Wednesday, September 8, 2021

[Update: September 2021 Security Patch] Samsung Galaxy M21 Updates Tracker

Samsung Galaxy M21 was dispatched in March 2020 with Android 10 pre-installed. The phone features a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display, a 48MP triple rear camera, and a 20MP selfie lens. There’s a 6,000 mAh battery backed up by 15W of fast charging support. It is powered by an Exynos 9611 (10nm) Chipset paired with up to 128GB and 6GB RAM onboard storage.

Galaxy M21
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Note: This is an update tracker and will be refreshed frequently with the updates of the Samsung Galaxy M21 smartphone

Galaxy M21 Updates Tracker



  • [September 8, 2021]: The Galaxy M21 is grabbing a new update that inculcates the September 2021 security patch to the device. The build is rolling out in India and Sri Lanka on the firmware number M215FXXU2BUH6. To mention. Samsung is yet to detail this safety patch, it is likely to carry some general bug fixes and stability improvements.

  • [March 31, 2021]: The Galaxy M21 becomes the latest device to get the One UI 3.1 update. The update weighing 960MB is currently rolling out in Indian markets carrying the firmware version M215FXXU2BUC8. Visit our dedicated article to know more about this package.


As usual, the OTA update is rolling out in batches. The Galaxy M21 users may have to wait a while to receive the update. Meanwhile, they can track the build manually. To do this, navigate to Settings > Software updates > check for the updates.
Related: [Update: September 2021 Security Patch] Samsung Galaxy Z Flip Update Tracker

Tuesday, September 7, 2021

Oppo ColorOS 12 official wallpapers are out for download!

Since the introduction of Android 12, all the major OEMs including Oppo have started working to develop their next-gen skin. Though Find X3 Pro was the first device by the company to get Android 12 Beta, it still misses ColorOS 12. Reportedly, the skin could unveil in mid-to-late September. It looks like the brand has taken its first step by releasing the ColorOS 12 wallpapers.

ColorOS 12

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The vibrant ColorOS 12 wallpapers seem to be inspired by nature. The base color is pacific blue with a touch of hazel brown. Below is an overview of the wallpapers and you can grab your favorite one in their original quality from the link provided at the end of the page.

ColorOS 12 Wallpaper Preview


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Download ColorOS 12 wallpapers


ColorOS 12 is being quoted as the “Best custom version of Oppo” in China due to its extensive and advanced features. The details are still undercover but the company is likely to offer a refreshed UI with enhanced personalization options. Moreover, it will provide more privacy controls and better transparency with new features.
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Microsoft PDF Scanner and SMS Organizer app get updates with several changes

Microsoft is spotted updating its couple of apps including PDF Scanner and SMS Organizer. For those unaware, PDF Scanner enables the user to take and convert pictures into editable PDF, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel files. And, the SMS Organizer contains filters that organize the text messages, take backups, and more such tools.

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Talking about the Microsoft Lens— PDF Scanner app, the update is available for the iOS platform for a week as of version 2.53.1. After flashing the update, the "My Files" section will be renamed as "My Scans." Alongside resolving other bugs, the build fixes the issue where the filter and crop feature will freeze. Also, it brings performance improvement for a seamless experience.

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Changelog: PDF Scanner



  • Fixes an issue where the filter and crop capability was freezing for some users

  • My Files is now called My Scans

  • Other bug fixes and performance improvements


On the other hand, the latest update for the Microsoft SMS Organizer app supports all Android smartphones. The new version 1.1.205 for the platform was released earlier today. The update adds new features and brings few bug fixes, thus enhancing the user experience. Refer to the official changelog below for precise details.

Microsoft SMS Organizer

Changelog: SMS Organizer



  • Features

    • Support multiple attachments in a single message.

    • Rename group conversation name.

    • Handle Share contact as vCard event.



  • Bug Fixes

    • Show contact MMS received as vCard in chat

    • Improve image quality attached from the camera app

    • Ability to zoom MMS image in full-screen mode

    • SMS search crash fix.




