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OPPO Reno 3 Vitality Edition goes official with Snapdragon 765

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February 13, 2020

OPPO started off the Reno 3 series at the end of last year by launching OPPO Reno 3 and OPPO Reno 3 Pro. The highlights of these phones were the support for 5G that they came with. It’s February now and OPPO has decided to add one more device to the Reno 3 series. The latest OPPO Reno 3 Vitality Edition is basically the Reno 3 5G but with some modifications in the specs.

Oppo Reno 3 Vitality Edition

Design and Display

Design-wise there isn’t much to choose between the Reno 3 and the Reno 3 Vitality edition. The Oppo Reno 3 Vitality Edition comes with a 6.4-inch AMOLED Panel. It comes with a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and an aspect ratio of 20:9. The display features a waterdrop notch to accommodate the 32MP selfie camera. There is Corning Gorilla Glass 5 both on the front and rear end of the device.

Dimensity 1000L vs SD 765

We can know the difference between the two devices when we look at the specs sheets. While the original OPPO Reno 3 came with MediaTek’s Dimensity 1000L, the Reno 3 Vitality Edition packs Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 765 chipset. Both are 5G ready chipset targetted at the mid-range smartphone segment. We can’t think of any reason for switching to SD 765 as both the chipset offer similar performance in real-life usage.

Check out our comparison between SD 765G and Dimensity 1000L

Differences in the Camera

Another noticeable difference is in the camera. Though the Reno 3 Vitality Edition features a quad-camera setup as in the Reno 3, the former comes with a 48MP primary camera against the 64MP primary camera of the latter. The other sensors have been left unchanged. The Vitality edition features the same 8MP ultrawide sensor, 2MP Black and White sensor, and 2MP depth sensor.

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Configurations and Color Options

While the Reno 3 came in two configurations 8GB/128GB and 12/128GB, the Vitality Edition only comes in 8GB/12GB memory configuration. Though the design remains unchanged in the Vitality Editon, it does come with different color options. You can choose between Moonlight Black, Sky Mirror White, and Streamer Gold.

Other Features

The rest of the features of the new edition is identical to the original Reno 3. Both come with an optical fingerprint scanner mounted under the display. Both come with a 4,025mAH battery which supports VOOC 4.0 quick charging technology.

OPPO Reno 3 Vitality Edition Specifications

Display: 6.5″ AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution (1080 x 2400 pixels)
Rear Camera: Quad, 48MP primary lens with f/1.7 aperture + 2MP depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture + 8MP Ultra-wide-angle lens with f/2.2 aperture + 2MP monochrome lens with f/2.4 aperture
Front Camera: 32MP lens with f/2.4 aperture
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 765
GPU: Adreno 620
Storage: 8GB/128 GB
Software: Android 10 with ColorOs 7 on top
Battery: 4,025mAh with VOOC Flash Charge 4.0 support
Sensors: Fingerprint (in-display), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Colors: Sky Mirror White, Moonlight Black, Streamer Gold

Price and Availability

As of now, Oppo Reno 3 Vitality Edition is available for pre-orders in China. After the pre-order is over, the phone will go on sale from the 14th of February. It is priced at around 3,000 Yuan (~NRP 49,100).

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DTH service provider DishHome steps up for satellite internet service

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February 13, 2020

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DTH service provider DishHome steps up for satellite internet service

Needless to say- the internet has become our necessity. There are a lot of service providers to fulfill your networking needs. Well, almost all of them use the same technology to distribute the internet but under different names. However, we are finally going to witness something that has never seen in Nepal-commercial internet service through satellite. Nepal Telecommunication Authority has provided DishHome with an ISP (Internet Service Provider) license. With this license, DishHome now has permission to provide internet service through fiber-optics and satellite.

DishHome: An Introduction

DishHome is Nepal’s first DTH (Direct to Home) based TV service provider. Since its launch in 2009, it has been a pioneer in the field of digital broadcasting in Nepal. Though its popularity in the urban areas is overshadowed by emerging IPTV technology, it is still the king in the rural areas cut-off from the cable-world. After the success in the TV service business, DishHome is set to conquer the internet business too.

