Realme 8 Pro finally joins the Android 12 update party with Realme UI 3.0

Realme 8 Pro was launched almost a year ago pre-installed with Android 11 OS. On its birthday, the company is releasing the stable Android 12 update paired with Realme UI 3.0 on top.

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The latest update for the Realme 8 Pro is rolling out in India via firmware version RMX3081_11_C.13 weighing 3.98 GB to download. Concerning modifications, the changelog is quite rich and impressive with all-new features offering a personalized, efficient, and seamless experience.

Changelog

• New design
  
  
  
  • The all-new design, which emphasizes a sense of space, delivers a simple, clean, and comfortable visual and interactive experience.
  
  
  • Revamp the page layout based on the principle of reducing visual noise and spacing out elements, and prioritize information with different colors to make key information stand out.”
  
  
  • Redesigns icons using new materials to give more depth and a greater sense of space and texture to the icons.
  
  
  • Optimizes Quantum Animation Engine: Quantum Animation Engine 3.0 implements the concept of mass to make animations more lifelike, and optimizes more than 300 animations to bring a more natural user experience.”
  
  
  • More creative Always-On Display: Adds realmeow and Portrait silhouette to let you freely express yourself.
  
  
  
  


• Convenience & efficiency
  
  
  
  • FlexDrop is renamed Flexible Windows and is optimized:
  
  
  • Optimizes the method of switching floating windows between different sizes.
  
  
  • You can now drag a file from My Files or a photo from the Photos app to a floating window.
  
  
  
  


• Performance
  
  
  
  • Adds Quick launch, a feature that detects the apps you use frequently and pre-loads them so you can open them quickly.
  
  
  • Adds a chart to display your battery usage.
  
  
  • Improves the responsiveness of turning on or off Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Airplane mode, and NFC.
  
  
  
  


• Camera
  
  
  
  • You can now decide which camera modes are displayed on the menu bar and in what order they are displayed.
  
  
  • You can now drag the zoom slider to zoom in or out smoothly when shooting a video using the rear camera.
  
  
  
  


• System
  
  
  
  • Optimizes the auto-brightness algorithm to adapt screen brightness to more scenes for a comfortable screen reading experience
  
  
  
  


• Accessibility
  
  
  
  • Optimizes accessibility:
  
  
  • Adds visuals to text instructions for an intuitive understanding of accessibility functions.
  
  
  • Optimizes categorization of functions by grouping them into vision, hearing, interactive actions, and general.
  
  
  • TalkBack supports more system apps including Photos, Phone, Mail, and Calendar.
  
  
  
  

The update is rolling out in batches and will reach out to the users in a short while. Alternatively, head to Settings > Software update to track the build manually.

Related: Realme GT Master Edition & Realme X7 Pro Extreme Edition gets stable Realme UI 3.0 update

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OnePlus 9 series gets OxygenOS 12 C.47 update with March 2022 Security Patch

Earlier this month, the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro got updated to OxygenOS 12 C.46 bought in some major fixes and an upgraded security patch. A similar build is rolling out again to the series that bumps the firmware version to OxygenOS 12 C.47.

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The latest update for the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro is rolling out in North America and Europe weighing 4.1 GB in size. For the OnePlus 9, the package arrives on firmware version LE2115_11_C.47 and LE2113_11_C.47, respectively for both regions. Heading to the Pro variant, the update is bundled with version numbers LE2125_11_C.47 (NA) and LA2123_11_C.47 (Europe).

Talking about the changes, OxygenOS 12 C.47 is a minor update that addresses a few bugs related to communication, display, and MMS. Moreover, it improves system stability and security by adding March 2022 patch. Plus, the fluency of taking photos will be improved.

Changelog

• System
  
  
  
  • [Optimized] the stability of communication
  
  
  • [Fixed] the issue of the operator's name displayed incorrectly
  
  
  • [Fixed] the low probability issue that unable to send MMS
  
  
  • [Improved] system stability
  
  
  • [Updated] Android security patch to 2022.03
  
  
  
  


• Camera
  
  
  
  • [Optimized] the fluency of taking pictures
  
  
  
  

As always, the new software is rolling out in batches and will reach out to you shortly via an OTA. Meanwhile, the user can track the build manually via Settings > Software updates. Also, we recommend you keep your device connected to Wi-Fi to avoid carrier data charges and maintain at least 60% battery.

Read more: OnePlus 9RT gets March 2022 security patch and more via OxygenOS 11_A.07 update

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OnePlus 9RT gets March 2022 security patch and more via OxygenOS 11_A.07 update

OnePlus 9RT smartphone is in line to get the Android 12 based OxygenOS 12 update soon. Meanwhile, the company is frequent in releasing new software updates based on OxygenOS 11. In the latest news, the device is receiving a fresh software update labeled OxygenOS 11_A.07.

