Tuesday, February 22, 2022

Realme GT Master Explorer Edition gets stable Android 12 update with Realme UI 3.0

Realme GT Master Explorer Edition becomes the latest device by the company to get the Android 12 update with Realme UI 3.0 on top. Currently, the new software is rolling out in China via firmware version RMX3366_11_C.05. Here is what it's packed with!

Realme GT Master Explorer Edition

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Android 12 paired with Realme UI 3.0 brings a richer user experience than ever before. As the company likes to state, it is “more fluid, the layout is more spatial, & the overall UI experience is more expressive.” Besides, there's a quite impressive and lengthy changelog that follows below

Changelog



  • Brand new design

    • The new three-dimensional space design makes the experience simple, easy and burden-free

    • [New] Smart assistant card, providing smart and efficient application cards, key information is clear at a glance, and key functions can be reached at a touch

    • [New] Reconstructed page layout, noise reduction and white space, and differentiated primary and secondary information by color, and the core information is more focused

    • [New] Three-dimensional icon design, introducing new materials, unifying light and shadow and layers, and experiencing the joy of color

    • [Optimization] Quantum animation engine 3.0, centered on “quality”, simulates real physical movement, optimizes 300+ animation details, and brings a more natural interactive experience

    • [Optimization] Richer screen styles, support for real strange cats and portrait painting AOD, make self-expression more unique



  • Convenient and efficient

    • [New] Sticky note graffiti tool, personalized record of life

    • [Optimization] Smart sidebar

    • Support intelligent recommendation related functions in video, shopping and other scenarios

    • Add a small window shorthand, click to enter the sticky note floating window, and quickly complete the record

    • Added smart subtitles, supports recognition of conference and call voices, generates subtitles in real time, and supports Chinese-English translation

    • Added drama listening mode, which supports switching to other APP scenarios or the screen lock state to continue listening to video and sound

    • Added recognition of background music, quickly identify background music in short videos, and find music without asking for help

    • Added article reading, support one-click reading of WeChat public account, Toutiao and other information content

    • Added product price comparison, when using shopping software, one-click display of the same good products with good quality and low price

    • [Optimization] Upgrade the Flash window to a free floating window

    • Added quick switching of floating window status for more convenient interaction

    • Added file management and album support to long press and drag files or photos to the floating window application

    • [Optimization] Xiaobu’s suggestion, new schedule assistant, intelligent integration of schedule information, one-stop viewing and management

    • [Optimization] Recording, improve the speed and accuracy of voice-to-text, and reduce waiting time

    • [Optimization] The text bubbles on the SMS conversation page can be double-clicked to enlarge and display, making it easier to extract SMS content



  • Seamless Interconnection

    • [Optimized] Screen sharing

    • One-click switching between the calling party and the receiving party to share screen and control permissions

    • Sensitive notifications such as WeChat, phone calls, text messages can be hidden when sharing the screen



  • Security and Privacy

    • [New] Sharing photos or videos supports erasing location information and shooting data

    • [Optimization] After the phone is lost, it will not be able to be shut down or used through the cloud lock, reducing the risk of data loss

    • [Optimization] Mobile Manager integrates more security and privacy functions such as privacy doubles, password book, emergency call, etc.

    • [Optimization] When the app calls sensitive permissions such as camera, recording, positioning, etc., the status bar icon prompt is more conspicuous

    • [Optimization] Medical emergency card, support to automatically encrypt and transmit the preset medical emergency card information to the emergency center when dialing 120

    • [Optimization] Earthquake warning, new function preview page, new earthquake banner notification reminder with estimated intensity of 2.0 and below, always warning earthquake information

    • [Optimization] harassment interception, add MMS interception capability, reduce the interruption of spam



  • Performance optimization

    • [New] Intelligently predict frequently used applications and load them in advance, the application opens faster

    • [New] Display the power consumption record in the form of graphs to quickly understand the details of battery consumption

    • [Optimization] When switching WLAN, Bluetooth, airplane mode, NFC, the response speed is faster

    • [Optimization] The loading speed of high-frequency scenes of third-party applications is improved, and browsing Weibo and watching videos is more enjoyable



  • Game

    • [New] When the game resource pack is updated, the game can be switched to the background for updating (only some games are supported)

    • [New] During the game, game skills and game replays will pop up to help you quickly master the gameplay (only some games are supported)

    • [Optimization] In high-load scenarios such as team battles, the game frame rate is more stable

    • [Optimization] Heterogeneous computing reduces the average load of the processor and lowers the game power consumption



  • Camera

    • [New] Customize the order of camera modes to facilitate quick switching to commonly used camera modes

    • [Optimized] Inertial zoom, rear video shooting mode, drag the slider to zoom at a constant speed



  • System

    • [Optimized] Automatic brightness adjustment algorithm, optimized intelligent scene detection, more comfortable to browse the screen



  • Accessibility

    • [Optimization] Accessibility mode

    • Added a visual introduction, and added an image introduction to the function page

    • Optimized function classification, displayed according to visual/auditory/interaction/general classification

    • TalkBack adapts to more system applications such as photo albums, calls, emails, calendars, etc.




