With Apple iPad 10.2 and iPad mini in the market, now we are waiting for iPad Air 5. This will be the fifth-generation laptop in the Air series and is rumored to be powered by an A15 Bionic chip. These rumors have been leaked by Mac Otakara; a Japanese publication. The leak also suggests that there will be a new iPhone SE 3. Here, we will talk about the rumored specs of the iPad Air 5.
Apple iPad Air 5 Rumors
Apple A15 Bionic Chip
As mentioned earlier, Apple iPad Air 5 will be powered by Apple’s in-house A15 Bionic chip. If we recall correctly, this is the same silicone chipset found in the iPhone 13-series which launched a few months back. This means the chipset is based on a 5nm fabrication process and upgrades the CPU performance by 50%. We have also expected 5G connectivity alongside the iPad Air 5.
We have come to know that the new iPad Air will have a comparable spec sheet like the iPad Mini 6. There will be a 12MP front-facing camera with center stage compatibility. The latter means you can go hands-free and multitask during calls or video recording and the camera tracks where you are and keeps you in the frame all the time.
Moreover, there are suggestions that the iPad Air will have the same display specs and design as 2020’s iPad Air. This means there will be a 10.9-inch display with a Touch ID power button. Likewise, it will have a USB Type-C port for charging.
Apple iPad Air 5 expected launch date
The Mac Otakara also leaks that the iPad Air 5 will launch in the Spring of 2022. But, Apple has suggested that the iPad will be before us in March or April. So, the best thing for us is that we can wait and then see for ourselves.
After tons of rumors, the Realme GT Neo 2 has finally gone official. This succeeds the recently launched GT Neo. The phone has now entered the Nepali market via Daraz 1 Rupee game and the original price is NPR 54,199 for an 8/128GB memory variant. Here, we will dig into the specs, features, availability, and the official price of the Realme GT Neo 2 in Nepal.
Realme GT Neo 2 Overview
Display and Design
Starting from the design, the Realme GT Neo 2 flaunts a 6.62-inch display with Full HD+ resolution. The Samsung E4 AMOLED panel boasts a 120Hz refresh rate while the touch sampling rate is also approximately measured at 600Hz. There is a peak brightness of 1300nits and a contrast ratio of 5,00,000:1. Further, the device supports DC Dimming and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5 on the screen.
Moving on to design, there is a rectangular camera module with a matte finish rear panel. Since this is an OLED panel, there lies an in-display fingerprint sensor for security. Likewise, there is a punch-hole cutout with a selfie snapper above the screen. There are three color configurations – Black Mint, Blue, and Shadow Black. Among these, the Blue one is not available in Nepal.
Performance and Memory
Powering the Realme C21Y is Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 chipset. It is teamed up with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage while the former can expand up to 7GB virtually. On the software front, there is Android 11 running on top of the Realme UI 2.0.
The device sports an 8-layer three-dimensional heat dissipation structure while the stainless-steel vapor cooling area lies integrated inside it. The brand claims the latter to be the largest on the entire portfolio of Realme smartphones. Moreover, there is a diamond thermal paste as a cooling material in the handset. This maintains 20% batter heat dissipation in comparison to the GT Neo.
Camera
Talking about the cameras, there is a triple camera setup at the rear panel inside the rectangular module of Realme GT Neo 2. It has a 64MP primary lens, an 8MP ultra-wide sensor, and a 2MP scanner for macro shots. Likewise, there is a 16MP front-facing camera. In general, the camera setup is like the setup in GT Neo.
Rest of the Specs
Fueling the Realme GT Neo 2 is a massive 5,000mAh battery cell with 65W fast charging support. There is a stereo speaker setup with Dolby Atmos and Hi-Res Audio support in the device. Lastly, Wi-Fi 6 802.11, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS (L1+L5), NFC, and USB Type-C handles the wireless connectivity.
The Realme GT Neo 2 has an official price rate of NPR 54,199 for the 8/128GB version in Nepal. It officially entered the market via Daraz’s one rupee game. You can order it via Hukut.com or any Realme authorized retail stores.
