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Xiaomi’s latest flagship Mi 11 launched in Nepal with snapdragon 888

Xiaomi has finally launched its flagship – the Xiaomi Mi 11 Snapdragon 888 in Nepal. It will soon be released all over Nepal. Among all smartphones, Mi 11 is the first one that comes with Snapdragon 888 chipset.

Now, let’s find out more in detail about Mi 11 specifications, features, release date, availability, and price in Nepal.

Xiaomi Mi 11 Overview

Display and Design

Let’s start with Design and Display, this device consists of a 6.81” AMOLED with QHD+ resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and a 480 Hz touch sampling rate. 

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The display of Mi 11 is A+ certified so, the device supports HDR10+ with maximum brightness above 1500nits. The display is protected by Gorilla Glass Victus.

Camera

Moving to the Camera, Mi 11 comes with a Triple camera setup at the rear. The 108MP is the main primary shooter, 13MP f/2.4 Ultra-wide lens, the last one is a 5MP f/2.4 lens with 2X Telephoto and Auto Focus capability for Macro Shots.

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The selfie camera, the one that is positioned inside the punch hole at the front of the device, comes with a 20 MP f/2.4 selfie shooter.

Also Read : Redmi Note 9 Pro Price in Nepal; 5020mAh battery, SD 720G under 30000

Processor and Storage

The Xiaomi Mi 11 is the first smartphone that comes with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset. Talking about the software, the device runs on MIUI 12.5 based on Android. 

In terms of memory, the phone comes with 8GB RAM and 128/256GB storage or 12GB of RAM and 256GB storage. The device doesn’t have a microSD slot.

Battery

Mi 11 comes with a 4,600 mAh battery that supports 55W fast-charging, 50W wireless, and 10W reverse charging. Xiaomi has decided to remove the charger in the retail box.

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The company has included other various features in Mi 11 likes Harman Kardon-tuned stereo speakers,  dual 5G connectivity, improved Night Mode capabilities, Wi-Fi 6E support, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, and all the navigation services.

Xiaomi Mi 11 Specification

Dimensions164.3 x 74.6 x 8.1 mm / 8.6 mm (Leather)
DisplayAMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1500 nits (peak)6.81 inches, 112.0 cm2 (~91.4% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution1440 x 3200 pixels, 20:9 ratio
OSAndroid 11, MIUI 12.5
ChipsetQualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 (5 nm)
CPUOcta-core,  VC Liquid Cooling technology
GPUAdreno 660, 6th Generation Qualcomm AI engine
Rear CameraTriple
-108 MP, f/1.9 Main Sensor
-13 MP, f/2.4, 123˚ Ultra-Wide Angle
-5 MP, f/2.4, Telemacro Sensor
Video8K@24/30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240/480fps; gyro-EIS
Front CameraSingle
-20 MP, 27mm (wide), 1/3.4″, 0.8µm
Video1080p@30fps, 720p@120fps
ConnectivityWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, Bluetooth(5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive), GPS(with dual-band A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS, NavIC), NFC, Infrared port, USB Type-C 2.0, USB On-The-Go
BatteryLi-Po 4600 mAh, non-removable
Charging
-Fast charging 55W, 100% in 45 min (advertised)
-Fast wireless charging
-50WReverse wireless charging
-10WPower Delivery 3.0
-Quick Charge 4+

Mi 11 Price and Launch Date in Nepal

Xiaomi Mi 11 was priced in China under CNY 3,999 (~$612) for the 8GB + 128GB variant, CNY 4,299 (~$657) for the 8GB + 256GB variant, and CNY 4,699 (~$719) for the 12GB + 256GB variant. The Xiaomi Mi 11 price in Nepal is Rs. 89,999 for 8GB + 256GB storage. The other variants are not yet available in Nepal. The handset can be purchased for all Xiaomi authorized stores over Nepal.

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It will be available in six different colors: Black, White, Blue, Khaki Vegan Leather, Purple Leather.

