Monday, February 21, 2022

List of Realme smartphones to receive Android 13 update (unofficial)

The first developer preview of Android 13 is here, and we are already excited to see the new version. Also, if our smartphone still supports the arrival of a new operating system. Well, at least Realme users can get an idea from here!

Realme Android 13

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The likelihood of your smartphone getting the new software depends upon the update policy for your specific device. Moreover, the pace at which the Android 13 update will arrive also relies on your Realme model. On that note, along with a bunch of phones that will receive the new OS, there are a few devices that may or may not get the updated version.

Realme Android 13 Update List


Devices that will get Android 13


Number Series


  • Realme 9 Pro+

  • Realme 9 Pro

  • Realme 9i

  • Realme 8 Pro

  • Realme 8 4G

  • Realme 8 5G

  • Realme 8i

  • Realme 8s 5G



GT Series


  • Realme GT 2 Pro

  • Realme GT 2

  • Realme GT

  • Realme GT Neo

  • Realme GT Neo Flash

  • Realme GT Neo2

  • Realme GT Neo2 DBCE

  • Realme GT Neo 2T

  • Realme GT Master E

  • Realme GT MEE



Narzo Series

  • Narzo 30 Pro

  • Narzo 30 5G

  • Narzo 30 4G

  • Narzo 30A


X Series

  • Realme X7 Max

  • Realme X7 Pro Extreme


V, Q & Other Series

  • Realme V13

  • Realme V11

  • Realme Q3

  • Realme 03i

  • Realme Q3 Pro


Devices that may get Android 13




  • Narzo 50

  • Narzo 50A

  • Narzo 50i

  • Realme C25

  • Realme C25s

  • Realme C35

  • Realme C21



Devices that will NOT get Android 13




  • Realme 7

  • Realme 7 5G

  • Realme X7 Pro

  • Realme X3

  • Realme X3 SuperZoom

  • Realme X50 Pro/Player

  • Realme X50

  • Realme X50m



Related: List of OnePlus devices eligible for Android 13 update

List of OnePlus devices eligible for Android 13 update

While all the major smartphone brands are busy with the deployment of Android 12, Google has started preparing the next version of the operating system. If you are wondering whether your OnePlus device is eligible to receive the Android 13 update or not, you've landed on the right page.

OnePlus Android 13

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Needless to say, Android 13 will bring along a plethora of features, some of which have managed to leak before the release of the first developer preview. Tap on the button below to take a look at these modifications.

Android 13 leaked features!


Without any further ado, here's a list of OnePlus smartphones that are eligible to get the Android 13 update. In addition, there are a couple of devices that may upgrade. However, unfortunately, a few handsets are also left behind.

OnePlus Android 13 Update List


Devices that will get Android 13



Devices that may get Android 13



Devices that will NOT get Android 13



Moreover, the smartphones that are scheduled to launch before the release of Android 13 will also receive the latest OS.
Read more: OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G launched in India with Dimensity 900 SoC for ₹23,999

Friday, February 18, 2022

Oppo A76 Specifications & Price Tipped in India Ahead of Launch

Reportedly, Oppo is gearing up to introduce a new A-series smartphone in the Indian market. The device is Oppo A76, which will be a mid-range offering. Here we have some leaks about the design, specs, and price of the upcoming phone.

Oppo A76

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Talking about the design, the leaked images depict a flat display with thin bezels on three sides and a thick chin. On the rear side, there is a dual rear camera setup housed inside a rectangular island. Also, we can notice a fingerprint scanner embedded in the power button on the left edge. While the right side gets a SIM tray and volume buttons.

Oppo A76 Specifications (rumored)


As per leaks, Oppo A76 will feature a 6.56-inch HD+ display with a resolution of 720x1,612 pixels and a 90Hz refresh rate. It will reportedly measure 164.4 x 75.7 x 8.4mm in dimensions and weigh 189 grams. The phone is said to ship with a 5,000mAh battery that supports 33W of fast charging.

For software, the Oppo A76 could boost Android 11 OS pre-installed with ColorOS 11.1 skin on top. Under the helm, a Snapdragon 680 SoC is tipped to power the device paired with up to 6GB RAM and 128 GB of internal storage.

