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Sony Alpha A6400 unveiled: Real-Time Eye AF and Tracking, World’s Fastest AF

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Sony Alpha A6400 unveiled: Real-Time Eye AF and Tracking, World’s Fastest AF

Sony is making a revolution in the camera world with its mirrorless cameras. The Japanese tech giant has already astounded many with the features packed in its cameras. And it does not seem to stop any time soon. Sony recently unveiled the Sony Alpha A6400 mirrorless camera with an impressive list of features and specs. Despite being a mid-range device, the camera features real-time eye autofocus, real-time tracking, and the world’s fastest autofocus. But what more does the camera offers? Let’s find out here.

Sony Alpha a6400 Overview

As the name suggests, the Sony Alpha A6400 is not the direct successor the fan-loved A6500. The mirrorless camera is here to replace the popular A6300 with a plentiful of amazing features.

The camera is provided with a latest and powerful Bionz X processor, which is also present in Sony’s top-of-the-line Alpha A9 and the fan-loved Alpha A7 III & A7R III devices. So the image processing here will be 1.8x times faster than that on the A6300. That’s not all, Sony also claims to have improved the color accuracy. Not just the image processing, the autofocus on this device is also equally snappy. The Sony Alpha A6400 flaunts an autofocus speed of 0.02 seconds, which is the fastest autofocus in the world in today’s date.

Furthermore, Sony has also introduced Real-Time Eye AF with AI-based subject recognition, which is the first time on any Sony devices. With this new autofocus technology, the A6400 promises to deliver even more accurate and faster autofocusing than the previous generation of its Eye AF system. Moreover, Sony has now increased the versatility of the device with the inclusion of priority mode to set autofocusing on left or on the right eye. For best better autofocusing, Sony has also incorporated 425 PDAF and 425 CDAF point, which makes 84% coverage on the image area.

“In all autofocus modes, the camera now automatically detects the eyes of the subject and activates Eye AF with a half press of the shutter button, and when in AF-C or AF-A mode, the preferred eye (left or right) of your subject can be selected as the focus point,” Sony says. “Choices include Auto / Right Eye / Left Eye, and a Switch Right / Left Eye function is able to be assigned to a custom function as well.”

Talking about the sensor, the camera features a 24MP Sony Exmor Sensor. And like all of the Sony Alpha A6000 series devices, the sensor on the A6400 is also an APS-C one. So you should also consider the crop factor while looking for the camera lenses.

On the display front, the Sony A6400 comes with a 3-inch TFT display. The display here is an articulating one, you can capture selfies as well. The tilting display (180-degrees) here is also expected to lure the videographers and vloggers.

For video, the a6400 can shoot internal UHD 4K with full pixel readout and no pixel binning. The camera collects “about 2.4x the amount of data required for 4K movies, and then oversamples it to produce high-quality 4K footage with exceptional detail and depth,” Sony says. 1080p Full HD can be shot at 120fps and up to 100Mbps.

Despite being a midrange device, the camera is capable of recording 4K movies as well. However, the 4K videos can be recorded only on 30fps. But on scaling the resolution down to Full-HD, users can record videos up to 120fps. So you can capture Full-HD slo-mo videos on 4x @ 30fps and 5x @ 24fps as well.

Also Read: Sony Cameras Price in Nepal

Sony Alpha a6400 Specifications:

  • Camera Weight: 453 grams
  • Image Sensor: 23.5 x 15.6 mm, 24.2MP, Exmor CMOS, APS-C
  • Pixel Size (Approx.): 3.92 microns
  • Image processor: Bionz X
  • Screen: 3-inch TFT, 921,600 dots, Touch Screen, Flip-up touchscreen
  • Viewfinder: Electronic, 100% coverage, 2,359,296  dots
  • Stabilization: No built-in stabilization
  • AF System: 425 CDAF + 425 PDAF points; 84% of image area; 0.02 seconds of AF acquisition
  • ISO Range: 100-32000
  • Shutter Speed: 1/4000 – 30 seconds
  • Continuous Shoot: 11 frames/sec; 8 frames/sec (silent shooting with AF?AE tracking)
  • Video Resolution: 3840 x 2160 pixels, 1920 x 1080 pixels, 1280 x 720 pixels
  • Video Frame Rate: 3840 x 2160 pixels (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 pixels (120p, 100p, 60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p)
  • Built-in flash: Yes; External Flash support: Yes
  • Compatible Lenses: Sony AP-S, Sony AP-C, Sony MF lenses
  • Environmental Shielding: Yes
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, Type C Mini HDMI Connector, Micro USB 2.0, 3.5mm Headphone Jack
  • Battery Type: Li-ion, Rechargeable
  • Battery Life (Approx.): 410 shots
  • Price – $899 (Body Only)

Sony Alpha A6400 Price and Availability in Nepal

Soon after the launch the device in the international market, we had a conversation with an official of the Nepa Hima Trade Link (authorized distributor of Sony products in Nepal). And on asking about the potential launch of the device, he said that the device will launch in Nepal in April of 2019.

We also had a brief discussion regarding its probable price in Nepal. He explicitly disclosed the price to be some 5 to 10 thousand more after the direct international translation. So considering the fluctuations in dollar rates, we can expect the device to cost somewhere around Rs. 1, 00,000 to Rs. 1, 20,000 when it hits the Nepali market. So are you guys excited for the Sony Alpha A6400? Please let us know in the comment section.

Best Budget Camera Smartphones in Nepal

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Best Budget Camera Smartphones in Nepal

The craze for camera smartphones is increasing day by day. Having a good camera smartphone is a matter of pride these days. Our life has been dependent so much on cameras these days. Taking photos instead of scanning printed documents, translating documents, taking photos in order to report suspicious person or activity, to compare price in the market or confirming the item of your search, the list goes on. Also taking photos and posting in the social media is still trending. Having a good camera smartphone helps us do such things with ease. With a view to saving your time, we have narrowed down a list of best budget camera smartphones in Nepal.

Xiaomi Redmi S2

The Redmi S2 has recently received a price drop in Nepal and at the new price, the smartphone is an absolute bargain if you are looking for a good budget camera smartphone.

When it comes to the megapixel count, the setup looks similar to that on the Redmi Note 5 AI with 12MP main camera backed by 5MP depth sensor. However, the hardware setup is different. The aperture here is slightly narrower at f/2.2 and the pixel size is slightly smaller (1.25μm). Nonetheless, the images captured from the phone looks amazingly great. And since there is a capable Snapdragon 625 chipset on the board, the image processing is also snappy here. The camera on the smartphone is also EIS-enabled. So the videos recorded from the phone remain free from shakes and vibration. So you can perform handheld video shootings as well.

xiaomi redmi s2 display

On the selfie front, the smartphone truly shines. The Redmi S2 comes with an AI-powered 16MP front snapper. The selfie shooter captures some awe-inspiring images with an appreciable sharpness. And since the selfie shooter is Artificially Intelligent, removing the facial blemishes and acne on the real-time is also possible.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 AI

When it comes to the budget camera smartphones, the Redmi Note 5 AI is one of the capable performers, which doesn’t put a hole in your pocket (I am talking about the 3/32GB variant here).

The smartphone boasts a dual camera setup at the back accompanied by Dual-LED flash. The primary camera features a 12MP sensor, which is relatively large with 1/2.55 inch of size. The pixel size of 1.4µm is equally impressive here as a larger pixel summons a substantial amount of light and the captured images also pack abundant details. The second camera here possesses a typical depth sensor, which garners depth information of the subject while capturing the portrait images. And with both cameras in action, the smartphone is capable of taking some amazing portrait images.

When it comes to the videos, the smartphone truly shines. The smartphone features EIS (Electronic Image Stabilization) due to which the captured images remain free from shakes and vibration which is usually the case while capturing videos with a free hand.

Taking about the selfie camera, there’s a 13MP camera. The front snapper is not just rich in megapixel counts but also gathers abundant facial details into the images. And despite the absence of dual selfie camera, the handset is capable of capturing portrait selfies as well.