Xiaomi Mi 11Price in ChinaPrice in Nepal
8GB+256GB4,299 YuanRs.89,999
8GB+128GB3,999 YuanRs.83,799(Expected)
12GB+256GB4,699 YuanRs.98,399(Expected)

Realme Watch S Pro launched with Different Features and Modes

Realme Watch S Pro has recently launched with a dynamic design, various features, and fitness modes. It has a circular dial design similar to Watch S. The Realme Watch S Pro is a bit more premium model and which have built-in GPS. Realme Watch S Pro is recently launched in India at the price of INR. 9,999. So, Let’s know more detail about the new Realme Watch S Pro including its specs, features, official price, and availability in Nepal.

Realme Watch S Pro Overview

Display and Design

Starting with Design and Display, Realme Watch S Pro is the first smartwatch that comes with a 1.39-inch AMOLED display and has a resolution of 454 x 454 pixels. This watch has 326 PPI pixel density and boasts brightness up to 450 nits. It has a contrast ratio of 100,000:1. Therefore, this device has Auto-Brightness and Always On Display.

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Features 

Realme Watch S Pro can support 15 different sports activities which include swimming, Cricket, Yoga, and many more. It also supports measure Blood Oxygen Level (SpO2) and 24-hour heart tracking.

This smartwatch has also included dual-satellite navigation system features. Realme Watch S is compatible only with Android whereas Realme Watch S Pro is compatible with both Android and iOS.

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Realme Watch S Pro design with a metallic case and has 5ATM water resistance. This smartwatch is supported by Dual-Satellite GPS and this watch support both Android and iOS.

Battery and Other Features

For the battery, Realme Watch S Pro has come along with a 420mAh battery which will be last for 14days with a single complete charge is according to Realme, 

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The watch has other smart features like notification reminders, music control, call notification, and remote camera control. The watch comes with a metallic case and has 5ATM water resistance.

Realme Watch S Pro Specifications

DesignStainless Steel case, Silicone, Vegan Leather Wrist band
Dimensions257.6 x 46.0 x 11.1mm (w/ strap)
Weight63.5g (w/ strap)
Display1.39-inches AMOLED panel; Auto-Brightness adjustment,Always On Display
Resolution454 x 454 pixels; 326PPI
Water Resistance Level5ATM
ConnectivityRealme Link 
Sensors6-axis Accelerometer, Optical Heart sensor, Wearing monitoring sensors, Gyroscope, Geomagnetic
Sports Mode15 different modes
GPSYes, built-in
Battery420mAh
Battery Life14 days
Charging TypeMagnetic Charging Base
Note Support Android 5.0+, iOS 9.0+

Realme Watch S Pro  Expected Price in Nepal & Availability

Realme Watch S Pro is launched in India and its price is INR.9,999. Its selling is starting from 29th Dec. There is no more information regarding its availability in Nepal but a rumor is that it will be launch in  Nepal in earlier 2021. The expected price of Realme Watch S Pro in Nepal will be around NPR 18,000 – 20,000. 

SmartwatchPrice in IndiaPrice in Nepal (Expected)
Realme Watch S ProINR 9,999NPR 18,000 to 20,000

Realme Watch S is Officially Available in Nepal

Realme Watch S Price in Nepal; In recent years, Realme has been active in IoT markets. The company has introduced a smartwatch and wireless earbuds and other different loT products. The company launching their product regularly and improving them over time. After the smash hit of Realme Watch which is the company’s first watch, now again Realme has launched an upgraded version of the watch.

  • Realme Watch S
  • Realme Watch S Pro 

Realme Watch S is the second smartwatch that is recently launched by the company after the original Realme Watch which is now available in the Nepalese market. Let’s know more about the new Realme Watch S including its specs, features, official price, and availability in Nepal.

Realme Watch S Overview

Display and Design

Starting with its  Display and Design, As well all know that Realme Watch S is an upgraded version of the Realme Watch.  So, the new Watch S has a circular display with a 1.3-inch LCD display with 360 x 360 pixels screen resolution and it also got auto-brightness sensor features.  Sadly, the display is still an LCD panel instead of AMOLED.

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The company hasn’t specified glass protection but it is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3, as it is commonly used in these budget smartwatches. The watch now has a photosensitive sensor which changes the brightness of the display automatically.

The display is warp inside an aluminum alloy case with a plastic back. The watch case got two physical buttons on the right side.  The strap is made up of silicone. It is available in four color options: Orange, Blue, Green, and Black.