Tecno Nepal has now launched Camon 17P; its mid-range phone inside the market. In this post, we will dig into the specs, features, availability, and the official price of Tecno Camon 17P in Nepal.
Tecno Camon 17P Overview
Design and Display
The new Tecno Camon 17P flaunts a 6.8-inch LCD with 60Hz of refresh rate and 500nits of brightness. It has an 82% screen-to-body ratio and a 20:9 aspect ratio. Further, there is a center-aligned punch-hole cutout lying just above the screen which holds the front-facing camera.
There is a vertical camera module at the back of the model. They converge the light ways by design. There are three color options available to choose from – Frost Silver, Magnet Black, and Spruce Green.
Performance and Memory
Powering the Camon 17P is a MediaTek Helio G85 chipset based on a 12nm fabrication process. It integrates two Cortex A75 and six Cortex A55 cores clocked at the speed of 2.0GHz and 1.8GHz respectively. Likewise, it has a sole memory option of 6GB RAM and 128GB internal memory. The latter can be expanded up to 128GB via a dedicated microSD card slot.
Camera
As per optics, there is a quad-camera setup with a 64MP primary sensor in the Tecno Camon 17P. Others are two 2MP camera lenses for macro and portrait shots respectively. And lastly, there is an AI lens whose purpose is yet to be clear. Upfront, there is a 16MP selfie snapper lying in the center-aligned punch-hole cutout above the screen.
Battery and extras
Fueling the device is a massive 5,000mAh battery cell with 18W charging support. For biometrics, there is a physical side-mounted fingerprint scanner and a software-based face unlock. The phone runs on Android 11 on top of HiOS. Other sensors include an accelerometer, ambient light, proximity, and G-sensor.
Tecno Camon 17P Specifications
Dimension: 76.44 x 168.67 x 8.82mm
Display: 6.8-inches “Dot-in” LCD panel, 500 nits
Resolution: FHD+ (2460 x 1080 pixels)
Chipset: MediaTek Helio G85 4G (12nm)
Memory: 6GB RAM, 128GB storage storage
Software: Android 11 with HiOS on top
RearCamera: Quad (64MP primary, 2MP portrait, 2MP macro, AI lens)
The official price of Tecno Camon 17P in Nepal is NPR 23,690 for the sole memory configuration – 6/128GB. You can buy the handset from any Tecno-authorized store across Nepal.
Anker has launched a pair of budget TWS in the Nepali market. As we know, it provides affordable accessories in the market, this time we have received Anker Soundcore R100. Here, we will look at the specs, features, availability, and the official price of the Anker Soundcore R100 in Nepal.
Anker Soundcore R100 Overview
Design
The Anker Soundcore R100 flaunts an in-ear fit design with silicone tips. There are three pairs of ear tips inside the box – small, medium, and large. Nepal doesn’t have the while color configuration available in Nepal, but you can buy the black one which is the same except the color. There is a charging case with an elliptical look and an LED indicator. It can survive minor splashes and can be worn while working out since it is IPX5 certified. This is the first product on the company’s R-series. The brand claims that they are specially designed for millennials and Gen Z customers.
Features
Moving on, there is a 10mm driver integrated into the Soundcore R100 earbuds which have an impedance of 16Ohms. The frequency response range can vary from 200Hz to 20kHz. It comes with Bluetooth 5.0 protocol with 10 meters range. Further, you can get BassUp technology in the buds. It has a dedicated bass mode that users can switch to after pressing either button three times. However, Anker has no high bit-rate audio codes but the basic SBC and AAC codes.
There is no touch-capacitive control center on the Anker Soundcore R100 which is a disappointment considering other earbuds at a similar price. You need to press the button physically on either earbud to control the playback, volume, and so on.
Battery and Charging
We are yet not sure of the battery size in the earbuds but according to the brand, it gives 6.5 hours for non-stop playback time after a full charge. After combining it with a charging case, you can have 25 long hours of battery life. The charging is done via a USB Type-C port that lies at the bottom of the power case. You can charge the buds completely in one and a half hours and only 10 minutes of charging can add you to one hour of playback time.
