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iPhone 17 to feature Samsung’s M14 OLED Panels

Apple
Rumor

Dip Khatiwada

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February 17, 2025

iPhone 17 to feature Samsung’s M14 OLED Panels

Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 series is making waves, and one of the most exciting updates is the inclusion of Samsung’s M14 OLED panels across the entire lineup, including the new iPhone 17 Air. This move marks a significant shift in Apple’s approach to display technology, as the M14 OLED was previously reserved for Pro models in the iPhone 16 series. Now, all iPhone 17 models are set to benefit from this advanced display. This article will discuss everything we know so far about the upcoming iPhone 17 series, particularly on the display front.

iPhone 17 Series Rumors

What Makes the M14 OLED Special?

The M14 OLED is Samsung’s most advanced display technology, offering 20-30% higher brightness compared to the previous M13 panel, which was used in the Galaxy S24 series. The M13+, which is used in the Galaxy S25 Ultra, offers improved features but is still not as advanced as the M14 OLED panel that Apple is adopting for the iPhone 17 lineup. Apple’s here looks serious enough to provide a premium display experience across all models, reducing the distinction between the standard and Pro versions.

Why the Galaxy S25 Won’t Feature the M14 OLED?

While Apple has embraced the M14 OLED for its iPhone 17 series, Samsung decided not to include the M14 OLED in the Galaxy S25 lineup. The decision comes down to cost considerations. The M14 panels are likely more expensive to produce compared to the M13 or M13+ panels, and by not using them in the Galaxy S25 series, Samsung can save on production costs.

But Samsung’s decision also ties into its broader strategy of not including the M14 OLED in the Galaxy S25. As Samsung can differentiate its products from Apple’s iPhone 17 series while still offering AI ProScaler technology to enhance the display experience. However, this technological workaround can’t fully compensate for the hardware gap left by the absence of the M14 OLED.

Implications for Apple and Samsung Display

For Apple fans, the adoption of the M14 OLED across the entire iPhone 17 lineup is excellent news. It means that even the standard models will feature brighter, more vibrant displays, narrowing the distinction between the regular and Pro variants. This shift signals Apple’s commitment to providing high-end display technology to a wider audience, making the iPhone 17 series an attractive option for those seeking premium displays without necessarily opting for the Pro models.

Meanwhile, it’s pretty evident that Samsung Display profits from supplying Apple with the higher-cost M14 panels, boosting its revenue.

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Samsung Galaxy S25 vs OnePlus 13

Xiaomi 16 Pro leak reveals display and launch details

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Xiaomi

Dip Khatiwada

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February 17, 2025

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Xiaomi 16 Pro leak reveals display and launch details

While Xiaomi is gearing up to launch the Xiaomi 15 series globally on March 2, leaks about the upcoming Xiaomi 16 Pro have already surfaced. The latest leaks gives us Display information regarding the upcoming flagship Xiaomi phone. This article will discuss everything we know so far about the upcoming Xiaomi 16 Pro.

Xiaomi 16 Pro Rumors Roundup

Display

According to tipster Digital Chat Station, the Xiaomi 16 Pro will feature a 6.85-inch LTPO OLED flat display with 2K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. Which is slightly bigger than what we received in Xiaomi 15 Pro. The tipster also mentioned that 2025 flagship smartphones, including the Oppo Find X9 series, will shift towards completely flat screens, moving away from curved-edge designs.

The display will also incorporate LIPO technology, meaning ultra-thin and uniform bezels, potentially even narrower than the iPhone 16 Pro (1.44mm side bezels, 1.41mm top/bottom). Xiaomi has historically maintained similar display sizes for its Pro and Ultra models, which suggests that the Xiaomi 16 Ultra could also feature a 6.85-inch flat screen.

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Performance

The upcoming Xiaomi 16 Pro will likely feature the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 Chipset. The phone could potentially feature a memory option starting at 16GB RAM and 512GB of storage.

Xiaomi 16 Pro Launch and Availability

The Xiaomi 16 Pro is rumored to debut in October 2025, powered by the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chipset. Meanwhile, the Xiaomi 16 Ultra may arrive in early 2026 with the same processor.

