Poco M5 4G officially teased, to come with Mediatek G99 SoC

Poco is gearing up to unveil a new smartphone in the Indian market: the Poco M5 4G. The company has officially started to tease the device. As you might have guessed, it will be an affordable offering that is likely to go official next month. In the meantime, let's take a look at the design, specification, features, and other details of the handset.

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The company announced via Twitter that the next offering will be an M-series device. Under the hood, the upcoming phone will draw power from Mediatek Helio G99. The post goes like “M bringing sexy back.” To recall, the Poco M5 4G has already bagged the FCC and NBTC certifications.

As for design, another attached image from the thread indicates that the smartphone will have a leather back. In addition, the images reveal a power button on the side which embeds the fingerprint sensor as well.

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In terms of specifications, the upcoming 4G-powered smartphone is tipped to feature a 6.58-inch IPS LCD display. The panel can offer a standard 90Hz refresh rate and a Full HD+ resolution.

As mentioned, a Mediatek Helio G99 will power the Poco M5 4G. The company may retail the phone in a 4GB RAM/ 64GB storage variant. For software, it is likely to boost Android 12 out of the box.

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Moreover, the handset is tipped to ship with a 5000 mAh battery with 33W fast charging support. Lastly, it is expected to make its debut in September 2022 with a price tag of less than ₹15,000.

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Galaxy Tab Active 4 Pro bags multiple certifications, launch imminent

After the Galaxy XCover 6 Pro, the Korean tech giant is working to unveil a new rugged tablet. So far, the upcoming Galaxy Tab Active 4 Pro has made an appearance on multiple certifications websites, including the Google Play List, Google Play Console, and Bluetooth SIG, Now, ahead of any official announcement, the device is spotted on the GCF certification site. With all these listings, we have some key details in our hands. Let's take a look at the specifications and other features known so far.

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On the GCF website, the Galaxy Tab Active 4 Pro 5G bears the model number SM-T636B. This is likely to be the Wi-Fi-only variant, while the other SM-T636N model can support both LTE and 5G. Unfortunately, besides the model number, the portal does not divulge any other essential detail. But thanks to the earlier listing, we have some other specifications in light.



According to the Google Play Console listing, the upcoming rugged tablet will offer a panel with a Full HD resolution of 1200 x 1920 pixels. Under the hood, the tab will draw power from an octa-core processor based on Snapdragon 778G SoC. The CPU has four cores clocked at 2.4GHz and four clocked at 1.8GHz.

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Further, the chipset will be paired with Adreno 642L GPU and a 4GB RAM model. Although we can expect multiple storage options, unlike the predecessor Galaxy Tab Active 3. On the software front, the Galaxy Tab Active 4 Pro 5G will boost Android 12L out of the box. FYI, it is a “feature drop for Android 12” which is specially crafted for foldable smartphones and tablets.

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Lastly, in terms of connectivity, the Bluetooth SIG certification confirms the support for Bluetooth 5.2 onboard. As of now, this is all we have in our hands. With all these listings, the device's launch seems to be approaching.

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List of LineageOS 19 compatible smartphones [Cont. Udpated]

Is your smartphone old and not eligible to taste the goodness of Android 12 officially? If yes, then thanks to Android as it is open-source software. Installing LineageOS 19 ROM is a way to bring grace back to your aged phone. But then again, the Android 12-based custom ROM supports a few devices. However, on the bright side, the team keeps on extending the support for more smartphones.

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Most of the eligible devices have already received the Android 12 OS. However, the journey for some older devices ended with Android 11. Here is a list of such smartphones that can get the new OS update via the LineageOS 19. However, to flash the ROM, you have to unlock your device’s bootloader and install a custom recovery like TWRP.

