Friday, June 10, 2022

[Update: May 2022 Security Patch] Realme Q5 Series Updates Tracker

Realme Q5 series was launched in April 2022 with three different variants: Realme Q5, Q5 Pro, and Realme Q5i. The lineup powers Android 12 out of the box along with a layer of Realme UI 3.0 on top. Underneath, the Realme Q5 and Q5 Pro power a Snapdragon processor, while the Realme Q5i equips a Dimensity chipset. Needless to say, the specifications of each device are different. Although they all are backed up by a 5000 mAh battery. Here on this page, we have listed all the updates that the company has released for the series.

Realme Q5

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Note: We will keep this post updated with the latest information regarding the Realme Q5 series.

Realme Q5 Series Updates Tracker



  • [June 10, 2022]: The Realme Q5 Pro is getting a new update in China. The build packs the May 2022 security patch and it optimizes the system stability to improve user experience. Moreover, the camera usage will be enhanced after flashing the new build.




Changelog

  • System

    • Optimize system stability and improve user experience



  • Camera

    • Optimize the blurred effect of the front portrait

    • Optimize camera performance in some scenarios

    • Optimize the green and blue effects of video imaging

    • Optimize the clarity of night scene imaging



  • Charging

    • Optimize charging protection and charging icon display logic for individual scenarios



  • Security

    • Update Android security patch (2022#05)





As usual, Realme is sending the updates in a phase-wise manner. As a result, it is expected to reach all the units within a week. You can also check the update status manually by heading over to Settings > Software updates > Check for the updates. Also, we suggest you switch over to a WiFi network to avoid carrier data charges.
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4, Z Flip 4, Watch 5, and Watch 5 Pro to launch on August 26

The Galaxy Unpacked event by Samsung marks the launch of some experimental devices. It usually takes place in the second half of the year. According to the rumors, the company is expected to hold the launch event in August to announce its next generation of foldables– the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 along with the Galaxy Watch 5 series- Watch 5 and Watch 5 Pro.


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A well-known tipster Jon Prosser has pitched the launch date of the upcoming Galaxy foldable and watch series. The gadgets are said to be revealed on August 26, while the pre-orders will begin on August 10.

In addition to this, the Prosser revealed the color variants of Galaxy Z Fold 4, Galaxy Z Flip 4, and the Watch 5 series. The Z Fold 4 is suggested to arrive in Phantom Black, Green, and Beige colorways. On the other hand, the Z Flip 4 might offer Graphite, Bora Purple, Pink Gold, and Blue color variants.

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Talking about the Galaxy Watch 5 series, it will include models- 40mm, 44mm, and 46mm. The former model of the Galaxy Watch 5 may be available in Phantom Black, Silver, and Pink Gold colors. While the median 44mm model might come in Black, Silver, and Sapphire variations. Furthermore, the 46mm Watch 5 Pro is tipped to come in Phantom Black and Silver colors.

As mentioned before, the above information is only a part of leaks. Samsung has not made any of the information official yet. But, the company can soon make some announcements in the coming weeks.








Read more: Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro arrives on FCC as SM-G736U confirming specifications

OnePlus Nord N200 5G gets stable Android 12 update in the US

OnePlus Nord N200 5G was launched last year with Android 11 out of the box. The device is the cheapest 5G smartphone by the company in the US. However, it comes at a cost of a single major Android update. Anyway, OnePlus is finally delivering the stable Android 12 OS to the Nord N200 5G.

OnePlus Nord N200 5G

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The latest Android 12 update for the OnePlus Nord N200 5G is accompanied by OxygenOS 12 on top. The package is rolling out for the carrier-unlocked version in the US via build number C.15. The Build packs a ton of rich features and improvements. In addition, it improves privacy by integrating the May 2022 security patch. Check out the official changelog below for precise details.

Changelog




System



  • [Optimized] AI System Booster to 2.1 to support the system to run smoothly even when the load was high

  • [Added] Earphone Control Card with Bluetooth earphone one-click adjustment

  • [Updated] Android security patch to 2022.05




Dark Mode



  • [Added] three adjustable levels, bringing a more personalized and comfortable user experience




Shelf



  • [Added] style options for Cards, making data contents more visual and easier to read

  • [Added] access to OnePlus Scout in Shelf, allowing you to search multiple contents on your phone, including Apps, Settings, Media Data, etc

  • [Added] OnePlus Watch Card in Shelf, to easily glance at your health status




Work-Life Balance



  • [Added] Work-Life Balance feature, allowing you to effortlessly switch between Work and Life mode via quick settings

  • [Added] the support of automatic Work and Life mode switching, based on specific locations, Wi-Fi network, and time, also bringing customized App notification profiles according to the personalization




Gallery



  • [Added] the support of switching 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





As usual, the OTA update is rolling out in batches and will reach out to all users within a week. Also, it will soon be available for the T-Mobile variants as well.


