Android 12 Beta 3.1 update is live for Pixel users; brings bug fixes

The third Beta of Android 12 was released in mid-July with all new amazing and extensive features. Google said that Android 12 will be the major overhaul in years, and that indeed is proving to be true. The stable version of Android 12 will ve available later this fall. Today, the tech giant has bumped Beta 3 with Android 12 Beta 3.1.

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Android 12 Beta 3 is the refined stage of all the upcoming OS. However, with all the new features, the build also carries a bundle of bugs that hinder the user experience. Therefore concluding, Android 12 Beta 3.1 will probably deal with all of these issues.

The Android 12 Beta 3.1 was released today on build version SPB3.210618.016. Also, the Emulator support for the version is now x86 (64-bit), ARM (v8-A). Moreover, the Google Play services version has been upgraded to 21.24.13.

As mentioned by Google, Android 12 Beta 3.1 addresses the bugs that caused boot loops and System UI crash. Furthermore, the bug that created memory issue and was killing the process has been fixed with the update. Alongside, it also enhances the security by inculcating the current security maintenance by Google, July 2021.

As usual, the fresh package is presently limited to Pixel owners and will eventually make it to other Android devices. The users of Google Pixel 3 and upper models can flash the updated version. To be more precise, Pixel 3, Pixel 3a, Pixel 4, Pixel 4a, and Pixel 5 are eligible to grab the update.

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[Update: July 2021 Security Patch] Poco F3 GT Updates Tracker

The Xiaomi-owned brand— Poco has recently launched a new device called Poco F3 GT. The smartphone has a 6.67-inch display which is protected by a Corning Gorilla Glass 5. It is powered by Octa-core processor-based Dimensity 1200 5G Chipset paired with Mali-G77 MC9 GPU. In terms of camera, there's a triple rear camera with a 64MP primary sensor and a 16MP single front-facing camera.

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Note: This is an update tracker and will be updated frequently with the updates of the Poco F3 GT smartphone.

Poco F3 GT Updates Tracker

• [July 27, 2021]: It's not been even a week since Xiaomi announced Poco F3 GT and the company is sending a new update. The new build for the device inculcates the July 2021 security patch. The firmware is unfurling in India via build number V12.5.4.0.RKJINXM. This is a minor update and does not bring any new addition. But internally, it increases the system security.

Like all the other updates, it is also spinning out in a phased manner which means a set of random users will start experiencing the update now. After the successful verification, everyone will be getting it within a week. You can also check the update status manually by navigating to Settings > Software updates > Check for updates.

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Poco F3 NFC edition is finally joining the MIUI 12.5 update list

After updating all of the major devices with MIUI 12.5, Xiaomi has now started looking towards Poco smartphones. Recently, the company bumped Poco X2 in India with the latest skin iteration. Next smartphone to join the list of the NFC edition of Poco F3. The device was launched last year with Android 10 onboard along with MIUI 12 on top.

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The fresh update for Poco Fe NFC is having a stable rollout globally through the firmware version V12.5.1.0.RJGMIXM. Concerning new additions, MIUI 12.5 changes the entire experience of using your smartphone. From enhanced system performance to a bundle of new features, everything is addressed with it. Moreover, the security is now improved with July 2021 patch. Xiaomi has issued a precise changelog for the update.

Changelog

• System
  
  
  
  • New: Response to gestures is now instant.
  
  
  • New: With 20 times more rendering power, there are now few limits to what you can see on your screen.
  
  
  • New: With custom device model adjustments, any phone becomes faster after the upgrade.
  
  
  • Optimization: MIUI became lighter, faster, and more durable.
  
  
  • Updated Android Security Patch to July 2021. Increased system security.
  
  
  
  


• Notes
  
  
  
  • New: Compose mind maps with complex structures.
  
  
  • New: New tools for doodling and sketching.
  
  
  • New: Press and hold a sketch to adjust the strokes automatically.
  
  
  • New: A gesture shortcut now allows you to create notes, tasks, and excerpts anywhere.
  
  
  • New: Excerpts save text, URLs, and images to Notes in a few simple taps.
  
  
  • New: Dynamic layouts bring the typography in Notes to a new level.
  
  
  • All-new Notes.
  
  
  
  

In case you can't wait or feeling particularly impatient to receive the new package, head to the links below to flash the firmware manually.

Download Recovery ROM

Apply for OTA V12.0.1.0

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Chrome gets Screenshot, Editor & Google Lens features on desktop

The number of features available on Google Chrome for Android is more than the desktop version. But, things are now going to change as Google is releasing a new update that will give similar options in desktop Chrome. These features include a screenshot, photo editor, and Google Lens. Alongside, several other changes are underway through the Chromium Gerrit.

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Recently, Chrome for Android received a feature where users can take a screenshot directly via a built-in OS-level tool. The same feature is the main highlight that is going to arrive for desktop chrome. Also, the ability is further enhanced with Google's own editor tool for laptops and PCs.

The upcoming feature can be decoded through a new flag that is currently under work. It says "Enables taking screenshots from the desktop sharing hub.”

