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Moto G7 Series Specs Leaks and Rumors

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Motorola may not be the go-to name for many in the smartphone world, but it’s phones are still some of the world’s most sought after. And Motorola was expected to release their new Moto G7 series this year in the MWC (Mobile World Congress) in 2019, but it might not be so. And of course, it is very rare for smartphones to launch without some leaks and stuff. As speculated before, Motorola is going to launch 4 smartphones in the G7 series, namely, the Moto G7, Moto G7 Plus, Moto G7 Power and Moto G7 Play.

Judging by the names, the four phones might have very less difference between each of them. But here we have the specs they pack from an official listing source.

Motorola Moto G7

The Motorola G7 is the base model of the G7 series. It features a good sized 6.24″ IPS LCD display with a Full HD+ resolution and 19:9 aspect ratio. And standing by the norms of the latest fad, this phone comes with a water-drop notch on the display.

motorola moto g7

This phone packs dual cameras at the back, which, again stands by the current trends. The dual camera setup comprises of a 12 MP primary camera with f/1.8 aperture and a 5 MP depth sensor. The selfie camera is an 8 MP sensor. Under the hood, it is powered by a Snapdragon 632 chip coupled with 4 GB RAM and 64 GB storage. The phone runs on a 3000 mAh battery.

Motorola Moto G7 Plus

As the name goes, it is a slightly beefier version of the Moto G7. On the outside, it looks the same with the same display and the notch. The difference lies in some of the other aspects.

motorola moto g7 plus
Source: OnLeaks

It, too, has dual cameras but this one packs a slightly better camera. A 16 MP primary lens with f/1.7 aperture and a 5 MP depth sensor. Up front too, you get a 12 MP selfie camera. This one is powered by a slightly more powerful Snapdragon 636 chipset and 4 GB RAM. It runs on the same 3000 mAh battery, but for some reason, is slightly thicker than the Moto G7.

Motorola Moto G7 Power

If you go by the name, it would suggest that this would be a more beefier version of the Moto G7 or the G7 Plus. But the “Power” in the name stands for the large 5000 mAh battery it packs, that can last you for more than 2 days.

motorola moto g7 power

It is larger than the other two phones but has the same 6.24″ LCD display with 19:9 aspect ratio. But, it only comes in HD+ resolution and a regular wide notch on the screen. Camera wise, there’s only a single 12 MP camera with f/2.0 aperture and an 8 MP camera up front. A Snapdragon 632 powers the phone with 3 GB RAM, and it comes with 32 GB internal storage.

Motorola Moto G7 Play

This is the most toned down version of the G7 series and it is also smaller in size. This phone comes with a 5.7″ IPS display with HD+ resolution and 19:9 aspect ratio. It also has a single 13 MP camera at the back and an 8 MP selfie camera.

motorola moto g7 play

Inside, the Moto G7 Play is powered by Snapdragon 632 chipset and 2 GB RAM. It has 32 GB storage and 3000 mAh of battery.

All the phones of the G7 series come with the latest Android 9.0 Pie. Also, all of these claim to have a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor and Motorola’s TurboCharger fast charging. The prices, however, have not been revealed as of yet. These phones should launch on February 7 in Brazil before the MWC 2019.

Fitbit Inspire and Inspire HR – only for the corporate world!

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While wearing a Fitbit might not be up everyone’s alley, these minimalist wearable tech are quite good. Sure, there are a number of options to choose from when it comes to fitness trackers, but Fitbit has its own presence in the market. And there are quite a lot of Fitbit itself. But now, Fitbit has unveiled two new fitness bands – Fitbit Inspire and Fitbit Inspire HR.

The new Fitbits, however, are only for the corporate world, it seems. What does it mean? Well, it means that these Fitbits are not for you to just walk into the store and buy. These are only available through Fitbit Corporate, wellness, health plan, and health system partners. So, you can buy these only if you’re an employee enrolled in a fitness plan by your organization. What difference does it make? We don’t know…but it is what it is.

Also Read: Fitbit smartwatches price in Nepal

Fitbit Inspite

Out of the two fitbits, the Fitbit Inspire is the lesser version. It has a water-resistant build, so, it is swim-proof, and has a touchscreen display.

fitbit inspire

It tracks your normal activities, periods of sleep, amount of calories burnt, and will also prompt you to move if you sit in a position for a long time. Plus, it also supports notifications for texts, calls, and calendar alerts. Also, it claims up to 5 days of battery life.

Fitbit Inspire HR

The other one, the Fitbit Inspire HR does all the things that the Inspire does, but with a few tweaks. The HR, probably meaning Heart Rate, includes a Heart Rate Monitor that measures your heart rate continuously. So, you can use it for workouts heart-rate zone based workouts. In addition, it has over 15 exercise modes, cardio fitness level data and GPS features.

fitbit inspire hr

These seem to be the standard features we can find in most mid-range to high-end smartwatches like the Samsung Galaxy Watch or Huawei Watch GT as well. So, what sets them apart? We don’t know that either. For now, there are no price reveals. Probably, that is also only revealed to the corporate buyers. And by the looks of it, it won’t be made available for other users.

Samsung Exynos 7904, a mid-range SoC “Customized for India”

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The Exynos 7904 is a new mid-range SoC designed by Samsung for the Indian market, bringing high-end features to an affordable price point. This chipset should help Samsung’s mid-range devices compete better with aggressive pricing from Chinese manufacturers.

