Ringing Bells, with immense support from the Indian government, has launched world’s cheapest smartphone — The Freedom 251. The phone is now listed on the companies official website and is available at a stupefying price of INR.251 (approx NRs.400). The company’s main motive is to make smartphone accessible to everyone in India where only 14% of a population has access to the smartphone.
With a price of NRs.400, one might think the Freedom 251 sports third-rate hardware specs. However, the phone has remarkable specs, to say the least, considering its price. It sports a 4-inch qHD display, quadcore processor, 1GB RAM, 8GB of expandable storage, 3.2MP rear camera, and 1450mAh battery.
Colors Mobile Nepal has just launched a new budget-oriented smartphone under Pride Series Colors Pride P25. The Pride P25 is priced at Rs.6175 and is targeted for the first time smartphone users.
Colors Pride P25 Specs in Detail
The Colors Pride P25 features a 4″ 480*800 WVGA IPS Screen with 2.5D curved glass, and is powered by a Spreadtrum SC7731 SoC with 1.3Ghz Quadcore Cortex A7 processor, and MALI 400MP2 GPU. As far as memory is concerned, the Pride P25 has 512MB RAM and 8GB ROM that is expandable via microSD card slot upto 32GB.
On the back, there is a 3.2 MP back camera with flash, while the front houses a 0.3MP front camera. The battery is of 1450 mAh that is removable and is rated to give a standby time of 400hours. Connectivity wise, the Pride P25 offers two SIM card slots with 3G capabilities, WiFi b/g, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS and FM radio. The phone runs on Android 5.1 Lollipop.
The Colors Pride P25 is currently on sale from different Colors outlets all across Nepal. The Colors Pride P25 is available in two colors: Black and Gold, and comes with a free flip cover.
Today, Samsung will unveil its Galaxy S7, the seventh phone of the galaxy S series line. Samsung will launch the phone at its ‘unpacked’ event today, February 21st, at 11:45 p.m. local time. Like we have seen in the past with Galaxy S6, we know that the flagship will be launched alongside the S7 Edge that has a curved display. So here’s what has been buzzing around about the Samsung Galaxy S7:
Design| Samsung Galaxy S7
We would not expect any drastic changes in the design of the S7 as the S6 was a total redesign from the past galaxy s phones. Samsung has really taken the time to make the designs of their flagships more premium than ever, with metal and glass body.
From the recently leaked renders, we can see that the design of S7 and S7 Edge is not that far from S6, which isn’t a bad thing at all. Another leaked picture shows the back of the phone and again it doesn’t differ from the S6 series. The back looks more curved and it seems that there is no bump for the camera like in the S6 series.
I should say that the leaked images may be different from the official one. But it provides us with a small glimpse of what is to come from the S7 series. It looks like Samsung has taken the core design from the S6 and modified the design to look sleeker and more premium.
Specs| Samsung Galaxy S7
Every flagship from Samsung has the best screen, with the Super AMOLED display and, it won’t be different this time. Both the S7 and S7 Edge most probably will have quad HD resolution like in the S6. What we have also been hearing is that the S7 Edge will have a larger display with 5.5-inch while the regular S7 will be the same 5.1-inch.
Samsung has opted to go for the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 chipset. But there will be variation in chipset from phones bought in different regions. It is rumored that the Snapdragon 820 version will be available in U.S. market while other S7 phones in another region will use Samsung’s new Exynos 8 Octa chipsets. Whether its Snapdragon 820 version or the Exynos version, we think that both of them will be equally powerful and there won’t be much difference to compare.
Battery| Samsung Galaxy S7
The camera, performance, and design everything were great in the S6 except for the battery life; which was really poor. Even though wireless and fast charging was there, it didn’t make up for the battery being so weak.
This time, around Samsung will include a larger 3000mAh battery in the regular S7, which is a good improvement from the S6’s 2550mAh battery. And for the S7 Edge 3600mAh battery will be opted. Like in S6 both of the devices will offer wireless and fast charging.
Camera| Samsung Galaxy S7
Samsung is the manufacturer of the best cameras in smartphones – the galaxy S6, S6 Edge to the Note 5; all of them take amazing pictures. From low light shots to recording 4k videos, the Samsung phones prove their worth. We definitely wouldn’t want the camera to change but it is said that Samsung will downgrade the resolution from 16 megapixels to 12 megapixels. But the aperture of the new S7 will be better than the previous and will allow the phone to take even greater looking pictures in low light situations. I don’t think the downgrade of resolution of the camera is concerning as we all know Samsung is best in the camera department.