While taking a screenshot, the system will automatically send the picture to the clipboard to make it easier to paste. But keep in note these will not be scrolling screenshots as in Android. The size of the screen captured will be standard i.e; only the currently visible part on the screen will be taken into consideration.

For editing purposes, the flag points to a PWA which is especially meant to operate like an in-built desktop app. Accordingly, it is likely to arrive with a bundle of new features.

The next flag setting points to a native Google Lens in the Chrome app. This means the user can now transfer the image to the Lens app. Thereafter, Google will probably offer an extended toolbox that will allow the user to search a particular region.

The features are still in their early stage of development. Also, there are no official words from the tech giant. But we expect it to arrive with Chrome 94 or later. As always, the features will be initially available only to certain users.

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Samsung Galaxy M10 is receiving July 2021 security patch update

With its frequent update policies, Samsung has become one of the best smartphone brands available in the market. The Korean giant is effectively upgrading its devices with July 2021 Android security patch. It started with the Galaxy S10 followed by the dozens of low-end, mid-rangers, and high-end devices. The next device to join the long list is Galaxy M10.

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As always, the company already started sending a new monthly security patch before the end of the previous month. The latest update for the Galaxy M10 is unfurling in Argentina, South America. The units in other regions will also get similar treatment soon. The package arrives on firmware version M105MUBU7CUF1.

According to Samsung's documentation, the July 2021 patch addresses over 20 vulnerabilities related to security and privacy. Moreover, it brings a fix for the Android-Auto bug that many Galaxy users were facing.

Furthermore, some reports suggest that the update could also carry some other changes as well enhancing the user experience. However, these changes are still undercover.

As usual, the OTA update is having an incremental rollout. This means the package will hit different units randomly and a border rollout will follow later. Alternatively, the user can also track the build manually by heading to Settings > Software update > Download and install. 

Samsung Galaxy M10 was released in 2019 with Android 8.1 (Oreo) onboard. The device has already received the major OS updates it deserves and now it is only eligible for the regular security patch updates.

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Xiaomi Mi 10 is receiving a stable update with MIUI 12.5.2

Xiaomi is busy sending its latest upgrade over MIUI 12 to all the eligible flagships. Apparently, the MIUI 12.5 iteration is further modified to MIUI 12.5.2. After sending the latter one to Xiaomi Mi 11 series, the predecessor Mi 10 is grabbing a new software update that inculcates MIUI 12.5.2.

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The fresh update is unfurling for the global variants of Mi 10 through the firmware version V12.5.2.0.RJBMIXM.

After flashing the new software, the system security patch will be upgraded to June 2021. Moreover, it brings certain fixes related to the status bar and notification shades. Alongside, you can now also keep the calls and other notifications silent while recording a video from the camera app. Here's the precise changelog

Changelog

• System
  
  
  
  • Updated Android Security Patch to June 2021. Increased system security.
  
  
  
  


• Status bar, Notification shade
  
  
  
  • Fix: Notification badges weren't updated for incoming notifications on a locked device
  
  
  • Fix: Floating notifications weren't displayed correctly in landscape mode
  
  
  • Fix: Notifications flashed in some cases
  
  
  • Fix: Lock screen notification animations froze after the device was unlocked using face data
  
  
  
  


• Camera
  
  
  
  • New: Calls and notifications can be silenced during video recording
  
  
  
  

As always, the OTA is rolling out in phases. Therefore, it may take up to a week to hit every Xiaomi Mi 10 unit. Though the user can also track the package manually. To do this, head over to the Settings app > Software update > Check for update > Download and install.

Alternatively, if you can't wait to download the new update, we have a solution for you. Simply tap on the button below and flash the recovery ROM on your device.

Recovery ROM

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[Update: June 2021 Security Patch] Xiaomi Mi 10T/ Mi 10T Lite Updates Tracker

Last year in September, Xiaomi introduced the Mi 10T smartphones namely Mi 10T and Mi 10T Lite. The duo features a 6.67-inch display paired with up to 128GB of internal storage. Both smartphones offer Android 10 out of the box. However, Snapdragon 865 5G powers Mi 10T while the Lite variant equips Snapdragon 750G 5G. The lineup carries a triple rear camera with a 64MP primary sensor. Whereas, the front side houses 20MP and 16MP of shooters respectively.

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Note: This is an updates tracker and will be updated regularly with the Xiaomi Mi 10T smartphone updates.

Xiaomi Mi 10T/ Mi 10T Lite Updates Tracker

The updates will be posted in Descending Order (Date). Stay tuned or bookmark this page to know the latest update about the Xiaomi Mi 10T duo.

• [July 26, 2021]: Xiaomi Mi 10T Lite is receiving a new software update that brings a month-old safety patch, June 2021. The update arrives on the firmware version V12.5.3.0.RJDEUXM. This is just a minor bump in the security patch and does not bring any new additions. [Download OTA] or [Recovery ROM].


• [June 21, 2021]: Mi 10T Lite is receiving its next skin creation with MIUI 12.5. The latest update is live for global variants on the firmware version V12.5.1.0.RJSMIXM. Apart from the all-new features, the package seeds May 2021 security patch to the device. To know what more the new software brings, click here.