Also Read: Deal Alert: Four Sony Smartphones received a price cut in Nepal

It’s an Octa-Core processor based on a 14nm architecture. There are two Cortex A73s clocked at 1.8GHz and six Cortex A53s clocked at 1.6Ghz. With Mali G71 MP2 GPU, it comes with support for LPDDR4x memory and eMMC 5.1 storage.

Exynos 7904 Cortex A73

Moreover, Samsung has highly focused in the multimedia department this time. It has support for up to triple cameras or a single 32MP camera. Video recording caps out at 4k 30fps while the display support itself maxes out at FHD+ (2400x1080px).

As for connectivity, the embedded LTE modem can theoretically do 600Mbps down (Cat. 12 3CA) and 150Mbps up (Cat.13 2CA). Besides that, it supports 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0 along with 4-mode GNSS.

Exynos 7904 LTE

Samsung claims the new SoC will deliver high-end multimedia and imaging performance, network connectivity and effortless multitasking experience. Similarly, the implementation of Cortex A73 should boost its single core performance by a significant margin.

“The Exynos 7 Series 7904 will enable advanced mobile experiences in a broader range of devices with triple-camera support, powerful performance and connectivity,”

– Rajeev Sethi, Senior Director and Head of Sales and Marketing, Device Solutions, Samsung India.

The Exynos 7904 has already hit mass production and we should start seeing Samsung devices featuring this SoC soon. We are expecting the upcoming Galaxy M30 to feature this chipset first.

Exynos 7904 Specifications

  • CPU: 1.8GHz Dual-core (Cortex®-A73) + 1.6Ghz Hexa-core (Cortex®-A53)
  • GPU: Mali-G71 MP2
  • Process: 14nm FinFET
  • Display: Up to Full HD+ (2400×1080)
  • LTE Modem: LTE Cat. 12 3CA 600Mbps (DL) / Cat.13 2CA 150Mbps (UL)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth® 5.0, FM Radio
  • GNSS: GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo
  • Storage: eMMC 5.1
  • Memory: LPDDR4x
  • Camera: Rear 32MP, Front 32MP, Dual Camera 16MP+16MP
  • Video: Up to 4K 30fps encoding and decoding with HEVC(H.265), H.264 and VP8, and decoding with VP9

Also Read: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx SoC built for Windows 10 devices

Ducati to make electric motorcycles, says the “Future is Electric”

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Ducati didn’t just confirm its plans of manufacturing electric motorcycles, but the bike is actually close to starting production. In a Spanish event, the company’s CEO Claudio Domenicali announced the bike is “not far from starting production”. The statement also included “Future is electric”, further hyping up the speculations.

Read More: Niu N1s electric scooter review 

Wistfully, information about the bike itself remains undisclosed. Regional Managing Director Eduoard Lotthé hinted at a 2021 launch back in 2017, now seems wasn’t a complete hoax. We did see the Ducati Zero back in 2016, developed in collaboration with Milan Polytechnic school. But that was more of a concept rather than an actual product.

Current Electric Motorcycle Market

Motorcycle manufacturers entering the EV market isn’t something new. CSC City Slicker is currently offering the cheapest EV for $2500, that tops out at 45mph. Zero Motorcycles has had its hands on electric bikes for a few years now. They are currently the leaders in e-motorcycles and have revealed their new lineup for 2019.

Also Read: Second-generation Tesla Roadster Unveiled: Fastest Car Ever!

SuperSOCO‘s new offering, the TC Max tops out at 62mph, has a range of around 68 miles, is priced at $5,100 and might get a Nepali launch too. Urban Motorcycles has also been on the rise lately, producing affordable electric bikes with lower battery range & lesser top speeds. Lighting motorcycles also released a teaser for their upcoming “Strike”.

harley davidson livewire

Even mainstream manufacturer Harley Davidson already made its new EV, the LiveWire official. The bike gets a total range of 177km and scores 0-60mph in just 3.5 seconds. It comes with high-quality Brembo brakes, Michelin sports tires, and fully adjustable Showa suspension. Pre-sales have begun while the pricing is set at a staggering $29,799.

Also Read: Vespa Electtrica set to go on sale in Europe

There is no denying Ducati is late to the EV party, but the Italian’s brand legacy, craftsmanship, and design team are unlike any other.

HP’s new Chromebooks are rugged and supports Wacom Stylus

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HP’s refresh of their Chromebook lineup sees it bring two new laptops intended for the upcoming school year. Both feature rugged exterior, thanks to the MIL-STD-810G testing simulations and gets a spill-resistant keyboard. This should keep the laptops safe from the clumsy hands of young school kids set out to shape our world.

HP Chromebook x360 11 G2 Education Edition

The first of which is the HP Chromebook x360 11 G2 EE, a 2-in-1 laptop with an 11″ (1366x768px) IPS touch display with Wacom EMR pen support. Powering the laptop is a dual-core Celeron N4000 processor or a slightly powerful Quad Core Celeron N4100. Both seem pretty underpowered but their use cases should remain pretty moderate.

HP Chromebook x360 11 G2 EE

Either way, both get 8GB of RAM with 32GB or 64GB of eMMC storage. The laptop is fairly heavy for its size at 1.47kg, although still very portable and should not be a burden for kids to take those to school every day. HP promises a creditable 11.5 hours of usage without the need to plug in a charger, and when you do, it recharges quickly too.

HP Chromebook 11 G7 Education Edition

The HP Chromebook 11 G7 EE comes with a similar 11″ display but isn’t fully rotatable. It gets a 180-degree hinge, comes with both touch and non-touch versions. The non-touch version gets an SVA display (Samsung’s version of VA display) while the touch display comes with IPS technology.

