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Samsung Galaxy S25+ is now available for pre-booking in Nepal

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Samsung Galaxy S25+ is now available for pre-booking in Nepal

Alongside the regular Galaxy S25 and the monstrous Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Galaxy S25+ has landed in Nepal as well. So let’s discuss the official price in Nepal, pre-booking offers, and availability of Samsung Galaxy S25+.

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Samsung Galaxy S25+ Price in Nepal and Availability

The official price of the Samsung Galaxy S25+ in Nepal is NPR 141,999 for the sole 12/256GB variant. You can pre-book Galaxy S25+ in Nepal from Samsung-authorized stores like Hukut. On top of the official pre-booking offer, the first 10 customers who pre-book Galaxy S25+ from Hukut Store will also get free gifts worth NPR 5,000. Including a 25W Samsung charger, a back cover, and tempered glass.

Samsung Galaxy S25+ Price in Nepal (Official)
12/256GB NPR 141,999

Samsung Galaxy S25+ Pre-booking offers

According to Samsung Nepal, the Galaxy S25 series will be up for pre-booking from January 30 – February 13. And the pre-booking offer for the Galaxy S25+ is as follows:

  • You can get Galaxy Buds 3 Pro worth NPR 31,999 for NPR 14,999, and an official Samsung silicone case worth NPR 3,399 for NPR 1,499.

Samsung Galaxy S25+ Overview

Design and Display

Galaxy S25 Plus Design
Galaxy S25 vs Galaxy S25 Plus

The Galaxy S25+ features a 6.7-inch 1440p+ LTPO OLED display, supporting a 1-120Hz refresh rate. Compared to the 6.2-inch display on the regular S25, the S25+ offers a larger screen for those who prefer a bigger display. Like the S25, the S25+ uses an Armor Aluminum frame made from recycled materials and is rated IP68 for dust and water resistance.

Performance and Cooling

Similar to the Galaxy S25, the S25+ is powered by the custom Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, offering 37% improved CPU performance, 30% better GPU power, and 40% faster NPU. It also includes 12GB of RAM and storage options of 256GB and 512GB. The S25+ features the same 40% larger vapor chamber and enhanced thermal interface material for efficient cooling, ensuring it stays cool even during heavy use.

Battery and Charging

The Galaxy S25+ comes with a larger 4,900mAh battery, providing more power than the S25’s 4,000mAh. Additionally, the S25+ supports faster 45W wired charging, allowing up to 65% charge in just 30 minutes. The S25, in comparison, supports 25W wired charging. Both models support 15W Qi wireless charging, though neither supports Qi2.

Camera Features

The camera setup on the S25+ is identical to the Galaxy S25, with a 50MP main camera, a 10MP telephoto lens with 3x zoom, and a 12MP ultrawide camera. Both devices feature a 12MP front camera. The Galaxy S25+ supports 10-bit HDR video recording and improved noise reduction for better low-light video quality, similar to the S25.

Software and Security

Running One UI 7 based on Android 15, the Galaxy S25+ offers the same software experience as the S25. Samsung provides seven years of software and security updates. The S25+ also features post-quantum cryptography for enhanced data security and includes the Personal Data Engine, which processes sensitive data directly on the device.

Samsung Galaxy S25+ Specifications

  • Display: 6.7-inch 1440p+ LTPO OLED, 1-120Hz refresh rate
  • Color options: Navy, Silver Shadow
  • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy
  • Memory: 12GB
  • Storage: 256GB, 512GB
  • Rear Cameras: 50MP (main), 10MP (telephoto), 12MP (ultrawide)
  • Front Camera: 12MP
  • Battery: 4,900mAh, 45W wired, 15W wireless
  • Build: Armor Aluminum frame, IP68 certified
  • Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4
  • Check the full specifications of Samsung Galaxy S25+ here

Meanwhile, check out our review of Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24+

Samsung’s Galaxy S25 is up for pre-booking in Nepal

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Samsung’s Galaxy S25 is up for pre-booking in Nepal

Samsung’s latest compact flagship phone, the Galaxy S25, is now available for pre-booking in Nepal. So let’s take a look at everything you need to know about the Samsung Galaxy S25, including its official price in Nepal, pre-booking offers, availability, and more.

