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Sajilo Marmat Sewa – One Stop Destination for all your Home Maintenance Services

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Sajilo Marmat Sewa – One Stop Destination for all your Home Maintenance Services

It is pretty laborious to avail quality and reliable handymen services for small and varied home repair and maintenance jobs in the Kathmandu valley. And even if you find them, they turn out to be exorbitant, disobliging, or just far away from you.  Sajilo Marmat Sewa is one of the first one stop maintenance solutions in the country that wants to tackle these issues by providing faster, simpler, and cheaper Handyman services.

Sajilo Marmat Sewa or SMS will provide you with the following services

  • Plumbing Maintainance
  • Electrical Maintainance
  • Electronic Appliances Maintainance
  • Laptop and Desktop Maintainance
  • Computer Network Maintainance

They started their services on June 20, 2017, and have been in function ever since. Their current target clients list includes household along with sectors in hospitality, restaurants, corporate office buildings, retail & wholesale stores, hospitals & private clinic and other SME’s.

Sajilo Marmat Sewa aim is to provide expert maintenance services for homes and corporate offices in Kathmandu Vallet at a reasonable price.

They quote that the reasons to choose Sajilo Marmat Sewa are

  • One stop maintenance solution
  • Hassle free services: convenience
  • Responsiveness
  • Quality of work
  • Experienced technicians
  • Competitive price
  • Security

How does it all work?

They have annual maintenance contracts and on call work. With a wide spread connection of technicians spread through out the valley, they can afford to provide quick and reliable services to their customers.

Currently, the company has a network of more than 100 technicians who have already served more than 1000 households inside the valley, they claim. And they also have an annual based contract with organizations who need more of their services on a more frequent basis.

If you want to find out more or need assistance with the mentioned services, you can visit their website. You can find their rates and contact number if you are currently in need of a handyman.

Study: Playing Video Games at Work Reduces Stress

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Study: Playing Video Games at Work Reduces Stress

Our day to day life is jam-packed with the things we like to do and things we don’t really enjoy. Undoubtedly, amidst all this, stress becomes a major part of our everyday life. Students, office-goers, parents and everyone can become a victim of this.

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, there is a beneficial side to stress as it helps us develop the skills that we need to manage potentially threatening situations. However, no one can deny the potentially serious health consequences of stress. When prolonged or severe enough, stress can make an individual feel overwhelmed and out of control. There are many victims of stress all across the globe. Some of them even suffering from serious psychological distress severe enough to require medical treatment. To add to the fright, those who are the most affected, often can’t afford general medical treatment.

Researches and studies are constantly being carried out to understand the depth of the circumstances surrounding stress and it’s hazards. A new research carried out on office-goers to study what causes them stress and what can be done to relieve them of it, a new finding has been brought to light. The antidote had been with us all along: video games! yes, video games!

According to the new report, published by the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, more than half of Americans regularly experience cognitive fatigue related to stress, frustration and anxiety while at work. This research also found out that, those individuals who work in safety-related critical fields—such as health care and air-traffic control—are at an even greater risk of cognitive fatigue, which could lead to many errors and hazards at work.

Certainly, there have been studies that have linked playing video games to violence and other problems including addiction, obesity, social isolation, postural defects. However, counter studies to prove that video games are not fatal were being carried out religiously. In that context, this study has come forward claiming that playing video games at work will help to relieve stress.

Michael Rupp, a doctoral student in human factors and cognitive psychology at the University of Central Florida, and the co-authors of this study, decided to evaluate whether casual video game play during rest breaks is an effective way to combat workplace stress. in order to do this, they used a computer-based tasked to induce cognitive fatigue to 66 participants. They were then given a 5-minute break. The rest break was utilized to make the participants play a video game called Sushi Cat, perform a guided relaxation activity or sit quietly in the testing room without a phone or a computer.

Throughout the experiment, the researchers measured the participants’ stress level, mood and cognitive performance. They found that only those who played the video game reported that they felt better after the break. Those who took a silent rest break felt they were less engaged with work and experienced worry. And those who were in the guided relaxation break saw reductions in negative affect and distress.

