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Xiaomi Mi Band 4 Review: Chepeast Fitness Band in Nepal

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Xiaomi Mi Band 4 Review: Chepeast Fitness Band in Nepal

The market of fitness bands and smartwatches seems to be growing, with the likes of Samsung and Huawei getting on them too. They have introduced various fitness bands like the Samsung Galaxy Fit and Huawei’s Talkband 5. But it’s Xiaomi who is already a veteran in this regard, with its Mi Bands. The latest of the series is the Mi Band 4 and in this review, we’ll find out if the Mi Band 4 is worth getting.

Xiaomi Mi Band 4 Price in Nepal [Updated 2020]

You can officially buy the Xiaomi Mi band 4 in Nepal for a price of Rs. 4,400 from Daraz. This price of Mi band 4 is for the Global variant without NFC.

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Xiaomi Mi Band 4 Specifications:

  • Design: Elliptical plastic body, silicone clip-on strap, 5 ATM Water-Resistance
  • Display: 0.95″ AMOLED display, touchscreen, 120 x 240 resolution
  • Sensors: PPG Optical Heart-rate monitors, 6-axis-motion-control-sensor (3-axis accelerometer + 3-axis gyroscope motion sensor), proximity sensor
  • Features: Sleep tracker, 24/7 activity tracker, music playback controls, notifications, alarms, reminders, etc.
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0, Mi Fit App
  • Battery: 135 mAh

Display

xiaomi mi band 4 display

The first and most noticeable change in the Mi Band 4 is on the display. For the very first time, Mi Bands feature a color display. The screen is larger than the Mi Band 3’s at 0.95″ and it’s an AMOLED panel. This also means it’s a touchscreen which allows you to navigate through various features.

MI Band 4 watch faces

The colored display also means that there are now watch-faces on this thing! Of course, for a small screen such as this, that’s not very useful, but at least, it’s there if you want. You know, better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it… You get about 77 options in the watch-faces that you can set from the app. And to be honest, none of them are very good looking. But maybe, they’ll add a few more interesting ones in the near future.

Also, the display has a 2D curved glass protection, and it protects against daily wear and tears. But the complaint I have on the display is the huge bezels – it kind of steals the charm away. Since the band is as small as it is, the bezels look unpleasant!

But then again, I’d like to commend them on working on the brightness part. History is a witness that past Mi Bands were not usable outdoors or well-lit environments. But this time it’s bright enough to be usable at least. It’s still not as bright as I’d prefer, but there’s an improvement, which I have to say so.

Design

On to the design, it’s safe to say that there haven’t been any changes from the Mi Band 3. It follows the same design language – an elliptical device with a silicone strap that clips easily. Only this time, you get multiple colors options to choose from. But our unit was the regular black, which, frankly, is boring.

xiaomi mi band 4 design

However, the band is light and very comfortable on the hands. And it’s easy to forget that you actually have it on. The silicone strap is easy to put on – simply clip it on, and it stays there. You don’t have to worry about the reliability of that either, in my 15 days of usage, it never fell off unintentionally.

Fitness & Features

The Xiaomi Mi Band 4 features a lot of improvements over its predecessor. The aesthetics might be the same, but there is various kind of small improvements. Sure it isn’t the most comprehensive health monitoring device, but you cannot ask more than what it offers for the price, either.

There’s a Heart-Rate Monitor, just like on the Mi Band 3. Also, it’ll keep track of your daily activities like running, walking, cycling, etc. In addition, there is something called the Six-Axis-Motion-Control-Sensor, which will make the tracking of activities more accurate. And this helps even while swimming. The Xiaomi Mi Band 4 can monitor moves like Freestyle, Backstroke, Medley, etc. And so, it’s also 5 ATM Water-resistant.

mi band exercise

Furthermore, the band can also detect some sports activities like Football and Basketball. Plus, there’s sleep tracking on the device as well. However, it only does the basics – won’t give you the full-fledged activity report as on some other devices like the Galaxy Watch.

