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Intel and MediaTek teaming up to make 5G chips for PCs

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Intel and MediaTek teaming up to make 5G chips for PCs

5G is going to be the next big thing in the communication industry. Because of its impressive bandwidth and great scope in the IoT sector, major tech companies are pushing their limits to incorporate 5G features on their devices. Well, 5G connectivity has already made its way to a few smartphones. However, in PCs, it hasn’t been so mainstream. So in order to make an impression in the PC market with 5G chips, Intel recently partnered with MediaTek. With this partnership, these companies hope to make 5G-enabled chipsets for laptops.

With this collaboration, the two companies will go hand in hand for the “development, certification and support of 5G modem solutions” for next-generation PC platforms. And if all things go as planned, this partnership is expected to bring results in 2021. HP and Dell will be the first companies to take advantage of this collaboration. So we can expect that most of the cellular-connected computers in 2021 would be either from Dell or HP.

Also Read: Apple set to buy Intel’s 5G modem business for $1 billion

The 5G PC chip is based in part on MediaTek’s Helio M70 5G modem, introduced earlier this year. According to the agreement, Intel will “define” what a 5G PC should look like and based on the cues, MediaTek would develop chips as promised. After the development of the chip, Intel will make sure if it does a perfect job and then checks if it is ready for integration on the PCs. Apart from working on platform-side integrations, Intel will also work on OS host driver development. Fibocom also has an involvement in this project. Fibocom will help these companies to develop M.2 modules optimized for Intel’s platforms.

Since Intel is one of the biggest chipmakers in itself, the collaboration doesn’t look surprising at all. But what’s surprising is that why Intel considered MediaTek over the leader in the business like Qualcomm or Samsung. Whatever be the reason, Intel made a big step forward with long-term PC strategy to compete in the future of mobile PCs. As the chipmaker is quite losing grip in the industry because of AMD’s value for money processors, it might take the company to new heights.

MatePad Pro launched by Huawei: The first tablet with a punch-hole display

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MatePad Pro launched by Huawei: The first tablet with a punch-hole display

In a segment where two tech giants are already competing for the top spot, a new entrant will always face an uphill task. Yes, I’m talking about the smart tablets. With some serious specs packed into them, the likes of iPad Pro and Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 are currently leading the market. And it is no joke to even think about competing with them.

However, Huawei is up to the challenge. And to do so it has launched the MatePad Pro. Obviously this device still does not have the Google Mobile Services suit. But other than that, the specs that it packs, certainly make the MatePad Pro a force to reckon with.

The Huawei MatePad Pro offers a 10.8-inch AMOLED panel. It has a screen resolution of 2560 x 1600 pixels and an aspect ratio of 16:10. Super-thin bezels of 4.9mm surround the screen and thus give the device a 90% screen to body ratio.

Another notable point about the screen is that it has a punch-hole display. Yup! You read that correctly. The punch-hole phenomena has finally made its way to the tablets. Up until now, such displays were limited to smartphones only. However, with the MatePad Pro, you now get that on tablets too. The punch-hole in this device houses an 8MP selfie shooter.

Though one might not use it most often, the MatePad Pro also provides a back camera. And it is a solid 13MP lens.

Similar to the likes of the iPad, the Huawei MatePad Pro can also be used as a laptop by connecting it with a keyboard. Its laptop mode provides an accustomed PC interface to users. Users also get an M-Pen stylus in order to interact with the device.

Moving on to the software side of things, it runs on Android 10 with EMUI 10 on top. And as mentioned above, it does not have the Google Mobile Services suite. Moreover, with the multi-screen collaboration mode on this one, users can, in fact, emulate their Huawei phone on its screen.

Under the hood, the MatePad Pro is powered by Kirin 990 chipset. Customers will have the option to choose either a 6GB RAM variant or an 8GB variant. Similarly, for storage too people can opt for either 128GB or 256GB.

With the battery too, this device makes a strong appeal to the customers. It has a 7250mAh battery that supports 40W Huawei SuperCharge. Furthermore, it also supports 15W wireless charging and 7.5W reverse wireless charging.

Pricing and Availability

Talking about the availability of this device, currently, it’s only been launched in China. People can get either a Wi-Fi only or the LTE version. The price for the base Wi-Fi trim variant (6/128GB) is $470.

The prices for the LTE versions are much higher. You can get the base version for $540 whereas the top-end one will cost $640. The official sale of the device will start on December 12. However, they are already available for pre-order. And at this point, Huawei is mum about whether the device will be available internationally or not. Still, it did mention that a 5G version of MatePad Pro will roll out soon.