Now, to quote Michael Rupp:

“We often try to power through the day to get more work finished, which might not be as effective as taking some time to detach for a few minutes. People should plan short breaks to make time for an engaging and enjoyable activity, such as video games, that can help them recharge.”

So, what are you waiting for? It’s safe AND beneficial to play video games at work!

Meizu Pro 7 and Pro 7 Plus launched with Dual-cameras and Dual-displays

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Meizu Pro 7 and Pro 7 Plus launched with Dual-cameras and Dual-displays

Meizu has officially unveiled its flagship Android smartphones for 2017. Dubbed Meizu Pro 7 and Pro 7 Plus, the newbies come with Dual-cameras, Dual-displays, and Helio X30 chipset, MediaTek’s flagship deca-core chipset.

The Meizu Pro 7 and Pro 7 Plus share the identical design language featuring the same full metal unibody construction. Both the smartphones carry dual-cameras on the rear panel. The Dual-cameras used on the back is 12MP Sony IMX386 sensors, where one functions as Monochrome (b/w) sensor and another as RGB (color) sensor.

On the front, Meizu Pro 7 and Pro 7 Plus sports 5.2-inch and 5.7-inch super AMOLED display respectively sourced from Samsung. The display on the Meizu Pro 7 offers Full HD resolution whereas its elder sibling aka Meizu Pro 7 Plus offers QHD resolution. Since the smartphones bear dual-displays, there is another 1.9-inch display on the rear panel beneath the camera setup. The dual-display was conceptualized and introduced on Yota Phones, which had E-ink display on the rear panel. Though the concept and innovation were impressive, it failed to garner customers. Unlike the Yota phones, Meizu has used super AMOLED displays on Pro 7 and Pro 7 Plus. The secondary display can be used to view notifications, control music player, gain weather information and to take selfies. Because of the presence of dual-camera setup on the back, the secondary display will assist in taking selfies with Bokeh effects.

Upfront there is a 16MP camera for taking selfies, which features a wide aperture of f/2.0. Meizu Pro 7 and Pro 7 Plus are powered by Helio X30 chipset, which is a flagship chipset from MediaTek. The chipset has a deca-core processor that runs at a clock speed of 2.6GHz. However, the cheaper variant of Meizu Pro 7 is provided with dated MediaTek Helio P25 chipset. To keep the device nourished, Pro 7 has 3000mAh battery, which includes mCharge 3.0 for quick charging and reducing the company of the phone with the wall-charger. The Pro 7 Plus embraces a slightly bigger powerhouse as compared to its sibling. Pro 7 Plus has 3500mAh battery with mCharge 4.0 for quick charging. mCharge 4.0 uses 5V 5A (25W) charging process, which ensures 0-67% battery just in 30 minutes. With this charging process, mCharge 4.0  is considered faster than the OnePlus’s Dash Charge.

On the software side, both the smartphones boot on Android Nougat with Flyme OS 6 on the top. The smartphones also include dedicated audio chips. Both the smartphones will go on sale from August 5. As for the pricing, the base variant (64GB Storage/Helio P25) of the Pro 7 costs a price of 2,880 Yuan ($425), whereas its higher end counterpart (128GB storage/Helio X30) costs 3380 Yuan ($500). On the other hand, Meizu Pro 7 Plus has the price of 3580 Yuan ($530) and 4080 ($605) for the base and high-end variant respectively.

Meizu Pro 7 Specs

  • 5.2 inch Full HD (1,920 x 1,080p) Super AMOLED Display
  • 1.9 inch(240 x 536 pixels) Super AMOLED Secondary Display
  • MediaTek Helio P25/Helio X30 Deca-Core Processor
  • 4GB RAM
  • 64GB Storage (Helio P25)/128GB (Helio X30)
  • 12MP (RGB) + 12MP (Monochrome) Sony IMX386 Dual Rear Camera with LED Flash
  • 16MP Front Camera
  • 3,000mAh Battery with mCharge 3.0
  • Fingerprint Sensor
  • Android Nougat 7.1 with Flyme OS 6 on the top

