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Huawei Y7p Launched in Nepal: Don’t even bother!

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March 15, 2020

Huawei Y7p Launched in Nepal: Don’t even bother!

In 2019, Huawei became the second-largest smartphone brand in the world. However, following the US trade ban, Huawei’s market share has dipped by a big margin in 2020. However, the ban has not affected Huawei launching smartphones. They recently launched the Y6 Pro in Nepal and the Nova 6 series in select markets. Now, the company has launched a midrange-phone — the Huawei Y7p in Nepal. So, let’s check out the full specs, updated price, and availability of Huawei Y7p in Nepal.

Huawei Y7p Overview

Design and Display

Huawei Y7p comes with a 6.39-inch IPS LCD panel. It comes with an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1560 pixels. At this price range, both its competitors Redmi Note 8 Pro and Galaxy M30s offer a FullHD+ display. The display features a punch-hole at the top left corner to accommodate the front camera.

At the back, we can see the triple camera setup that is arranged vertically. The flash resides just below the camera module. There is also a fingerprint sensor at the back. Overall, the design is nothing to write home about. It’s a plastic body with plastic frames and even the front lacks any kind of gorilla glass protection.

Processor and Memory

Huawei Y7p is powered by the Kirin 710F octa-core processor. It is the same chipset that we saw in Honor 9X that was launched in Nepal a few months ago. The device comes with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal memory. The storage can be expanded up to 512GB via a dedicated microSD slot.

Camera

At the back, Huawei Y7p comes with the triple camera setup. The primary lens here is a 48MP camera. It is accompanied by an 8MP ultrawide camera and a 2MP depth sensor. Below the camera resides the LED flash. The camera in the Huawei Y7p comes with handheld night mode and AI scene optimization. At the front, there is an 8MP selfie camera inside the punch-hole. It comes with an aperture of f/2.4.

Other features

On the software side, the device still runs on the older version of Android Pie with Huawei’s EMUI 9.1 on top. It is also Huawei’s first mid-range phone to come with Huawei Mobile Services, Huawei’s new ecosystem. This also means it lacks Google apps or Play Store.

The device has a 4,000 mAH non-removable battery inside it. You can charge it via micro-USB port and lacks fast charging. The phone has a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner for biometrics.

Huawei Y7p Specifications:

Display: 6.39-inches IPS LCD panel
Resolution: HD+ (1560 x 720 pixels); 19.5:9 aspect ratio
Chipset: HiSilicon Kirin 710F; 12nm Mobile Platform
CPU: Octa-core (4×2.2 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4×1.7 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU: Mali G51 MP4
RAM: 4GB
Storage: 64GB (expandable up to 512GB)
Software & UI: Android 9.0 (Pie) with Huawei’s EMUI 9.1 on top (HMS)
Rear Camera: Triple-camera; 48MP f/1.8 primary sensor, 8MP f/2.4 ultrawide lens, 2MP f/2.4 depth sensor
Front Camera: 8MP, f/2.0 aperture
Fingerprint sensor: Physical (rear-mounted)
Connectivity: WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, AGPS/GPS/GLONASS, MicroUSB, 3.5mm headphone jack
Battery: 4000 mAh battery with 10W charging
Colors: Midnight Black, Aurora Blue

Huawei Y7p Price in Nepal & Availability

Huawei has set the price of Huawei Y7P at Rs. 23,990. It is now available at select retail shops all over Nepal.

Model Name	Price in Nepal	Available stores
Huawei Y7p	Rs. 23,990	Authorized retail stores

Looking at the features it possesses, the Huawei Y7P looks like an overpriced offering.You can get other midrange smartphones like the Galaxy M30s (Rs. 24,890) and Redmi Note 8 Pro (Rs. 26,999), which are better in almost every aspect. So, what do you think about the Huawei Y7P? Let us know in the poll down below:

Check out our review of the Honor 9X!

Samsung brings exciting exchange offer for Galaxy S20 and S20+

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Samsung brings exciting exchange offer for Galaxy S20 and S20+

Samsung Galaxy S20 and the S20+ is available in Nepal. But wait, your current device is still in a working condition. Or maybe you don’t want to spend a hefty amount of cash due to budget constraints? Well, if that’s the case, then here comes a great opportunity for you to get your hands on the latest Samsung flagship. That’s because currently, Samsung is offering a great mobile exchange offer for Samsung Galaxy S20/S20+.

The catch, however, is that this offer will only be applicable for the current Samsung Galaxy S series and Note Series users. We’ve compiled a list of things that the customers will have to do in order to participate in this offer, so do check them out. Cause, this would be a great way to get your hands on either the Samsung S20 or S20+.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S20, S20+ Price in Nepal

Samsung Galaxy S20/S20+ exchange offer guidelines

Customers need to first provide their phones and their proof of purchase (if any).
Authorized personnel will then inform the customers about the documents that they need to submit in order to take part in this offer. A passport size photo, Customer’s citizenship or valid Driving license should be presented. The team will verify if the submitted documents are his own or he comes on behalf of someone else. Officials will only accept the customers having their own documents for legal purposes.
Once the documents get verified, Team will have a manual checking done of the customer’s device.
Then the team will do the valuation from the exchange portal. All the parameters as per the device condition shall be calculated and the system will give the final value of the phone.
If the customer wants to go ahead with the given value, then the team asks the customer to fill up a disclaimer form along with signature and thumb impression.

