Android 11 beta launch postponed indefinitely

Nothing is going right in the world and its implication has affected various sectors all across the globe. As a tech enthusiast group, one of the things we’re excited, even during this critical phase was about the Android 11 beta launch scheduled for June 3. Seems our excitement is short-lived as Google has officially announced the postponement of the event.Also Read: Realme 5S gets the new Realme UI 1.0 based on Android 10 update; Realme 5 Stable update registration startsNow it’s not the time to celebrate, says the Android Developers Twitter handle as a reason for the indefinite postponement. The latest announcement comes as a nail in the coffin of all tech enthusiasts who’re already dejected with the Google I/O being cancelled due to...

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Unknown Realme RMX2185 device appears at TKDN Indonesia

Realme has got a slew of devices due for launch later this year from its popular X Series. The likes of Realme XT and X2 were popular in the emerging market such as India and Indonesia. Adding up to its X portfolio, Realme could have yet another device in the pipeline bearing the model number RMX2185.Must See: Realme X50m 5G starts getting May 2020 Security patch update in ChinaTKDN Indonesia had listed an unknown device yesterday with the model number RMX2185. The same device listing appeared today as well, grabbing our attention. So far we don’t know what the device actual name is, but presumably, it would be a model of upcoming Realme X50t 5G or even Realme X3.Earlier, Realme X50t 5G was spotted in a Google Play supported devices listing...

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Galaxy A51 8GB RAM variant launched in India

As per the research firm Strategy Analytics, Samsung Galaxy A51 (4G) was the world’s highest-selling Android smartphone in the first quarter of 2020. Especially in the region such as India the device had showcased incredible performance in terms of sale. As a follow up to the device’s popularity and to keep the hype revolving around the device intact, Samsung has launched a beefed-up variant with monstrous 8GB RAM in India.Must See: Samsung Galaxy A51 start receiving One UI 2.1 and April 2020 Security patch updateThe Galaxy A51 8/128GB variant is priced at INR. 27,999($370), which is around INR. 2,500 more than the 6/128GB variant. The pricing is not bad given the device packs features and flaunts modern design which is strikingly similar to...

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OnePlus 5/5T stable Android 10 update rolling out

While most of the Android OEMs provide at most 2 major updates for their devices, OnePlus always has been an exception with its exceptional support for the devices. If we think of a brand which could provide three major updates in the Android world, then there aren’t many, barring Google and OnePlus obviously. As such, OnePlus has started officially pushing the stable Android 10 for the OnePlus 5/5T.Must See: April Security Patch for OnePlus7 and 7T SeriesOnePlus 5/5T users couldn’t be happy anymore as the update marks the third major update for the OnePlus 5/5T. The fact that the devices which launched with Android 7.1.1 onboard a long time ago in the year of 2017 are getting major update treatment even now is something worth appreciation.Speaking...

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Verizon Moto E5 Play starts getting May 2020 Security Patch update

The Verizon Moto e5 Play starts getting the May 2020 security patch update in the United States. The device got the last security update in the month of March. After that the device didn’t get the April security update, but jumped to the May 2020 security patch.Also, Check out: Realme TV and Realme Buds Air Neo goes official in India.Coming to the update, it brings fixes for all the prominent security loopholes and issues that were listed in the last two months on Google community forums. As the old reported bugs are fixed, It will also improve the overall security of the system and enhances stability.The update is rolling out in staged manners, which means that a set of random users will start getting the update now. After the successful verification...

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YouTube Vanced: Download and install the latest version

YouTube Vanced, the popular YouTube mod available for Android is now at version 15.05.54. The developer has made a little change with the release by adopting split APK architecture. In that case, we’ll go through how to install the latest YouTube Vanced on your device and experience ad-free YouTube videos and much more.Read More: Everything you need to know about YouTube VancedFor the uninitiated, let’s give a brief intro. The YouTube (Ad)Vanced is a modded YouTube app overhauled with features including – ad blocking, background playback options and many other custom add-ons. Like most of the modded APK’s, the Vanced YT is free of cost. That being said and without any further ado, let’s see the installation procedure.DownloadsMake sure you...

