The pre-release software update for ROG Phone 5s is rolling out with bug fixes

Last month, Asus announced a couple of new addition to the ROG Phone 5 series— ROG Phone 5s and ROG Phone 5s Pro. Before its official launch, the company is already resolving few bugs for the ROG Phone 5s in a pre-release software update.

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The first build for the ROG Phone 5s is rolling out through the firmware version WW_18.1220.2107.115. Concluding from the "WW," we can say that the package will unfurl worldwide. Though we are not sure if you have to flash the update after you take your device out of the box or it will arrive pre-installed.

Regarding changes, the software address some bugs that could hinder the user experience. This includes a fix for an issue where the Aura Light for notifications could flicker and where AirTriggers would become insensitive after opening Taobao APP. Moreover, the problem where the charger could seldomly fail to charge the device is also resolved. Additionally, there are a couple of more things taken care of.

Changelog

• Fixed issue where Aura Light for notifications could flicker


• Fixed issue where AirTriggers would become insensitive after opening Taobao APP


• Fixed issue when pairing with GX3 Car Dash Camera


• Fixed issue where charger could seldomly fail to charge the device


• Fixed an occasional issue that occurred when using Type-C cable to connect to a monitor

As always, this OTA build is also unfurling to different serial numbers in batches. Accordingly, it may take a while to reach out to your device. Alternatively, you can navigate the update by heading to Settings > System updates > System, click on Download and install if the new firmware available is available for you.

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Vivo X70 pro arrives on TENAA with full spec details

After the success of the Vivo X60 series, Vivo is ready with its successor. And just like the last time, Vivo is going all out for the series. The Vivo X70 series was rumored for a long time, but now, it finally appeared on TENAA. Vivo X70 Pro which is the top model in the series made its appearance on TENNA along with specifications.



A tweet by Abhishek Yadav(@yabhishekhd) on Twitter confirmed the details about the device this morning. The tweet mentions detail about cameras, storage options, and many more.

Vivo X70 specifications

Starting with the cameras, the device features a quad-camera setup at the back with a 50MP main sensor. Other than the main sensor, the setup houses two 12MP sensors and an 8MP 5x periscope lens. On the front, it features a 32MP lens for selfies and vlogging. Vivo has developed a new Vivo V1 chip for image processing in partnership with ZEISS. And Vivo is going to use this chip in the X70 series.

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The device rocks a 6.56" FHD+ 120hz refresh rate AMOLED display with 10bit color. Vivo has always given some of the best-looking devices in the market along with a light and stylish design. The Vivo x70 pro also comes with a very light design with only 7.99mm thickness and a total weight of 185g.

Vivo X70 Pro will come with a 4450 mAh battery and a 44 Watt fast charging support. On the software front, it comes with the latest Android 11 onboard and might receive Android 12 when it goes official. The device comes with 8GB & 12GB RAM options and 128GB, 256GB & 512GB storage options. The official date for the launch is not out yet, so, have to wait for the announcement.

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Specs Comparison: Galaxy A52s 5G vs OnePlus Nord 2 5G

If you are planning to purchase any latest smartphone at a mid-range price, Samsung and OnePlus are here with Galaxy A52s 5G and Nord 2 5G respectively. Here we will compare the two devices based on their specifications and performance so you can make your own choice accordingly.

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First, let's know what is similar between the Galaxy A52s 5G and the OnePlus Nord 2 5G.

Similarities

• The smartphones may differ in display overall but they weigh the same i.e 189 g.


• The panels of the devices offer 1080 x 2400 pixels resolution that is protected with Gorilla Glass 5.


• Android 11 runs Galaxy A52s 5G and Nord 2 5G with the latest skin by the respective companies.


• The duo has the same storage onboard with up to 256GB and 8 GB RAM. However, the OnePlus Nord 2 has the upper hand with a 12 GB RAM variant.


• The selfie cam for the Galaxy A52s 5G and Nord 2 5G stands identical at 32 MP lens.


• A 4500 mAh power cell backs up the smartphones over a USB Type-C 2.0 port.


• The other correlative connectivity features are dual-band Wi-Fi, GPS/ A-GPS, and NFC.

Now that we know about the indistinguishable details, let's see in what department the smartphones aren't alike. This includes the display, camera, processor, and others. To make it easier for you, we have listed the differences in the table below for a quick glimpse.

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To mention that, Galaxy A52s has an IP67 rated build offering dust and water resistance up to 1m for 30 mins. We hope that this information will help you to make the right decision.