Samsung Galaxy J7 Duo

The J7 series of smartphones is one of the most popular series in Samsung’s lineup. And on 2018, Samsung crowned its popular smartphone series with a fancy dual camera setup at the back. And with this setup, the smartphone looks really compelling, especially in the camera front.

Going by the specs, the Galaxy J7 Duo embraces a camera duo at the back. The camera pair is a combination of 13MP and 5MP sensors, both of them are fitted with a lens of f/1.9 aperture. So with a large aperture on the board, the lens allows greater amount of light to strike into the sensor. So the captured images look really bright and lively.

And with the twin camera on the board, the rear camera is capable of capturing portrait images as well. Despite the presence of dual camera, even the selfie shooter here captures some astounding portrait images. As far as selfie shooter is concerned, the 8MP snapper on the front gets the job done. The front shooter is also accompanied by an LED flash. So even in the low light settings, the Galaxy J7 Duo gets you all covered.

Sony Xperia X

The Sony Xperia X was priced at Rs. 32,500 when it was launched. Now the handset is on the shelf of Daraz at 43% discounted rate. And hence, the smartphone made it to our list of best budget camera smartphones.

sony xperia x price nepal

Going by the specs, the smartphone comes with a 23MP shooter on the back. When all the smartphones on our list are boasting a dual camera setup at the back, the Sony Xperia X lacks that feature. Despite the absence of the secondary rear camera, the handset captures amazing images. And with the 23MP camera on the board, you’ll get high-res images, which are abundantly rich when it comes to the details.

Talking about the selfie camera, there is a 13MP selfie shooter with a wide f/2.0  aperture. The sensor is also large in size with a sensor size of 1/3″, so the captured images will look really sharp with substantial facial details.

Lava R5

Lava smartphones may not be that well known in the Nepali market. But when it comes to the cameras, they have always strived to offer more. And Lava R5 is one of such smartphones, which promises to cater more in the camera department.

lava r5 price nepal

When it comes to the rear cameras, the Lava R5 is another smartphone on our list with two cameras at the back. The camera pair consists of a 13MP primary sensor coupled with a 5MP secondary or the depth sensor. With both cameras triggered, the Lava R5 captures some captivating portrait images.

On inspecting the front side of the phone, you will be greeted with a 13MP selfie shooter. Unlike most of the budget camera smartphones out there, the Lava R5 embraces the sensor with a large pixel size of 2.0μm. So with the large pixel size, the pixel garners plentiful of light. Also, the captured selfies pack lavish amount of facial details. Furthermore, the handset is capable of capturing portrait selfies as well.

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Deal Alert: Four Xiaomi smartphones received price drop in Nepal

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Deal Alert: Four Xiaomi smartphones received price drop in Nepal

The Redmi S2 has recently received a price drop in Nepal. Well, the Redmi S2 no longer remains the sole handset in Xiaomi’s lineup to receive the price cut. Xiaomi further slashed the price of four other smartphones. And looking at the new prices, the smartphones look really irresistible.

Also Read: Xiaomi Mobiles Price in Nepal

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 AI

The Redmi Note 5 AI was one of the best performing midrange smartphones of 2018. The handset proved itself really praiseworthy in a number of aspects in its price segment. And even in today’s date, the smartphone looks absolutely compelling. Now with the recent price drop, the smartphone has been one of the unrivaled midrange smartphones in the market to offer the best value for money.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 AI Specifications:

  • Display: 5.99-inch IPS display with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 Protection
  • Resolution: Full-HD+ (1080 x 2160 pixels)
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636
  • CPU: 1.8 GHz Octa-core
  • OS & UI: Android Oreo 8.0 with MIUI 9.0 on the top
  • RAM: 3/4GB
  • Storage: 32/64GB, up to 128GB expandable storage (uses SIM 2)
  • Rear Camera: 5MP + 12MP, LED flash
  • Front Camera:13MP with f/2.0 with LED flash
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, proximity, gyro, IR blaster, Fingerprint
  • Battery: 4,000mAh
  • Price (4GB/64GB): 27,499 26,499
  • Price (3GB/32GB): 23,499 21,999

Xiaomi MI A2 Lite

It is really hard to find a budget phone with the stock Android. But in that rare list of such phones, Xiaomi MI A2 Lite places itself in quite an appreciable position.