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Now make Google Meet Video calls right from your GMail

Google has integrated Meet to users’ GMail accounts in India. No wonder since the video conferencing services have seen a tremendous boost in this period and Google don’t want to miss out the chance either. So by integrating the GMeet within the GMail, Google aims to influence the consideration of its video conferencing tool.Must See: How to turn off Google Chrome Dark ModeMost of the GMail users would now see a new popup called Meet “New: on the left side of GMail. Under the Meet section, you will find two options: ‘Start a Meeting’ and ‘Join a Meeting’.To make things a little clearer, here’s how you can make a Meet video call right from the GMail.1. Start a meeting from GMailOpen GMail and in the sidebar, click Start a meeting.In the Meet...

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POCO F2 Pro debuts globally with Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Mobile Platform

Xiaomi/POCO didn’t deliver the POCO F2 last year and what we got is POCO X2 which despite being a decent smartphone wasn’t able to replicate the impact created by the original POCO F1 back then. Today,  the company unveiled Poco F2 Pro which comes as a true successor to the critically acclaimed POCO F1.Also Read: Xioami’s first 5G smartphone still runs 2 years old software!The POCO F2 Pro is powered by the latest and greatest Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Mobile Platform. It wouldn’t be of any surprise as most of us expect the same since what made the POCO F1 a blockbuster two years ago was the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 – the flagship SoC of that era.However, it’s unfortunate that Xiaomi didn’t bother to pull a new device with the POCO F2 Pro...

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New Features on Android 11 Developer Preview 4

Even though Google was supposed to release the first Android 11 Beta at Google I/O, they had to change the schedule because of the Pandemic. The 1st Android Developer Preview was announced back in February, followed by Preview 2, Preview 3, and Preview 4. The first Beta will be likely revealed at an online event on June 3rd, 2020. Developer features weren’t highlighted in the  DP 4, but that doesn’t mean there are no changes at all. Here are the changes and new features that were found in the latest Developer Preview 4 on the Google Pixel 3a XL and Google Pixel 4.What’s New?1. Resizable Picture-in-Picture windowsTo resize a picture-in-picture window, simply tap right outside one of the four corners and then drag inward or outward.2. Pixel...

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MediaTek Dimensity 1000+ goes official with iQOO as the first OEM to use it

MediaTek has been lagging behind Qualcomm for years in terms of flagship mobile chipset. To solve it, the Taiwanese chipmaker announced Dimensity 1000 late last year. It has been over 5 months but still, we haven’t seen any smartphone with this SoC. Amidst this, the company has announced an improved version of this chip called Dimensity 1000+.There’s no major difference between the old Dimensity 1000 and the new Dimensity 1000+. The new ‘Plus’ variant is similar to what Qualcomm did last year with Snapdragon 855+.Below mentioned are the new additions in the MediaTek Dimnesity 1000+144Hz FHD+HyperEngine 2.0Resource Management Engine for minimal power consumption during gameplayUpgraded Network Engine enables call and data concurrency as well...

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Mi Note 10 recieves stable Android 10 based MIUI 11

Android 10 is here for the Mi Note 10. The latest MIUI 11 update based on Android 10 is rolling out globally. If it matters for you, the download link for the ROM is provided at the end of the post.Related: Xiaomi Mi A3 Europe Android 10 UpdateThe MIUI 11 Global ROM update bears the version number, MIUI 11.1.1.0.QFDMIXM. Apart from the all-new Android 10 base, the package bundles the April security patch.Since Xiaomi has announced the MIUI 12 just recently, most of the Mi Note 10 users’ next dream update should be the MIUI 12. As per the Xiaomi roadmap, stable MIUI 12 Global wouldn’t be ready until June. And even if it’s ready by then, update for the Note 10 should take additional months, to say the least.Anyway, it’s good to see a major update...

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Latest OxygenOS Beta brings April patch for OnePlus 7/7Pro and OnePlus 7T/7T Pro

OnePlus has pushed new OxygenOS Open Beta updates for OnePlus 7 Series and OnePlus 7T Series. OxygenOS Open Beta 13 for the OnePlus 7/7 Pro, and for the OnePlus 7T Series it’s OxygenOS Open Beta 3.The beta updates bring April Security patch for the devices. You may go through the complete changelog given below.ChangelogSystemOptimized the volume adjustment to improve user experienceAdded the missing recording icon in-call screenUpdated Android security patch to 2020.04Fixed known issues and improved system stabilityPhoneAdded the ringing duration info for missed callsNow you can switch your mobile data on phone calls supported with VoLTECameraAdded a feature which can now detect dirt on the camera lens, prompting a quick cleanup for better...