Colors Mobiles Price in Nepal

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Colors Mobiles Price in Nepal

There are only a handful of Nepali smartphone companies. Although these manufacturers manufacture their devices in other countries, their sales have been faring well. One of those companies that have been doing ever so well is Colors. Launched in 2009 by Teletalk, Colors is the first smartphone company to sell over 100,000 units here in Nepal. These days, the company specializes in budget smartphones, and budget smartphones only. So, what are the officially available Colors mobiles in Nepal? Let’s find out.

Colors Pride P20

The Colors Pride P20 is an upgrade over the Pride P5+ Champ smartphone. It has a taller 4.0-inch WVGA display, and a 1,400 mAh battery. Other than these specifications, both smartphones are basically the same. The Colors Pride P20 carries a price tag of Rs. 4,345.

  • Display: 4.0-inch WVGA display (400 x 800 pixels)
  • CPU: 1.3 GHz Quad-core Spreadtrum SC7731C
  • OS: Android v6.0 Marshmallow
  • RAM: 512 MB
  • GPU: Mali400
  • Storage: 4 GB, expandable up to 32 GB
  • Rear Camera: 3.2 MP with LED flash
  • Front Camera: 0.3 MP
  • SIM: Dual SIM (2G + 3G)
  • Battery: 1400 mAh
  • Price: Rs. 4,345

Colors Pride 1A

Colors Pride 1A is the latest handset in Colors Smartphones’ lineup. And this handset is by far the most affordable smartphone in Nepal to come with a dual-camera setup at the back. The dual-camera setup on this device comprises of a 5MP primary shooter backed by a VGA sensor for depth sensing. On the front, the handset boasts a 2MP selfie shooter which comes with an LED flash alongside.

The smartphone was brought by Colors to lure the domestic customers into an entry-level smartphone rather than on a bar phone. And for that, Colors has included a decent 5-inch display. Since the display on the handset comes with an 18:9 aspect ratio, the screen here looks trendy by today’s standard. There is also an appreciable 2200mAh battery to keep the device running.

colors pride 1a price nepal

  • Display: 4.95-inch FWVGA+ display with 2.5D Panda Glass
  • CPU: 1.3 GHz Quad-Core CPU
  • OS: Android Oreo (v8.1); Android Go edition
  • RAM: 512MB
  • Internal Storage: 8GB; Expandable up to 64GB
  • Rear Camera: Dual Camera: 5MP + VGA, LED flash
  • Front Camera: 2MP, LED Flash
  • Connectivity: Dual SIM (2G + 3G), Wi-Fi b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS/A-GPS
  • Battery: 2,200mAh removable battery
  • Price:  5,585

Colors Pride 1E

Budget-oriented buyers always eye for cheap phones. And they usually end up getting feature phones, which lack all the modern features. To lure such customers towards entry-level smartphones, Colors brought the Pride 1E.

The handset packs modest specs for the price. It’s got a 5.45-inch display with HD+ resolution. The display comes in 18:9 aspect ratio, which gives some modern looks to the device. Powering the device is a Quad-core processor aided with 1GB of RAM. Although the hardware doesn’t sound as powerful, with Android GO Edition on the board, you can expect a decent fluency while performing day-to-day tasks.

As for the cameras, Colors Pride 1E has a 5MP camera on the back. Similarly, on the front, there is a 2MP shooter to handle the selfies. The phone is fueled by a 2500mAh battery and boasts 8GB of onboard memory.

pride 1e price nepal

  • Display: 5.45-inch IPS LCD display; HD+ (720 x 1440 pixels) resolution @ 18:9 aspect ratio
  • Processor: 1.3GHz Quad-core processor
  • RAM: 1GB
  • Storage: 8GB; expandable with Micro SD Card
  • Rear Camera: 5MP rear camera with LED flash
  • Front Camera: 2MP front camera with LED flash
  • Software: Android Oreo (v8.1); Android Go edition
  • SIM: Dual-SIM (4G + 3G)
  • Battery: 2500mAh battery
  • Price: Rs. 6,999 (Free Safety Case included)

Colors Pride 1X

The Pride 1X is the recent addition in Colors smartphones’ lineup. The handset comes with a decent-sized 5.45-inch display in an 18:9 aspect ratio. The phone lacks any kind of notches on its display. You get some bezels on the forehead and the chin. The top bezel also houses a 5MP camera, an LED flash, and the other necessary sensors. On the back, Colors has included an 8MP camera module.