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The latest software update for the OnePlus 9RT is bundled with the firmware version MT2111_11_A.07​ with a download size of almost 200 MB. The package brings some major bug fixes, improvements, and optimizations. Moreover, it enhances privacy by integrating the current Android security maintenance, March 2022.

To be more precise, the update resolves issues related to the speaker where it was unable to play sound in some scenarios. In addition, the blurred screen glitch while in the bring surroundings is taken care of. Furthermore, your OnePlus 9RT will give a better battery backup after flashing this build. Also, it improves system stability, ensuring a seamless experience. Check out the official changelog below.

Changelog

• System
  
  
  
  • [Optimized] power consumption, improved battery life
  
  
  • [Fixed] the issue that speaker unable to play sound in some scenarios
  
  
  • [Fixed] the low probability issue of the blurred screen when in the bright environment
  
  
  • [Improved] system stability
  
  
  • [Updated] Android security patch to 2022.03
  
  
  
  

The OxygenOS 11_A.07 software is currently rolling out in batches. Therefore, it might take a while to reach everyone. In the meantime, you can also keep checking for the update manually by navigating to Settings > System > System updates.

Read more: OxygenOS 12 based on Android 12 rolling out for OnePlus 9R and OnePlus 8 series

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Gmail for Android updates status bar icons for Google Chat and Spaces

After the failure of Hangouts, Google has shifted its focus to Google Chat and Spaces. Both of them are Google's attempt to capture the messaging app market. These apps can be used for professional work just like Slack. Google maintains both the apps and updates them with the latest features regularly. Both the features are available on the Gmail app on Android.

You can access both features in Gmail from the bottom bar present in the Gmail app. The problem with this integration of all the different platforms on one app was the notification. It was not a big problem but, whenever you receive a notification, all three platforms show the same icon. Whether you receive an email, a chat, or a message on spaces, you will be having a double chat bubble icon placed on top of one another. But, now Google has changed it in the new Gmail app. Now, you will see different icons for different platform.

New status bar icons

As you can see in the image above, there are different icons for mails, Spaces, and Chat. The icon for Chat is a chat bubble with an empty interior, for Spaces, it is the icon with three persons standing next to each other and then we have our normal Gmail icon. As you can notice, these are the same icons present on the bottom bar of the Gmail app which makes them easy to recognize. So, now it is easy to recognize the kind of message received just by looking at the status bar icon.

Currently, these status bar icons are seen only on a single Android device running the 2022.02.20.x version of the Gmail app. The version is not available for every device as of now, but it might be available for more devices soon. The move comes as Gmail for iOS begins to display the Chat sender's profile photo beginning this month.

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OxygenOS 12 based on Android 12 rolling out for OnePlus devices

Recently, OnePlus launched the OnePlus 9RT and OnePlus Nord 2 CE 5G, both were interesting devices. However, both came with Android 11 out of the box, so, the OnePlus users were a little upset as Android 12 was launched last year, but it is still not available. So, now OnePlus has started rolling the Android 12 update for some of its devices not the ones mentioned above, but the other flagships. The list of devices that are going to receive the new Android 12 update are:

1. OnePlus 9R


2. OnePlus 8


3. OnePlus 8 Pro


4. OnePlus 8T

All of these devices have already received the Android 12 based ColorOS 12 in China. OnePlus devices in China run on ColorOS while the devices outside China still run on OxygenOS. So, now the update is made available for users outside China which means it is an OxygenOS update. It is the new OxygenOS 12 based on Android 12, which was in the beta stage previously and is now available in the stable version. The new update is made available to the open beta users and will be out for stable users later. Also, the update for EU regions is not available currently but will be rolled out soon.



The OxygenOS 12 is not a huge update in terms of visual changes as most of the design is similar to the previous version. There are some major changes like you can access the self from the notification panel, Work-Life balance function, and more. The update fixes the bugs that were present in the earlier beta stages of the OS.

OxygenOS 12 update,

The new update is available in different regions for different devices. The OnePlus 9R will receive the new update in IN region with firmware version LE2101_11.C.14. The OnePlus 8, 8T, and 8 Pro is receiving update in IN and NA regions. For the OnePlus 8 the firmware versions are:

• IN region: IN2011_11.C.11


• NA region: IN2015_11.C.11

For OnePlus 8 Pro:

• IN region: IN2021_11.C.11


• NA region: IN2025_11.C.11

For OnePlus 8T:

• IN region: KB2001_11.C.11


• NA region: KB2005_11.C.11

Changelog:

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  System

  
  
  
  
  • Optimized desktop icons with improved textures, by using a design inspired by brand-new materials and uniting lights and layers
  
  
  • Fixed the issue that background applications are abnormally closed in specific scenarios
  
  
  • Fixed the issue with lens permissions when using third party camera applications
  
  
  • Fixed the issue of the screen cannot respond when receiving notifications
  
  
  
  

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  Dark mode

  
  
  
  
  • Dark mode now supports three adjustable levels, bringing a more personalized and comfortable user experience
  
  
  
  


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  Shelf

  
  
  
  
  • New additional style options for Cards, making data contents more visual and easier to read
  
  
  • Newly added Earphone Control Card with Bluetooth earphone one-click adjustment
  
  
  • Newly added access to OnePlus Scout in Shelf, allowing you to search multiple contents on your phone, including Apps, Settings, Media Data, etc.
  