HP Chromebook 11 G7 EE

Battery life also sees a bump at 13-hours for the non-touch version while the touch display manages 11.5 hours. Apart from the display, battery life and hinge, all other aspects of the laptops remain the same. Both come with two USB-C Gen 1 ports (one on each side), a USB-A port, 3.5mm headphone jack, and an SD card slot.

They also get 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0. There is a 720p front-facing camera and a 5MP “World-Facing” camera. The later is said to deliver augmented learning experience for the students. All these features were designed with simplicity, security, pricing, and shareability in mid, fitting for kids who want to learn.

Also Read: HP’s CES 2019 laptop lineup announcements

HP reports that over 30 million students and teachers are using Chromebooks today, of which the majority of the schools are located in US, Canada, New Zeland & Sweden.

Both laptops will hit the markets in April with prices yet to be disclosed.

Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite review: Another sheep in the herd?

The Huawei Y9 2019, the Honor 8X, the Mi A2, and the Redmi Note 6 pro! These are the phones that are available in almost the same price as the Mi 8 Lite and provide almost identical specs. So, can the Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite stand out in the plethora of mid-range devices out there? Let’s find out!

First of all, let’s clear out the name game here! Xiaomi has released 3 smartphones in the mi 8 Lineup, the Mi 8, which is a flagship variant, the MI 8 SE and the Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite which are cheaper variants where the Mi 8 Lite is the most affordable among all.

Xiaomi MI 8 Lite Specifications:

  • Display: 6.26-inch IPS LCD display with 2.5D curved glass on the top
  • Resolution: Full-HD+ (2280×1080 pixels), 19:9 aspect ratio
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 660
  • CPU: Octa-core (4x 2.2GHz Kryo 260 + 4x 1.8GHz Kryo 260)
  • GPU: Adreno 512
  • RAM: 4GB LPDDR4 RAM
  • Storage: 64GB; Expandable up to 256GB
  • OS & UI: Android Oreo with MIUI 10 on the top; Upgradable to Android Pie (v9.0)
  • Rear Camera: 12 MP f/1.9 + 5 MP, f/2.0 depth sensor with LED flash
  • Front Camera: 24MP
  • Battery: 3350mAh battery with Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 support
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/c/b/g/n, WiFi Direct, Hotspot, Bluetooth 5.0, no 3.5mm headphone jack, USB Type-C, USB OTG support
  • Sensors: Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
  • Price (4/64GB): Rs. 31,999

Design

Xiaomi MI 8 Lite designFrom the design standpoint, we see improvements in the latest version. There are curvy edges, an attractive glass back, and a shiny aluminum border with 2.5D curved glass. But topping it all is the colors and this gradient color variant is amazingly eye-catching.

Also read: Xiaomi mobiles price in Nepal

There is a fingerprint reader at the back, just like how we find it in other Xiaomi phones, and does its job quite well. The scanning is fast and does it correctly all the time. We didn’t find a Face unlock option, which is strange for a smartphone of 2019!

The phone is premium on hold but is slightly wider than others out there. That didn’t make a difference in usage though, just putting it out there. The camera bump creates some imbalance when the phone is kept on a plane surface, carrying chances of getting the cameras scratched overtime which Xiaomi has well addressed by proving a Silicon case with the phone.

Xiaomi MI 8 Lite buttons

Talking about the back, as attractive it is to the normal eye, it is a fingerprint magnet, no denying that. The phone feels good on hands but it’s sad that a cover needs be used to protect it from smudges and prints.

So, on the design front, the phone is what we would expect from a current smartphone. But it’s noteworthy that no cutouts have been made in this area.

Display

Xiaomi MI 8 Lite displayThe display is also one of the best things about the Mi 8 Lite. It’s a 6.26 inch IPS LCD panel with a tall 19:9 aspect ratio and 1080p resolution. This might sound as if we are getting a usual thing, but the display here is pretty dope, I mean the colors, brightness and the calibration all fit in perfectly to give you a pleasing display. It’s a sharp one with very good viewing angles. The sunlight legibility is decent and nothing extraordinary.

In terms of display size, it might be a little less than the 6.5-inch seen on Y9 2019 and the Honor 8X, but that is no major setback here.

Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite selfie camera and notch

On the top, you get a notch that is not, well, an ugly one. It’s smaller than the MI 8 SE and similar to the Honor 8X and Y9 2019. You do have an option to hide it, but the black bar on the top is clearly visible at certain angles. Again, not that big of an issue, just putting it out there.

Cameras

Xiaomi MI 8 Lite back cameras

Okay, let’s jump to the cameras now. The cameras here feature a similar setup like the MI 8 SE. There are a 12+5 MP dual cameras at the back that works just fine. The colors are good and the pictures from the normal cameras look decent, nothing extraordinary. The dynamic range is average and with the HDR on, you get some improvements. The AI feature that’s there gives you some punchiness in images and nothing more.

The portrait mode will give you a somewhat disappointed feeling. At times, the amount of blur is very very uneven and it looks unnatural too. Similarly, the dual cameras suffer poor edge detection.

For high res samples, click here

Night shots, I must say are pretty average too. In extreme low light conditions, there are grains all over and as the light gets better, the pictures look better too. Focus, during night time, is slow. However, the shots are good in artificial lighting though.

The selfies I got from this one is actually great. There is some processing being done, you cannot shut it off but the output is not bad at all. It’s a 24 MP camera that gives you good results. The portrait mode, though with a single camera, is surprisingly good, better than the back camera actually! Night time selfies are a bit noisy though.