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Price in Nepal and Availability

The official price of the Samsung Galaxy S25 in Nepal is NPR 104,999 for the 12/128GB and NPR 114,999 for the 12/256GB variant. You can buy Galaxy S25 in Nepal from Samsung-authorized stores like Hukut, where the first 10 customers will get additional gifts worth NPR 5,000 for free. Including a 25W Samsung charger, a back cover, and tempered glass

Samsung Galaxy S25 Price in Nepal (Official)
12/128GB NPR 104,999
12/256GB NPR 114,999
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Overview

Design and Display

Galaxy S25 Design and Display

The Galaxy S25 has a 6.2-inch 1080p+ LTPO OLED display with a refresh rate of 1-120Hz, HDR 10+ certification and FHD+ resolution. It is slightly slimmer and lighter than its predecessor. The phone uses an Armor Aluminum frame with recycled materials and has an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance.

Performance and Cooling

The Samsung S25 is powered by the custom Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, offering a 37% improvement in CPU performance, 30% better GPU power, and a 40% faster NPU. It includes 12GB of RAM and storage options of 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB. The phone also features a 40% larger vapor chamber and improved thermal interface material for better heat management.

Battery and Charging

The Samsung Galaxy S25 has a 4,000mAh battery that supports 25W wired charging, capable of charging up to 50% in 30 minutes. It also supports 15W Qi wireless charging but lacks Qi2 compatibility. However, you don’t get any charger in the box.

Camera features

The smartphone has a 50MP main camera, a 10MP telephoto lens with 3x zoom, and a 12MP ultrawide camera. The front camera is 12MP. The phone supports 10-bit HDR video recording and improved noise reduction for low-light videos.

Software and Security

The Samsung Galaxy S25 runs on One UI 7, based on Android 15. Samsung promises seven years of software and security updates. The phone includes post-quantum cryptography for data security and a Personal Data Engine that processes sensitive information locally.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Specifications

  • Display: 6.2-inch 1080p+ LTPO OLED, 1-120Hz refresh rate
  • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy
  • RAM: 12GB
  • Storage: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB
  • Rear Cameras: 50MP (main), 10MP (telephoto), 12MP (ultrawide)
  • Front Camera: 12MP
  • Battery: 4,000mAh, 25W wired, 15W wireless
  • Build: Armor Aluminum frame, IP68 certified
  • Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4
  • Check the full specifications of Samsung Galaxy S25 here

Meanwhile, check out our review of Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24+

Honor X5b+ review: Good for the price

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Honor X5b+ review: Good for the price

The budget section of the Nepali market is filled with many offerings. And Honor has also thrown the ring in the hat with Honor X5b+ and Honor X5b. Both are almost the same phones with just the Plus version beating a higher res rear camera and extra internal storage. So, we have chosen the Plus version to review. Without further ado, let’s get into the Honor X5b Plus review.

Before heading in, let’s take a look at the Honor X5b Plus specs.

Honor X5b Plus Specifications:

  • Display: 6.56-inch TFT LCD, 90Hz, 530 nits (720 x 1612 pixels)
  • OS: Android 14, Magic OS 8
  • Chipset: MediaTek Helio G36 (12nm)
  • CPU: Octa-core (4×2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4×1.6 GHz Cortex-A53)
  • GPU: PowerVR GE8320
  • Memory: 128GB storage, 4GB RAM
  • Expandable Storage: microSDXC
  • Main Camera: 50MP, f/1.8
  • Front Camera: 5MP, f/2.2
  • Battery: 5200mAh, 10W charging
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, USB Type-C 2.0
  • Sensors: Side-mounted fingerprint, accelerometer, proximity
  • Audio: Loudspeaker, 3.5mm jack
  • Colors: Ocean Blue, Starry Purple, Midnight Black
  • Price in Nepal: NPR 14,499
  • Buy Honor X5b here

Honor X5b Plus Review:

A Good-looking Design

The Honor X5b+ bears an attractive design for a budget phone. If you are someone who’s coming from a bar phone, this guy will appease you for sure. The Blue variant I have looks gorgeous. Flipping to the front, you get a 6.56-inch TFT LCD panel with an HD+ resolution.