Though DishHome has just been granted the license to operate as an ISP, it has been evaluating the feasibility of satellite-based internet service for more than a year. It looks like they are finally able to implement their plans. They will be using the Fiber-optics in the urban areas whereas the rural areas will be connected via VSAT technology.

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VSAT: The Technology Involved

VSAT stands for Very Small Aperture Terminal. Simply, it is a satellite-based communication system in which the end-user receives and sends signal information to and from a satellite. DishHome is using this technology for its TV service. Though it is comparatively expensive than cable TV, it can reach places which the cables cannot. And internet-based on VSAT isn’t a new thing in Nepal. In fact, a few corporations in Nepal have been using it for office purposes. However, DishHome is now trying to commercialize this technology and make the internet available to every place.

Nepal doesn’t have any commercial satellites so DishHome uses satellite from an Israeli Satellite Company named Spacecom. DishHome looks to collaborate with the same company for satellite-based Internet service.

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DishHome Internet Service – The Roadbumps

While the idea of connecting rural areas with the internet looks exciting and promising, it is not going to be easy. VSAT technology is not cheap. It has been reported that DishHome will initially be investing NPR 30,000,000 for the project. However, the cost can be expected to go up even more. So, VSAT based internet isn’t going to be cheap. It becomes a major problem when targetted customers are from rural areas.

Another problem is the pricing. The company will be providing internet via fiber-optics and VSAT. The company will have to come with two different pricing schemes based on the area and the technology involved. It will be interesting to see how the company implements that without hurting the sentiments of any set of customers. Will they operate under different names in different regions. Who knows? But it looks like the safest way to move ahead.

So what do you think of the news? Do you see DishHome succeeding as an ISP? Share your opinions.

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Accurate launches HX03 True Wireless Earphones: A worthy competitor to Redmi Airdots?

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February 13, 2020

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Accurate launches HX03 True Wireless Earphones: A worthy competitor to Redmi Airdots?

When we go out to stores to buy any accessories we all face the problem of affordability and authenticity. We don’t even have a wide range of options to choose from. Most of the products which we want don’t land officially in Nepal so getting hands-on them is quite difficult. Even if they do, they come with hefty price tags. So to remove those complications, Accurate launched itself into the Nepalese market with power banks, fast chargers, and data cables. Recently, they have launched the Accurate TWS HX03 True Wireless Earphones for those who want a decent wireless experience without having to break the bank.

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Accurate TWS HX03 True Wireless Earphones

Accurate TWS HX03 is the company’s first truly wireless earphones. During its initial launch, the company had brought earphones, neckbands, and Bluetooth headset. The wireless earphones come with Bluetooth v5.0 and a response frequency between 20Hz and 18.5kHz. Each earphone comes with a 12mm speaker with 32 Ohm impedance. Accurate claims the TWS HX03 has a signal-to-noise-ratio of at least 70db which theoretically means at a given time the noise from the earphones will be 70db quieter than the music it is playing.

Even if you have great sounding earphones it won’t mean much if you can’t use it all the time. So, Accurate has included a 40mAh lithium battery in each earphone. Accurate claims 4.5 hours of playback time and 3.5 hours of talk time. Similarly, the power case comes with a 420mAh battery capacity. And when the charge of the power case runs low you can charge it with the Type-C cable included in the box. The power case measures only 49 x 23 x 59.2mm in dimension. So, you will have no problem carrying it around your pocket.

That’s not all. If in case you are concerned with the durability of the product-as with most of the accessories available in Nepal, Accurate has got your back on this one. The HX03 comes with 6 months warranty which is commendable given its price.

Also, read our Redmi Airdots review!

Accurate Specifications:

Earphone Speaker Dimension: 13mm, 32 Ohm
Connectivity: Wireless (Bluetooth)
Music Time: 4.5hours
Battery capacity: 40mAh (Each Earbud); 420mAh (Power case)
Bluetooth Version: V5.0
Talk Time: 3.5hours
Power Case Dimension: 49x 23x 59.2mm
Power Case Charger: Type-C (5V, 1A)

Accurate HX03 TWS Price And Alternatives

Accurate has launched the TWS HX03 at NPR. 3,199 which is quite reasonable considering the specification of the wireless earphones. It will be competing against the likes of Xiaomi’s Redmi Airdots which is available at NPR. 2,500 at Meroyeti.com.