Meizu Pro 7 Plus Specs

  • 5.7 inch Full HD (1,920 x 1,080p) Super AMOLED Display
  • 1.9 inch (240 x 536 pixels) Super AMOLED Secondary Display
  • 2.6GHz MediaTek Helio X30 Deca-Core Processor
  • 6GB RAM
  • 64GB/128GB Internal Storage
  • 12MP (RGB) + 12MP (Monochrome) Sony IMX386 Dual Rear Camera with LED Flash
  • 16MP Front Camera
  • 3,500mAH Battery with mCharge 4.0
  • Fingerprint Sensor
  • Android Nougat 7.1 with Flyme OS 6 on the top

Nokia 5 finally launched in Nepal

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Nokia 5 finally launched in Nepal

Nokia 5 has been launched in Nepal. Paramount Electronics Pvt. Ltd., the authorized distributor of Nokia phones in Nepal, has brought Nokia 5 in Nepal embedding the price tag of Rs. 21,350.

Latest Price: Rs. 18,499 [Last Updated on December 6, 2018]

Nokia 5 comes with a 5.2-inch display offering an HD resolution. The display bears Gorilla Glass on the top for the protection from scratches and cracks during minor falls. The device is powered by Snapdragon 430 chipset backed by 2GB of RAM. On the storage side, the device has 16GB of internal storage, which can be expanded up to 128GB via SDcard.

On the software side, Nokia 5 comes with Android Nougat out of the box. Since no UIs have been included, users will be privileged to use the stock version of Android. The presence of stock Android has kept the Nokia 5 free from unnecessary bloatware. On the optics side, Nokia 5 enjoys 13MP sensor on the back with f/2.0 aperture aided by PDAF and Dual-LED (dual-tone) flash. An 8MP camera lies up front for the selfies. The selfie shooter also has a wide aperture of F/2.0. The device also has a Fingerprint sensor on the home button to acknowledge the user’s privacy and to provide additional security to it. The device is nourished by 3000mAh battery.

Nokia 5 Specifications in a nutshell:

  • 5.2-inch IPS LCD HD display with Gorilla Glass protection
  • Rear Camera: 13MP with f/2.0, PDAF Dual-LED (dual-tone) Flash
  • Front camera: 8MP with f/2.0
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 processor
  • Android v7.1.1 Nougat (stock Android)
  • 2GB of RAM
  • 16GB of internal Storage
  • Expandable Storage: Up to 128GB
  • Sensors: Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
  • MicroUSB 2.0 (no USB Type-C), USB OTG compatible
  • Google Assistant
  • 3000mAh Non-removable battery
  • Latest Price: Rs. 18,499 [Last Updated on December 6, 2018]

So, given the price and specs, what are your thoughts for the new Nokia 5? Let us know in the comment section.

Also Read: Nokia Mobiles price in Nepal

Samsung introduces Dashain offer; 5 lucky winners to celebrate Dashain on foreign soil

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Samsung introduces Dashain offer; 5 lucky winners to celebrate Dashain on foreign soil

The major festival of Nepal – Dashain, is months away. But offers and discounts for the festival has already to surface in some places. And this time it’s the leading smartphone brand of Nepal – Samsung.

Samsung always comes up with unique offers for Dashain. Last year it gave discounts on almost all the products it sold then, and this time the company is here with “Utsab ko Umanga – Bidesh ma bhetau aafna sanga” offer. The offer is basically meant for people who have relatives working outside Nepal for their livelihood. According to officials at Samsung Nepal, the company will be sending five lucky winners to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE, South Korea and Malaysia. These countries are still the first choices for Nepali people who decide to work on foreign soil.

I am really liking Samsung’s step to bring together families.

samsung dashain offer

How to participate in the Samsung Dashain Offer:

  1. Buy a Samsung smartphone
  2. Write who and why you want to meet in any of the 5 countries (Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE, South Korea and Malaysia)
  3. Drop the paper into a Dropbox present in Samsung Brand Store’s outlets
  4. All done!

Even though the “Utsab ko Umanga” offer is targeted for Dashain, it will run until 14th August. It started from 23rd July and is being provided by HIM Electronics and Integrated Mobility Solutions.