Charging time: 1.5 hours (1 hour of playback with 10 minutes of charging)
IP rating: IPX5, sweat resistant
Power case charger: Type-C
Anker Soundcore R100 Price in Nepal
The official price of Anker Soundcore R100 in Nepal is NPR 3,849. You can buy it from authorized retail stores like Hukut where you can get 18 months of warranty.
Nepal Telecom has received the green light for 5G trials alongside some allocated spectrum. They submitted a plan to start 5G trials back in June which is now approved by the Nepal Telecommunications Authority (NTA). It had arranged a 2600MHz spectrum and now that it got the approval, it will start trial soon. NTA has decided to make 60MHz of frequency bandwidth available to Nepal Telecom in its preferred 2600MHz band (n41).
The next step for Nepal Telecom 5G
Since it has already been approved, Nepal Telecom will soon start importing and installing the required network infrastructures for the given 5G operation. It is on the contract that Nepal Telecom must submit its progress report on the subject every three months to the Nepal Telecommunications Authority (NTA). If it ever fails to submit the report in the allocated time, then its 5G license can get annulled.
Nepal Telecom can have free access to the 2600MHz band for a year if only it would meet the requirements. However, it can not charge users in that period. Likewise, NTA will take the spectrum back where the equipment used can be utilized on the 4G network. It will not be allowed to test 800MHz or any other band that it already has without the permission of NTA. It is yet to see if it succeeds or fails in the trials on the provided spectrum.
Ncell 5G Approval
Moving on, NTA has still not approved the 5G trials request of Ncell. Ncell is one of the major private telecom operators with a maximum number of users in Nepal. It applied for the permission of 5G trials months ago but is yet to be approved.
Redmi Note 11 series has gone official in the Chinese market. Among the three phones in the series, Redmi Note 11 is the most affordable handset while the Note 11 Pro and Pro+ have some upgraded features at a little more price. In this post, we will dig into the specs, features, availability, and expected price of the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G in Nepal.
Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G Overview
Display and Design
Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G flaunts a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with 1080×2400-pixel resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. Above the screen is a center-aligned punch-hole cutout that holds the selfie camera. Likewise, the aspect ratio and the PPI density approximately measures 20:9 and 395 respectively. It supports HDR10 content with 700 nits of typical brightness and 1200 nits of peak brightness.
The Note 11 Pro+ weighs 207 grams and embeds 163.7×76.2×8.3mm of dimension. It features flat edges around it and can survive minor water splashes since it has received IP53 certification. Further, there are three color variations for the phone – Timeless Purple, Forest Green, and Mysterious Black.
Performance and Memory
Powering the device is MediaTek’s Dimensity 920 5G based on a 6nm manufacturing process. It has an octa-core CPU with two Cortex-A78 and six Cortex-A55 cores clocked at the speed of 2.5GHz and 2.0GHz respectively. Likewise, the graphics depart is handled by Arm’s Mali-G68 MC4 processor. Moreover, there is an integrated 5G modem that supports dual-5G standby.
On the software front, the phone boots on Android 11 on top of MIUI 12.5. There are three memory configurations for the device – 6/128GB, 8/128GB, and 8/256GB of UFS 2.2.
Camera and Audio
Under the hood, the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ packs a triple camera setup. It has a 108MP main camera with f/1.9 aperture, 0.7microns pixel capacity, and dual-pixel PDAF support. Likewise, there is an 8MP ultrawide lens with a 120degrees field of view and a 2MP telephoto macro shooter with f/2.4 aperture. They can shoot HDR and panorama pictures while the video resolution is up to 4K at 30 frames per second. The module also holds an LED flash for better shots.
Upfront, there is a 16MP selfie snapper that can shoot 1080p videos at 30 frames per second. As per audio, it has stereo speakers for the loudspeaker which emits 24-bit/192kHz audio tuned by JBL. Moreover, it also supports 3.5mm headphones.
