Wednesday, August 24, 2022

Google Pixel 5 issues on Android 13 [Bugs Tracker]

After passing through multiple testing stages, Android 13 is finally operational for some Pixel and other Android users. However, it seems like some bugs and glitches went unnoticed and managed to pass through all the beta phases. Likewise, the users who have updated their Pixel 5 to the latest stable OS version are facing some issues.

Pixel 5

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To recall, the Google Pixel 4 and onward devices are eligible for the Android 13 update. This includes Pixel 4, Pixel 4 XL, Pixel 4a, Pixel 4a (5G), Pixel 5, Pixel 5a, Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, and Pixel 6a. All of these smartphones are littered with over 100 bugs after updating. Therefore, we do not recommend you to flash the update on your primary phone. In case, you already hit the package, wait for future developments as Google is working to get things right.

Issues on Pixel 5 after Android 13 update


Looking for some assistance, the Pixel 5 users have taken their issues to the Pixel community. All these bugs are under Google's eyes and the company is actively working to resolve them. Here are some prominently reported issues.

  • Charging: After upgrading to Android 13, the Pixel 5 is unable to get charged via the Pixel Stand. For a few users, it even showed a “not charging” message. Also, some apps are unable to open.

  • Bluetooth pairing: The paired Bluetooth devices are having difficulty connecting. Even when the connection is successful, the devices are continuously disappearing. This includes all smart devices, including  Garmin Fenix 7, Logitech keyboard k780, and k375, Fitbit, Tesla Mobile Key, Pixel Buds, and more. In addition, a few devices do not show any Bluetooth icon on the top right.

  • Unusual vibration: Some of the phones are lucky enough to come back to light. However, they are facing unusual vibration issues. The user complained that the Pixel 5 keeps on vibrating even when not in use or without any notification. At times, it sometimes vibrates multiple times a minute.

  • DEAD: Reportedly, some Pixel 5 devices are dead after updating to Android 13. The device froze up and went black. It is unable to restart even when it is fully charged. In fact, the users tried charging the phone again, but it didn't work. Some usual hacks like holding the power button and volume button, re-inserting SIM, and so on also failed to bring the phone back.

  • Camera not working: After upgrading to Android 13, the Pixel 5 users reported that their front camera stopped working first. Afterwards, the rear unit also faded away. Unfortunately, restarting the device couldn't help them.

  • Battery draining: The battery health has come down with Android 13 OS. The users complained that the battery is draining quickly and the screen time is reduced. Moreover, hourly battery usage is not being displayed on some devices.


For the time being, restarting your device can temporarily fix the issues. However, some devices even got stuck while restarting over and over again. Besides the above-mentioned problems, there are a lot more like:

Other issues



  • Constantly disconnecting Wi-Fi

  • Hearing own voice in a headset during calls

  • One speaker not working

  • Freeze notification clock

  • Constantly restarting


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Consider yourself fortunate if you have not yet received the Android 13 update as all of these glitches can exploit your overall user experience. As a matter of fact, Google is also trying to stop users from upgrading to the latest stable OS. Also, the company is working to make the version operational. Meanwhile, we advise you to stay on Android 12.

Xiaomi 12T Pro hits Google Play Console with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC

Xiaomi is planning to extend the Xiaomi 12 lineup with the T-mobile variants: Xiaomi 12T and 12T Pro. While the phones are in the works, the company has revealed the launch date of the upcoming series. The devices can make their debut in September or October 2022 in the global markets. Ahead of the official launch, the Xiaomi 12T Pro has made an appearance on the Google Play Console listing. Here is what we know about the high-end model so far.

Xiaomi 12T Pro

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The Xiaomi 12T Pro will sit over the Xiaomi 11T Pro. Needless to say, the phone will arrive with some major improvements. The Google Play Console listing reveals some key details, including processor, operating system, display features, and more.

Under the hood, the Mi 12T Pro will run the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC under the hood. The chipset will be paired with an Adreno 730 GPU for graphics. Also, the portal confirms a screen resolution of 1220 x 2712 pixels. On the software front, the device will boost Android 12 out of the box. With this operating system, it is likely to arrive with MIUI 13 skin iteration on top.



Reportedly, the Xiaomi 12T Pro is claimed to be a rebadged Redmi K50 Extreme Edition/ K50 Ultra. Although, there are some tweaks expected in the optics department. In that case, the upcoming phone can feature a  6.67-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. In addition, the handset will offer an in-display fingerprint scanner and Dolby Vision support.
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For optics, it will carry a triple rear camera module consisting of a massive 200MP primary sensor. Accompanying this could be an 8MP ultrawide lens and a 2MP macro sensor. At the front, the centrally aligned hole-punch cutout can house a 20MP front camera.

