Redmi 8, 8A, 8A Dual starts receiving MIUI 12.5 (Android 11) Update [Download]

Xiaomi's MIUI 12.5 skin is a minor upgrade over the MIUI 12 that serves as a bridge to reach MIUI 13. Earlier this year, the Redmi 8 trio has already received the original version of the customized skin. Yet again, the Redmi 8, 8A, and 8A Dual are grabbing a bump with MIUI 12.5 which is based on Android 11.

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Presently, the new software for the Redmi 8 trio is rolling out in India. For the standard variant, the build carries the firmware version V12.5.1.0.QCNINXM. While it arrives on V12.5.1.0.QCPINXM and V12.5.1.0.QCQINXM for Redmi 8A and 8A Dual respectively. Alongside the all-new features, the security patch will also be upgraded to July 2021.

Talking about changes, MIUI 12.5 brings a whole new experience to your device. The company has issued a detailed changelog for this update. Meanwhile, you can also check the best of the MIUI 12.5 feature by heading here.

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.
  
  
  
  

As usual, the rollout of these OTA updates will take time to reach all units. But you can also track the update via the Settings app > Software update > Check for update > Download and install. 

If you are still feeling particularly impatient, you can tap on the links below to manually apply for the OTA versions for your respective devices.

Redmi 8

Redmi 8A

Redmi 8A Dual

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Xiaomi sends MIUI 12.5 update to the Redmi Note 9 globally

The current stable skin by Xiaomi— MIUI 12.5 has made its way to numerous devices so far. After sending the new version to the Redmi Note 9 units in India, the smartphone is now eligible to grab the MIUI 12.5 update globally.

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The latest software is unfurling globally via the firmware version V12.5.1.0.RJOMIXM weighs 2.3 GB in size. After flashing the new software, the system security patch will be upgraded to July 2021.

Concerning changes, the package brings several new additions to the system and the Notes app. The company has issued a precise changelog of the update. Further, you can see the best MIUI 12.5 features here.

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.
  
  
  • Updated Android Security Patch to July 2021. Increased system security.
  
  
  • Optimization: MIUI became lighter, faster, and more durable.
  
  
  • Stable MIUI based on Android 11
  
  
  
  

• Notes
  
  
  
  • 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.
  
  
  • 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.
  
  
  • All-new Notes.
  
  
  
  

The OTA update is rolling out in phases. Therefore, it may take a while to hit all units. The build can also be tracked manually via the Settings app > Software update > Check for update > Download and install. 

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Google Photos Memories arriving as a widget to Android devices

At the Google I/O 2021, the company said to release an enhanced memories function to Google Photos. Following this, the Android users are finally receiving an update that provides a shortcut to having a glimpse of your memories without opening the app specifically. To be more clear, The update added a Memories widget that was only limited to iOS users since now.

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When you visit the Google Photos app, you will see some albums named Memories. These albums often arrive as a pop-up notification on your Android smartphone. Also, they appear at the top of the Photos app for easy reach.

As the name suggests, Memories display pictures from the past based on certain criteria. For instance, pictures clicked on the same day in a different year, images that have similar colors, similar people, photos taken at specific times, and so on.

The Memories widget is targeted at those who don’t actually go to the Google Photos app but wish to see the old pictures time-to-time. This step by Google will probably get more people to upload their photos to Google Photos.



As expected, the update is presently limited to certain users. Finally, the users who are running version 5.52.0.0387241369 have started seeing the new widget. Whereas, the feature has been available for iOS users for almost ten months now.

Talking about the widget display, it will come in a default 2×2 size. As usual, the user can adjust the size according to their preferences. To mention that it is not sure if the user will have any power to control the kind of memories that will be displayed in the widget.

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Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G is receiving Android 11 Realme UI 2.0 update

Where Android 12 is on the verge of releasing this fall, Realme is treating its Narzo 30 Pro 5G smartphone with Android 11 along with Realme UI 2.0. Despite launching this year in February, the smartphone comes pre-installed with Android 10 based Realme UI. However, after the successful testing of the package, the Narzo 30 Pro 5G is finally receiving a stable update of the latest build.