As for other features, it works like any other fitness watch out there. You get the standard clock on the home screen. Swiping up / down cycles through the features: Heart-rate monitor, step counter, settings, and others. You can also control the music player on your phone by swiping right. But of course, all that is enabled only after you download the Mi Fit app on your phone and sync your Xiaomi Mi Band 4 with it.

After that, you’ll also be able to get notifications on it, change watch faces as aforementioned, check your daily activity logs, etc. Also, it lets you compare a set of data with your previous records. The app is also simple enough to use – the UI is very simple, and getting around it is no hassle.

Connection & Battery

The connectivity on the Xiaomi Mi Band 4 is another one of its improvements. It comes with Bluetooth 5.0, which promises a more stable and faster connection. The distance is still 10 meters, though, so, I won’t be impressed until they can extend it to at least twice that!

As for the battery, the Mi Band 4 packs a 135 mAh battery, and it lasts really long. For instance, it had about 43% charge when I first got it. After 10 days of use, it still had about 3%  left – and that’s an insane amount of battery life. Of course, I turned the continuous heart-rate monitor off for that, but still, this is a long-lasting battery. And so, when they say that it can deliver 20 days of battery life on a single charge, I believe them.

Xiaomi Mi Band 4 Conclusion

To sum up, the one thing I didn’t like about this band is its design. It’s gotten stale with the same design language repeating itself since the very first generation.

But all the other things are very likable. From the design to display to added functionalities and the battery life, it is a huge improvement. And the best thing is, it has tried to provide a lot of features for better user experience while being very affordable.

xiaomi mi band 4 review

But that being said, if you’re a Mi Band 3 user, I don’t really see a good reason to upgrade to this one. Because, besides the color display, it keeps most things very similar in terms of features. However, since it’s cheap, upgrading won’t really cost you a fortune, either. But if you’re coming from older Mi Bands, then, jump on the bandwagon.

Also, if you’re new to the world of fitness bands, the Xiaomi  Mi Band 4 is a good place to get started. It costs about CNY 169, but international prices are quite expensive at £35 for the base variant. The NFC variant isn’t available outside China.

ASUS ROG Strix G531G Review: Middle of the line gaming laptop

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ASUS ROG Strix G531G Review: Middle of the line gaming laptop

ASUS has a wide range of laptops in their gaming category. But it’s safe to say that it’s their affordable lineups that are the most popular. And the Asus ROG Strix G531G is their latest affordable gaming laptop. which is their latest affordable gaming laptop. It has got the all-new 9th gen CPU and a GTX 16-series graphics card. And costs around $900. So, let’s find out if you are paying the right amount of money for this one in this review.

ASUS ROG Strix G531GT Specifications:

  • Design: Plastic body, with a dual-tone matte aluminum finish, 2.4 kg
  • Display: 15.6″ Full HD (1920 x 1080), IPS LCD panel, 60Hz refresh rate, 60% sRGB
  • Processor: Hexa-core 9th gen i7-9750H processor, Base-Clock @ 2.6 GHz, Turbo Boost Clock up to 4.5 GHz
  • GPU: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650, 4 GB VRAM, GDDR5
  • RAM: 8 GB DDR4 @ 2666 MHz (Max 32 GB), Dual-slot
  • Storage: 512 GB PCIe Gen-3 NVMe SSD
  • Ports: 3 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A, 1x HDMI, 1x RJ-45 Ethernet, 1x MiniDisplay display port, audio port
  • Connectivity: Gigabit LAN + Intel® 802.11ac (2×2) Gigabit Wi-Fi with Rangeboost support + Bluetooth 5
  • Keyboard: Full-Size One-zone Backlit chiclet Keyboard
  • Webcam: None
  • Speakers: 4W*2 speakers with Smart AMP technology/1.5W speaker for W/O Smart AMP technology
  • Battery: 50 Watt-hour battery
  • OS: Windows 10 Home
  • Price: $900 / Rs.140000