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

WhatsApp is testing Preview for Shared Documents

Do you ever download a picture or video on WhatsApp and later realize it was a waste of time? Or have too many files on your phone that you have to delete frequently? Well, the case may change as WhatsApp is testing a feature that allows taking a preview of shared documents.

WhatsApp

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As the name suggests, the preview will give you a glimpse of what’s inside the document before downloading it. In the current stable version, you have to download the file to see the image, video, PDF, or document. The app only shows a generic preview with the file's name, type, and size.

With the new update, users can see a richer preview with a thumbnail that will determine what's inside the file. This will make it easier to decide whether or not to download it. The feature is rolling out to Android users of WhatsApp beta with version 2.22.5.11 or newer. You can refer to the image below to see how does the feature look.



As you might have noticed, the previews shown are of low quality. However, this will improve as the feature is still in the evolving stage. Also, as of now, they are shown on top of the file, but that could change in future developments as well. The feature will eventually roll out to the general public in a few weeks or maybe a few months.
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List of Galaxy devices eligible to receive One UI 4.1 update

Samsung has upgraded a bunch of its flagships with Android 12 and One UI 4.0, and the journey is still in progress. In addition, the company has introduced its next skin iteration, which is actually a bump over the existing one. The Galaxy S22 lineup runs One UI 4.1 pre-installed, while the other devices are in line.

 One UI 4.1

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Considering that most Galaxy smartphones will get One UI 4.0 by mid-2022, we presume that One UI 4.1 will reach these handsets before the year-end. Anyway, the roadmap is a matter of time! But we do have a list of devices that are eligible to receive the One UI 4.1 update.

List of Galaxy devices eligible to receive One UI 4.1 update


Galaxy S series


  • Galaxy S21 Ultra (LTE/5G)

  • Galaxy S21+ (LTE/5G)

  • Galaxy S21 (LTE/5G)

  • Galaxy S20 Ultra (LTE/5G)

  • Galaxy S20+ (LTE/5G)

  • Galaxy S20 (LTE/5G)

  • Galaxy S20 FE (LTE/5G)

  • Galaxy S10 5G

  • Galaxy S10

  • Galaxy S10+

  • Galaxy S10e

  • Galaxy S10 Lite



Galaxy Note series


  • Galaxy Note 20 Ultra (LTE/5G)

  • Galaxy Note 20 (LTE/5G)

  • Galaxy Note 10+ (LTE/5G)

  • Galaxy Note 10 (LTE/5G)

  • Galaxy Note 10 Lite



Galaxy Z series


  • Galaxy Fold (LTE/5G)

  • Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G

  • Galaxy Z Flip

  • Galaxy Z Flip 5G

  • Galaxy Z Fold 3

  • Galaxy Z Flip 3



Galaxy A series


  • Galaxy A71 5G

  • Galaxy A71

  • Galaxy A51 5G

  • Galaxy A51

  • Galaxy A52

  • Galaxy A52 5G

  • Galaxy A52s

  • Galaxy A72

  • Galaxy A90 5G

  • Galaxy A01

  • Galaxy A11

  • Galaxy A31

  • Galaxy A41

  • Galaxy A21

  • Galaxy A21s

  • Galaxy A Quantum

  • Galaxy Quantum 2

  • Galaxy A42 5G

  • Galaxy A02

  • Galaxy A02s

  • Galaxy A03s

  • Galaxy A12

  • Galaxy A12 Nacho

  • Galaxy A32

  • Galaxy A32 5G

  • Galaxy A22

  • Galaxy A22 5G



Galaxy M series


  • Galaxy M42 5G

  • Galaxy M12

  • Galaxy M62

  • Galaxy M01

  • Galaxy M02s

  • Galaxy M02

  • Galaxy M21

  • Galaxy M21s

  • Galaxy M22

  • Galaxy M31

  • Galaxy M31 Prime Edition

  • Galaxy M32

  • Galaxy M32 5G

  • Galaxy M51

  • Galaxy M31s

  • Galaxy M52 5G



Galaxy F series


  • Galaxy F41

  • Galaxy F42 5G

  • Galaxy F62

  • Galaxy F02s

  • Galaxy F12

  • Galaxy F22



Galaxy Xcover series

  • Galaxy Xcover Pro

  • Galaxy Xcover 5


Galaxy Tab series


  • Galaxy Tab S7+ (LTE/5G)

