Samsung finally announced Galaxy S21 FE globally!

Samsung was supposed to launch the Galaxy S21 FE last year alongside the Galaxy Z Flip 3 and the Galaxy Z Fold 3. However, the technical issues made us wait for a long time. The much-anticipated device is finally announced and will be available for purchase from January 11. Here is everything about the Galaxy S21 FE.

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Galaxy S21 FE Specifications

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE features a 6.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. The panel offers a Full HD+ resolution and a punch-hole cutout at the center. The smartphone will arrive in three storage variants starting with 128GB and 6GB RAM. The other configurations are 128GB and 256GB paired with 8GB RAM.

Under the hood, the Galaxy S21 FE will draw power from Snapdragon 888 chipset. For the European markets, the smartphone will run on Exynos 2100 processor. On the software front, the phone will operate on Android 12 OS out of the box with One UI 4.0 skin on top.

For shooting purposes, the Galaxy S21 FE will house a triple camera setup consisting of a 12MP ultra-wide camera, a 12MP secondary lens, and an 8MP telephoto sensor. On the other side, the punch-hole cutout will indulge a 32MP selfie camera. Also, it packs a 4,500mAh battery that will support 25W of fast charging.

Price and Availability

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE will be available in four color variants: White, Lavender, Graphite, and Olive. As mentioned, it will start hitting selected markets from January 11. The pricing starts at 699$ (~Rs 52,000) and goes up to 749$ (~Rs 55,800).

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Vivo X70 Pro+ gets stable FunTouch OS 12 update based on Android 12

Vivo X70 Pro+ was launched in September 2021 with Android 11 preinstalled. After three months, the device is receiving its first and major software update. The build upgrades the OS version to Android 12 along with the FuntouchOS 12 customized skin on top.

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As of now, the Android 12 x FunTouchOS 12 update is rolling out in India bundled with the firmware version PDA2145F_EX_36.8.20 weighing 5.86GB to download. The package will expand to more regions in the next few days after ensuring the absence of any critical bugs.

The FunTouch OS 12 based on Android 12 carries a bundle of changes, new features, and improvements. This includes a new layout, fresh widgets, extended RAM, a Nano music player, a grid layout in the recent apps section, and more.

The Vivo X70 Pro+ is the current premium smartphone by the company. Though the device was scheduled to receive this update in November end. But looks lite it is quite later for some technical reasons. Now that the company has started to unfurl the new operating system, we can expect the predecessor and other series to get the update soon. You can read the list of eligible devices here.

The Indian users of Vivo X70 Pro+ will receive the Android 12 update as on OTA. Therefore, it may take a while to hit every unit in the country. To avoid the wait, you can navigate to Settings > Software Update > Check for new updates.

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Realme UI 3.0 Beta 1 update is live for Realme GT Master Edition

Realme unveiled the Realme UI 3.0 customized skin based on Android 12 a few months back. The Realme GT 5G was the first smartphone to receive the beta program. Now, the first Realme UI 3.0 Beta is rolling out for the Realme GT Master Edition.

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Though the entire GT series was scheduled to receive the Realme UI 3.0 Beta build in October, somehow the process got delayed. The Android 12 x Realme UI 3.0 Beta is now live for the Realme GT Master Edition users who had successfully registered for it by filling the application form.

The Realme UI 3.0 Beta 1 will bring a UI overhaul, new camera modes, enhanced security & Privacy. Needless to say, the system performance and device accessibility will be improved, rendering a whole new experience. Also, the company has issued a quite lengthy changelog that you can see below.

How to register for Realme UI 3.0 beta program?

1. Head to phone Settings > Software update


2. Look for the gear icon in the upper right corner of the screen


3. Click upgrade and early adopters and fill in the required information


4. Scroll down and click on the trial version by confirming the agreement

If you are one of those users, the update will reach out to you via firmware version RMX3360_11_C.01 weighing 4.80GB to download. Before updating, make sure to keep your device's battery above 30% and keep the mobile storage free.

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Xiaomi 12X gets its first software update with fixes and optimizations

Xiaomi launched the Mi 12 series in China which includes three smartphones: the high-end Xiaomi 12 and 12 Pro along with an affordable Xiaomi 12X. Now, the company is releasing the first software update to the cheaper variant that intends to bring some fixes and optimizations for a smooth performance. 

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For now, the lineup is only available in China. The new software can be identified by the firmware version V13.0.10.0.RLDCNXM. Precisely, it fixes the unexpected redirections from the notification shade and the lag in the Mi Music app. Also, the overall stability of the Camera app and image quality is improved.

In addition, it resolves a couple of more glitches where the headphones weren't shown as disconnected even after disconnecting and the issue while switching between frames in anti-flicker mode.