Design

Starting off with the aesthetics, there’s hardly any difference in its design language compared to the more expensive ROG Strix Hero and Scar laptops. It’s a bit bulky but surprisingly compact for the size. But it’s not really light though. With a weight of about 2.4 kg, this is a standard weight for a gaming laptop.

asus rog strix g531gt design

And about its looks – it looks different from other gaming laptops, as ASUS’s signature design is, classier than others. The outer lid is dual-tone with the brushed texture and the ROG logo on the side. One half is hairline brushed and the other is anodized.

asus rog strix g531gt build

The logo doesn’t glow, but that’s not a bad thing, because, this means you can also take it to your workplace without worrying about showing off too much. Of course, for some, glowing logos are more attractive. But that’s all preference, and if you look at it as a work-thing as well, it’s pretty good.

The build looks metal, but it’s actually plastic. And even so, the build is really solid. It shows even when you just hold the laptop and the fact that it doesn’t flex on the keyboard deck, it just makes a stronger case for itself. There are air vents at the back and on the bottom, and there are also some ports at the back. Overall, a classic ASUS laptop design.

Ports

As for ports, the charging port, HDMI and the Ethernet are at the back, whereas, others are on the right – three USB-As and an audio jack. But that’s all. You don’t get USB-C or an SD Card slot, either. That means there are not enough ports, at least, for me. You won’t be able to directly edit your photos or videos due to the lack of the SD-card slot. So, if you do that, you have to get a card-reader separately.

Display

When you open the ASUS ROG Strix G531G, you’re greeted by a 15.6” Full HD IPS panel display, and you get two choices of refresh rate here – regular 60 Hz or a faster 120 Hz. Ours was the base variant, a 60 Hz panel, but still, the display is better than expected.

display

Viewing angles are actually good – better than some other laptops at this price range. But that also maybe because it cannot open up for more than 120-degrees. Brightness goes max up to 280 nits, but you get about 60% sRGB, which is, well, good enough for gaming, and media consumption, but not ideal for professional content editing.

And while the bezels are slim around the display, it’s not so for the bottom area. But even so, it didn’t stop them from making a bold move of removing the webcam altogether! Yes, you read it right, there’s no Web-cam in here…Strange!

Keyboard and Trackpad

Moving on to the keyboard…it’s your ASUS’s keyboard layout, so, it’s a bit different. You have the additional hotkeys on top for some functions that help take quick actions during gaming. However, what I don’t like about the keyboard is the size and the position of these arrow keys. They are small and placed imperfectly.

asus rog strix g531g keyboard

Other than that, I have no complaints with the keyboard. The feedback is decent enough, the key travel is also okay…and sounds are soft but audible enough to be satisfying. There’s only a One Zone RGB lighting on the keyboard and you can change the effects from the ASUS Aura software. Also, there are 4 levels of backlighting to adjust it according to your needs.

asus rog strix g531g trackpad

The trackpad is better than most other gaming laptops. It’s spacious, tracking is good and gestures are accurate. The physical buttons are also tactile. It uses Windows Precision Drivers, so, you get the gist.

Performance

On the power side of things, you get the latest 9th gen i7-9750H, which means great performance. And since it’s a high-end processor, there’s actually not much to talk about here. It only has an 8 GB of RAM in a single channel, but there are two slots, so you can slip another stick in and increase the performance with dual channels.

asus rog strix g531g specs

It handles things like video editing, and photo editing really well, but you might want to take the color accuracy into account. Just keep in mind that heavy apps run without any hitches.

On the gaming side, the GTX 1650, does as advertised. It’s 30% better than the GTX 1050 Ti but falls short of GTX 1060. But it does handle all kinds of games, in suitable settings. You get about 60 frames per second in Battlefield V on medium settings, and about the same on Fortnite on High settings. As for PUBG, you get about 45-55 frames per second on Ultra and 75-80 on Medium.

And as expected, the GPU is a bottleneck for the CPU, because while gaming, the GPU usage crosses over 80% every time but the CPU doesn’t go above 60%.