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The latest software for the Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G is unfurling through firmware version RMX2117_11.C.03. To grab the current stable build, the user needs to be on the version number RMX2111PU_11.A.35/ RMX2111PU_11.A.37/ or RMX2111PU_11.A.39.

The fresh build will endorse all the expected Android 11 based Realme UI 2.0 goodies to the Realme Narzo 30 Pro 5G. The latest stable OS makes numerous changes to the performance and user experience by introducing chat bubbles, native screen recorder, one-time permissions, smart device controls, and much more.

Furthermore, the Realme UI 2.0 serves as a cherry on the cake. The customized skin will inculcate enhanced customization, system improvements, new seamless fun for Gen Z design, and smart multimedia controls to the device. To be more precise, it will bring new additions like System Cloner, Quick Return Bubble, Enhanced Dark Mode, AOD Mode, New App Drawer, Third-party Icon Support, Notification history, Redesigned Notification Panel, Revamped Always-On display, Improved Game Space, and a lot more.

As usual, Realme will initially push this update randomly to a limited number of users to ensure its stability. A broader rollout will follow soon in the coming days or weeks after ensuring that there are no critical bugs.

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[Update: July 2021 Security Patch] Redmi Note 10S Updates Tracker

In March 2021, Xiaomi announced the Redmi Note 10 S smartphone as a part of the Note 10 flagship. The phone features a 6.43-inch AMOLED display paired with up to 8GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. Under the hood, it is powered by an Octa-core processor-based MediaTek Helio G95 SoC. The smartphone ships with Android 11, MIUI 12.5 out of the box. Redmi Note 10S equips a quad-camera module at the rear with a 64MP primary sensor and a 13MP snapper for selfies.

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Note: This is an update tracker and will be updated frequently with the Redmi Note 10S smartphone updates.

Redmi Note 10S Updates Tracker

All the major updates are listed below in descending order.

• [August 06, 2021]: Xiaomi is sending the July 2021 Android security patch to the Redmi Note 10S. The stable update is rolling out across the globe through the firmware version V12.5.12.0.RKLMIXM. The new patch increases the system security by fixing vulnerabilities from different vectors. You can apply for the OTA here, and flash the recovery ROM from here.


• [May 11, 2021]: A couple of days before the launch, Xiaomi is sending MIUI 12.5 update to the Redmi Note 10S. The new skin is out for all the Redmi Note 10S devices carrying version number 12.5.2.0.RLLINXM for India, 12.5.3.0.RKLEUXM for Europe, and 12.5.5.0.RKLMIXM for other global markets. Though it is not sure if the bump in the skin will be served as a day-one update for buyers or will already be preinstalled on the units. Head here to read more on this update.

As usual, the OTA update is having a phase-wise rollout. Accordingly, it will take time to reach every unit. Alternatively, you can head over to Settings > Software updates > Check for the updates to track the respective build manually.

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[Update: July 2021 Security Patch] Poco F2 Pro Updates Tracker

Last year in Q3, the Xiaomi-owned brand— Poco came up with a new device called Poco F2 Pro. The smartphone has a 6.67-inch Super AMOLED display paired with up to 256GB of storage and 8GB RAM. Beneath the screen, the phone runs Snapdragon 865 5G processor and Android 10 pre-installed. It has a 64 MP quad rear camera and a single 20MP Motorized pop-up sensor for selfies.

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Note: This is an update tracker and will be updated frequently with the Poco F2 Pro smartphone updates.

Poco F2 Pro Updates Tracker

All the major updates are listed below in descending order.

• [August 06, 2021]: Xiaomi is releasing a new software update to the Poco F2 Pro that carries the security patch for July 2021. The stable update is rolling out across the globe through the firmware version V12.5.2.0.RJKMIXM. The new patch increases the system security by fixes some of the risks and vulnerabilities from different vectors. You can apply for the OTA here, and flash the recovery ROM from here.


• [July 3, 2021]: A few weeks ago Poco F2 Pro received the MIUI 12.5 stable update for the European region only. But, now Xiaomi has released a stable update for global users also. Alongside, it brings the June 2021 security Patch and Android 11. The update brings some much-awaited changes like reduced bloatware and the ability to uninstall the system app. For more details and precise changelog for the new build, visit our dedicated article.