The handset boasts a capable Snapdragon 625 chipset with 3/4GB of RAM. On the memory front, you will get either 32GB or 64GB of onboard storage. However, Xiaomi has announced the price drop only for its 3/32GB variant. Since you have an SD card slot to expand the internal storage further, there is nothing to worry about.

The smartphone also boasts a tall and sharp 5.84-inch display with Full-HD+ resolution. So the content will look really sharp. The smartphone also flaunts a massive 4000mAh battery to provide a prolonged backup.

xiaomi mi a2 lite display

Xiaomi MI A2 Lite Specifications:

  • Display: 5.84-inch IPS display
  • Resolution: Full-HD+ (2280×1080 pixels)
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 625
  • CPU: Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
  • RAM: 3GB/4GB
  • Storage: 32GB/64GB; Expandable up to 256GB via SD card (dedicated slot)
  • OS: Android 8.1 (Oreo) Android One
  • Rear Camera: Dual camera –(12 MP, f/2.2, 1.25 μm, PDAF) + (5 MP, f/2.2, 1.12 μm, depth sensor), LED flash
  • Front Camera: 5MP, f/2.0
  • Sensors: Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
  • Battery: 4000mAh
  • Price (3/32GB): Rs. 20,999 19,999

Xiaomi Redmi 6

Budget phones and a good processor, it is a rare story. Well, the Xiaomi Redmi 6 is an exception here. The smartphone comes with a capable MediaTek Helio P22 chipset paired with 3GB of RAM. With this setup, the smartphone can outperform almost all the smartphones available at a similar price.

Moreover, the smartphone comes with a dual camera setup at the back. And with the dual cameras in action, users can capture portrait images as well. The smartphone also has Face Unlock and a fingerprint sensor. So even on the security front, you are all covered.

Xiaomi Redmi 6 Specifications:

  • Display: 5.45″ IPS LCD display
  • Resolution: HD+ (720 x 1440 pixels)
  • Chipset: MediaTek Helio P22
  • CPU: 2.0 GHz Octa-core
  • RAM: 3 GB
  • Storage: 32 GB / 64 GB (expandable up to 256 GB via micro SD)
  • Rear Camera: 12 MP lens with PDAF, f/2.2 aperture + 5 MP depth sensor
  • Front Camera: 5 MP
  • OS & UI: Android Oreo 8.1 with MIUI 9
  • Battery: 3000 mAh
  • Sensors: Fingerprint, Accelerometer, Gyro, proximity, compass
  • Price (3/32 GB): 16,499 15,499

Xiaomi Redmi 6A

The Redmi 6A is an affordable version of the Redmi 6. However, there are also a fair number of compromises on the device. The presence of the less powerful Helio A22 chipset, absence of dual camera setup, and the absence of the fingerprint sensor is definitely disappointing. But considering the price, you couldn’t ask for more.

xiaomi redmi 6a display

Xiaomi Redmi 6A specifications:

  • Display: 5.45″ IPS LCD display
  • Resolution: HD+ (720 x 1440)
  • Chipset: MediaTek Helio A22
  • CPU: 2.0 GHz Quad-core
  • OS & UI: Android Oreo 8.1 with MIUI 9
  • RAM: 2 GB
  • Storage: 16 GB (expandable up to 256 GB via microSD)
  • Rear Camera: 13 MP lens with PDAF, f/2.2 aperture
  • Front Camera: 5 MP with f/2.2 aperture
  • Battery: 3000 mAh
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, proximity, IR blaster
  • Price: Rs. 12,999 11,999

Samsung Galaxy S10 trio will feature LPDDR5 RAM, but what does it mean?