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OneUI 2.1 update to hit Galaxy Note 9 on June

Samsung has a long tradition of pushing only two major Android update for a device. The same treatment applies to its flagships as well. Accordingly, the Galaxy S9 Series and Note 9 should see their end of the life with the OneUI 2.0 based on Android 10 as the final software. However, Samsung seems to have a plan of bringing OneUI 2.1 for these devices soon.A new report out from South Korea suggests, OneUI 2.1 for the Galaxy Note 9 is scheduled to arrive in June. If that’s the case, we could expect almost the same timeframe for the Galaxy S9 Series too. The expected time of arrival is applicable for the Korean Note 9 model. Nonetheless, it shouldn’t take much of a time to reach other regions once the roll-out begins in South Korea.OneUI 2.1...

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Realme 5, Realme 5s, and Realme 5i will receive Realme UI Android 10 update soon

Earlier in January, Realme shared the update timeline for Realme UI Android 10 software for its devices. As promised, the brand delivered updates to the eligible handsets on time. Going by the schedule, the update will be released for Realme 5, Realme 5s, and Realmi 5i this month (May).Within two years, Realme has become one of the largest smartphone makers in the world, thanks to its immense popularity in India. Last year, the brand announced the arrival of its own custom Android skin. And it did arrive earlier this year in the form of Realme UI.Realme UI is not a new skin, rather it is a tweaked version of ColorOS 7  based on Android 10. Anyway, it is better than the ColorOS 6  and ColorOS 6.1 found on the older Realme phones.So...

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WhatsApp Pay likely to launch in India by May end

Backed by NCPI’s revolutionary UPI, WhatsApp Pay has been in the oven for quite a long time. But it could soon change as a new report suggests WhatsApp Pay would go in full swing by the end of May in India.Reportedly, WhatsApp had collaborated with three private banks, namely Axis Bank, HDFC Bank, and ICICI Bank initially for the service roll-out. It’s said that, in a later stage, the public sector State Bank of India (SBI) too will join the forces.As of now, WhatsApp Pay allows transactions based on Unified Payments Interface (UPI) via ICICI Bank. The Facebook-owned instant messenger aims to bag over 10M users for its payment service upon the wider roll-out.Earlier this year, non-governmental organisation (NGO) Centre for Accountability and...

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Mi Browser update arrives with a toggle to disable "aggregated data collection"

Not so long ago, Xiaomi has been grilled for its browsers collecting user data and sending those to remote servers while on incognito mode.  Xiaomi responded quickly, initially with certain denials, but later on issued a statement detailing its plan to push an update for the accused browers plausibly with a fix. The promised update is live now, atleast for the Mi Browser.With no major changes other than the so-called “privacy protection enhancement update“, the latest Mi Browser 12.1.4-g should fix the data gathering without the user consent. We hope so. Xiaomi calls it as an option to toggle on/off “aggregated data collection“. We really don’t have any idea of what all aggregated data includes other than Xiaomi’s attempt to put forth...

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Download MIUI 12 Global ROM for Select Xiaomi devices

MIUI 12 Stable is expected to arrive in June. However, for those who want to try the initial build can download and sideload their device-specific ROM. Here we’ll be sharing the initial MIUI 12 builds for select Xiaomi devices. See the below image for the devices list.MIUI 12 Weekly ROMMIUI 12 test ROMs are available for the devices given above. Note that, they’re initial builds and can have multiple bugs, instability issues and even some ROMs have in-built roll-back protection enabled. Moreover, it requires an unlocked bootloader and custom recovery such as TWRP installed on your device.DeviceFilenameBuild DateSizeRedmi Note 5 Proxiaomi.eu_multi_HMNote5Pro_20.4.30_v12-9.zip2020-05-021.8 GBMI 6Xxiaomi.eu_multi_MI6X_20.4.30_v12-9.zip2020-05-021.9...

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Xiaomi's first 5G smartphone is still running a 2 year old software

Xiaomi’s first 5G smartphone, the Mi Mix 3 5G is still running a two-year-old software. The handset was released last year with MIUI 10 based on Android Pie. Unfortunately, albeit being a high-end product, the phone is yet to be updated to MIUI 11 as well as Android 10. On the other hand, the Chinese tech giant has already announced MIUI 12, the next iteration of its mobile software.The Mi Mix 3 5G is only available in Europe as one of the cheapest 5G smartphones at the time of its launch retailing at €599 – €699 (based on region). In fact, it was the first 5G handset to be sold in Spain and Italy.The phone is powered by Snapdragon 855 chipset paired with Snapdragon X50 5G modem for 5G connectivity. The silicon used in the phone was the flagship...

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