OnePlus 9 duo gets OxygenOS 13 Open Beta update in IN and NA

The OnePlus 9 series has already received the ColorOS 13 Open Beta update in China. As per the latest community post, the duo is getting the OxygenOS 13 Open Beta update in India and North America. While the Android 13-based build will soon be available for the European region as well.

Must see: [Updated] List of OnePlus devices eligible for Android 13 update 

The OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro users in the countries can enroll in the beta program. However, before updating, make sure that your device is updated to the latest OxygenOS 12 version i.e; C.63. Also, keep your device's battery above 30% and a minimum of 4.5 GB of storage space free. Here is what you will experience with the new beta.

Changelog

• Aquamorphic Design
  
  
  
  • Adds Aquamorphic Design theme colors for enhanced visual comfort.
  
  
  • Applies the Aquamorphic Design philosophy to animations to make them natural and vivid.
  
  
  • Adds Shadow-Reflective Clock, with shadow simulating the orientation of the sun and moon.
  
  
  • Adds a Home screen world clock widget to show the time in different time zones.
  
  
  • Upgrades to Quantum Animation Engine 4.0, with a new behavior recognition feature, which recognizes complex gestures and provides optimized interactions.
  
  
  • Optimizes UI layers for a clearer and neater visual experience.
  
  
  • Applies real-world physical motions to animations to make them look more natural and intuitive.
  
  
  • Optimizes the widget design to make information easier and quicker to find.
  
  
  • Optimizes fonts for better readability.
  
  
  • Optimizes system icons by using the latest color scheme to make the icons easier to recognize.
  
  
  • Enriches and optimizes illustrations for features by incorporating multicultural and inclusive elements.
  
  
  
  

• Efficiency
  
  
  
  • Adds Meeting Assistant to enhance the meeting connecting and note-taking experience, and introduces an option to make notifications more subtle and less distracting.
  
  
  • Adds large folders to the Home screen. You can now open an app in an enlarged folder with just one tap and turn pages in the folder with a swipe.
  
  
  • Adds a new type of Always-On Display that shows live information about music, ride-hailing, and food delivery (Supports only some apps).
  
  
  • Adds media playback control, and optimizes the Quick Settings experience.
  
  
  • Adds more markup tools for screenshot editing.
  
  
  • Adds support for adding widgets to the Home screen, making information display more personalized.
  
  
  • Adds Sidebar Toolbox. You can open a floating window inside apps for a smooth operation.
  
  
  • Upgrades Doodle in Notes. You can now draw on graphics to take notes more efficiently.
  
  
  • Optimizes Shelf. Swiping down on the Home screen will bring up Shelf by default. You can search content online and on your device.
  
  
  
  

• Seamless interconnection
  
  
  
  • Optimizes cross-device file transfer, with more file formats and device models supported.
  
  
  • Optimizes Screencast, with cast content automatically adapting to the target screen.
  
  
  • Optimizes earphone connectivity to deliver a more seamless experience.
  
  
  
  

• Personalization
  
  
  
  • Optimizes Bitmoji to offer more Always-On Display animations.
  
  
  • Optimizes Insight Always-On Display, with more personalized Always-On Display settings available.
  
  
  • Optimizes Portrait Silhouette Always-On Display, with more drawing tools and line colors available.
  
  
  
  

• Security & Privacy
  
  
  
  • Adds an automatic pixelation feature for chat screenshots The system can identify and automatically pixelate profile pictures and display names in a chat screenshot to protect your privacy.
  
  
  • Adds regular clearing of clipboard data for privacy protection.
  
  
  • Optimizes Private Safe. The Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) is used to encrypt all files for enhanced security of private files.
  
  
  
  

• Health & Digital wellbeing
  
  
  
  • Adds Kid Space. When in Kid Space, your browser app automatically switches to Kids mode to create a child-friendly space.
  
  
  • Adds Eye comfort in Kid Space to protect children's vision.
  
  
  
  

• Performance optimization
  
  
  
  • Adds Dynamic Computing Engine to improve the system speed, stability, battery life, and app experience.
  
  
  
  

• Gaming experience
  
  
  
  • Upgrades to HyperBoost GPA 4.0 to stabilize the frame rate and balance the performance and power consumption in key scenarios.
  
  
  
  

Related: OnePlus 10 Pro starts receiving stable OxygenOS 13 update

As this is a beta build, it will be loaded with bugs and glitches. Some of these issues are mentioned by the company.

Known Issues

• Carrier version devices (VZW) aren't compatible with the Open beta builds.


• After the flashlight is activated, the notification of the flashlight switch will not be shown on the lock screen.


• There is a possibility that missed call notifications can only be found in the call history if a VoLTE call from an iPhone isn't picked up.

If you have made u your mind, download the official package from the below links and follow the steps.