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Xiaomi 15

Khalti and IME Pay reportedly signed a merger agreement

Dip Khatiwada

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February 17, 2025

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Khalti and IME Pay reportedly signed a merger agreement

Khalti and IME Pay, two of Nepal’s leading digital wallets, have reportedly signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for their merger. While official confirmation is yet to be made, multiple sources suggest that the agreement was formalized yesterday. If true, this would mark a significant shift in Nepal’s fintech sector. In this article we will discuss more about the Khalti and IME Pay merger

Khalti and IME Pay Merger Rumors

New Entity Name and Leadership

The merged platform is expected to be named either IME Khalti or Khalti Pay, though no final decision has been announced. While reports indicate that the Board of Directors (BOD) and CEO have been finalized, financial structuring and share distribution details remain unclear.

Market Competition and Financial Standing

Nepal’s digital payment industry is currently dominated by eSewa, which holds an 80% market share. Khalti, with 4 million subscribers, primarily focuses on mobile payments, while IME Pay specializes in remittance services.

Despite IME Pay having a higher paid-up capital of Rs 300 million compared to Khalti’s Rs 50 million, Khalti is believed to have a larger market share. If the merger proceeds, it could strengthen their competitive position against eSewa.

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Regulatory Compliance

The rumored merger aligns with Nepal Rastra Bank’s (NRB) revised Transaction and Settlement Bylaw, 2077, which allows digital wallet consolidations. If confirmed, this would be the first merger under the new regulation.

Ownership and Stakeholders

Khalti was founded by Amit Agarwal, Dhruv Adhikari, Arvind Shah, and Manish Modi. In 2078 BS, Worldlink acquired a 40% stake in Khalti, boosting its market position. Until an official announcement is made, it remains uncertain whether Khalti and IME Pay will merge.

Oppo A3i Plus launched with a Snapdragon 695 and 5000mAh battery

Surakshya Acharya

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February 16, 2025

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Oppo A3i Plus launched with a Snapdragon 695 and 5000mAh battery

Oppo has expanded its A-series lineup with the announcement of the Oppo A3i Plus. This model appears to be a rebranded version of the Chinese Oppo A3. Let’s dive into the key specifications and features of the Oppo A3i Plus, along with its expected price in Nepal.

Oppo A3i Plus Overview

Looks like the company has copy-pasted the features of the Chinese Oppo A3 and given this phone a new name tag. The design, chipset, memory, camera, battery, and literally every other important specification on the phone is the same.

Design & Display

The Oppo A3i Plus offers a sleek and premium look with a monotone finish. The back of the phone features a circular camera module housing a quad-camera system. Furthermore, it comes in three color variants: Ink Black, Crystal Purple, and Pine Green.

On the front, the A3i Plus boasts a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2412 x 1080 pixels with a screen-to-body ratio of 93.7%. Additionally, the display supports a 120Hz refresh rate and its peak brightness reaches up to 1200 units. Furthermore, it maintains touch responsiveness even with wet or oily hands. In terms of durability, it comes with IP68/IP69 dust and water-resistant. The phone also features an In-display fingerprint sensor for security.

Performance & Battery

Under the hood, the Oppo A3i Plus is powered by the octa-core Snapdragon 695 (6nm) chipset, with two performance cores running at 2.2 GHz and six efficiency cores clocked at 1.7 GHz. Likewise, on the graphic side we get Adreno 619.

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In terms of memory, the A3i Plus offers a substantial 12GB of RAM, which can be virtually expanded by an additional 12GB along with a storage option of 256GB and 512GB. Additionally, the phone runs on Android 14, paired with ColorOS 14.

As for the battery, the Oppo A3i Plus houses a 5000mAh cell, which supports 45W Super Flash Charging. With this fast-charging feature, the device can be charged up to 50% in just 30 minutes. Oppo claims that the battery is designed to maintain its efficiency for over four years of use, even in extreme temperatures. Additionally, the phone features real-time temperature control during charging to maintain optimal performance.

Camera and Rest

The camera system on the Oppo A3i Plus is centered around a dual-camera setup. The main sensor is a 50MP primary camera, accompanied by a 2MP portrait lens. Moreover, the camera supports AI-enhanced portrait mode, night photography, and fast-capture technology, delivering high-quality images in various lighting conditions.