For my day-to-day usage with scrolling dozens of reels on Instagram or watching some serious Podcasts on YouTube, the display felt okay for the price while an IPS panel would have been more appreciable. While the 90Hz refresh rate is also just fine, if not great.

Honor X5b Plus Video Playback

Performance

On the performance side, the Honor X5b Plus packs a basic Helio G36 processor under the hood. This 12nm fabbed SoC is also found in Redmi A3. For the price, the fabrication is efficient enough to draw less power, which is good for a longer battery life.

Honor X5b Plus Gaming

Talking of the actual performance, the chip runs fine for normal tasks such as web browsing, social media, and light games. I noticed some occasional stutters but it’s completely normal for a budget phone. So, I let that slide in. Other than that, the MagicOS is also simple and most importantly, there are no ads whatsoever.

Connectivity

Getting to the connectivity side, you get VoLTE support on both NTC and Ncell. Meanwhile, VoWiFi or Wi-Fi Calling also works fine on NTC’s network while Ncell is yet to implement this service. So, you can get HD quality calls by either using a 4G network or WiFi on the Honor X5b Plus. One thing I did miss here is the lack of support for 4G carrier video calling. It’s a pretty handy feature that lets you video call without using any internet data from NTC to NTC SIM.

Honor X5b Plus VoLTE

Camera

Honor X5b Plus Camera

Lastly, let’s talk about cameras. This phone houses a primary 50MP sensor while upfront, there is a 5MP selfie snapper. You can take some decent images (for the price). The same goes for selfies. Likewise, you can shoot basic 1080p 30fps videos from this phone.

Daylight

Portraits and Selfies

Night

Battery 

The 5000mAh battery here lasts for 1 and a half days if you are a moderate user. While the 10W charging speed is quite slow. I really wish it was at least 15W.

Honor X5b Plus Charging

Honor X5b Plus Review Conclusion:

Okay concluding, the Honor X5b Plus suffices your need if you are looking for an affordable phone. It’s got a good battery life and good looking design. I mean, there is not much to complain over here.

Honor X5b Plus Casual

Honor X5b Plus Review: Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Nice design
  • Decent Cameras
  • Simple UI

Cons

  • Slow 10W charging

Pebble is bringing its e-ink smartwatches back in an open-sourced way

Surakshya Acharya
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Pebble is bringing its e-ink smartwatches back in an open-sourced way

Pebble, the company that revolutionized the smartwatch industry with its first device in 2012, is making a comeback. Its smartwatches were known for their unique e-paper display and impressive 7-day battery. Because of this, they sold over 2 million units back then. In 2016, the company handed over its intellectual property to Fitbit, but now, after nearly a decade, Pebble is planning to return with a new and improved version of its e-ink smartwatch.

Pebble’s Return

What makes Pebble’s E-Ink smartwatch special?

For those unfamiliar with e-ink display, it is the technology that allows screens to be easily read in direct sunlight, unlike traditional backlit displays. This feature has made Pebble’s smartwatches stand out for their readability. Furthermore, the smartwatches used to run on PebbleOS, the custom operating system that took the engineers of the company more than four years to develop.

Pebble e-paper design

“Core set of features”

Pebble’s founder, Eric Migicovsky, has expressed his dissatisfaction over the direction smartwatches have taken since 2021. As per him, smartwatches should feature always-on e-paper displays. Moreover, the watches should also have a long battery, after all, the original Pebble had a 7-day battery life back then.