  
  • Newly added OnePlus Watch Card in Shelf, to easily glance at your health stats
  
  
  
  


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  Work-Life Balance

  
  
  
  
  • Work-Life Balance feature is now available to all users, allowing you to effortlessly switch between Work and Life mode via quick settings
  
  
  • WLB 2.0 now supports automatic Work/Life mode switching, based on specific locations, Wi-Fi network, and time, also bringing customized App notification profiles according to the personalization
  
  
  
  


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  Gallery

  
  
  
  
  • Gallery now allows you to switch between different layouts with a two-finger pinch gesture, intelligently recognizing the best-quality pictures, and cropping the thumbnail based on the content, making the gallery layout more pleasing
  
  
  
  


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  Canvas AOD

  
  
  
  
  • Canvas AOD brings you new diverse styles of lines and colors, for a more personalized lock screen experience with inspiring visuals
  
  
  • Newly added multiple brushes and strokes and support for color adjustment
  
  
  • Optimized software algorithm and improved face recognition to better identify the features and skin color of different figures
  
  
  
  


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  Network

  
  
  
  
  • Fixed the issue that unable to automatically connect to Wi-Fi
  
  
  
  


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  Bluetooth

  
  
  
  
  • Fixed the issue that wireless earphones cannot play a sound when connecting Bluetooth in specific scenarios
  
  
  
  

As we can see from the changelog, the update fixes the majority of bugs faced in the earlier builds of the OS. It also adds some new cards for earphone control, search, and more. You might have received the notification for the update on the device if you are on the open beta version. You can also check for the update manually by heading to the software update section in the settings app.

This is an early stable build so, it may contain some bugs and maybe a little uncomfortable for some users. If you are one of those users, you should wait for a review on the new OxygenOS 12. However, if you still want to try the new update, you can download and install it and roll back to the previous version using the rollback packages. But, you should make a backup before that as it will wipe your device.



 

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Moto G30 starts receiving Android 12 update

Moto has been launching some of the best budget smartphones lately, one of that devices is the Moto G30. Launched last year, the Moto G30 is a very good offering in the budget segment with a lot of valuable features. Moto provides a clean stock Android experience to its users and Moto G30 is running the same near-stock Android OS. It was launched with Android 11 out of the box and now, it has started receiving Android 12. Currently, the update is available for the Brazil region and will be rolled out for other regions soon.

The update is the stable Android 12 update for the device and carries the February 2022 security patch. It is available for the device with model number XT2129-1-DS, which is the Brazilian model number for the device with two sims. The update weighs 1.09 GB in size and carries firmware version S0RCS32.41-10-9-2. It is an Android 12 update which means it carries all the Android 12 goodness and the new Material You design language. And, as mentioned earlier it will be clean Android 12 as Moto doesn't make huge changes to the UI.



With Android 12, users can also disable mic and camera access on the device so, the apps can't access them without permission. It is a small step towards privacy improvements on Android. The other changes are the new quick settings panel, new minimalist lock screen, and rounded corners throughout the UI. The update notification might hit your smartphone soon if not already. You can also check the update manually by checking the software update section in the Settings app.

Moto G30: Specifications

The Moto G30 features a 6.5 inch IPS LCD with 1600 x 720 pixels resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. It came with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 chipset paired with Adreno 610 GPU. In the camera department, the smartphone features a quad camera setup on the rear panel. The primary sensor is a 64 MP lens paired with an 8 MP ultrawide, 2 MP macro, and 2 MP depth sensor. On the front, it houses a 13 MP selfie shooter.

The battery on the device is a 5000 mAh Li-Po battery with fast charging support of up to 20W. It comes with 6 GB RAM and 128 GB storage. Considering all the specifications, the Moto G30 is a very valuable device on budget.

 

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How to take Screenshot on Samsung Galaxy S22 series

Taking screenshots helps a lot when you want to capture something quickly on the screen of your smartphone. If you are someone who wants to take a screenshot and don't know how to do it then this article is for you.

Samsung launched its new line of flagship smartphones last month. There are three devices in the flagship series, S22, S22+, and S22 Ultra. The S22 is the base model with similar looks to last year and the S22 Ultra is the topmost model with Note series design. All three devices come with the latest technologies and features available in the industry. However, having more features becomes a trouble when you can't remember the shortcuts to access them. In this article, we will provide some tricks to capture screenshots and some extra things that can help you.