However, if we compare the specs, the difference between the two is very slim and the Redmi Airdots isn’t covered by any type of warranty. But when we talk about earphones, specs don’t really reveal about the experience we can expect. So we suggest waiting for our review of the HX03 before you spend your money on it. Also, Accurate is offering free shipping up to February 14, so can save some money on that as well.

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CG Telecom yet to receive a unified license from Nepal Government

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CG Telecom yet to receive a unified license from Nepal Government

When Jio launched in India, it was nothing sort of a revolution. Free calls, free data, and whatnots. It well and truly was a source of envy for most people. And here in Nepal where data and call prices are among the most expensive in the world, why is there so much government intervention when something similar was about to happen in Nepal? I know there are “packs” be it data or voice calls you can take from the current network providers. However, it still remains expensive. Thus, it’s baffling to see that our government has denied CG Telecom permission to commence their telecom services by not providing a unified license.

Words from the CEO, Mr. Binod Chaudhary

Binod Chaudhary, in an interview, claimed that if his company was given the permission to start their telecom services, people will be able to enjoy free voice calls and data prices at half of the current price. However, despite having already paid the required amount and fulfilled their due diligence, they have not been given the green light for three years now.

Reportedly, CG is ready to invest almost Rs. 25 billion in telecommunications. However, due to an issue of the unified license, they have not been able to do so.

In a recent press release by the Minister of Communication and Information technology of Nepal Mr. Gokul Baskota, he claimed that Chaudhary Group had not begun the process of acquiring the unified license. And it requires a company to pay Rs. 20 billion. Moreover, he also mentioned that he cannot comprehend how a company can provide free voice call to all the users.

CG Telecom – The road to a unified license

I agree that everyone has to play by the rules. However, the issue here is that CG claims that the mentioned amount has to be paid within 10 years of the license commencement. Indeed according to the “Telecommunications Code (Dur Sanchaar Ain)”, any company seeking a unified license has to pay the aforementioned Rs. 20 billion for the license. However, the payment can be made in the following way:

Rs. 50 million in the first year and the second year
Rs. 100 million in the third year
Rs. 200 million in the fourth year and so on

Still, the Minister claims that the complete amount has to be paid in advance. Therefore, Chaudhary Group themselves via a press release sought justification regarding this situation.

Moreover, CG communication has said that they have already paid Rs 4,49,457,723 until now to the government for licensing purposes. So, once again the question remains why so much blockade for private investors? Especially, in the telecommunication industry.

CG has time and again come out and expressed their desire to invest heavily in this sector. Promised to provide services based on new technologies. And help the country achieve its goal of making digital Nepal.

Is it just because of the rules or is it a part of a much more elaborate plot? Should CG Telecom be rewarded with a unified license? Do comment your opinion!

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip goes official: The better Motorola razr!

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February 12, 2020

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip goes official: The better Motorola razr!

The last time Samsung came up with a “revolutionary” foldable phone, it was a disaster. With buyers mistaking the protective layer for a screen protector, the horrors started as soon as the product reached the public. However, the company recalled all the units and took its time to amend the design errors of the Galaxy Fold before reshipping it again. And now, Samsung has come up with a new foldable phone – this time with a clamshell design. Dubbed the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip, it shares a similar design language to the recently launched Motorola razr, but with objectively better quality.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip Overview

Design & Display

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip comes in a radically different design than the earlier foldable phone from the company. With its clamshell design which folds in half to a mere 3.4-inches body, the phone is a direct competitor to the Motorola razr that launched a couple of months ago. In its folded state, the phone gains a width of 0.6-inch which is just about the width of two regular phones.

The lid has a 1.1-inches Super AMOLED “Cover Display”, where you can view the notification, messages, or even take selfies. And on its side resides the rear dual-cameras, which I’ll get into in more detail later on. Similarly, Samsung has installed a fingerprint sensor on the side of the phone.

