Google lodges a new Chromecast with FCC documentation

Alongside the new Pixel 6 series, Google is probably planning to introduce another product as well i.e; a new Chromecast. Recently, a new Google device received the FCC certification. And reportedly, the render leaks of that device are related to a streaming stick. Though, it is not sure if the new Chromecast will accompany the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro flagship launch.

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According to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) documentation, the new smart device carries the model number Google GJQ9T. Further, it is certified under the "Wireless Streaming Device" category that supports Bluetooth and dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity. However, it also has a standalone case that will display the regulatory information.

Considering the leaked details, Google GJQ9T is likely to be the successor of Chromecast Ultra. Perhaps Google has a surprise underneath as a majority of the latest smart TVs equip the Chromecast Ultra technology. For the unawares, it supports a single USB port for 5V charging.

In other news, Google may also make its own tools and infrastructures that will be accessible to other partners who wish to fabricate their own collective streaming platforms.

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Xiaomi is updating the Mi Smart Band 6 with a flashlight function

Xiaomi introduced the Mi Smart Band 6 alongside the Mi 11 Ultra, Mi 11 Pro, and Mi 11 Lite 5G Smartphones. The band offers features like health tracking including SpO2 monitoring, continuous heart rate monitoring, music control, and so on. The latest update for the wearable introduces a useful feature called flashlight function.

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The latest update for the Mi Smart Band 6 is arriving on firmware version 1.0.4.38. Presently, the build is rolling out in UK, Czech Republic, and Kuwait, while the units in other regions will get similar treatment soon.

Also, the company has mentioned that in order to grab the new update, the user needs to update the MI Fit app to version 5.3.0. Back in April, the wearable received its first update that added a new feature for monitoring sleep breathing quality. Also, bought a trait to check and rate the quality of your breathing during sleep at night. Alongside these, the package also included some known bugs and enhancements in the user experience to the smart wearable.

For those unaware, the Mi Band 6 already tracks Breath exercise, Stress monitoring, Female health tracking, and PAI (Personal Activity Intelligence), and your sleep. Moreover, it gathers data about sleep breathing quality, REM, and nap time periods.

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Realme X2 Pro grabs July 2021 security patch with a fix for BGMI 90FPS issue

Realme had released its X2 Pro flagship a couple of years back with Android 9 Pie pre-installed. Recently, the smartphone has received the Realme UI 2.0 update based on Android 11. This fresh inculcates the July 2021 security patch to the device along with a fix for the BGMI 90FPS issue.

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The latest update for the Realme X2 Pro is a part of the Realme UI 2.0 build which is presently rolling out in India. The build can be identified through the firmware version RMX1931_11_F.12. Also, the package will shortly expand to other regions as well.

Talking about changes, the software adds the July 2021 security patch along with the new features. According to the company's documentation, the patch fixes numerous privacy and security-related vulnerabilities. Additionally, it also includes performance improvements that enhance the device's stability and bug fixes.

The major thing to notice in the update is it addresses the lagging issue of Battlegrounds Mobile India. Moreover, the issue that the Battlegrounds Mobile India does not support 90fps while the 90fps switch is on is also fixed. Here is the official changelog issued by the company.

Update Log

• Security
  
  
  
  • Updated Android security patch: July 2021
  
  
  
  


• Game
  
  
  
  • Fixed the probabilistic lagging issue of Battlegrounds Mobile India in some scenes
  
  
  • Fixed the issue that the Battlegrounds Mobile India does not support 90fps while the 90fps switch is on
  
  
  
  


• System
  
  
  
  • Fixed the problem of heating when using normal charging while the screen is on
  
  
  • Fixed the issue of phone restart at a very low probability in standby mode
  
  
  • Fixed the problem of low probability of camera preview freeze
  
  
  
  

As usual, the package is rolling out in batches and will take time to hit every unit. Meanwhile, you can also head over to Settings > Software update > check for update to give it a manual check.

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Specs Comparison: iQOO Z3 v/s Samsung Galaxy A22 5G

Vivo and Samsung introduced some mid-rangers this year including iQOO Z3 and Galaxy A22 5G. Here on this page, we aim to clear your doubts about the two devices on the basis of their key specs. Go ahead to clear your doubts so you can easily make a choice.

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Talking about the similarities, iQOO, and Galaxy A22 don't have much of them apart from their processor on board, and some connectivity options. Both smartphones support 5G network and offer Android 11 OS pre-installed.

Further, they have connectivity options like dual-band Wi-Fi, GPS with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS. Alongside, the handsets have standard sensors including a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, and compass.

The other key specifications like display, camera, platform, storage configuration, etc are different. We have sorted them out in tabular form for you to take a quick glimpse.

iQOO Z3 v/s Galaxy A22 5G

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Oppo Find X3 Pro becomes the first phone to get ColorOS 12 beta update

Oppo announced the next Android version for the latest top-tier flagship, Find X3 Pro in May. The smartphone is the first device from the brand to grab an Android 12 developer preview. Keeping up with the pace, Find X3 Pro will be the first device to get ColorOS 12 this month.

