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Xiaomi holds its first official event in Nepal; Launches four new phones

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September 23, 2018

Xiaomi holds its first official event in Nepal; Launches four new phones

Xiaomi is officially here in Nepal, and the company held its first event today. It shared its plans and strategies from here onwards and also launched four new devices.

The Xiaomi Mi A2, Mi A2 Lite, Redmi 6 and Redmi 6A, are the company’s new mid-rangers of various price ranges that were unveiled today. All these devices enter the saturated mid-range mobile phone market looking to emulate the success of their predecessor but with quite a competitive pricing.

From the event, we got to know that Xiaomi has opened an office here in Nepal to control the selling, and marketing of the Xiaomi phones and products. Beforehand, two different distributors had the sole authority to sell the company’s devices here.

With the new business model and strategies, we can expect Xiaomi to focus more on the customers by providing high-grade devices at a cheaper price tag. And we got to see the first demo of those strategies through the new smartphones.

We got to interview Mr. Sanket Agrawal and Mr. Saurabh Kothari, officials from Xiaomi, regarding the company’s arrival in Nepal and their future plans. They stated on how the company follows the customer-first model and how they will do the same here starting with the four new Mi and Redmi devices.

The officials also stated that Xiaomi will now be more aggressive with the pricing and is working to bring in new devices according to the needs of the customers. And for those waiting for the Poco F1, well the device is launching soon, probably after Dashain

Here are the four new devices that were launched today:

Xiaomi Mi A2

The Xiaomi Mi A2 is the direct successor to the widely popular Mi A1. The A-series of Xiaomi comes under Google’s Android One project out of the box. This device is 5.99-inch tall and has an 18:9 aspect ratio. It features a metallic unibody design with a vertical camera compartment. The dual rear cameras measure 12- and 20-megapixel and are capable of capturing 4K videos. On the front sits a 20-megapixel selfie camera.

The Xiaomi Mi A2 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 chipset and has 4 GB of RAM. It has a 3,000 mAh battery that is supported with Quick Charge. However, it lacks the headphone jack due to its slim design.

Also Read: Xiaomi launches MI A2 and MI A2 Lite in Nepal

Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite

The Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite, like its name suggests, is the lite variant of the Mi A2. Unlike the Mi A2, this device has followed the trend of sporting a notch on the IPS LCD display that is 5.84-inch tall. It has a quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 processor aided by 3 or 4 GB of RAM which has 64 and 32 GB storage respectively.

On the optics front, this device comes with dual 12- and 5-megapixel cameras. There is a 5-megapixel selfie shooter on the front. Like the Mi A2 and the older Mi A1, this smartphone is also an Android One device. It has a large 4,000 mAh battery with no fast charging technology.

Xiaomi Redmi 6 and Redmi 6A

The Xiaomi Redmi 6 and Redmi 6A are the cheapest phones launched today by Xiaomi. Both the devices come with a 5.45-inch HD+ IPS LCD display. The Redmi 6 is powered by the MediaTek Helio P22 chipset whereas the Redmi 6A has the MediaTek Helio A22 chipset. Both the devices have a 3000 mAh battery.

The Xiaomi Redmi 6 is more expensive among the two and features a dual camera setup. It has more storage than the Redmi 6 and comes with 3 and 4 GB of RAM.

The Redmi 6A is the successor to the Redmi 5A and the Redmi 4A. It is the cheapest device launched today. This device has a single 13-megapixel rear camera with a 5-megapixel selfie camera.

Also Read: Xiaomi Redmi 6 and Redmi 6A launched in Nepal

Xiaomi Mi A2, Mi A2 Lite, Redmi 6 & Redmi 6A Price in Nepal

The Xiaomi Mi A2 was expected to be priced above Rs. 35,000. However, Xiaomi has priced the 4 GB + 64 GB variant at Rs. 30,999. Likewise, the 3 GB RAM and 32 GB storage variant of the Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite is priced at Rs. 20,999. The higher-end 4 GB and 64 GB version will sell for Rs. 24,499.

The Xiaomi Redmi 6’s 32 GB and 64 GB variants are priced at Rs. 16,499 and Rs, 18,499, respectively. The cheapest of the devices launched today, the Redmi 6A will be priced at Rs. 12,999. All these devices will go on sale starting 30th September 2018.