Furthermore, the official also believes the UI on smartwatches should remain simple. The users should be able to control music directly from their watch with physical buttons, all without needing to look at the screen.

Pebble e-ink display

Not just that, Migicovsky also took a swipe at Apple’s closed ecosystem, stating that the smartwatch should be “hackable,”. Meaning, that it should allow users to customize features like watch faces, something Apple does not allow.

What’s next?

In a recent blog post, Migicovsky revealed that he and a small team are diving back into the hardware world to revive Pebble. While the new smartwatch may have a different name (Google currently owns the rights to “Pebble”), it will retain the core features that made the original device so successful, along with some exciting new additions.

While the exact specifications of the upcoming Pebble smartwatch remain not confirmed, we are expecting they will be built on the strengths of the original model.

PebbleOS goes Open-Source

One of the most exciting developments for the Pebble brand is that PebbleOS is going open-source. Thanks to Google, which now controls Pebble’s intellectual property. This will let enthusiasts and developers build and create new Pebble-compatible smartwatches.

What is happening to OnePlus in Nepal? It’s actually concerning!

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What is happening to OnePlus in Nepal? It’s actually concerning!

OnePlus is a well-received name in the smartphone world. But OnePlus in Nepal is kinda going on an absurd path and it’s quite concerning. First, the pricing is way way higher and next, the smartphone launches are always late. In this article, I’ll discuss everything about OnePlus, its current status in Nepal, and the prevalent issues.

The Current Scene of OnePlus in Nepal:

The Inception and Current Distributors

OnePlus gained its cult status back when the OnePlus One made a huge success in the smartphone world, back in 2015. Initially launched with CyanogenOS, the company then developed its own custom OxygenOS after having legal disputes with Motorola over CyanogenOS. And OxygenOS became a major hit, thanks to its unmatched smoothness and customization options amongst the competition.

And this Chinese company made its way into Nepal back in 2017 with the launch of the OnePlus 2, the OG with Snapdragon 810 chipset. The distributor back then was iHub Pvt. Ltd. Now rolling back to 2025, we have two distributors: Kratos and SmartTalk. So, they are the ones bringing in all OnePlus phones and products in Nepal for the time being.

Carl Pei’s Farewell

Car Pei, the co-founder, and mastermind behind the OnePlus success, left the company in October 2020 to later find his own company “Nothing”, sparking a wild shock in the tech world. And as expected, OnePlus got “OppoFied”, starting with the code base merger of Oppo’s ColorOS and OnePlus’s OxygenOS. This move diminished the OG charm of the OxygenOS and didn’t fit quite well among the OnePlus fans, leading to mass criticisms. Well, the company kept on moving with increased pricing and losing the “Flagship Killer” status by providing actual Flagship offerings. Slowly, people began to adapt to these moves and the brand managed to maintain a good market share, especially in India.

Carl Pei One Plus

The Current Scene of OnePlus in India and Nepal

OnePlus is a very popular brand in India, thanks to its value-for-money phones and competitive pricing. The biggest South Asian country always witnesses swift launches of the latest OnePlus phones. The sub INR 25,000 range has a good phone such as OnePlus Nord CE 4 and then, we have OnePlus Nord 4 at INR 30,000. Likewise, the latest flagship and semi-flagship duo, the OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R are also launched at pretty nice pricing. Plus, the “Notorious Green Line” is also somehow solved in India, with a lifetime warranty and replacement service for the affected phones.

OnePlus 13R Casual
OnePlus 13R

But the situation is quite weird on this side of the border. OnePlus is popular here too but we haven’t witnessed the latest launches. And let me remind you of the terrible pricing of the OnePlus 12 and OnePlus 12R. It landed here at NPR 139,999 (16/512GB) and NPR 90,999 (16/256GB). To compare, the same variants of these guys launched in India at INR 69,999 and INR 45,999 respectively. Which converts to NPR 111,999 and NPR 74,599. I don’t really think, Nepal deserves such outrageous pricing just because it’s a small market. I mean, a 5000 rupees price difference on the flagship could have been acceptable but given the pricing, it’s outrageous to the very core.

