo has already announced that their roadmap for ColorOS 7(Android 10) update. According to it, Oppo A91 (rebranded F15 in some regions) will be receiving the update in July. We expect the Oppo F15 to receive the update around the same time as the two phones look very similar.
Battery and Biometrics
4025mAh battery with 20W VOOC Flash Charge
An optical in-display fingerprint scanner
The Oppo F15 features a massive 4,025mAh battery that supports 20W VOOC fast charging. Because of its mediocre battery size, the phone struggled to last over a day of usage. However, if you aren’t a hardcore user as I am, it should last you throughout the day.
Charging the phone is no problem either. The 20W charger provided inside the box can fill the charge form 0 to 50% in 30 minutes. More importantly, the whole charging process takes a little over an hour.
Here, Oppo F15 comes with an under-display fingerprint sensor. The sensor is both fast and accurate. With it, I completely forgot about the default pin-lock, only to be reminded by the UI every 72 hours. The phone requires you to use the latter once in every 72 hours. You also get a Face Unlock feature which isn’t as secure as the fingerprint sensor.
Conclusion
Oppo F15 is a decent mid-ranger if we take into account its color gradient design, accurate display, camera performance, and battery life. Compared to its predecessor, it now has an AMOLED panel, in-display fingerprint, Type-C port with 20W VOOC charging, and double the amount of camera. However, it still has packs-in a two-year-old processor that performs horribly when it comes to gaming. It doesn’t operate on the latest Android version but we expect Oppo the rollout within July.
Samsung recently launched the new M- series (M21 and M31) in Nepal. And in an attempt to build on that success, the company Samsung Galaxy A01, its new budget offering under Rs. 15,000. Looking at the specifications, there is nothing to be excited about as it seems to be aimed at entry-level users.
Samsung Galaxy A01 Overview
The device comes with a 5.7-inch HD+ PLS TFT screen. There’s a waterdrop style notch on the front that houses the front camera. Pictures from the official sites reveal a plastic unibody body. With a small footprint and light weight, the Galaxy A01 is easier to use.
As far as performance is concerned, it runs on Snapdragon 439 octa-core chip (Quad 1.95 GHz + Quad 1.45 GHz). The device comes with 2GB of RAM and 16GB storage onboard which can be expanded to 512GB via a dedicated microSD card slot.
It features a dual-camera setup at the back. There’s a 13MP primary sensor along with a 2MP depth sensor. The two cameras are arranged in a vertical fashion. At the front, there is a 5MP front camera for selfies.
As for the sensors, it won’t be offering a fingerprint sensor but will come equipped with a proximity sensor, a light sensor and an accelerometer sensor that is offered by almost all budget devices these days. The phone will be available in three color options: Black, Blue, and Red. It boasts a 3000 mAh battery and lacks support for fast charging.
Samsung Galaxy A01 Specifications
Dimensions: 146.3 x 70.86 x 8.34mm
Weight: 149gms
Display: 5.7- inch HD+ PLS TFT Infinity –V display
Last year’s Realme X2 Pro was considered by many as a “flagship killer” because of its specs and pricing. This year, Realme upgraded the X lineup of smartphones with the Realme X3 and Realme X3 SuperZoom. These two devices have finally made their way to the Indian Sub-continent. In this post, we will be talking about the vanilla Realme X3 in detail, including its specs, features, expected price, and availability in Nepal.
Realme X3 Overview
Design and Display
Realme X3 sports a 6.6-inch FHD+ display with an aspect ratio of 20:9. On the top left corner of the screen, there is a pill-shaped cot-out, that houses the dual-selfie camera setup. The bezels on the bottom of the screen are more prominent than on the other three sides. The display refresh rate of up to 120Hz. Similarly, it boasts 480 nits peak brightness. The panel is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5.
The device comes in two color options – Glacier Blue and Arctic White. The four cameras are arranged vertically inside the pill-shaped camera module.
Performance and Memory
While most of the smartphone brands have gone with 5G enabled Snapdragon 865 and 765G, Realme has opted to stick with last year’s Snapdragon 855+. The choice makes sense considering how the introduction of SD 865 has caused the hiked the price of flagship device in 2020. In markets like India and Nepal, 5G isn’t the most demanded feature and it can be skipped to keep the cost down.
Realme X3 is available in two RAM configurations – 6GB and 8GB. Both of them are based on LPDDR4X technology and are paired with 128GB of UFS 3.0 storage. The internal storage supports Turbo Write and Host Performance Booster technology for better performance.
Camera
Realme X3 flaunts a 64MP quad-camera setup on the back. The primary camera uses Samsung’s GW1 sensor. There is a 12MP telephoto lens that supports 2X optical zoom. Similarly, there is an 8MP ultra-wide-angle camera and a 2MP camera for macro photography.
On the front, there is an 8MP ultra-wide sensor accompanying the 16MP primary selfie camera.
Battery and Others
Realme X3 gets its juice from a 4200mAh battery. It supports 30W Dart fast charging technology. For security, Realme has mounted a capacitive fingerprint sensor on the side of the device.