But it’s when unfolding the Z Flip, its beauty shines through. Revealing a tall 6.7-inches FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED display, the Galaxy Z Flip almost guarantees a unique smartphone experience. And you know what’s exciting and simultaneously reassuring, this foldable screen is made of “glass”. Yes, ladies and gentlemen, the days of plastic screens on foldables are over. Samsung’s Ultra-Thin-Glass (UTG) paired with a hideaway hinge on the Galaxy Z Flip as the company claims, can survive up to 200,000 unfolds!

And to protect from potential dirt and dust from getting into the phone via the hinge, there’s a small “sweep protect” technology. But only a real-world test will prove its worth.

There’s also a “Flex mode” which allows you to use the Galaxy Z Flip kinda like a laptop. With some apps like the camera supporting it, you get a separate screen space for the main UI while the bottom half of the display consumes the settings and whatnots. Reminded me of the ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo, not gonna lie.

Cameras

For such an animated product, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip comes with a good-enough camera setup as well. On the lid of the phone, there are two 12MP cameras; a primary and an ultra-wide sensor. The primary sensor supports OIS, while the ultra-wide lens has a 123º field-of-view (FOV). Features like 8X digital zoom, Tracking AF (Auto Focus), also make their presence on this device.

There’s an additional 10MP selfie camera under a tiny punch-hole cutout, making the Galaxy Z Flip the first foldable phone with one. Samsung’s native camera app makes use of the aforementioned Flex Mode.

In terms of video, the rear cameras can shoot up to 4K videos @ 60fps. Additionally, it also supports 960fps super slow-mo at HD resolution, 240fps slow-mo at 1080p and FHD Hyperlapse videos. Honestly, I’m amazed at Samsung for being able to cram all these into a device with a radically new design approach.

Performance & Memory

The Galaxy Z Flip is a powerhouse in terms of performance as well. It is powered by last year’s most powerful chipset – the Snapdragon 855+. The Motorola razr came with a disappointing Snapdragon 710 SoC, which was one of the most significant disappointments for an otherwise okay-ish device. As a result, you don’t sacrifice the performance level for the sake of a new design.

Moreover, the phone comes with a singular 8GB RAM and 256GB storage configuration. There’s no option for storage upgrade here, but that should be plenty for the majority of the buyers anyway. Complementing the faster chipset is the faster UFS 3.0 storage technology. The Galaxy Z Flip runs on the latest Android 10 with One UI 2.0 on top.

Battery

In terms of battery, the power necessities for the phone is handled by a 3300mAh cell. It’s not very big for a 2020 phone but isn’t downright abysmal either. To put it into perspective, Google Pixel 4 came with a 2800 mAh battery and relied upon software optimizations to give out good endurance.

More importantly, the Galaxy Z Flip isn’t mean to be used as a regular phone. With regular notifications, selfies, etc. handled within the small cover display, I believe the 3300mAh battery shouldn’t do all bad in terms of endurance.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip Specifications

Body: Unfolded (6.59 x 2.90 x 0.28); Folded (3.44 x 2.90 x 0.68); 183 gm
Display: Main (6.7-inches Dynamic AMOLED panel); External (1.1-inches Super AMOLED “Cover Display” )
Resolution: Main (FHD+: 2636 x 1080 pixels; 21.9:9 aspect ratio); External (300 x 112 pixels)
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+; 7nm Mobile Platform
CPU: Octa-core (1×2.95 GHz Kryo 485 & 3×2.41 GHz Kryo 485 & 4×1.78 GHz Kryo 485)
GPU: Adreno 640
RAM: 8GB
Storage: 256GB UFS 3.0 (non-expandable)
Software & UI: Android 10 with One UI 2.0 on top
Rear Camera: Dual-camera;
– 12MP, f/1.8 primary sensor; Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS
– 12MP, f/2.2 ultra-wide lens
– Single LED flash
Front Camera: 10MP, f/2.4 aperture; PDAF
Fingerprint sensor: Side-mounted
3.5mm Audio Jack: No
Connectivity: Nano-SIM, eSIM, WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band (2.4 & 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, GPS/AGPS/GLONASS, USB Type-C
Battery: 3300 mAh battery with 15W fast charging; wireless & reverse-wireless charging
Colors: Mirror Black, Mirror Gold, Mirror Purple

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip Price in Nepal & Availability

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip will be available starting from February 14 for $1,380 on South Korea and the USA, while it will shortly make its way to other regions of the world. But sadly, the phone will not be coming to Nepal officially! However, 3rd party mobile retail shops might bring it here for exorbitant pricing, expected to be around 2 lakhs.