Don’t Miss: Samsung Mobile Phones Price in Nepal

Leagoo M8 Review: A 5.7-inch Phablet on a Budget

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Leagoo M8 Review: A 5.7-inch Phablet on a Budget

Leagoo smartphones were introduced in Nepal last year. The Leagoo M8 is one of the mid-range phones from the company and is priced at Rs. 15,499. The USP of the device is its bigger 5.7″ display, a huge 3500mAh battery with fast charging, and a fingerprint sensor. With so many phones in a budget segment, can the Leagoo M8 compete? We review to find out.

Leagoo M8 Specs Highlights: 

  • 5.7-inch, HD(1280 x 720 pixels) IPS Display, 2.5D Arc
  • Android 6.0 Marshmallow with Freeme OS6.0 on top
  • Quad-core MediaTek 32bit MT6580 with Mali-400 MP2 GPU
  • 2GB of RAM
  • 13MP rear camera, dual flash
  • 8MP front-facing camera
  • Dual SIM dual standby
  • 16GB of internal storage
  • MicroSD card support (up to 128GB)
  • 3500mAh battery
  • Rear-mounted fingerprint sensor
  • Color: Titanium Grey, Galaxy white, Champagne Gold
  • Price Rs. 15,499

Design

Visually, the Leagoo M8 looks almost similar to its M series siblings. It is, however, the biggest of the bunch and trades in the capacitive buttons for on screen navigation bar. The phone is enclosed in a metallic frame with a plastic back, just like on the 2016 Samsung J series phones. The front of the phone is quite similar to most of the budget phones, although overall the phone felt quite cheap in hand including the metallic frame.

Leagoo M8 On screen navigation keys

There is a USB port on the bottom, headphone jack on the top, both volume keys and power button on the right side and an empty left side. The front houses a display along with the front cameras and the sensors.

Leagoo M8 Design Review

The back of the phone has a small bump for the camera and fingerprint sensor. The buttons on the sides also failed to give enough satisfying feedback. Overall, the phone looks reasonably well but the build quality is average.

Display

The device has a huge 5.7-inch 720p HD IPS display. If you love big screens, the M8 has one. Even the phone’s motto of the phone is “Huge View” hinting to its screen real-estate. The IPS technology delivers very good colors and wide viewing angles. The resolution is where the display disappointment. With a 1280*720 resolution on a huge 5.7-inch screen, it’s not quite as sharp as you would like it to be. The display is bright enough for cloudy outdoors but on bright days, you might have problems.

Leagoo M8 Display Review

Performance

The M8 runs on an outdated 32-bit Cortex A7 Quad-core MediaTek MT6580 with Mali-400 MP2 GPU. The phone performs OK for what I experienced. With 2 GB of RAM and 16GB of storage, the phone is fine for basic use. However, with a few lags here and there, it will be enough for basic use for an average user.

Although gaming on the Leagoo M8 was a huge surprise. I expected games to be laggy and unplayable but it ran games like temple run 2 and clash royal all the way up to even Leo’s fortune. That might be due to the lower resolution screen, but the main thing is the M8 is capable of running most average games smoothly.

Software

The software is one of the biggest downsides of the phone. The phone runs on Android 6.0 Marshmallow with Freeme OS on top. If you have used any Android phones from a Chinese manufacturer, it looks and feels exactly the same if not worst. There is very less optimization of any sorts and that affects the performance, battery life, and your daily usage.

You do get a few things here and there, like using the fingerprint sensor to navigate through the phone, a built in screen recorder, dual tag (multi account on apps like FB, Viber, Whatsapp), theme club, and even their own app store.

I also don’t expect the phone to get the Nougat update or any other types of updates. You won’t find any custom ROMs for Leagoo phones either. Although for any average person this won’t be much of an issue.

Connectivity

Connectivity wise, the Leagoo M8 comes with a Dual Sim support with a separate MicroSD card slot. However, there is no 4G support. Other things include standard connectivity options like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, compass, GPS and Proximity sensor.