Changelog

• System
  
  
  
  • Optimization: Smart refresh rate
  
  
  
  


• Control center
  
  
  
  • Fix: Unexpected redirections from the Notification shade controls occurred
  
  
  
  


• Camera
  
  
  
  • Optimization: Image quality
  
  
  • Improved overall stability of the Camera app
  
  
  
  


• Music
  
  
  
  • Fix: Issues that caused a lag in Mi Music
  
  
  
  


• Other
  
  
  
  • Fix: Switching between frame rates in Anti-flicker mode to display issues
  
  
  • Fix: Headphones weren’t shown as disconnected after actual disconnection
  
  
  
  

The OTS update is live, rolling out in batches for the Xiaomi 12X users. Accordingly, it will reach out to you in a short while. Alternatively, you can also track the build manually. To do so, head over to Settings > About phone > System update. 

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Google halts the December update for Pixel 6 due to bugs

Recently, the One UI 4.0 update for the Galaxy Foldables and S21 series was paused due to compatibility issues with Google Play. The Pixel 6 series is now facing the same problem. Therefore, the December 2021 update for the devices is now taking a break.

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The recently released December 2021 update for the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro is paused. On the bright side, the build was made available only to a limited number of users. If you did not receive any such update, you're lucky not to face any call-dropping or call disconnecting bugs!

Here is what Google has to say about the complaints:

The Pixel team paused the December software update to Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro devices after some users reported calls were dropping or disconnecting. We have now identified a fix that will roll out in a software update by late January. This update will also include all the fixes and improvements that were originally planned in December. If you received the December software update on Pixel 6 or Pixel 6 Pro and are still experiencing mobile connectivity issues, you can revert to the previous software version using the Android Flash Tool (flash.android.com) and performing a factory reset. Please back up your phone before restoring to the previous software version. If you are not experiencing mobile connectivity issues, no action is required. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we roll out the fix.

To mention, not all units are facing this problem. In case you are having these issues, you can switch back to the previous version. But, as a precautionary measure, make sure to take a backup first. Google will identify a solution soon. The new build is expected to arrive this month with other enhancements and fixes.

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Xiaomi Mi 11 gets stable Android 12 based MIUI 13 update

The official Android 12 based MIUI 13 is finally here. The Xiaomi Mi 11 becomes the first device from the company to get the latest package. For now, the update is rolling out in China via the firmware version V13.0.4.0.SKBCNXM weighing 4.5 GB in size.

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The Android 12 based MIUI 13 brings a bundle of new features and optimizations that makes the performance smooth than ever before. You can dig the best of MIUI 13 features by tapping on the button below.

MIUI 13 Features

Moreover, Xiaomi has issued an official changelog that mentions enhanced security by adding a face verification protection feature and privacy watermark function. Also, it adds some functions of Mi Magic along with some new system font MiSans, live wallpapers, and various other rich changes that you can see below.

Changelog

Recommended

• Added face verification protection and privacy watermark functions to protect you in daily life


• Added full-link electrical fraud protection function to help you stay away from telecommunications fraud. Added new widget system, supporting rich application widgets and personalized widgets


• Added a new system font MiSans, which is visually clear and comfortable to read


• Added live wallpaper beautiful science “crystals”, showing the beauty of science under the microscope


• Add a fully customizable Xiao Ai classmate, your personal intelligent assistant


• Added some features of Xiaomi Magic Enjoy, which supports the interconnection of mobile phones and tablets, and the content is between devices seamless natural flow


• Optimize the basic experience faster and more stable

Basic optimization

• Optimize the fluency of system applications and third-party applications on the head


• Optimization Improve desktop fluency and enhance user experience

System

• MIUI stable version based on Android 12 deep customization is released

Xiaomi Miaoxiang

• Added some functions of Mi Magic. You can automatically connect and experience the seamless transfer of apps and data by logging in to the same Mi account on your mobile phone and tablet. The photos taken by the mobile phone are automatically transferred to the tablet to display the new hotspot transfer, support the tablet to connect to the mobile hotspot, add support for clipboard intercommunication, copy on either end of the phone or tablet, and paste directly on the other end


• Added application flow, through the tablet taskbar, continue to use mobile applications on the tablet When you insert a note into a picture, you can add it by taking a photo with your mobile phone. The full features of Mi Magic will be upgraded later. For details, please refer to the MIUI official website. To use the photo transfer function, you need to upgrade MIUI+ to 3.5.11 and above in the app store of your mobile phone and tablet.

Privacy Protection

• Added a new document privacy watermark, intelligently identify sensitive documents, and quickly add watermarks to prevent personal


• Pieces of information stolen


• Added full-link electronic fraud protection, including electronic fraud warning, official identification, and risk transfer prevention. Added privacy input mode to protect the privacy of input methods. Added system-level occlusion during face verification to avoid excessive acquisition of privacy by applications. Use MIUI13 privacy Protection function, you need to upgrade the photo album, mobile phone manager, contacts, SMS, and other applications to the latest version in the app store


• Protection, to help you stay away from Telecom Fraud


• Added incognito mode, all recording, positioning, and photographing permissions can be prohibited when turned on