Sensors and Connectivity

Starting with connectivity, the Watch S is connected via Bluetooth 5.0 by using the Realme link app on Android 5.0 or above. Sad to say that, the watch is not supported by iOS and not have in-built GPS.

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Moving towards the visual appearance, Watch S has 100 face features so you can choose any visual appearance from it. For exercise tracking, the watch has four sensors included a 3-axis accelerometer, an optical heart rate sensor, and a wearing monitoring sensor, and a SpO2 sensor. 

  • The heart-rate sensor helps in real-time monitoring and alerts while resting or spikes in heavy work/exercise.
  •  SpO2 sensor helps to calculate Blood Oxygen level.

Features

As we all know that when the Company launch any product they include various features and different modes in their product. Likewise, Realme Watch S also supports 16 sporting activities modes including Walk, Indoor Run, Outdoor Cycle, Outdoor Run, Aerobic Capacity, Football, Basketball, Ping-pong, Badminton, Indoor Cycle, Elliptical, Strength Training, Yoga, Rowing Machine, and Stationary Bike. Watch has not got auto-workout detection so you will have to manually select the mode. 

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Also, there is no swimming tracking although the watch is IP68 Certificated. Watch also support different health features range from sleep tracking, steps counter, meditation, idle alert to activity tracking. 

Realme Watch S has features like receiving incoming calls, messages, and alarms. You can control the music playback by the connecting device/mobile with the watch. It also has features like Find My Phone, No Disturb Mode, Weather Forecast, and  Shake Adjustment.

Battery

The company has a claimed battery life to last 15 days of normal usage due to its 390mAh battery. You can charge the watch via its magnetic charging base.

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Realme Watch S Specifications

Display1.3-inches LCD panel; Gorilla Glass, Auto-Brightness adjustment
Dimensions259 x 47.0 x 12.0mm (with strap)
Weight48 (with strap)
StrapsSilicone, 164-208mm adjustable length, Colors – Black
Resolution360 x 360 pixels; 278PPI
Water Resistance LevelIP68 rating( Certification)
ConnectivityBluetooth 5.0, Compatible with Android 5.0+ (Realme Link app)
Sensors3-axis accelerometer, Wear monitoring sensor, Photosensitive sensor, Optical heart rate sensor, SpO2 sensor,
Sports Mode16 different modes
Battery390mAh
Battery Life15 days
Charging TypeMagnetic Charging Base
NOTENot supported for iOS devices

Realme Watch S Price in Nepal and Availability

ealme watch S is now available via different Realme authorized retail stores around the country at the price of NPR 9,999. It is also available on Daraz.

WatchPrice in Nepal (Official)Availability
Realme Watch S(Black case with 4 strap colors)NPR 9,999Realme authorized retail stores

Rumored details of Poco M3, flaunting its enormous logo

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Just before the company could official their new phone, Poco M3, some rumored details online have been spread all over. Poco M3 was scheduled to be launched on November 23. The details we’ve heard of the phone are not confirmed by the company yet. However, the leaked information gives a slight hint about what to expect from this upcoming new device. 

Rumored Details

Poco M3 is expected to have a 6.53-inch FHD+ Dot Drop display. It will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 chipset and is likely to be paired with 4GB RAM. Meanwhile, the chipset features 8 Kyro 260 cores that are divided into two clusters. One is the fast cluster of 4 cores with up to 2GHz and the other is a power-saving efficiency cluster with up to 1.8GHz. Likewise, the chip also features Adreno 610 GPU. The device can also be expected with good energy efficiency with its 11nm chip. As seen in the picture, the device could be available in three colors: blue, black, and yellow. 

Meanwhile, speaking about the rebranding that Poco has been doing with its sister company Redmi. Upon digging a little, it is found that similar phone features appear in the upcoming Redmi Note 10. Still, that’s also not confirmed yet as both the devices have not been official until now. We can only tell the differences once it gets a formal introduction. 

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As for the cameras, from the pictures available, we get to see them arranged in a back panel flaunting Poco’s enormous logo on one side. The Poco M3 is tipped to offer a 48MP primary sensor. Details about the remaining camera sensors and storage options are still under wraps. It features a waterdrop notch to house the selfie camera and a noticeable chin. Rumors tell that the selfie camera could be an 8MP camera. 