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Samsung Galaxy S10 trio will feature LPDDR5 RAM, but what does it mean?

Last year, Samsung showed us the world’s first LPDDR5 memory chips for the next generation of flagship smartphones. Naturally, we’d expect the new Galaxy S10 devices to come with this new memory technology. But what does LPDDR5 actually mean? More so, for us, laymen?

For starters, they are supposed to be as much as 10% more power efficient compared to LPDDR4X chips. So, in theory, they should help in attaining better battery life for your next smartphone. Also, the new technology is about 1.5x faster than it’s predecessor, claiming data transfer speeds of up to 6400 MBPS, which results in an overall faster performance.

So, the LPDDR5 memory, if it makes its way to your next smartphone, will make it faster while consuming less battery. But we hear about better performance and power effeciency year after year on different platforms – be it RAMs, processors and the likes… So, what else do we get?

AI-powered applications

Samsung, the company that introduced and is currently manufacturing these high bandwidth chips have plans for it, obviously. The first is the improvement in AI-powered applications. And AI is this sea of crunching numbers after numbers, which requires a lot of power. Faster RAM equals faster performance equals faster response, right? With the whole industry moving towards AI, this seems evident.

5G connectivity

Samsung also says the faster LPDDR5 memory will help with 5G connectivity. We already know one of the three devices from the S10 lineup will feature 5G connectivity, which should benefit from this new technology (LPDDR5). While the Snapdragon 855 chip will need another modem to support 5G, the LPDDR5 RAM should help in reducing the latency between the chip and the modem and other technical things that go inside smartphones. Off-topic: A few rumors suggest the new 5G Samsung phone will stay exclusive to Verizon network for the first few months.

Conclusion

So, to conclude, the LPDDR5 chips are faster, consumes less power and helps with AI-powered applications & 5G enabled smartphones. Should the new memory standards make its way to your next Samsung flagship, be sure to check for these improvements and get back to us.

OFFICIAL: Huawei Watch GT Launched in Nepal

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OFFICIAL: Huawei Watch GT Launched in Nepal

Huawei’s mostly known for its range of smartphones, but it does have a few smartwatches too. The latest addition is the Huawei Watch GT, which has already launched and available in purchase in other parts of the world. And now, the Huawei Watch GT has made its way to Nepal.

The Huawei Watch GT is a more fitness-focused watch rather than your full-fledged smartwatch like the Samsung Galaxy Watch. But it also lets you do quite a lot of things as well. There are two models to choose from – a Huawei Watch GT Classic and a Sports version. But the Classic variant is very hard to come across. So, just like in the international markets, the one coming to Nepal might be the Sports version.

huawei watch gt price nepal

The watch is pretty big, measuring 46.5 mm and there’s only that one option available. But it also has a big 1.39″ AMOLED screen, which is pretty bright and visible around daylights. And packs a resolution of 454 x 454 pixels that should be more than adequate for a smartwatch. There are two buttons on the side for navigation, but you’ll have to interact with the touchscreen for the most part.

Inside, you have a 16 MB RAM and 128 MB storage. Which clarifies the fact that you can’t do a lot of things on it, like on Galaxy Watches. It is mostly fitness centered with its central app being called Workouts which includes varieties of workouts like Running, Walking, Swimming, Climbing and stuff – with both indoors and outdoors options. But alongside it, there are your regular smartwatch functions like compass, alarm, flashlight, phone finder, etc.

In addition, this time, Huawei went with their own software, Light OS for this smartwatch. And the OS gives you only limited options. There are no 3rd party app support or Play Store apps like on the ones with Google’s Wear OS. However, the most impressive thing about this watch is its battery life. It packs a large 420 mAh battery, and Huawei claims it lasts close to a month on a single charge. Considering it doesn’t do much, it is believable too.

Huawei Watch GT Price in Nepal

This watch costs about $230 internationally, but there are a lot of discounted prices going around. And in Nepal too, the price has been set very competitively at Rs. 19,990.