On the front, the phone houses an 8MP selfie camera, which is also optimized by Oppo’s AI-based software. The device leverages advanced software to enhance images, ensuring users capture clear and vibrant shots every time.

The Oppo A3i Plus brings several software improvements for a smoother user experience. It comes with a refined cloud-based UI that offers better fluidity and performance optimization. Additionally, the device includes advanced power management features that extend battery life and ensure efficient functioning.

Oppo A3i Plus Specifications

Design: Sleek, premium finish, circular camera module
Display: 6.7-inch AMOLED
Resolution: 2412 x 1080 pixels
Brightness: 1200 nits peak brightness
Protection: IP68/IP69 dust and water resistant
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 (6nm)
GPU: Adreno 619
RAM: 12GB (expandable virtually by 12GB)
ROM: 256GB / 512GB
Rear Camera: 50MP primary + 2MP portrait lens
Front Camera: 8MP
Battery: 5000mAh, 45W Super Flash Charging (50% in 30 minutes)
Security: In-display fingerprint sensor
Software: Android 14 with ColorOS 14
Colors: Ink Black, Crystal Purple, Pine Green

Oppo A3i Plus Price in Nepal & Availability

The Oppo A3i Plus is currently available in China at a starting price of CYN 1,299. So, when it arrives in Nepal, we can expect the price of the phone to be around NPR 27,000.

Oppo A3i Plus	Price in China (Official)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
12/256GB	CNY 1,299	NPR 27,000
12/512GB	CNY 1,499	32,000

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Lava Prowatch X launched in India with a built in GPS and 10 day battery life!

Surakshya Acharya

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February 16, 2025

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Lava Prowatch X launched in India with a built in GPS and 10 day battery life!

Lava has expanded its wearable collection with the launch of Lava Prowatch X, in collaboration with Techarc. This new smartwatch comes with features like an AMOLED screen and a 300 mAh battery. In this article, we’ll dive into the specifications of the Lava Prowatch X, along with its price in Nepal.

Lava Prowatch X Overview

Design and Build

The Lava Prowatch X delivers a premium look featuring a sleek aluminum alloy frame with a sandblasted and oxidized finish. The straps come in three different options: a stylish metal strap, a sleek silicone strap, or a rugged nylon one. But the dial color is limited to just one: a smoking Cosmic Grey!

Moving on, the display of Prowatch X offers a 1.43-inch always-on AMOLED screen with a resolution of 466 x 466 pixels and a brightness of 500 nits. For durability, it features Gorilla Glass 3 alongside an IP68 rating against dust and water.

Performance and Features

Under the hood, the Lava Prowatch X runs on the 128 MHz dual-core architecture ATS3085C chipset. The processor uses A MSTAR core as an application processor and a CEVA TL420 DSP core for audio handling.

Moreover, the watch features a 300 mAh battery capacity which can last between 8-10 days, with up to 17 hours of usage when GPS is enabled. For connectivity, it supports Bluetooth 5.3 and includes built-in GPS, making it compatible with both Android and iOS devices. Additionally, the Bluetooth calling functionality available in this watch allows you to make and receive calls directly from your watch, and it stores up to 10 contacts.

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The Prowatch X comes packed with health-monitoring features like SpO2 tracking, heart rate variability (HRV) monitoring, VO2 Max measurement, and Body Energy Monitoring. It is also the first smartwatch from India with the FIT 360° feature. Along with that, it offers over 110 sports modes and six structured running courses.

Additional features include an Air Quality Index tracker, device tracking, over 110 customizable watch faces, women’s health tracking, event reminders, and a Pomodoro timer.

Lava Prowatch X Specifications

Display: 1.43-inch always-on AMOLED, 466 x 466 pixels, 500 nits brightness
Protection: Gorilla Glass 3, IP68
Chipset: Actions ATS3085C
Battery: 300 mAh, 8-10 days of usage, up to 17 hours with GPS
Buttons: Physical buttons for navigation
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3, Built-in GPS, Bluetooth calling (stores 10 contacts)
Health Features: SpO2 tracking, Heart rate variability (HRV), VO2 Max, Sleep monitoring, Women’s health tracking
Sport Modes: Over 110 sport modes, Intelligent exercise recognition, 6 structured running courses
Other Features: Air Quality Index, Device tracking, Customizable watch faces, Pomodoro Timer, Event reminders
Color Options: Cosmic Grey

Lava Prowatch X Price in Nepal and Availability

The Lava Prowatch was launched in India for INR 4,499 with a two-year warranty. When it makes its way here, we can expect the price of Lava Prowatch X to be priced around NPR 7,500.

