Monday, April 4, 2022

Samsung Galaxy F13 appears on Geekbench with Exynos 850 SoC and more!

Recently, Samsung added a new smartphone under the F-series— Galaxy F23. It seems like the company is preparing another device to accompany this model. A new smartphone has been spotted on the Geekbench database, which is likely to be the Galaxy F13.

[caption id="attachment_124497" align="aligncenter" width="696"]Galaxy F13 Representative image.[/caption]

Make sure to visit: List of Samsung devices eligible for Android 12L update

The Geekbench benchmarking websites shed light on some key specifications of the Samsung Galaxy F13 ahead of its launch. This includes model number, processor, operating system, and device’s performance unit. The handset has managed to score 156 points in the single-core round and 582 points in the multi-core round.

The Galaxy F13 will bear the model number SM-E135F as per the Geekbench listing. Also, the portal enlists a 4GB RAM model of the budget smartphone, while we can expect Samsung to unveil the device in other storage options as well.



Moreover, a Samsung Exynos chipset is said to power the Galaxy F13 at a peak clock speed of 2.0GHz. The processor here is Exynos 850 SoC. For software, the device will come pre-installed with Android 12 OS tossed with a layer of One UI 4.1 on top.

Unfortunately, the other details about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy F13 are still under wrap. But now that the device has started making an appearance online, we can expect more information to divulge soon. To mention, we expect that the phone could share its features with the recently launched Galaxy A13 4G.
Read more: Samsung Galaxy A73 5G debuts alongside Galaxy A33 5G in India

Realme X7 Pro 5G gets stable Android 12 update based on Realme UI 3.0

The Realme X7 Pro 5G is receiving its second major update. The device was unveiled in September 2020 pre-installed with Android 10 OS. The company is now releasing the stable Android 12 update to Realme X7 Pro along with Realme UI 3.0 on top.

Realme X7 Pro 5G

Must see: Realme Service Centers in Hyderabad

The latest update for the Realme X7 Pro 5G is bundled with the firmware version RMX2121_11_F.06. Before updating, make sure your handset operates the required version RMX2121_11.C.08. As usual, the changelog for this release is feature-enriched and quite immense with all the new features. Take a detailed look below.

Changelog



  • Brand new design

    • The new three-dimensional space design makes the experience simple, easy and burden-free

    • [New] Smart assistant card, providing smart and efficient application cards, key information is clear at a glance, and key functions can be reached at a touch

    • [New] Reconstructed page layout, noise reduction and white space, and differentiated primary and secondary information by color, and the core information is more focused

    • [New] Three-dimensional icon design, introducing new materials, unifying light and shadow and layers, and experiencing the joy of color

    • [Optimization] Quantum animation engine 3.0, centered on “quality”, simulates real physical movement, optimizes 300+ animation details, and brings a more natural interactive experience

    • [Optimization] Richer screen styles, support for real strange cats, and portrait painting AOD, make self-expression more unique



  • Convenient and efficient

    • [New] Sticky note graffiti tool, a personalized record of life

    • [Optimization] Smart sidebar

    • Support intelligent recommendation related functions in the video, shopping, and other scenarios

    • Add a small window shorthand, click to enter the sticky note floating window, and quickly complete the record

    • Added smart subtitles, supports recognition of conference and call voices, generates subtitles in real-time, and supports Chinese-English translation

    • Added drama listening mode, which supports switching to other APP scenarios or the screen lock state to continue listening to video and sound

    • Added recognition of background music, quickly identify background music in short videos and find music without asking for help

    • Added article reading, support one-click reading of WeChat public account, Toutiao, and other information content

    • Added product price comparison, when using shopping software, one-click display of the same good products with good quality and low price

    • [Optimization] Upgrade the Flash window to a free-floating window

    • Added quick switching of floating window status for more convenient interaction

    • Added file management and album support to long-press and drag files or photos to the floating window application

    • [Optimization] Xiaobu’s suggestion, new schedule assistant, intelligent integration of schedule information, one-stop viewing, and management

    • [Optimization] Recording, improving the speed and accuracy of voice-to-text, and reducing waiting time

    • [Optimization] The text bubbles on the SMS conversation page can be double-clicked to enlarge and display, making it easier to extract SMS content



  • Seamless Interconnection

    • [Optimized] Screen sharing

    • One-click switching between the calling party and the receiving party to share screen and control permissions

    • Sensitive notifications such as WeChat, phone calls, text messages can be hidden when sharing the screen



  • Security and Privacy

    • [New] Sharing photos or videos supports erasing location information and shooting data

    • [Optimization] After the phone is lost, it will not be able to be shut down or used through the cloud lock, reducing the risk of data loss

    • [Optimization] Mobile Manager integrates more security and privacy functions such as privacy doubles, password book, emergency call, etc.