Deal Alert: Xiaomi Redmi S2 on the shelf of SastoDeal now at a compelling price

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Deal Alert: Xiaomi Redmi S2 on the shelf of SastoDeal now at a compelling price

Under the price of Rs. 25,000, we have never forgotten to include Xiaomi Redmi S2 on our list. The smartphone is one of the best value-for-money devices for the price. Now the device is on the shelf on SastoDeal at a price cheaper than what we usually see on the market. And for the new price, the device looks absolutely compelling.

Xiaomi Redmi S2 Overview

The major highlight of the phone is its cameras. The Redmi S2 features a dual camera setup at the back, which incorporates 12MP and 5MP sensors. The secondary one here is a depth sensor, which garners depth information while capturing the portrait images. And since there is a dedicated camera for the depth info, you will get amazing portrait images with natural-like blurs on the background. The smartphone is also equally intriguing when it comes to the videos. It can capture Full-HD videos at 30fps at max. But the best part here is the presence of Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS), which is a rare feature for its price. The EIS on the device suppresses shakes and vibrations in the videos so that the movies recorded from the device looks quite stable.

xiaomi redmi s2 camera

Even on the selfie front, you will get a decent shooter out there. The 16MP snapper on the front does really a good job. There is also a dedicated LED flash on the front. So even in the low light settings, you don’t have to worry about taking selfies.

Talking about the performance, the handset comes with a capable Snapdragon 625 chipset paired with 4GB of RAM. On the storage side of things, you will get 64GB of onboard storage with a dedicated SD card slot to expand things further. There is a 3GB/32GB variant available in the market. But since there is no any sort of offer on it, I would like to skip it here.

With the SD625 & 4GB RAM combo, all the lights apps and games run at an absolute fluidity. Even while playing some high-end games, you will only notice minor lags and stutter. So considering the price, Redmi S2 is surely one of the best performers out there. And if you are a gamer, the smartphone won’t disappoint.

Talking about the display, the handset embraces a tall 6-inch display in an 18:9 aspect ratio. And good things here is, there is no any sort of notch or cutouts on the display. So the display on this device looks all clean and appealing. The display on the handset features HD+ resolution, which is a usual case for a typical budget-oriented smartphone.

xiaomi redmi s2 design

Xiaomi has also been generous on providing the necessary sensors on the device. The Redmi S2 comes with all the primary sensors like fingerprint, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, and compass. And when it comes to the battery, a 3080mAh non-removable battery keeps the device running. Since there is an efficient processor and an HD display, which consumes less power, the battery on the devices promises a prolonged backup.

Also Read: Xiaomi Mobiles Price in Nepal

Xiaomi Redmi S2 Specifications:

  • Display: 5.99 inches IPS LCD
  • Resolution: HD+ (720 x 1440 pixels) @ 18:9 aspect ratio
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 625
  • CPU: Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
  • RAM: 3/4GB
  • Storage: 32/64 GB; Expandable up to 256GB with micro SD card (Dedicated Slot)
  • OS & UI: Android Oreo (v8.1) with MIUI 9.5 on the top
  • Rear Camera: 12MP (f/2.2, 1.25μm, PDAF) + 5MP, gyro-EIS, phase detection autofocus, LED flash
  • Front Camera: 16MP (2.0µm), LED flash
  • Sensors: Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
  • Battery: Non-removable Li-Po 3080 mAh battery with fast charging support (5V/2A)
  • Market Price: Rs. 23,499 (4GB/64GB)
  • SastoDeal Price: Rs. 20,999 (4GB/64GB)

 

Oppo to announce a 10x hybrid optical zoom technology on January 16

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Oppo to announce a 10x hybrid optical zoom technology on January 16

Oppo is investing a lot of money in RnD and has extensively focused on innovation. About two years ago, the company announced the world’s first 5x optical zoom camera for a smartphone. While we are yet to see a market-ready smartphone with that feature, they seem ready to announce a camera with 10x optical zoom.