Still, rest assured that it will handle all kinds of games, and the temperature is also okay. What I mean is, it gets close to 100-degrees after like 2 hours of gaming, and there was also some amount of throttling. The dual fans do a good enough job, but it can’t handle long hours of stress very well, though.

Battery

As for the battery, it has 50 Watt-hour battery, which is, I guess, normal for a gaming laptop. It’s not enough, but it is what you get. And with this, you will get about 4.5 hours of battery life on normal usage but just about an hour or so on gaming. This means that you will need to carry around a charger.

ASUS ROG Strix G531: Conclusion

In conclusion, the ASUS ROG Strix G531 is a good laptop, for the price. It has the latest of Intel processors and does include a wide variety of graphics card options. The one with 1650 is kind of a bottleneck on the performance, but you can choose from a lot of configurations.  And if you get the one with 120 Hz display, it’ll be even better.

On top of that, the stellar build quality makes it even more appealing. Sure, it’s not as flashy with only a single zone RGB, but that depends on your preference. I like it as it is, it makes its presence known as a gaming laptop, but in a subtle way. And that, in my opinion, is close to perfect balance.

Xiaomi launches MI Gaming Laptop 2019 with 144Hz display

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Xiaomi launches MI Gaming Laptop 2019 with 144Hz display

Xiaomi is not a brand that pops up in one’s head when it comes to gaming laptops. Nonetheless, the Chinese tech giant does have a gaming laptop under their belt. However, as it was only launched in the Chinese market, and thus went relatively unnoticed elsewhere. But now Xiaomi has come up with its successor. Aptly named the Xiaomi Mi Gaming Laptop 2019, the device packs an impressive array of specs. The starting price of the device is roughly $1080 and expectation is that this device will generate a lot more buzz than its predecessor.

Talking about the design, the device pretty much looks similar to its predecessor. The device has a 15.6” display and an 81% screen-to-body ratio. To back it up, there’s a 144 Hz screen that provides smooth game-play. The device is powered by the 9th gen Intel Core i7 processor. Furthermore, the device will have 16 GB RAM and a 512 GB SSD. A total of three variants of the device has been revealed, among which the top model packs an RTX 2060 while others rest at GTX 1660 Ti.

Also Read: Redmi K20 pro coming to Nepal really soon: Launch date revealed!

As for connectivity, all the variants have dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0. They come with two 3-Watt speakers with Dolby Audio and a 1 MP HD webcam. Also, it packs enough ports for everything concerned.

Aesthetically, the keyboard is a four-zone LED-backlit keyboard with three different modes with a glass surface touch-pad. There’s a 55 Whr battery which is not very big, but should give you about 3.5 hours of backup.

Xiaomi MI Gaming Laptop Specifications:

Models Base Model High-End Model Top Model
Processor Intel Core i5-9300H (clocked at 2.4 GHz – 4.1GHz) 9th-gen Intel Core i7-9750H (clocked at 2.6 GHz – 4.5 GHz) 9th-gen Intel Core i7-9750H (clocked at 2.6 GHz – 4.5 GHz)
Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti GeForce GTX 1660 Ti NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060
RAM 8 GB DDR4 RAM 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 RAM 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 RAM
Storage NVMe PCIe SSD 512 GB 512 GB PCIe SSD 512 GB PCIe SSD
Display Full HD display with 144Hz refresh rate Full-HD display with 144Hz refresh rate Full HD display with 144Hz refresh rate

The specs on this device look cool. Well, on paper at least. How it actually performs can only be judged when put to test. So, whether it actually is a game-changer that can usurp the established brands remains to be seen. Maybe it will disappear under the radar like its predecessor. Maybe not. Who knows right? We’ll have to wait and see how it all pans out for the Mi Gaming laptop 2019.

Also Watch: ASUS ROG G531GT Gaming Laptop Review!