The earlier phone by Poco, Poco M2, has a 5000mAh non-removable battery. So, we assume Poco M3 to have at least 6000 mAh non-removable battery even though the phones have and are expected to have 18W fast charging. 

Poco M3 Price and Availability

We’re not sure about the price range yet. However, bearing in mind the 6-series chipset compared to the 7-series SoC in the Poco X3, we could assume the M3 would be cheaper than the X3 model, at least a few bucks down. The device is scheduled to launch on November 24.

Rollable Concept Handset: Oppo X 2021 is only a concept

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As an alternative to folding phones, Oppo X 2021 is the company’s new Rollable Concept Handset. In their recent event, OPPO INNO DAY 2020, the company has introduced us with their concept idea, giving a glimpse of its look. The same event also introduced other new concepts like Oppo AR Glass 2021, Oppo CybeReal, and other new interaction between future technologies.

Rollable Concept Handset Overview

The uniqueness of this Rollable Concept Handset, Oppo X 2021 is that it comes with a minimum of 6.7-inch OLED display that is expandable up to 7.4-inch, as per user’s desire. The width of the screen varies from 70mm at the minimum to 107mm when fully expanded. So instead of your screen folding, it rolls out smoothly with seamless effects.

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The Roll Motor powertrain is supported by a firm internal structure. The two-in-one plate supports the screen without any segmental gaps. And on retraction, the two plates come together, forming a single screen. With this, Oppo has resolved the issue of the crease on the screen that was often bothered to folding phone users.

Moreover, Oppo’s self-developed Wrap Track technology laminates a 0.1mm protection layer to the display from sudden thrust. Hence, this makes expansion and retraction flexible and durable

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Since this is a new design, the device has to go through lots of changes to its structure and screen. Consequently, the device has redesigned stacking, adjustment of antenna, cooling, and the layout of the lens. For instance, it uses a frame-within-frame design. It allows components like its battery to stay in place without giving dirt or other particles a chance to get inside the system.

Oppo X 2021 availability

However, except for the concept of Oppo X 2021, the company has not provided further details about the device. The company’s VP Levin Liu, in the event, said that he would like to release Oppo X 2021 “at the right time”. We can assume that the Rollable Concept Handset is only a concept until now.

Vivo’s new OS revealed: Vivo Origin OS

Vivo has revealed its new Vivo Origin OS for their smartphones, substituting their FunTouch OS. This new custom layer of Vivo Origin OS offers a new customizable widget system, gestures for navigation, grid-like designs, boosted performance, and more. The design of this OS is inspired by the sliding puzzles game Huarong Road.

Vivo Origin OS Overview

Vivo has clearly made an effort to stand amongst its competitors in the market. Consequently, we get to see Origin OS with features that are new, unique, and just the kind that users would enjoy.

Grid and Widgets

Let’s start with the visual, where you get to see a desktop grid system of Koltski Grid, also known as Huarong Grid. This grid allows widgets to be customizable into both rectangle or square shape, similar to Apple’s.

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Each widget provides information like weather, message notifications, upcoming flights, and so on. Their look is determined by the information that they carry. For example, there are 90 color values in the temperature color card for showing temperature information, making it easier to distinguish between heat and cold temperatures. 

Moreover, the widgets give nano alert, that shows additional information when expanded. The display of regularly updated pieces of information is designed in a way that doesn’t disturb you.

Live Wallpaper

Vivo Origin OS has added a performance (behavioral) wallpaper that provides a natural and real experience. This live wallpaper features the weather conditions of your surroundings. For instance, wallpapers could change as per the time of the day, bright on the day and dark at the night. Or change according to weather conditions, moving speed and thickness and shape of clouds, and magnitude of wind.

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This is a friendly reminder of the weather conditions around you. And with the nano alert, you will be notified of the relevant details of the weather information too.

Navigation

This newly launched OS from Vivo also has a 26 navigation gesture combination. It is completed by just clicking operating. It covers almost all mainstream operation methods.

Furthermore, it also has access to the SuperCard pack, which is their mobile payment tool. For easy and quick mobile payments, a single swipe is enough to get your work done, no matter which screen you are at. Hence, the navigation of this OS is suitable for multi-tasking.

Even the camera software has a change in the widget itself. One tap on the camera icon lets you first choose between the lenses to shoot before jumping towards the app. This is just an attempt to make a unique feature, although it doesn’t quite seem necessary.