In the video part, you get options for recording in 1080p at 60 or 30 fps, 4k at 30 fps and 720p at 30 fps. The device has EIS and the videos are more stabilized, except while recording in 4k. The 1080p at 30 fps has better quality and stabilization.

Performance:

Now, the performance! The Snapdragon 660 seems like a sweet spot for Xiaomi. It’s there on the Mi A2 and the recently announced Redmi Note 7. It’s not a bad chipset by any means, but it seems like Xiaomi has standardized the chipset to be used on its midrange smartphones. The performance is what we would expect. Switching between apps is fluid and multitasking is fine too. But when put in comparison with the Kirin 710 of the Huawei Y9, apps open a little slow on the Mi 8 Lite.

Xiaomi MI 8 Lite display 1

However, when talking about the GPU performance, games load faster in the Mi 8 Lite than the Huawei Y9 2019. Not a major difference here.

Gameplay is smooth with Adreno 512 counterpart, I played PUBG and Asphalt 9 and only in PUBG, I felt some stutters. Everything else ran fine. But with games running in the background, when I try to switch to another app, the phone becomes a bit legarthic, just a bit! Maybe this could be fixed with a software update.

Software and UI:

Talking about the software, you get Android Oreo 8.1 with MIUI 10.0.5. The Redmi Note 6 pro had some issues with advertisements playing even in the file explorer. I expected the same, but, nothing of that sort happened.

Moving on, the notifications can be cleared from one direction only, which can be very confusing to people. But the animations going around inside the settings menu is quite fun I must say. And I might be saying this very late, but I also very much like the brightness panel and the volume rocker panel. And if you are a fan of gesture navigation, don’t worry you get that too in here!

This particular model has 4 GB RAM and 64 GB internal storage that can further be expanded to 256 GB using the SIM 2 slot. There is a 6 GB RAM, 128 GB internal storage version available too! So, at this price, the storage offered is pretty decent.

Battery:

Okay, get let’s get on to the battery side of things. The Mi 8 Lite features a 3350 mAh battery. And, we very well know that the SD 660 is slightly less power efficient than the Kirin 710. Plus with the 4,000 mAh battery on the Huawei Y9 2019, the Mi 8 Lite is nowhere comparable. And talking about the endurance, you get average battery life that makes you put this on charge at the end of the day. Similarly, gaming drains the battery at a considerably faster pace. Nonetheless, it will get you through the day. The device supports quick charge 3.0 but you get a 10-watt charger in the box. Using the QC 3.0 charger improves the charging time significantly.

Xiaomi MI 8 Lite speakers and USB port

Also, you cannot ignore the fact that you get a USB Type C port here. It won’t be wrong saying that Xiaomi is very generous in providing the latest on the hardware side.

Extras:

Onto the extras, the speakers get moderately loud on video and music playback. But when headphones are plugged in the output is not so loud from the type C port. Yes, you got it, there is no headphone jack! While some of you may accept it, this might turn off many of you. The buttons are placed at a reachable distance and are clicky and hefty too.

Conclusion:

The Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite has been launched at a time when there is a cluster of devices in the same price range. It is a good device with good performance and good everything and you will not regret buying it today for the price being asked. But, but it’s not going to be a regret buying the Honor 8X, the Redmi 6 Pro or the Y9 2019 either! The Mi 8 Lite is just another addition to the choices.

And, in anyways, if the Redmi 7 makes its way early in Nepal, it’s not going to hard choose it over the Mi 8 Lite. So, overall, it’s a good device but there are other choices out in the market that can easily replace this one.

Pros Cons
Appealing design No 3.5mm Headphone Jack
Good display Average battery life
Good performance Subpar low light camera performance
Good front and Back cameras Poor background blurring in portrait images

 

Deal Alert: Four Sony Smartphones received a price cut in Nepal

Sony smartphones are basically known for their awe-inspiring cameras. The Japanese tech giant always promises to cater more especially on the camera department, be it a flagship handset or budget-friendly devices. And the good news here is that the Same brand has slashed the price of four of its camera-centric smartphones. And at the new price, the smartphones pack plenty of punch.

Also Read: Sony Camera Price in Nepal

Sony Xperia X

When it comes to the display, the Sony Xperia X may not meet the today’s standard as it lacks bezel-less design and trendy 18:9 aspect ratio. Nonetheless, the 5-inch display on the device looks pleasantly sharp at Full-HD resolution.

sony xperia x price drop nepal

On the performance front, the smartphone boasts Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 chipset coupled with 3GB of RAM. The chipset is rather old and is manufactured on 28nm architecture. Nonetheless, it is excelsior when it comes to the performance. It even outperforms the Snapdragon 625 chipset, which is found on smartphones like Xiaomi MI A2 Lite and Redmi 5 Plus. But the SD650 tends to get heat more when compared with the likes of SD625. Talking about the memory on the phone, there is 64GB of onboard storage. 64GB of storage is sufficient for most of the users. And considering the price, the amount of storage is quite huge as most of the smartphones at the same price bracket usually come with 16/32GB of storage.

In the camera department, the phone looks equally great. There is a 23MP rear camera and a 13MP camera, which are capable of capturing some jaw-dropping photos. Since Sony is an excellent player in the camera game, you can easily see its camera prowess here. So with all these amazing features, the Sony Xperia X is surely one of the best smartphones in Nepal under Rs. 20,000 of price.