Late Launches

Okay putting the pricing issue aside, there is another one which is also equally concerning. The Nepalese market is still waiting for the launch of the OnePlus Nord 4 and Nord CE 4 which were unveiled months ago in India. Instead, we got the OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite at NPR 41,499, powered by the old Snapdragon 695 chip. And it is again way cheaper in India, available at just INR 20,999 which converts to NPR 33,599. And we are yet to see the launch of OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R. Assuming its current and past tracking, the pricing of the 2025 flagship offerings is also very likely to be on the higher side sadly.

OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite Design and Display
Nord CE 4 Lite

OnePlus in Nepal: Conclusion

Well, due to the smaller size of the market, Nepal has always been taken for granted by big companies. In particular, smartphone prices are comparatively expensive here in Nepal except for some brands. And OnePlus Nepal is not helping much to ease the scene. First, it’s launching new devices at a super high price, and that too, is not on time. And it’s high time, the respective distributors should make the right amendments for both pricing and swift launch of OnePlus smartphones in Nepal.

Infinix Smart 9 HD launched with Helio G50 chipset

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Infinix Smart 9 HD launched with Helio G50 chipset

Infinix recently launched the Infinix Smart 9 as its entry-level 4G smartphone. Now, the company has introduced an HD version of this model as a successor to the Smart 8 HD. According to Infinix, the standout feature of the Smart 9 HD is its exceptional durability. In this article, we’ll look closer at the Infinix Smart 9 HD, its specifications, and its expected price in Nepal.

Infinix Smart 9 HD Overview

Infinix claims the Smart 9 HD has undergone different tests, meeting the durability standards of flagship devices. Specifically, the phone has been subjected to 250,000 repeated drop tests, six-sided drop protection, and over 200 additional quality and durability checks.

Infinix Smart 9 HD durability

Design and Display

The design of the Smart 9 HD closely resembles the Infinix Smart 9, featuring a sleek, monotone finish. On the rear, the device has two cameras along with an LED flash.

Infinix Smart 9 HD design

The Smart 9 HD comes with a 6.7-inch HD IPS LCD display that supports a 90Hz refresh rate and offers a peak brightness of 500 nits. The phone’s dimensions are 165.7 x 77.1 x 8.35mm, and it weighs 188 grams. Additionally, it also boasts an IP54 rating, offering splash resistance.

Performance and Software

Powering the Smart 9 HD is the MediaTek Helio G50 chipset, which is a step down from the Helio G81 found in the standard Smart 9. This octa-core processor features Arm Cortex-A53 cores clocked at 2.2GHz instead of a hybrid big-little core configuration.

MediTek Helio G50

Moreover, the phone is equipped with 3GB of LPDDR4X RAM, expandable virtually up to 6GB or 8GB, alongside 64GB of eMMC 5.1 storage, which can be expanded further via a dedicated microSD card slot. The device runs on XOS based on Android 14 (Go Edition).

Camera and Battery

In terms of optics, the Smart 9 HD has a 13MP rear camera with an f/1.85 aperture. The front camera is an 8MP unit with an f/2.0 aperture, and it includes a front flash for improved selfies in low-light conditions.

Infinx Smart 9 HD camera

Furthermore, the phone is equipped with a 5,000mAh battery, which the company claims can provide up to 14.5 hours of video playback and 8.6 hours of gaming. It supports 10W charging and features an AI charge protection function designed to safeguard the battery from overcharging and extend its overall lifespan.

Additionally, the other features include dual SIM support, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB Type-C, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for security.

