Poco F5 5G to equip Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, key specs leaked

After the launch of Poco F4 earlier this year, the company is reportedly working to unveil the successor variant: Poco F5 5G. However, as always, there are no official words yet. Although, the key specifications of the upcoming F-series iteration have managed to leak online. It is likely to be a rebranded version of the Redmi K60 5G, which will make its debut next year.

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As said, the handset will first make its entry in China as Redmi K60 5G, later followed by the other markets as Poco F4 5G. As revealed by the IMEI database, the upcoming Poco smartphone will bear the model number 23013PC75G/I in the Global and Indian markets respectively. Whereas, the Redmi K60 in the domestic market will be marked with the 23013RK75C model number.

In addition, the reports disclose the codename “Mandrian” for the approaching 5G handset. Further, the rumors have claimed to know the display and processor details.

As per leaks, the Poco F4 5G will feature an AMOLED display. The panel can offer a 2K resolution of 1440 x 3200 pixels, making it the first Poco smartphone to do so. Besides, it can provide a 120Hz refresh rate and 1000 nits of brightness as well. Under the hood, it is tipped to draw power from an octa-core processor based on Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1.

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Considering the model numbers, the Redmi device will launch in China early next year. While the Poco F4 5G will debut afterward. As of now, this is all we know about the upcoming smartphones. The rest of the specs, including the camera, battery, and more are still under wraps.

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Nokia T10 LTE Tablet with UniSoC T606 SoC launched in India for ₹12,799

India is marking the launch of a new budget tablet: the Nokia T10 LTE. To recall, HMD Global unveiled the Nokia T10 tablet a few weeks ago. The device offers decent specs at an affordable price and a big screen, obviously. Here's a closer look at the specification, features, prices, and other details of the latest Nokia handset.

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At the front, the Nokia T10 LTE features an 8-inch LCD display with a punch-hole cutout at the top center. The panel offers a screen resolution of 1280 × 800 pixels and a 16:10 aspect ratio. In addition, a 5250 mAh battery keeps the screen lightened up with 10W charging support.

Under the hood, it draws power from an octa-core processor based on UniSoC T606. The chipset is integrated with Mali G57 GPU and coupled with up to 4GB RAM and 64GB of internal storage. Also, the storage can be expanded via a dedicated microSD card slot.

On the software front, the Nokia T10 LTE boosts Android 12 out of the box. The company has promised to deliver five years of updates. Out of which two will be major Android versions and the other three years of Android security patches.

In terms of optics, there's an 8MP camera at the back alongside an LED flash. For selfies and video calls, the front notch houses a 2MP sensor. The other notable specs include a USB Type-C port, stereo speaker setup with OZO audio support, and IPX2 rating, making it splash-resistant.

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Nokia T10 LTE: Availability and Price

Nokia T10 LTE will go on sale starting October 15 in Ocean Blue color. You can buy the device via the official company's store and other major e-commerce portals. It costs ₹12,799 for its base 3GB/32GB variant. Whereas, the upper 4GB/ 64GB model costs ₹13,999.

 

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Chromecast with Google TV (4K) is now available in more countries

Google Chromecast with Google TV (4K) streaming device was unveiled in 2020 alongside the Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G. It's been a long time since the launch, and still, the two-year-old device is not yet available in all countries. Well, after the launch of Chromecast with Google TV (HD), the company is extending the availability of the predecessor as well.

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As you already know, Chromecast with Google TV (4K) can convert a non-smart TV into a smart TV. It supports streaming up to 4K content resolution at 60 frames per second. The vision formats supported with this are Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, and HLG. Further, the users will be able to enjoy content in Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, and Dolby Atmos via HDMI passthrough Audio formats.

To recall, the streaming stick was only available in the US at the time of launch. Now, the company is planning to deliver the old stick to a group of countries. This includes Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, United Kingdom, United States, South Korea, New Zealand, Hong Kong, and Portugal.

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The users in the newly joined markets will get a short remote out of the box along with the other necessities. The controlling unit will offer buttons to access major platforms directly, including Netflix and Youtube. Also, it is equipped with Google Assistant which will listen to your voice commands. Like the other firesticks, it will come pre-loaded with a few apps like Netflix, Prime, and so on. In case you want more of such apps, head to the Google Play store. However, keep in mind that the device ships with 8GB storage capacity, out of which only 4GB remains available for app installations.

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Realme 9 Pro+ picks up Realme UI 4.0 beta based on Android 13

Realme is finally extending the Android 13 beta beyond the GT-series smartphones. So far, the company has been testing the Android version on Realme GT 2 Pro, Realme GT 2, and Realme GT Neo 3. The next device to pick up the Realme UI 4.0 beta is Realme 9 Pro+, making it the first budget handset to join the beta group.

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The Android 13-based Realme UI 4.0 beta for the Realme 9 Pro+ 5G is currently rolling out in India. Other countries could join the program in the coming weeks. The users can identify the build via the firmware version RMX3392_11_C.01, which weighs around 5.22GB to download.

As for changes, the package brings a new aquamorphic design and other things, including Home Screen, media playback control, and new widgets. In addition, it upgrades to HyperBoos GPA 4.0, improving the gaming experience. These changes are not limited to this. To know the precise features, check out the changelog below.