  • Galaxy Tab S7 (LTE/5G)

  • Galaxy Tab S7 FE

  • Galaxy Tab S6 5G

  • Galaxy Tab S6 (Uncertain)

  • Galaxy Tab S6 Lite

  • Galaxy Tab A 8.4 (Uncertain)

  • Galaxy Tab A7 (Uncertain)

  • Galaxy Tab A7 Lite

  • Galaxy Tab Active 3 (Uncertain)

  • Galaxy Tab A8 10.5 (2021)



To mention, some of these devices could directly jump from One UI 3.1 to One UI 4.1. Also, devices such as Galaxy Note 10/ S10 may not get the new skin, as Android 12 is the last update for them. Lastly, keep in mind that this is not an official list.
Related: List of Samsung devices eligible for Android 12L update

Monday, February 21, 2022

Realme Narzo 50 to launch in India on February 24: See expected Specifications & Price

Reportedly, the Realme Narzo 50 is expected to launch in India on February 24. The smartphone will be the third device from the Narzo 50 flagship, including the Narzo 50A and Narzo 50i. Let's check out the smartphone in detail.

Realme Narzo 50

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Realme Narzo 50 Specifications (Expected)


As per the leaks, the Realme Narzo 50 will feature a 6.6-inch Full-HD+ IPS LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Under the helm, it could run the MediaTek Helio G96 SoC paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. For software, the phone is tipped to boost Android 12 OS along with Realme UI 3.0 on top.

For shooting purposes, the Realme Narzo 50 is suggested to house a 50 MP triple rear camera. The other lenses can include a couple of 2 MP monochrome and macro lenses. On the other side, the phone may offer a 16 MP unit for selfies and video calls. In addition, a 5,000 mAh battery keeps the screen alive with a 30W fast charging support.

Realme Narzo 50

To mention, Realme is yet to detail the specifications and price of the Narzo 50 smartphone. Also, the launch date has not been confirmed by the company yet.

Price and Availability (Expected)


The Realme Narzo 50 is expected to arrive in two storage models of 4GB + 64GB and 6GB + 128GB. Depending upon the variant, the phone may cost ₹15,999 and ₹17,990 respectively. You can purchase the device in Speed Black and Speed Blue color options via Amazon.
Read more: List of Realme smartphones to receive Android 13 update (unofficial)

Vivo V23e 5G with Dimensity 810 SoC launched in India for ₹25,990

Vivo V23e 5G is finally official in India as a new mid-range device. The other two models from the Vivo V-series flagship are already available in the country as a premium smartphone offering. Let's take a detailed look at the new handset.

Vivo V23e 5G

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Vivo V23e 5G Specifications


The Vivo V23e 5G features a 6.44-inch AMOLED display with an in-screen fingerprint scanner. The panel offers a Full HD+ resolution and a 60Hz refresh rate. Underneath, the Dimensity 810 powers the phone paired with 8 GB RAM and 128 GB of storage.

For optics, the Vivo V23e 5G houses a 44 MP front-facing camera with an eye-autofocus feature. On the other side, there's an 8 MP ultra-wide lens and a 2 MP macro unit alongside a 50 MP main camera.

In addition, the device boosts Android 12 OS out of the box tossed with FunTouch OS 12 on top. A 4,050 mAh power cell keeps the system working with 44W fast charging support. The other specifications include a dual SIM, 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, a USB-C port, a microSD card slot, and a 3.5mm audio jack.

Vivo V23e 5G

Availability and Price


The Vivo V23e 5G is available in two color variants of Midnight Blue and Sunshine Gold. You can purchase the smartphone for ₹25,990 (~$349) via Flipkart and the company's official online store.

Concerning launch offers, you can get ₹2,000 off using HDFC Bank credit/ debit cards. Also, while buying Vivo V23e 5G through Flipkart, you can avail of a 5% unlimited cashback via Flipkart Axis Bank credit cards
Read more: Specs Comparison: Vivo V23 vs Vivo V23 Pro

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.
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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