Infinix Smart 9 HD Specifications

  • Design: Flat design with a monotone back panel, IP54-rated
  • Dimensions: 165.7 mm x 77.1 mm x 8.35 mm
  • Weight: 188 grams
  • Display: 6.7” IPS a-Si HD LCD panel, up to 90Hz refresh rate, 500 nits typical brightness
  • Chipset: Octa-core MediaTek Helio G50 (12nm)
  • RAM: 3GB LPDDR4X + 3GB virtual RAM (expandable up to 6GB or 8GB)
  • Storage: 64GB, expandable via microSD card
  • Operating System: Android 14 (Go Edition) with XOS 14.0
  • Rear Camera: 13MP Primary
  • Front Camera: 8MP Camera
  • Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor
  • Battery: 5,000mAh cell with 10W charging
  • Connectivity: Dual SIM, 4G, Dual-band Wi-Fi 5, Hotspot, Bluetooth, IR Remote, USB Type-C, 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Colors: Mint Green, Coral Gold, Metallic Black, Neo Titanium

Infinix Smart 9 HD Price in Nepal and Availability

The Infinix Smart 9 HD (3GB/64GB variant) is priced at INR 6,699 in India. Once it launches in Nepal, the expected price for the Infinix Smart 9 HD is around NPR 11,500.

Infinix Smart 9 HD Price in India (Official) Price in Nepal (Expected)
3GB + 64GB NPR 6,699 NPR 11,500

Nothing Phone (3a) is on the way with a Snapdragon chip and a telephoto cam!

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Nothing Phone (3a) is on the way with a Snapdragon chip and a telephoto cam!

Nothing, a brand that has rapidly gained a strong foothold in the smartphone market, is preparing to launch yet another device in its growing lineup. After the success of its previous releases, including the Nothing Phone 1 and Nothing Phone 2, the Nothing Phone (3a) is also arriving pretty soon. Here’s everything we know so far about the Nothing Phone (3a).

Nothing Phone (3a) Rumors:

Teasers

Nothing has officially tested the launch event of Nothing Phone (3a) and (3a) Plus. It is occurring on March 4th, 2025.

Nothing Phone (3a) Teasers

Design and Performance

One of Nothing’s standout features is its distinctive design with transparent backs and integrated LED strips. And this guy is expected to continue this design tradition. We’ll also get to see a 120Hz AMOLED panel too.

Snapdragon 7s Gen 3

On the performance front, this phone will make a significant leap. It will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset, which is an upgrade over the previous MediaTek chipsets used in earlier models. This 4nm fabbed chip from Qualcomm brings in one prime Cortex-A720 at 2.5GHz, three Cortex-A720 at 2.4GHz, and four Cortex-A520 at 1.8GHz frequency. It will be paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. On the software side, the Nothing Phone (3a) will boot on NothingOS 3.1 built on top of Android 15.

Camera and Features

In terms of optics, this smartphone will push things further this time by adding a third lens, a 50MP telephoto camera, in addition to the standard 50MP wide and 8MP ultra-wide cameras.

Nothing Phone 2a Plus CamerasBesides all the improvements, for the first time, Nothing users will get a phone without eSIM support.

Other variants

Alongside the Nothing Phone (3a), two other variants are expected to be released: the Nothing Phone (3a) Plus and the CMF Phone 2. The (3a) Plus will share the same Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset as the base model but will feature a periscope zoom camera. Meanwhile, the CMF Phone 2 will feature a MediaTek Dimensity chipset.

CMF Phone 1 Camera

Nothing Phone (3a) Launch and Availability 

The Nothing Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Plus will be unveiled on 4th of March 2025 alongside pricing and availability details.

DeepSeek vs ChatGPT – How do they compare?

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DeepSeek vs ChatGPT – How do they compare?

When ChatGPT was first introduced, it became an instant favorite to everyone. But now, there’s a new player in town: DeepSeek. This open-source, completely free AI model from China is not only giving ChatGPT tough competition but is also proving that the future of AI might not be as expensive as we thought. Let’s get into the depth of DeepSeek vs ChatGPT.