Battery and Extras
The device gets its fuel from a non-removable Li-Po 4,500mAh battery cell with a 120W fast-charging capacity. According to Xiaomi, it takes approximately 15 minutes for a full charge. For biometrics, there is a side-mounted fingerprint scanner and a software-based face unlock. Other sensors include an accelerometer, gyro, and compass.
Lastly, there are wired connectivity options as Wi-Fi 802.11, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS (A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS), and NFC. In addition, it also integrates an infrared blaster. Likewise, there is USB Type-C 2.0 for charging and data transfer purpose.
As we consider the price of Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G in China, we can estimate its price in Nepal to start around NPR 40,000 for the 6/ 128GB memory variant since the Chinese market has its price at CNY 1,799.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 series has gone official in the Chinese market. Among the three phones in the series, Redmi Note 11 is the most affordable handset. In this post, we will dig into the specs, features, availability, and expected price of the Redmi Note 11 5G in Nepal.
Redmi Note 11 5G Overview
Display and Design
Redmi Note 11 5G flaunts a 6.6-inch IPS LCD with 1080×2400-pixel resolution and 90Hz refresh rate. This phone is the only one from the Note 11 series to lack the AMOLED panel. However, the Redmi Note 10 is its predecessor featuring the AMOLED one. Above the screen is a center-aligned punch-hole cutout that holds the selfie camera. Likewise, the aspect ratio and the PPI density approximately measures 20:9 and 399 respectively.
The Note 11 weighs 195 grams and embeds 8.8mm of thickness. It differs from other high-end models by featuring the curved edge design while the other models have flat edges. It can survive minor water splashes since it has received IP53 certification. Further, there are three color variations for the phone – Galaxy Blue, Mint Green, and Mystery Black.
Performance and Memory
Powering the device is MediaTek’s Dimensity 810 5G based on a 6nm manufacturing process. It has an octa-core CPU with two Cortex-A76 and six Cortex-A55 cores clocked at the speed of 2.4GHz and 2.0GHz respectively. Likewise, the graphics depart is handled by Arm’s Mali-G57 MC2 processor. Moreover, there is an integrated 5G modem that supports dual-5G standby.
On the software front, the phone boots on Android 11 on top of MIUI 12.5. There are four memory configurations for the device – 4/128GB, 6/128GB, 8/128GB, and 8/256GB of UFS 2.2. The last one is also up for grabs.
Camera and Audio
Under the hood, the Redmi Note 11 packs a dual-camera setup. It has a 50MP main camera with PDAF support. Likewise, completing the setup is an 8MP ultrawide lens. They can shoot HDR and panorama pictures while the video resolution is still unspecified. The module also holds an LED flash for better shots.
Upfront, there is a 16MP selfie snapper that can shoot 1080p videos at 30 frames per second. As per audio, it has stereo speakers for the loudspeaker which emits 24-bit/192kHz audio. Moreover, it also supports 3.5mm headphones.
Battery and Extras
The device gets its fuel from a non-removable Li-Po 5,000mAh battery cell with a 33W fast charging capacity. According to Xiaomi, it takes approximately 62 minutes for a full charge. For biometrics, there is a side-mounted fingerprint scanner and a software-based face unlock. Other sensors include an accelerometer, gyro, and compass.
Lastly, there are wired connectivity options as Wi-Fi 802.11, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS (A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS), and NFC. In addition, it also integrates an infrared blaster. Likewise, there is USB Type-C 2.0 for charging and data transfer purpose.
Connectivity: Dual 5G, Wi-Fi ac (2.4GHz + 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.2, GPS / GLONASS / BEIDOU / GALILEO / A-GPS, USB Type-C
Battery: 5000mAh with 33W charging
Color Options: Galaxy Blue, Mystery Black, and Mint Green
Redmi Note 11 5G Price in Nepal
As we consider the price of Redmi Note 11 5G in China, we can estimate its price in Nepal to start around NPR 25,000 for the 4/ 128GB memory variant since the Chinese market has its price at CNY 1,199.