Summary:

To sum it up, first, the customer will have to submit their current Samsung S-series or Note series device at an official Samsung outlet along with the aforementioned documents. Then, after a manual checking of the device’s condition, its valuation will be presented to the customer. If the customer is satisfied, then they just need to sign a disclaimer form. And, that’s all you need to do to participate for this offer. So what are you waiting for? Hurry up.

Where to Visit for Samsung Mobile Exchange Offer:

You can visit the following outlets in order to participate in this exchange offer.

Outlet name	Cities
Inside valley
Samsung Plaza	Boudha
Samsung Plaza	Durbar Marg
Samsung Plaza	Civil Mall
Samsung Plaza	Pulchowk
Samsung Plaza	Baneswor
Samsung Plaza	Bhaktapur
IMS Smart	Bouddha
IMS Smart	Durbarmarg
IMS Smart	Jawalakhel
IMS Smart	Kamaladi
IMS Smart	Khichhapokhari
IMS Smart	Newroad
Outside valley
A To Z Mobile Care	Biratnagar
Chadani Mobile Center,Pathari
Mobile and mobile
R.C Mobile Center
Waiba Mobile, Urlabari
Naina Electronics	Itahari,Dharan
Kanak Mobile
Sunsari Mobile
Akrit Enterprises
Bidhata store
Dipankar stores
Anju shree store (jamm tech)
Rup Enterprises	Birtamode
New Pathivara trade concern
Grisha Enterprises
7 Eleven Mobile Shop	Hetauda
Adhikari mobile center
Canvas Mobile Center
Hello Buspark
Makawanpur Mobile Center
Master mobile
New Hetauda Mobile Center
New R2 Mobile Center
Nishan Mobile and Watch Center
Shree Pashupati
Shuva Laxmi Mobile Center
Voice Mart
Manakamna Electronics & Workshop	Narayani Zone

Sony Nepal is offering crazy discounts on headphones

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March 13, 2020

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Sony Nepal is offering crazy discounts on headphones

The festival of colors may have come and gone already, but the festival offers from some companies still remain. One such brand offering products at a discounted price is Sony. To be more specific, they are currently offering their headphones at a bargain price. Below we’ve compiled a list of the latest Sony headphones price in Nepal. Don’t miss out on the offers! You can buy them by visiting the nearest Sony center around you:

Sony headphones & their price in Nepal

Sony MDR-AS400EX In-ear Headphone

The Sony MDR-AS400EX is an in-ear headphone that is best suited for use during workouts. It has a stylish design and is splash-proof, thus you can sport it during training with a swagger. Being an in-ear headphone, it comes with an adjustable loop hanger that fits perfectly in your ear. Moreover, it has a powerful 9mm driver that will keep you going through your tough workout routine.

Specifications:

Weight: 10g
Driver unit: 9mm dynamic – Dome type
Frequency Response: 5-24,000Hz
Sensitivities: 103dB/mW
Cord length: 1.2m
Style: closed earbuds with adjustable ear loops
Price: ~~Rs. 4,620~~ Rs. 3,000

Sony MDR-XB650BT Over-Ear Headphone

The XB in its name is an acronym for extra bass and that is exactly what this headphone delivers. With this headphone, one can enjoy punchy bass in music. And that too for a long period as it has a 30hr battery life. Furthermore, it comes with NFC One-touch that allows instant connectivity with your smartphone.

Specifications:

Weight: 190g
Driver unit: 11.82in
Frequency Response: 20-20,000Hz
Impedance: 24ohm
Sensitivities: 95dB/mW
Usage Time: 30hrs max.
Charge Time: 4hrs
Features: Neodymium dynamic drivers, NFC One-touch, Extra Bass, Swivel design, Built-in mic, Cushioned ear pads
Price: ~~Rs. 15,500~~ Rs. 10,075

Sony MDR-100AAP Over-Ear Headphone

Now this one is funky. The Sony MDR-100AAP comes in vibrant colors and offers premium High-Resolution audio. It comes with titanium-coated diaphragm domes that offer great clarity of sound. Furthermore, it has High-Res compatible HD drivers that can reproduce frequencies up to 60kHz. The device is a great combo of style plus good audio quality!

Also Read: Sony Mobiles Price in Nepal

Specifications:

Weight: 220g
Driver unit: 1.57-inch, dome type
Frequency Response: 5-60000Hz
Impedance: 24ohm at 1kHz
Sensitivities: 103dB/mW
Cord length: 3.94ft (detachable)
Style: Circum Aural
Features: Titanium-coated diaphragm, inline remote and mic, beat response control
Price: ~~Rs. 22,500~~ Rs. 14,625

Sony WH-H800 On-Ear Headphone

The Sony WH-H800 headphone is similar to the MDR-100AAP in terms of the range of color that they offer. However, this one seems a bit subdued. With this on your head, you can fit in easily in your workplace or at the library. It has the DSEE HX sound enhancement engine that helps produce rich, natural sound and to top it off, the headphone offers 24hr battery life.