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iQOO 3 5G to land in India before anywhere else

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February 10, 2020

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iQOO 3 5G to land in India before anywhere else

Back in January, we first heard about Vivo’s plan to spin-off iQOO as an independent brand in India. Recent news suggests iQOO is working to launch a new device in India called the iQOO 3 5G. The fact that the device might be premiered in India before anywhere else will make it the company’s first-ever outside its home country of China.

iQOO 3 5G overview

Soon after the rumor of spin-off, another rumor about iQOO India launching the first Snapdragon 865 device in India followed. Gagan Arora, iQOO’s Director of Marketing, has confirmed both of the news. A post on Weibo by official iQOO account has confirmed that iQOO 3 5G is on progress. We believe that the iQOO 3 5G is the same device that will be launched in India.

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Geekbench’s listing

Geekbench database has listed iQOO 3 5G as Vivo I1927. The device scored 914 points in Geekbench’s single-core test and managed 3,217 points in the multi-core test. The device will come with Snapdragon 865 chipset bundled with an X22 modem for 5G connectivity. Given the reputation of the brand, we were expecting the Snapdragon 865 processor. Geekbench’s database aligns perfectly with our assumptions. The database reveals the chipset to be Kona which, we all know, is the code name for the Snapdragon 865 chipset. It will be backed by 8GB of RAM and it will run Android 10 out of the box.

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TENAA listing

According to the listing by the Chinese TENAA website, the phone will come with a 6.4-inch tall AMOLED panel with a resolution of 1080 x 2400. It will support a refresh rate of up to 60Hz. The display will feature punch-hole for the 16MP front shooter. There will be an in-display fingerprint scanner for security. There will be a quad-camera setup at the back with a 64MP primary sensor. It will come with a battery over the capacity of 4,300 mAh and a 55W fast charger. It is also rumored that the phone will come with 128/256GB of the new UFS 3.1 storage.

iQOO 3 5G Specifications (rumored & confirmed)

Display: 6.4-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 2440 pixels
Rear Camera: Quad-camera, 64 MP primary lens
Front Camera: 16MP with f/2.0 aperture
Processor: Octa-core 7 nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 865
GPU: Adreno 650
RAM: 8GB
Storage: 128/256GB (UFS 3.1)
Software: Android 10
Battery: 4300 mAh, 55W Fast Charging
Security: Fingerprint (under display)

iQOO 3 5G official launch

The iQOO 3 5G launch will be launched within the month of February. But it isn’t going to be the only iQOO device in India this year. iQOO is also working on a 4G device. The device will not be 5G enabled and will come at a lower price.

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Xiaomi confirms the launch date for its upcoming Mi 10 series

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February 10, 2020

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Xiaomi confirms the launch date for its upcoming Mi 10 series

The Mobile World Congress is almost here. With the event date nearing closer, we can not help but think about the smartphones we are going to witness. Major brands will be bringing their latest flagship phones to the event. Talking about both flagship and launch, we, finally, have a date for the launch event of the anticipated Mi 10 series. According to the latest report, the Xiaomi Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro will initially be launched in China before it will officially available for the international market.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 in the Mi 10 series

Qualcomm announced its latest flagship processor Snapdragon 865 earlier this month. And even before we had the complete specs of the processor, many of the smartphone brands announced to integrate it into their next flagship phone. One such brand was Xiaomi. Company’s Co-Founder and Vice-Chairman, Bin Lin, announced at the Qualcomm Snapdragon Tech Summit 2019 that the Mi 10 will be powered by the latest flagship processor.