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The new Android 12 based ColorOS 12 beta update is arriving on Find X3 Pro through the firmware version  PEEM00_11_W.82. As always, the system is initially unfurling in the home country but it will soon roll out to global variants as well.

As mentioned by Oppo earlier, ColorOS 12 will be an intuitive operating system that will allow the users to make more personalizations. With a major focus on UI and UX, the new system will offer major redesign and some new elements like hydrogen OS, Flyme, etc. Moreover, the data security and privacy terms will be more transparent with most of the control in the users' hands.

Talking about the changes, the update log mentions a new custom color function, new light function, and refreshed icons. Furthermore, the system has now become more transparent. The issues faced by the developers are now fixed ultimately enhancing the stability and smoothness of ColorOS 12.

Update log

• New custom color function, it can turn your hands green


• The new light function is added so that your phone can fly like a flying machine


• New transparency function, you can make your phone transparent after opening


• The new desktop icons and interfaces look as simple and clean as you solve


• All the problems encountered in the developer version


• Optimized and improve ColorOS 12 stability and smoothness.

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Realme X7 5G gets Android 11 based Realme UI 2.0 stable update in India

September 2020 launched Realme X7 5G is finally grabbing the Realme UI 2.0 update based on Android 11. The update is presently live in India rolling out through firmware version RMX3092_11_C.05 weighing 484MB in size.

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Realme has advised the users to be on build number RMX2176PU_11_A.14/ RMX2176PU_11_A.16/ RMX2176PU_11_A.17/ RMX2176PU_11_A.18/ RMX2176PU_11_A.20 to be eligible for receiving the update.

Concerning changes, the package carries everything we'd expect with the new skin. Moreover, it addresses several issues related to the system, camera, settings, and status bar. Alongside, the system security is enhanced with June 2021 patch. Below is the official changelog of the update.

Changelog

• Personalizations
  
  
  
  • Personalize the user interface to make it your own
  
  
  • You can now create your own wallpaper by picking colors from your photos.
  
  
  • Third-party icons for apps on the home screen are now supported.
  
  
  • Three Dark mode styles are available: Enhanced, medium, and gentle; wallpapers and icons can be adjusted to Dark mode, and the display contrast can be adjusted automatically to ambient light.
  
  
  
  


• High Efficiency
  
  
  
  • You can now drag text, images, or files out of a floating window or from one app to another app in Split-screen mode.
  
  
  • Optimized the editing page of Smart Sidebar: Two tabs are displayed and the order of items can be customized.
  
  
  
  


• System
  
  
  
  • Added “Tone tunes”: Consecutive notification tones will be linked to form a single melody.
  
  
  • You can now determine a time period when Do Not Disturb is on.
  
  
  • Added weather animations to provide you with a more interesting experience.
  
  
  • Optimized vibration effects for text input and gameplay.
  
  
  • Optimized “Auto brightness”.
  
  
  
  


• Launcher
  
  
  
  • You can now remove a folder or combine it with another one.
  
  
  • Added filters for “Drawer mode”: You can now filter apps by name, install time, or usage frequency to find an app more quickly.
  
  
  
  


• Security and Privacy
  
  
  
  • You can now turn “App lock” on or off in Quick Settings.
  
  
  • More powerful SOS functions
  
  
  • Emergency info: You can quickly display your personal emergency info to first responders. The information can be shown even when your screen is locked.
  
  
  • Optimized “Permission manager”: You can now choose “Allow only once” for sensitive permissions to better protect your privacy.
  
  
  
  


• Games
  
  
  
  • Added Immersive mode which reduces disturbances while gaming so you can stay focused.
  
  
  • You can change the Game Assistant call-up method.
  
  
  
  


• Communications
  
  
  
  • You can share your personal hotspot with others via a QR code.
  
  
  
  


• Photos
  
  
  
  • Added the Cloud Sync for Private Safe feature which allows you to sync the photos in your Private Safe to the cloud.
  
  
  • Optimized the photo editing feature with upgraded algorithms and more markup effects and filters.
  
  
  
  


• HeyTap Cloud
  
  
  
  • You can back up your photos, documents, system settings, WeChat data, and more, and easily migrate to a new phone.
  
  
  • You can select the types of data to be backed up or restored.
  
  
  • You can create multiple backups for your phone.
  
  
  
  


• Camera
  
  
  
  • Added the inertial zoom feature which makes zooming smoother during video shooting.
  
  
  • Added the level and grid feature to help you compose videos.
  
  
  
  


• Accessibility
  
  
  
  • Added “Sound amplifier”: You can amplify faint sounds and soften loud sounds when wearing earphones.
  
  
  
  

Keep in note that the new package is currently unfurling only to the Realme UI 2.0 beta users. Though, it will have a public rollout soon after ensuring smooth functioning. As usual, the OTA updates are having an incremental rollout and will automatically hit the beta users.

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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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