The updates for both the apps are rolling out through Apple Play Store and Google Play Store respectively.
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Fossil latest update for Gen 5 dumps a handful of watch faces

The Fossil Gen 5 wearable users are ready to receive a new update. However, the fresh build isn't something that will excite the users as it does not bring any latest software. In fact, it eliminates almost half of its watch face options and adds only two new faces in return.

Fossil Gen 5

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The update for the Fossil app is live on the Play Store. From the 55 variations present in the Gen 5 smartwatches, the update drops 33 out of them. This leaves the variations to less than half of the original at 22. Though the new version does add two modern faces— "Fitness Digital" and "Dashboard Digital." Thus, after flashing the update, the total watch faces will stand at 24. To know which faces the company has dropped, look at the list below.


  • Big Tic

  • Blue

  • Candice Huffine

  • Colorist
    Compass

  • Cory Richards

  • Darryl Westly

  • Defender

  • Ettore

  • Flip Digital

  • Fred

  • Grant

  • KJ Apa

  • Magic 8-Ball

  • Mandy Moore

  • McKinney

  • Mechanical Digital

  • Men's Fashion Digital

  • Minimal Dressy

  • Minimalist Analog

  • Mood

  • Movember

  • Movember Analog

  • Movember Digital

  • No Icon Digital

  • P-51

  • Rainbow

  • Robot

  • Roulette

  • Sail Dial

  • Scarlette Shimmer

  • Speedometer

  • Turn Table





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These changes are likely to affect all the Gen 5 models including Gen 5, Gen 5E, and Gen 5 LTE. You can install the update from Play Store and see the changes on your respective wearable. In case you were using any of the faces that are removed, the update will push back to its default appearance. Alternatively, some users are also getting a message explaining the removal as “optimization.”


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Samsung sends One UI 3.1.1 update to the standard Galaxy Fold

Where One UI 4.0 could debut anytime soon, Samsung's latest skin iteration is unfurling to more flagships. The latest device to join the One UI 3.1.1 update is the standard Galaxy Fold. FYI, this version of One UI is exclusive to Samsung’s foldable phones precisely, the Galaxy Z Fold lineup.

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The fresh update is rolling out in Korea and some parts of Europe via the firmware version F907NKOU3FUHB/ F907NOKR3FUHB/ OR F907NKOU3FUH5. The build weighs approximately 940MB in size and inculcates the current security maintenance, September 2021.

The One UI 3.1.1 makes the experience of your Galaxy foldable more convenient and easier. In fact, the skin was designed to enhance the user experience with extra features. Here is what you'll get in your original Galaxy Fold.

  • The taskbar is one of the finest features of the package. It is a persistent taskbar containing shortcuts to your favorite apps from the right side of the screen.

  • Drag & Split enables the user to open a URL in split-screen mode while browsing the web, without reopening another browser.

  • Rotate All Apps allows users to enable landscape orientation for apps that natively work only in portrait mode.

  • Custom Aspect Ratio for Apps will enable the user to select different aspect ratios for apps that don’t fit on the screen.

  • Multi-Active Window is now improved. You can now readjust the height and width of the apps when using three apps split-screen mode.

  • It adds a Bedtime mode toggle that can be seen in the notification shade.


The update is rolling out in batches. Therefore, it may take a while to hit every unit. Meanwhile, you can head over to the Settings > Software updates to check for the build manually.
Related: Samsung Galaxy A52 5G joins the One UI 3.1.1 update list

OnePlus Nord 2 5G pick up OxygenOS A.10 update

As per the OnePlus timeline, the Nord series are eligible to receive two major Android update alongside the three years of security updates. But the company leaves no stone unturned to send minor updates to the Nord 2 5G. In the latest news, the OnePlus Nord 2 5G is picking up the OxygenOS A.10 update.

OnePlus Nord 2 5G

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As posted on the OnePlus community forum, the new package is rolling out in North America, India, and European markets. The Nord 2 5G variants in NA are getting updated with the DN2103_11_A.10 firmware version. While for the Indian markets, the number varies to DN2101_11_A.10. On the other hand, the European build is bundled with the version number DN2103_11_A.10​

Talking about changes, after flashing the update, the system security patch will be bumped to August 2021. Moreover, the failure of the face unlocks feature is now resolved. Alongside, your device will now consume less power while playing any mobile game, including PUBG. Also, it improves the stability of the system and the camera app.

