Oppo A74 gets stable Android 12 update with ColorOS 12

Oppo is extending its Android 12 based ColorOS 12 package to more of its flagships. This time, the update is hitting the Oppo A74 in India. This is the first major update for the device as it was launched last year in April with Android 11 based ColorOS 11.

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As mentioned, the Android 12 x ColorOS 12 software is rolling out in India bundled with the firmware version C.29. More regions could get the update soon over the next few weeks. The all-new features, improvements, and optimizations weigh around 5GB in size. Before updating, make sure that your device runs on A.12.

The company portrays the ColorOS 12 as the “Best custom version of Oppo” with the concept of “Just Sync.” The skin aims to provide a new inclusive UI, smoother performance, rich features, and a seamless experience. Read the ColorOS 12 features and more by tapping on the button below. In addition, you can click here to see if your Oppo device is eligible to grab ColorOS 12 based on Android 12.

All about Oppo ColorOS 12

As always, the software is currently rolling out in batch and is available for limited users as of now. Also, the ColorOS 12 public beta testers do not need to click on early adopters to apply. While the users of the official version will have to apply for some upgrades and early adopters.

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Twitter enables iOS & Android users to record Spaces

In Q2 2021, the microblogging and social networking service Twitter introduced a new feature for its users called “Twitter Spaces”. In the latest news, iOS and Android users can now record Twitter Spaces as per the recent announcement made by the company.

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From now onwards, the host can willingly record a Space when they are setting one up. The public can access the recording for 30 days after the Space has ended. If your Space is being recorded, you will see an icon at the top of the Space indicating the same.

Here's what Twitter said:

https://twitter.com/TwitterSupport/status/1481711244105158660?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1481711244105158660%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.theverge.com%2F2022%2F1%2F13%2F22882479%2Ftwitter-spaces-recordings-ios-android

For the record, Twitter Space allows users to host and participate in live audio conversations, hosted within “Spaces” or audio chat rooms. Last year in October, only the users with at least 600 followers or above were able to create a live chat room. After a few weeks, the feature was available for all users. However, the web still doesn't allow you to host one, but you can join.

In order to create your own space, tap on the “Create Tweet” button and select the “Spaces” option at the top of the pop-up FAB. After clicking on the “Compose” button, you will see an expanded FAB providing ‘Spaces’, ‘Photos’, and ‘GIF’ options. Tap on Space and you can add up to 10 other speakers

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Android 12 update extends to Verizon Galaxy Note 10 series

Samsung has already released the Android 12 update to the Galaxy Note 10 series in several regions. After a couple of weeks, the One UI 4.0 based package is now reaching out to the Verizon-based models of Galaxy Note 10, Galaxy Note 10+, and Galaxy Note 10+ 5G.

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As mentioned, the software is live in the US for the Verizon Galaxy Note 10 series. It arrives on firmware version N970USQU7GULD for the Galaxy Note 10. Whereas, Note 10+ and Note 10+ 5G are upgrading with N975USQU7GULD and N976VVRU7GULD respectively.

Android 12 arrives with a major change that you haven't seen in years. Ranging from UI to privacy, everything is taken care of. In addition, Verizon has issued quite an impressive changelog that you can read below.

Changelog

Color Themes

When you select from featured and downloaded wallpapers, you can select different device color themes based on your wallpaper colors. From Settings, go to Wallpaper > Color theme > select your favorite color theme > Done.

Samsung Keyboard

• Emoji Creator
  
  Create your emojis by combining two different emojis and customizing the animations for the pair. To create an emoji in the Messages app, tap the smiley face on the keyboard > Tap Try it out.


• Grammar Correction
  
  Samsung Keyboard now supports built-in grammar correction (powered by Grammarly). Enable this in Samsung Keyboard settings > Suggest text corrections > English (US).


• Enhanced Privacy
  
  Take control of your privacy with the new Privacy Dashboard, Permission Controls, and Camera/Microphone Indicator.
  
  
  
  • Privacy Dashboard
    
    Privacy Dashboard lets you easily view which apps are accessing your permissions. Then you can use the permission manager to enable/disable apps from accessing these.
  
  
  • Camera/Microphone Indicator
    
    Whenever your phone is recording audio/video, a green icon will appear in the top right informing you if your camera or microphone is being used. This helps to ensure you're only recording when you want to.
  