Sony Xperia X Specifications

  • Dimension: 142.7 x 69.4 x 9.7 mm; Weight: 153 g
  • Display: 5 inches Triluminos  IPS LCD
  • Resolution: Full-HD (1080 x 1920 pixels)
  • OS: Android Oreo (8.0)
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 650
  • RAM: 3GB RAM
  • Storage: 64GB internal storage, Expandable up to 200GB
  • Rear Camera: 23MP with Exmor RS sensor, 1/2.3″ sensor, f/2.0 lens, Predictive Hybrid AF, LED Flash
  • Front Camera: 13MP with 1/3” Exmor RS sensor, 22mm wide-angle f/2.0 lens
  • Sensors: Fingerprint, Accelerometer, proximity, compass
  • Battery: 2630mAh Battery with Qnovo’s Adaptive Charging technology
  • Price:  22,500 18,500

Sony Xperia XA1

The Xperia X also inherits the same 23MP rear camera, which was included in the Xperia X. And no doubt, the image quality will be any different here. Even on the front, there is a capable 8MP shooter.

On the display front, the big bezels on the top and on the bottom may be frustrating for the most. But when only the display is considered, the Xperia XA1 is one of the best phone out there. The device comes with Full-HD resolution at sub 15,000 price bracket, which is absolutely a rare feature. On the top, the display is shielded with Scratch-resistant glass. So even your smartphone slips or falls through your hands, there is a rare chance of cracks and scratches to appear on the screen.

sony xperia xa1 price in nepal

There is Helio P20 chipset on the performance front, which is paired with 3GB of RAM. Helio P20 may not be the best performer out there but considering the price, there is nothing to complain. But the presence of 2300 mAh battery may be not sufficient for everyone. So you might have to plug it to the wall charger quite often.

Sony Xperia XA1 Specifications:

  • Dimension: 145 x 67 x 8 mm; Weight: 143 g
  • Display: 5.2 inches IPS LCD with Scratch-resistant glass
  • Resolution: Full-HD (1080 x 1920 pixels)
  • OS: Android Nougat (7.0), planned upgrade to Android Oreo (8.0)
  • Chipset: MediaTek MT6757 Helio P20
  • CPU: Octa-core (4×2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4×1.6 GHz Cortex-A53)
  • GPU: Mali T880-MP2
  • RAM: 3GB RAM
  • Storage: 32GB internal storage, Expandable up to 256GB
  • Rear Camera: 23MP rear camera with Exmor RS sensor, 1/2.3″ sensor, f/2.0 lens, Predictive Hybrid AF
  • Front Camera: 8MP front-facing camera with 1/4” sensor size, f/2.0 lens
  • Sensors: Fingerprint, Accelerometer, proximity, compass
  • Battery: 2,300 mAh battery
  • Price: 18,000 14,000

Also Read: Sony Mobiles Price in Nepal

Sony Xperia XA Ultra

Although the presence of the outdated Android Marshmallow and a bulky body might not be that pleasing, the sharp display and capable cameras might interest you here.

Sony xperia XA Ultra

Sony Xperia XA Ultra Specifications

  • Dimension: 164 x 79 x 8.4 mm; Weight: 202 g
  • Display: 6.0 inches IPS LCD
  • Resolution: Full-HD (1080 x 1920 pixels)
  • OS: Android Marshmallow 6.0
  • Chipset: MediaTek Helio P10
  • GPU: Mali T860MP2
  • RAM: 3GB RAM
  • Storage: 16GB internal storage, Expandable up to 200GB
  • Rear Camera: 21.5MP Primary Camera with LED flash
  • Front Camera: 16MP front-facing camera with LED flash
  • Sensors: Fingerprint, Accelerometer, proximity, compass
  • Battery: 2,700 mAh battery
  • Price: 19,000 14,500

Also Read: Sony PlayStations Price in Nepal

Sony Xperia L2

With the thickness of 9.8mm, the Xperia L2 looks really bulky and unappealing. And there is nothing much interesting about the phone except its cameras. So if you are looking for a decent camera phone at the price of Rs. 15,000, you can have the Xperia L2 as an alternative.

sony xperia l2 nepal

Sony Xperia L2 Specifications:

  • Dimension: 150 x 78 x 9.8 mm; Weight: 178 g
  • Display: 5.5 inches IPS LCD with corning gorilla glass 4 protection
  • Resolution: HD (1280 x 720 pixels)
  • OS: Android Nougat 7.1.1
  • Chipset: MediaTek MT6737T
  • CPU: Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
  • GPU: Mali T860MP2
  • RAM: 3GB RAM
  • Storage: 32GB internal storage, Expandable up to 200GB
  • Rear Camera: 13 MP with f/2.0 aperture, LED flash
  • Front Camera: 8 MP front-facing camera, f/2.4 aperture
  • Sensors: Fingerprint, Accelerometer, proximity, compass
  • Battery: 2,700 mAh battery
  • Price: 18,000 14,500

Also Read: Sony Bravia TV Price in Nepal

Netflix’s Black Mirror Bandersnatch Interactive Film review: Is it any good?

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Is it a game? or is it a movie? It’s actually a “Netflix Interactive Flim for Adults”, according to the popular streaming service provider. And yes, we have seen this countless times before, be it with Game of Thrones or The Walking Dead. But what makes this particular one special is the production value, the fact that its actual camera work and very less CGI or animations.

If you are optimistic enough the graphics quality can be defined as excellent, unlike any other video game in the market right now. Plus the storyline is pretty great, or not that great, depends on your choices. Netflix has done the concept justice, and if you have played it, I’m sure you would agree on that.

How does it work?

