Stable Android 12 based FuntouchOS 12 update is live for iQOO Z3

Following Google, several OEMs have started releasing their customized skin to the eligible device. Joining the list is the Chinese giant iQOO. Earlier this month, the company shared the updated timeline for the Android 12 based FuntouchOS 12. Adhering to the schedule, the package is now available for the iQOO Z3 in a stable phase.

Make sure to visit: Download Android 12 GApps for every Android device

Presently, the FuntouchOS 12-based Android 12 stable update for the iQOO Z3 is limited to India. Hopefully, the other regions will follow in a few weeks. The latest software can be identified by the firmware version PD2073BF_EX_A_6.72.7 weighing 4GB in size.

Regarding changes, the latest FuntouchOS 12 based on Android 12 brings Colorful AOD, refreshed icons, enhanced dark theme mode, and of course a fresh UI design with customization options, and a lot more.

Moreover, the company has issued a relatively huge changelog that mentions the addition of Small Windows and Nano Music Player alongside other new features. You can have a look at the screenshots below to read every single item on the list.

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iQOO will push the OTA update to selective users at first, just to ensure a smooth experience before giving it a wider rollout. If you own iQOO Z3 in India, you can check for the build manually in the Settings app.

Also, if you own a Vivo or iQOO device and wondering if your smartphone is eligible for the next update, you can find it from the buttons below.

List of eligible Vivo and iQOO devices to get FuntouchOS 12

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List of Xiaomi, Redmi, and Poco devices to get Android 11 based MIUI 13

Xiaomi's next-gen skin iteration, MIUI 13 is around the corner and expected to launch by the end of this year. Before its debut, users are already eager to know if their device is eligible to receive the Android 11 based skin. To answer, more than 30 Xiaomi, Redmi, and Poco devices are qualified to get the package. Scroll to know if your handset has made it to the list!

Must see: Download Android 12 wallpapers in full resolution

As of now, a total of seven flagships by Xiaomi are under the MIUI 13 beta phase. This includes Xiaomi MIX 4, Mi 11 Ultra, Mi 11, Mi 11 Lite 5G, Redmi K40, Redmi K40 Pro/+, and Mi 10S. These smartphones will bag the stable version when the skin is released officially.

“MIUI is in full swing making every effort to improve and will definitely do better,” says Lei Jun, Xiaomi’s CEO. Check all the MIUI 13 features by tapping on the button below

MIUI 13 Features

Coming forth, below are the smartphones that are eligible to get the next-gen customized skin.

List of Xiaomi devices to get Android 11 based MIUI 13

• Xiaomi Mi 9


• Xiaomi Mi 9 SE


• Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite


• Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro 5G

 

• Xiaomi Mi 9T


• Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro


• Xiaomi Mi CC 9


• Xiaomi Mi CC 9 Pro

List of Redmi devices to get Android 11 based MIUI 13

• Redmi 9A


• Redmi 9AT


• Redmi 9i


• Redmi 9A Sport


• Redmi 9i Sport


• Redmi 9C


• Redmi 9C NFC


• Redmi 9 (India)


• Redmi 9 Activ (India)


• Redmi 9 Prime


• Redmi 9


• Redmi 10X 4G


• Redmi K20


• Redmi K20 (India)


• Redmi K20 Pro


• Redmi K20 Pro (India)


• Redmi K20 Pro Premium Edition


• Redmi Note 8


• Redmi Note 8T


• Redmi Note 8 Pro


• Redmi Note 9

List of Poco devices to get Android 11 based MIUI 13

• POCO M2


• POCO M2 Reloaded

 

• POCO C3


• POCO C31

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Android 12 One UI 4.0 update timeline for Galaxy devices (Official)

Last month, Samsung published the Android 12 based One UI 4.0 rollout plan for its eligible smartphones. However, the post was soon deleted. But now, the company has officially unveiled its update timeline for the latest operating system.

Must see: Android 12L features that you should know!

The latest Android 12 One UI 4.0 update schedule covers all regions including Global, India, US, and South Korea. To mention, Galaxy S21 series and the Galaxy Z Flip 3 already run the stable version. While devices like Galaxy Note 20, Galaxy S20, Galaxy Note 10, and Galaxy S10 are in their beta phases.

Take a look at the official list below to know when your Galaxy device will bag the Android 12 One UI 4.0 package based upon the region!