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source: The Upgrade Guide

Performance

With this new custom layer comes an extremely powerful performance. Vivo Origin OS is equipped with Multi-Turbo5.0. It has an auto-memory optimization tool to improve performance. The Multi-turbo 5.0 is a combination of application preloading 2.0, optimal resource allocation, and intelligent app freezing technology 2.0.

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source: The Upgrade Guide

Moreover, it’s memory fusion feature can boost the RAM capacity by 3GB through the internal storage. So with this and your app freezing technology, you are likely to experience a smooth running of apps. Also, memory fusion can also optimize your software to lessen the demand for memory. Overall, it is designed for a smooth running of applications and responsibly handle multi-tasking.

Origin OS Eligible Phones

These key features of the Vivo Origin OS will be available in the upcoming smartphones by Vivo. Origin OS’s official post has already given a list of Vivo and iQOO smartphones where we will get to see their new OS. However, the company will follow a three-phase plan to roll out the update, starting from the last week of January.

PhasesVivoiQOO
1st PhaseVivo Nex 3S
Vivo X50, X50 Pro, X50 Pro Plus
Vivo S7
iQOO 5 and 5 Pro
iQOO 3 iQOO and iQOO Pro
iQOO Neo 3
2nd PhaseVivo Nex 3, Nex 3 5G  
Vivo X30, X30 Pro
iQOO Neo, Neo 885
3rd PhaseVivo X27, X27 Pro
Vivo S6, S5, S1 Pro, S1
Vivo Z6, Z5x, Z5i, Z5
Vivo Nex S and Vivo Nex.
iQOO Z1, iQOO Z1x

Vivo V20 SE: Special Edition version launched in Nepal

Vivo V20 SE is the special edition version of Vivo V20 that’s now launched in Nepal. This lite variant of V20 offers a mid-range phone that with special edition touch and looks good and feels good to your hands. In this post, you will get to know what makes this version of the “V-series” so special. 

Vivo V20 SE Overview

The Special Edition Vivo V20 SE is special in so many ways, performance, AI camera features, noise-canceling dual-mic, super-powerful battery life. Such an exciting feature equipped smartphone is already available in Nepal. 

Body and Display

Wrapped in a plastic frame, this smartphone weighs slightly less than the Vivo V20 model. It comes with a 161.00 x 74.08 x 7.83mm body weighing about 171grams, giving it a sleek design.

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Diagonally, it consists of a 6.44-inch display with an AMOLED panel with a capacitive multi-touch panel. This display has a contrast ratio of 2000000:1 and a screen resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels. 

Vivo V20 SE also has a Dual-Mic Noise Cancelling that provides crystal clear voice calls. With the help of the dual-mic and noise-canceling algorithm, it is capable of eliminating environmental noise.

Performance

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 664 used in this device features the 3rd-generation Qualcomm AI Engine that improved phone features like a better camera, security performance, and gaming experience. On that note, this performance wins over Vivo V20’s Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G chip. Meanwhile, it is equipped with Adreno 610 that targets a good graphics experience for mid-range smartphones like this one. Furthermore, Vivo Multi-Turbo works at a system level to optimize software and hardware, providing enhanced speed and efficiency to the device. 

Multi-Turbo

However, Vivo V20 SE is still using Android 10 whereas, Vivo V20 has already moved forward with Android 11 in its system. It runs along with Funtouch 11 which is responsible for providing smoother user interaction. Besides, it is available with 8GB RAM and 128 GB of storage options. 

This better performing gadget comes with reliable battery life than the V20 model. It is equipped with a 4100mAh battery with the support of 33W Flash charging. The company assures to take only 30 minutes to reach up to 62% or a full charge in under an hour. 

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Camera

This mid-range smartphone has impressive options for the camera. It consists of a triple rear camera and one selfie camera. The 48MP of Primary Sensor supports capturing pictures with vibrant details whether be it day or day. Accompanied by 8MP of Ultra-Wide Sensor with 120-degree of panoramic vantage and 2MP of Depth Sensor, subjects as close as 2.5cm, you get to explore the multi-scenario photography offered by these AI cameras. And thanks to EIS the image stabilization records smooth and stable video. 