Verdict

For a couple of years now, the Nepali consumers have asked for well-performing smartphones in a cheaper price tag. But that has not been the case for a long time. Even the smartphones that are available for cheap in the international market come at a costlier price. Due to the profit margins, the marketing and business model for selling products, and tax, the prices of phones skyrocket.

However, Xiaomi looks to change all of that with its new business model. A lot of Nepali customers had expected the Chinese giants to take this step in the past. But better late than never right?

According to Xiaomi Nepal, the company will receive only 5% profit margin on its devices just to make the price competitive. This is the perfect example of a company thinking only about the customers.

Today’s event was an example of how Xiaomi is going to do its selling here in Nepal. And it has definitely set an example for other smartphone companies in terms of pricing!

Xiaomi launches entry level Redmi 6 and 6A in Nepal

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Xiaomi launches entry level Redmi 6 and 6A in Nepal

MI Nepal, in an event, organized very recently, unveiled two new entry-level phones in the Nepali market. The phones add more phones to the Xiaomi Redmi lineup. The Chinese tech giant launched the Xiaomi Redmi 6 and the Xiaomi Redmi 6A in Nepal. While these phones have been available for over 3 months, they’re just making their way here. Both are the successors to last year’s Redmi 5 and Redmi 5A. And similar to last year, the Redmi 6A is the lighter version of the Redmi 6. However, both of these phones don’t have the trending notch on their displays.

Also Read: Xiaomi MI A2 and MI A2 Lite launched in Nepal

Xiaomi Redmi 6 overview

The Xiaomi Redmi 6 is an entry-level phone and should be popular among consumers looking for budget phones. Even with its low price tag, it offers all the basic must-have features in 2018. The phone comes with a 5.45″ IPS LCD display with HD+ (1440 x 720) resolution and 18:9 aspect ratio. The Redmi 6 packs a dual camera setup at the back. The setup consists of a 12 MP lens with PDAF, and a 5 MP depth sensor; both with f/2.2 aperture. The front camera is a single 5 MP lens. Both the cameras are capable of capturing 1080p videos at 30 fps.

Under the hood, an entry level 2.0 GHz octa-core MediaTek Helio P22 chipset powers the device. Internationally, the phone comes in 3 GB or 4 GB RAM choices, but here in Nepal, we only get the 3 GB RAM variant. However, there are options for storage. You can choose from either a 32 GB variant or a 64 GB variant. However, there is a microSD card slot in it that enables you to expand your storage up to 256 GB. It packs a 3000 mAh battery, which might be small, but for an entry-level phone, it should be enough. Also, the phone runs on Android 8.1 Oreo topped with MIUI 9 on top.

Also Read: Xiaomi MI A2 and A2 Lite launched in Nepal

Xiaomi Redmi 6 Specifications:

Display: 5.45″ IPS LCD HD+ (720 x 1440) resolution with 18:9 aspect ratio
Back Camera: 12 MP lens with PDAF, f/2.2 aperture + 5 MP depth sensor
Front Camera: 5 MP
Processor: 2.0 GHz Octa-core MediaTek Helio P22
RAM: 3 GB
Storage: 32 GB / 64 GB (expandable up to 256 GB via microSD)
Battery: 3000 mAh
OS: Android Oreo 8.1 with MIUI 9
Security: Fingerprint sensor and AI Face Unlock
Colors: Black, Blue, and Gold
Latest Price: Rs. 16,499 (32 GB) / Rs.18,499 (64 GB) [Last updated on: December 6, 2018]

Xiaomi Redmi 6A overview

The Xiaomi Redmi 6A is a lighter version of the Redmi 6. It falls in the lower entry-level segment. The phone features more or less a similar form factor to the Redmi 6, but compromises on quite a few aspects. It features the same 5.45″ IPS LCD display with HD+ resolution and 18:9 aspect ratio. However, it packs a single 13 MP camera at the back with f/2.2 aperture and PDAF (Phase Detection Auto-Focus). It is capable of recording 1080p videos @30 fps. The front camera is the same at 5 MP with f/2.2 aperture but cannot record 1080p videos.