    • [Optimization] When the app calls sensitive permissions such as camera, recording, positioning, etc., the status bar icon prompt is more conspicuous

    • [Optimization] Medical emergency card, support to automatically encrypt and transmit the preset medical emergency card information to the emergency center when dialing 120

    • [Optimization] Earthquake warning, new function preview page, new earthquake banner notification reminder with an estimated intensity of 2.0 and below, always warning earthquake information

    • [Optimization] harassment interception, add MMS interception capability, reduce the interruption of spam



  • Performance optimization

    • [New] Intelligently predict frequently used applications and load them in advance, the application opens faster

    • [New] Display the power consumption record in the form of graphs to quickly understand the details of battery consumption

    • [Optimization] When switching WLAN, Bluetooth, airplane mode, NFC, the response speed is faster

    • [Optimization] The loading speed of high-frequency scenes of third-party applications is improved, and browsing Weibo and watching videos is more enjoyable



  • Game

    • [New] When the game resource pack is updated, the game can be switched to the background for updating (only some games are supported)

    • [New] During the game, game skills and game replays will pop up to help you quickly master the gameplay (only some games are supported)

    • [Optimization] In high-load scenarios such as team battles, the game frame rate is more stable

    • [Optimization] Heterogeneous computing reduces the average load of the processor and lowers the game power consumption



  • Camera

    • [New] Customize the order of camera modes to facilitate quick switching to commonly used camera modes

    • [Optimized] Inertial zoom, rear video shooting mode, drag the slider to zoom at a constant speed



  • System

    • [Optimized] Automatic brightness adjustment algorithm, optimized intelligent scene detection, more comfortable to browse the screen



  • Accessibility

    • [Optimization] Accessibility mode

    • Added a visual introduction, and added an image introduction to the function page

    • Optimized function classification, displayed according to visual/auditory/interaction/general classification

    • TalkBack adapts to more system applications such as photo albums, calls, emails, calendars, etc.




The OTA is rolling out in batches and will reach out to you in a short while. Alternatively, head over to Settings > Software update to track the package manually.
Related: Realme X50 Pro 5G gets Android 12 update based on Realme UI 3.0

[Update: Fixes and Optimizations] Realme GT Neo 3 Updates Tracker

In March 2022, Realme officially launched the Realme GT Neo 3 smartphone with a 6.7-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display and a Dimensity 8100 SoC under the hood. For optics, there’s a 50 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP triple rear camera and a 32 MP single front-facing camera. The device boosts Android 12 out of the box along with Realme UI 3.0 on top and is available in up to 256GB/ 12GB RAM storage variants.

Realme GT Neo 3

Must see: Download Realme Link 2.0 Latest Version


Note: This is an updates tracker and will be updated regularly with the Realme GT Neo 3 smartphone updates.

Realme GT Neo 3 Updates Tracker


The updates released for Realme GT Neo 3 are listed below in descending order. The latest build will be placed at the top, followed by the previous release.

  • [April 4, 2022]: Realme GT Neo 3 is receiving its first software update in China on firmware version A.18. The build resolves some glitches and brings several optimizations for Camera, System, and network-related issues.




Changelog

  • Communication

    • Optimize data network and improve the Internet experience

    • Optimize and improve the call connection rate in some scenarios



  • System

    • Optimization to improve system fluency

    • Optimized to improve the charging compatibility of some mobile power sources

    • Fix the problem of abnormal frame insertion in the game

    • Fix the abnormal problem of cloud service password book switch

    • Fixed the issue of album flashback in some scenes



  • Camera

    • Fix the problem of a reddish image in some scenes





As usual, the OTA update is rolling out the update in phases. Thus, it could take a couple of days to reach all the units. Meanwhile, you can also check the update status manually by heading over to Settings > Software updates.
Related: [Update: March 2022 Security Patch] Realme Narzo 10A Updates Tracker

Xiaomi Mi Note 10T/ Pro gets Android 12 based MIUI 13 update in Europe

Xiaomi is deploying the Android 12 OS along with MIUI 13 skin iteration for eligible devices since the beginning of this year. The software reached most of the qualified premium and mid-range devices. The latest smartphone to get the refreshed version of mobile software is Xiaomi Mi Note 10T and 10T Pro.

Mi Note 10T

Make sure to visit: Download MIUI Global App Vault Latest Version [Old Versions Archived]

The latest software is rolling out to the Mi Note 10T and Note 10T Pro users in Europe, while other markets are expected to get the package in the next few weeks. Also, it is currently limited to the Mi Pilot testers via firmware version V13.0.2.0.SJDEUXM weighs 3.3 GB to download.