Specifications:

Weight: 180g
Driver unit: 1.57-inch, dome type
Frequency Response: 5-40000Hz, 20-20000Hz(Bluetooth connectivity)
Impedance: 18ohm at 1kHz
Sensitivities: 100dB/mW
Cord length: 3.94ft (detachable)
Usage Time: 24hrs max.
Charge Time: 4hrs
Style: On-ear
Features: DSEE HX, LDAC, 24hr battery life
Price: ~~Rs. 30,000~~ Rs. 19,500

Sony MDR-100ABN On-Ear Headphone

Another one of Sony headphones that offers High-resolution audio quality in a colorful package. What makes it different from the ones mentioned above is the addition of digital noise cancellation. It uses AI technology to analyze ambient sound. As a result, it automatically selects the most effective Noise Canceling mode.

Specifications:

Weight: 290g
Driver unit: 1.57-inch, dome type
Frequency Response: 5-40000Hz
Impedance: 32ohm (wired)
Sensitivities: 103dB/mW
Cord length: 3.94ft (detachable)
Usage Time: 20hrs max.
Charge Time: 6hrs
Style: On-ear
Features: NFC One-touch, digital noise cancellation, LDAC, beat response control
Price: ~~Rs. 35,500~~ Rs. 23,075

Sony MDR-1RBTMK2 On-Ear Headphone

The Sony MDR-1RBTMK2 is the most expensive one in this lot. However, that’s probably because it has a liquid crystal polymer diaphragm and offers a battery life of approximately 30 hours (max). Moreover, there’s a battery indicator on the headphone itself and that’s pretty cool!

Specifications:

Weight: 297g
Driver unit: 40mm, dome type
Frequency Response: 4-80000Hz
Cord length: 1.5m (detachable)
Usage Time: 30hrs max.
Charge Time: 6hrs
Style: On-ear
Price: ~~Rs. 48,000~~ Rs. 28,800

Sony Headphones Price in Nepal – Summary

Model	Original Price in Nepal	Discounted Price in Nepal
Sony MDR-AS400X in-ear headphone	Rs. 4,620	Rs. 3,000
Sony MDR-XB650BT over-ear headphone	Rs. 15,500	Rs, 10,075
Sony MDR-100AAP over-ear headphone	Rs. 22,500	Rs. 14,625
Sony WH-H800 on-ear headphone	Rs. 30,000	Rs. 19,500
Sony MDR-100ABN on-ear headphone	Rs. 35,500	Rs. 23,075
Sony MDR-1RBTMK2 on-ear headphone	Rs. 48,000	Rs. 28,800

Sony Centers in Nepal:

Here is the list of Sony Centers in Nepal from where you can get the headphones for a discount:

Bakhundole, Lalitpur: 5550705 (Head Office)
Kantipath, Kathmandu: 4250305
Jawalakhel, Lalitpur: 5526300
Labim Mall (2nd floor), Lalitpur: 5535164

Now, these offers on Sony headphones are only valid until March 15. And I highly suggest you get your favorite pair of Sony headphones when their price has been discounted in Nepal.

In the meantime, do check out our review of the POCO X2!

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite now available from offline stores in Nepal

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Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite now available from offline stores in Nepal

In a bid to compete against semi-flagship phones like Oneplus 7T and Redmi K20 Pro, Samsung launched the Galaxy Note 10 Lite in Nepal a few weeks ago exclusively via Daraz. However, it is now available for purchase from offline retail shops all over Nepal, albeit at a higher price.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite Overview

Display

The Note 10 Lite features a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display offering a Full-HD+ resolution. It comes with 1080 x 2400 pixels. The Infinity-O Display will have a fingerprint display sensor (optical) mounted under the screen. It supports HDR as well, meaning you will be able to view HDR rich content on the Note 10 Lite.

Performance

Talking about the processor, Note 10 Lite is powered by the Exynos 9810 chipset which also powered the older Galaxy Note 9. It is a 10nm chipset with a maximum clock speed of 2.7GHz. The phone comes with 6GB or 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB of UFS 2.1 internal storage. However, only the 8GB RAM version is available in Nepal. If the storage seems insufficient you can expand it up to 512GB through the microSD card slot.

Cameras

Getting to the cameras, there’s a 12MP primary camera with f/1.7 aperture and will come with support for dual pixel autofocus. A 12MP telephoto lens is also included that supports optical zoom up to 2x magnification. There’s also a 12MP lens for ultra-wide-angle shots. You will be able to take UHD videos at 60fps frame rate. There’s also a feature that will let you take slow-motion videos. There is a 32MP front camera for selfies.

With our test, we found the Note 10 Lite camera’s to be as good as the Note 10. When compared with the Oneplus 7T, the Note 10 Lite is marginally better.