Changelog



  • System

    • Improved system stability

    • Optimized PUBG and other mobile games to reduce system power consumption

    • Fixed the issue that face unlock may fail in some scenes

    • Updated Android security patch to 2021.08



  • Camera

    • Improve app stability




As always, the OTA update is rolling out in batches. 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 via Settings > About > Software updates.
Read more: OnePlus Nord receives OxygenOS 11 Open Beta 6 update

Monday, September 6, 2021

A new Realme device surfaces on FCC with model number RMX3263

It seems that Realme is preparing another smartphone that recently made an appearance on the FCC website. The listing does not reveal the name of the device but it divulges the model number RMX3263. FYI, the smartphone was spotted on the Indian BIS site earlier.


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Though the BIS listing did not leave any details or specifications leaked. But with the arrival of Realme RMX3263 on FCC, we have some design leaks with us. The smartphone will measure 164.5 mm X 76 mm in length and width respectively. While the diagonal length will be 181.2mm.
Further, the Realme RMX3263 will supposedly support 4G network connectivity. Talking about the design, the pictures reveal a quad-camera set up at the rear side. Beneath, there's a fingerprint sensor in the middle.


Realme RMX3263

The device's label is located at the bottom center in a square shape. Besides the designing of the Realme RMX3263, the listing does not reveal any other major information.

Realme RMX3263

Concluding that the device is listed in several online certfications, the launch seems to be imminent. Realme can possibly debut the device by the next month.

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[Update: September 2021 Security Patch] Galaxy Z Fold 3 Updates Tracker

In August 2021, Samsung launched the much-awaited Galaxy Z Fold 3 powering Snapdragon 888 5G. The device features a 7.6-inch Foldable Dynamic AMOLED display paired with up to 512GB storage and 12GB RAM. Android 11 based One UI 3.1.1 runs the device out of the box. It carries a 12 MP triple rear camera while the front offers a 10 MP sensor on the cover display and a 4 MP under-display snapper.

Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G

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Note: This is an update tracker and will be updated regularly with the latest update releases for the Galaxy Z Fold 3.

Galaxy Z Fold 3 Updates Tracker



  • [September 6, 2021]: The Galaxy Z Fold 3 is receiving its first software update in Australia right now. Arriving on the firmware version F926BXXU1AUHF, the build carries the September 2021 security patch. Though the company has not yet detailed the patch, it could carry general bug fixes and device stability improvements.


As the update is having a phase-wise rollout, it may take some time to reach all the units. Meanwhile, you can head to Settings > Software updates > Security updates to check the update manually. We also suggest you switch over to a WiFi network before downloading the update to avoid data charges.
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Realme 6 and 6i grab Android 11 based Realme UI 2.0 stable update

It's been eight months since Realme has started recruiting the Realme UI 2.0 beta adopters for the Realme 6 smartphones. While the Pro variant has already received the stable update last month for the latest build. The company is finally releasing the Android 11 based Realme UI 2.0 stable update to Realme 6 and 6i.

Realme 6

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Presently, the package is rolling out in India via the firmware version RMX2001_11.C.12. Undoubtedly, the package will enhance the system stability and optimizes system performance alongside the new additions. Apart from the Core Android 11 features and Realme UI 2.0 traits, the company has issued a detailed changelog for this overhaul.

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.

    • 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.

    • Added “Low battery message”: When your phone battery is lower than 15%, you can quickly send a message to share your location with specified contacts.

    • 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

    • 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.



  • Camera

    • Added the inertial zoom feature which makes zooming smoother during video shooting.

    • Added the level and grid feature to help you compose videos.



  • realme Lab

    • Added Sleep Capsule for you to restrict your phone use for better rest and sleep.



  • Accessibility

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




The OTA update is having an incremental rollout. Thus, making way for limited users initially. A border rollout will follow after ensuring the absence of critical bugs. Alternatively, you can head to Settings > Software updates to check for the update manually.
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