OnePlus Buds Pro gets Dual Connection support with the latest update

Do you ever feel the need to connect your wireless earbuds with more than one device at the same time? Certainly, many of us do. Well, OnePlus is offering a solution called "Dual Connection support" with the latest update for the Buds Pro.

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As the name suggests, it will allow the user to switch seamlessly between any two different devices. The buds will save the pairing information for both at once. OnePlus claims that the feature is different from what we get on other buds.

For instance, say you are watching a movie on the computer using your Buds Pro. The earbuds will automatically switch over in case your phone rings. In addition, "You probably won’t even notice any kind of delay." says OnePlus

The update is live for the Buds Pro users via version number 531.531.410. Although the last three digits of the number might slightly vary depending upon your location. But that doesn't matter. In case you are wondering how to set up two different devices, follow the below steps after flashing the update:

• Open the Headphone Settings under Bluetooth Settings or the “Hey Melody” App if you are a OnePlus device user.
  Therein, you will see “Dual Connection”


• Open the “Dual Connection” menu and turn on the toggle.
  Your device will be listed under “Connected devices.”


• Close the lid for the Buds Pro and open it again.


• Press the pairing button on the inside for 3-5 secs until you see a slow flashing white light on the front.


• Finally, you’re ready to pair it with your second device.
  Both of the devices will now appear under “Connected Devices.”

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Galaxy A42 5G joins the Android 12 update party!

Samsung has left behind all the other smartphone brands in terms of updates. The company has already deployed Android 12 to its top-tier flagships. Now, it has shifted to mid-range devices. After Galaxy A52 and Galaxy A52s, the predecessor Galaxy A42 5G is now joining the update party.

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Currently, the Verizon variants in the US and South Korean units of Galaxy A42 5G can flash the latest One UI 4.0 based package. Also, it will take a while for it to reach other countries and the US unlocked models. Anyway, for now, the users can identify the build through the firmware version A426USQU3BUL8.

The Android 12 One UI 4.0 will change your entire user experience with revamped UI and extensive features. Moreover, counting the privacy dashboard and camera/microphone indicators, the software will also enhance the security. In addition, Verizon mentions the addition of dynamic wallpaper, emoji creator, grammar correction, improved video collages, driving monitor, redesigned widgets, much more. On the top, it inculcates the December 2021 security patch as well.

The incremental rollout may take a while to reach out to every single unit. To avoid the wait, you can simply head to Settings > About phone > Software updates > Check for Updates. If the version is available for your device, tap on Download and Install.

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Specs Comparison: iQOO Neo 5S vs Motorola Edge S30

At the near ending of 2021, iQOO, and Motorola came up with new smartphones— iQOO Neo 5S and Moto Edge S30. The mid-range devices are limited to China as of now. Here we will compare both of these budget devices based on their key specs so you can choose the better one yourself!

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The iQOO Neo 5S and Moto Edge S30 have some common features that are mentioned as follow:

Similarities

• Operating System: Android 11


• Storage Configuration: 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM


• Front Camera: 16 MP wide


• Connectivity: dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS


• Sensor: accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

As you might have noticed, there aren’t many factors of the two devices that we can consider homogenous. So here we have crafted the difference between iQOO Neo 5S and Moto Edge S30 in a tabular form to make it easier for you to take a glimpse.

iQOO Neo 5S vs Motorola Edge S30

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Vivo Y33T launched in India for ₹18,990

Vivo has introduced a new smartphone for the Indian market— Vivo Y33T. Starting today, you can purchase the smartphone from leading online and offline stores in two color variants of Midday Dream and Mirror Black. It will cost you ₹18,990 for the single 8GB RAM + 128GB storage model. Take a detailed look at the smartphone here!

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The Vivo Y33T features a waterdrop notch full-HD+ display with a screen size of 6.58-inch. The panel offers a 90Hz refresh rate and 1,080 x 2,408 pixels resolution. The additional 5,000mAh battery increases the weight of the device to 182 grams. The power cell supports 18W of fast charging and measures 164.26 x 76.08 x 8mm in dimensions.

Vivo Y33T holds a triple camera island at the back led by a 50MP primary sensor. The other arrangements include a 2MP depth sensor and a 2MP macro snapper. On the other side, there's a 16 MP front-facing shooter.



Under the hood, Vivo Y33T fuels an octa-core processor-based Snapdragon 680 chipset. Further, it boosts Android 12 OS out of the box paired with FunTouch OS 12 on top. The phone offers 128GB of default storage and 8GB of RAM which can be extended up to 4GB using the device's internal storage.

For connectivity, it supports 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v5.0, GPS/ A-GPS, FM radio, microSD card, and a USB Type-C port. Additionally, you get an accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, proximity, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

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Specs Comparison: Xiaomi 12X vs Realme GT Neo2

Here we will compare two smartphones from different Chinese brands— Xiaomi 12X and Realme GT Neo2. The Xiaomi 12X is the cheapest model from the latest Mi 12 series. While the Realme GT Neo2 is a mid-range device that debuted in September 2021.

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Before you start comparing the smartphones, take a look at the common grounds of the Xiaomi 12X and Realme GT Neo2.

Similarities

• Processor: Snapdragon 870 chipset, Octa-core CPU, Adreno 650 GPU


• Storage Configuration: 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM


• Display features: 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ support, 1080 x 2400 pixels resolution, 20:9 ratio


• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, Bluetooth, GPS, USB Type-C 2.0


• Sensors: Under display & optical Fingerprint, accelerometer, proximity, gyro, compass

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Now that you know the similarities, let’s move to the differences. To make it easier for you, we have portrayed the difference in a tabular form.