MicroSD| Samsung Galaxy S7
We didn’t see micro SD slots in S6 series and Note 5, and many users had a lot to say about it. Finally, Samsung may have listened to their customers and we could see the return of SD card slot in the S7. Some rumors suggest that even if they do not have the separate slot for the SD card, the sim tray may also hold the microSD.
Water Resistant| Samsung Galaxy S7
The S7 and S7 Edge will offer an IP67 water-resistant design. So the users can use the phone in the rain and they wouldn’t have to worry about the phone if it falls into puddles.
Software UI The Galaxy S7 has also been featured in a brief hands-on video, revealing the latest version of TouchWiz, layered on top of Android 6.0 Marshmallow.
Pricing
It has been rumored that Samsung Galaxy S7 will cost €699 while theS7 Edge will be available at €799. Samsung will also be throwing a free Gear VR headset for early birds.
These are all the news and rumors we have heard about the Samsung Galaxy S7 series. Some of these rumors haven’t been made official yet. So, let’s see today if the rumors stand true or not and what Samsung will bring new to the table apart from the stuff we have already heard till now.
Lifecom, the authorised distributor of Lenovo smartphones in Nepal, is set to launch four smartphones in Nepal: A7000 turbo, A6000, A2010, and A1000.
Lenovo A7000 Turbo is company’s latest offering under A-series and features a 5.5-inch FullHD display, 1.7Ghz Octacore 64-bit MediaTek MT6752 SoC, 2GB of RAM, 13MP rear camera with LED flash, 5MP front camera, Android Lollipop 5.0 with Vibe UI 2.0, 16GB of expandable memory with microSD card, and 2900mAh battery. The phone was recently launched in India for INR. 10,999 (approx to NPR. 17,600), however, taking preposterous nature of Nepali smartphone market we can expect the phone to launch at a higher price tag. Let’s hope it won’t cross NPR. 25,000 threshold.
The another phone to get launched is Lenovo A6000–the phone that was launched in Jan 2015. It might look utterly ridiculous that the company is launching more than a year old phone, but if the phone gets launched for a decent pricing, it will totally make sense. The Lenovo A6000 offers a 5-inch HD display, 1.2Ghz Quadcore 64-bit Snapdragon 410 SoC, 1GB of RAM, 8MP back camera with LED flash, 2MP front shooter, Android Kitkat 4.4.4 with Vibe UI 2.0, 8 GB of expandable memory with microSD card, and 2300mAh battery.
LifeCom is also bringing in two budget intended smartphones in Lenovo A2010 and A1000. The Lenovo A2010 features a 4.5-inch FWVGA display, 1Ghz Quadcore 64bit MT6735M CPU, 1GB of RAM, 8GB of inbuilt storage with microSD card slot upto 32GB, 5MP rear camera with LED flash, 2MP front camera, Android Lollipop 5.1, and 2000mAh battery.
The Lenovo A1000, on the other hand, sports a 4-inch WVGA display, 1.3Ghz Quadcore 32bit Spreadtrum CPU, 1GB of RAM, 8GB of inbuilt storage with microSD card slot upto 32GB, 5MP rear camera with LED flash, VGA front camera, Android Lollipop 5.0, and 2000mAh battery.
As expected, Huawei Device Nepal has launched their latest midrange smartphone, the Huawei GR5, in Nepal for a price of NRs.34,000. The phone is quite identical to the Honor 5X, which was launched in India two weeks ago for INR. 12,999 (approx. NRs.20,800).
The phone features a 5.5 inch (1080 * 1920) FULLHD IPS LCD display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 616, that comes with a two 64 bit quad core processor (1.7Ghz quad core Cortex A53+ 1.2Ghz quad core Cortex A53). The processor is supplemented by an Adreno 405 for graphics. In terms of storage, the Huawei GR5 has 16GB of inbuilt storage with a provision of microSD card expansion slot that is upgraded upto 64GB.
Huawei GR5
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The Huawei GR5 comes in a 0.8mm aluminum uni-body and feels premium for its price. It has a 13MP rear shooter with smart image 3.0 image processor and a 5MP snapper up front with f/2.2 aperture, 22mm wide-angle, 4P Lens, Blue Glass filter and an 88 degrees wide angle lens. The back is non-removable and inside there is a 3000mAh battery which supports quick charging 3.0. It also sport a fingerprint sensor on the back that can unlock the phone in just 0.5 seconds. The fingerprint can also be used to accepts calls, silence alarm, shows and clear notification, and take photos.