Android 12 One UI 4.0 Update Timeline (Global)

November 2021

• Galaxy S21 Ultra


• Galaxy S21+


• Galaxy S21

December 2021

• Galaxy Z Fold3 5G


• Galaxy Z Flip3 5G


• Galaxy S20 Ultra


• Galaxy S20+


• Galaxy S20


• Galaxy Note20 Ultra


• Galaxy Note20


• Galaxy Z Fold2


• Galaxy Z Flip 5G

January 2022 

• Galaxy Fold 5G


• Galaxy Z Flip


• Galaxy Note10/10+


• Galaxy S20 FE


• Galaxy S10 5G


• Galaxy S10+/S10/S10e


• Galaxy A52s 5G


• Galaxy A42 5G


• Galaxy Quantum2

February 2022

• Galaxy Tab S7/S7+

April 2022

• Galaxy A51 5G


• Galaxy Tab S7 FE/ S7 FE 5G


• Galaxy A90 5G


• Galaxy Tab S6/S6 5G


• Galaxy Jump


• Galaxy A Quantum

May 2022

• Galaxy Tab S6 Lite


• Galaxy Tab Active3


• Galaxy A32


• Galaxy A31


• Galaxy A12


• Galaxy Buddy


• Galaxy Wide5


• Galaxy Tab A7(2020)

June 2022

• Galaxy Tab A7 Lite

July 2022

• Galaxy A21s


• Galaxy Xcover5


• Galaxy M12

Android 12 One UI 4.0 Update Timeline (India)

December 2021

• Galaxy Z Flip3 5G


• Galaxy Z Fold3 5G


• Galaxy S21 5G


• Galaxy S21+ 5G


• Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G

January 2022

• Galaxy Fold


• Galaxy S10e


• Galaxy S10


• Galaxy S10+


• Galaxy Note10


• Galaxy Note10+


• Galaxy S10 Lite


• Galaxy Z Flip


• Galaxy S20


• Galaxy S20+


• Galaxy Note10 Lite


• Galaxy Note20


• Galaxy S20 FE


• Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G


• Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G


• Galaxy Z Fold2 5G/LTE


• Galaxy S20 FE 5G

February 2022

• Galaxy Tab S7+


• Galaxy Tab S7


• Galaxy A52


• Galaxy A52s 5G


• Galaxy A72

April 2022

• Galaxy Tab S6


• Galaxy A71


• Galaxy A51


• Galaxy A32


• Galaxy F62


• Galaxy Tab S7 FE

May 2022

• Galaxy Tab S6


• Galaxy A31


• Galaxy M31


• Galaxy M21


• Galaxy M31s


• Galaxy Tab S6 Lite


• Galaxy A22 5G


• Galaxy F22


• Galaxy F42 5G


• Galaxy M21 2021 Edition


• Galaxy M32


• Galaxy M32 5G


• Galaxy M42 5G


• Galaxy M52 5G

June 2022

• Galaxy A21s


• Galaxy M51


• Galaxy Tab A7 (2020)


• Galaxy F41


• Galaxy A22


• Galaxy F12


• Galaxy Tab A7 Lite

July 2022

• Galaxy M11


• Galaxy M01


• Galaxy A12


• Galaxy F02s


• Galaxy M02s


• Galaxy M02


• Galaxy A03s


• Galaxy M12

Android 12 One UI 4.0 Update Timeline (USA)

December 2021

• Galaxy Z Fold 3


• Galaxy Z Flip 3

January 2022

• Galaxy S20+


• Galaxy S20 Ultra


• Galaxy S20 FE


• Galaxy Note 10 series


• Galaxy Note 20 series


• Galaxy Z Flip


• Galaxy Z Flip 5G


• Galaxy Fold


• Galaxy Z Fold 2

February 2022

• Galaxy S20


• Galaxy S10 series


• Galaxy A52 5G


• Galaxy Tab S7


• Galaxy Tab S7+

March 2022

• Galaxy Tab S7 FE

April 2022

• Galaxy A51


• Galaxy A51 5G


• Galaxy A71 5G


• Galaxy Tab S7 FE 5G


• Galaxy Tab S6 Lite

May 2022

• Galaxy A32 5G


• Galaxy A42 5G


• Galaxy Tab S6


• Galaxy Tab A7 (2020)


• Galaxy Tab Active 3

June 2022

• Galaxy XCover Pro


• Galaxy Tab A7 Lite

July 2022

• Galaxy A21


• Galaxy A12

August 2022

• Galaxy A02s


• Galaxy A01


• Galaxy A11

Android 12 One UI 4.0 Update Timeline (South Korea)