OnePlus 9 & 9 Pro receives OxygenOS 12 C.63 update!

It has been many months since OnePlus rolled out the stable OxygenOS 12 based on Android 12 for the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro smartphones. Since then, OnePlus has pushed security updates to smartphones to improve further. In July, it pushed the OxygenOS 12 C.62 update with June 2022 Security patch. It had fixed many issues relating to the system. Now, OnePlus has started rolling out the OxygenOS C.63 update for both OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro. It was announced by a moderator in the OnePlus community and is live for the Indian units. He added that the update would soon be available in other parts of the world.



The update comes with the firmware version LE2111_11.C.63 for the OnePlus 9 and LE2121_11.C.63 for the OnePlus 9 Pro. The update bumps up the security patch to August 2022. It also brings many improvements to the optics department. To start with, it gets the Text Scanner feature which will scan and import text to your phone. OnePlus also added three new filters named Radiance, Serenity, and Emerald. Another addition is the Movie and Dual-view Video modes which will help content creators. 

OnePlus also brings Long Exposure to adjust exposure time. It gets popular options such as Moving vehicles, Water & clouds, and Light painting. The users who have already received the update can submit feedback so that the brand can start the broader rollout soon. OnePlus adds that since it is an incremental rollout, it will take some time to reach all the units of the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro. Do share the article with your friends who owns either of these smartphones.

Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Vivo X80 Pro and iQOO 9 Pro gets stable Android 13 update

It's been a week since Google released the Android 13 OS for its Pixel smartphones. Following the footsteps, the other companies, including Vivo and iQOO have started deploying the latest stable operating system. The first smartphones by the company to get the major software updates are Vivo X80 Pro and iQOO 9 Pro.

Vivo X80 and Vivo X80 Pro

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To recall, the Vivo X80 Pro and iQOO 9 Pro were launched a few months ago with Android 12 out of the box tossed with Funtouch OS 12/ OriginOS Ocean skin iteration on top. As for the latest update, the package is rolling out for the users who successfully applied for the Android 13 Preview Program a week back. FYI, the Preview Program was limited to India and so is the availability of the update.




As for changes, Android 13 does not major overhaul like Android 12. However, it still brings some UI changes, including more customization options for Material You. Moreover, several features are improved like the QR code scanning is seamless. In addition, it allows you to copy/paste between phones and tablets, integrated Fast Pair support, Bluetooth LE Audio support, Spatial Audio capabilities, and more. Furthermore, it carries a pre-app language option which allows setting different languages for different apps that too, without having to change the system language. Also, privacy and security are improved.



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As always, the OTA update is having an incremental rollout. The package will automatically hit the eligible users within a few days. If you are particularly impatient, you can head over to System Update section under the Settings app on your device. Lastly, do let us know about your Android 13 experience in the comments section below.

Download Realme Screen Recorder App Latest Version

As you already know, the Screen recording app allows you to record all the things you are doing on your phone’s home screen. However, sensitive information such as passwords, PIN numbers, and more will not be recorded. The function is performed by using the device's front camera. Moreover, you can also choose to record sounds and screen taps while recording the screen. The platform can be used in multiple ways, including a smart sidebar and control center.

Realme Screen Recorder

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Download Realme Screen Recorder App



  • [August 23, 2022]: Realme has released a new update for the Screen Recorder app. The build bears the version number v12.11.23. Anyone globally can tap on the button below and download the build. However, make sure that your phone runs on the latest Android 12 or later OS versions. The update does not carry any major features, but it does bring some general optimizations.




What's New

General Optimization


Download Version v12.11.23



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Download Realme Sound Recorder App Latest Version

As the name suggests, Realme offers a sound recorder app that allows keeping a track of all inbound sounds. Through this app, you can record and save all calls, including the ones answered via Whatsapp, Skype, Zoom, and Telegram. This app could prove to be your need of an hour as you can store your conversation and replay it anytime you need. Here on this page, you can get the latest update of the sound recorder app for your Realme smartphones.

Realme Sound Recorder

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Download Realme Sound Recorder App



  • [August 23, 2022]: The Sound Recorder app by Realme with build number v12.30.13 is available to download. The version is refined for the global users of Realme devices that run on Android 12 or higher OS versions.