Bandersnatch choices

Every now and then, the movie gives you choices (you get 10 seconds to choose), basically getting to control the main character. And the same define how the film begins, how it plays out and how it ends. It starts off with something simple like the brand of serial the main character starts the day with, Frosties or Sugar Puffs. Giving you a feel for the game, giving you the control, what you can expect from it before it gets violent, or not, it’s still up to you.

Storyline

[A disclaimer, this is a spoiler-free review]

So the storyline, you can end up with one of five different endings. Each with their own different storyline, their own different adventures, and their own different concepts. If you opt not to choose either of the options, the movie will play out with default choices and you basically end up with the least exciting scripting and the plainest ending possible.

If you opt to control the character, you are in for an exciting movie. It does a great job of engaging the viewer, keeping them interested, frustrated, sad and best of all have a bit of fun throughout the movie. It was quite a unique experience, to say the least. To be fair, it’s still a Black Mirror Episode and they kinda have their own way of seizing the attention of its audience.

Conclusion

Bandersnatch was definitely something unique, but sadly if you want the full experience you will have to subscribe to Netflix. You can download the pirated version but the interaction part is missing. It does take most of the fun out of the movie and it feels pretty boring. Other bad news is Netflix raising it’s pricing, thanks to the popularity of shows like Birdbox and Sex Education. They also posted a huge 35% YoY growth with almost 29 million new subscribers.

Either way, Bandersnatch definitely offers a great experience and is definitely worth a shot. Bringing the vague difference between movies and games even closer, the transition between choices was, well, as seamless as it could have been. Given that the movie just took 35 days in the shooting, and almost 2 years in the making, it was definitely not rushed, unlike the movie itself. So, if you want to watch it, you can click here to subscribe to Netflix, or just download the pirated version, which we fully discourage.

Sony Mobiles Price in Nepal [Updated]

The Japanese smartphone giant, Sony is not a new name in the Nepali smartphone market. With its innovative approach to design water-resistant smartphones, it had created an enthralling wave once. Even now, the new Sony smartphones are equipped with a good set of cameras to fascinate people with its astounding photo shoots. These features have lured some of the Nepali smartphone enthusiasts too. And to fuel such interests, Nepa Hima Trade Link (the authorized distributor of Sony products in Nepal) occasionally brings exciting offers for the potential buyers.

Sony Xperia XZ Premium

Xperia XZ Premium

  • Dimension: 156 x 77 x 7.9 mm; Weight: 195 g
  • Display: 5.5 inches IPS LCD; Triluminos Display; HDR10 Compliant with Gorilla Glass 5 Protection (Screen & Back panel)
  • Resolution: 4K (3840 x 2160) @807ppi
  • OS: Android 7.1 (Nougat), planned upgrade to Android Oreo (8.0)
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 Chipset
  • CPU: Octa-core (4×2.45 GHz & 4×1.9 GHz)
  • GPU: Adreno 540 GPU
  • RAM: 4GB RAM
  • Storage: 64GB internal storage, Expandable up to 256GB
  • Rear Camera: 19 MP with  f/2.0, 1/2.3″ sensor size, 25mm, EIS (gyro), predictive phase detection and laser autofocus
  • Front Camera: 13 MP, f/2.0, 1/3″ sensor size, 1.12 µm pixel size
  • Sensors: Fingerprint, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass, color spectrum
  • Battery: Non-removable Li-Ion 3230 mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0
  • Price: Rs. 80,500

Sony Xperia XZs

sony Xperia xzs price in Nepal

  • Dimension: 146 x 72 x 8.1 mm; Weight: 161 g
  • Display: 5.2 inches IPS LCD with Gorilla Glass Protection
  • Resolution: Full-HD (1080 x 1920 pixels)
  • OS: Android 7.1 (Nougat)
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 820
  • CPU: Quad-core (2×2.15 GHz & 2×1.6 GHz)
  • GPU: Adreno 530 GPU
  • RAM: 4GB RAM
  • Storage: 64GB internal storage, Expandable up to 256GB
  • Rear Camera: 19MP with f/2.0, EIS, Predictive Phase Detection and Laser Auto Focus, LED Flash
  • Front Camera: 13 MP, f/2.0
  • Sensors: Fingerprint, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass, color spectrum
  • Battery: Non-removable Li-Ion 2900 mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0
  • Price: Rs. 55,000

Sony Xperia XZ

sony Xperia xz

  • Dimension: 146 x 72 x 8.1 mm; Weight: 161 g
  • Display: 5.2 inches Triluminous IPS LCD with Corning Gorilla Glass 4
  • Resolution: Full-HD (1080 x 1920 pixels)
  • OS: Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 820
  • CPU: Quad-core (2×2.15 GHz & 2×1.6 GHz)
  • GPU: Adreno 530 GPU
  • RAM: 3GB RAM
  • Storage: 64GB internal storage, Expandable up to 256GB
  • Rear Camera: 23 MP, f/2.0, 24mm, Phase Detection and Laser Autofocus, LED Flash
  • Front Camera: 13 MP
  • Sensors: Fingerprint, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass, color spectrum
  • Battery: Non-removable Li-Ion 2900 mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0
  • Price: Rs. 52,500