DeepSeek vs. ChatGPT

When ChatGPT hit the stage, it was like the AI world had found its rockstar. Developed by OpenAI, ChatGPT quickly became the go-to tool for everything from writing essays to debugging code and even crafting dad jokes (hahaha!). Its ability to understand and generate human-like text made it a global sensation, and for good reason.

But here’s the catch: while ChatGPT’s early versions were free, the latest and greatest iterations like GPT-4 (and newer) come with a price tag. Sure, you get what you pay for, but not everyone is willing to spend money for AI-powered small talk.

Enter DeepSeek, China’s answer to the AI arms race. This open-source, completely free AI model is not just keeping up with ChatGPT it’s giving it serious head-to-head challenges.

DeepSeek R1

Why DeepSeek stands out

DeepSeek is a powerful AI tool that’s been making big headlines lately. It’s open-source, meaning developers worldwide can tinker with it, improve it, and make it their own. And the best part? It’s absolutely free. No subscriptions, no hidden fees, and no “premium features” locked behind a paywall. Recently it was revealed that the Chinese company had created Deepseek for around 5 million dollars, which created a massive upheaval in the US market, particularly that of the chip company like NVIDIA, who lost more than 600 Billion dollars in a single day.

But DeepSeek isn’t just about being free it’s also a powerhouse in terms of performance. In several key areas, it’s already surpassing ChatGPT. For instance, DeepSeek excels in handling complex mathematical problems, is incredibly efficient at processing and summarizing large volumes of text, let’s not forget its multilingual capabilities, which are giving ChatGPT a tough time in the global market. I’ve written a separate article where you can see how DeepSeek competes equally and even outperforms tools like ChatGPT-4 and Claude 3.5.

deepseek benchmark score

On the downside, ChatGPT provides fair answers to any question, no matter the country of origin, however, DeepSeek refrains from answering questions related to China’s censored news or sensitive topics.

How do they compare?

Pricing

DeepSeek R1 stands out for its affordability, you can use it for free, while OpenAI charges $20 for ChatGPT o1. For developers, its API is 27x cheaper than ChatGPT o1. Additionally, the DeepSeek team has open-sourced its RL method for test-time computing.

1V1

I compared them in multiple categories, and here’s how it went:

Q1. Reasoning 

“if a train leaves Station A at 10:01 AM, traveling at 60 km/h, and another train leaves Station B at 11:00 AM, traveling at 80 km/h toward Station A, at what time will they meet if the distance between the stations is 300 km?”

Both of the models were able to reason out pretty well with the same answer.  However, my view is that the chatgpt had a much clearer explanation that could be well laid out to a layman.

Q2. Creative writing

“Write a short story (100 words) about an anti-hero who’s alienated from his society”

So talking on “creative” writing, I wasn’t particularly impressed by either of the models. However, Deepseek has the edge as it attempts to amalgamate alienation with a more pronounced set (creating a mythical fiction-like background), compared to ChatGPT who seems to bring out the most cliched definition of alienation in existence. Above we can see, how Deepseek uses the role of an anti-hero as a universally applicable being and not just as limited to a modern individual who’s “anti-establishment”. The neon-lit set also explains how ChatGPT just vomits the typical/cliched view of lighting and staging as something very mechanical and having no individuality of its own.

3. Knowledge/ Essay Writing

“Grierson, Flaherty and several other documentary pioneers were explicitly influenced by the strategies of Russian cinema, particularly their use of montage, yet these strategies have for the most part been rejected by more contemporary documentary film practitioners. Examine why (or if!) you think this to be the case, citing examples. [ In 250 words]”

Regarding knowledge/history-based questions, I think both of them did pretty well. But my view is that ChatGPT gave a better answer, as it also countered the fact that the strategies of Russian cinema are still in action and not rejected in their entirety.