Others

The phone will feature an S-Pen with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) support. It will also come with support for NFC, and dual-band Wi-Fi. You don’t have to miss out on the 3.5mm headphone jack either. As for the software, it runs on Android 10 with Samsung’s One UI 2.0 on top. It has a big 4,500 mAh battery and will support 25W fast charging. It takes around 1 hour 25 minutes to get fully charged from 0 to 100%.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite Specifications

Body: 6.44 x 3.00 x 0.34 inches; 199 gm
Display: 6.7-inches “Infinity-O” Super AMOLED panel
Resolution: Full-HD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels); 20:9 aspect ratio; 394ppi
Chipset: Exynos 9810; 10nm Mobile Platform
CPU: Octa-core (4×2.7 GHz Mongoose M3 & 4×1.7 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU: Mali-G72 MP18
RAM: 6 / 8GB
Storage: 128GB (expandable up to 512GB via a dedicated SD card slot)
Software & UI: Android 10 with Samsung’s One UI 2.0 on top
Rear Camera: Triple-camera; 12MP, f/1.7 OIS PDAF primary shooter, 12MP, f/2.2 ultra-wide-angle (123º) lens, 12MP, f/2.4 OIS 2x Zoom telephoto lens, LED flash
Front Camera: 32MP, f/2.2 aperture
Fingerprint sensor: In-display (Optical)
3.5mm Headphone Jack: Yes
Connectivity: Dual-SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by), WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS with A-GPS/GLONASS/GALILEO/BDS, USB Type-C, Samsung DeX support, S-Pen
Battery: 4500 mAh battery with 25W super-fast charging
Colors: Aura Glow, Aura Black, Aura Red
Read our review here

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite Price in Nepal

The price for the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite in Nepal is Rs. 58,999 for the 8GB RAM, 128GB storage variant. It is available for purchase from mobile retail shops all over Nepal.

Model Variant (8+128GB)	Old Price	New Price in Nepal
Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite	Rs.67,599	Rs. 58,999

Check out our hands-on impressions of the new Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite here:

Nubia Red Magic 5G launched with 144Hz screen, Snapdragon 865 chipset

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Nubia Red Magic 5G launched with 144Hz screen, Snapdragon 865 chipset

Back in the day, people would laugh at you if you said you were a smartphone gamer. However, with the advancement of smartphone hardware, gaming smartphones are becoming a thing. Though it may not be as popular as console or PC gaming, it is growing at a rapid rate. The gaming smartphone has now caught the attention of the brands that lead the gaming industry such as Razer and Lenovo Legion. This year, we expect a lot of things to happen in the smartphone gaming segment; the start of which seems to be the launch of Nubia Red Magic 5G.

Read about the Lenovo Legion’s upcoming gaming smartphone

Nubia Red Magic Series

If you are a smartphone gamer, you would know that the number of options available in Nepal is very limited. In fact, there is only a single gaming smartphone that is officially available in Nepal- Nubia Red Magic 3.

Nubia, which started as a subsidiary brand ZTE, became an independent manufacturer in 2015 following enormous investment from Suning Holding Group and Suning Commerce Group. While it markets the majority of its smartphones as “Mobile Photography Expert“, the Red Magic series is popular among gamers as it brings gaming specs at a reasonable price.

With the new Nubia Red Magic 5G, Nubia is following the recent trends of smartphone brands to announce 5G phones. We have a lot of 5G phones in 2020 – even gaming phones like Black Shark 3 series, and iQOO 3 5G. However, Nubia Red Magic 5G is a different beast altogether with some serious power inside.

Also Read: best premium mid-range gaming smartphones in Nepal

Nubia Red Magic 5G Overview

144Hz screen?

Nubia Red Magic 5G comes with a 6.65-inch FullHD+ screen. The AMOLED panel packs in 2340 x 1080 pixels. But what makes headline is the 144Hz refresh rate on the device. You heard it right – even when 90Hz screens on phones are scarce, the device supports a refresh rate of up to 144Hz. The refresh rate is well complemented by the 240Hz response rate. Frankly, what else would you ask if you are a gamer? It is the first among the smartphone to come with the flashy feature. The screen has narrow bezels on the top and the bottom. There is a tiny circular cut out on the top to accommodate the front camera.

Check out Black Shark 3’s adjustable refresh rate up to 120Hz

Another Snapdragon 865 device

Under the hood, Nubia Red Magic 5G comes with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 865 chipset. The chipset has become a standard for all the flagship smartphones set to launch this year. The chipset is coupled with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X55 modem for 5G connectivity. The base variant comes with an 8GB RAM but you can choose to get up to 16GB of RAM. Talking about internal storage, you can choose from 128GB to 256GB of UFS 3.0 storage. The RAM, here, is based on the latest LPDDR5 technology.

Camera

On the back of the device, we have a three-camera sensor arranged vertically on the top of the device. An LED flash resides just above the camera setup. The primary camera, here, is Sony’s IMX 686 sensor. It is accompanied by an 8MP ultra-wide angle sensor and a 2MP macro sensor. On the front, we have an 8MP selfie camera. The camera isn’t the strongest part of the device but it isn’t designed for photographers.