For shooting purposes, the Oppo A76 is supposed to house an 8 MP camera for selfies and video calls. While the rear side is expected to house a 2 MP secondary lens alongside a 13 MP primary sensor.

Oppo A76 Price (rumored)


The Oppo A76 is expected to arrive in two storage options of 128 GB paired with 4 GB and 6 GB RAM. Depending upon the configuration, the phone could cost ₹15,000 and ₹17,000 respectively.
Read more: Oppo Reno 7Z 5G appears on FCC with 4,500 mAh battery & ColorOS 12

OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G launched in India with Dimensity 900 SoC for ₹23,999

As teased by OnePlus a week ago, the Nord CE 2 5G smartphone is finally official in India. The device packs all the features we expect from a mid-range offering. To mention, some of the specs are identical to the standard the Nord 2 launched last year. Here's everything about the new OnePlus device.

OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G

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OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G Specifications


The Nord CE 2 5G is built around a 6.43-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a hole-punch cutout at the top left corner. The panel offers a 1080 x 2400 resolution, a 90Hz refresh rate, and an HDRR10+ certification. Furthermore, the OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G ships with a 4,500 mAh battery that supports 65W fast charging over a USB Type-C port.

Underneath, the smartphone equips MediaTek Dimensity 900 chipset. The Nord 2 CE 5G arrives in two storage variants of 128 GB paired with up to 8GB RAM. For software, you get Android 11 OS pre-instaleed with Oxygen OS 11 on top.

In the optics section, the Nord CE 2 5G carries a triple rear camera and a 16 MP front-facing unit. The capacity of the main setup includes a 64 MP primary sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, and a 2 MP macro snapper.

OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G

Price and Availability


The OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G is available in 128 GB/ 6 GB RAM and 128 GB/ 8 GB RAM storage configuration. Depending upon the model, the device costs ₹23,999 and ₹24,999 respectively. Concerning launch offers, you can get ₹1,500 off through the ICICI Bank credit card.

The smartphone will go on sale from February 22 in two color options Bahamas Blue and Grey Mirror. You can purchase it via Amazon, the company's official site, and other major online/ offline stores.
Read more: OnePlus Nord receives OxygenOS 11.1.8.8 update

Galaxy A13 4G specifications and price revealed in render leaks

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy A13 5G last year in December as the cheapest 5G handset by the company. Reportedly, the brand is working to introduce the 4G variant of the smartphone. Thanks to some fresh leaks, we have the rumored specifications and pricing details with us.

Galaxy A13

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Galaxy A13 4G specifications (rumored)


To mention, Samsung Galaxy A13 4G has passed through multiple certifications, including FCC, BIS, Bluetooth SIG, and Geekbench benchmarking site. All these listings have revealed some key specifications.

Samsung Galaxy A13 4G is likely to draw power from the Exynos 850 chipset paired with 3 GB of RAM. On the software front, the phone can offer Android 12 OS out of the box. In addition, a 5,000 mAh power cell is tipped to keep the system working with 15W charging support.

For connectivity, the Galaxy A13 4G is equipped with dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0. Further, the leaked images disclose the presence of a USB-C port, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a rear quad-camera module.

For now, this is all we have in our hands. Some of the major features like display, camera capacity, and more are still under wrap.

Price (rumored)


The Galaxy A13 4G will arrive in black, white, and light blue color options. As per leaks, the device will arrive in three storage options: 3 GB RAM + 32 GB, 4 GB RAM + 64 Gb, and 4 GB RAM + 128 GB. Depending on the storage variant, the phone can cost 180 euros (~$204), 200 euros (~$227), and 220 euros (~$250), respectively.
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Xiaomi Mi 10 becomes the new device to get Android 12 based MIUI 13

Xiaomi is sending the latest Android 12 update to the Mi 10 tossed with MIUI 13, the company's own skin iteration. For now, the software is rolling out in China bundled with the firmware version V13.0.2.0.SJBCNXM. It will hopefully extend to other regions soon.