Concerning changes, the package carries all new features of Android 12 tossed with the modifications of MIUI 13. The changelog further mentions that the apps can now open as floating windows directly from the sidebar. In addition, it enhances privacy by integrating the March 2022 security patch. Refer to the changelog below for precise details.

Changelog


System

  • Stable MIUI based on Android 12

  • Updated Android Security Patch to March 2022. Increased system security.


More features and improvements

  • New: Apps can be opened as floating windows directly from the sidebar

  • Optimization: Enhanced accessibility support for Phone, Clock, and Weather

  • Optimization: Mind map nodes are more convenient and intuitive now


As mentioned, the software is currently a Mi Pilot Tester-exclusive. Accordingly, only the users who are a part of the testing program will get the update. Regardless, it will be accessible to the public users after making sure that there are no critical bugs onboard.
Read more: Xiaomi 12 Pro is officially teased to launch in India soon!

Friday, April 1, 2022

Xiaomi 12 Pro officially teased to launch in India soon!

The Xiaomi 12 series was recently launched in the global markets. The company has now confirmed that the Xiaomi 12 Pro will launch in India soon. A teaser has been dropped by Xiaomi's official account with the tagline “The Showstopper”. However, the exact launch date is not yet revealed. Though it is speculated to debut in the country on April 12.

Xiaomi 12 Pro

Make sure to visit: Specs Comparison: Xiaomi 12 vs Samsung Galaxy S21 FE

Alongside the Xiaomi 12 Pro, the Chinese tech giant could also surprise us with the launch of multiple gadgets. Regardless, take a look at the teaser below.

https://twitter.com/XiaomiIndia/status/1509531374616670210?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1509531374616670210%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fgadgets360.com%2Fmobiles%2Fnews%2Fxiaomi-12-pro-india-launch-teased-timeline-april-leak-specifications-2856074




Xiaomi 12 Pro features a 6.73-inch AMOLED display with a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection. The panel offers a 2K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, 1500nits peak brightness, and HDR10+ certification. A 4,600 mAh powers cell keeps the screen lightened up with 120W fast charging support. In addition, it also supports 50W wireless charging and 10W reverse wireless charging.

For software, the smartphone will boost Android 12 out of the box tossed with MIUI 13 on top. Under the hood, Xiaomi 12 Pro will power Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset integrated with Adreno 730 GPU. The phone will be available in up to 256 GB of storage variant coupled with 12 GB RAM.

For shooting purposes, the selfies and video chats are all on a 32 MP front-facing camera. The rear panel holds a triple-rear camera consisting of a 50 MP primary lens, a 50 MP ultra-wide-angle unit, and a 50 MP portrait sensor. The camera offers a 115° field of view and 2x optical zoom.
Read more: Xiaomi 12 Lite arrives on Geekbench with Snapdragon 778G 5G SoC



Oppo F21 Pro 5G specifications leaked: Snapdragon 695 SoC, 4,500 mAh battery, and more

Oppo is getting ready to unveil the F21 Pro series in India on April 12. Ahead of the official release, we already know what to expect from the device, thanks to the render leaks. Here are some details about the upcoming Oppo F21 Pro 5G in India.

Oppo F21 Pro 5G

Make sure to visit: Download Oppo/ Realme Quick Glance Latest Version [Old Versions Archive]

According to the leaks, the Oppo F21 Pro 5G will feature a 6.43-inch AMOLED display with Full HD+ resolution and a 60Hz refresh rate. It will measure 159.85 x 73.17 x 7.49/7.55 mm in dimensions and weigh around 173 grams. The phone might come with a glowing back design and Dual Orbit light technology. This feature will highlight the rear camera module whenever a notification arrives.

Under the hood, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC could power the Oppo F21 Pro 5G paired with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. For software, the phone will probably come pre-installed with Android 11 along with ColorOS 12 on top.

Oppo F21 Pro 5G

For shooting purposes, the Oppo F21 Pro 5G is likely to house a triple rear camera setup led by a 64 MP unit. The other lenses could be a 2MP macro and a 2MP depth sensor. On the other side, the device is suggested to carry a 16MP front-facing snapper.

Lastly, the device is tipped to pack a 4,500mAh battery that will support 33W fast charging. Also, it will be available in the Rainbow spectrum and Cosmic black color variants in India.
Read more: Oppo Reno 7 Pro 5G gets Android 12 based ColorOS 12 beta application

OnePlus 10 Pro gets its first software update in India with OxygenOS 12 A.11

It's been a day since OnePlus introduced the OnePlus 10 Pro smartphone in India. On the second day, the company is releasing the first software update to elevate the user experience. This release could be a sales technique, but anyway, you will open the new phone with more refinements!