Conclusion: ChatGPT vs Deepseek

In my opinion, both of them have strengths and weaknesses. Aside from its political censorship of anything related to China, I think it does a commendable job compared to its competitors. However, because of the low operating budget, Deepseek users can face problems with traffic as more and more people are trying to access it.

A few more words

While the U.S. has been leading the AI race for years, China is catching up fast. DeepSeek is just one example of how Chinese AI is becoming an alarming competitor. Looking ahead, the possibilities are endless. And with models like DeepSeek leading the charge, the future of AI might just have a “Made in China” label.

Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones launching soon as it passes FCC

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Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones launching soon as it passes FCC

Sony is finally preparing to launch the WH-1000XM6, the successor to the WH-1000XM5 after 3 years. The new model is on the headlines as it has passed through FCC. This headphone is also expected to bring design changes and potential upgrades. In this article, will discuss everything we know so far about the latest Sony WH-1000XM6 rumors, leaks, and so on.

Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones Rumor

Earpads and Hinge

Sony WH-1000XM6 RUMORS

The WH-1000XM6 ( named as YY2984) will introduce removable earpads and a redesigned hinge. It is understood that the upcoming Sony headphones will allow for easier earpad replacements or customization.

Connectivity and Chipset

The headphones will support Bluetooth 5.3, though it remains unclear whether Bluetooth LE Audio will be included. Additionally, Sony might use a MediaTek chipset instead of its previous custom solutions. Meanwhile, fast charging is also expected to be available. The driver size will remain the same as the WH-1000XM5.

Sony WH-1000XM6 Launch Timeline

According to speculations, the upcoming Sony WH-1000XM6 could be unveiled as early as April 2025.

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Noise teased its “Master Series” in collaboration with Bose

Surakshya Acharya
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Noise teased its “Master Series” in collaboration with Bose

Noise, one of India’s popular wearable brands, has teamed up with Bose for its upcoming “Master Series.” This is a big deal for Noise, as they’re bringing Bose’s amazing sound quality to their products. While we don’t know all the details yet, we’re sure it’s going to be something premium. Without any delay, let’s dive into the details.

Noise and Bose Collaboration

In 2023, Noise made headlines with the announcement of its first-ever funding round, which included a strategic investment from Bose. While the company has not disclosed the exact investment amount and the percentage of stake acquired by Bose, the partnership signals a major step for Noise.

Noise Air Buds 3
Image: Noise Air Buds 3

According to co-founder Amit Khatri, this collaboration with Bose will help the company enhance its capabilities and elevate its product offerings.

Nicholas Smith, Senior Vice President of Bose, also emphasized the importance of this partnership, stating:

“As we looked at the opportunity to reach more people with the benefits of our technology in India, investing in Noise became an obvious choice.”

Teaser image

Noise has now teased an image featuring the phrase “Sounded by Bose,” which hints that the upcoming device will deliver exceptional sound quality, likely focusing on high-fidelity audio.

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Master Series Specifications

A big part of what we can look forward to is Bose’s expert touch when it comes to tuning. With their experience, they’re likely to perfect the sound curve and add their signature quality to Noise products. So one thing for sure Master Series will be packed with Bose-tuned audio, meaning a serious upgrade in sound quality.

Noise Buds Nero Low Latency
Image: Noise Buds Nero

Moreover, the Noise is known for prioritizing active noise cancellation (ANC) in its products, so it’s safe to assume that the Master Series will include this technology. There are very few details about this upcoming product and moreover, the official announcement is yet to be made. However, the name “Master” gives us the idea that this series will feature premium design and enhanced quality.

While the teaser image looks like a headphone as part of the Master Series, Noise has also hinted at a product called “Master Buds,” which could mean the series will include both headphones and earbuds.

Conclusion

With Bose’s expertise and Noise’s growing reputation, the Master Series is about to offer a top-tier audio experience. Stay tuned for further updates.

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