• OnePlus 9 (IN)


• OnePlus 9 (NA)


• OnePlus 9 Pro (IN)


• OnePlus 9 Pro (NA)

1. Download the latest ROM zip package from the above links


2. Copy the ROM upgrade package to the phone storage.


3. Go to Settings > About device > Version


4. Click on the build number 7 times and enter the password
   This will make you enter developer mode.


5. Go back Settings > About device > Up to date > Click the top right button > Local install > Click on the corresponding installation package > Extract > Upgrade > System upgrade completed to 100%.


6. After the upgrade is complete, click Restart.

For the rollback process and further assistance, visit the official OnePlus community.

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Oppo F21 Pro picks up ColorOS 13 Open Beta update in India

After the Find X3 series, Oppo F21 Pro is now picking up the ColorOS 13 Open Beta update. The users in India can taste the Android 13-based customized skin before its official release for the device. FYI, this will be the first major update as the phone runs Android 12-based ColorOS 12.1 out of the box.

Make sure to visit: Oppo ColorOS 13 update timeline for September 2022

The announcement was made via Oppo's official community forum. As per the post, the Android 13 x ColorOS 13 Beta version kicking off for users in India. While the program will soon expand to other markets as well. The users can apply from Sep. 21, 2022, to Sep 28, 2022.

Initially, the company is recruiting 5000 users in the first batch. Therefore, interested users should apply as soon as possible. Before that, make sure that your F21 Pro is updated to the required A.16 / A.17 version. Thereafter, follow the below steps.

Oppo F21 Pro: How to register for ColorOS 13 Open Beta?

1. Open Settings > About device


2. Tap on the gear icon at the top right of the page


3. Click on Trial versions


4. Fill in your information and tap Apply Now


5. Update About device and select Download Now

The company will review the entry and after application success, the build will hit your device within 3 working days. In case the application quota is already full, please wait for the next round (if there's any). Also, the selected users are expected to report the bugs in the ColorOS community or contact the customer service center directly.

Related: How to download Oppo ColorOS 13 based on Android 13?

As this is a beta version, the package will not be as smooth as a stable build. In fact, it may carry a lot of bugs and some third-party apps might not work as well. Therefore, we do not recommend you flash it on your primary phone. An already known issue quoted by the company is the AOD of Music display malfunction. Lasty, do not forget to take a backup of your data before testing the beta version.

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Xiaomi Civi 2 to launch on September 27, design and specs revealed

Xiaomi unveiled the Civi lineup last year with two models: Xiaomi Civi and Xiaomi Civi 1S. Now, the company has announced the addition of a new device in the series: Xiaomi Civi 2. The new female-focused smartphone will make its debut in China on September 27th at 2 PM local time (11:30 IST). In the meantime, let's take a look at the known key details ad specs.

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Along with the launch timeline, the company also teased the design of the upcoming Xiaomi Civi 2. As per the poster image, it will render an appealing wave-like pattern on the rear side. On the other side, the phone will have a micro-curved edge display with narrow bezels and a center-aligned punch-hole cutout.

According to the rumors, the phone will feature a 6.56-inch OLED display with an FHD+ resolution. The panel will offer a 120Hz refresh rate and an in-display fingerprint sensor. A 4,500 mAh battery will keep the screen lightened up with 67W fast charging support.

Under the hood, the smartphone will draw power from Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 processor. The chipset will be paired with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB of internal storage. On the software front, it will boost Android 12 out of the box along with MIUI 13 on top.



In the optics department, the Xiaomi Civi 2 is likely to carry a triple camera setup with an LED flash. The module can consist of a 50MP main lens, an 8MP ultra-wide sensor, and another 2MP unit. At the front, the handset may house a 32MP snapper to serve selfies and video calls.

Read more: Xiaomi 12T Pro Global Variant hits Geekbench, key specs revealed

The other features can include “special” Vlog modes for the rear camera setup and support for Dolby Vision. As of now, this is all we know about the upcoming Mi device. Anyway, the company is ready to take off the wraps in a week.

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Vivo X Fold+ to launch on September 26 with Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1

Vivo X Fold+ was running around the rumor mills for some time now. Now, the company has officially given it a rest by confirming the launch date of the device. The next-gen foldable from Vivo will make its debut in China on September 26th at 7 PM local time (4:30 IST). Alongside, the tech giant has also shared the first look of the handset. Here is what we know so far.

Make sure to visit: List of Funtouch OS 13 eligible Vivo smartphones [Android 13]

A few months earlier, Vivo launched the Vivo X Fold together with Vivo X Note and Vivo Pad. Now we await the successor foldable which is likely to be an upgrade over the previous model. According to the leaks, the Vivo X Fold+ will feature an 8.03-inch foldable display. Whereas, the cover display will be a 6.53-inch FHD+ AMOLED screen. Although both panels will offer a 120Hz refresh rate.