On the performance side, the handset gets a Quad-Core processor from MediaTek. To complement the performance, Colors has also included 2GB of RAM. As for the storage, you get 16GB of onboard memory, which can be expanded further via Micro SD Card.  Talking about the battery, a 3000mAh unit fuels the device.

colors 1x price nepal

  • Display: 5.45″ IPS LCD display with HD resolution @18:9 aspect ratio
  • Processor: 1.3 GHz MTK Quad-core processor
  • RAM: 2 GB
  • Storage: 16 GB, expandable via microSD
  • Software: Android 9.0 Pie
  • SIM: Dual SIM (4G + 4G)
  • Rear camera: 8 MP with LED Flash
  • Front Camera: 5 MP with LED Flash
  • Battery: 3000 mAh
  • Price: Rs. 8,495

Colors Pride 5X

The Colors Pride 5X is the first smartphone in Colors’ smartphone lineup to feature a dual-camera setup at the back. The camera pair on the back comprises of the 8MP main shooter backed by a 0.3MP depth sensor. On the front, there is a 5MP selfie shooter accompanied by an LED flash.

The selfie camera on the device also doubles as an authentication tool while unlocking the device via the Face unlock feature. There is also a fingerprint sensor, which serves as an added layer of security.

On the display front, there is a 5.45-inch HD+ panel shielded with Dragontrail glass to withstand the cracks and scratches during the falls. A 3000mAh removable battery keeps the device running. And since the resolution of the handset is merely HD+, the battery provides a decent backup.

Colors Pride 5X back

  • Display: 5.45-inch HD+ Full View display with Dragontrail glass protection
  • CPU: 1.3 GHz Quad-Core MediaTek MT6737
  • OS: Android Oreo (v8.1)
  • RAM: 2 GB
  • GPU: Mali-T720 MP1
  • Storage: 16 GB, expandable up to 128 GB
  • Rear Camera: 8MP + 0.3MP, LED flash
  • Front Camera: 5MP, LED Flash
  • Rear Mounted Fingerprint Sensor; Face Unlock Feature
  • SIM: Dual SIM (3G + 4G); Micro SIM
  • Battery: 3,000mAh removable battery
  • Price: Rs. 9,999

Colors Authorized distributor of its products

  • Teletalk Pvt. Ltd.
  • Address: 2nd Floor, Lucky Tower, Tripureshwor, Kathmandu
  • Tel: 01-4254546
  • Email: [email protected]

Authorized Showroom:

  • Colors World, UWTC, Tripureshwor

Colors Regional Service Centre List in Nepal

LOCATION CONTACT NO.
NARAYANGHAT 056-572375
POKHARA 061-537633
ITAHARI 025-587104
BIRJUNG 051-521728
BANEPA 9802051134

Colors Area Service Centre List in Nepal

ASC NAME LOCATION CONTACT NO.
A TO Z MARMAT GHAIGHAT 9801517703
KALANKI MOBILE KALANKI 9841213744
BHERI MOBILE NEPAL JUNG 9804545985
GANESH PCO TRISULI 9803005200/010-561100
NEW PARTNERS SOLUTION HETAUDA 9845400110
ILAM CABLE ILAM 9804980268
KAYASTA MOBILE DUMRE 065580054/9845317582
M ELECTRONICS BHAKTAPUR 9803548239/9841332995
MANAKAMANA MOBILE RAMMECHHAP 048-540542/9860577777
UNIVERSAL MOBILE CARE DAMAK 9814957357/9842764954
MOBILE HOSPITAL BUTWAL 9802280016/9857026469
NEW BULBULE COMMUNICATION SURKHET 9803582062/9848066304
BHANJA MOBILE DHARAN 9802060355
NEW NAMASTE ELECTRONIC CHANDRAPUR 9811122666/9845059510
NEW SHYAM WATCH CHARIKOT 9817840010/049-421299/9844175829
PARIMAL  MULTI PRAPOSE CO PATAN 9851015210
RIJALCO SUPPLIERS CHAHABIL 9849707713/01-4497777
RUNDEV MOBILE LAHAN 9803923346
S.R. MOBILE DANG 9809835685/9847810195
SHAKTI DEVI ENTERPRIZES DHADING 9841564465/10520950
STYLISH MOBILE JANAKPUR 9814874555/041-520120/9844021120
SAKIRA MOBILE LALBANDI 9800822461/9860442671
SAMEER MOBILE BALAJU 9802963711/9841413279
TAPASYA MOBILE BARDIBAS 9819683230
HITECH MOBILE DHANKUTTA 9816395639/9852050700
BHAGAT MOBILE BIRATNAGAR 9804343043
SUMAN MOBILE MIRCHAYA 9801540436
ARJUN MOBILE AND ELECTRIC CENTER MALANGWA                                          9844061955/9800886620
S.S. TECHNICAL SINDHULI 9844027061
NEW MAHA LAXMI MOBILE CARE GAUR 9845058860
B.R. MOBILE CENTER BIRTAMODE 9807900620
SABA MOBILE NEPAL JUNG 9858042333
ADARSHA MOBILE DHANGADI 980176206