• [June 12, 2020]: Xiaomi has announced that it's POCO F2 Pro will get Android 11 Beta 1 soon. Android 11 beta release for the device will have an MIUI custom skin on top. There is no information about the MIUI version yet. It will be cleared in the coming few days. In the future, we might see some more phones on the list that are getting Android 11 beta. Read here to know what we expect from the upcoming beta version.

The updates are spinning out in a phased manner which means they will roll out to certain users initially. 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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Get official Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro wallpapers for free!

Google has finally disclosed its upcoming smartphones that will be launched later this fall: Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. Though the detailed specs are still a surprise, we have the key info in our hands. Alongside this, we also have access to the official wallpapers of the duo that you can download for free here!

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The set includes a dozen of wallpapers that are a collection of “For Fun” themes. As always, these wallpapers as well are designed to hide the smartphone's punch-hole cutout in the center.

Here is an overview of the wallpapers and you can grab your favourite one in their original quality from the link provided at the end of the page

Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro wallpaper Preview

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The above 12 wallpapers for the Google Pixel 6 flagship are named Thirst Quencher, Watermelon Falls, Fruits, Cherry Cone, Street Art, Flash, Match Point, Karaoke, Deep Sea, Pattern Playlist, Cloud Surfing, and A Wandering Musician.

Without a further ado, apply these amazing wallpapers as the home screen or lock screen wallpapers on your device by tapping on the button below.

Grab Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro wallpapers 

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The new SwiftKey update can sync Android's clipboard with a Windows PC

SwiftKey is a virtual third-party keyboard app by Microsoft for both Android and iOS devices. Since its introduction in 2010, the software had received numerous updates. The new update is knocking with a new feature that enables the user to sync Android's clipboard with a Windows PC.

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As of now, the new feature is currently in the beta stage. To try this out, you can flash the latest beta of the SwiftKey app from the Play Store link provided at the end of the page.

Once the installation is complete, visit the app's Settings > Rich input > Clipboard. You will see a new window opening up, in there, enable the “Sync clipboard history to the cloud” toggle.



Once you've enabled the toggle, visit your Windows 10 PC settings > Clipboard. Under this section, turn on the “Clipboard history” and “Sync across devices” options. After following all the above-mentioned steps, you will be able to access your Android device clipboard history on the PC. Interestingly, this feature works both ways.



To access the smartphone’s clipboard history on your Windows 10 PC, you can simply use the “windows+V” keyboard shortcut. Before this, do not that the feature will only show the history for an hour. While the last copied item will display on the prediction bar in the SwiftKey app.

Also, do not worry about your privacy as the clipboard data will be encrypted, plus it will not be linked to any Microsoft account. The stable release is still undercover but we will make sure to let you know soon as we get any other updates.

Download Microsoft SwiftKey Beta

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OnePlus Nord 2 gets OxygenOS 11.3.A.08 update with camera optimizations

Last month, OnePlus launched the successor of its highly anticipated Nord smartphone, OnePlus Nord 2 5G. The smartphone comes with Android 11 based OxygenOS 11.3 on top. The first software update for the device arrived with OxygenOS 11.3 A.05. Yet again, the company is releasing another update to Nord 2. The new firmware brings OxygenOS 11.3.A.08 update along with some camera optimizations.

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As posted on the OnePlus community forum, the build is arriving on the firmware version 11.3.A.08. The package weighs 248.6MB which is presently live in India. Regarding changes, the update adds improvements and optimizations to the smartphone.

To be more precise, the build improves the system's stability. Plus, it brings improvements in the camera and system app. Getting into details, the shooting performance of the camera app is improved. Moreover, the HDR feature effect is now optimized. Here is the official changelog released by the company.

Changelog

• System
  
  
  
  • Improved system stability
  
  
  
  


• Camera
  
  
  
  • Optimized the HDR feature effect
  
  
  • Improved the shooting performance
  
  
  
  

Like all the others updates, the OTA update is also unfurling in a phase-wise manner. As mentioned, the build is currently limited to India and will roll out to Europe soon. Accordingly, it will hit a limited number of users initially. A border rollout will follow after making sure there are no critical bugs. Alternatively, you can also track the update manually by heading to Settings > About > Software updates.

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