Others

The Red Magic 5G comes with improved shoulder trigger buttons. The buttons have a 300Hz response rate and a 3milli-second touch delay for a more console-like experience. The 4,500mAh battery on the device supports 55W fast charging technology. It has an “air-cooled fast charging technology solution” to combat the heat generated from the fast charging. The colling system consists of a fan and a heat-sink chamber and is claimed to reduce the temperature around the CPU by almost 18-degrees.

It ships with Red Magic OS layered on top of Android 10. The phone retains the 3.5mm headphone jack and comes with 6 mics. The device supports 5G connectivity and WiFi-6 standards.

Nubia Red Magic 5G Specifications

Display	6.65-inch AMOLED ESports Display (144Hz)
Resolution	FHD+(1080 x 2340 pixels)
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 865
CPU	Octa-core (1x 2.84Ghz Kyro 585 + 3x 2.42Ghz Kyro 585 + 4×1.8Ghz Kyro 585 )
GPU	Adreno 650
RAM	8/12/16GB LPDDR5
Memory Configuration	8/128GB 12/128GB 12/256GB 16/256GB UFS 3.0 flash storage
Software & UI	Red Magic on top of Android 10
Rear Camera	48MP Sony IMX686, 1/.72-inch, f/1.8 8MP Ultra-wide 2MP macro lens
Front camera	8M sensor, f/2.0
Security	Fingerprint (in-display)
Audio	stereo speaker 3.5mm headphone jack 3 Mics
Connectivity	Wifi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.0, Type-C,
Battery	4500mAh with 55W Flash Charge
Sensors	accelerometer, ambient light, proximity, gyro, compass
Color Options	Mars Red, Cyber Neon, Black

Check out the top gaming laptops under 1 lakh in Nepal

Nubia Red Magic 5G Price In Nepal (Expected)

Nubia has launched the Nubia Red Magic 5G in China through an online event. The device is now available for pre-orders in China and will go on sale starting from March 19. The price of the Nubia Red Magic is 3,799 Yuan for 8/128GB variant, 4,099Yuan for 12/128GB variant, 4,399Yuan for 12/256GB variant and 4,999Yuan for 16/256GB.

The transparent Edition of the device comes at a price of 4,599Yuan for 12/256GB and 5199Yuan for a 16/256GB variant.

The company is also working on the International launch of the device which is set to occur somewhere in April. We are skeptical of a Nepal launch, however, it could launch in Nepal via online channel just like Nubia Red Magic 3. If the Nubia Red Magic 5G launches here, we expect the price of the Nubia Red Magic 5G in Nepal to be around NPR 65,000 for 8/128GB variant, NPR 70,000 for 12/128GB variant, NPR 75,000 for 12/256GB variant and NPR 85,000 for 16/256GB.

Variant	Expected Price in Nepal
Nubia Red Magic 5G (8/128GB)	~ NPR 65,000
Nubia Red Magic 5G (12/128GB)	~ NPR 70,000
Nubia Red Magic 5G (12/256GB)	~ NPR 75,000
Nubia Red Magic 5G (16/256GB)	~ NPR 85,000
Nubia Red Magic 5G Transparent Edition (12/256GB)	~ NPR 80,000
Nubia Red Magic 5G (16/256GB)	~ NPR 90,000

So are you excited about the Nubia Red Magic 5G? Does it miss out on any features you would want on a gaming smartphone? Let us know about what do you expect in gaming smartphones that will hit the market this year.

Check out our long-term review of Poco X2.

Dell XPS 13 7390 (Late 2019) now Available in Nepal

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Dell XPS 13 7390 (Late 2019) now Available in Nepal

The Dell XPS 13 is one of the most popular 13-inch laptops/ultrabooks that you can go out and buy today. Dell currently sells 2 variants of the XPS 13. The first one is the late 2019 edition with Intel 10th generation Comet Lake CPU which goes by the name XPS 13 7390. The second is the latest XPS 13 9300 with Intel 10th generation Ice Lake CPU based on 10nm fabrication and 16:10 aspect ratio display. However, the former has been launched in Nepal.

Dell XPS 13 7390 Overview:

There are currently 2 variants of the Dell XPS 13 7390 in Nepal: i5 Non-touch and i7-Non touch. The i5 variant has 4 cores & 8 threads, whereas the i7 variant has 6 cores & 12 threads. Hence, you get better performance with the i7 variant. Other specifications are identical.

You get either 8 or 16GB of DDR3 RAM coupled with 256 or 512GB of M.2 PCle SSD storage. The display here is a 13.4-inch FullHD panel and it’s a non-touch. In terms of connectivity, there’s 2 USB-Type C port with thunderbolt 3 support on the left side & 1 USB-Type C port, 3.5mm headphone jack, and a microSD card slot.

It has a fingerprint reader on the power button which is fast and accurate. Sadly, there’s no support for Windows Hello face unlock. Battery-wise, it is powered by a 52Wh Lithium-ion 4-cell battery and you get a compact 45W charger out-of-the-box. Battery life is pretty decent as you get more than 8 hours of battery life.