Colors Mobiles Price in Nepal

Model Price (MRP)
Colors Pride P20 Rs. 4,345
Colors Pride 1A Rs. 5,585
Colors Pride 1E Rs. 6,999
Colors Pride 1X Rs. 8,495
Colors Price 5X  Rs. 9,999

Vivo U20 is the Redmi Note 8 & Realme 5 Killer, but it wont launch in Nepal

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Vivo U20 is the Redmi Note 8 & Realme 5 Killer, but it wont launch in Nepal

Another day another smartphone. The rate at which smartphones these days are being launched is just mindboggling. However, at the end of the day, smartphone companies are there to make a profit. And if their competitor has brought something new, they might as well follow the suit.

Anyway, let’s get back to the topic. So, the smartphone that was launched recently in the Indian market is the Vivo U20. It basically is a rebranded version of VIVO U3 that we saw a while back in China.

The Vivo U20 offers a 6.53-inch Full HD+ display and has a waterdrop notch upfront. The notch houses a 16MP selfie shooter. On the rear, you get a triple camera array. Its primary sensor is a 16MP lens. An 8MP “super-wide” lens and a 2MP macro lens complete the rear camera setup.

Vivo U20 camera specs

Under the hood, this device features the Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 chipset. The RAM option you get is of either 4GB or 6GB. They both come with a 64GB storage onboard. However, users do have an option to expand the storage. There’s a dedicated microSD slot. It allows storage expansion up to 256GB.

As for the software side of the things, the U20 runs on Android Pie with Funtouch OS 9.2 on top. Furthermore, the device comes with a Widevine L1 certification. That means users can stream their favorite online content in HD.

The phone is powered by a huge 5000mAh battery. Moreover, it also supports 18W Dual-Engine Fast Charging support. So, battery-wise, users probably shouldn’t face any problem with this device.

vivo u20 colors

Vivo U20 Specifications:

  • Display: 6.53″ IPS LCD display with Full HD+ resolution (1080 x 2340 pixels)
  • Rear Camera: Triple, 16 MP primary lens with f/1.8 aperture & PDAF + 8 MP super-wide-angle lens with f/2.2 aperture + 2MP macro camera with f/2.4
  • Front Camera: 16MP with f/2.0 aperture
  • Processor: Octa-core 11 nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 675
  • GPU: Adreno 612
  • RAM: 4 GB, 6GB
  • Storage: 64GB onboard, expandable up to 256GB
  • Battery: 5000 mAh, 18W Fast Charging
  • Sensors: Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Vivo U20 Price and Availability

The phone will be available for sale from November 28 via Vivo’s official site in India. As for the prices, the base variant with 4GB RAM will cost INR 10,990 ($155) and the 6GB one will cost INR 11,990($169).

Since the VIVO U and Z-series are exclusive to India and are manufactured in India, Vivo has no plans for it to launch elsewhere. Furthermore, these are VIVO online series where VIVO makes a very minimum profit through partnering with an e-commerce platform. And since VIVO Nepal only sells through offline retails and has a huge retail chain, going online for VIVO in Nepal is a risk too.

So, like the Vivo Z1, Z1X, and Vivo U20, VIVO Nepal will not launch the U20 here in Nepal. However, you should be available to get it through grey channels. The price of Vivo U20 in Nepal for 4+64GB would be around Rs. 21,000. To find the shops selling the U20 in Nepal, you can head over to hamrobazaar.com.

Mi Band 3i launched with AMOLED display, 20 days battery life at just INR 1,299!

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Mi Band 3i launched with AMOLED display, 20 days battery life at just INR 1,299!

After a lot of teasing, today we finally got to see what Xiaomi had up its sleeve. Basically, over the past few weeks, multiple rumors about a fitness product from Xiaomi were making rounds. And surprise surprise, the fitness device, that was launched today in India, is none other than the Mi Band 3i.

From what I can make out, the Mi Band 3i is simply a bit toned-down version of the Mi Band 3. It just lacks the heart rate tracker to be specific. Other than that, the device is pretty much the same.

You still get a 0.78-inch AMOLED B&W display. The offered resolution of the screen is 128 x 80 pixels. Right below the screen, there’s a capacitive button. It allows the users an alternative way to navigate the UI. And as there is no heart rate tracker on this on, the rear of the device only has pogo pins for charging.