Realme’s new 64MP quad camera phone to launch on August 8

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Realme’s new 64MP quad camera phone to launch on August 8

Most of us had seen the Redmi VP teasing about a 64 MP camera phone. Well, it seems that Realme is already ahead in that race! After all, its own 64 MP camera phone launching on August 8. The phone will have a quad-camera setup and will launch at an event in India. This launch will make Realme the world’s first smartphone makers to launch a 64MP camera phone.

A 64 MP camera along with a quad-camera setup makes this phone an interesting one to look out for. Its competition with Redmi is neck-to-neck. However, this smartphone will probably propel them to another level. The company previously released posters teasing the presence of a quad-camera setup. The addition of extra rear cameras will make this set-to-launch device a first in Realme’s range of smartphones to have more than two cameras.

A photo shot from the 64MP AI Quad Camera was shared by the company’s CEO last month. And my-oh-my, does it have details! Back then the company was quick to announce the mysterious phone as the “new premium killer”. Nearing the release date, the phone still remains a mystery. All that is known is that the device will be equipped with Samsung’s 64MP GW1 largest 1/1.72 sensor. In addition to that, the pixel size too is of 1.6 micron-and that’s BIG.

realme 64mp camera phone specs

Other than that, not much information is available about the device. Will it be a new addition to the Realme 4 series? Or will it give rise to another premium range of phones by Realme? It could very well be that all this is a marketing gimmick and all one gets as a quad-camera setup is a bunch of 2MP lens for sensor and macro. No one can really confirm anything at this point. But without actually seeing the device itself, all of them are just speculations. Well, the good thing is that there’s only one day left for the launch and we’ll soon find out how the device actually performs.

Bose Frames launched in Nepal: Spectacles of Melody!

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Bose Frames launched in Nepal: Spectacles of Melody!

With the hot summer days upon is in progress, we have to think twice before we plug in our headphones during commutes. The days are hot, and the sunglasses are kinda mandatory. But so are headphones, more often than not. And with all of those on your head, summer is not very graceful. However, now, these Bose Frames will let you listen to music while keeping your ears free!

Bose Frames Overview

Bose is a household company when it comes to audio accessories and such. And the same audio genius came up with a concept like this – smart sunglasses. Now, smart sunglasses might bring up images like the Google Glass in your mind, but these are far from it. Simply, put, they’re sunglasses with built-in speakers pointed towards your ears and some AR functionalities…

They connect to your phone via Bluetooth, and there’s a discreet button under the right arm to turn it on, play/pause music or accepting calls. Also, the button lets you skip tracks as well. So, just like most other wireless earphones out there. And just like those, you will have to reach for your phone to control the volume. Also, there’s an app to do other stuff.

bose frames rondo alto nepal

Also, there’s a built-in microphone for calling. And if you’re okay with looking like you’re talking to yourself (as there is no visible earpiece), the are quite handy, and actually cool, if you think about it.

The battery lasts 3 hours on continuous music playback, which is okay I guess. And charging takes place with a magnetic USB cable. Bose Frames come with a traditional sunglasses case, but of course, you’ll leave that at home.

All in all, this is a pretty cool concept. It also has some AR functionalities, but they’re limited right now, so, these are something really cool and can take off in the future.

Bose Frames Types

The Bose Frames have two different models called Alto and Rondo. Alto is more of a square-looking glasses and is smaller whereas the Rondo is round and slightly bigger. Also, you have various options for lenses – mirrored, polarized, or blue gradient, which will cost extra. However, the frames are only available in matte black, which is my favorite color anyway! Both models cost the same.

Bose Frames Price in Nepal and Availability

The Boss Frame smart sunglasses is available in Nepal for a price of Rs. 31,500. This price is for both the models (Alto and Rondo). You can buy the Boss Frames in Nepal from Evo Store.

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Daraz offers delicious discounts on Samsung Products for a limited time!

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Daraz offers delicious discounts on Samsung Products for a limited time!