On the design front, it’s typical of what you get with XPS 13 lineups. Premium metal builds with carbon fiber inside. It is very light-weight and easy to carry around. The keyboard is tactile enough and you get a glass trackpad that works fine.

Dell XPS 13 Specifications:

Display: 13.4-inch FHD 16:9 InfinityEdge Non-Touch display
CPU: 10th Generation Intel i5-10210U or i7-10710U processor
Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics
RAM: 8 or 16 GB DDR3 2133MHz RAM (Dual-Channel)
Storage: 256/512GB M.2 PCIe SSD
Connectivity: 2 USB-Type C Thunderbolt 3 ports, 1 USB-Type C, 3.5 mm jack, MicroSD slot
OS: Microsoft Windows 10 Home 64 Bit Operating System
Battery: 4-Cell 52WHr

Dell XPS 13 Price in Nepal (7390 Late 2019)

The base variant of the Dell XPS 13 7390 with i5 10th gen CPU, 256GB RAM, 8GB storage in Nepal has a price of Rs. 140,000. Similarly, the i7 Dell XPS 13 price in Nepal is Rs. 170,000.

Dell XPS 13 7390 Variant		Price
FullHD, Intel Core i7-10710U, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD		Rs. 1,49,990
FullHD Touch, Intel Core i7-10710U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD,		Rs. 200,000

Realme 5 Pro now available in Nepal from Offline stores too

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Realme 5 Pro now available in Nepal from Offline stores too

Since entering Nepal, Realme has only been launching budget phones like Realme C2 and Realme 5. However, that has finally changed last month when Planet Realme (a separate entity under Realme Nepal) started selling Realme 5 Pro via Daraz. Now, you can purchase the Realme 5 Pro in Nepal via offline retail shops, albeit at a slightly higher price.

Realme 5 Pro Overview

The Realme 5 Pro is a mid-range smartphone and competes against the Redmi Note 8 Pro. It comes with a 6.3” FHD+ IPS LCD display with a mini-drop notch. The device is powered by the Snapdragon 712 which is a decent chipset at this price range. Moreover, you also get USF 2.1 storage and DDR4X RAM.

Here the main attraction is the Quad-Camera setup. The primary lens in this one is 48MP with a Sony IMX586 sensor. Moreover, the secondary sensor in this device too supports an Ultra Wide-Angle 119-degree FOV. The tertiary sensor is a Super Macro Lens with a focal length of 4cm and the fourth is a portrait lens.

On the front, there’s a 16MP selfie shooter with a Sony IMX471 sensor. It is powered by a 4035mAh battery. However, the thing to be noted is that the device comes with VOOC Flash charge 3.0. Meaning, it supports 20W fast charging.

Realme 5 Pro Specifications

Display: 6.3 inches FHD+ Full HD+ display, Corning Gorilla Glass 3+ protection
Design: Crystal Design (Nano-Holographic Color)
Rear Camera:
– 48MP primary camera with 1/2.0″ Sony IMX586 sensor, 0.8μm pixel size, f/1.79 aperture, LED flash, EIS,
– 8MP 119° ultra-wide angle lens with f/2.25 aperture, 1.12μm pixel size
– 2MP for 4cm macro with f/2.4 aperture, 1.75μm pixel size
– 2MP depth sensor
Front Camera: 16MP with Sony IMX471 sensor
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 712
CPU: Octa-core (6 x Kryo 360 Silver at 1.7GHZ and 2 x Kryo 360 Gold at 2.3GHz)
GPU: Adreno 616
RAM: 4/6/8 GB
OS: Android Pie (Color OS 6)
Storage: 64/128 GB onboard, expandable up to 256 GB, dedicated slot
Battery: 4035 mAh non-removable with VOOC Flash Charge 3.0
Sensors: Accelerometer, proximity, compass, fingerprint

Realme 5 Pro Price in Nepal & Availability

Realme 5 Pro is currently available in Nepal in two memory. The price of 4/128GB variant of the Realme 5 Pro in Nepal is Rs. 26,990, whereas the 8+128GB variant carries a price tag of Rs. 31,500.

Memory Variant	Price in Nepal	Availability
Realme 5 Pro (4+128GB)	Rs. 26,990	Offline Retail Shops Daraz (Out of Stock)
Realme 5 Pro (8+128GB)	Rs. 31,500	Offline Retail Shops Daraz (Out of Stock)

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Vivo Nex 3S announced with minor “S” upgrade to Vivo Nex 3

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March 12, 2020

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Vivo Nex 3S announced with minor “S” upgrade to Vivo Nex 3

Vivo Nex 3 5G was the first-ever device to incorporate Vivo’s breakthrough waterfall display. The waterfall display helped the device to attain an insane 99.6% screen to body ratio which made the device stand out against other flagship devices. However, after a year, flagship devices have got more advanced and Vivo has finally realized a need to match them with the all-new Vivo Nex 3S 5G. Though Vivo doesn’t plan on launching the device in Nepal you might still get your hands on the Vivo Nex 3s through unofficial channels at an extravagant price.