Under the hood, a 2.0 GHz quad-core Helio A22 chip powers the phone. And just like the Redmi 6, the phone is available in two RAM options internationally, but we only get the 2 GB variant in Nepal. So, the storage is also limited to 16 GB, but there is a dedicated microSD card slot. It also packs a similar 3000 mAh battery. In addition, this phone, too, runs on Android 8.1 Oreo with MIUI 9.0 on top.

The Redmi 6A is a budget phone that cost Rs.12,999 in Nepal.

Xiaomi Redmi 6A Specifications:

Display: 5.45″ IPS LCD HD+ (720 x 1440) resolution with 18:9 aspect ratio
Back Camera: 13 MP lens with PDAF, f/2.2 aperture
Front Camera: 5 MP with f/2.2 aperture
Processor: 2.0 GHz Quad-core MediaTek Helio A22
RAM: 2 GB
Storage: 16 GB (expandable up to 256 GB via microSD)
Battery: 3000 mAh
OS: Android Oreo 8.1 with MIUI 9
Security: AI Face Unlock
Colors: Black, Blue and Gold
Latest Price: Rs. 12,999 [Last updated on: December 6, 2018]

Also read: Xiaomi Mobile Price in Nepal

So, what do you think of these two entry-level phones by Xiaomi? Do let us know.

Xiaomi MI A2 and A2 Lite launched in Nepal with Stock Android and Dual camera setup

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Xiaomi MI A2 and A2 Lite launched in Nepal with Stock Android and Dual camera setup

MI Nepal recently organized an event in Kathmandu. In the event, the Chinese tech giant unveiled four of its products for Nepal. Among the four, two of them are Xiaomi MI A2 and Xiaomi MI A2 Lite. Both of them come with the stock version of Android in them and dual camera setup at the back. But how good are the smartphones in terms of specs? Let’s find out here.

Xiaomi MI A2 Overview

Last year’s Xiaomi MI A1 was a huge hit, not only in Nepal but also in the global market. Xiaomi smartphones are often criticized for its heavily customized MIUI. And in the Xiaomi MI A1, the brand ditched its beloved UI and adopted the pure or the unadulterated stock Android. Since Xiaomi smartphones are always feature-packed, the inclusion of the stock Android in the MI A1 added an extra aspect to love the handset. Continuing with the stock Android, Xiaomi had brought the successor the MI A2, which was launched a couple of months back in the global market. Better late than never, Xiaomi brought this handset finally in Nepal after two months of its launch in the global market.

The smartphone looks sleek and slim with a mere thickness of 7.3mm. It is also light in terms of weight as it weighs just 168 grams. On the display front, Xiaomi has provided a 5.99-inch LTPS LCD display, which is said to have better color accuracy and viewing angles than the mainstream IPS display. This display is shielded by Corning Gorilla Glass 5 on the top for the protection. On the resolution side, Xiaomi MI A2 features Full-HD+ resolution in an 18:9 aspect ratio and with the pixel density of 403 PPI. So the content on the display can be expected to look sharp and crisp.

As mentioned earlier, the phone features stock Android since the device is the product of the Android One program. It originally comes with Android Oreo (v8.1) out of the box but will receive all the regular updates and software patches from Google for two years.

On the performance front, the MI A2 got a substantial upgrade. The phone comes with the Snapdragon 660 chipset over the Snapdragon 625 on its predecessor. It comes coupled with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of onboard storage. But unlike its predecessor, the MI A2 does not have a micro SD card slot for the memory expansion. So users have to be satisfied only with the internal memory of the phone.

The camera was the standout feature on the MI A1. And by looking at the specs, MI A2 seems to possess similar trait when looked into its specs. The phone features a dual camera at the back, which is a combination of 20MP and 12MP sensors. Both of the cameras feature f/1.8 aperture. In terms of the selfie, MI A2 embraced a 20MP shooter on the front. The selfie shooter also has soft LED alongside in order to capture images even in the low light settings.

Most of the specs in the MI A2 look appealing. However, there are also some aspects, where the smartphone disappoints quite heavily. The phone features a small 3000mAh battery and there is no 3.5mm headphone as well. Not to forget, there is no SD card slot either.

