Ncell Introduces a New App Store Powered by Opera for Android Devices

Ncell, a privately held mobile network provider in Nepal, has debuted a new app marketplace called the Ncell App Market, which operates on a weekly subscription model priced at NPR 15. The platform, powered by Opera, focuses exclusively on Android applications at this time, leaving iPhone users without access. According to a spokesperson for Ncell, all apps available through the store are fully licensed and legal, representing a potentially attractive deal since most paid apps typically retail for more than $1.

However, the selection currently remains modest, as the service has only recently launched and Ncell indicates plans to refresh its offerings every Wednesday. Another limitation is that Ncell relies on users' mobile browsers rather than offering a dedicated application for the store. To begin using the service, users should navigate to apps.ncell.axiata.com while connected to Ncell's network, then switch back to WiFi after subscribing. Before installing any downloads, Android users must enable 'Unknown sources' in their device security settings.

While high-profile paid games such as Minecraft Pocket Edition or Need for Speed are not present, the marketplace does include several paid apps and games that can be obtained legally for the weekly fee. As an introductory promotion, all existing apps are currently free, although Ncell has cautioned that this promotional pricing may not last indefinitely. Interested users are encouraged to download any desired applications promptly to avoid missing out.