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The selfie camera, the one that is positioned in the notch at the front of Vivo V20 SE, comes with a 32MP Primary Sensor. It is capable of capturing a selfie with detail and perfect clarity. Moreover, the exclusive HDR+ Morpho algorithm triumphs through the night by brightening the dark spots and reduces overexposure in highlights. Still, in comparison to Vivo V20, it offers better camera sensors. 

Vivo V20 SE Specifications

  • Display: 6.44-inch FHD+ AMOLED panel with capacitive multi-touch panel
  • Body: 161.00x 74.08 x 7.83mm; 171 g
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 664 (11nm) 
  • OS: Android 10, Funtouch 11
  • CPU: Octa-core (4×2.0 GHz 260 Gold and 4×1.8GHz Kryo 260 Silver)  
  • GPU: Adreno 610
  • Memory: 8GB + 128GB
  • Rear Camera: 48MP, f/1.8 Prime sensor + 8MP, f/2.2 Ultra-wide sensor + 2MP, f/2.4 Depth sensor
  • Front Camera: 32MP, f/2.0 Primary Sensor
  • Battery: 4100mAh; 33W Flash charging
  • Ports: USB Type-C (2.0), USB On-The-Go
  • Connectivity: Dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0
  • Sensor: Optical Under Display fingerprint scanner
  • Colors: Gravity Black and Oxygen Blue

Vivo V20 SE Price and Availability in Nepal

Vivo V20 SE is already officially available in Nepal at the price of NPR 39,999. Despite the additional features, it is still cheaper than Vivo V20. And that’s what makes this version of “V-series” so special. It is available in two colors: Gravity Black and Oxygen Blue.

ModelPrice in Nepal
Vivo V20 SE NPR 39,999

Apple Launches 13-inch MacBook Pro with the new M1 chip

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Apple announced the launch of its 13-inch MacBook Pro featuring the new M1 chip. Earlier in March, it had already launched its Intel chip model. However, featuring its own ARM CPU this latest version is cheaper. Apple also launched MacBook Air M1 and Mac Mini at the same event.

MacBook Pro 2020 is an all system Pro device. Speed and power are what makes it extraordinary among all the other Apple devices.

13-inch MacBook Pro Overview

Starting with its look first, MacBook Pro features a 13.3-inch brilliant Retina display. Consisting of Bright LED backlighting it gets its deep blacks and bright whites. Backing that with P3 wide color, it brings 25% more vibrant reds and greens than sRGB. It also consists of 500nits of brilliance and True Tone technology that adjusts to the environment itself.

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This device is equipped with an Apple M1 chip. Strange how a small chip takes a giant leap. The M1 chip consists of 2.8x CPU performance with 8-core and up to 5x graphics speed also with 8-core. In addition to that M1 also provides 11x faster machine learning with its 16-core Neural Engine. With all these features the smart meets speed. 

It is available in two different colors: Space Gray and Silver. MacBook Pro 2020 has an 8GB memory that is even expandable up to 16GB. Also, it is available with 256GB or 525GB storage space and can be expanded up to 2TB

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The macOS Big Sur holds the power to unlock the potential of the M1 chip. It transforms Mac with major performance benefits and other exciting updates. Hence, macOS Big Sur and M1 together make a good team contributing to making the device snappier. 

And with great power comes a great battery. Its all-day battery life supports 20 hours of video playback and 17 hours of wireless web browsing. And all this because of the built-in battery with 58.2Watt hour power. Besides, it also comes with a 61W Power Adapter. 

Rest Features

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Speaking of its keyboard, it features Magic Keyboard that literally feels like magic with smooth, fast, and efficient touch. Meanwhile, the refined scissor mechanism delivers a quiet and comfortable typing experience. The Touch Bar feature adds commands you need most right where you need them, saving you some time and keystrokes.

Your new MacBook Pro 2020 also cares about your security. Consequently, it a Touch ID for better security you could rely on. From renting a movie or buying apps to accessing locked documents it lies all on your fingerprint, without the help of any passwords. 

It also has a 720p FaceTime HD Camera. And because of this HD camera, you can now take full advantage of their latest image signal processor. It has an improved video quality pulling out more details on both shadows and highlights. The impressive video quality is also supported by studio-quality mics. 