Xiaomi MI A2 Specifications:

Display: 5.99-inch LTPS LCD display, 2.5D curved glass with Gorilla Glass 5 protection
Resolution:Full-HD+ (2160×1080 pixels), 18:9 aspect ratio, 403 PPI
OS: Android 8.1 (Oreo) Android One
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 660
CPU: 4 x 2.2GHz Kryo 260 + 4 x 1.8GHz Kryo 260
GPU: Adreno 512 GPU
RAM: 4GB
Storage: 64GB; No SD card slot for memory expansion
Rear Camera: Dual camera – (12 MP, f/1.8, 1/2.9″, 1.25µm) + (20 MP, f/1.8, 1/2.8″, 1.0µm, PDAF), Dual-LED flash
Front Camera: 20 MP, f/2.2, 1/2.8″, 1.0µm, soft LED flash
Sensors: Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Infrared Port: Yes
SIM:Hybrid Dual SIM (nano + nano / microSD)
Connectivity: Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac (2.4GHz / 5GHz), Bluetooth 5 LE, GPS + GLONASS, USB Type-C, no headphone jack
Dimensions: 7×75.4×7.3mm; Weight: 168g
Battery: 3010mAh with fast charge 3.0
Colors: Blue, Gold, and Black
Latest Price: Rs. 30,999 [Last updated on December 6, 2018]

Also Read: Xiaomi Mobiles Price in Nepal

Xiaomi MI A2 Lite Overview

Last year, Xiaomi released only one smartphone with the Stock Android. But in 2018, the brand produced two smartphones under the Android One program. And Xiaomi MI A2 Lite is the second Android One phone of Xiaomi this year after the MI A2. And as the name cues, the MI A2 Lite is cheaper among the two when it comes to price.

In the smartphone market flooded with the notched display, MI A2 Lite is the Xiaomi’s take on providing a notched display on the Android one phone. The phone features a 5.84-inch IPS display with a narrow notch on the top. The similar also comes with Full-HD+ resolution in a 19:9 aspect ratio packing 432 pixels in every inch.

Since the Xiaomi MI A2 Lite is also an Android One phone, it also comes with a stock Android version of Android lacking all sorts of bloatware. And just like the MI A2, the A2 Lite will also receive regular updates and software patches from Google itself for two years.

The handset comes with the Snapdragon 625 chipset backed by 3/4GB RAM and 32GB/64GB of onboard storage. There is also a facility to expand the storage further up to 256GB via SD card. And a dedicated SD card slot has been provided for that very purpose. In terms of camera, there is a dual camera setup residing meticulously on the back. The combination of 12MP and 5MP sensors is said to be capable of capturing excellent portrait images. On the selfie front, there is a 5MP front shooter, which comes with f/2.0 aperture.

Despite being low on price, the A2 Lite is better than the A2 in terms of battery. Xiaomi MI A2 Lite can surely provide a prolonged battery backup with its humongous 4000mAh battery. And unlike the MI A2, the A2 Lite does not disappoint in the audio department since there is a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Xiaomi MI A2 Lite Specifications:

Display: 5.84-inch IPS display
Resolution: Full-HD+ (2280×1080 pixels), 19:9 aspect ratio, 432PPI
OS: Android 8.1 (Oreo) Android One
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 625
CPU: Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU: Adreno 506 GPU
RAM: 3GB/4GB
Storage: 32GB/64GB; Expandable up to 256GB via SD card (dedicated slot)
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
Infrared Port: Yes
Connectivity: Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS + GLONASS, Micro USB 2.0
Dimensions: 3 x 71.7 x 8.8 mm; Weight: 178g
Battery: 4000mAh
Colors: Blue, Gold, and Black
Latest Price: Rs. 20,999 (3/32GB) | Rs. 24,499 (4/64GB) [Last updated on December 6, 2018]

The smartphones will go on sale all over Nepal starting from the 30th of September. Given the price and specs, do you think it would be a good buy? Let us know in the comment section.

Samsung Galaxy A7 2018 launched with triple rear cameras

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September 21, 2018

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Samsung Galaxy A7 2018 launched with triple rear cameras

After the Huawei P20 Pro made sensations with its triple cameras, we have come across another smartphone with triple rear camera sensors, but this isn’t a Huawei device. This time, it’s Samsung! Samsung recently launched the Samsung Galaxy A7 2018, which among other things seems to provide features that even flagship smartphones don’t give. Well, this seems like a new strategy for standing out in the market in the upper mid-range segment.