The media invite shows the event will take place in Beijing, China on January 16. A quick translation of the image below reads “Ten for see OPPO 2019 Future Technology Communication Conference, January 16th, China Beijing”. This only further cements our speculations about what upcoming event will deliver.

OPPO 10X Optical zoom

We currently don’t have any information regarding how this zoom technology will exactly work. Currently, its 5X zoom technology works with a 90-degree prism directing the light to a vertically positioned camera sensor from a 5P lens. In addition, an OIS unit is installed at the end, which meant stabilization should work even at full zoom.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S10 launch date, price, rumors and more

According to recent rumors, the upcoming Oppo R19, and R19 pro will come equipped with this new technology. Furthermore, both phones will feature triple camera setup and will come powered by a Snapdragon 670 SoC. Sadly, rest of the specs about the upcoming flagship duo remain unknown.

In other news, OPPO mobiles have made its way to the UK. A tweet from their fresh new twitter handle for the country reads: “UK, OPPO mobile has landed!”. Buyers in the United Kingdom should expect the OPPO RX17 Pro and the OPPO Find X to reach their stores very soon.

Finally, we can expect a smartphone, probably the R19 and R19 Pro to launch at MEC 2019. Hopefully, the flagship duo will come with the 10x optical zoom feature that we will see on January 16.

Xiaomi launches MIJIA photo printer: An affordable pocket-sized printer

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Xiaomi launches MIJIA photo printer: An affordable pocket-sized printer

We may know Xiaomi as the company that makes affordable smartphones, but Xiaomi actually has quite the range of products. From speakers to wireless table lamps, Xiaomi does it all. And so, along with the launch of the Redmi Note 7, Xiaomi also launched their new photo printer.

In the present world where photo albums exist in our phones only, we may not see the use for such photo printers. And even if you do want photos, photo printers are quite expensive. And of course, Xiaomi, being Xiaomi, had to launch a photo printer that is quite affordable for people to actually want to buy one.

Dubbed as the Xiaomi MIJIA Photo Printer, it costs CNY 500 or $73. Plus, the photo printer comes with a bundle of 40 photo paper and a ribbon which costs extra $8. For the price, what you are getting is a pretty sweet deal. The MIJIA Photo Printer can print out your photos in various formats, and in great quality.

xiaomi mijia photo printer

The printer which is compact enough to fit on your hands can print photos up to a maximum size of 6 inches. The resolution of the printer is 300 x 300 DPI (Dots Per Inch) and uses CMY-3 Color Sublimation printing technology. This means that it can give you a complete 256-level color scale presentation. In addition, sublimation technology is capable of giving you richer colors and wider color gamut coverage leading to better color reproduction in photos.

Also, the printer automatically coats the printed photos with a transparent protective film which gives it scratch and fingerprint resistance as well. The device comes with a MIJIA app support and WeChat app support but also supports computer wireless printing. And the device is fairly minimalistic, with the power button doubling as the print button as well.

For now, there is no word on when it will be available, both in China or in other markets. But this sure is an interesting piece of tech to look at.

CES 2019: Alcatel launched entry-level phones with some decent specs

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CES 2019: Alcatel launched entry-level phones with some decent specs

2018 was a crazy year for smartphones. Not only we saw some great and innovative smartphones, but we also saw non-Apple phones crossing the  $1000 barrier easily, like the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 and the Huawei Mate 20 Pro. But of course, not everyone wants to shell out the big bucks for smartphones or get the latest flagships. And so, Alcatel revealed two entry-level phones at CES 2019: Alcatel 1X and the Alcatel 1C.

Yes, Alcatel is among the underdogs of the smartphones. They only make entry level or budget phones, and even those are not in as much hype as ones like Huawei, Xiaomi or ZTE. But for those looking for a basic smartphone, these provide great value.