App wise, you get features such as sleep tracking, calorie tracker, idle alert, phone locking and unlocking, app notification, and many more. The device comes with Bluetooth 4.2. Thus, it can easily connect to your device and show you various notifications.

The device is powered by a 110mAh battery. It will take around two and a half hours to fully charge the device. And once fully-charged, the claim is that the fitness band should give you a solid 20 days of usage.

Xiaomi Miband 3i Price, Availability

This feature-packed fitness tracker is priced at an insane INR. 1,299. It is available for purchase in India on Mi.com. However, users still have the option to buy Mi Band 3 via the same website at INR. 1,799. Now, it’s up to the users to decide whether they think that a heart rate tracker is an absolute necessity for them or not.

Having said that, the previous experiences with Mi Band and the price at which the 3i is available, this new fitness band will probably give you proper value for money.

For those wanting to buy Miband 3i in Nepal, you should be able to get in from grey stores in 2-3 weeks’ time for around NRs. 2000-NRs. 2500.

Say hello to ColorOS 7! OPPO has finally revealed the latest version of its Android skin

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Say hello to ColorOS 7! OPPO has finally revealed the latest version of its Android skin

Do you like stock Android? Well, I do! But some don’t and that’s fine as well. Different smartphone manufacturers have their own little (or in some cases pretty darn heavy) tweak to the Android OS UI. OPPO, a Chinese manufacturer has its own Android skin which it calls “ColorOS“. At an event held in Beijing, China, the company unveiled ColorOS 7 (based on Android 10) alongside details about which phones will be getting it and when.

ColorOS 7 Features

OPPO is emphasizing on eased viewing experience with the ColorOS 7. With the new rounded icon design and lighter color shades, the UI feels a little more homely, if that makes sense. This may seem like a minute thing, but evidently, it has been where the industry is headed. Google also rebranded the “Android” logo with a little more curved design. Additionally, you can now also customize the app icons, size, and font.

Also making its entry is the much-demanded “System-Wide Dark Mode“. This will surely help in reducing eye-strain while simultaneously improving the battery life as well. Wallpapers are getting an overhaul too with new “Art+ Wallpapers“, which reacts and animates based on user touches.

Furthermore, OPPO has partnered up with the Danish company “Episound” to redesign the sound effects in its devices, for a natural aural experience. This is similar to what we saw in Xiaomi’s MIUI 11.

“Camera” has always been one of the highlight features of any OPPO phone. With ColorOS 7, the company is adding features like “Video Blur“, “Portrait Mode 2.0“, “Night View“, “Super Stabilization“, “Beauty 2.0“, all on an improved camera app UI. Moreover, the company is also embedding the “Soloop Video Editing app” with ColorOS 7.

On the performance end, the company says ColorOS 7 can provide up to 25% faster app startup while the RAM utilization has been improved by a massive 40%. Moving to games, it will also deliver better touch response and game frame rates with “Hyperboost” technology.

The company’s in-house virtual assistant “Breeno” also sees improvement. You can now interact with Breeno hands-free, use “driving mode”, and also schedule tasks. On a different note, the company also claims up to a 10% increase in battery life and the new “Smart Sleep” feature optimizes standby usage and reduces power usage by 35%.

ColorOS 7 Release | When will my Phone get Color OS 7?

The forthcoming Reno3 will be the first OPPO smartphone to ship with ColorOS 7. More devices scheduled for the release are as follows:

OPPO Phones

Realme Phones

  • Phase 1 (Feb 2020) – X, 3 Pro
  • Phase 2 (Mar 2020) – Q, 5 Pro
  • Phase 3 (Apr 2020) – X2, X2 Pro

[Source: GSMArena]

90Hz? Nope! The upcoming Redmi K30 may have a 120Hz display & a side-mounted fingerprint scanner

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90Hz? Nope! The upcoming Redmi K30 may have a 120Hz display & a side-mounted fingerprint scanner

The Redmi K20 Pro was a huge hit for Xiaomi as it embraced flagship-level performance at about half the cost of one. Deemed the “Alpha Flagship” or the “Flagship Killer“, the phone was received well in the Nepalese market too.

But last month, Realme real-ly shook the smartphone industry with the Realme X2 Pro with every possible feature you could ask for in a flagship device, at a compelling price. Thus, it overthrew the Redmi K20 Pro to take the flagship killer crown for itself. Man, Xiaomi must’ve been pissed off!