Vivo Nex 3S 5G Overview

Vivo Nex 3 5G was a capable device in itself so there isn’t much to change in the new Vivo Nex 3S. So, the latter comes only with some minor upgrades. The upgrades are an attempt to increase the appeal of the device according to recent trends in the smartphone industry.

Display and Design

Vivo Nex 3S comes with the same 6.89-inch Super AMOLED waterfall display. To minimize the bezels, the edges of the display have been curved to nearly 90-degrees. There are no physical buttons on the device and Vivo has included Touch Sense as the replacement. The display here is a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2256 pixels and comes with support for HDR10+.

Chipset

The biggest upgrade in the device comes in the form of the chipset. Vivo Nex 3S comes with the latest flagship chipset from Qualcomm – Snapdragon 865 chipset. The chipset is bundled with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X55 modem. With this, the device supports both SA and NSA bands of 5G. The Vivo Nex 3 came with Snapdragon 855 Plus coupled with 8GB or 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. The memory configurations have stayed the same but Vivo has upgraded the LPDDR4X RAM to LPDDR5 RAM and the internal storage are now based on UFS 3.1 compared to last year’s UFS 3.0 storage. Just like the Nex 3, the Nex 3S doesn’t come with an option to expand the memory.

Camera

Vivo hasn’t made any changes in the camera department either. The device flaunts the same 64MP triple camera setup of the Nex 3. Samsung GW1‘s primary lens has an aperture of f/1.8 and is accompanied by a 13MP telephoto lens and a 13MP ultra wide-angle sensor. These cameras are arranged in an invisible triangle inside a circular module. An LED flash resides to the outside of the camera module.

On the front, there is a 16MP front camera for your selfie needs. To increase the screen to body ratio, the front camera is motorized that only pops-out when you want it to. The selfie camera is accompanied by a LED flash to help you take selfies in dark.

Others

The device ships with Android 10 with Vivo’s Funtouch OS on top. The whole setup is powered by a 4,500mAh battery which is the same as in the Vivo Nex 3S. The battery comes with support for 44W fast charging technology. For better gaming experience, the device comes with an X-Axis Haptic for better vibrations and a soaking plate that is said to reduce the temperature at the surface of the phone by 4-degrees and the chipset by about 10-degrees. The phone comes with Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS and Type-C port. There is an in-display fingerprint sensor but the 3.5mm headphone jack has been discarded.

Vivo Nex 3S Specifications

Display	6.89-inch Super AMOLED
Resolution	Full-HD+ (2256×1080 pixels)
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 865
CPU	Octa-core (4x 2.0Ghz Kyro 260 Gold +4 x 1.8Ghz Kyro 260 silver )
GPU	Adreno 640
RAM	8/12GB LPDDR5
Memory Configuration	256GB UFS 3.1 (non-expandable)
Software & UI	Funtouch OS 10.0 based on Android 10
Rear Camera	64 MP f/1.8, wide-angle camera 13MP, f/2.5, telephoto camera 13MP, f/2.2, ultra-wide-angle camera, PDAF LED Flash
Front camera	16MP motorized pop-up selfie camera, f/2.1
Security	Fingerprint (under-display, optical)
Audio	No 3.5mm jack
Connectivity	WIfi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1, Type-C, dual-band 5G
Battery	4,350mAh with 44W Flash Charge
Sensors	Accelerometer, Light, Proximity, Gyro, Compass
Color Options	Capri Blue, White Prism

Vivo Nex 3S Price In Nepal, and Availability

Vivo Nex 3S comes with a price of 4,998 Yuan for 8GB/256B variant and 5,298 Yuan for the 12/256GB variant. The device will be available for purchase for the Chinese audience from the 14th of March. As of now, the company hasn’t dropped any hint about the international launch of the device. The price of Vivo Nex 3S 5G in Nepal is expected to be around NRP 85,000 for 8/256GB variant and NRP 90,000 for 12/256GB.

Model Name	Price in China	Availability	Price in Nepal (Expected)	Availability in Nepal (Expected)
Vivo Nex 3S (8/256GB)	4,998 Yuan	14^th March 2020	NRs. 85,000	May 2020
Vivo Nex 3S (12/256GB)	5,298 Yuan	14^th March 2020	NRs. 90,000	May 2020

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Redmi showcases in-display fingerprint sensor in LCD screen

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March 10, 2020

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Redmi showcases in-display fingerprint sensor in LCD screen

Today, Redmi is a household name in Nepal. The sub-brand by Xiaomi successfully reigns as the king in the entry and budget segment of the smartphone market – not only in Nepal but in the whole of South Asia. It has been the case as Redmi lets budget-oriented users have the taste of some premium features seen only in more expensive devices. But Redmi might have outdone themselves as the brand showcased a Redmi device with a working in-display fingerprint sensor integrated inside an LCD panel.

Drawbacks of an in-display fingerprint sensor

Vivo showcased the first in-display fingerprint technology back in CES 2018. Back then, it was a feat that even the big names like Samsung and Apple were struggling to accomplish. Later, Vivo launched the Vivo X20 Plus UHD which became the first phone to come with an in-display fingerprint sensor.