Smartwatch	Price in India (Official)	Price in Nepal
Lava Prowatch X	INR 4,499	NPR 7,500

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HP Victus 15 (2024) Price in Nepal [Updated]

HP
Victus

Aarohan Niraula

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February 16, 2025

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HP Victus 15 (2024) Price in Nepal [Updated]

HP Victus 15 has been a staple offering of budget gaming laptops. Now, the 2024 update of the laptop with a Ryzen 5 processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 graphics card has made its way here. In this article, we will be discussing the HP Victus 15 (2024) in further detail including its price in Nepal.

HP Victus 15 (2024) Overview

Design and Display

In terms of design, the HP Victus 15 (2024) carries over the design from the previous years. It comes with a long central hinge with little gaps near the edges. It has a large “V” branding on the lid and is available in Mica Silver colouring. In the global market, you also get Ceramic White and Performance Blue colour options.

For display, this laptop comes with a 15.6-inch unit that has an anti-glare finish. The panel on the HP Victus 15 (2024) is an IPS LCD with FHD resolution. You also get a smooth refresh rate of 144Hz and a peak brightness of 250 nits.

Meanwhile, check out all the specs and prices of HP Victus 15 laptops in Nepal

Performance

Like any other laptop, the HP Victus 15 (2024) is available in various configurations. However, the model that arrived in Nepal comes with AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS with six cores, 12 threads, and a clock speed of up to 5.0 GHz. In the meantime, the graphics are handled by NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 with 6GB GDDR6 VRAM.

In addition to the CPU and GPU combo, this machine packs 16GB DDR5-5600 RAM coupled with 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD. The HP Victus 15 (2024) is also available in higher memory and storage combinations in other markets. It can go up to 64GB RAM and 2TB SSD, hence, this model is likely upgradable to the same numbers.

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Battery and the rest

The power on this thing is delivered by a 70Wh battery and comes with a 200W AC charger in the box. It comes with a handful of ports including two USB Type-A, one USB Type-C, an SD Card reader, an HDMI, and a combo audio jack. Meanwhile, for wireless connectivity, you get WiFi 6 and Bluetooth v5.3 support.

HP Victus 15 (2024) Specifications

Design and Build: Monotone design with a long central hinge
Dimensions: 357.90 mm x 255.00 mm x 23.60 mm
Weight: 2.30 kg
Display: 15.6”, IPS LCD, micro-edge, 16:9, 250 nits high brightness, 144Hz refresh rate
Resolution: FHD (1,920 x 1,080)
Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050
RAM: 16GB DDR5-5600, dual-channel
Storage: 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD
Operating System: Windows 11
Webcam: HD @720p
Keyboard: Full-size with dedicated numpad, backlit, touchpad
Ports: 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (1x HP Sleep and Charge), 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1x HDMI, 1x Ethernet, 1x SD Card reader, 1x 3.5mm Headphone jack
Connectivity: WiFi 6 + Bluetooth v5.3
Battery: 70Wh with 200W Power Adapter
Colours: Mica Silver
Full Specs of HP Victus 15 (2024) here

HP Victus 15 (2024) Price in Nepal and Availability

The HP Victus 15 (2024) is available in Nepal at a price tag of NPR 112,000 for the Ryzen 5, RTX 4050 variant with 16GB of memory and a 512GB SSD. We are hoping other models also arrive soon enough!

HP Victus 15 (2024)	Price in Nepal
Ryzen 5 8645HS, RTX 4050, 8GB, 512GB, 15.6” FHD 144Hz	NPR 109,000
Ryzen 5 8645HS, RTX 4050, 16GB, 512GB, 15.6” FHD 144Hz	NPR 112,000

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ZTE Blade V70 Max launched with a 6,000 mAh battery!