LineageOS 19 compatible smartphones

• Asus ZenFone 5Z


• Asus ZenFone 8


• Asus ZenFone Max Pro M1


• Asus ZenFone Max Pro M2


• Google Pixel 2/ Pixel 2 XL


• Google Pixel 6/ Pixel 6 Pro


• Lenovo Z6 Pro


• LG G8 ThinQ


• Motorola Edge


• Moto G 2015


• Moto G3 Turbo


• Moto G5S


• Moto G9 Plus


• Moto Z3 Play


• Moto G 5G/ Moto G 5G Plus


• Nokia 6.1/ 6.1 Plus


• Nokia 7 Plus


• Nokia 7.1


• Nokia 8


• Nokia 8.1


• OnePlus 5/ 5T


• OnePlus 6/ 6T


• OnePlus 7/ 7 Pro/ 7T/ 7T Pro


• OnePlus 8/ 8 Pro/ 8T


• OnePlus 9R


• OnePlus Nord


• Raspberry Pi 4 B,


• Raspberry Pi 400


• Razer Phone 2


• Realme 2 Pro


• Realme 5 Pro


• Realme 6/ 6i /6s/ 6 Pro


• Realme C3


• Realme X2 Pro


• Realme XT


• Samsung Galaxy A10


• Samsung Galaxy A20/ A20e


• Samsung Galaxy A21s


• Samsung Galaxy A30


• Samsung Galaxy A40


• Samsung Galaxy A52 4G


• Samsung Galaxy A72


• Samsung Galaxy Note 8


• Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 Tablet


• Samsung Galaxy Note 10/ 10 Plus/ 10 Plus 5G


• Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 Tablet


• Samsung Galaxy S7/ S7 Edge


• Samsung Galaxy S8/ S8 Plus


• Samsung Galaxy S10e/ S10/ S10 Plus


• Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite


• Sony Xperia 5


• Sony Xperia 10 II


• Sony Xperia XZ Premium


• Mi 5


• Mi 6


• Mi 8 SE


• Mi 9/ 9T/ 9T Pro


• Mi 10/ 10 Lite/ 10T/ 10T Pro/ 10T Lite/ Mi 10i


• Mi 11 Lite 4G/ 11X


• Mi A1


• Mi A2/ A2 Lite


• Mi Mix 3


• Mi Note 10/ 10 Lite


• Mi Pad 4/ 4 Plus


• Poco F1


• Poco F2 Pro


• Poco F3


• Poco X2


• Poco X3/ X3 Pro


• Poco M2 Pro


• Redmi 5


• Redmi 5/ 5 Plus


• Redmi 7


• Redmi K20/ K20 Pro


• Redmi K30/ K30 5G/ K30S/ 30 Pro


• Redmi K40


• Redmi Note 5/ 5 Pro


• Redmi Note 6 Pro


• Redmi Note 7/ 7S/ 7 Pro


• Redmi Note 8/ 8T


• Redmi Note 9S/ 9 Pro/ Pro 5G/ 9 Pro Max


• Redmi 10 Lite


• Redmi Note 9T/ 9 5G


• Redmi Note 10


• Redmi Note 10 Pro/ 10 Pro Max


• Redmi S2


• Redmi Y2


• ZUK Z2 Plus

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Note: Do not forget to take a backup of your important data before proceeding with the installation.

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List of FunctouchOS 13 eligible Vivo smartphones [Android 13]

Android 13 is finally official as the next major update by Google. Now, all the smartphone companies have started deploying the new OS to their eligible flagships. In addition, these brands toss up the version with their customized skin iteration. One such brand is Vivo. If you are one of the enthusiasts who are eager to know if your Vivo phone will get the update, you've landed on the right page. Here is a list of FunctouchOS 13 eligible Vivo smartphones based on Android 13.

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Compared to the other brand, Vivo remains much behind in providing security updates. Although the company has decided to provide three years of Android and security updates to the smartphones launched after July 2021. Based on Vivo's update policy, here is a list of devices that will make it to the Android 13 OS.

FunctouchOS 13 eligible smartphones

The first smartphone by the company to get the Android 13-based FuntouchOS 13 update is Vivo X80 Pro.

• Vivo X80


• Vivo X70


• Vivo X70 Pro


• Vivo X70 Pro Plus


• Vivo X Note


• Vivo X Fold


• Vivo X60t Pro Plus


• Vivo X60


• Vivo X60t


• Vivo X60 Pro


• Vivo X60 Pro Plus


• Vivo S15e


• Vivo Pad


• Vivo Y21G


• Vivo Y01


• Vivo Y33s 5G


• Vivo T1 5G


• Vivo Y33


• Vivo Y75 5G


• Vivo Y55 5G


• Vivo V23 Pro


• Vivo V23 5G


• Vivo Y33t


• Vivo Y21a


• Vivo Y21e


• Vivo Y21t


• Vivo S12 Pro


• Vivo S12


• Vivo Y32


• Vivo Y55s 5G


• Vivo V23e 5G


• Vivo Y76 5G


• Vivo Y54s


• Vivo V23e


• Vivo Y15a


• Vivo Y74s


• Vivo Y76s


• Vivo Y15s


• Vivo Y71t


• Vivo T1x


• Vivo T1


• Vivo Y3s (2021)