Alcatel 1X Overview

The Alcatel 1X is the better of the two smartphones. It is slimmer, has thin bezels around the screen and the 18:9 aspect ratio, which everyone seems to be after these days. With an anti-slip plastic back, the phone doesn’t have a smooth touch and feel. It is not really a good looking phone, but then again, this costs only $120!

alcatel 1x

And for that price, it features a 5.5″ display with HD resolution. It features dual cameras: a 13 MP primary sensor with a 2 MP depth sensor. For a budget phone to provide this is also something commendable. The front camera is a 5 MP shooter, and the phone is powered by a 1.5 GHz Quad-core MediaTek processor. It has 16 GB of onboard storage but is expandable up to 128 GB via microSD. The phone packs a 3000 mAh battery and runs on Android 8.1 Oreo.

Alcatel 1X Specifications:

  • Display: 5.5-inch screen, HD resolution (1440×720-pixels)
  • Rear Camera: Dual, 13 MP lens + 2 MP depth sensor
  • Front Camera: 5 MP front-facing camera
  • CPU: 1.5 GHz MediaTek quad-core processor
  • RAM: 2 GB
  • Storage:16GB onboard storage, expandable up to 128GB via microSD storage
  • Battery: 3,000-mAh
  • OS: Android 8.1 Oreo
  • Colors: Pebble blue, Pebble black
  • Price: $120

Alcatel 1C Overview

The Alcatel 1C is not an appealing phone by any means. It is comparatively thicker and heavier and has wide bezels as well. Also, it only packs a single camera at the back, which is kind of against today’s trends. Also, with a poor resolution of not even an HD, this is the strict definition of an entry-level phone.

alcatel 1c

It has a plastic back as well but has a criss-cross design for a fresh look. It has a 480p resolution, a single 5 MP camera at the back and a 2 MP front camera. This phone is powered by a 1.3 GHz Spreadtrum processor and has 1 GB RAM. Storage wise, it has 8 GB internal memory which is expandable up to 32 GB via microSD. The device has only 2000 mAh battery. But for all this, this phone costs only $70.

Alcatel 1C Specifications:

  • Display: 5.0″ screen, (960×480-pixels)
  • Rear Camera: 5 MP camera
  • Front Camera: 2 MP camera
  • CPU: 1.3 GHz Spreadtrum processor
  • RAM: 1 GB
  • Storage:8 GB on-board storage, expandable upto 32 GB via microSD storage
  • Battery: 2,000-mAh
  • OS: Android Go, 8.0 Oreo
  • Colors: Volcano Black, Enamel Blue
  • Price: $70

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New Dell XPS 15 coming with 4K OLED panel in March

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New Dell XPS 15 coming with 4K OLED panel in March

The Dell XPS 15 is the company’s flagship laptops. And when it comes to all-rounders, it is not wrong to say that only very few laptops provide you a great package such as the Dell XPS 15. The Dell XPS 15 packs up to 4K screens, greatest performance, good graphics, and sleek premium build all in one. And that is enough to take this series to a class of their own.

With 2019 beginning, the company is set to improve the Dell XPS 15 9570 lineups too. And for that, the series is getting a better screen. We might soon see New Dell XPS 15 coming with 4K OLED panel in March this year.

Dell XPS 15 4k oled display

Although the Dell XPS 15 has 4K screens already, they’re IPS LCD panels. And while they have great color accuracy throughout, OLED panels will make it better. The new Dell XPS 15 OLED panels will offer HDR, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage and 100,000:1 contrast ratio. For the record, DCI-P3 is a relatively newer standard of measuring color accuracy, and it is considered better than the NTSC Color Gamut Coverage. And there are very few displays that are capable of portraying the entire DCI-P3 color gamut.

This means that with such features, the Dell XPS 15 will become a better machine for digital content creators than it already is! In addition, with the OLED display, you get deeper blacks and better colors as well. Also, the inclusion of OLED panels can make the laptops slimmer, maybe by not much, but still… The new laptop coming soon could be the reason Dell is not really working to fix the BIOS issues of the current Dell XPS 9570.

Anyways, the new Dell XPS 15 with OLED panels will be coming out in March. There is no word on how they will deal with the higher power required by OLED panels on the laptops. Also, other configurations about the laptop are still in veil but we can expect similar configurations we have presently. What we only know so far, is that it is coming…soon.

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