Surakshya Acharya

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February 16, 2025

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ZTE Blade V70 Max launched with a 6,000 mAh battery!

Although ZTE is the world’s fourth-largest mobile phone manufacturer, we do not hear its name very frequently. Maybe it’s because the company does not advertise its devices like any other smartphone company. Well, the company recently introduced its new smartphone: the Blade V70 Max. In this article, we will discuss the ZTE Blade V70 Max, including its specifications and expected price in Nepal.

ZTE Blade V70 Max Overview

The V70 Max serves as the successor to the previous variants, Blade V70 and Blade V70 Design, which debuted in November.

Design and Display

ZTE has not been consistent with the design of its smartphones, and this model follows a similar trend. The Blade V70 Max features a circular camera island with four cameras, a design that differs from the square camera island seen on the Blade V70 and Blade V70 Design. The top of the phone includes an LED light, and the bottom displays the company’s name. Moreover, the phone has three color options: purple, green, and pink.

On the front, the Blade V70 Max features a 6.9-inch display with noticeable bezels, offering a 120Hz refresh rate. Furthermore, the phone also has an IP54 rating, indicating it is somewhat resistant to dust and water splashes and can withstand drops from up to 1.5 meters. Additionally, it includes a waterdrop notch at the top of the display.

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It looks like the company is somewhat inspired by the way Apple designs its phone. Last time Blade V70 came looking like an iPhone on its back and this time the company integrated ZTE’s “Live Island 2.0” feature similar to Apple’s Dynamic Island that offers quick access to notifications and control. For security, the phone supports both face and fingerprint unlock.

Performance and Camera

This is a bit uncommon that even after the announcement of the phone already, the ZTE has not revealed the entire specifications. This includes the chipset as well. Having said that, we are expecting the phone to pack the Unisoc T606 chipset (12nm), featuring an octa-core CPU with two Cortex-A75 cores clocked at 1.6 GHz and six Cortex-A55 cores at 1.6 GHz. Moreover, on the graphic side, we might get the Mali-G57 MP1. In terms of memory, the Blade V70 Max offers two configurations: 6GB/8GB RAM with 128GB of storage.

The camera details have not been fully revealed either, but it is known that the phone features a 50MP main camera along with two additional lenses.

Battery and Rest

The ZTE Blade V70 Max includes a 6,000mAh battery with 22.5W wired charging support. ZTE claims that the battery should retain 80% of its original capacity after 800 charge cycles. The company has also made a bold claim in terms of the software stating that the user experience will remain as smooth as it was on day one for four years. Likewise, the Blade V70 Max runs on ZTE’s MyOS on top of Android.

ZTE Blade V70 Max Specifications

Design: Circular camera island with 4 cameras, LED light
Display: 6.9-inch, 120Hz refresh rate
Protection: IP54 rating
Chipset: Unisoc T606 (12nm), Octa-core (2x Cortex-A75 + 6x Cortex-A55)
RAM: 6GB/8GB
Storage: 128GB
OS and UI: MyOS on top of Android
Camera: 50MP main camera + 2 additional lenses (exact specs TBD)
Battery: 6,000mAh, 22.5W wired charging
Color Options: Purple, Green, Pink

ZTE Blade V70 Max Price and Availability

ZTE has listed the Blade V70 Max on its website but has not yet revealed the official price and availability. Based on the “Max” moniker, we can expect this phone to be a relatively premium offering in terms of pricing. We will update this article once the full details on pricing and availability are confirmed. Stay tuned for further updates!

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Dimensity 6400 is yet another rebrand from MediaTek!

Aarohan Niraula

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February 16, 2025

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Dimensity 6400 is yet another rebrand from MediaTek!

MediaTek has made the Dimensity 6400 official as the successor to last year’s Dimensity 6300 but it only sports a slightly boosted main core. In this short piece, let us take a look at the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, its specs and features, comparisons, and availability details.

