Gadget Gifts For The New Year
With the new year dawning upon the horizon, it’s time to make resolutions and define the new you. While fro some this is process might be a piece of cake, for many others developing new habits can be quite challenging. Thus let technology in the form of a
Bluetooth Ear Buds
“Music to my ears is all I crave for!” For the audiophiles, the invention of the earbuds brings a whole new dimension to one’s music experience. Connected by Bluetooth, these tangle-free bugs are the new accessories in town. But do make sure, that you don’t end up placing them somewhere and just completely forgetting about them as they aren’t tethered to your phone. The galaxy earbuds fall on the mid-range category of earbuds, but they are definitely a steal. With easy connectivity, good battery life and ergonomic design they make a perfect gift.
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Bluetooth Profiles |
Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/ Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP),Hands-Free Profile (HFP) |
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Headphone Form Factor |
In-ear |
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Connector Type |
USB ( Power Only) |
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Capacity |
58 mAh |
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Runtime |
6 Hours |
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Standby Time |
20 Hours |
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Price |
Rs. 14,490 |
Power Bank
In a world where everything runs on batteries, a power bank at times can be that saving grace. Not a new technology altogether, but with new advancements and additions of features every year, power banks have evolved from being just a brick in the wall to a must-have accessory. The Remax Kooker series boasts an impressive 20,000 mAh battery, capable of charging a maximum of two devices to the brim with power. The perfect gift for friends, the next time they run out of power and reach for their power bank they are bound to remember you and thank you in their mind.
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Capacity |
20,000 mAh |
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Input/ Output |
2 USB (4.1 Amp) Total |
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Display |
LCD Display ( Shows Battery Levels and Charge Status) |
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Price |
Rs. 4,475 |
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Available At |
Remax Nepal |
Kindle
I don’t normally recommend the Kindle to anyone! Let’s say the feel of a book, besides a warm fire with a warm cup of coffee, is my picture of heaven. But in today’s modern world, many don’t have the space to keep and carry books. That’s where the Kindle comes along. It is beautiful piece of technology perfect for friends and family who have an avid affinity for reading and learning. Kindle makes reading on the go, easy, convenient, and in the palm of your hands. It is a device that can hold hundreds, and in some cases thousands of books.
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Display |
Amazon’s 6’ Paperwhite display technology with E Ink Carta and built-in light, 300 PPI, Optimized font technology, 16- level gray scale. |
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Size |
6.6”x4.6”x0.3” |
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Storage |
8 GB or 32 GB |
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Cloud Storage |
Free cloud storage for all Amazon content. |
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Battery Life |
A single charge lasts up to 6 weeks, based on a half hour of reading per day with wireless off and the light setting at 13. |
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Accessibility Features |
VoiceView Screen Reader, Invert Black and White, Adjust Font Size, Line Spacing and margin etc. |
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Content Formats Supported |
Kindle Format 8 (AZW3), Kindle (AZW), TXT, PDF, unprotected MOBI, PRC; HTML, DOC, DOCX, JPEG, GIF, PNG, PMP, Audible Audio Format (AAX) |
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Price: |
All New Kindle : Rs. 16,500 |
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Available At |
Daraz Online |
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Sold By |
YalaMart |
Bluetooth Speakers JBL Pulse
Another great musical gift is the JBL Pulse, a beautifully designed portable speaker that serves as even an item of decor to one’s room. It is a perfect gift to bring music and light to your beloved friends
and family.
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Waterproof Capacity |
IPX67 |
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Bluetooth Version |
4.2 |
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Bluetooth Profile |
A2DP V1.3 AVRCP V1.6 HFP V1.6 HSP V1.2 |
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Bluetooth Transmitter Power |
0 to 9 dBm |
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Bluetooth Transmission Range |
2.402 to 2.480 GHz |
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Output Power |
20 W |
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Battery Charge TIme |
4.5 Hours @ 5 V 2.3 A |
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Playtime |
Up to 12 Hours |
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Price |
Rs. 23,000 |
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Available At |
Evostore Nepal |
Fitness Tracker
One of the most thought of resolutions during the New Year is one of a healthier you. This extraordinary feat can be made achievable with the help of a fitness tracker. This marvel of a technology comes in all shades and variations and helps you track all sorts of data, such as your step count, heart rate, sleep duration and much more.
Amongst the available fitness trackers in the market, we have listed here two in order of their price.
A. Fitbit Ionic
Fitbit has garnered reputation as one of the best activity trackers and wireless-enabled wearable devices. The Fitbit Iconic, even though it is one of the older models, is still as its name states is iconic. Available in Nepal through Labels Nepal, the device features many activity tracking features that are bound to make you healthy in no time.
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Material: |
Durable elastomer |
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Water resistant |
50 Meters |
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Display: |
Touchscreen/Color LCD |
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Features |
Motivating timepiece packed with fitness guidance, health insights, music storage, apps & more. Syncs automatically and wirelessly to computers and 200+ leading iOS, Android & Windows devices. Can save 7 days of detailed motion data – minute by minute and daily totals for past 30 days. Sensors & Components: 3-axis accelerometer,Optical heart rate monitor,Vibration motor,WiFi antenna,etc. |
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Battery |
4+ days with a GPS battery life up to 10 hours |
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Care: |
If the band gets wet or if you sweat in it, remove and completely dry the band before putting it back on. |
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Price |
Rs. 42,999\- |
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Colour |
Charcoal |
B. Xiaomi Mi Band 4
The Fitbit Iconic mentioned earlier is designed in the moulds of an analogue watch. But if you are looking for something minimal and something that doesn’t cause a dent in your pocket then the Xiaomi Mi Band 4 is a more healthy option. With a minimalistic design, it can be worn as an accessory as well.
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Weight |
22.1 g |
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Water Resistance Rating |
5 ATM |
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Wrist Strap Material |
Thermoplastic Polyurethane |
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Features |
3- Axis accelerometer, 3 - Axis Gyroscope. Sleep Tracking, Fitness Tracking, Capacitive Proximity Sensor, Optical Heart Rate Sensor, NFC Payment, Sedentary Reminder, Notifications, Music Control, Find my Phone. |
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Battery |
135 mAh |
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Standby Time |
Up to 20 Days |
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Charging TIme |
<2 hours |
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Price |
Rs. 6,000 |
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Available At |
Xiaomi Nepal and its authorized stores |