• Vivo S10e


• Vivo Y20t


• Vivo Y21s


• Vivo Y33s


• Vivo Y21


• Vivo Y12a


• Vivo S10 Pro


• Vivo S10


• Vivo Y73


• Vivo Y53s 4G


• Vivo V21e 5G


• Vivo Y53s


• Vivo X60s


• Vivo Y52 5G


• Vivo Y12s 2021


• Vivo Y52s t1


• Vivo V21 5G


• Vivo V21


• Vivo V21e


• Vivo Y20s [G]


• Vivo Y30g


• Vivo Y72 5G


• Vivo S9


• Vivo S9e


• Vivo S7t


• Vivo Y31


• Vivo Y31s


• Vivo V20 2021


• Vivo Y51a


• Vivo Y51


• Vivo V20

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Note: This is not an official list. Needless to say, all future releases by the company that comes pre-installed with Android 12 will also get the next-gen OS version.

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Samsung Galaxy A04 officially announced with Exynos 850 SoC

The A-series lineup by Samsung just welcomed a new smartphone— the Galaxy A04. The low-cost 4G smartphone is an entry-level offering that sites over the Galaxy A03. The company has made the smartphone official. However, the pricing details are still under cover. Meanwhile, let's take a look at the device's specifications and features.

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Samsung Galaxy A04 is built around a 6.5-inch HD+ LCD Infinity-V display with a water drop notch cutout at the top center. The panel offers a standard 60Hz refresh rate support. A 5000mAh battery unit keeps the screen lightened up over a USB Type-C port. The power cell makes the device weigh 192 grams and measure 164.4 x 76.3 x 9.1mm.

Under the hood, the smartphone draws power from an octa-core processor based on Exynos 850 SoC. Further, the phone arrives in 4GB/ 6GB/ 8GB of RAM and 32GB/ 64GB/ 128GB internal storage. Also, the memory can be extended up to 1TB via a dedicated micro-SD card slot.

In the shooting department, the Galaxy A04 houses a 5MP lens on the front to serve selfies and video calls. On the back, the phone carries a dual camera module. The setup consists of a 50MP primary unit accompanied by a 2MP sensor to measure depth.

On the software front, the 4G-powered handset boosts Android 12 out of the box along with a layer of OneUI 4.1 Core on top. The other notable features include a 3.5mm headphone jack, Dual-SIM, 4G, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, and GPS.

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Availability and Price

Samsung Galaxy A04 will retail in White, Black, Green, and Copper color options. As mentioned, the pricing details are not yet revealed by the company. We will update the article soon as we get the costing.

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[Update: August 2022 Security Patch] Redmi Note 10T Updates Tracker

Unveiled in July 2021, the Redmi Note 10T draws power from Dimensity 700 SoC. The device features a 6.5-inch IPS LCD screen with corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection layer on top. On the software front, it boosts Android 11 out of the box along with MIUI 12. Further, you get an 8MP selfie camera and a triple rear module on the back. The unit consists of a 48MP primary lens and a couple of 2MP macro and depth sensors. In addition, a 5000 mAh battery with 18W fast charging keeps the handset working.

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Note: This is an update tracker and the page will be updated frequently with the Redmi Note 10T smartphone updates.

Redmi Note 10T Updates Tracker

• [August 24, 2022]: Redmi Note 10 is picking up a new software update that bumps the firmware version to V13.0.3.0.SKSINXM. As of now, the update is rolling out in India, while more markets will also get it in the coming days. The version carries the August 2022 security patch to increase system security. Apart from this, it does not carry any other changes.

Related: Redmi 10 Updates Tracker

As always, the OTA update is having a phase-wise rollout. Accordingly, it will take time to reach every unit. Alternatively, you can head over to Settings > Software updates > Check for the updates to track the build manually.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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