MediaTek Dimensity 6400

CPU Architecture

Just like its predecessor, the Dimensity 6400 is fabbed on a 6nm node from TSMC. It has a 2+6 configuration with two ARM Cortex A76 cores running at (up to) 2.5 GHz complemented by six ARM Cortex A55 efficiency cores at 2 GHz. If you look at the spec sheet, it’s only a modest 100MHz jump in prime clock speed over the 6300 so performance is likely going to be very similar. The faster main core might result in slightly improved single-threaded performance but full load capabilities are going to be pretty much the same.

It’s the same as before

Things look even more boring on the GPU end with the exact same Mali-G57 MC2 unit as before with support for up to a 2520 x 1080 120Hz output. This CPU+ GPU combo is not exclusive to the Dimensity 6400 (or even the 6300) though as we have been seeing the same thing since the days of Helio G99 and Dimensity 6100+. It’s somewhat disappointing to see yet another rebrand without any noticeable innovation or improvement.

Other Features

The Image Signal Processor (ISP) also seems pretty much the same with support for up to a 108MP camera, or dual camera setup at 16+16 MP. The chip also includes support for color management but we don’t know much detail in that regard.

In terms of memory, the Dimensity 6400 can be equipped with up to LPDDR4X RAM (2133MHz) and UFS 2.2 storage.

For connectivity, the 6400 is a 5G capable chipset with support for carrier aggregation and Voice over New Radio (VoNR) (basically a 5G version of VoLTE) for improved call quality on 5G networks. There’s support for both NSA and SA 5G with download speeds of up to 3.3 Gbps alongside WiFi 5, Bluetooth 5.2, and various GNSS services (GPS, Galileo, BeiDou, Glonass, QZSS, and NavIC).

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MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Availability

We can expect to see the Dimensity 6400 powering lower-end midrange devices in 2025. One of the first phones to launch with this chipset will be the Realme P3x 5G that will be available from the 18th of February.

Meanwhile, check out our video comparing the various flagship mobile chipsets:

Nepal’s first ever 100” mega screen TV launched by CG

CG
TV

Dip Khatiwada

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February 16, 2025

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Nepal’s first ever 100” mega screen TV launched by CG

CG has launched Nepal’s first ever 100” Mega Screen TV in the market. This new product brings a combination of advanced display technology and powerful sound features. This article will discuss everything about the latest CG 100” Mega Screen TV, including its expected price in Nepal.

CG 100” Mega Screen TV Overview

Display and Performance

The CG 100” Mega Screen TV features 4K QLED+ technology with HDR10+ support. The display offers 600 nits of peak brightness for HDR content. It also includes 90% DCI-P3 color gamut and 112 local dimming zones.

Sound Quality

For audio, the TV comes with a 60W 2.1.2 channel sound system. It supports Dolby Atmos and includes two 5W top-firing speakers, a 20W subwoofer, and two 15W down-firing speakers.

Other Features

The TV includes Chromecast built-in for easy streaming from mobile devices. It also features Hands-Free Voice Control, allowing users to control the TV without the need for a remote. The anti-glare screen helps reduce reflections by up to 50%.

CG 100” Mega Screen TV Specifications

Display: 100” 4K QLED+
Brightness: 600 nits HDR peak brightness
Sound: 60W 2.1.2 channel sound system
Speakers: Two 5W top-firing speakers, one 20W subwoofer, two 15W down-firing speakers
Additional Features: Dolby Atmos, Chromecast built-in, Hands-Free Voice Control, Anti-glare screen

CG 100” Mega Screen TV Price in Nepal and Availability

The CG 100” Mega Screen TV is priced at NPR 6,37,490 in Nepal. It will be available for purchase online through cgdigital.com.np. The product comes with a 2-year comprehensive warranty, along with an additional 1-year service warranty.

Earbuds	Price in Nepal (Official)	Availability
CG 100-inch Mega Screen	NPR 637,490	CG

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HMD Crest launched in Nepal with Unisco T760 5G processor

Aarohan Niraula

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February 16, 2025

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HMD Crest launched in Nepal with Unisco T760 5G processor

HMD probably makes the most repairable smartphones in the market. Now, the company entered India with two new phones — HMD Crest and Crest Max. These two phones have very few things setting them apart from one another. And the vanilla HMD Crest is now also available in Nepal. Let’s delve deeper into the HMD Crest series in this article while also discussing its official price in Nepal.