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Nokia finally initiates the Android 12 beta build with Nokia X20

Google portrayed Android 12 as the biggest visual overhaul in years. The beta version for the upcoming operating system was released at the Google I/O 2021 event in May. So far, Google has released the first Android 12 Public Beta for several major smartphone brands. The next in line is HMD Global's Nokia X20.

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Android 12 will bring the major overhaul ever to your smartphones, ranging from revamping UI to enhanced security tools. The version entirely emphasizes the “Material You” theme based on personalization. Accompanying this is an engine code-named “monet” that brings a palette of color based on the home screen wallpaper. The theme syncs to your apps, UI, wallpaper, and other platforms accordingly. To know the best of Android 12 features, tap on the button below.

Best Android 12 features

If you own a Nokia X20 and are interested in the Android 12 beta developer preview program, install the My Phone app on your device. You will receive an OTA within 12 hours of registering yourself. Also, you can track the build manually by heading to the device's Settings > About Phone > System Updates 20 minutes after enrolling in the program.

But before you proceed, keep in note that this is an early preview version. That means the build will not be stable as the official version. Also, it will carry bugs that may hinder your surfing experience. Therefore, it is only meant for developers to do compatibility testing and early development, not for daily average users.

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Make unlimited video calls & live streams with Telegram's latest update

Almost a month ago, Telegram updated its platform with a box full of new features. Once again, the app is getting refreshed with several new additions. But the major one to notice is that unlimited users can participate while video calling and live streaming in a channel. Keep scrolling to know the rest of them.

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In addition to this, participants can also raise their hands and contribute to the conversation if allowed. The other features in Telegram include “flexible forwarding.” This will allow the user to show or hide the caption and sender before forwarding the picture. In case you accidentally tapped the wrong chat, the "Preview" window will allow you to change the recipient.



The other addition enables the user to jump to the next channel. While scrolling to the end of one channel, you will see a prompt that needs to be swiped up to enter the next unread channel. The process repeats if there's another channel left for reading.

The other minor changes include new animated emoji, trending stickers, larger previews for sticker suggestions, and unread comment counters in channels.

The previous update for the Telegram version7.9.0 arrived with a dozen of exciting new features. This includes animated emojis, auto-delete, video playback speed, group video call new drawing tools, screen sharing with sound, and much more. To know these features in detail with the others, visit our dedicated article.

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Samsung unveils Galaxy A52S with Snapdragon 778G 5G Soc

Welcoming September, Samsung has finally launched the much-rumored Galaxy A52S 5G. The latest model in the Galaxy A series is a refreshed version of the standard Galaxy A52 5G. Before the launch, we had some leaks with us but with the official announcement, the device has finally come to light.

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The Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G features a 6.5-inch full-HD+ Super AMOLED Infinity-O Display with a 120Hz refresh rate. The panel has an IP67 rated build offering dust and water resistance protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5. Additionally, it offers a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and 405 PPI pixel density. It will measure 159.9 x 75.1 x 8.4 mm in dimensions and weigh 189 grams.

Under the hood, the Galaxy A52s runs Android 11 tossed with One UI 3 on top. Further, it equips Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G SoC. The smartphone has 128 GB of internal storage onboard paired with 6 GB/ 8 GB GB of RAM. The storage is further expandable up to 1TB via a microSD card slot.



In the optics department, Galaxy A52s holds a 64 MP quad rear camera module. The other lenses include a 12 MP secondary sensor, and a couple of 5 MP macro and telephoto shooters. On the other side, there's a single 32 MP snapper for selfies and video calls.

To serve connectivity, Galaxy A52S 5G supports dual- nano-SIM, 5G, 4G LTE network, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS/ A-GPS, and NFC. The handset ships with a 4,500 mAh battery that supports Super Fast Charging of 25W over a USB Type-C port. Also, it has an in-display fingerprint sensor for security maintenance.

Price and Availability

The Galaxy A52s 5G cost Rs. 35,999 for the lower storage variant. While the top model is worth Rs. 37,499. Samsung has a couple of offers for interested users. The payment made by HDFC Bank cards will get Rs. 3,000 cashback. Also, you can get a discount of Rs. 3,000 in exchange for your previous handset.

The Galaxy A52s will be available in three color variants — Awesome Black, Awesome Violet, and Awesome White. You can purchase the smartphone from the official Samsung store, Amazon, and other major retail outlets.