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huawei gr5 price in nepal
In terms of connectivity, the Huawei GR5 offers dual SIM slot with 4G capabilities (micro sim+nano sim), Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS, and MicroUSB 2.0. The phone is currently running on Android 5.1 Lollipop with Emotion UI 3.1 on top, but according to recent rumors the Marshmallow update is also on works.
Huawei GR5 Full Specs:
Model
GR5
System
Android 5.1
Processor Model
Snapdragon 616 4×1.5Ghz+4×1.2Ghz
Design
Full metal 0.8mm aluminum uni-body
High-speed zircon sand-blast finish
5” full high definition screen
3D curved back
Metal line drawings on the back of phone create a tactile surface
Screen
5” full high definition screen
Assertive technology adjusts colour saturation and contrast in real time
Fingerprint Features
100% improved second generation fingerprint identification technology
Quick unlock; 0.5 seconds
360-degree identification
Wet and dry finger access
Multifunction:
Unlocks screen
Accepts calls
Silences alarm
Shows and clears notifications
Takes photos
Smarter functionality – swipe down and double tap to show and clear notification bar
Safer- fingerprint information store in chipset which protect your privacy in safer way.
After launching their flagship smartphone Eluga Switch, Panasonic Smartphones Nepal has launched 2 budget phones: P50 Idol and P65 Flash. Both these handsets are now available for purchase all across Nepal.
The Panasonic P50 Idol features a 5-inch 720P display, 1.3Ghz quad-core MT6735 processor, 1GB of RAM, 8GB of internal storage, microSD expansion slot upto 32GB, 8MP rear camera with LED flash, 2MP front camera, and 2150mAh battery. It is priced at Rs.12,990.
The Panasonic P50 Flash offers a 5.5-inch 720P display, 1.3Ghz quad-core MT6735 processor, 1GB of RAM, 8GB of internal storage, microSD expansion slot upto 32GB, 8MP rear camera with LED flash, 2MP front camera, and 2950mAh battery. It is priced at Rs.13,990. Both these phones run on Android 5.1 Lollipop and offers dual SIM support.
On The occasion of #saferinternetday (Safer Internet Day 2016) Google Announced a 2GB Bump up for all. Though there was criteria for going through your security checkup, it is quick and easy. You can play with your security for your google account. You just need to Head up to Google and run a thorough look at your security settings. Yes, now you will get your free 2 GB update.
What is Safer Internet Day?
Safer Internet Day is an event for promoting safer and responsible usage of online technologies among young people. It also raises awareness of emerging concerns such as cyberbullying and social networking privacy. The theme of Safer Internet Day 2016 is “Play your part for a better Internet!”
According to the International Telecommunications Union (ITU), Nepal is the fifth cheapest place for cellular mobile use, where the average monthly phone usage costs USD 2.49. The report seems abnormal for a country with only two major carriers in NTC and Ncell.
The cheapest country for cellular mobile use is Srilanka (USD 0.97), followed by Bangladesh (USD 1.42), Iran (USD 2.01), and Pakistan (USD 2.12). The average monthly revenue per user for wireless carriers in the US is a whopping USD 61.51. Considering there are 4 major carriers in the US with great competition between them, we should be fortunate that the rates are extremely low.
However, the number of subscribers is increasing every year, and 8 in 10 users in the developing nations own a mobile phone. As the number of subscriber increase, the carriers need maintenance and need hardware upgrades in the BTS and BSC.
Allied Tradeline, the company that holds the authorization of Panasonic mobiles in Nepal, has launched a new smartphone — Eluga Switch. The Panasonic Eluga Switch is the company’s “premium” smartphone till date but unlike expensive handsets such as the Galaxy Note 5 or the Xperia Z5, the Eluga Switch’s priced to sell with an outright cost of Rs.28,491 in Nepal.
Specs of the Panasonic Eluga Switch include a 5.5-inch Full HD IPS OGS fully laminated display with Asahi Dragon Trail Glass protection, 2GB RAM, 32GB built-in storage but lacks microSD card slot for storage expansion, a 13-megapixel main camera with autofocus and 1080P recording, 8-megapixel front-facing cam with 84-degree wide-angle lens, and a 2910mAh non-removable battery.
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The Panasonic Eluga Switch is powered by a 1.5GHz 64bit octa-core Snapdragon 615 processor with Adreno 405 GPU and boasts a dual front-facing speakers with JBL audio technology. The phone currently runs on Android 5.0 lollipop. Connectivity options include 4G LTE / 3G HSPA+, WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS, NFC, USB OTG.