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Xiaomi Mi 10 Specs

Let’s start with what we already knew about the device – Snapdragon 865 processor. With this, we can almost be certain that the Mi 10 will be the first of many 5G smartphones that the company promised to launch this year. Qualcomm earlier clarified that the Snapdragon 865 will only come bundled with the X55 modem (for 5G connectivity) though it lacked an integrated modem. The Mi 10 will come with dual-mode 5G support. It will come with three different memory options – 8/128GB, 8/256GB, and 12/256GB.

Talking about the display, the Mi 10 will sport a 6.5-inch AMOLED panel. The display will come with the support of refresh rate up to 90Hz. While its predecessor, Mi 9, came with a notch to hold the selfie camera, we still don’t know if Xiaomi will give it continuity or will go with a punch-hole display instead.

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The Mi 10 will house a quad-camera setup at the back. Sony IMX686 will be the primary sensor. In addition to this, there will be a 20MP ultra-wide sensor, a 12MP telephoto lens. We are yet to confirm if the device will come with a depth sensor or a macro sensor.

The phone will feature a 4,500 mAh battery. It will come equipped with a 40W fast charger. As per the rumors, the device will support 30W wireless fast charging and 10W reverse wireless charging. It will feature a linear vibration motor which provides faster acceleration than the widely used ERM motor.

Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro Specs

At the moment, information about the Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro is limited. We can confirm the Snapdragon 865 and dual-mode 5G. It will come with RAM of up to 16GB which will be based on the latest LPDDR5 technology. It will come with the 5,250 mAh battery. There will support for both 66W fast charging and 40W wireless fast charging. There will also be support for reverse wireless charging, detail of which is still unknown.

The Pro version is said to come with a 6.4-inch 120Hz OLED screen. It will also feature a quad-camera setup. The primary camera will have a 108MP camera. There will be a 48MP ultra-wide sensor, a 12MP telephoto lens. It will also feature either a macro lens or a depth sensor. Being a Pro version, it will only ship with 12GB of RAM. For internal storage, we can choose from 128GB, 256GB, or a 512GB variant.

Xiaomi Mi 10 Official Launch

Xiaomi, via its official Weibo account, has confirmed that Mi 10 will be unveiled in China on February 13. Unlike other unveilings by the company, this one will be an online program as pubic gathering in China is quite impossible due to coronavirus outbreak.

As for the international launch, Xiaomi will be bringing the new Mi 10 series to Mobile World Congress 2020. Xiaomi has allegedly sent out invitations for the launch event that is taking place on February 23. Though the specs haven’t been confirmed officially, we believe that the devices won’t vary significantly in terms of specs.

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LinearFlux officially enters Nepal with their Hypersonic Earbuds

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February 9, 2020

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LinearFlux officially enters Nepal with their Hypersonic Earbuds

In Nepal, we actually don’t have many options to choose from. I’m not talking about the accessories store – we have a lot of them but the kind of products they offer. All the stores offer almost the same range of products and most of the time you don’t actually get what you are looking for. Even if you do, you will have to doubt about the originality of the products. I mean, there aren’t a lot of brands that are officially available in Nepal. If you feel my pain there’s a piece of good news for us. LinearFlux, a young company based on the USA, has now officially landed in Nepal with its Hypersonic Earbuds. With this, we have one more option to choose from next time we head to the store to buy some accessories.

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About LinearFlux

LinearFlux, formed in 2014, is a brand based on the USA devoted to providing a range of quality accessories to the consumers. They debuted with LithiumCard which came with its own HyperCharging Technology – their take on ultra-fast charging. As of now, it has widened its portfolio of accessories. Some of its notable products include LithiumCard, Graphene series of power banks and charging cables, and Hypersonic earbuds.

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LinearFlux in Nepal

The US-based brand has now officially landed in Nepal. IMS Group is the sole authorized distributor of LinearFlux in Nepal. As of now, they have brought LinearFlux Hypersonic True Wireless HD Earphones 2020.