13-inch MacBook Pro Specifications

  • Display: 13.3 inch (diagonal) LED-backlit display, 2560 x 1600 resolution, 500 nits brightness
  • Dimension: 1.56 x 30.41 x 21.24cm 
  • Weight: 1.29kg
  • Chip: Apple M1 chip
  • CPU: 8-core CPU (4-core performance + 4-core efficiency)
  • GPU: 8-core
  • NPU: 16-core 
  • OS: macOS
  • Memory: 8GB (Configurable to 16GB)
  • Storage: 256 GB or 526GB SSD (configurable up to 2TB) 
  • Keyboard: Backlit Magic Keyboard
  • Battery: 58.2Watt hour Li-Po battery, 61W USB-C Power Adapter
  • Ports: Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.1 Gen 2
  • Colors: Silver, Space Gray 

Availability and Price of 13-inch MacBook Pro 2020

MacBook Pro is set to launch in the international market from 17th November starting with $1,299. But unlike MacBook Air, Apple’s website hasn’t yet discontinued supplying MacBook Pro 2020 Intel model. So remember to check the variant when you purchase the device. However, these new models of MacBook might take a little more time to enter Nepal. 

MacBook Air 2020 featuring new M1 chip

Apple launched another new MacBook Air 2020, this time featuring a new M1 chip. The earlier version of MacBook 2020 (in March) came with an Intel-core processor. Apple’s own Arm CPU has been designed specifically for Macs. Consequently, the M1 chip has been used in all three devices: MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and Mac Mini.

With its new M1 chip the power is now in the Air. MacBook Air with an M1 chip is the thinnest and lightest yet extremely powerful processor. It is available at the same price as the March model.

MacBook Air 2020 Overview

Chipset

M1 chip consists of an 8-core CPU that is 3.5x faster than the earlier MacBook Air. It can perform any professional-quality editing and action-packed gaming at this speed. Moreover, it has 5x faster graphics with either 7-core or 8-core GPU. It just doesn’t end there.

The M1 chipset also includes a 9x faster Neural Engine of 16-core equipped in the device for a greater Machine Learning experience. Hence, to unlock the potential of the M1 chip, macOS Big Sur has powerful updates for apps. Thanks to the amazing chipset you can now use your favorite iPhone and iPad apps directly on macOS Big Sur.

Battery and Memory

The 49.9 Watt-hour battery has an amazing battery life and the longest battery life on a MackBook Air ever. It can last up to 15 hours of wireless web browsing and up to 18 hours of video playback. Moreover, it also delivers performance in a fanless design, which means its silence is completely about hearing the Air. This fanless design is the biggest difference that separates MacBook Air from MacBook Pro.

Supporting great processor and battery, the M1 chip has also supported an unbelievable memory. MacBook Air 2020 consists of 8GB memory that is expandable up to 16GB of superfast memory. Additionally, it consists of 2x faster SSD and is expandable up to 2TB storage.

Display

Retina display of the 13.3-inch screen provides lifelike colors for unreal beauty. With 2560 x 1600 screen resolution you get sharp and clear texts where colors are more vibrant than ever. Best of all, MacBook Air 2020 automatically adjusts the white point of the display to the color of the temperature of your environment. It attempts to go easy on the eyes, giving a natural viewing experience.

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Other features

Experience 720p resolution for FaceTime and video conference in your new MacBook Air 2020. Besides, enjoy the three built-in microphones that will come in handy while making calls, asking Siri, or dictating notes.

After Magic Keyboards got introduced in MacBook 2019 models it is really giving a smooth touch experience for typing. The backlit keys with ambient light sensors promise to help you work in low-light settings.

Touch ID in MacBook Air 2020 makes your device secured. For any task involving access to your confidential inputs, your Touch ID fills in the information without sharing any card details. You can easily rely on Touch ID for unlocking your Mac, using Apple Pay, making a purchase, and securing documents.