Afew months back 120Mbps CG net was introduced in Nepal which disrupted the Nepali ISP market. And now, it has brought a cost-effective 50Mbps internet plan under “Super सस्तो Package”. Here, we will look further into the price, duration, availability, and fair usage policy of CG net 50Mbps internet.
CG Net 50Mbps “Super सस्तो Package”
The 120Mbps CG Net that started a few months back brought major disruption to the Nepali ISP market. Following the footsteps, other ISPs also introduced internet plans with higher bandwidth plans. This includes Subisu’s 150Mbps and Worldlink’s 300Mbps. But since not everyone wants high bandwidth internet, CG has introduced a 50Mbps internet plan under “Super सस्तो Package” for Rs.649 per month. You can subscribe to the plan monthly, tri-monthly, half-yearly, or yearly. However, the price per month – Rs. 649 remains the same despite your subscription.
CG Net’s 50 Mbps internet plan resides above other major ISP’s 40 and 60Mbps internet plans. You can see the comparison in the table below:
Internet Plan
1 Month
3 Months
6 Months
12 Months
Extras
CG Net
50Mbps
Rs. 649
Rs. 1,947
Rs. 3,894
Rs. 7,788
N/A
Worldlink (Dashain Offer)
40 Mbps
Rs. 1,850
Rs. 5,450
Rs. 7,900
Rs. 13,200
Free Net TV + Wi-Fi Mobility
60 Mbps
Rs. 2,200
Rs. 6,450
Rs. 8,600
Rs. 14,400
Vianet (Dashain Offer)
40 Mbps
Rs. 1,850
Rs. 5,400
N/A
Rs. 13,200
Free ViaTV
60Mbps
Rs. 2,250
Rs. 6,600
N/A
Rs. 15,000
Note: These Prices are exclusive of 13% VAT
One-time Charge
If you are interested in a subscription to 50Mbps CG internet plans, you will be able to skip installation and drop wire charges. However, you must pay double for dual-band router and router’s levy charges and refundable deposits.
1 Month
3 Months
6 Months
12 Months
Installation Charge
Free
Drop Wire Charge
Free
Single Band Router
Rs. 2,500
Rs, 2,000
Rs. 1,500
Free
Dual Band Router
Rs. 3,500
Rs. 3,000
Rs. 2,500
Rs. 2,000
Refundable Deposit
Rs. 500
Fair Usage Policy (FUP)
With the bandwidth, the data usage quota for Fair Usage Policy (FUP) also lowers which means the quota is 1300GB now. If you cross it, the speed reduces based on the additional bandwidth volume you consume.
Original data bandwidth
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Data Usage Quota
Up to 1300GB
1300 – 1400GB
1400 – 1500GB
Upwards of 1500GB
FUP Speed Policy
50Mbps (original speed)
50% of original speed
30% of original speed
10% of original speed
CG Net 50Mbps Coverage and Limitations
CG Net has very limited coverage since it is still expanding. It should be available throughout the country within a year or two. But right now, it is only available around Kathmandu Valley. You can learn more about this via CG Net’s official site.
Moreover, there is no IPTV service in the CG internet plans but will be soon available within some time. Rumors are that the IPTV and video OTT services will be provided with a partnership with Airtel.
Nepal’s Government has started issuing e-passports to their citizens effectively from 17th November. The first e-passport has already been issued to 102 years old writer and scholar – “सताब्दी पुरुष” Satyamohan Joshi. The e-passport will replace the current machine-readable passports (MRP) which will remain valid only till 2031. Here, we will learn more about e-passports in Nepal.
What is E-Passport and What does it look like?
E-passports are chip-installed passports with biometric data. It is also widely known as a biometric passport and holds passport information like the owner’s name, date of birth, and so on. The chip integrates PKI – Public Key Infrastructure that holds the integrity and authenticity of the data. You can see your chip either on the front or rear cover of the passport. And if not, it will be on the center page. Worldwide, there are more than 120 nations that provide e-passports. E-passports are a great deal to reduce passport fraud. Moreover, the French Company IDEMIA produces the new passports.