November 2021

• Galaxy S21 Ultra


• Galaxy S21+


• Galaxy S21

December 2021

• Galaxy Z Fold3


• Galaxy Z Flip3


• Galaxy S20 Ultra


• Galaxy S20+


• Galaxy S20


• Galaxy Note20 Ultra


• Galaxy Note20


• Galaxy Z Fold2


• Galaxy Z Flip 5G

January 2022

• Galaxy Fold 5G


• Galaxy Z Flip


• Galaxy Note 10+


• Galaxy Note 10


• Galaxy S20 FE


• Galaxy S10 5G


• Galaxy S10+


• Galaxy S10


• Galaxy S10e


• Galaxy A52s 5G


• Galaxy A42 5G


• Galaxy Quantum2

February 2022

• Galaxy Tab S7+


• Galaxy Tab S7

April 2022

• Galaxy A51 5G


• Galaxy Tab S7 FE 5G


• Galaxy Tab S7 FE


• Galaxy A90 5G


• Galaxy Tab S6 5G


• Galaxy Tab S6


• Galaxy Jump


• Galaxy A Quantum

May 2022

• Galaxy Tab S6 Lite


• Galaxy Tab Active3


• Galaxy A32


• Galaxy A31


• Galaxy A12


• Galaxy Buddy


• Galaxy Wide5


• Galaxy Tab A7 (2020)

June 2022

• Galaxy Tab A7 Lite

July 2022 

• Galaxy A21s


• Galaxy XCover5


• Galaxy M12

As you might have noticed, Samsung plans to update most of its eligible flagships by the half of next year. But as always, the list is subject to change due to various factors.

Related: List of Samsung devices eligible for Android 12L update

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Poco F3 GT get MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition update in India

This year in July, Xiaomi unveiled the Poco F3 GT powering Android 11 along with MIUI 12.5 on top out of the box. Months after the partner device— Poco F3, the smartphone is the latest one to join the MIUI 12.5 Enhanced Edition update list.

Make sure to visit: How to install LineageOS 18.1 on Poco X3 Pro and Poco F3/Mi 11X

As of now, the latest update for the Poco F3 GT is rolling out in India and can be identified by the firmware version V12.5.7.0.RKJINXM. Hopefully, it will extend to more regions in the coming weeks.

Concerning changes, the changelog mentions five optimizations that ensure smooth users experience and swift performance. It includes swift performance, focused calculations, atomic memory, liquid storage, and intelligent balance. Moreover, According to a survey, Xiaomi addresses 160 system header issues and 224 system application issues with the MIUI 12.5 enhanced version.

Changelog

• MIUI12.5 Enhanced
  
  
  
  • Swift performance: More life between the charges.
  
  
  • Focused algorithms: Our new algorithms will dynamically allocate system resources based on specific scenes, ensuring a smooth experience on all models.
  
  
  • Atomized memory: Ultra-fine memory management mechanism will make RAM usage more efficient.
  
  
  • Liquid storage: New sensitive storage mechanisms will keep your system vibrant and responsive as time goes by.
  
  
  • Smart balance: Core system improvements allow your device to make the best of the flagship hardware specs.
  
  
  
  

As usual, the OTA update is rolling out in batches. Thus, it may take about a week to reach all units. But you can track the update manually via the Settings app > Software update > Check for update. In case you are feeling particularly impatient, you can apply for the OTA here and flash the Recovery ROM from here.

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Download Realme Calculator App Latest Version [Old Versions Archive]

The Realme Calculator app is proven to be very handy in day-to-day life. It looks like a standard app when you launch. But soon you rotate the screen, the basic Calculator will transform itself into a Scientific Calculator. Besides, there are other utility options available including Convert Currency, Convert Length, Convert Area, Convert Volume, Convert speed,  Convert Temperature, Convert Weight, Convert Power and Convert Pressure.

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• [December 13, 2021]: Realme Calculator is receiving a stable update with version v12.6.1. The build is rolling out globally for Android 11 based Realme UI 2.0 and ColorOS 11 users.

Download version v12.6.1

• [December 5, 2021]: Realme Calculator Version v12.1.1 is available in a stable phase for the global users of Android 11 based Realme UI 2.0 and ColorOS 11.

Download version v12.1.1

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[Update: December 2021 Security Patch] Huawei Enjoy 10S Updates Tracker

Huawei Enjoy 10S was unveiled in October 2019 with a 6.3-inch OLED panel. The device equips Kirin 710F SoC under the hood paired with up to 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. It runs Android 9 Pie out of the box paired with EMUI 9.1 on top. In the optics department, the smartphone houses a triple rear camera led by a 48MP lens. While a 16MP shooter serves selfies and video calls.

Must see: Download Android 12 wallpapers in full resolution

Note: The page will be updated in descending order with every build released for the Huawei Enjoy 10S smartphone.

Huawei Enjoy 10S Updates Tracker

• [December 13, 2021]: The Huawei Enjoy 10S smartphone is receiving a new update that adds December 2021 security patch. The package is rolling out to the devices with model numbers AQM-AL00 and AQM-TL00 on firmware version 2.0.0.15 and 2.0.0.186/196/212 respectively. Besides upgrading security, the build brings some other changes as well that are listed below.