Daraz is, well, used to providing various kinds of deals and discounts time and again. That is one of the reasons they’re so popular as an online selling platform. One of the ways in which they manage to achieve this is their partnership with brands. And this time, it’s Samsung. Daraz is offering great discounts on various Samsung products. But you’ll make the most out of it while buying televisions.

Also Read: Samsung TV Price in Nepal

Samsung’s Televisions are one of the best in the business. Which is why they don’t come cheap. But with discounts up to 48%, this is a great time to get one of Samsung televisions. If you check out their offers, the deals are really compelling. But that is for a limited time only, so, you might want to hurry up!

Visit Daraz Samsung offer here

Also, there are various smaller offers besides televisions as well. You can get offers like 15% on other electronic appliances like microwave ovens, vacuum cleaners, refrigerators, and washing machines. So, well, if you’re looking for additions to your home, then, this is a good time to purchase such electronics. And it is an even better time to get Samsung’s smart TVs. For instance, you can actually get a TV costing around Rs.160,000 as low as Rs.84000! How cool is that? If I needed a TV right now, I’d jump on the offer!

Therefore, make sure to visit the page and browse those offers. At least one of them is sure to strike your fancy!

Windows 10 to get a Cloud restore feature?

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Windows 10 to get a Cloud restore feature?

Mac users have it easy when it comes to reinstalling their OS. They get an option to download a macOS copy from the cloud and reinstall it. For a long time, this feature seemed like a luxury that only Mac users had access to. However, a new announcement from Microsoft revealed that a similar feature could now be available to Windows 10 users too.

Microsoft has revealed that a new Cloud Download feature for Windows 10 reinstall is now in its testing phase. The hassle that Windows user have to go through to reinstall their OS when their hardware fails is a lot to bear. However, with this feature, users will be able to select an option to reinstall their OS from the cloud. Hopefully, if this test feature comes to a release, it will likely be a relief for all its users.

Despite seeming like a new move from Microsoft, this feature is similar to the one available in its Surface lineup.  They already have an option that allows the devices to recover from the cloud. This option downloads a copy of Windows 10 which users can reinstall in their devices in case of failures.

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Till date, various alternatives are provided by laptop manufacturers such as Dell, HP to tackle the problem of OS failures. Usually, laptops come with a copy of OS on a drive partition. And sometimes, we have to make use of USB keys or third-party tools. However, these options are all too tiresome. But, Microsoft it seems, is trying its level best to address this issue. By providing various ways in which users can recover their OS, it seems that the hectic task that Windows users currently have to deal with will soon be over.

Furthermore, this feature will likely play an important role in Microsoft’s Windows Lite and WCOS efforts. Creating a simplified OS that doesn’t require users to plug in a USB device in order to restore will be important for hardware that runs on Windows Lite. However, this feature that Microsoft is looking to provide will need proper backing from the OEMs and other important drivers. So hopefully we’ll find this feature gradually in Windows devices.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6: Are tablets coming back to life?

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S6: Are tablets coming back to life?

Samsung’s latest tablet is here. And while the tablet market is dwindling, Samsung’s pumping out tablets like nobody’s business. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 is the latest iteration to their flagship tablet lineup. The Galaxy Tab S5 didn’t see the light of day, but there was a lighter version called the Galaxy Tab S5e. But Samsung is no stranger to skipping some units in their series, anyway. And the Galaxy Tab S4, before that was not the most interesting tablets out there, either. However, the Galaxy Tab S6 looks promising.

Overview

The Galaxy Tab S6 is Samsung’s answer to the iPad Pro. But iPads are far more popular than their Android counterparts. Will this one be able to change that? We can’t say…but it does show some hope to the tablet market.

samsung galaxy tab s6

The Tab S6 comes with a 10.5″ QHD+ Super AMOLED display. It features slightly more resolution than the standard QHD, so, it is one of the finest displays in the market. And knowing Samsung, there’s very little doubt that it will be anything but. Also, there’s the Dolby Atmos quad-speakers in there, and combined, it will be one hell of a multimedia device.