Sony Xperia XA2 Ultra

sony xperia xa2 ultra price nepal

  • Dimension: 163 x 80 x 9.5 mm; Weight: 221 g
  • Display: 6.0 inches IPS LCD with Corning Gorilla Glass 4
  • Resolution: Full-HD (1080 x 1920 pixels)
  • OS: Android 8.0 (Oreo)
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 630
  • CPU: Octa-core 2.2 GHz Cortex-A53
  • GPU: Adreno 508 GPU
  • RAM: 4GB RAM
  • Storage: 64GB internal storage, Expandable up to 256GB (SIM2 Slot)
  • Rear Camera: 23 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/2.3″, PDAF
  • Front Camera: 16MP (f/2.0, OIS) + 8MP (f/2.4)
  • Sensors: Fingerprint, Accelerometer, proximity, compass
  • Battery: 3,580mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0
  • PriceRs. 40,000

Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra

  • Dimension: 165 x 79 x 8.1 mm; Weight: 188 g
  • Display: 6.0 inches IPS LCD with Scratch-resistant Glass
  • Resolution: Full-HD (1080 x 1920 pixels)
  • OS: Android Nougat (7.0), planned upgrade to Android Oreo (8.0)
  • Chipset: MediaTek MT6757
  • CPU: Octa-core (4×2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4×1.6 GHz Cortex-A53)
  • GPU: Mali-T880 MP2
  • RAM: 4GB RAM
  • Storage: 64GB internal storage, Expandable up to 256GB
  • Rear Camera: 23 MP, f/2.0, 24mm, Phase Detection Autofocus and LED Flash
  • Front Camera: 16 MP, f/2.0, 1/2.6″ sensor size, OIS, autofocus, LED flash
  • Sensors: Fingerprint, Accelerometer, proximity, compass
  • Battery: 2700 mAh battery with Fast charging with Pump Express+ 2.0
  • Price: Rs. 40,500

Sony Xperia XA2

sony xperia xa2 ultra price nepal

  • Dimension: 142 x 70 x 9.7 mm; Weight: 171 g
  • Display: 5.2 inches IPS LCD with Gorilla Glass 4
  • Resolution: Full-HD (1080 x 1920 pixels)
  • OS: Android Oreo (8.0)
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 630
  • CPU: Octa-core 2.2 GHz Cortex-A53
  • GPU: Adreno 508 GPU
  • RAM: 3GB RAM
  • Storage: 32GB internal storage, Expandable up to 256GB
  • Rear Camera: 23MP rear camera with f/2.0 aperture, LED flash
  • Front Camera: 8MP front camera with f/2.4 aperture
  • Sensors: Fingerprint, Accelerometer, proximity, compass
  • Battery: 3,300 mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0
  • Price: Rs. 31,500

Sony Xperia X

  • Dimension: 142.7 x 69.4 x 9.7 mm; Weight: 153 g
  • Display: 5 inches Triluminos  IPS LCD
  • Resolution: Full-HD (1080 x 1920 pixels)
  • OS: Android Oreo (8.0)
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 650
  • RAM: 3GB RAM
  • Storage: 64GB internal storage, Expandable up to 200GB
  • Rear Camera: 23MP with Exmor RS sensor, 1/2.3″ sensor, f/2.0 lens, Predictive Hybrid AF, LED Flash
  • Front Camera: 13MP with 1/3” Exmor RS sensor, 22mm wide-angle f/2.0 lens
  • Sensors: Fingerprint, Accelerometer, proximity, compass
  • Battery: 2630mAh Battery with Qnovo’s Adaptive Charging technology
  • Price: Rs. 18,500

Sony Xperia XA1

  • Dimension: 145 x 67 x 8 mm; Weight: 143 g
  • Display: 5.2 inches IPS LCD with Scratch-resistant glass
  • Resolution: Full-HD (1080 x 1920 pixels)
  • OS: Android Nougat (7.0), planned upgrade to Android Oreo (8.0)
  • Chipset: MediaTek MT6757 Helio P20
  • CPU: Octa-core (4×2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4×1.6 GHz Cortex-A53)
  • GPU: Mali T880-MP2
  • RAM: 3GB RAM
  • Storage: 32GB internal storage, Expandable up to 256GB
  • Rear Camera: 23MP rear camera with Exmor RS sensor, 1/2.3″ sensor, f/2.0 lens, Predictive Hybrid AF
  • Front Camera: 8MP front-facing camera with 1/4” sensor size, f/2.0 lens
  • Sensors: Fingerprint, Accelerometer, proximity, compass
  • Battery: 2,300 mAh battery
  • Price: Rs. 14,000

Sony Xperia XA Ultra

Sony xperia XA Ultra

  • Dimension: 164 x 79 x 8.4 mm; Weight: 202 g
  • Display: 6.0 inches IPS LCD
  • Resolution: Full-HD (1080 x 1920 pixels)
  • OS: Android Marshmallow 6.0
  • Chipset: MediaTek Helio P10
  • GPU: Mali T860MP2
  • RAM: 3GB RAM
  • Storage: 16GB internal storage, Expandable up to 200GB
  • Rear Camera: 21.5MP Primary Camera with LED flash
  • Front Camera: 16MP front-facing camera with LED flash
  • Sensors: Fingerprint, Accelerometer, proximity, compass
  • Battery: 2,700 mAh battery
  • Price: Rs. 14,500

Sony Xperia L2

sony xperia l2 nepal

  • Dimension: 150 x 78 x 9.8 mm; Weight: 178 g
  • Display: 5.5 inches IPS LCD with corning gorilla glass 4 protection
  • Resolution: HD (1280 x 720 pixels)
  • OS: Android Nougat 7.1.1
  • Chipset: MediaTek MT6737T
  • CPU: Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
  • GPU: Mali T860MP2
  • RAM: 3GB RAM
  • Storage: 32GB internal storage, Expandable up to 200GB
  • Rear Camera: 13 MP with f/2.0 aperture, LED flash
  • Front Camera: 8 MP front-facing camera, f/2.4 aperture
  • Sensors: Fingerprint, Accelerometer, proximity, compass
  • Battery: 2,700 mAh battery
  • Price: Rs. 14,500