There will be 7 different types of passports in new colors. The now Green standard passports will be Chocolate Brown and the diplomatic ones will be in Crimson Red color while the official passports will be Navy Blue. Likewise, the peacekeeping documents will be in Tiger Orange Shed. The remaining kinds – travel, temporary, and seaman’s record book will have Black, Chocolate Brown, and Slate Brown color respectively. Lastly, there will be a hot foil stamp of the national coat of arms with Nepal’s new map in the front.
E-passport distribution and issuance in Nepal
Foreign Minister Narayan Khadka launched the first e-passport to Satyamohan Joshi. Minister handed the passport to him at a ceremony that was held at a new headquarters of the Department of Passport in Tripureshwor. A department office from Narayanhiti handles the e-passport distribution.
As many of us might have acknowledged once or more, Nepal is currently in the 110th position on Henley Passport Index for having the world’s weakest passports. But with this new issuance, it will move towards a good rank position. According to Dornath Aryal, Director General of the Department of Passports, it will be one of the best passports in Asia in terms of design, security, and other relevant features.
Conclusion
The e-passports will be great for the security of passports in Nepal. It will help to prevent passport fraud in the country. Further, it will also accept standards for international cooperation. However, it is yet to see if it works in a long term and the government will be able to meet growing demands.
Xiaomi Nepal has launched the new Xiaomi Pad 5 inside the Nepali market. As we recall, this was one of the two tablets Xiaomi used to get back to the tablet market after three years of setback. There is also a Pro version of the Pad which further divides into a Wi-Fi and a 5G model. Here, we will dig into the specs, features, availability, and expected price of the Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro 5G in Nepal.
Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro 5G Overview
Display and Design
Starting with the display, the Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro 5G flaunts an 11-inch IPS LCD panel with a 120Hz refresh rate. It has 10-bit TrueTone technology with HDR10 contents and Dolby Vision. The screen-to-body ratio measures 82.8% at approx. while the aspect ratio is 16:10. Further, it has 1600×2560-pixel capacity alongside 274 PPI density.
The tablet embeds the dimension of 254.7×166.3×6.9mm while weighing 518 grams. The Pro 5G model has the same dimension as the Xiaomi Pad 5 and 5 Pro but weighs a little more than both of them. The device has a glass front and plastic back and embraces an aluminum frame. There are two color variations available for the pad – Back and White.
Stylus and Keyboard
The Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro 5G gives the support of a magnetic keyboard and stylus. The former doubles as a protective cover with a dedicated button to exit from full-screen mode. Likewise, the latter has a 240Hz touch sampling rate with 12.2 grams of weight and two buttons. However, you will have to buy them separately since the box packs neither of them.
Performance and Memory
Powering the device is Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 based on a 7nm manufacturing process. It integrates an octa-core CPU with one Kryo 585, three Kryo 585, and four Kryo 585 cores clocked at the speed of 3.2, 2.42, and 1.80GHz respectively. Similarly, the graphics depart is handled by Adreno 650 processor.
There is a single memory configuration of 8/256GB of UFS 3.1 and cannot be expanded via a microSD card slot. On the software front, it boots on Android 11 on top of MIUI 12.5. The UI supports split-screen mode, multiple windows, and other features for the user’s desktop-like experience.
Battery and Extras
Under the hood, the tablet gets its fuel from the 8,600mAh battery cell with 67W fast charging support. There is a 50MP and 5MP dual camera setup on the device while above the screen lies an 8MP selfie snapper. As per audio, there is an eight-speaker system with Dolby Atmos in the Pad. There is an additional GPS QZSS option in the 5G model.
The official price of the Xiaomi Pad 5 in Nepal is NPR 44,999 for the 6/128GB memory configuration. So, we estimate the price of Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro 5G in Nepal to be around 55,000.