But besides a multimedia device, it is also a powerhouse. With the latest Snapdragon 855 in there, you can bet it will fly through anything you throw at it. This means that the Tab S6 will perform over 60% better than the Tab S4. And while that is superb for daily tasks, it will also come in handy while using Samsung’s Dex feature – turning your tablet into a computer workstation.

In addition, the Tab S6 has up to 8 GB RAM for smooth multi-tasking as well. And for storage, you get up to 256 GB on-board, which should be enough for you as long as your tablet lasts, but if it doesn’t, there’s a micro SD card slot in there, too. As for the battery, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 has a large 7040 mAh battery powering it.

Also, if you care about the cameras on a tablet, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 has dual cameras – a 13 MP primary and a 5 MP secondary. And there’s an 8 MP front camera as well.

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Furthermore, the Tab S6 also comes with an updated S-Pen, maybe, the same one we’ll see on the Galaxy Note 10 devices. Plus, the Book Cover Keyboard on the Tab S6 is more closely integrated with Samsung Dex. It has a trackpad, too, as well as a row of function keys and a hot-key to start Dex.

However, it’s not all sunshine. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 is missing the headphone jack! Bummer…

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Specifications:

  • Display: 10.5″ WQXGA Super AMOLED display with QHD+ resolution (2560 x 1600 pixels), 16:10 aspect ratio
  • Rear Camera: Dual, 13 MP Primary with f/2.0 aperture + 5 MP ultra-wide with f/2.2 aperture.
  • Front Camera: 8 MP with f/2.0 aperture
  • Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
  • CPU: Octa-core (1×2.84 GHz Kryo 485 & 3×2.41 GHz Kryo 485 & 4×1.78 GHz Kryo 485)
  • GPU: Adreno 640
  • RAM: 6 / 8 GB
  • Storage: 128 / 256 GB, expandable via microSD
  • OS: Android 9.0 Pie, One UI
  • Features: In-display fingerprint scanner, Samsung Dex
  • Battery: 7040 mAh, 18-Watt Fast Charging
  • Colors: Mountain Gray, Cloud Blue, Rose Blush

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Price and Availability

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 is fully revealed. But it’s not out there for purchase yet. The Tab S6 opens for pre-orders starting August 23. And you’ll be able to purchase one directly starting September 6.

As for the prices, the base variant, which is the 6 / 128 GB costs about $649. And the better variant, the one with 8 / 128 GB comes for $729. Both of them include a stylus. However, the Book Keyboard Cover is going to set you back an extra $180. Also, these are the costs of the WiFi variant, but Samsung might drop an LTE variant later this year.

Now, these devices are certainly high-end. But I doubt people will be willing to pay this much for tablets. What do you think about it? The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 certainly is the best tablet out there, right now. But will it be as popular as the iPad Pros? Or better? Do let us know in the comments.

Vivo Z5 launched with triple rear camera

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Vivo Z5 launched with triple rear camera

Vivo launched a sort of follow up to its Z5x model in the form of Vivo Z5, at an event in China. A lot was rumored about the phone prior to its launch, and now that it is finally here and it looks top-notch. At least on paper! Announced as the vanilla version of Vivio Z5x, the Z5 comes with a powerful processor and a much better camera.

vivo z5 price specs

Vivo Z5 will use the Snapdragon 712 SoC. It’s similar to the one available in the Z1 pro model. The chipset uses 8 Qualcomm Kryo 360 CPU cores and integrates the Adreno 616 GPU. The clock speed on 712 is 2.3 GHz. However, it is only a slight upgrade from the Snapdragon 710 available in Z5x which clocks at 2.2 GHz. Furthermore, the device also includes the Multi-Turbo feature for the enhanced mobile gaming experience. Interestingly, Vivo Z5 will be available in four variants. The base model has a 6 GB RAM with 64 GB internal storage. The other model come in 6 GB/128 GB, 6 GB/256 GB and 8 GB/128 GB variants. However, the 8 GB variant is yet to appear on sale.