Sony Xperia L1

Sony Xperia L1

  • Dimension: 151 x 74 x 8.7 mm; Weight: 180 g
  • Display: 5.5 inches IPS LCD with corning gorilla glass 4 protection
  • Resolution: HD (1280 x 720 pixels)
  • OS: Android Marshmallow 6.0
  • Chipset: MediaTek MT6737T
  • CPU: Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
  • GPU: Mali T860MP2
  • RAM: 3GB RAM
  • Storage: 32GB internal storage, Expandable up to 200GB
  • Rear Camera: 13MP with f/2.2 aperture, LED Flash
  • Front Camera: 5 MP, f/2.2 aperture
  • Sensors: Fingerprint, Accelerometer, proximity, compass
  • Battery: 2620 mAh battery
  • Price: Rs. 12,000

Sony Xperia XA

Sony Xperia XA

  • Dimension: 143.6 x 66.8 x 7.9mm; Weight: 137.4 g
  • Display: 5.0 inches IPS LCD with corning gorilla glass 4 protection
  • Resolution: HD (1280 x 720 pixels)
  • OS: Android Marshmallow 6.0
  • Chipset: MediaTek Helio P10 processor
  • GPU: Mali T860MP2
  • RAM: 2GB RAM
  • Storage: 16GB internal storage, Expandable up to 200GB
  • Rear Camera: 13MP with 1/3” IMX258 Exmor RS sensor, LED Flash
  • Front Camera: 8MP with Sony IMX219 Exmor R sensor, 88-degree wide-angle lens
  • Sensors: Fingerprint, Accelerometer, proximity, compass
  • Battery: 2300 mAh battery with Qnovo’s Adaptive Charging technology
  • Price: Rs. 17,000

Sony Xperia Mobile Price in Nepal (Summary)

Sony Xperia Models Price in Nepal
Sony Xperia XZ Premium Rs. 80,500
Sony Xperia XZs Rs. 55,000
Sony Xperia XZ Rs. 52,500
Sony Xperia XA2 Ultra Rs. 40,000
Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra Rs. 40,500
Sony Xperia XA2 Rs. 31,500
Sony Xperia X Rs. 24,000
Sony Xperia XA1 Rs. 20,000
Sony Xperia XA Ultra Rs. 20,000
Sony Xperia L2 Rs. 21,000
Sony Xperia L1 Rs. 12,000
Sony Xperia XA Rs. 17,000

Where to Buy Sony Xperia Mobile in Nepal?

If are planning to have one of the aforementioned Sony Xperia Smartphone then you can visit the Sony showrooms. You can find Sony showrooms in Kantipath, Labim Mall (Second Floor) or in Jawalakhel or you can contact any one of the contact information provided below.

Head Office:
Bakhundole, Lalitpur: 01-5550705

SONY Center:
Kantipath: 01-4250305
Jawalakhel: 01-5526300
New Road 01-4243793
Durbar Marg – N/A
Mail: [email protected]

Sony Service Centre:

Address: Siddhi Bhawan, Kantipath
Contact: 4259289

Samsung Galaxy M10 and M20 prices leaked: Budget Category

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With the Samsung Galaxy M10 and M20 in the works and many of specs leaking about, it is evident that they’re coming. These two phones are actually set to be unveiled on January 28 in India as an Amazon exclusive. The phones will also make their way, here, but of course, they will probably be sold offline here. But no matter what, these new Samsung entrants in the budget category is interesting.

Mostly, because the M-series is going to replace the existing or soon-to-be-extinct Galaxy J, Galaxy C and Galaxy On series. All of those three smartphone segments combined into one will not only simplify the phone naming convention. And also, should also rectify the mistakes seen in them.

Nevertheless, we now have new rumors from the closest of Samsung’s pricing sources about the price of these two phones. And earlier, there were speculations that the Galaxy M10 would cost below $150, which is now confirmed by these price leaks. As suggested, the Galaxy M10 will cost about $125, give or take a few dollars; whereas the Galaxy M20 will be a bit more expensive. The Galaxy M20 will cost around $180. The source of these leaks confirms the Indian pricing for these phones as well, which is very close to these numbers.

samsung galaxy m10 specs

In India, the Galaxy M10 will cost INR. 8,990 and the Galaxy M20 will cost INR. 12,990. For the price, the phones are quite justified it seems. Because this is Samsung’s strategy to make its presence more prominent in the budget segment. As for the Nepali market, phones generally tend to be expensive here due to these reasons. But even so, the Galaxy M10 will be priced below Rs.20000 here. We cannot be sure about the Galaxy M20, however.

galaxy m20

Galaxy M10 will feature a 6.2″ HD+ Infinity-V display (Samsung’s fancy way of saying tear-drop notch), dual cameras at the back comprising 13 + 5 MP sensors, Exynos 7872 chip, 2 or 3 GB RAM variants and a 3400 mAh battery. The Galaxy M20 will have a slightly larger 6.3″ FHD+ Infinity-V display. It will have a similar camera setup at the back with the front camera being 8 MP. The SoC will be Exynos 7885, will have 3 GB RAM, and a large 5000 mAh battery. It will come in 32 / 64 GB storage variants.

So, what do you think of these upcoming Samsung budget phones? Did they get it right this time, or are there much better options out there? Do let us know.