• [February 18, 2021]: Xiaomi is sparkling the Android 11 update to the Lite variant of Mi 10T. The update of stable MIUI version number 12.0.2.0 weighs around 2.5 GB. Tt brings January 2021 security patch along with enhanced system stability and system security. The users in China have started receiving the new software and are expected to roll out in India super soon. Head here to know any further details on this update.


• [February 3, 2021]: Xiaomi has started sending out the Android 11 Stable version to the Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro smartphones. The update arrives on the V12.1.1.0.RJDINXM Firmware version and it’s currently rolling out only to Indian users. The package houses the January 2021 Security patch along with Android 11 goodness & features. Visit our dedicated article for precise information.

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Xiaomi is releasing MIUI 12.5 update to Poco X2 in India

It's been a couple of months since Xiaomi introduced an upgrade over MIUI 12. The company is sprightly sprinting MIUI 12.5 to the eligible devices even before the planned schedule. The latest smartphone to join the long list is Poco X2. The device was launched last year with Android 10 pre-installed along with MIUI 11 on top.

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The latest update is presently live in India rolling out through firmware version V12.5.1.0.RGHINXM. While the units in other regions will probably get a similar treatment in the coming days.

Talking about changes, MIUI 12.5 brings enhanced performance, UI tweaks, new animations, privacy features, an updated Notes app, and a whole lot more. Reportedly, the system offers 20 times more rendering power after flashing the build. Here are some of the best features of the current stable skin by Xiaomi.

Best MIUI 12.5 features that you would love to enjoy!

The MIUI 12.5 Android skin is a bridge between MIUI 12 and MIUI 13. As the Poco X2 is only a year old, it is also eligible to receive the next version of the customized skin. However, the availability of Android 12 for the handset is still under confusion.

To keep in note, the MIUI 12.5 will arrive as a stable beta update. That implies, only a selected number of users can have access to fresh skin as of now. As usual, the OTA build is having a phase-wise rollout. Though a border rollout will follow in the upcoming week.

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OnePlus is finally sending OxygenOS 11 to the Nord N10 5G

According to the OnePlus timeline, the Nord N series can grab only one major update along with the three years of security maintenance. So is the case with Nord N10 5G. The smartphone was released last year with Android 10 pre-installed and received an Android 11 update this month. With the new operating system, the company is now inculcating fresh skin to the device, OxygenOS 11.

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The build arrives on firmware versions 11BE89BA for the European models. While the number differs to 11BE86AA and 11BE89BA​ for global and Turkish variants respectively.

Concerning changes, OxygenOS 11 based on Android 11 brings a whole new experience. From UI changes to multiple new features, there are a lot of new additions. Alongside, the dark mode, camera app, and ambient display are now enhanced. Furthermore, June 2021 security patch is also accompanying the package. Here is the official changelog issued by OnePlus.

Changelog

• system
  
  
  
  • Updated to OxygenOS 11 version
  
  
  • Fresh new UI visual design brings you a more comfortable experience with various optimizations of details
  
  
  • Since this is a big Android update with multiple new features, the upgrade process might be a little longer, please be more patient.
  
  
  • Updated Android security patch to 2021.06
  
  
  
  


• Camera
  
  
  
  • Updated the camera UI and optimized some of the function paths to offer a more convenient operation
  
  
  • Newly added HEVC codec to reduce video storage size seamlessly, capture and shoot more without compromising on quality
  
  
  • Newly added access to a third-party app to share the picture by pressing and holding it in preview
  
  
  • Newly added the quick access to recording mode by pressing and holding the shutter button and by sliding the button, you can easily zoom in or zoom out
  
  
  • Newly added the playback display in Time-lapse mode to show the actual filming time
  
  
  
  


• Ambient Display
  
  
  
  • Newly added Insight clock style, a joint creation with Parsons School of Design. It will change according to the phone usage data (To set: Settings > Customization > Clock on ambient display)
  
  
  • Newly added Canvas feature that can automatically draw a wireframe picture based on a lock screen photo on your phone（Path: Settings - Customization - Wallpaper - Canvas - Choose photo preview and it can be generated automatically）
  
  
  
  


• Games
  
  
  
  • Newly added Gaming Tools box for convenient switches of Pro Gaming Mode. You can now choose three ways of notifications: text-only, heads up and block just for your immersive gaming experience
  
  
  • Newly added quick reply feature in a small window for WhatsApp and INS (Enable it by swiping down from upper right/left corners of the screen in gaming mode)
  
  
  • Newly added mis-touch prevention feature. Enable it, swipe down from the top of the screen, click and the notification bar will pop out
  
  
  
  


• Dark Mode
  
  
  
  • Added a shortcut for Dark Mode, you can pull down the Quick Settings panel and find it
  
  
  • Supported automatically enable by time range (path: Settings - Display - Dark Mode - Turn on automatically - Automatically enable from sunset to sunrise / Custom time range)
  
  
  
  

As usual, the OTA will have a staged rollout. It will steadily make way for all users after ensuring that there are no critical bugs.

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