Xiaomi 10

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After downloading the 4.5 GB package, the Mi 10 users in China will get a bundle of new features and optimizations. Moreover, your device will be faster and smoother than ever before! Check out the official changelog below:

Changelog


(MIUI 13)

Where all things connect

(Highlights)

  • New: Privacy camera for face recognition and protective watermarks for images

  • New: Introducing comprehensive anti-fraud protection mechanisms

  • New: All-new Mi Sans system font with better readability

  • New: “Crystallization” super wallpapers

  • New: A new widget ecosystem with app support and personalization options

  • New: Mi AI can be fully customized now

  • New: New features for performing tasks seamlessly on multiple connected devices

  • Optimization: Improved overall stability


(Basic improvements)

  • Optimization: Responsiveness for all systems and most popular third-party apps

  • Optimization: Home screen is now much more fluid and responsive


(System)

  • Updated Android Security Patch to January 2022. Increased system security.

  • Stable MIUI based on Android 12


(Mi Smart Hub)

  • New: Tablets can connect to the portable hotspot in one tap

  • New: Phones and tablets have a shared clipboard now. Copy items on one device – and paste on the other.

  • New: An option for taking a photo with the phone’s camera is now available

  • New: Handoff is now seamless between Xiaomi phones and tablets where the same Mi Account is used

  • New: Apps can be seamlessly handed off between phones and tablets

  • New: Verification codes that are received on a phone can be now pasted on a tablet

  • New: Photos taken with a phone can be instantly viewed on a tablet

  • To be able to use handoff functionality with photos, update MIUI+ to 3.5.11 or later

  • Handoff functionality will be upgraded in the upcoming versions. Stay tuned for our further updates!


(Privacy protection)

  • New: Protective watermarks can be added as a pattern that is displayed over the whole image protecting it from unauthorized use

  • New: Introducing comprehensive anti-fraud protection mechanisms that include warnings, official labels, and transaction shields

  • New: Incognito mode restricts camera, microphone, and location permissions

  • New: Secure input protects all the text you enter

  • New: Privacy camera only shows your face and masks the rest of the picture when face recognition is required

  • To be able to use all MIUI 13 privacy protection features, update Gallery, Security, Contacts, and Messaging to their latest versions


(System font)

  • New: All-new Mi Sans system font with better readability


(Widgets)

  • New: A new widget ecosystem offers lots of items that can make your Home screen more informative

  • New: New gorgeous widgets for system and third-party apps

  • New: Lots of customizable widgets, including different clocks, signatures, and stickers


(Mi AI voice assistant)

  • New: Mi AI’s avatar, timbre, and controls can be fully customized

  • To be able to use this feature, update Mi AI to its latest version


(More features and improvements)

  • New: Apps can be opened as floating windows directly from the sidebar

  • New: Ambient sound recognition in Mi Ditto

  • Optimization: Voice controls are better recognized in Accessibility mode now

  • Optimization: Enhanced accessibility support for Phone, Clock, Weather, and Themes

  • Optimization: Privacy protection, secure web browsing, and better feed

  • Optimization: Mind map nodes are more convenient and intuitive now

  • Optimization: Wallet looks much better now


In case the OTA update does not reach out to you in a few days, navigate to Settings » Software update to flash it manually.
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Thursday, February 17, 2022

Realme 9 Pro series goes official in India with Android 12 based Realme UI 3.0

The Realme 9 series is finally official in India, including the Pro models. The Realme 9 Pro and 9 Pro+ have finally made their entry into the country. Let's check out the smartphones in detail.

Realme 9 Pro series

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The Realme 9 Pro and Pro+ offer some similar specs, including Android 12 OS out of the box with Realme UI 3.0 on top. Also, the front camera of the devices stands the same at 16MP.

Realme 9 Pro


The Realme 9 Pro features a 6.59-inch punch-hole IPS LCD screen with FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. On the right edge, it houses a power button that also integrates a fingerprint scanner.

For optics, the Realme 9 Pro offers a 64MP triple module on the rear side. Accompanying this is an 8MP ultrawide shooter and a 2 MP macro snapper. The power button available on its right edge is integrated with a fingerprint scanner.

Realme 9 Pro

Under the hood, the Realme 9 Pro powers the Snapdragon 695 processor paired with up to 8GB RAM and 128GB of storage. A 5,000 mAh battery keeps the screen alive with the support of 33W fast charging.

Realme 9 Pro+


The Realme 9 Pro+ flaunts a 6.43 inches AMOLED FHD+ screen with a 90Hz refresh rate. Underneath, it fuels the Dimensity 920 chipset coupled with 8 GB RAM and up to 256 GB of storage. A 4,500 mAh battery keeps the system working supported by a 60W rapid charging.