The Samsung Galaxy A7 2018 features a 6-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display. Keeping up with the trend, the device offers you a slightly curved front with the side frame being made of aluminum. The phones comes in three memory variants, 4 GB/ 64 GB, 4 GB/ 128 GB or 6 GB/ 128 GB variant.

The star of the show still remains the triple camera setup. Samsung phones are always praised to give good cameras to consumers and with the triple camera setup definitely sets the standard and expectations high. At the back, there is a 24 MP primary sensor with f/1.7 aperture, an 8 MP f/2.4 aperture wide- angle lens and a 5 MP f/2.2 depth sensor. Similarly, the front features a 24 MP f/2.0 sensor for selfies.

Also, read: Samsung Mobiles Price in Nepal

Adding to the features, there’s a side-mounted fingerprint sensor just like what we saw on the Galaxy J6 Plus. Likewise, it also comes with Dolby Atmos for headphones and audio.

Samsung Galaxy A7 2018 Specifications:

Operating System: Android Oreo 8.0 with Experience UI
Display: 6.0- inches Super AMOLED 18.5:9 ratio
Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass (Unspecified)
Resolution: 1080 x 2220 pixels
CPU: Octa-core 2.2 GHz Cortex-A53
Chipset: Unspecified
GPU: Unspecified
RAM: 4 or 6 GB
Storage: 64 or 128
Rear Camera: 24 MP f/1.7 primary sensor, 8 MP f/2.4 aperture wide-angle lens and 5 MP f/2.2 depth sensor
Front Camera: 24 MP f/2.0 with HDR
SIM (s): Single SIM (Nano-SIM) or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Battery: Non-removable Li-Ion 3300 mAh battery (Micro USB 2.0)
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, WiFi Direct, hotspot
Sensors: Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, and compass.
[Latest Price: Rs. 43,990] [Last updated on June 3, 2019]

Samsung Galaxy A7 2018 Price in Nepal:

The Galaxy A7 comes at an international pricing of €350 ($410). As it is with all Samsung phones, the price is expected to be consistent with the international pricing. Similarly, the device is said to launch between this Dashain and Tihar, according to Samsung Officials.

As of now the smartphone lineup in Galaxy A series comprises of Galaxy A6 Plus, A6, A8 Star, and A8 Plus 2018. Similarly, the mid-range segment consists of J- series smartphones, the latest among those is, Galaxy J7 Duo, J8, J7 Pro, etc.

Meizu X8 – Meizu’s first notch phone

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September 21, 2018

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Now Meizu launched four phones together: Meizu 16X, Meizu V8, Meizu V8 Pro and the Meizu X8. And while the other phones took the spotlight quite easily, the X8 kinda went under the radar. Now, the reason behind that could be Meizu X8 employs a notch on the display, while others don’t. And this is a bigger issue because Meizu was all about that no-notch displays since the beginning.

But now, the mid-ranger device, Meizu X8 carries the infamous notch on its display. However, for the smartphone market that is all used to it by now, it’s not a big deal. But, this is Meizu’s very first phone with a notch!

Anyway, the phone features a 6.2″ Full HD+ display (1080 x 2220) on an IPS LCD panel. The notch on the phone is quite big as well. But the wide notch houses a selfie camera, Infrared transmitter, ear-piece, breathing light and a signal receiver. It has a 89.6% screen-to-body ratio and trims off the minimum bezels found on the other three phones. The back houses a fingerprint scanner, which Meizu claims can unlock your device in 0.2 seconds.

On the camera department, it has a simple dual camera setup at the back. The setup consists of a 12 MP sensor with f/1.9 aperture and a 5 MP depth sensor. On the selfie department, it carries a 20 MP shooter with smart blur features and ArcSoft AI beautifying algorithms.

Under the hood, the a 2.2 GHz octa-core Snapdragon 710 powers the phone, which lines it in the top levels of the mid-range section. Supporting it is a 4 GB RAM or a 6 GB one, depending on the variant. The options available are 4 GB RAM / 64 GB storage, 6 GB / 64 GB or a 6 GB / 128 GB variants. It packs a 3210 mAh of battery with fast charge support.