Read more: OnePlus 10T 5G specs leaked, could power Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 SoC

OnePlus 10T 5G specs leaked, could power Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 SoC

As with every OnePlus flagship, the company is also working to launch a T-series mobile for the OnePlus 10. Reportedly, there will be a OnePlus 10T in the second half of this year. Ahead of any official announcement, the entire specs of the OnePlus 10T have leaked online. The handset carries the “Ovaltine” codename as per rumors. Let's check out what we expect from the upcoming 5G-powered phone.

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According to the leaks, the OnePlus 10T 5G is likely to feature a 6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED display. The panel can offer a 120Hz refresh rate and it could also carry support for LTPO 2.0 technology. In addition, a 4,800 mAh battery unit is suggested to back up the phone with a 150W fast charging support.

Under the hood, the upcoming OnePlus T-series smartphone is tipped to draw power from Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset. In that case, the OnePlus 10T 5G can offer 8GB and 12GB of RAM paired with 128GB and 256GB of internal storage. In terms of software, the device will come pre-installed with Android 12 OS along with a layer of OxygenOS on top.

On the optics front, the OnePlus 10T 5G will probably equip a 32MP front-facing camera to serve selfies and video calls. On the other side, the rumors claim that the panel will house a triple rear camera setup. The module could consist of a 50MP primary shooter, a 16MP ultrawide lens, and a 2MP macro snapper.
Read more: OnePlus Nord 20 SE could be a rebranded Oppo A57 4G, suggests TDRA listing

Thursday, June 9, 2022

Moto G62 5G announced with Snapdragon 480+, 50 MP camera setup, and more

Motorola has introduced another mid-range G-series smartphone. Recently, the Moto G82 5G became official and now the company has unveiled the Moto G62 5G. Here is a detailed look at the latest handset by the Lenovo-owned company.

Moto G62 5G

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The Moto G62 is built around a 6.5-inch Full HD+ LCD with a punch-hole cutout at the top center. The panel offers a 120Hz refresh rate and a 2400 x 1080 pixel resolution. A 5,000 mAh battery keeps the screen brightened up with a 20W TurboPower fast charging support.

Under the helm, the 5G-powered smartphone equips Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ processor. The chipset is integrated with Adreno 619 GPU, 4GB RAM, and 128GB of internal storage. On the software front, the smartphone can come pre-installed with Android 12 OS.

Concerning the shooting department, the Moto G62 carries a triple-camera setup led by a 50 MP primary sensor. Accompanying this is an 8MP ultrawide lens which also doubles as a depth sensor and a Macro Vision sensor. On the other side, there's a 16 MP camera unit to serve selfies and video calls.

The other notable features of the Moto G62 5G include a USB Type-C charging port, a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a stereo speaker setup with Dolby Atmos, and a micro-SD card slot.

Price and Availability


Unfortunately, Motorola G62 5G's price and availability details are still undercover. We will update the article soon as we get any official information.
Read more: Motorola Edge (2022) appears on Geekbench with Dimensity 1050 SoC

Nothing Phone (1) 5G appears on NBTC website ahead of global launch

Nothing has decided to unveil its first smartphone: Nothing Phone (1) on July 12. With the launch of Nothing Ear (1), the company has become one of the most exciting brands of the year. Now, ahead of the official launch, the first handset by the brand has made an appearance on the NBTC certification website.


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As revealed by the NBTC database, the Nothing Phone (1) 5G will bear the model number A063. Apart from this, the listing does not divulge any major detail. (courtesy: Abhishek Yadav)

To recall, the same model was also spotted on the Indian BIS website as well. In addition, the design of the upcoming handset was accidentally leaked via Flipkart. All these leaks give us a pretty good idea about the Phone (1).



Talking about the design, the pictures leaked render a transparent design of the smartphone’s rear panel housing a vertical camera layout. It is said to feature a bezel-less design on the front with a punch-hole cutout in the center.

Moreover, Nothing has confirmed that its first smartphone will power a Qualcomm  Snapdragon processor. The rumors suggest that it will be the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset. On the software front, the phone will boost the Android operating system. The OS will be tossed with Nothing OS, its customized skin on top of Android. Interestingly, the brand claims that its OS will be one of the purest skins of Android.