Xiaomi 12X vs Realme GT Neo2

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Poco 2201116PG 5G spotted on FCC with MIUI 13

We can soon see a new Poco smartphone in the market. Recently, a new device by the company with model number 2201116PG made it to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).

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Though the FCC listing does not reveal the smartphone's name. But, some rumors suggest that it could be Poco X4 NFC 5G. Besides the supported model number, the listing reveals a few connectivity details and operating systems onboard.

The FCC listing discloses that the Poco X4 NFC 5G will have MIUI 13 on board. Considering the skin version, it is likely to arrive with the Android 12 operating system out of the box. As the same suggests, it is an NFC-supported handset with 5G connectivity. Also, it mentions the support for dual-band WiFi.

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For the record, a Redmi phone also arrived on FCC with model number 2201116SR. This device is Redmi Note 11T Pro. As the model numbers are similar for the Redmi and Poco smartphones, it suggests that these devices will come with similar features. In fact, one of these might be a rebranded version of the other. In simpler words, Poco X4 NFC 5G could debut as Redmi Note 11T Pro in some markets.

Back in November, POCO X4 NFC with the same model number was spotted on the IMEI database. With the device's listing on these certifications, the launch seems to be approaching.

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OnePlus teases 2K LTPO display on the new OnePlus 10 Pro

OnePlus is all set to launch its flagship for this year, the OnePlus 10 Pro tomorrow in China. As the launch gets near, many leaks and rumors have been confirmed about the smartphone. But, now after the public teasers for the smartphone by the company has confirmed some more details about the device.

The recent teaser poster by OnePlus reveals the details about the display on the device. The new OnePlus 10 Pro will come with Samsung's new LTPO 2.0 display that supports 2K resolution and a dynamic refresh rate up to 120 Hz. Also, a new 1 Hz Always-on-display is teased in the poster. This will be the world's first smartphone to come with a 1 Hz Always-on-display.



As we all know, the OnePlus 10 Pro will be powered by the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset which is the latest and the greatest from Qualcomm. Also, Oppo has already made clear that all the OnePlus smartphones in China will be launched with Color OS from now. The device might launch with Oxygen OS for other regions, but that might also change in near future.

There are some other leaks that give details about the camera and battery on the device. The OnePlus 10 Pro will come with a 5000 mAh battery which will support 80W fast-charging known as SuperVOOC charging. It will also support wireless charging up to 50W known as AirVOOC wireless charging and reverse wireless charging as well.

In the camera department, OnePlus is providing a triple camera setup by Hasselblad. This setup includes a 48 MP sensor, a 50 MP sensor, and an 8 Mp sensor. For selfies, OnePlus is providing a 32 MP selfie shooter at the front. Other details about the device will be available after the launch tomorrow along with the price. So, we have to wait for a few hours more.

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Moto G71 5G: First smartphone with Snapdragon 695 launched in India

Moto has become very competitive in the budget market recently. They have launched many budget devices with good specs such as G51, E40, and many more. The Moto G51 was the first smartphone with Snapdragon 480 to hit the Indian market. And now, Moto G71 5G became the first with Snapdragon 695 chipset. The Smartphone comes with a great set of specs at every good price.

Moto G71 5G: Specifications

Starting with the display, the Moto G71 5G rocks a 6.4-inch AMOLED panel with Full HD+ resolution and up to 700 nits brightness. Moto has provided an AMOLED display at this time for the first time, however, it is a normal 60 Hz panel. Moto provides its near-to-stock UI known as My UX UI, due to which 60 Hz also seems smooth enough for the price. My UX UI is based on Android 11 and Moto has also provided a security feature called ThinSheild mobile security.



The device is powered by the latest Snapdragon 695 paired with 6 GB RAM and 128 GB of storage. The storage on the device is expandable via a dedicated SD card slot. Moto provides a triple camera setup at the rear with a 50 MP main sensor, 8 MP ultrawide sensor, and a 2 MP macro sensor. At the front, the device comes with a center punch hole at top, which houses a 16 MP selfie shooter. In the battery department, Moto has gone with a 5000 mAh battery with 33W fast charging support, also known as the TurboCharge technology.

As the name indicates, it is a 5G device and Mot has provided 13 5G bands. Which makes the device completely ready for 5G. Moto G71 5G also keeps the 3.5 mm audio jack which has become a rarity these days.

Moto G71 pricing and availability

The Moto G71 5G comes with only one option that is 6 GB+ 128 GB priced at 18,999. The device will be available on Flipkart from January 19 in two colors, Neptune Green and Arctic Blue.

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Samsung releases Android 12 update for Galaxy Fold 5G

Samsung has opened the update floodgates! In fact, after hitting the high-end flagships, the package has reached some mid-rangers as well. This time, the Android 12 update is making its way to the Galaxy Fold 5G. FYI, the foldable was launched in 2019 with Android 9 out of the box alongside the Galaxy Fold.

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The One UI 4.0 package based on Android 12 is live for the Galaxy Fold 5G in the UK. The users can identify the software through the firmware version F907BXXU6GULB. The smartphones in other counties could also get the update soon by the next few weeks.

Further, the update is bundled with the current security maintenance, January 2022 security patch. Moreover, you will get a plethora of new features, changes, and other improvements. The major attraction is the Color Palette feature that extracts color from your existing wallpaper and applies it all over the system. You can check out the best Android 12 features from the button below.

Top Features of Android 12

In addition, if you are wondering when your Galaxy smartphone will taste the new software, check out the official Samsung timeline here!

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

The new software is out there for the Galaxy Z Fold 5G in the UK, rolling out in batches. Therefore, you may have to wait to taste the update. Alternatively, navigate to the Software update menu under the Settings app to flash the update manually.

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