The screen measures 6.38” diagonally and has an aspect ratio of 19.5:9. It supports full HD+ (1080×2340 pixels) and has a Super AMOLED display. However, it does not have a punch-hole screen as available in the Z5 Pro. This device contains a waterdrop notch up front to house the front camera.

Talking about the cameras, the rear has a triple camera setup. The primary lens is a 48 MP camera with f/1.79 lens. Along with that is the 8 MP (f/2.2) wide-angle lens and a 2 MP sensor. The front camera is a 32 MP (f/2.0) lens that supports pixel binning. Furthermore, the inclusion of Night View 2.0+ in order to improve low-light photo quality.

The device is supported by a huge 4500 mAh battery and supports 22.5 W fast charging. In addition to that, the device also supports OTG reverse charging. It will run on Android 9 Pie with FunTouch OS 9.1 on top. Furthermore, the inclusion of a 3.5 mm headphone jack is another thing that might please many users. As for security, the  AMOLED screen supports an in-display fingerprint and there’s the usual pin/password/pattern unlock.

Vivo Z5 seems like a complete package and that too just at CNY 1,598 (~$232) which roughly equals to Rs. 25,600. Now, it remains to be seen how the device actually compares to the other mid-range smartphones because its on-paper specs do seem enticing to me.

Vivo Z5 Specifications:

  • Display: 6.38-inches Super AMOLED display
  • Resolution: Full HD+ (1080 x 2340 pixels), 19.5:9 aspect ratio
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 712
  • CPU: Octa-core (2×2.3 GHz Kryo 360 Gold & 6×1.7 GHz Kryo 360 Silver)
  • GPU: Adreno 616
  • OS: Android 9.0 Pie with Funtouch OS 9.1 on top
  • RAM: 6/8 GB
  • Storage: 128/256 GB
  • Rear camera: Triple – 48 MP, f/1.79 (primary) + 8 MP, f/2.2 (wide-angle) + 5 MP depth sensor, LED flash
  • Front Camera: 32 MP, f/2.0
  • Battery: 4, 500 mAh non-removable with 22.5-watt fast charging support
  • Sensors: Fingerprint (in-display), Accelerometer, Proximity, and Compass

 

Samsung’s Active series might reactivate again…

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Samsung’s Active series might reactivate again…

Remember the beefy looking, muscular tough hunk of a phone that was the Samsung Galaxy S8 Active? Well, many of you might not. Because, for starters, that was a product limited to the US only, through the AT&T carrier. And Samsung’s active lineup of phones has been around for quite a while now. It started with the Galaxy S4 Active and the last Active phone we saw was the S8 Active. Then, rumors have it that the S9 Active got canceled. But now, another set of rumors say the Samsung Galaxy Active lineup is coming alive again.

But this time, instead of having a rugged version of the current flagships, like the Samsung Galaxy S10, the Samsung Galaxy Active will be a different lineup altogether. And even the leaked image renders show the same thing – there are bezels all around, and three physical tactile buttons under the display. That makes sense for a phone that is supposed to be rugged. You can’t have curved glass and what not for phones built for endurance, can you?

samung galaxy active
Source: Android Headlines

Also, the images bear resemblance to a rugged smartphone that was spotted at the MWC 2019 February. So, the rumors are only gaining solidified, here. In addition, leaked specifications show the phone heading towards a mid-range segment. There’s a small 5.2″ screen at QHD resolution, a single 12.2 MP rear camera and an 8 MP front camera. In addition, there’s a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, a large 4500 mAh battery, and the Exynos 9610 processor.

Furthermore, the camera sensor is the same as one on the Galaxy S9. And while that may make you think the camera quality is the same, the mid-range processor makes for not so good image processing.

Anyways, the rumors even go on to state the launch date on August 9, but there is no official word on that yet. So, we still, cannot be sure about this. However, if it does come back, AT&T carrier will carry it once again. And the phone should attract those who abuse their phones a lot, like adventurers, firemen, etc. But you will be able to buy one for the normal layman, too.

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