Battery

There is a 3500mAh battery which might sound like a lot but as mentioned earlier the Leagoo M8 suffers from very bad software optimizations. You can get about 3-4 hours of screen on time which is about decent for a phone of this price. Although with a huge battery and fairly lower pixeled screen, I expected a lot more (maybe 6-7 hours of SOT). You do get options like power saver (Ultra power saving mode on Samsung phones) and battery saver (basically limits the phone’s performance). It takes about 2 hours from the default charger that you get in the box to get to a 100%.

leagoo m8 battery review

Camera

The camera on the Leagoo M8 is a 13MP on the back and 8MP on the front. Both the cameras are about as good as they get for this price. The front camera takes decent selfies for social uploads. The back also takes decent photos with up to 1080p video recording. You do get a few camera modes along with an option to take pictures using your fingerprint sensor which was nice in case you needed to take a selfie. Under good lighting, it is capable of producing some good photos.

Verdict

If you are on a budget and want a phone that will get you through the day, the Leagoo M8 is the one for you. Don’t expect the best feeling in hand or a light and well-built phone but do keep in mind that it provides decent specs, cameras and even a finger print sensor for this price.

Leagoo M8 Back Camera Review

What I liked about the phone

  • A fingerprint sensor at this price
  • Decent performance and a few built in software features like fingerprint navigation, dual tag, and built-in screen recorder
  • Price to performance ratio
  • Inclusion of fast charge
  • Inclusion of a clear case in the box

What I disliked about the phone

  • The cheap feeling, built and weight of the phone
  • Lack of software optimization and lack of 4G
  • Even though the 4 hour on screen time is average, the phone huge battery paired with the low-resolution screen should have provided a more decent battery life
  • UI of the phone feels cheap

Alternatives to the Leagoo M8

Xiaomi Redmi 4A

The phone priced at Rs. 14,999 sports a 5-inch HD IPS LCD display and powered by a 1.4GHz Quad-core Snapdragon 425 processor with 2GB of RAM and Adreno 308 GPU. It runs on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow out of the box with MIUI8 on top. The device has a 13-megapixel rear facing camera with 5MP at the front. The good thing about this phone is that it has a big 3,120 mAh battery. You can check out our review of the Redmi 4A here.

Nokia 3

Nokia 3 is the low-end Android-powered released recently in Nepal. At the front, the device sports a 5-inch display which ends in a 2.5D glass arc. The highlight of the Nokia 3 is the Android v7.0 Nougat it runs on. It has a small 2,650 mAh non-removable battery. A Quad-core MediaTek 6737 processor powers the Nokia 3. The Nokia 3 comes with a polycarbonate back like those found on the Lumia phones.

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Xiaomi Mi 5X Launched running on MIUI 9

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Xiaomi Mi 5X Launched running on MIUI 9

Xiaomi, as promised, released the Xiaomi Mi 5X today. Although almost all of the specs match the leaks, there are a few thing we didn’t know.

The smartphone comes with a 5.5″ 1080p screen, a Snapdragon 625 SoC paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. It also has the same dual 12MP camera as the Xiaomi Mi 6. It runs on 3,080mAh battery which is decent enough provided the power efficient chipset.

The specialty of the phone according to Xiaomi is the discreet antenna design and a smooth anti-fingerprint coating.

The Mi 5X runs on Android Nougat 7.0 with MIUI 9 on top. The newly released MIUI 9 brings three key features –  Image search, Smart assistant, and Smart app launcher. They also released that MIUI has 2.8 billion active users from 142 countries speaking 55 different languages.

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The phone costs around $220 (NRs.22,500) for the 4GB/64GB version and is available in Gold, Black, and Rose Gold colors. The phone is yet to launch in Nepal.

LG Q8 with 5.2-inch QHD display, Dual Rear Camera Launched

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LG Q8 with 5.2-inch QHD display, Dual Rear Camera Launched

After the launch of the G6’s mini version, the V20 also gets a smaller counter part – the LG Q8. The phone will be available in “select European markets” with Asian markets getting next month. The LG Q8 is priced at US$ 778.

The Q8 will not feature the Full-Vision as the LG G6(2,880 x 1,440 resolution and 18:9 ratio) display as the V20 didn’t have it either. It will, however, inherit the secondary display that sits beside the front camera. The main display is a 5.2-inch QHD screen.

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The LG Q8 gets a dual lens camera setup on the rear. The primary lens is a 16MP f/1.8 aperture with dual-tone LED Flash, Laser AF, 78-degree lens, OIS and 4K video recording. The secondary lens is an 8MP snapper with f/2.4 aperture, and135-degree lens. The front houses a 5MP front camera with f/1.9 aperture, 120-degree wide-angle lens.