An in-display fingerprint sensor, like any other ordinary fingerprint sensor, works by matching the scanned fingerprint with the one in its database. But for that to work with a sensor lying below the screen, there needs to be an efficient way to transmit the scanned fingerprint through the screen. Most of the sensors are optical which captures the image of the finger’s pattern by flashing a light. This doesn’t work with the LCD display as the LCD’s backlight module interferes with the flash of the sensor. So to this day, the technology has only been used with OLED panels.

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Redmi’s Solution

Redmi’s solution to the problem is having an infrared technology carry the fingerprint patterns as signals through the LCD panel. This requires a high-transmittance film which improves the transmittance of the signal through the LCD panel. The signals transmitted this way do not interfere with the LCD’s notice backlight arrangement thus making the in-display fingerprint sensor a reality.

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Lu Weibin, General Manager, explains that an infrared transmitter is placed under the display along with the fingerprint sensor. The signal emitted by the transmitter passes through the LCD panel because of the high-transmittance film and then bounces off the finger. The reflected signal then passes the LCD to shine on the sensor which completes the verification process. The model has been implemented on a Redmi Note 8 Pro device.

The Future

Redmi hints that the technology is ready for mass production. But it hasn’t confirmed if any upcoming device will be using it. However, the possibility of seeing the in-display fingerprint sensor in LCD panels sounds pretty interesting. We might soon see budget phones with an in-display fingerprint sensor.

Do Redmi devices with in-display fingerprint sensors excite you? Do you think its a game-changing technology when it comes to budget devices? Let us know with your comments.

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Realme 5 Price in Nepal 2020, Specifications & Buy Links

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March 9, 2020

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Realme 5 Price in Nepal 2020, Specifications & Buy Links

Pashupati Tradeline, the authorized distributor of Realme mobiles in Nepal, launched the Realme 5 in Nepal in Jan of 2020. You can purchase the phone from 100+ offline shops as well as from Daraz. Realme 5 is the latest budget smartphone of 2020 to launch in Nepal. It is popular and one of the highest-selling budget phone in Nepal because of its pocket-friendly price tag.

Realme 5 Overview

Realme 5 has a 6.5” HD+ display with a mini-drop upfront. Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 powers the Realme 5, which is pretty standard at this price point. However, the main attraction of this phone is probably its quad-camera setup on the back. The AI Quad Camera features a 12MP + 8MP + 2MP + 2MP setup. The secondary sensor has an Ultra Wide-Angle Lens provide a huge 119-degree field-of-view.

Furthermore, the tertiary sensor has a super macro lens with a focal length of 4cm. The fourth and final lens acts as a portrait lens. Talking about the front camera, it will house a 13MP selfie shooter in the notch. And to top it all up, it will run on a huge 5000mAh battery. However, it lacks fast charging and has a micro-USB port.

Unlike the Realme 5 Pro, the Realme 5 has an inferior build quality. Moreover, the HD+ display is not as sharp as you want on the phone of this price range. On the contrary, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 offers a full HD panel at a similar price range.

The Realme 5 runs on Android 9 with Color OS. However, Realme has promised Android 10 updates with Realme UI in the coming days. In terms of memory, there’s either 3 or 4GB RAM with 32/64/128GB storage options.

Realme 5 Specifications

Display: 6.5 inches HD+ IPS LCD display with Corning Gorilla Glass 3+ protection
Design: Crystal Design (Nano-Holographic Color)
Rear Camera:
– 12MP primary camera with Sony IMX386 sensor, f/1.8 aperture, PDAF, LED flash, EIS
– 8MP 118° ultra-wide-angle lens with 1.12μm pixel size, f/2.25 aperture
– 2MP for 4cm macro with f/2.4 aperture, 1.75μm pixel size
– 2MP depth sensor
Front Camera: 13MP with AI Portrait
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 665
CPU: Octa-core (4 x Kryo 260 Silver at 2.0GHZ and 4 x Kryo 260 Gold at 1.8GHz)
GPU: Adreno 610
RAM: 3/4 GB
OS: Android Pie (Color OS 6)
Storage: 32/64/128 GB onboard, expandable up to 256 GB, dedicated slot
Battery: 5000 mAh non-removable, 10W charging via micro-USB
Sensors: Accelerometer, proximity, compass, fingerprint
Realme 5 Price in Nepal (3/64GB): Rs. 20,990
Realme 5 Pro Price in Nepal (8/128GB): Rs. 23,990

Realme 5 Price in Nepal

You can buy Realme 5 in Nepal in two memory variants. The price of the 3+64GB variant of the Realme 5 is Rs. 20,990, and the higher-end 4+128GB is priced at Rs. 23,990. It is available in 2 color options: Crystal Purple and Crystal Blue.

Variants	Price in Nepal	Availability
Realme 5 (3+64GB)	Rs. 20,990	Offline Retail Shops
Realme 5 (4+128GB)	Rs. 23,990	Offline Retail Shops