  
  
  


• Camera
  
  The camera app now has a simpler, improved layout for the Main and Pro modes.
  
  
  
  • Advanced Quick Take
    
    When using the Camera, you can hold the Shutter button to record video (Quick Take). Now you can lock the Quick Take for hands-free recording.
  
  
  
  


• Video Collages
  
  In Samsung Gallery, you can now mix both photos and videos using Video Collages. From Gallery > Select the More icon (3 dots) > Create > Collage.


• Driving Monitor
  
  Digital Wellbeing has a new Driving Monitor so you can track your phone usage while driving. You can limit your app usage while driving and make sure you're driving safely.


• Widgets
  
  Home screen widgets are redesigned for better visibility and ease of use. The new widget list gives you more information at a glance and lets you personalize and decorate your home screen. You will also see recommended widgets to help your daily routine.
  
  
  
  • Weather widget: A dynamic weather widget that changes background color based on the weather or time.
  
  
  • Lock screen widgets: Have been improved for more flexible usage.
  
  
  • Calendar widget: Added monthly view for "Today's schedule" in widget settings.
  
  
  
  

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Galaxy S10 series gets Android 12 One UI 4.0 update globally

Samsung is effortlessly sending the latest stable software to all the possible flagships. Where the Galaxy S10 Lite has already received the Android 12 update. The package is now reaching out to the rest of the lineup including Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10e, and Galaxy S10+.

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The Android 12 One UI 4.0 build is rolling out globally for the Galaxy S10 lineup. Earlier, the update was limited to some limited regions. The users can identify the update through the firmware version G97xFXXUEGULB. Also, it inculcates a month-old security patch, December 2021, that makes it weigh around 2.2GB in size.

The Android 12 paired with One UI 4.0 brings a lot of refreshments to your device. It includes the Material You design, new widgets, privacy and security features, and much more. Overall, these features provide you with an exceptional experience. To know the best of Android 12 features, visit our dedicated article.

In addition, to see when your Galaxy device will bag the latest operating system, tap on the button below

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

You might have already received the update notification on your Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10e, or Galaxy S10+. In case you haven't, you can also track the update manually. To do so, navigate to Settings > System updates > Check for updates. Also, make sure to keep your device connected to a Wi-Fi network to avoid carrier data charges.

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Xiaomi Mi 10S receives stable MIUI 13 update in China

Last week, Xiaomi started releasing its next-gen skin iteration based on Android 12. Starting with the Mi 11 series, the MIUI 13 has reached multiple devices so far. In the latest news, the package is now hitting the Xiaomi Mi 10S in China.

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The latest Android 12 MIUI 13 update for the Xiaomi Mi 10S is presently rolling out in China. After downloading the 4.7GB package, the device's firmware version will upgrade to V13.0.1.0.SGACNXM.

Keep in note that the build is currently under the “Stable Beta” phase. That means, as of now, it is only available for testers who are part of the beta program. Once they successfully test the software and ensure the absence of critical bugs, it will start rolling out to general users incrementally. If everything goes right, the update is expected to roll out for regular users by the end of this month.

You can head over to Settings > About Phone > Check for Software Update to check if the software is available for your device. In case you're wondering if your Xiaomi, Redmi, or Poco smartphone is eligible to bag the new operating system, take a look at the link mentioned below.

Android 12 based MIUI 13 Supported Devices List

Also, before updating, keep in mind to take a backup of all your important data just to be on the safe side. In addition, make sure that your device is at least 50% charged.

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Android 12 rolling out for Galaxy A52s 5G in Europe

Now that Samsung has shifted the updates flood to the mid-range flagships. The update has already hit the Galaxy A72, Galaxy A42 5G, and Galaxy A52. Now, the package has reached out to the successor model of the latter device. The Galaxy A52s is now receiving the Android 12 OS based on One UI 4.0.

Make sure to visit: List of Samsung Galaxy smartphones getting One UI 4.0 (Android 12)

A couple of days ago, the Korean units of Galaxy A52s got updated with a similar package. Now, it is reaching out in the European countries bundled with firmware version A528BXXU1BUL7. Precisely, it is rolling out in France, Luxembourg, Poland, and Switzerland. The software will extend to more regions in the coming weeks.