In the shooting section, the Realme 9+ Pro houses a triple rear camera led by a 50MP snapper. Other lenses consist of an 8MP ultrawide unit and a 2MP macro sensor. The smartphone offers a heart-rate sensor, which is accessible via the in-display fingerprint scanner.

Realme 9 Pro+

Availability and Price


The Realme 9 Pro series arrives in Midnight Black, Sunrise Blue, and Aurora Green. You can purchase the devices via Flipkart, Realme India’s website, and other offline stores starting from February 21 at the below prices:

Realme 9 Pro

  • 6GB RAM + 128GB storage – ₹17,999 (~$240)

  • 8GB RAM + 128GB storage – ₹20,999 (~$280)


Realme 9 Pro+

  • 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage – ₹24,999 (~$333)

  • 8GB RAM + 128GB storage – ₹26,999 (~$360)

  • 8GB RAM + 256GB storage – ₹29,999 (~$400)


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Oppo Reno 7Z 5G appears on FCC with 4,500 mAh battery & ColorOS 12

Oppo seems to be adding a new smartphone to its Reno 7 series. After hitting Geekbench, NBTC, and TUV certification databases, the Oppo Reno 7Z 5G has passed through the FCC certification website, hinting at its imminent launch. With all these listings, we have some key specifications of the upcoming handset in our hands.

Oppo Reno 7Z

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According to the FCC listing, the Oppo Reno 7Z 5G bears the model number CPH2343. Besides, the certification reveals details about the battery capacity, operating system, and a few more.

The Oppo Reno 7Z 5G will ship with a 4,500 mAh power cell that will make it weigh 173 grams. In addition, it will offer ColorOS 12.0.1 out of the box and measure 159.85 × 73.19 × 7.49mm in dimensions.

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Apart from this, the certification does not disclose any other features. However, we do have some other details of the handset from the Geekbench database. On that note, the Oppo Reno 7Z 5G will draw power from an octa-core processor based on Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G chipset.

For software, the phone will boost Android 11 pre-installed paired with 8GB of RAM. Further, the battery will support 33W fast charging as divulged in the TUV Rheinland listing.

Unfortunately, other specifications, including screen size, screen type, and camera are still under wrap. It's just a matter of a few weeks though. Regardless, some leaks suggest that the Reno 7Z resembles Oppo A96 in design, except for the triple rear camera unit.
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OPPO Find X5 series specifications revealed via TENAA, launch set for February 24

OPPO has confirmed the official launch date of its next-gen Find-series premium smartphones. The Find X5 series is scheduled to launch on February 24 via a virtual event. Meanwhile, the Find X5 and X5 Pro are spotted on TENAA, revealing their major specifications before the official announcement.

OPPO Find X5

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The Oppo Find X5 and Find X5 Pro are expected to share the operating system, charging capacity, and camera. The series is likely to offer Android 12 OS preinstalled with ColorOS 12.1 on top. Also, the devices support 80W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. In addition, both phones have an under-display fingerprint scanner.

Furthermore, For optics, the OPPO Find X5 and X5 Pro are tipped to offer a 32 MP camera for selfies and video calls. On the other side, they could carry a triple rear island led by a 50 MP primary sensor. The other lenses include a 50 MP ultrawide and a 13 MP telephoto unit.

OPPO Find X5

OPPO Find X5 (rumored)


The OPPO Find X5 has a 6.55-inch AMOLED flat display with an FHD+ resolution. Under the hood, it could run Snapdragon 888 or 888+ chipset. The phone may come in 128 GB and 256 GB of storage option paired with 8 GB and 12 GB of RAM respectively.

Further, the smartphone is likely to ship with a 2,340mAh dual-cell battery. Though some reports suggest the typical value of the power cell combined is 4,800mAh.

OPPO Find X5 Pro (rumored)


The OPPO Find X5 Pro is built around a 6.7-inch AMOLED curved-edge screen with a QHD+ resolution. Unlike the standard model, it could run Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip coupled with up to 16 GB RAM and 512 GB of storage. Moreover, a 2,440mAh dual-cell battery can keep the system working, which by the way, is rated 5,000mAh combined.
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