The LG Q8 also has water resistance capabilities (IP67). It is powered by a Snapdragon 820 SoC paired with 4GB of RAM & 32GB ROM. It has a 3000mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0. It also has a 32-bit Hi-Fi Quad DAC for a clear sound by minimizing distortion and ambient noise by up to 50%.

Sony Xperia XZs launched in Nepal: Pre-booking started

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Sony Xperia XZs launched in Nepal: Pre-booking started

Sony Xperia XZs, which was announced at MWC 2017 back in February, is making an entrance in Nepal. It is the successor of Sony’s last year flagship Xperia XZ and closely resembles the predecessor in specs and design. Tagged with the price of Rs. 69,000, Sony has started taking pre-orders for the phone. Though valued with a hefty price tag, Sony has tried to lure its potential buyers offering a free power bank (whose capacity is yet veiled).

Sony XZs overview

Sony XZs comes with a 5.2-inch Full-HD display with Gorilla Glass protection. The pixel density of 424 PPI on the phone does not seem that disappointing, but the thick bezels on the top and the button could be the turn off factor for the most. The phone is powered by last year’s flagship chipset Snapdragon 820 backed by Adreno 530 GPU.

The ultimate selling point on the phone is the camera. The device boasts a 19MP sensor, which is a demotion in the Megapixel count as compared to its predecessor. But since the Megapixel count does not depict the quality of the images, the camera on XZs is not an absolute downgrade but an upgrade with increased pixel size and more importantly the capability of taking slow-motion videos at 960 fps. Xperia XZs is also capable of shooting 4k videos. The rear camera on the device is also favored with Predictive Phase Detection and Laser Auto Focus. On the front, there is a 13MP sensor for taking selfies. The front shooter has a wide aperture of f/2.0, which is capable of letting the greater amount of light and aids to take sharp, clear and noiseless shots even in low lights.

On the storage side, the Xperia XZs enjoys 64GB of internal storage and 4GB of RAM. The internal storage can be expanded up to 256GB via SDcard. The device comes with Android Nougat with light UI on the top giving glimpses of the stock Android. Sony XZs is fueled by mediocre 2900mAh non-removable battery though promised with Quick Charge 3.0.

Sony XZs Specifications in a nutshell

  • Dimension: 146 x 72 x 8.1 mm, Weight: 161g
  • 5.2-inch IPS LCD Full-HD display with Gorilla Glass protection
  • Rear Camera: 19MP with f/2.0, EIS, Predictive Phase Detection and Laser Auto Focus, LED Flash
  • Front camera: 13MP with f/2.0
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 chipset
  • Quad-core (2×2.15 GHz & 2×1.6 GHz) processor
  • Adreno 530 GPU
  • Android v7.1 Nougat
  • 4GB of RAM
  • Internal Storage: 64GB
  • Expandable Storage: Up to 256GB
  • IP68 certified (water and dust resistant)
  • Sensors: Fingerprint, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass, color spectrum
  • USB Type-C connector
  • 2900mAh Non-removable battery with fast charging (Quick Charge 3.0) capability

  • Sony Xperia XZS Price in Nepal: 69,000

Verdict on Sony XZs

Sony smartphones launch in Nepal in a languid pace after months of their launch in the international market. And Sony XZs is not an exception. Sony used to have a good market share in Nepal once. However, they are losing their grip now. The probable reason could be the late launches of the phones. And given the price and specs, the smartphones brought are unable to compete in the market since Chinese smartphones are prevailing offering a greater value for money. This reason has caused sales drought of Sony products in the recent years. And the ultimate answer to sales drought is the price drop. Looking at the history, Sony Xperia XA would be the perfect example. Sony Xperia XA, which was launched for Rs. 34,500 is now available for Rs. 18,000. So if you have liked the phone and willing to buy then anticipation can save you some bucks.