The phone comes in Black, White and Blue colors. The phones are priced as CNY 1,598 for the 4 GB / 64 GB model, which converts to $230; CNY 1798 ($262) for the 6 GB / 64 GB model and CNY 1998 ($290) for the 6 GB / 128 GB variant. As it is with Meizu, international availability is not yet known, but it is up for pre-order on Meizu’s official Chinese website.

Also read Meizu Mobile Price in Nepal

Meizu X8 Specifications

Display: 6.2″ IPS LCD display (1080 x 2220) resolution with 89.6% screen-to-body ratio
Rear Camera: 12 MP sensor with f/1.9 aperture and Dual Pixel PDAF + 5 MP depth sensor, Dual Camera setup
Front Camera: 20 MP sensor with Smart Blur feature and ArcSoft Beautify AI algorithm
Processor: 2.2 GHz octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 710
RAM: 4 GB / 6 GB
Storage: 64 GB / 128 GB
Battery: 3210 mAh with Fast Charge
Features: USB Type-C, 3.5 mm headphone jack, rear-mounted fingerprint sensor

GoPro unveils Hero 7 with HyperSmooth stabilization feature

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GoPro unveils Hero 7 with HyperSmooth stabilization feature

GoPro is going through some pretty rough times as it posted losses in the last 11 quarters. Even with its massive popularity among people from different parts of life, the company has been failing to make sales. The various market strategies it had in place for the Hero 6 didn’t work as the company failed to achieve profit margins. However, it’s looking to change all of that with its new product – the GoPro Hero 7.

GoPro Hero 7 Specifications

The major talking point about the GoPro Hero 7 is definitely the HyperSmooth stabilization feature which makes sure you get the smoothest of videos even without a gimbal. GoPro has demoed this feature on a video, and it looks quite interesting, to say the least.

The GoPro Hero 7 is available in three different variants, and the numer features you get definitely increases with the increasing price. The higher-end version of the three, the Hero 7 Black, has all the features crammed into one. The 12-megapixel camera of this device can record 4K videos at 60fps. It has the HyperSmooth video feature and you can even live stream your video content directly to your Facebook page. This Hero 7 variant also captures HDR contents.

The Hero 7 Silver lacks a few features the Black version possesses. It is able to shoot 4K videos at 30fps with the 10-megapixel camera. It doesn’t have the HyperSmooth stabilization, so you definitely have to pay to play! The Silver also lacks live streaming service and comes with WDR instead of HDR.

The GoPro Hero White is cheapest among the bunch and lacks GPS and WDR in addition to the live streaming feature and HyperSmooth video feature. Its 10-megapixel camera is only capable of capturing full HD videos at 60fps.

All three of the devices are water resistant for up to 10m and have the voice control feature as well.

GoPro Hero 7 Price

The GoPro Hero 7, as I mentioned before comes in three different variants. The highest-end variant, the Hero 7 Black, goes on sale for $400 while the Silver sells for $300 and the low-end Hero 7 White will run for $200. It will go on sale internationally starting September 27^th and the USA will receive it starting September 30^th.

With all the features at its helm, the GoPro Hero 7 is definitely an interesting action camera. It has a lot of features which could definitely uplift GoPro.

Mero Surakshya expanding its Mobile Assurance through Premier Insurance

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September 20, 2018

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Mero Surakshya expanding its Mobile Assurance through Premier Insurance

Mero Surakshya Pvt. Ltd., the company that provides various smartphone protection plans, will now provide better Mobile Assurance through Premier Insurance Pvt. Ltd. An MOU regarding the same was signed between the two companies. Mr. Prem Sunuwar, CEO of Mero Surakshya, and Mr. Sudyumna Prasad Upadhyaya, CEO of Premier Insurance did the MOU signing in a program on 18th September. This will add more value to the protection plans provided by Mero Surakshya. The MOU enables the company to provide better assurance on top of the protection schemes to customers.

After the MOU, customers can get their mobile phones insured with Premier Insurance under Mero Surakshya’s scheme. Additionally, with the MOU, mobile owners will also get Accidental insurance of Rs.100000. Meaning, in case of accidents or death of the registered mobile owners, a sum of Rs.100000 will be provided by Premier Insurance.

It will be available from more than 200 mobile stores around Kathmandu valley. And the company plans to extend it outside the valley after the festive season. You can also get the protection scheme from the Mero Surakshya’s app or website. And the best thing about the protection plans is that it’s very affordable. With only 5% of the cost of your smartphone every year, you can get various types of protection for your phone.