As far as prices are concerned, the Nothing Phone (1) is speculated to cost around €500. Like Nothing Ear (1), the phone will be sold exclusively on Flipkart in India.
Read more: Google's new & Wireless Device surfaces on FCC hints Chromecast HD with Google TV

Download Poco Launcher 4.38 APK for any Android smartphone

Poco launcher is in the market since Xiaomi launched the first Pocophone F1 in August 2018. However, now that both of the respective brands have branched out, Poco is on its own. On that note, Poco is preparing its Android skin iteration called POCO UI, just like other major brands. The latest Poco Launcher 4.36 gives us a glimpse of the undergoing changes in the Poco UI.

Poco Launcher 4.38

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The latest Poco Launcher 2.0 with a new build version 4.38 brings a creative overhaul with a smooth and fast speed to offer a seamless experience. Before downloading the APK file for the same, let's check out some of its features

Poco Launcher 4.38 Features



  • Managed Home screen: Inspired by the Material You Design, Poco Launcher keeps your home screen polished by keeping all the apps in the App drawer.




Moreover, you can easily search for apps through the assigned group or icon color. Also, you can create your own group category to keep the apps organized your way.



  • Personalization: You can design your layout the way you want. This includes resizing the app icons, applying customized wallpapers/ themes/ animations, and using third-party icon packs.




In addition, you can even apply dark screen mode and change the style of notification badges in case you operate Android 8.0 or later.



  • Privacy: It allows you to keep your apps private by hiding their icons.


Apart from the aforementioned features, there are plenty more, including double-tap the screen to lock the device, locking home screen icons, and more.

Without any further ado, click on the button below and try the latest Poco Launcher 4.38.

Download Poco Launcher 4.38 APK



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Realme 7 gets Android 12 based Realme UI 3.0 Open Beta Program

After upgrading its high-end smartphones and mid-range device, Realme has started testing the latest operating system for the entry-level handsets. The latest phone to get the Android 12-based Realme UI 3.0 Open Beta Program is Realme 7. FYI, this will be the second major update for the device as it was launched back in 2020 sith Android 10 out of the box.

Realme 7

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Realme 7 users can start testing their device’s compatibility with the Android 12. The availability of the Realme UI 3.0 beta program is currently limited to India, while the program will be available for more markets as well.

The beta channel for Realme 7 is open from June 8. If you are an interested user in the country, make sure to update your phone to the required version which is RMX2151_11_C.17 / RMX2151_11_C.16. Thereafter, follow the below steps to apply for the program.

How to register for Realme UI 3.0 beta program?



  1. Head to phone Settings > Software update

  2. Look for the gear icon in the upper right corner of the screen

  3. Click upgrade and early adopters and fill in the required information

  4. Scroll down and click on the trial version by confirming the agreement

  5. Lastly, Submit your details, finish the quiz, and tap on Apply Now button


Moreover, before applying, keep in mind that the build is meant to be tested thus, it will be loaded with minor and major bugs which can restrain the user experience. Therefore, we do not recommend flashing the beta package on your primary device. Lastly, keep your device's battery above 60%.
Read more: Realme GT Neo 3T launched globally with Snapdragon 870 SoC for €469.99

OnePlus Nord 20 SE could be a rebranded Oppo A57 4G, suggests TDRA listing

A new Nord series smartphone is expected to launch soon by OnePlus. The OnePlus device with model number CPH2469 made an appearance on the TDRA certification database. The portal confirms the moniker of the device and that it will be labeled as OnePlus Nord N20 SE. Here's what we know about the upcoming device so far.

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To recall, a OnePlus device with a similar model number was also spotted on FCC last week. Considering the model number, the OnePlus Nord N20 SE appears to be a rebranded Oppo A57. Also, this will be the first device from the company with a SE moniker.

Unfortunately, the TDRA listing does not confirm any other detail about the upcoming device besides the OnePlus Nord N20 SE moniker. Luckily, we got some information from the FCC certification website. According to the database, the upcoming budget device by OnePlus will pack a 5,000 mAh battery that will bear the model number BLP923.

In addition, the power cell will support SuperVOOC charging technology. Although the charging capacity is still unknown. Moreover, the listing says that the smartphone will measure 163.74 × 75.03 × 7.99mm in dimensions.

As mentioned, the OnePlus Nord N20 SE could be a rebranded Oppo A57. In that case, the phone will be an entry-level 4G-powered handset with a 6.56-inch HD+ LCD screen. Underneath, the upcoming phone can power the same Helio G35 processor.

As always, any official words from the company are still awaited.
Read more: OnePlus Nord 5G receives stable Android 12 update in India