System Font Design

• Added a new system font MiSans, with a clear vision and comfortable reading

Wallpaper

• Newly added live wallpaper beautiful science “crystallization”, showing the beauty that is not easy to find in the microscopic world

Widgets

• Added a new widget system, layout your desktop with rich widgets


• Added rich system and third-party application widgets, useful information is directly exposed to you. Added fun personalized widgets, including personalized clocks, signatures and stickers, and more


• Fun widgets waiting for you to discover

XiaoAI Classmate

• Added a fully customizable Xiao Ai classmate, the image, voice, and wake-up words can be customized. To use this function, you need to upgrade Xiao Ai classmate to the latest version in the app store

More functions and optimizations

• Added a new global sidebar, which supports opening applications in the form of small windows. Optimized dialing, clock, weather, and theme accessibility modes. Optimized browser privacy protection, web browsing, and information reading experience


• Added Xiaomi Wensheng adds environmental sound detection function


• Optimize the recognition success rate of barrier-free voice control


• Optimize the operation experience of the Mindnote node


• Optimize the visual style of the wallet interface

The Mi 11 users in China can check the update via the Software Update section under the Settings app and tap on Download and install.

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Android 12 rolling out to Galaxy Note 10 & Original Galaxy Fold

Samsung is quick as a flash in releasing updates. In a short period, the company has upgraded an impressive amount of devices. Starting with the Galaxy S21 series, it has now reached the Galaxy Note 10 and the Original Galaxy Fold.

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The Galaxy Note 10 lineup and the Galaxy Fold are now receiving One UI 4.0 based on Android 12. The package is rolling out in Switzerland for the Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10+ via the firmware version N97xFXXU7GULD and N976BXXU7GULD respectively. For the Galaxy Fold, the users in France will receive it via the PDA number F900FXXU6GUL9. Surely, it will release to more countries by the next few weeks.

Needless to say, both flagships will get the Android 12 goodies along with extensive One UI features. It will render a whole new experience of using your device with a revamped UI. Also, Google says that Android 12 is the biggest overhaul in years. Tap on the button below and see why!

Top Features of Android 12

Moreover, the build also inculcates the January 2022 security patch to the Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy Note 10+. However, for the Galaxy Z Fold, it arrives with December 2021 security patch. But that's not bad either!

The update will reach out to your respective Galaxy devices as an OTA. If you can't wait to experience the new OS, you can track the build manually by heading to Settings > Software update, tap on Download and install if the firmware pops up.

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OnePlus 9 & 9 Pro get C.40 update based on OxygenOS 12

Earlier this month, the OnePlus 9 series received the official Android 12 x OxygenOS 12 package. Now, the company is ready to deliver C.40 software to the OnePlus 9 duo based on the latest operating system.

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The OxygenOS 12 based update for the OnePlus 9 & OnePlus 9 Pro is rolling out in India and North America. For the OnePlus 9 smartphone, it appears with firmware version LE2111_11_C.40 for Indian users. While the number varies to LE2115_11_C.40 for the North American users.

Forthcoming to the OnePlus 9 Pro, the software for Indian variants bears the version number LE2121_11_C.40. Whereas, the NA regions are experiencing it with build number LE2125_11_C.40.

The build intends to fix a couple of issues that might hinder the user experience. The issue of system upgrade failure in some scenarios is now resolved. Also, after updating, you can always access 5G network connectivity.

Changelog

• System
  
  
  
  • Fixed the issue of system upgrade failure in specific scenarios
  
  
  
  


• Network
  
  
  
  • Fixed the issue of being unable to access the 5G network in some scenarios
  
  
  
  

As always, the new software is rolling out in batches and will reach out to you via an OTA. Accordingly, it will roll out to limited users at first, while a border release will take place in a few days. Meanwhile, the user can track the build manually via Software updates under the Settings menu. In addition, the company warns the user to take a backup for the safe side.

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The slow battery charging issue of Pixel 6 Pro is actually a feature

Last month, Google released the Pixel 6 series which is claimed to be the best in a long time. However, the devices were loaded with numerous issues. Fortunately, Google resolved many of them. This time, there's a feature but might look like a bug!

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Recently, a Reddit user complaint about a bug in his Google Pixel 6 Pro that causes the device's battery to charge slow. The user said that his Pixel 6 Pro is charging at a “snail’s pace” even after restarting a device. Also, changing chargers didn't help either. Further, he asked other users if they are facing the same issue.

With time, other users joined the thread. One user said that his Pixel 6 Pro took 3 hours to get fully charged from 23 percent. While the other mentioned that his device went from 10 to 50 percent in one hour. The common aspect we noticed is that the phone takes time to charge when in the range between 80 and 100 percent.

After everything, the conclusion was that it is a purposed feature by Google called Adaptive Charging. The feature intends to keep the battery health good by determining the plug-in and plug-out time of the user. Therefore, the speed drops soon as the battery reaches 80 percent and it computes how much time should it take to be 100.

If you are one of the users facing this issue, you simply have to disable the feature via Settings. But, do keep it note that this might degrade your battery life in the longer run.

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