The Eluga Switch’s design don’t have fixed orientation like most of the handsets and offers a quick flip animation which means you can pick it up in anyway for basic smartphone functions. The phone’s perfect for audiophile as it comes with JBL powered 1.2W dual front speakers with Hi-Fi sound quality and dual microphones.
The Huawei’s Flagship smartphone, Huawei Mate 8 was already launched in CES 2016 few months back. Now the phone has been exclusively launched for the South East Asian market at the recent Huawei event held in Paragon Hall@Siam Paragon, Bangkok, Thailand. The phone is priced at Rs. 80,000 here in Nepal for the 4GB RAM /64GB ROM variant. We played with the handset for some time, and here’s our initial impressions:
First Impression of Huawei Mate 8
Mate 8 has a strong design language with stunning construction, but still manages to feel light while carrying it. Also, we have this smooth metal body which is spitting premium at every touch. Up front, we have this massive 6 Inch 1080p display with the resolution of 368ppi. It seems less compared to the size of the screen, but the display up front looks really amazing. Also, the display is protected with corning gorilla glass 4.
Despite having a massive form factor, the curved back helps the phone to sit comfortably in the hand. The phone is currently running on Android 6.0 marshmallow with Huawei’s Emotion UI 4.0 on top. The interface is similar to the previous generation’s Huawei phones, but the animations are a lot smoother and the icon design seems flatter this time. You won’t have a hard time coping with this phone if you have used Huawei or other phones with no app drawers in the past.
Talking about the performance, it is one area where you don’t have to compromise anything. Everything just flies off smoothly. This phone is rocking the Huawei’s own in-house chipset, Kirin 915 coupled with 4GB of RAM, which has the highest ANtutu benchmarks score compared to any other android devices today. And also on real life usage the phone doesn’t lags, app opening is fast and the animations are smooth.
Huawei Mate 8 Official Photos
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Mate 8 comes with a massive 4000mah of battery, but we still have to test how it Handles on our day to day usage. Overall Mate 8 feels like a solid phone, Huawei always has worked great on its hardware but the software still feels like it needs a lot more attention.
The camera also looks pretty good, even at low light condition. We will talk about the camera in our full review. Overall, the phone looks solid and should compete against Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and iPhone 6s Plus.
Huawei Mate 8 Full Specs:
Size
Height: 157.1mm
Width: 80.6mm
Depth: 7.9mm
Weight: 185gms
Display
6″ FHD 1920 x 1080 with pixel density of 368ppi
16.7M colors, color saturation(NTSC) 95%
High contrast 1500:1
CPU
HUAWEI Kirin 950 (64-bit,16nm FinFET+)
Octa-core (4 x 2.3 GHz A72+ 4 x 1.8 GHz A53)
i5 co-processor
Operating System
Android™ Marshmallow 6.0
Emotion UI 4.0
Memory & Color
4GB RAM
64GB ROM
Champagne Gold; Mocha Gold
Network
Dual SIM with 4G
GPS
GPS/A-GPS/Glonass/BDS
Connectivity
Wi-Fi 2.4G/5G, a/b/g/n/ac with Wi-Fi Direct support
Bluetooth 4.2, support BLE
MicroUSB (High-Speed USB)
Sensors
Fingerprint Sensor
G-Sensor
Gyroscope sensor
Compass
Ambient Light Sensor
Proximity sensor
Hall sensor
Barometer
NFC
NFC supported
Camera
Main camera
16MP, F2.0
OIS (optical image stabilization)
Dual-tone flash
PDAF+CAF autofocus
Digital zoom, up to 4x
Timelapse recording
Video recording: 1080p, 60 fps
support 720P 120FPS Slo-Mo recording
Front camera
8MP, F2.4
Video recording: 1080p, 30 fps
Battery
4000mAh
In the box
Handset; Headset; Charger; Flip Cover; USB cable; Quick Start Guide; Safety Information
We would not expect any drastic changes in the design of the S7 as the S6 was a total redesign from the past galaxy s phones. Samsung has really taken the time to make the designs of their flagships more premium than ever, with metal and glass body.
We definitely wouldn’t want the camera to change but it is said that Samsung will downgrade the resolution from 16 megapixels to 12 megapixels. But the aperture of the new S7 will be better than the previous and will allow the phone to take even greater looking pictures in low light situations. I don’t think the downgrade of resolution of the camera is concerning as we all know Samsung is best in the camera department.