Before buying this smartphone, the striking question would be ‘is the phone really worth the price?’ There are smartphones in the similar price bracket that supersede Sony XZs in every possible aspect except for the 960 fps frame rate, which is only available on shooting 720p videos. So just for the slow motion videos at 960 fps frame rate, does the phone deserves all the money? I will leave it to answer on your own. In addition to all the grudges, Sony smartphones are not easily available for purchase as they lack proper penetration with a limited number of retailers. And finding the Sony service centers is another gruesome exercise. So if you are having a second thought on buying the smartphone, here are few alternatives.

Sony XZs OnePlus 5 Samsung S7/S7 Edge
5.2-inch IPS LCD display 5.5-inch Optic AMOLED display 5.1/5.5-inch Super AMOLED display
1080 x 1920 resolution (424PPI) 1080 x 1920 resolution (401PPI) 1440 x 2560 resolution (534/577 PPI)
Snapdragon 820 chipset Snapdragon 835 chipset Exynos 8890 chipset
4GB RAM 6GB RAM 4GB RAM
64GB Internal Storage 64GB Internal Storage 32GB Internal Storage
Rear Camera: 19MP, f/2.0, EIS, Predictive Phase Detection and Laser AF Rear Camera: 16 MP Sony IMX398 sensor with f/1.7 aperture and EIS + 20 MP Sony IMX350 sensor with f/2.6 aperture Rear Camera: 12MP, f/1.7, PDAF, OIS with 1/2.5″ sensor size and 1.4 µm pixel size
Rear Camera (video): 2160p@30fps, 720p@960fps Rear Camera (video): 2160p@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@30/120fps Rear Camera (video): 2160p@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 720p@240fps
Front camera: 13 MP, f/2.0 with 1/3″ sensor size & 1.12 µm pixel size Front camera: 16 MP, f/2.0 with EIS & 1.0 µm pixel size Front camera: 5 MP, f/1.7 with 1/4.1″ sensor size & 1.34 µm pixel size
IP68 certified (water and dust resistant)

 

 IP68 certified (water and dust resistant)
2900mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0 3300mAh battery with Dash Charge 3000/3600mAh battery with Quick Charge 2.0
Price: Rs. 69,000 Price: Rs. 59,500 Price: Rs. 57,900 / Rs. 68,900

 

Reliance Jio Phone – “Effectively a free phone”

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Reliance Jio Phone – “Effectively a free phone”

Reliance’s new Jio Phone is certainly a phone for the masses. What makes it so special is it’s effectively free. You have to pay INR. 1,500 as a security deposit and after three years, you return the phone to get the full amount back. And that’s certainly the first time we are seeing something like this.Jio phone launch indian gadgetbyte nepal

The Jio network has about 125 million total subscribers, among which 100 million are paying customers. They are also growing at an unprecedented rate, about seven users each second. This is due to the dynamic and bold move from the CEO of Reliance Industry, Mukesh Ambani. Putting that growth to figures, the CEO claims that their adoption rate is faster than compared to companies like Facebook and Whatsapp.

Coming back to the Jio phone, this is their new effectively free feature phone. Apart from that, it also includes discounted phone bills, starting at as low as Rs 153 per month. For that, you get unlimited data, voice, and SMS which is a very good offer, if not the best.

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The phone itself is 4G enabled including support for 4G VoLTE support which isn’t a common feature found on basic phones. It also comes packed with apps like JioCinema, JioTV, and JioMusic.

The specs include a 2.4-inch screen with a resolution of 240*320 pixels. It has Bluetooth, microSD card support, an alphanumeric keypad, FM radio, NFC, and digital voice assistance. It supports up to 22 different Indian languages and lastly a panic button that works with a long press of the button 5. The processor inside is Qualcomm 205 SoC, which is a dual-core 1.1GHz CPU with 150Mbps down and 50Mbps up.

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You can even mirror contents from your phone including cable channels to your TV (including the old CRT TVs) using a cable. Although you will need to subscribe to the Rs 309 Jio pack for that. Apps like Facebook is pre-installed and WhatsApp support is coming soon. The unlimited data comes with FUP applied after 500MB of daily usage to make up for the lack of Wi-Fi.

Mukesh Ambani says they are targeting 5 million Jio phones to be available every week. The Jio Phone will be available from August 15 as beta and then pre-order starts from August 24.

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