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Mero Surakshya also announced Mr. Rajesh Hamal, the renown Nepali superstar, as the brand ambassador at the event.

The company provides various types of schemes against various types of mishaps. You can get plans like protection against Theft or Loss, Data Loss, Fire Damage, Water Damage or any Screen Damage. Now, with the MOU, it will also provide better assurance. To begin, you can simply download the app, create and account and register your device. For more details, you can visit the official website.

Meizu 16X announced: Snapdragon 710 and in-display fingerprint sensor on the board

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September 20, 2018

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Meizu 16X announced: Snapdragon 710 and in-display fingerprint sensor on the board

Even after unveiling the Meizu V8 and V8 Pro, Meizu is not done yet. It recently announced the Meizu 16X, which looks really impressive when it comes to the specs. But unlike the Meizu V8 and V8 Pro, the 16X is a mid-range handset, which is quite expensive.

In terms of display, the Meizu 16X sports a tall 6.0-inch display incorporating a Super AMOLED panel. Because of the presence of Super AMOLED panel, the display is capable of producing vibrant and accurate colors with a great contrast ratio. This display features Full-HD+ resolution. So the content on the display looks really sharp. And in the same display resides an in-display fingerprint sensor. The speed of the in-display fingerprint sensor may not be as fast as the conventional fingerprint scanners but it does give a vibe futuristic phone.

On the performance front, the Meizu 16X comes with the Snapdragon 710 chipset with 6GB of RAM alongside. In terms of storage, there are 64GB and 128GB variants. And since there is no SD card slot, users cannot expand their storage further according to there requirement. So the interested ones should really think about the storage requirements while buying this phone.

Also Read: Meizu Mobiles Price in Nepal

In terms of camera, a dual camera setup welcomes its users. The dual camera on this phone is a combination of 12MP primary sensor backed by a 20MP secondary sensor. The primary sensor boasts a 4-axis OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) and EIS (Electronic Image Stabilization) to capture stable images and to shoot stable videos. And when we check into the front camera, we will find a 20MP selfie camera lying meticulously on the top.

On the software side of things, the phone is clung to the Android Oreo (v8.0). Meizu has sprinkled Flyme UI on the top to spice the things in the software in their own way. The handset also carries a 3,000mAh battery onboard.

Meizu 16X Specifications

Display: 6.0-inch Super AMOLED display, 83.7% screen-to-body ratio
Resolution: Full-HD+ (1080 x 2160 pixels), 18:9 aspect ratio, 402PPI
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 710
CPU: Octa-core (2×2.2 GHz 360 Gold & 6×1.7 GHz Kryo 360 Silver)
GPU: Adreno 616
OS: Android Oreo 8.0 with Flyme UI on the top
RAM: 6GB
Storage: 64/128GB, No SD Card Slot
Rear Camera:Dual: (12 MP, f/1.8, 1/2.3″, 1.55µm, 4-axis OIS, dual pixel PDAF & laser AF) + (20 MP, f/2.6, 1/2.6″, 1.0µm, AF), Six-LED dual-tone flash
Front Camera: 20MP, f/2.0
Sensors: Fingerprint (under display), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi 1/b/g/n/ac, USB Type C, A-GPS
Battery: 3,000mAh
Price: CNY 2,100 ($305 or €262 or NPR 35,225) for 6/64GB
Price: CNY 2,400 ($350 or €300 or NPR 40,425) for 6/128GB

Although the prices are out, its international availablity is still a question. But in China, it is going on sale starting from 26th September.

Meizu V8 and Meizu V8 Pro Unveiled: Budget smartphones with 18:9 display

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September 20, 2018

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Meizu V8 and Meizu V8 Pro Unveiled: Budget smartphones with 18:9 display

The Chinese smartphone brand Meizu is quite failing to make a mark in the smartphone world. However, it is not giving up on bringing new smartphones anytime soon. It recently launched two new phones. Namely known as the Meizu V8 and Meizu V8 Pro, these handsets are targeted at the budget-oriented customers.

Talking about the specs, both the smartphone possesses a polycarbonate body on the design side. And in terms of display, both of them sports a 5.7-inch display, which features an HD+ (720 x 1440 pixels) resolution in an 18:9 aspect ratio.