Concerning changes, you will get a plethora of new features, changes, and other improvements after flashing the new version. To mention a few, it brings a revamped UI, improved AOD, new widgets, enhanced privacy, security, and much more. Moreover, it arrives with the Color Palette feature that extracts color from your existing wallpaper and applies it all over the system. Further, unlike Galaxy A52, the update is bundled with the current security maintenance, January 2022 Security Patch.

In case the Galaxy A52s users in Europe have not received the update notification yet, they will get it soon as it is rolling out in batches. To avoid the wait, you can track the software manually. To do this, head over to Settings > Software update. If the update pops up, tap on Download and install.

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Samsung Tab SM-X800 appears on FCC with S-Pen support

Samsung is kicking off hard! Be it updating existing flagships or introducing a new one. In the latest news, we can soon see a new Samsung tablet hitting the market. A tab with model number SM-X800 is spotted on the FCC certification website. Here is everything we could gather from the listing.

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As mentioned, the new Samsung tab will bear the model number SM-X800. However, the name of the device is still under-cover. Though, it is suggested to be a part of the Galaxy Tab S8 series. Further, the listing does not reveal much apart from its connectivity details, charging capacity, and S-Pen compatibility.

According to the FCC certification, the Samsung Tablet SM-X800 will support 5G connectivity. Also, the other connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi 802.11a/n/ac/a and Bluetooth. In addition, the listing discloses that the Tab SM-X800 will support 50W of fast wireless charging. Although the battery capacity and other features are still a secret.

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This is all we could collect about the Samsung Tablet SM-X800 from the FCC listing. Now that the device has started to emerge online, the specifications and other details will spill out soon.

In other news, Samsung recently announced the much anticipated Galaxy S21 FE globally. The smartphone was supposed to launch 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. You can read more about the device in our dedicated article.

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Nubia Red Magic 7 spotted on Geekbench: Features Snapdragon 8 Gen 1

Nubia's gaming smartphone series, Red Magic is going to launch another smartphone soon. The device has been listed on several certification sites and recently it was spotted on Geekbench too. The listing confirmed Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 as the core for the device along with the scores. Also, the listing reveals many key specs about the device.



The new Nubia Red Magic is listed with model number NX679J, it will be called Red Magic 7. It comes with the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset which scores 1219 in the single-core and 3732 in the multicore test for the device. The Nubia Red Magic is a gaming-centric smartphone and the presence of Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 is the best chipset for the top performance.

Recently, the device was also listed on Bluetooth SIG certification confirming Bluetooth V5.2 support on the device. The Nubia Red Magic will rock a 165 Hz OLED display which will be a delight for the gamers. As the device is launching in 2022, it might feature Android 12 out of the box.



The most amazing feature of the new Nubia Red Magic 7 is the RAM. The device features 18 GB of RAM, which is too much on a smartphone. In the battery department, the capacity of the device is still unknown, however, it will feature fast charging support of 165 W. Details about the cameras are still unknown, So, most likely it will feature a 64 MP  triple camera setup just like its predecessor.

There are still many features unknown about the device. However, everything will come out as soon as the device goes for other certifications. Nothing official is announced by the company yet, but soon they might announce the launch date for the device.

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Poco M3 picks up Android 11 MIUI 12.5 Enhanced update in India

Xiaomi runs smoothly enough in the race of updates. This time, the company is releasing an Android 11 update to the Poco M3 along with MIUI 12.5 Enhanced on top. The smartphone was launched in November 2020 with Android 10 based MIUI 12 preinstalled.

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Presently, the update is rolling out in India bundled with the firmware version V12.5.1.0.RJFINXM weighs around 2.8 GB to download. The package will probably hit other regions by the next couple of weeks.

Coming forth to changes, after flashing the update, you will get all the Android 11 goodies. This includes UI customizations, chat bubbles, native screen recorder, enhanced dark theme, one-time permissions, camera optimizations, and much more. In addition, MIUI 12.5 enhanced edition adds some features that are essential for a seamless and fluid performance. Also, the company has issued an official changelog that you can read below.

Changelog

MIUI 12.5 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.

System

• Stable MIUI based on Android 11

The Indian users will receive the OTA build within a week as the update is rolling out in a staged manner. Alternatively, you can also navigate the update via phone’s Settings -> About Phone > Software updates > Download and install.

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