Changelog

Security – The update will incorporate the December 2021 Security Patch, enhancing the security of the Enjoy 10S device

Settings – The update comes with the fix for the ringtone issue

Contact – The update optimizes the user experience of contacts

As usual, the update is rolling out in a phase-wise manner. Accordingly, the users may have to wait a while to get the build. However, you can also check the update status manually via Settings > Software updates. Also, we suggest you switch over to a WiFi network to avoid carrier data charges.

Related: [Update: December 2021 Security Patch] Realme X2/ X2 Pro Updates Tracker

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Download Google Camera 8.4 APK MOD for all Android devices

Along with the all-new design, extensive features, and processor, Google Pixel 6 Pro arrives with the popular Google Camera app that just got updated with version v8.4.300.18. The new build comes with new features, bug fixes, and the best part is it now brings support for older Pixel smartphones. Here you can download the GCAM 8.4 MOD APK for all Android devices!

Must see: Download iPhone 13 wallpapers for any smartphone

Before you flash the build, take a look at what extra will you get from the app:

• Night Sight in Portrait and Camera modes – Get the same Night Sight results in low light without having to switch modes.


• Video stabilization modes – Added three modes depending upon the usage."Locked" mode for long videos or when you want to look away from the camera. "Active" mode for heavy moments. "Cinematic" mode for smooth and panned shots.


• New zoom buttons – New buttons to quickly zoom in or zoom out. Tap and hold a zoom button or pinch-zoom to use the full zoom slider.


• Magic Eraser - Remove strangers and unwanted objects from your photos.


• UI changes - Revamped UI that hides most of the options under the settings icon at the top right corner. To see these options and settings menu, swipe down from the top.

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Download Google Camera 8.4.300 APK

You can install Gcam 8.4 on your older Pixel smartphones including Pixel 5, 5XL, 4, 4 XL, 3, 3XL, 2, 2 XL, OG Pixel, and even third-party Android devices. Make sure that your device runs Android 10 or later versions.

 Official link

 APK Download

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Buggy OxygenOS 12 update for OnePlus 9 & 9 Pro gets pulled out

Last week, the stable OxygenOS 12 update was released for the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro. However, along with the extensive features, users reported a plethora of bugs onboard soon after flashing the update. Now, the company has temporarily pulled back the Android 12 based package.

Make sure to visit: Download OnePlus Camera App Latest version [Old Versions Archive]

To recall, the same incidence occurred with the Android 12 beta rollout for the OnePlus 9 series. The update was given a halt shortly after the users reported their glitches and concerns.

“We are aware of the issues created by the OxygenOS 12 update, and our software team is working to resolve them, this software update will be paused, and a fresh iteration will be released as soon as possible,” says OnePlus.

As per some reports, the switching from OxygenOS to ColorOS codebase is the reason for this buggy update. A majority of the issues are because various settings are not transitioning properly after the new update.

For now, the OnePlus software team is working to resolve these issues. Till then, the Android 12 based OxygenOS 12 update for the OnePlus 9 duo will remain suspended. A fresh iteration will be released soon after the glitches are taken care of.

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Leak: Galaxy S21 FE Specification, Price, and Design

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is the subject of many leaks and rumors for months now. Although it was supposed to debut in August. However, the production got delayed to Jan 2022 due to some technical reasons. But again, the device's specifications have leaked online. Here's the latest story.

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Samsung Galaxy S21 FE specifications (Leaked)

Reportedly, the Galaxy S21 FE will resemble its predecessor— Galaxy S20 FE. They will only differ in terms of processors and display protection. As per the leaks, Galaxy S21 FE will equip Snapdragon 888 SoC or an Exynos 2100 SoC, depending upon the market. Also, Samsung is said to provide Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection to the upcoming smartphone.

Moreover, it was recently suggested that the Galaxy S21 FE will boost Android 12 based One UI 4.0 out of the box. In this case, unlike Galaxy S21 series, the device will have access to Android 13, 14, and 15 when they become available.



As said, the rest of the specifications are similar to the Galaxy S20 FE. It includes a 6.4-inch full-HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, up to 256GB/ 8GB RAM storage, 12 MP triple rear camera, 4500mAh battery with 25W wired fast charging support, and 15W wireless fast charging support.

Price and Availability (expected)

According to some tipsters, the Galaxy S21 FE will cost around $699 (approximately ₹53,000). Also, the phone could debut next month in four color variants— Black, Green, Pink, and White. Additionally, Samsung has shown the smartphone in Premium Clear, Silicone, and Clear Standing Rugged covers on its Colombian website.

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