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Huawei Watch 3 series get smart gesture control with the latest update

A couple of months back, Huawei launched the Watch 3 series after a break of four years. The lineup consists of two models— Watch 3 and Watch 3 Pro. The company is now sending a new software update to the wearables that brings smart gesture control features.

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To be precise, the controls introduce three smart gestures. The first one promotes contactless payment. You can raise your wrist and rub your fingers on the screen to open the Alipay QR code for contactless payment. While the other two are related to the calling section. You can make a fist and release it to answer an incoming call. Lastly, the call can be muted instantly by flipping the wrist.

To experience these changes, turn on the gestures via the Application menu > Settings > Accessibility > Gestures and toggle the smart gesture feature. Hopefully, the company will add more such controls in future updates

Both Watch 3 and Watch 3 Pro are quite identical, with the main difference in the build of the two watches. The wearable features a 1.43-inch AMOLED screen with a 60Hz refresh rate. The panel offers a 3D rotating crown, 466 X 466 pixels resolution, and 326PPI. The build sports a stainless steel body and a 3D large-curvature mirror design.

The series powers its homegrown OS named Harmony OS as the company is banned from using Google Services. The wearables offer several features including 100+ sports modes, supports temperature, sleep tracking, heart rate monitoring, stress monitoring, fall detection, ambient light sensor, sedentary reminder, and more.

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Google Chrome 93 is rolling out for all platforms with new features

Earlier this month, Google released the Chrome 92 in a stable phase with some extensive features. Keeping its record, the tech giant has now come up with the next major release after a gap of few weeks. Chrome 93 is available to download for Mac, Windows, Android, and iOS users.

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As Chrome 92, the new version also offers some changes to simplify and enhance the user experience. Read the bulletins below to read what Chrome 93 arrives with

• With the update to Chrome 93, the user can see what sites were in the group and also open individual pages.
  To see this, open the "Recently Closed" section under Overflow > History which enables the user to restore group tabs.
  chrome://flags/#tab-restore-sub-menus

• Google has done an experiment with Chrome 93 that replaces the lock icon in front of URLs with a downward-facing chevron/caret. This is because the old symbol did not provide full security measures as it was only based on connection encryption.

• The WebOTP API is making its way to reach the desktop with Chrome 93. This allows websites to automatically generate and fill OTPs.
  The user has to tap the “Submit” option on the notification area when the message arrives.


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  The user can notice pop-up info when Google shows any warning regarding security issues.
  chrome://flags/#page-info-version-2-desktop

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• The standard support has ended with Chrome 93 thus halting Ubuntu 16.04.


• There's a new Tab page that will display Google Drive documents. This section will include the files edited by you or other participants. The feature is yet to make a wider rollout though.
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Apart from the above-mentioned features, Google has decided to present a couple more for iOS users.

• A new compact context menu while holding down on links and images.


• The users can now easily sign in to Chrome and other Google services on the web if they have already signed in on their device.


• Google will allow the signed-in users to use and save payment methods from their without sync.

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Microsoft Power BI apps update get new Goals feature on Android and iOS

Microsoft Power BI is a set of business intelligence apps that provides tools for aggregating, analyzing, visualizing, and sharing data to non-technical business users. Today, the app is receiving a new update that adds a new Goal feature, new Goals Hub, and scorecards for keeping track of tasks progress.

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The update is live for both Android and iOS users. If you're on Android, you may look for the 2.2.210823.2142829 version. While the iOS users will find it on 24.0.

“Goals is a great addition to Power BI. Built directly on top of Power BI data, Goals provide a data-driven, collaborative, adaptable way of measuring and tracking progress on key business metrics,” Says Maya Shenhav, Microsoft Power BI Mobile and Devices PM.

Both Android and iOS platforms are getting updated, the changes are different though. Where both platforms users can now monitor goals, scorecards, and check-in progress on the go, directly from the mobile app. The iOS users can request access to a link directly via the app. While Android users now have the Power BI Goals preview on the app.

Update log (iOS)

• Now you can monitor your goals and scorecards and check-in progress on the go, directly from the mobile app! You'll find them right there on the home page in the new Goals Hub.


• Have a link to a report you don't have access to? Now you can request access directly from the app!

Update log (Android)

• Power BI Goals (preview) now available in the mobile apps


• Now you can monitor your goals and scorecards and check-in progress on the go, directly from the mobile app! You'll find them right there on the home page in the new Goals Hub.

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