Well now, the company is all ready to introduce the next phone(s) in its ‘K’ series. Xiaomi has already revealed that the Redmi K30 will have a dual punch-hole cutout for the front camera and dual-mode 5G support. Now, a new report from XDA Developers suggests that the forthcoming phone will also feature a 120 Hz display and a fingerprint scanner on the side.

Redmi K30 Overview

Scheduled to launch this December, the Redmi K30 (possibly codenamed “Phoenix“) will not feature a pop-up selfie camera like the predecessor. Instead, Xiaomi has opted for a dual punch-hole cutout like the Samsung Galaxy S10+. While the cleaner design was definitely one of the major factors for the K20 series’ success, it’ll be interesting to see how the market reacts to K30 and the K30 Pro, which will separately launch later in 2020.

The battle of higher refresh rates!

2019’s been the year of 90Hz smartphone displays. While OnePlus 7 Pro and Google Pixel 4 were some of the mainstream smartphones with the feature, manufacturers like Samsung and Apple are still in line to incorporate a higher refresh rate display.

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OnePlus 7 Pro

Now, it looks like Xiaomi is gunning for an even higher 120Hz smartphone display on the Redmi K30. However, it’ll not be an industry-first since we’ve already seen one in the Razer Phone 2 and the Asus ROG Phone II. This was first spotted by the XDA team under a hidden setting to change the refresh rate from 60 to 120Hz. Since no Xiaomi phone as of now has such capability, it is being speculated that the Redmi K30 will have the 120Hz display.

Also read: Xiaomi launches Redmi Note 8 and Note 8 Pro in Nepal

A fingerprint scanner on the side?

The smartphone industry is heading towards an in-display/on-screen fingerprint scanners and a physical one is slowly fading out. Though there are still many phones (especially budget and mid-range) with a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner, one on the side is something of a rarity these days. The Samsung Galaxy S10e had it and few Sony smartphones have it as well.

According to the report, a piece of code extracted from MIUI 11 has a method called “isBroadSideFingerprint” which returns true to devices with codename “Phoenix” or “Picasso”. Since we already suspect that the K30 is codenamed Phoenix, the rumor of the phone having a side-mounted fingerprint scanner gets a certain level of validity.

Possible render of Redmi K30 with side-mounted fingerprint scanner [Credit: XDA Developers]
Additionally, a graphic render titled “core_scan_gesture_broadside” illustrates a smartphone with dual punch-hole cutout and a fingerprint sensor on the right.

Furthermore, there are also rumors that it will be powered by a flagship-level MediaTek chipset with onboard 5G capability. However, Xiaomi may just go for one from Qualcomm. Also, the Redmi K30 may have Sony’s next-gen IMX686 image sensor.

Note: This article is entirely based around rumors and leaks from a couple of acclaimed tech-websites. Many of their leaks have proven to be accurate in the past. Nonetheless, it is entirely possible that they may be wrong this time.

Realme 5s unveiled. Comes with a 48MP camera, but what else?

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Realme 5s unveiled. Comes with a 48MP camera, but what else?

It seems that smartphone users worldwide are always on the lookout for the added pro/s ( or a similar suffix) version of the phone once it launches. And smartphone makers ultimately feed on this craze from the user-side and give them what they want.

These “suffix” – added devices are usually a minor upgrade on the base offering at a slightly higher cost. One such device with an added s that’s was recently launched was the Realme 5s. So, what does this upgraded version offer?

The major upgrade in the Realme 5s is the new primary camera sensor. With 5s users get a 48MP Samsung GM1 as their primary rear camera. Now, this can truly be said as a major upgrade. That’s because the Realme 5 only had a mere 12MP primary sensor. However, the rest of the quad-camera array pretty much remains the same. It uses the same 8MP ultra-wide lens, a 2MP macro lens and finally a 2MP depth sensor. 

The other slight tweak in the Realme 5s is that it will be available in one new color. It is labeled as Crystal Red. And that makes it a total of 3 variants in terms of color as the other options available are Purple and Blue.

Furthermore, with 5s you won’t have an option to choose from 3GB and 4GB RAM variants as it was with Realme 5. It will be available only in a 4GB variant. However, you do have the option to choose the storage option – either 64GB or 128 GB. There’s still a dedicated microSD slot which allows memory expansion up to 256GB for anyone interested.