Also Read: Meizu Mobiles Price in Nepal

On the software side of things, both the Meizu V8 and Meizu V8 Pro comes with Android Oreo (v8.0) with Flyme UI on the top. That’s not all, the selfie shooter on both the phones is the same also in terms of resolution as both of them are of 5MP. Finally, that’s the end of similarities. In terms of the rear camera is the premium one among the two with dual camera setup at the back. The camera pair on the V8 Pro is the combination of 12MP and 8MP sensors each enjoying lenses with f/2.2 aperture. However, there is just a single lens on the Meizu V8. A 13MP camera with f/2.2 aperture rests comfortably on its back.

On the performance front, the smaller sibling or the Meizu V8 comes with the MediaTek MT6739. There also lies 3GB of RAM and 32GB of onboard storage. The V8 Pro, on the other hand, features a MediaTek MT6762 Helio P22 chipset, which is quite powerful over the MT6739. Even on the storage front, the V8 Pro boasts surplus RAM and memory. With 4GB of RAM and 64GB of onboard storage, the V8 Pro could be a good choice for multitasking and storing the files and documents.

In terms of pricing, the better of the two or the Meizu V8 pro is tagged along with the price of CNY 1,100 ($160/€140). The affordable of the two or the Meizu V8 by name will cost CNY 800 ($115/€100) on the purchase.

Meizu V8 Specifications

Display: 5.7-inch IPS display, 77.6% screen-to-body ratio
Resolution: HD+ (720 x 1440 pixels), 18:9 aspect ratio, 282PPI
Chipset: MediaTek MT6739
CPU: Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU: PowerVR GE8100
OS: Android Oreo 8.0 with Flyme UI on the top
RAM: 3GB
Storage: 32GB, expandable storage up to 128GB
Rear Camera:13MP, f/2.2, AF, Dual LED (Dual-tone) flash
Front Camera: 5MP, f/2.2
Sensors: Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Battery: 3,200mAh
Price: CNY 800 ($115 or €100 or NPR 13,225)

Meizu V8 Pro Specifications

Display: 5.7-inch IPS display, 77.6% screen-to-body ratio
Resolution: HD+ (720 x 1440 pixels), 18:9 aspect ratio, 282PPI
Chipset: MediaTek MT6762 Helio P22
CPU: Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU: PowerVR GE8320
OS: Android Oreo 8.0 with Flyme UI on the top
RAM: 4GB
Storage: 64GB, expandable storage up to 128GB
Rear Camera:Dual: (12MP, f/2.2, AF) + (5MP, f/2.2), Dual LED (Dual-tone) flash
Front Camera: 5MP, f/1.9
Sensors: Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Battery: 3,100mAh
Price: CNY 1100 ($160 or €140 or NPR 18,400)

Colors Mobile announces its festive offer “Colors Happy Sawari”

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September 20, 2018

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Colors Mobile announces its festive offer “Colors Happy Sawari”

Colors Mobile announces its festive seasonal offer for this year. While various companies are trying to attract customers with their campaigns, Colors has brought its “Happy Sawari” offer! The offer is already up and running for the customers this festive season.

The objective of the offer is to have something for everyone. None of the customers will return empty-handed, as per the company. There will be various gift hampers and prizes for everyone. The offer is available on the purchase of the following mobile phones:

Colors P-20
Colors P-45
Colors P-50 Plus
Colors P-65
Colors P-70
Colors P-85 Plus Selfie Pro
Colors Pride 5C
Colors Pride 5E
Colors S1
Colors S9
Colors S11

Customers will receive a unique code number on each purchase that will make them eligible for the enrollment in the lucky draw. With the lucky draw, customers will get a chance to win a Suzuki Lets scooter, Colors 32″ LED TV, Daily 100% Cashback, or a Gift Voucher of up to Rs.1500. Winners will be announced every week via Facebook through the unique code number.

The offer will last a total of 55 days, during which 7 Suzuki Lets scooter, 30 sets of Colors 32″ TV, Daily 100% Cashback offer and Gift vouchers of Rs.1500 will be given to the lucky winners.

This offer is already running- started from 19th September, i.e. 3rd Ashoj and will go up to 27th Kartik, i.e. 13th November.