LinearFlux Hypersonic Earbuds Overview

Hypersonic Wireless Earphone is among the latest products from the brand. The earphone is developed by Einstein and David, both of which were part of the team of Monster Products that worked to make Beats By Dr. Dre what it is now. But unlike the offerings from the Monster Products, LinearFlux hypersonic wireless earphones are designed to provide a quality experience at affordable prices.

The earphones come with LinearFlux DL01 Immersive Sound Engine which the company claims to provide better music clarity and bass. It comes with an IPx7 rating which means theoretically it can withstand water up to 1m depth. You can expect a playback time of around 6-8 hours per charge. It comes with Bluetooth 5 technology, beamforming microphone, and one-touch access for Alexa, Siri, and Google.

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LinearFlux Hypersonic Earbuds Price & Availability

The price of LinearFlux Hyper-sonic True Wireless Earphone is NRs. 12,990. You can buy it form IMS showrooms in City Center and Tamrakaar Complex. It is also available in a few other retail outlets in New Road, Jwalakel, Chabahil, Kalanki, Pokhara, Butwal, and Narayanghat. If you don’t want to go through the hassle of visiting stores, you can buy it online from SmartDoko.com.

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Asus ZenBook Pro Duo with Dual 4K Display, i9 processor, RTX 2060 launched in Nepal

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February 9, 2020

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Asus ZenBook Pro Duo with Dual 4K Display, i9 processor, RTX 2060 launched in Nepal

Nagmani International, the authorized distributor of Asus products in Nepal, has officially unveiled two dual screens laptops in the Nepali market. The Asus ZenBook Pro Duo UX581 and Asus ZenBook Duo UX481 are the latest dual-screen laptop from Asus that is intended for content creators. Both are available in the Nepali market via various laptop retail shops.

Asus ZenBook Pro Duo UX581 overview

This laptop can easily be considered one of the best of the lot. It has a 4K OLED touch screen (primary) along with a 4K touch secondary panel. The secondary panel in fact is stretched across the chassis.

Two touchscreen 4K screens will certainly require some fast processing and that is what you get as this laptop runs an overclockable Intel Core i9 (i9-9980HK) or a more common Intel Core i7 processor (i7-9750H).

It is further combined with Nvidia RTX 2060 graphics and a very fast nVME Gen 3 X4 SSD. The Asus ZenBook Pro Duo UX581 is a perfect laptop for productivity, content creation, and gaming too.

The laptop, apart from fulfilling the productivity needs of an individual, comes with a stylus, the ASUS-pen, as the company calls it. The pen is mostly targeted for the creators and artists out there who are fond of digital art. Additionally, both the displays support the stylus for use.

Similarly, the utility of a dual-screen extends other possibilities as well. The most impact can be for better implementation of content creating platforms like Premier Pro, After effects, Illustrator and the like. And because the screen has excellent color coverage, namely 100% DCI-P3 and 133% of sRGB, it’s content creation capabilities seem impressive to say at the least.

Asus ZenBook Pro Duo UX581Specifications

Display: 15.6-inch OLED UHD (3840 x 2160), 14-inch UDH (3840 x 2160) touch display
CPU: 2.4GHz Intel Core i9-9980HK or Intel Core i7- 9750H
Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060, 6GB GDDR6 VRAM
RAM: 8GB/16GB/32GB DDR4
Storage: 256GB/512GB/1TB PCIe SSD
Ports: 1 x Thunderbolt 3(USB-C), 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A, HDMI 2.0, headphone/microphone jack
Weight: 2.5Kg
Battery: 8-cell, 71Wh

Asus ZenBook Pro Duo UX581 Price in Nepal

The i7 variant of Zenbook Pro Duo UX581 is priced at Rs. 359,000. It comes with 1TB of storage an 32GB of RAM. Similarly, the i9 variant of Zenbook Pro Duo is expected to be priced at Rs. 4,00,000.

Asus ZenBook Duo UX481 overview

Another Asus Dual-screen laptop to hit the Nepalese market is the Asus ZenBook Duo UX481. It is a toned-down version of the ZenBook Pro Duo. It features a 14-inch 1080P IPS display instead of 4K OLED on the Pro-model. Similarly, the secondary screen in this one is slightly small at 12.7-inches.