The remaining specs, however, is similar to the Realme 5. It offers the same 6.5-inch HD resolution screen. And also runs on the Snapdragon 665 chipset. (Check below for detailed specs)

Realme 5s Specifications 

  • Display: 6.5″ IPS LCD display with HD resolution (720 x 1600 pixels)
  • Rear Camera: 48MP f/1.8 aperture + 8MP (ultrawide), f/2.2 aperture + 2MP (macro), f/2.4 aperture + 2MP (depth sensor), f/2.4 aperture
  • Front Camera: 13MP, f/2.0 aperture
  • Processor: Octa-core 11 nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 665
  • GPU: Adreno 610
  • RAM: 4 GB
  • Storage: 64 GB, 128 GB , expandable up to 256 GB (dedicated microSD slot)
  • Battery: 5000 mAh
  • Sensors: Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

As far as the price is concerned, the devices’ base variant i.e 4GB/64GB will be available at $139 and the higher-end variant will cost $153. Currently, we only know about the date of the sale in India only – November 29. News about its availability in Nepal will still have to wait for a while.

So, what can we make of the Realme 5s? Camera-wise its specs resemble the Realme 5 Pro and the rest is similar to Realme 5. So, sort of a mix between both the models. The pro model’s base variant currently costs around $195. And it has a better processor than the 5s. Will users pay extra bucks for a better processor or take the trade-off between processor and camera setup with the 5s. That only time can tell. I guess we’ll have to wait a few more months to see how this one rolls out. 

Xiaomi launches the Redmi Note 8 and Note 8 Pro in Nepal

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Xiaomi launches the Redmi Note 8 and Note 8 Pro in Nepal

It’s been a while that Xiaomi’s sub-brand Redmi launched its Note 8 series in China and India. And finally, Xiaomi launched the Redmi Note 8 and Note 8 Pro in Nepal for an aggressive price. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 and Note 8 Pro are the successors to the highly successful mid-ranger the Note 7 Series.

Redmi Note 8 Overview

The Note 8 has a 6.3” LCD screen with 1080P resolution. There is a small notch on the top as well. The bezels are quite thin as phones of 2019 goes.

Redmi Note 8 runs on the Snapdragon 665 processor with an octa-core chipset that is based on the 11nm process. It comprises of eight Kryo 260 cores. Moreover, it is also the same chipset that’s used on the vanilla Mi A3.

Now moving on to the camera, the rear one has a quad-cam setup. The primary camera has a 48MP module with a Samsung ISOCELL GM2 sensor. In addition, there’s an 8MP ultra-wide lens, a 2MP macro camera, and a 2MP depth sensor. The display up front still has a notch. And it houses the 13MP selfie shooter. Furthermore, the device is powered by a 4000mAh battery with 18W quick charge support.

Redmi Note 8 Price Nepal

Specifications:

  • Display: 6.3-inch IPS LCD screen (2340×1080 pixels), 19.5:9 aspect ratio, Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection
  • Rear Camera: Quad camera – (48 MP, f/1.8, Dual Pixel PDAF) + (8 MP, f/2.2 (wide-angle) + (2 MP, f/2.4, macro lens) + (2MP, f/2.4, portrait lens)
  • Front Camera: 13 MP, f/2.2
  • CPU: Octa-core Snapdragon 665 (4 x 2.0GHz Kryo 260 + 4 x 1.8GHz Kryo 260)
  • GPU: Adreno 610
  • RAM: 4 GB, 6GB
  • Storage: 64 GB, 128GB; Expandable
  • OS & UI: Android 9.0 (Pie) with MIUI 10 on top
  • Sensors: Fingerprint, Gyro, accelerometer, proximity, compass
  • Battery: 4000 mAh; USB Type-C port

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Price in Nepal [updated 2020]

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 price in Nepal starts from Rs. 20,999 for the base 4+64GB variant. Similarly, the 6+128GB version costs Rs. 23,999.

Xiaomi Model Variant  Price in Nepal
Redmi Note 8 (4/64GB) Rs. 18,999 Rs. 20,999
Redmi Note 8 (6/128GB) Rs. 23,999

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro Overview

The device features a 6.53” IPS LCD display with a Full HD+ resolution. The display has the in-trend waterdrop notch. It comes with Gorilla Glass 5 protection on both front and the rear. This device costs a bit more than the Note 8 Pro.

The camera on Redmi Note 8 Pro is one of its prime features. Similar to the Redmi Note 8, this device too has a quad-cam setup. However, the primary lens is of 64MP. This lens uses the Samsung ISOCELL Bright GW1 sensor. It is complemented by an 8MP ultra-wide lens a 2MP depth sensor and a 2MP macro camera. The selfie shooter too is better than that of the Note 8. The selfie cam is of 20MP. And it comes with multiple AI features and scene recognition options.

redmi note 8 pro display

In the performance department, there’s a new MediaTek Helio G90T processor. This SoC is the first gaming processor from MediaTek. Furthermore, this is also the first device from Redmi to have integrated a liquid cooling chamber. Thus, the Note 8 Pro will probably provide a very good mobile gaming experience. Also, it is powered by a huge 4500mAh battery with 18W quick charging.