OnePlus 10 Pro

Make sure to visit: Download OnePlus System Launcher Latest Version [Old version archived]

The first software update for the OnePlus 10 Pro in India is bundled with the firmware version NE2211_11.A.11. In addition, a similar build will also roll out to the smartphone units in Europe within a few weeks. The European users can identify the update with version number NE2213_11.A.12.

Talking about changes, the package brings optimizations across the system, including camera and network. Moreover, it resolves the issues where the mobile signals were unstable in certain scenarios. Check out the official changelog below for precise details.

Changelog



  • Camera

    • [Optimized] the speed of focusing for videos shot in SLO-MO mode

    • [Optimized] the quality of taking photos in PORTRAIT mode

    • [Optimized] the white balance effect for the front camera



  • System

    • [Optimized] fingerprint algorithm and improve the success rate of fingerprint unlocking [Optimized] games performance and fluency

    • [Improved] system stability



  • Network

    • [Optimized] timeliness and stability of Wi-Fi connections, enhance Wi-Fi experience

    • [Fixed] the issue of unstable mobile signal in specific scenarios




As usual, the OTA update is rolling out in batches. Initially, it will release to a small percentage of users, while a broader rollout will follow later. The first software update may come pre-installed with your OnePlus 10 Pro. Otherwise, you might receive the notification on day one.
Read more: OnePlus 10R tipped to power Dimensity 8100 SoC, full specifications leaked!

OnePlus 10 Pro goes official in India with Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC for ₹66,999

OnePlus started this year with the launch of the OnePlus 10 Pro smartphone in China. After a couple of months, the handset is finally official in India as well. The device was revealed via a virtual launch event and will go on sale next week. Here's everything about the OnePlus 10 Pro, including specifications and Price.

OnePlus 10 Pro

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The Indian variant of the OnePlus 10 Pro is built around a 6.7-inch QHD+ AMOLED screen with a second-gen LTPO panel. The display offers a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass Victus, a screen resolution of 1440 x 3612 pixels, a maximum 120Hz refresh rate, and an Always-on-Display mode.

Under the helm, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC powers the OnePlus 10 Pro paired with up to 12 GB RAM and 256 GB of internal storage. On the software front, the device comes pre-installed with OxygenOS 12 based on Android 12.

For optics, the OnePlus 10 Pro houses a triple rear camera setup led by a 48 MP main sensor. Accompanying this is a 50MP ultra-wide unit and an 8MP telephoto snapper. The selfies and video chats are all on the single 32MP front-facing shooter. In addition, this is a Hasselblad collaboration offering a 150-degree FoV, 3.3x optical zoom, dual optical image stabilization (OIS), 12-bit RAW, HDR, Movie mode, RAW Pro mode, and the OnePlus Billion colors feature.

OnePlus 10 Pro

Moreover, the smartphone ships with a 5,000 mAh battery that supports 80W SuperVOOC fast charging and 50W AirVOOC wireless charging. OnePlus claims that the 10 Pro will take about 32 minutes to get fully charged over the Type-C port.

Furthermore, the other specifications include Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, 2 x 2 MIMO, dual-band Wi-Fi, O-haptics, HyperBoost mode, VoLTE, VoWiFi, dual stereo speaker setup, alert slider, X-axis linear motor, and an in-display fingerprint scanner.

Availability and Price 


OnePlus 10 Pro will be available on Amazon from April 5 in Volcanic Black and Emerald Forest (Green) color options. The base 8GB + 128GB variant of the device is worth ₹66,999, while the upper 12GB + 256GB model costs ₹71,999.
Read more: OnePlus 10R tipped to power Dimensity 8100 SoC, full specifications leaked!

Realme X50 Pro 5G gets Android 12 update based on Realme UI 3.0

Realme X50 Pro 5G is a 2021 flagship that came pre-installed with Android 10 OS. After adapting to Android 11, the smartphone is now ready to get the Android 12 update based on Realme UI 3.0.

Realme X50 Pro 5G
Must see: Realme Service Centers in Jaipur

The latest update for the Realme X50 Pro 5G is rolling out in China with firmware version RMX2071_11_F.04. The package will also be available for the global markets soon. For changes, Realme has published a feature enriched changelog that you can see below. With all new modifications, the build also improves privacy by integrating the March 2022 security patch.