HMD Crest Series Overview

Design and Display

The HMD Crest series looks pretty much the same with flat frames and slightly curved edges. Both the phones have a rectangular camera island with two large circular cutouts. They also have an IP52 dust and water resistance.

The base model has an LED flashlight at the side of these cameras, while the HMD Crest Max has a third camera and a flashlight. In terms of colors, both phones have three options. The former is available in Midnight Blue, Royal Pink, and Lush Lilac, while the latter comes in Aqua Green, Deep Purple, and Royal Pink.

On the front, the HMD Crest series packs a 6.67-inch OLED display with a 20:9 aspect ratio. Furthermore, the screen stretches FHD+ in resolution with a 9 0Hz refresh rate. The USP HMD phones are their repairability, and the HMD Crest and Crest Max are no different in this regard. You can swap out the batteries, charging ports, and even display from the comfort of your home.

Performance

Both the phones from the HMD Crest series are equipped with the UNISOC T760 chipset as their primary driver. As per HMD, the UNISOC chip scores over 510,000 on the AnTuTu benchmark. However, AnTuTu’s website lists a score of just 222,273, which is less than half of what’s claimed. Hence, HMD probably ran the test on an older version of the benchmarking platform. Whatever the case, the silicon comes with 6nm fabrication, eight cores, and a peak clock speed of 2.2 GHz.

The two phones are different from one another in the configuration department. The HMD Crest comes with 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM. On the other hand, HMD Crest Max is available in 8GB + 256GB memory and storage combo. Both phones offer virtual memory extension as well as external memory support. Furthermore, they come with Android 14 out of the box and will receive software updates for the next two years.

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Camera and the rest

The cameras on these phones are one of the major differences between the two types of hardware. As I mentioned earlier, HMD Crest comes with two rear cameras, while the Max variant packs an extra shooter on the back. That being said, you get a 50MP primary shooter coupled with a 2MP depth sensor on the base model.

Meanwhile, the HMD Crest Max has a 64MP main, 5MP ultrawide, and a 2MP depth shooter. In terms of the front camera, both the phones are equipped with a 50MP unit. While the hardware is there, these phones are capable of hands-free selfies with gesture controls.

The HMD Crest series comes with a 5,000 mAh battery in their tanks and supports 33W fast charging. Thanks to the processor they pack both these phones support 5G connectivity. Additionally, you also get WiFi 5 and Bluetooth v5.0 for further wireless connection. In the meantime, for wired connections, you get a 3.5mm headphone jack and USB Type-C port. They have a dual microphone setup, however, miss out on stereo speakers.

HMD Crest Series Specifications

Design: Monotone design, flat frames, 2.5D curved edges, IP52-rated
Display: 6.67” OLED Panel, 90Hz, 20:9 aspect ratio
Resolution: FHD+ (1,080 x 2,400)
Chipset: Octa-core UNISOC T760 (6nm)
RAM:
- HMD Crest: 6GB + 8GB extendable
- HMD Crest Max: 8GB + extendable
ROM:
- HMD Crest: 128GB + 256GB expandable with MicroSD card
- HMD Crest Max: 256GB + expandable with MicroSD card
OS: Android 14
Rear Camera:
- HMD Crest: Dual Camera (50MP Primary + 2MP Depth Sensor)
- HMD Crest Max: Triple Camera (64MP Primary + 5MP Ultrawide + 2MP Depth Sensor)
Front Camera: 50MP Camera (Centre-aligned hole-punch cutout)
Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Face Unlock
Sensors: Accelerometer (G-sensor), Ambient Light, E-compass, Gyroscope
Navigation: GPS, A-GPS, Galileo
Battery: 5,000 mAh cell with 33W fast charging
Connectivity: Dual SIM, 5G, WiFi 5, Hotspot, Bluetooth v5.0, USB Type-C, 3.5mm headphone jack
Colour Options: Blue (Crest), Green (Crest Max), Purple, Red

HMD Crest Price in Nepal and Availability

Only the vanilla version is currently available in Nepal. The HMD Crest price in Nepal is NPR 19,000 for the sole 6/128GB trim.

HMD Crest Series	Price in Nepal (Official)
Crest (6GB + 128GB)	NPR 19,000

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