Also Read: Xiaomi Mobiles Price in Nepal

Specifications:

  • Display: 6.53-inch IPS LCD screen, Full HD+ (2340×1080 pixels), 19.5:9 aspect ratio, Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection
  • Rear Camera: Quad camera – (64 MP, f/1.8, Dual Pixel PDAF) + (8 MP, f/2.2 (wide-angle) + (2 MP, f/2.4, macro lens) + (2MP, f/2.4, portrait lens)
  • Front Camera: 20 MP, f/2.2
  • CPU: Helio G90T (2 x 2.27GHz Cortex A76 + 6 x 1.7GHz Cortex A55)
  • GPU: Mali G76
  • RAM: 6GB, 8 GB
  • Storage: 64 GB, 128GB; Expandable
  • OS & UI: Android 9.0 (Pie) with MIUI 10 on top
  • Sensors: Fingerprint, Gyro, accelerometer, proximity, compass
  • Battery: 4500 mAh; USB Type-C port

Check out our Video Review of Redmi Note 8 Pro here:

Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro Price in Nepal [updated 2020]

The official price of Redmi Note 8 Pro in Nepal is Rs. 26,999. This price is for the base 6/64GB memory variant. Similarly, the higher-end 6/128GB version price in Nepal is Rs. 29,999. There’s also an 8GB RAM variant that carries a price tag of Rs. 32,999.

Xiaomi Model Variant   Price in Nepal
Redmi Note 8 Pro (6/64GB) Rs. 26,999
Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro (6/128GB) Rs. 29,999
Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro (8/128GB) Rs. 32,999

Lava launches benco V8 in Nepal. Does it have what it takes to usurp the leaders?

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Lava launches benco V8 in Nepal. Does it have what it takes to usurp the leaders?

With brands like Xiaomi and Samsung currently ruling the lower to the mid-range smartphone market, it’s easy to forget that brands such as Lava even exist. Their dominance in the budget smartphone segment seems long gone. But are they going to make a comeback? Well, with the introduction of their Benco series, Lava does seem to have brought a product that put froth’s a strong competition.

So, what does their new range of smartphone offer? Basically, this Benco series from Lava is designed to cater to young users. They are cost-effective and have a stylish design which they hope will attract youngsters. With the mission to connect the young with an intelligent world, Lava’s Benco series was launched in five South Asian countries including Nepal.

But is it only the outside of a device that attracts the youth? Obviously not! And thus, the devices in the benco do pack some competitive specs. Because come on no one would simply buy a device just to marvel at its design. So, what are their specs? Or rather what are the available smartphones in the benco series.

For now, a sole model labeled as the benco V8 is available in Nepal and other regions. It was launched by INONE Technology in Nepal on 4th November 2019.

Lava Benco V8 Specifications Overview

The Lava benco V8 has a big 6.53-inch screen with an HD+ resolution of 1560 x 720 pixels. The front screen has a waterdrop notch that houses the 8 MP front camera. And on the back, you get a triple camera setup along with a fingerprint sensor.

lava benco V8 price in nepal

It runs on the MediaTek Helio P23 chipset. An octa-core processor, the MediaTek Helio P23 offers 8 ARM Cortex A53 cores. Those cores are divided into two clusters and are clocked up to 2.0 GHz. Furthermore, the benco V8 has 2GB of RAM and 32 GB storage on board. However, there is a dedicated microSD slot that allows you to expand storage up to 256GB.

The main highlight of this device, however, is undoubtedly its triple camera setup. The camera array includes a 16MP primary sensor, a 2MP macro lens and a 2 MP depth sensor. Having a macro lens in the camera setup can drastically improve the details and clarity of your close up photos. Take a look at the photo samples from the benco V8 that makes use of the macro lens.

Obviously, these photographs are for advertisement purposes so it makes sense that they look great. However, I do hope the camera performance, in reality, is similar to what they claim.

Moreover, the primary lens also has a large f/1.7 aperture, a 1.4μmpixel sensor, and a 6P lens. So, it should allow you to capture good quality photos. The large aperture also helps to capture more light. Thus, taking photos during the low-light condition should not be much of a problem for this device.

For its power, the device is powered by a huge 4000mAh battery. And all this setup will cost you NRs. 12, 999. So, basically this device is targeted as the lower price segment. However, as mentioned before, the market already has plenty of players competing on that front. But with all these features on offer and indeed a stylish look, let’s see how the journey of the Lava benco series pans out in Nepal.

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