Taking Screenshots on Galaxy S22 series smartphones

First, the most common way to take a screenshot on any device is the combination of power key and volume down key. You just have to press both the keys at once without holding them for too long. This is available on every Android smartphone you can find. However, it is not the most convenient way to do it as you face situations where clicking both buttons at once would be a little uncomfortable. So, there is another way to do it on Samsung Galaxy S22 series.

If you own a Samsung Galaxy S22 series smartphone, you can use the gesture available on the device. All you have to do is open the Settings app and navigate to Advanced features > Motions and gestures > Palm swipe to capture and enable the toggle. Now, you can take a screenshot just by swiping your palm from the right edge to the left side. You can also enable other features in the Advance features section such as hiding the navigation bar in the screenshot, deleting screenshots after sharing, and many more. You can also use the toolbar available after taking a screenshot to make changes to the screenshot such as cropping and deleting screenshot.

With these shortcuts, you can easily take a screenshot of your new Galaxy S22 smartphone. You may find many more features as you explore the Advance features section.

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Samsung starts pushing update to fix throttling issue on the Galaxy S22 series

Samsung Galaxy S22 series is the best you can get in the Android market right now. The series contains three smartphones, Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+, Galaxy S22 Ultra. The Galaxy S22 and S22+ are refreshed version of the S21 series, it comes with a more flat edge design. Samsung has also replaced the plastic rear panel on the base model with a glass panel. On the other hand, the Galaxy S22 Ultra is the topmost model of the series with premium looking design. It looks more like the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, the last Note series smartphone from Samsung. Unlike the S21 Ultra, the S22 Ultra follows the Note series and comes with a built-in S pen.



The new flagship series bring some new features onboard and a lot of improvements. However, there is one feature that became a problem for the users, the Game Optimization Service (GOS). Due to the throttling issue of the Game Optimization Service, Samsung has to apologize to its users. Samsung VC and CEO Jong-Hee Han issued an official apology to users for the GOS throttling issue during the annual shareholder's meeting. To solve this issue, Samsung has already pushed an update in South Korea, Europe and now it is available in India also.

Galaxy S22 series Update: March security patch

The new update on the device lets you disable the Game Optimization Service and also brings some app updates and improvements. The new update comes with firmware version S90xEXXU1AVC9 updates the security to the latest March 2022 security patch. Samsung has also updated some apps such as Samsung health, Samsung Pay, Samsung Members, Samsung TV Plus, Calculator, Voice Recorder, Smart Switch, and many other apps.



To disable the Game Optimization Service after updating the device, you have to open  Game Launcher and navigate to More » Game Booster » Labs, and then turn on Alternate game performance management. Wait for the official update notification on your device or you can check for the update manually.

 

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Samsung Galaxy S21, Z Fold 3 , and Z Flip 3 are now receiving the latest One UI 4.1

Samsung has become the leader in the industry when it comes to software updates. All the latest and even the old Samsung devices are receiving the latest One UI updates. Every company is struggling to provide the Android 12 to its user while Samsung did it before the given timeline. Samsung also launched the new version of their skin, One UI 4.1 which is one of the best Android skins you can find in the market right now. The newly launched Samsung Galaxy S22, S22+, and S22 ultra come with Android 12 base One UI 4.1 out of the box. Recently, the South Korean tech giant announced that the One UI 4.1 update will be available for the Galaxy Fold/Flip, S, Note, and A-series devices soon.



The Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Flip 3 have started receiving the One UI 4.1 update in South Korea. The update comes with the CVC5 firmware and the March 2022 security patch. It fixes the buggy immersive mode which was not able to hide the status bar and navigation bar. Meanwhile, the Galaxy S21 series has started pushing the update to Canadian users on Rogers, Telus, and Sasktel networks with the CVBA firmware.

If you own any of the devices mentioned above in the respecting regions, you can download the update manually. To download the new One UI 4.1 manually, you have to open the Settings app on the device. After opening settings navigate to Software update and check for update. Once the update is available to you, hit the Download and install button.

One UI 4.1

The One UI 4.1 is the latest version of One UI based on Android 12 which means it brings all the Android 12 goodness with it. With One UI 4.1, Samsung has made some improvements and also introduced new features to their UI. Some of these features are not even present in Google's smartphone yet but Samsung has provided that to its users. For example, the live sharing feature on Google Duo, Google has not provided this feature to their smartphones yet.



There are many more features such as improved Object Eraser functionality, including the ability to remove shadows and reflections, deeper Grammarly integration in the Galaxy keyboard. Samsung has also introduced some new camera features, including Night Portrait, telephoto portrait video, enhanced Snapchat integration, and pet recognition, which is already available on the Galaxy S22 series.

 

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