The CPU options for this one is either the Core i5-10210U or the Core i7-10510U. As for the graphics it has the Nvidia GeForce MX250 with the VRAM of 2GB. The RAM option is up to 16GB. So, the performance here doesn’t quite match the Pro-model.

Hence, the non-pro model is intended for users who want to be benefitted by the dual-display but do not need a powerhouse of a laptop. Also since, it has dual displays, like the Pro Duo, this one can be used for some serious multitasking. However, in terms of computing capabilities, it is not as powerful as the pro model and can only handle less demanding tasks, and games with its MX 250 graphics.

Asus ZenBook Duo UX481 Specifications

Display: 14.0-inch IPS FHD (1920 x 1080), 12.6-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) touch display
CPU: 1.8GHz Intel Core i7-10510U or 1.6GHz Intel Core i5-10210U
Graphics: Nvidia GeForce MX250, 2GB GDDR5 VRAM
RAM: 8GB/16GB/ LPDDR3
Storage: 256GB/512GB/1TB PCIe SSD
Ports: 1 x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C, 1 x USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A, 1 x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-A, HDMI, headphone/microphone jack, microSD card reader
Weight: 1.5Kg
Battery: 4-cell, 70Wh

Asus ZenBook Duo UX481 Price in Nepal

The Asus ZenBook Duo UX481 is available only in i7 variant with 16GB RAM and 1TB SSD. It is priced at Rs. 1,95,000.

ZTE Axon 10s Pro announced: world’s first smartphone with Snapdragon 865 & DDR5 RAM

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ZTE Axon 10s Pro announced: world’s first smartphone with Snapdragon 865 & DDR5 RAM

While we were all busy assuming Samsung Galaxy S20 as the first Snapdragon 865 phone, another device slipped right under our noses. As a matter of fact, ZTE has won the race against Samsung here. ZTE has announced the ZTE Axon 10s Pro. And yes it officially is the world’s first phone to have been announced with Snapdragon 865.

ZTE Axon 10s Pro overview

Except the chipset, most of the specs and the design too match that of the Axon 10 pro. It still sports a similar 6.47-inch AMOLED display with 1080p resolution. The screen has a waterdrop notch and as with smartphones with AMOLED screen these days, it too has an in-display fingerprint sensor.

As for the camera, the rear one has a 48MP primary sensor. Moreover, the setup also incorporates a 20MP wide-angle lens and an 8MP telephoto lens. And up front, there’s a 20MP selfie shooter housed in the notch.

It’s under the hood where the actual magic happens. As mentioned above, it has the Snapdragon 865 chipset whereas the Axon 10 Pro used Snapdragon 855. With this chipset, the Axon 10s pro receives a performance upgrade and also integrated 5G connectivity.

Other features include Wi-Fi 6 support and Link-Booster. The Link-booster helps to smoothly switch between network modes to enhance connectivity.

Furthermore, the maximum RAM/storage combo in this one will be of 12GB/256GB. However, there’s a 6GB/128GB variant as well. And both of them will be powered by a 4000mAh battery with Quick Charge 4.

ZTE Axon 10s Pro Specifications:

Design: Glass body front and back, Aluminum frame
Display: 6.47″ AMOLED display with resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels
Rear Camera: Triple, 48 MP primary lens with f/1.7 aperture & PDAF + 8 MP telephoto lens with f/2.4 aperture + 20MP ultra-wide lens with f/2.2 aperture
Front Camera: 20MP with f/2.0 aperture
Processor: Octa-core 7 nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 865
GPU: Adreno 650
RAM: 6 GB, 12GB
Storage: 6GB/128 GB, 12GB/256GB, expandable
Battery: 4000 mAh,18W Fast Charging
Sensors: Fingerprint (under display), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

ZTE Axon 10s Pro Pricing and Availability

Even though the phone was officially announced today, no specific date has been given for its release. Similarly, we do not know about the official prices either. However, speculation is that it will probably cost around $469. As for its price in Nepal, it might cost you Rs. 60, 000 if its current Nepal distributor Evolution Enterprises decides to bring it here in Nepal.