Under the hood, the device is likely to draw power from Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC. In addition, a 4600 mAh battery is said to keep the system working with 80W fast charging support out of the box. Likewise, it may support 50W wireless charging as well. For software, the phone will come pre-installed with Android 12 along with a layer of Funtouch OS 12 on top.

In terms of optics, the Vivo X Fold+ is anticipated to carry massive a quad-camera setup at the back. The module may include a 50MP primary lens, a 48MP ultrawide unit, a 12MP portrait sensor, and an 8MP periscope snapper. For selfies and video calls, the displays can house 16MP or 32MP shooters.

Read more: New Vivo V2156FA 5G smartphone spotted on TENAA

Lastly, it will retail in Huaxia Red and Blue color options. Also, we can expect Vivo to ship the device outside China in the next few months. In that case, it will run FunTouch OS 12.

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Xiaomi 12T Pro Global Variant hits Geekbench, key specs revealed

Xiaomi is gearing up to unveil the Xiaomi 12T lineup with at least two models: Xiaomi 12T and 12T Pro. 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 Geekbench benchmarking website. The listing reveals some key specs of the device that follows below.

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On the Geekbench database, the Xiaomi 12T Pro can be identified with the 22081212UG model number. The 'G' here indicates this is a Global variant. The phone has a score point of 1300 in the single-core round and 4061 in the multi-core round. Further, the portal reveals some key specs, including processor, Operating system, storage configuration, and more.

Under the hood, the upcoming device will equip an octa-core processor. The chipset will have four cores running at 2.02GHz, three cores running at 2.75GHz, and one prime core running at 3.19GHz. Considering this, it is the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC that will further be paired with Adreno 730 GPU.



In addition, the website confirms an 8GB RAM model of the Xiaomi 12T Pro. However, we can expect the company to introduce multiple storage options. On the software front, it will run Android 12 out of the box. With this operating system, the device is likely to arrive with MIUI 13 skin iteration on top.

Read more: Xiaomi 13 Pro to sport a 6.7-inch Samsung E6 display, claims leak

As for leaks, the Pro model from the series is likely to sport a Full HD+ display with a punch hole cutout and 1220 x 2712 pixels resolution. For optics, we can expect a 20MP front camera and a massive 200MP triple camera module on the back. The other specs can include a 5,000mAh battery, 120W fast charging support, an in-display fingerprint scanner, and Dolby Vision support. Besides, the smartphone was spotted on Google Play Console a couple of months back.

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Realme releases Android 13 Early Access roadmap

When will Android 13 hit my smartphone? Every Android smartphone user is asking this question since Google released the stable version. Well, here's the answer for Realme users. The company has released the timeline for the Android 13 stable rollout. Here is when you will get the new operating system.

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Just like other major mobile brands, Realme will toss up the OS with its own customized skin, Realme UI 4.0. Together, the Android 13 and the skin iteration will bring a lot of customizations, enhanced security and privacy, and provide an overall smoother experience.

Starting from Realme GT 2 Pro, the company plans to upgrade around 30 smartphones before the end of Q3 2023. FYI, the GT 2 Pro was the first device to get to the beta stage. Therefore, it is the first one to hit the stable phase as well. Check out when your device will pick the build

Realme Android 13 Early Access roadmap

August 2022

• Realme GT 2 Pro

September 2022

• Realme GT Neo 3 150W


• Realme GT Neo 3


• Realme GT 2

October 2022

• Realme GT Neo 3T


• Realme 9 Pro+ 5G


• Realme 9 Pro 5G


• Realme 9i 5G

November 2022

• Realme GT


• Realme Narzo 50 Pro 5G


• Realme Narzo 50 5G

December 2022

• Realme GT Neo 2 5G


• Realme X7 Pro


• Realme 8 5G


• Realme Narzo 30 5G

Q1 2023

• Realme GT Master Edition


• Realme 9 5G SE


• Realme 9 5G


• Realme 9 4G


• Realme 9i 4G


• Realme 8 Pro


• Realme 8s 5G

Q2 2023

• Realme 8 4G


• Realme 8i


• Realme Narzo 50

Q3 2023

• Realme Narzo 50A Prime


• Realme C35


• Realme C11


• Realme C30


• Realme Narzo 50i Prime


• Realme C33

Read more: Realme GT Neo 3T launched in India with 80W fast charging at ₹31,999

Note: This timeline is for the first wave of Early Access rollout in India only.

The Android 13 version for the models will be released in batches, while the stable version will be pushed to all users over a period of time. Lastly, the company will add new devices and break down them over the rollout period.