Battery: 4,200 mAh battery with 30Watt Fast Charging
Colors: Glacier Blue, Arctic White
Realme X3 Price and Availability
Realme X3 is now available for pre-order in India, where its price is INR 24,999 for the 6/128GB variant and INR 25,999 for the 8/128GB variant. We expect the price of Realme X3 in Nepal to be around NPR 44,000 for the 6/128GB variant and NPR 47,000 for the 8/128GB variant.
Thanks to YouTube and other social media platforms, the popularity of vlogging has steadily been on the rise. Even in Nepal, there are people who have been successful in making living and name for themselves through vlogging. Since people are now attracted to vlogging more than ever, the demand for vlogging camera is on the rise. Addressing the need, Panasonic has launched Lumix G100. It’s a camera for people thinking of getting into vlogging. Let’s take a look at the specs, features, expected price, and availability of Panasonic Lumix G100 in Nepal.
Panasonic Lumix G100 Overview
Panasonic Lumix G100 is a single lens mirrorless camera designed for vloggers. Though it features a lightweight and compact design, it doesn’t compromise on features.
The camera comes with a 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds lens, which is quite common with cameras at this price range. Panasonic is advertising it as the next logical step from smartphones. You can record 4K videos at 30p or 24p. The recording time is limited to 10 minutes and the video is cropped at 1.47x. On the other hand, FHD videos can be recorded at 60p. The camera comes with a 5-axis Hybrid Image Stabilizer.
It comes with an Electronic ViewFinder with 3.68 million dots. Panasonic claims that the EVF refreshes four times faster than average field sequential EVFs. Similarly, there is a 3-inch fully articulating LCD display. It is 1.4 times brighter than the LCD on the G90.
The default microphone setting on cameras is often overlooked. However, it may not be the case with the new G100 as it comes with Nokia’s OZO Audio. The three array microphones are can isolate the sound coming with the face in focus. If there is more than one face in the frame, the camera will record them using different microphones.
Talking about connectivity, Lumix G100 comes with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. There is also an HDMI connector in case you want to connect the camera to an external display. You can even connect an external microphone but there is no port of headphone jack. Panasonic claims a battery life of up to 45 minutes. The camera features a Micro-USB charging. It can also be used to connect to the DMW-SHGR1 tripod grip. The tripod grip also doubles as a selfie handle and comes with a record and shutter release button.
Panasonic Lumix G100 Price in Nepal and Availability
Panasonic Lumix G100 will launch next month in the US where its price is $749.99 for K Kit (camera body + 12 – 32mm lens) and $799.99 for V kit (K Kit + tripod). We expect the price of Panasonic Lumix G100 in Nepal to be around NPR 90,000 for K Kit and NPR 1,00,000 for V Kit.
Even during this period of the pandemic, smartphone brands aren’t hesitating from bringing out new phones. The latest phone in the list is the Samsung Galaxy M11. And now, Samsung Nepal has brought the device to the Nepalese market. So, let’s check out the specs, price in Nepal, and availability of Samsung Galaxy M11.
Samsung Galaxy M11 Overview
Samsung Galaxy M11 will be the cheapest option among the devices under the M-series of 2020. It will be the third M-series device of 2020 after Galaxy M31 and Galaxy M21.
Display and design
As of now, Samsung Galaxy M11 sports a 6.4-inch Infinity-O display. Infinity-O is the name given by Samsung for its punch-hole displays. The punch hole is on the top left corner of the screen and it houses the front camera. This TFT LCD panel packs in 720 x 1560 pixels.
Similarly, the device is made up of polycarbonate material. On the back, we have a triple camera setup. The vertical arrangement of the camera reminds of last year’s M-series devices. There’s also a capacitative fingerprint sensor mounted on the back of the display.
Chipset and Hardware
Galaxy M11 is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 450 which we saw in the Galaxy A20s last year. This chipset is supported by 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. There is also a 4/64GB variant of the device available to choose from but that variant is not currently available in Nepal. The phone ships with Samsung’s One UI 2.0 on top based on Android 10.
Camera
Multiple cameras on the back are the trend these days, even in the budget segment. So, Samsung has included a triple camera setup on the back of Galaxy M11. The primary 13MP camera comes with Auto Focus. It is accompanied by a 5MP ultra-wide sensor and a 2MP depth sensor. On the front, there is an 8MP selfie camera with an f/2.0 aperture.
Others
The phone features a massive 5,000mAh battery which is pretty uncommon in this price segment. The battery supports 15W fast charging technology through the type-C port. Thankfully, the fast charger comes inside the box itself! Galaxy M11 also comes with support for 4G connectivity, WiFi 802.11 b\g\n, and Bluetooth 4.2
Battery: 5,000mAh battery with 15-watt fast charging
Colors: Metallic Blue, Black, Violet
Samsung Galaxy M11 Price in Nepal & Availability
Samsung Galaxy M11 was launched in Nepal for a price of Rs. 18,999. However, you can buy now for just Rs. 17,899. This price is for the 3GB RAM, 32GB storage variant. You can buy the Samsung Galaxy M11 starting today (June 25) from retail mobile stores and Samsung brand shops throughout Nepal.
Model Name
Old Price in Nepal
New Price
Samsung Galaxy M11 (3/32GB)
Rs. 18,999
Rs. 17,899
Don’t forget to check out our review of Redmi 8 and Redmi 8A!
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