MacBook Air 2020 Specifications

  • Display: 13.3-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit display, 2560 x 1600 resolution, 400nits brightness
  • Dimension: 1.61 x 30.41 x 21.24cm
  • Weight: 1.29kg
  • Chipset: Apple M1 chip
  • CPU: 8-core CPU (4-core performance + 4-core efficiency)
  • GPU: 7-core or 8-core
  • NPU: 16-core
  • OS: macOS Big Sur
  • Memory: 8GB (Configurable to 16GB)
  • Storage: 256 GB or 526GB SSD (configurable up to 2TB)
  • Keyboard: Backlit Magic Keyboard
  • Battery: 49.9Watt hour Li-Po battery, 30W USB-C Power Adapter
  • Ports: Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.1 Gen 2
  • Colors: Gold, Silver, Space Gray
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MacBook Air 2020 Price and Availability

MacBook Air 2020 with an M1 chip is available for $999. It comes in three different colors: Gold, Silver, and Space Gray. However, you might get confused with the MacBook Air 2020 with the Intel chip that’s already available in the stores near you. This latest model of MacBook Air 2020 will be available starting from November 17th. It shall soon arrive in Nepal as well.

Poco C3 in Nepal: New Cheapest Gaming Phone by Poco

Poco first marked its comeback by opening its new social media account and introducing their two new phones, Poco M2 and Poco C3 in Nepal. Using their sister company, Xiaomi Nepal, to back up their return they’ve managed to catch the user’s attention quite early. However, Poco’s strategy is simple. It is using its sister company not just to back them up with promotions but also to provide a good base in the market. Consequently, Poco C3 is an identical twin to Redmi 9C, with only a few noticeable changes to the features.

Poco C3 Overview

Body Design

Poco C3’s body features a 6.43 inches HD+ display with 720 x 1600 pixels’ resolution. It has been protected with Panda Glass Protection. Meanwhile, Poco C3 has a plastic back and textured design that helps prevent smudges. This texture design is with separates Poco C3 from Redmi 9C. It is available in Nepal in three colors: Matte Black, Lime Green, and Arctic Blue. However, it doesn’t have any fingerprint scanner, unlike Redmi 9C that came with a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. There are two options for storage available for this phone, one is 3GB/ 32GB and the other is 4GB/64GB. But Poco C3 in Nepal is available only in 4GB/64GB.

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Performance and Battery

Speaking about its performance, it has MediaTek Helio G35. This chipset is one of the cheapest gaming cheapest MediaTek has to offer.  No wonder the phone is being advertised as “The Game Changer”. Its GPU, an IMG Power VR GE8320, operates up to a speedy 680MHz which supports sharp and high resolution. Hence, G35 delivers superpower efficiency with a good gaming experience. Furthermore, Poco C3 runs on Android 10 with MIUI 12.

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Battery power is justifiable for such a gaming targeted phone. This smartphone is equipped with a non-removable 5000mAh battery. You could get to enjoy up to a 2-day battery for normal usage. Moreover, with Better Battery 2.0 you get 25% more battery lifespan than other budget smartphones. With that, you also get a 10W fast charger that takes about 3 hours to charge fully. However, as a budget phone, it is still stuck with using the old micro USB 2.0.

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Camera

The camera setup is symmetrical camera cutout, bounded in a square camera module that includes a triple camera and a LED flash. You get a 13MP primary sensor, accompanied by a 2MP macro sensor, and a 2MP depth sensor. This setup is the same as what we would get in a Redmi 9C model. And for the selfie camera, it consists of a 5MP wide sensor.

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Poco C3 Specifications

  • Display: 6.43 inches HD+, Panda Glass Protection
  • Body: 164.9 x 77.1 x 9mm; 194g
  • OS: Android 10, MIUI 12
  • Chipset: MediaTek Helio G35 (12nm)
  • CPU: Octa-core (4×2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4×1.8 GHz Cortex-A53) 
  • GPU: Power VR GE8320
  • Storage: 3GB/32GB, 4GB/64GB (expandable with SD card)
  • Triple Rear Camera: 13MP main sensor (f/2.2) + 2MP Macro lens (f/2.4) + 2MP Depth lens (f/2.4)
  • Front Camera: 5MP Wide sensor (f/2.2)
  • Battery: Li-Po 5000mAh (non-removable), 10W charging
  • Ports: micro USB (2.0), 3.5mm jack headphone
  • Colors: Matte Black, Lime Green, Arctic Blue

Availability and Price of Poco C3 in Nepal

Poco C3 is already geared up to set its foot in the Nepali market with its cheapest price. It will be available in Nepal for NPR 14,999, but only the highest storage variant of 4GB/64GB is available for now. It will be available in all MI stores or other retail stores and online very soon.