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OnePlus Nord Smartwatch teased officially, launch imminent

The OnePlus Nord Smartwatch is running around the rumor mill for a long time now. The wearable was spotted on Bluetooth SIG and BIS. Also, the color variants are leaked already. Now, the company has officially teased the launch of the upcoming watch. FYI, this will be the first smartwatch under the Nord series in India.

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Now that the OnePlus Nord Smartwatch is officially teased, the launch seems imminent. The punchline of the product is "Get moving." The display image reveals a square-shaped dial which is likely to render a 368×448 pixel resolution display. According to the BIS listing, the device will have Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity onboard.

In terms of features,  the rumors indicates that the fitness will come with components like a heart-rate monitor, sleep tracking, and blood oxygen monitor. Needless to say, it will equip all the standard elements like call alerts, music controls, and call and notification alerts. However, the support for the calling feature might be missing.

Moreover, the OnePlus Nord smartwatch is likely to have a OnePlus N Health app that will keep track of the user’s health. The watch will arrive in three different color options: Black, White, and Gold.  It is

Read more: [Updated] List of OnePlus devices eligible for Android 13 update

As for price range, the company is presumably planning to launch Nord watches under the sub $100 segment. This means the upcoming OnePlus Nord Smartwatch can cost around ₹5000-₹8000. If not, it will obviously be less than ₹15000. Anyway, the unveiling day is not far away!

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Amazfit GTS 4 with 1.75-inch display, 300mAh battery launched in India

Amazfit has introduced a new smartwatch in the Indian market: Amazfit GTS 4. This is the third smartwatch in the GT 4 series, including the GTS 4 Mini and GTR 4. These two models are already launched globally a couple of weeks ago. Here's a look at the specifications, functions, features, and price of the latest wearable.

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Amazfit GTS 4 features a square-shaped dial with a 1.75-inch AMOLED screen. The panel is comes with tempered glass, an anti-fingerprint coating, and a 5ATM water resistance rating. Also, it provides a screen resolution of 390×450 pixels. In addition, it is equipped with a built-in mic and speaker to offer Bluetooth calling and a built-in GPS for real-time tracking and navigation.

For features, the watch offers more than 150 sports modes and watch faces. Moreover, it smartly recognizes the strength training exercises as well. Regarding the health features, the wearable delivers heart rate, blood-oxygen saturation, and stress level metrics.



Furthermore, the Amazfit GTS 4 has a sleep quality monitoring system. That means it details data for deep sleep, light sleep, REM stages, and breathing quality. Besides, there is also storage so that users can listen to offline music.

Other than this, the company packs the device with a 300mAh battery, making it weigh 27 grams. The power cell is rated to last up to 8 days on a single charge. The other features include music control, Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Bluetooth 5.0 BLE, Alexa built-in, fall detection, Zepp OS 2.0, Mini apps, and Zepp app support.

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Price and Availability

The Amazfit GTS 4 is the premium segment of smartwatches in India costing ₹16,999. It is up for pre-order on Amazon and the Amazfit e-store, while the sale will begin on September 22nd. You can buy the watch in Infinite Black, Misty White, and Rosebud Pink color options.

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Vivo Y52t 5G debuts in China with Dimensity 700 SoC for ¥1,299

Vivo is continuously expanding its Y-series range of smartphones in multiple markets. The latest Vivo Y52t 5G is official in China, while we expect it to debut in other regions as well. It is an upgraded version of the Vivo Y52 launched last year. Like other Y-series devices, it is a budget offering. Here is a detailed look at the specifications, price, features, and other details of the new Vivo phone.

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As for specifications, the Vivo Y52t 5G features a 6.56-inch IPS LCD screen with a water drop notch cutout. The panel offers an HD+ resolution, a standard 60Hz refresh rate, and 600 nits of peak brightness.

Under the hood, the phone draws power from an oca core processor based on MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC. The chipset is paired with 8GB RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage. Also, the storage can be extended up to 1TB via a microSD card slot. For software, it runs Android 12-based OriginOS out of the box.

In terms of the camera, the Vivo Y52t 5G carries a dual-camera setup on the back alongside an LED flash. The module consists of a 13MP primary unit and a 2MP secondary sensor. On the other side, there's an 8MP lens to serve selfies and video calls.

In addition, the company ships the device with a 5000 mAh battery that supports 10W charging. The other specs include a USB Type-C port, a 3.5mm headphone jack, dual-SIM (nano), 5G, 4G LTE, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, etc.

Read more: Vivo V25 5G arrives in India with Dimensity 900 SoC, Color-Changing back, and a 4500 mAh battery

Price and Availability

Vivo Y52t 5G retails in three color options – Ice Lake Blue, Coconut Peach, and Black. The device is up to hold via the official Vivo China store and other online retailers. The pricing starts at ¥1,299 for its base 8GB/ 128GB model. On the other hand, the other 8GB/ 26GB version is worth ¥1,499.

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