Download Version v12.30.13



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Download Realme Screenshot App Latest Version

The screenshot is the most used feature in smartphones these days. Unlike before, taking and editing screenshots has become easy. In fact, you can easily customize, take long shots, and do more in one place. All these functions are offered by the Realme screenshot app as well. In fact, the platform allows you to take screenshots in different shapes, doodle, share, edit, customize, and more. Here you can download the latest version of the app.

[caption id="attachment_129052" align="aligncenter" width="696"]Realme Screenshot Long screenshot in landscape mode[/caption]

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Download Realme Screenshot App



  • [August 23, 2022]: The latest build of the Realme Screenshot app bears the version v8.6.24. The update is available for global users. However, the only requirement is that the device should run on Android 11 or higher versions. Now, try the new build from the button below and let us know your feedback in the comment section below.


Download version v8.6.24



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Doogee S89 series launched with Helio P90 SoC, 12000 mAh battery, and more

Doogee S89 series is finally official as the next definition of rugged smartphones. The lineup includes two smartphones: Doogee S89 and Doogee S98 Pro. You can buy the respective devices from AliExpress and Doogeemall. Before that, let's take a detailed look at the latest rugged handsets.

Doogee S89 series

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Talking about the design, the “breathing light” feature of the device is what makes it exceptional. It is an RGB backlight effect that we have seen on the Nothing phone (1). However, Doogee has provided more customization choices, functions, and colors. You can tweak them all as per your preference, making it more personal. Also, the light effect can be assigned to specific phone functions like incoming calls and notifications.

The next notable feature is the battery. The Doogee S89 series packs a 12000 mAh monster battery, making it weigh just 400g. In addition, the Pro model is the first phone to support a 65W fast charger. With this capacity, you can fuel up the device from 0 to 100% in around 2 hours. Whereas, the vanilla S89 comes with a 33W charger. Although it still provides up to 5 days of active phone usage on a single charge. Moreover, both handsets support 15W wireless charging as well.

Doogee S89 series

Under the hood, the lineup draws power from the MediaTek Helio P90 SoC paired with 8GB RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage. On the software front, the phone boosts Android 12 out of the box. Furthermore, the rugged panels are IP68, IP69K rated and MIL-STD-810H certified, making them dust, splash, and shockproof to survive intense environments. The other notable specs include NFC, custom button, dual SIM, face ID, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, GPS, and more.

In terms of optics, you will get a triple rear camera module with Doogee S89 series. Both devices consist of 20MP night vision sensors and an 8MP ultra-wide angle lens. However, the capacity of primary units is distinguishable. The S89 carries a 48MP advanced Sony snapper, while you get an upgraded 64MP lens with the upper variant. On the other hand, the 16MP front camera is designated to provide selfies.
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Price and Availability


As mentioned, you can buy the Doogee S89 series via AliExpress and Doogeemall. The S89 costs $399.98 and the pricing for the Pro model is set at $459.98. As for launch offers, the company is offering heavy discounts to lure more buyers. You can get the S89 and S89 Pro for $199.99 and $229.99, respectively. Likewise, an additional $10 discount coupons are available for early buyers on AliExpress. Lastly, keep in mind that the offers are only valid till August 26, 2022.

Asus ROG Phone 6D in the works with Dimensity 9000 Plus SoC

Asus is getting ready to launch a 6D smartphone: the Asus ROG Phone 6D. The alphabet 'D' in the device title is quite confusing. Is this a 6 Dimensional phone? Keep reading you will get that.

Asus ROG Phone 6D is getting ready to launch.

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The certifications and a reliable leaker predict that the device will be released under the ROG brand. Rumors also claim that it is a new variant of ROG Phone 6. Let's look at what this new ROG packs.

According to Popular tipster Digital Chat Station, the model numbers ASUS_AI2203_A and ASUS_AI2203_B are expected to be two future Asus smartphones that were discovered in 3C certification earlier today. They further say that this serial number corresponds to the Asus ROG Phone 6D, which is yet to be released.

The device was also found on Asus's official website's RoHS certification page. The smartphone's official marketing name is confirmed on the listing.

Now talking about the processor of this phone, according to Digital Chat Station it will run the MediaTek Dimensity 9000 Plus. Also, the D in the device's name denotes 'Dimensity'.

The smartphone will have a 50MP Sony IMX766 primary camera with a 165Hz flat screen provided by Samsung Display. In addition, the ROG 6D will have a gigantic battery backup of 6000mAh with 65W fast wired charging.
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According to the leaked specifications, the ROG phone will most likely have a different processor. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 SoC may be found within the original ROG Phone 6.