Changelog



  • Brand new design

    • The new three-dimensional space design makes the experience simple, easy and burden-free

    • [New] Smart assistant card, providing smart and efficient application cards, key information is clear at a glance, and key functions can be reached at a touch

    • [New] Reconstructed page layout, noise reduction and white space, and differentiated primary and secondary information by color, and the core information is more focused

    • [New] Three-dimensional icon design, introducing new materials, unifying light and shadow and layers, and experiencing the joy of color

    • [Optimization] Quantum animation engine 3.0, centered on “quality”, simulates real physical movement, optimizes 300+ animation details, and brings a more natural interactive experience

    • [Optimization] Richer screen styles, support for real strange cats and portrait painting AOD, make self-expression more unique



  • Convenient and efficient

    • [New] Sticky note graffiti tool, personalized record of life

    • [Optimization] Smart sidebar

    • – Support intelligent recommendation related functions in video, shopping and other scenarios

    • – Add a small window shorthand, click to enter the sticky note floating window, and quickly complete the record

    • – Added smart subtitles, supports recognition of conference and call voices, generates subtitles in real time, and supports Chinese-English translation

    • – Added drama listening mode, which supports switching to other APP scenarios or the screen lock state to continue listening to video and sound

    • – Added recognition of background music, quickly identify background music in short videos, and find music without asking for help

    • – Added article reading, support one-click reading of WeChat public account, Toutiao and other information content

    • – Added product price comparison, when using shopping software, one-click display of the same good products with good quality and low price

    • [Optimization] Upgrade the Flash window to a free floating window

    • – Added quick switching of floating window status for more convenient interaction

    • – Added file management and album support to long press and drag files or photos to the floating window application

    • [Optimization] Xiaobu’s suggestion, new schedule assistant, intelligent integration of schedule information, one-stop viewing and management

    • [Optimization] Recording, improve the speed and accuracy of voice-to-text, and reduce waiting time

    • [Optimization] The text bubbles on the SMS conversation page can be double-clicked to enlarge and display, making it easier to extract SMS content



  • Seamless Interconnection

    • [Optimized] Screen sharing

    • – One-click switching between the calling party and the receiving party to share screen and control permissions

    • – Sensitive notifications such as WeChat, phone calls, text messages can be hidden when sharing the screen



  • Security and Privacy

    • [New] Sharing photos or videos supports erasing location information and shooting data

    • [Optimization] After the phone is lost, it will not be able to be shut down or used through the cloud lock, reducing the risk of data loss

    • [Optimization] Mobile Manager integrates more security and privacy functions such as privacy doubles, password book, emergency call, etc.

    • [Optimization] When the app calls sensitive permissions such as camera, recording, positioning, etc., the status bar icon prompt is more conspicuous

    • [Optimization] Medical emergency card, support to automatically encrypt and transmit the preset medical emergency card information to the emergency center when dialing 120

    • [Optimization] Earthquake warning, new function preview page, new earthquake banner notification reminder with estimated intensity of 2.0 and below, always warning earthquake information

    • [Optimization] harassment interception, add MMS interception capability, reduce the interruption of spam



  • Performance optimization

    • [New] Intelligently predict frequently used applications and load them in advance, the application opens faster

    • [New] Display the power consumption record in the form of graphs to quickly understand the details of battery consumption

    • [Optimization] When switching WLAN, Bluetooth, airplane mode, NFC, the response speed is faster

    • [Optimization] The loading speed of high-frequency scenes of third-party applications is improved, and browsing Weibo and watching videos is more enjoyable



  • Game

    • [New] When the game resource pack is updated, the game can be switched to the background for updating (only some games are supported)

    • [New] During the game, game skills and game replays will pop up to help you quickly master the gameplay (only some games are supported)

    • [Optimization] In high-load scenarios such as team battles, the game frame rate is more stable

    • [Optimization] Heterogeneous computing reduces the average load of the processor and lowers the game power consumption



  • Camera

    • [New] Customize the order of camera modes to facilitate quick switching to commonly used camera modes

    • [Optimized] Inertial zoom, rear video shooting mode, drag the slider to zoom at a constant speed



  • System

    • [Optimized] Automatic brightness adjustment algorithm, optimized intelligent scene detection, more comfortable to browse the screen



  • Accessibility

    • [Optimization] Accessibility mode

    • – Added a visual introduction, and added an image introduction to the function page

    • – Optimized function classification, displayed according to visual/auditory/interaction/general classification

    • – TalkBack adapts to more system applications such as photo albums, calls, emails, calendars, etc.




In case the OTA update does not hit your device, visit Settings > Software update to track it manually.
Related: Realme Q3 Pro starts receiving the new Realme UI 3.0