Changelog

• Aquamorphic Design
  
  
  
  • Adds Aquamorphic Design theme colours for enhanced visual comfort.
  
  
  • Applies the Aquamorphic Design philosophy to animations to make them natural and vivid.
  
  
  • Adds Shadow-Reflective Clock, with shadows to simulate 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 behaviour recognition feature, which recognises complex gestures and provides optimised interactions.
  
  
  • Optimises UI layers for a clearer and neater visual experience.
  
  
  • Applies real-world physics to animations to make them look more natural and intuitive.
  
  
  • Optimises the widget design to make information easier and quicker to find.
  
  
  • Optimises fonts for better readability.
  
  
  • Optimises system icons by using the latest colour scheme to make the icons easier to recognise.
  
  
  • Enriches and optimises illustrations for features by incorporating multicultural and inclusive elements.
  
  
  
  


• Efficiency
  
  
  
  • 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 media playback control, and optimises the Quick Settings experience.
  
  
  • Adds more markup tools for screenshot editing.
  
  
  • Adds support for adding widgets to the Home screen, making information display more personalised.
  
  
  • Optimises Shelf. Swiping down on the Home screen will bring up Shelf by default. You can search content online and on your device.
  
  
  
  


• Security & privacy
  
  
  
  • Optimises Private Safe. The Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) is used to encrypt all files for enhanced security of private files.
  
  
  • Health & Digital wellbeing
  
  
  • Adds Eye comfort in Kid Space to protect children’s vision.
  
  
  
  


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

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If the new features interest you, registered for Early Access Bet first. Thereafter, head to Settings > About device. Subsequently, click on the Realme UI icon and tap Download & install. Before applying, make sure that your device is charged above 60%.

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One UI 5.0 to be officially announced at SDC 2022 tomorrow

Starting with the Galaxy S22 series, Samsung initiated the One UI 5.0 Beta Program two months ago. So far, the Galaxy S21 and Galaxy A52 have joined the update list. In the latest development, the Korean tech giant will finally announce the Android 13-based skin iteration officially tomorrow at the Samsung Developer Conference 2022.

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As announced by the company's website, it will officially talk about One UI 5.0 during Samsung Developer Conference 2022. All the features, philosophy, UI/UX design, compatible smartphones, and more details will be revealed during the event. In that case, we can expect the stable One UI 5.0 release after the keynote. Needless to say, the Galaxy S22 series will be the first one to hit the phase. To recall, the lineup is already running the fourth beta version.

As far as features are concerned, the Android 13-based One UI 5.0 will bring a revamped UI that will play with the notification design as well. The Color Palette feature introduced with Android 12 is now more customizable. In addition, the animations and transitions and smoother than ever before.

Moreover, Smart Widgets are replaced with Stacked Widgets, making them easier to use. Also, security is improved by accumulating all of your accounts, passwords, security, and privacy features into one screen. Further, you can set different ringtones for each contact. Besides, there's an amazing feature called OCR (Optical Character Recognition) which will let users copy text from an image and keyboard.

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Other than that, the One UI 5.0 also plays around with quick setting toggles, permissions pop-up menus, and more. Likewise, there are new multitasking features, improved sound and vibration, a new Connected Devices section, a UWB toggle, and a lot more

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Google's Gboard latest update brings Android tablet layout

At the Google I/O 2022, the company announced that it will update its stock apps with a UI design specially crafted for large-screen devices. Adhering to its words, the tech giant has started upgrading the Gboard app on Android tablets that optimize the UI. However, the update is currently in the beta phase.

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The latest large-screen-optimized UI for Android tablets is a part of Gboard 12.3 beta. When we say, new UI, it means the keyboard is less stretched out and more taller by default. Also, the background and keys are squares instead of rectangles, making it earlier to tap. On the other hand, while in portrait mode, the touch keys will get thin. Although the layout remains the same.

Moreover, the first two rows on the left houses Tab and Caps Lock keys. If you want to hide the keyboard, head to the bottom-right corner. At the right, there's a Search/ Enter key inside a pill shade button. In addition, you get the Left/Right arrow keys, Comma, as well as the Period button shifted to the third row.

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Furthermore, the top strip now shows more suggestions. It now allows one more shortcut. The microphone button is not aligned to the right side anymore. For Emojis, look at the left side of the Space bar.

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These Gboard changes by Google are specially optimized for tablets and other large screens devices. It will make it more productive and easy to use. The beta version is available to download from the Play Store. While we expect the company to make it available for the wider public in the coming weeks. Lastly, we can see more apps getting friendly for large screens soon.

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MediaTek Dimensity 1080 SoC is ready to power mid-range 5G phones

MediaTek has announced the Dimensity 1080 processor whits sits over the Dimensity 920 SoC. Although is a watered-down version of the MediaTek Dimensity 1050. That implies the new chipset is 5G-ready. The company says that it will start hitting in Q4 2022 to power the upcoming mid-range smartphones. In the meantime, let's take a closer look at the details of the latest processor.

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The Dimensity 1080 SoC is a 6nm octa-core chipset manufactured by TSMC. It features two ARM Cortex-A78 cores clocked at up to 2.6 GHz and six Cortex-A55 cores at up to 2.0 GHz. Also, it is integrated with the Mali-G68 MC4 unit to control graphics. In terms of storage, it supports LPDDR5 RAM and two-lane UFS 3.1.

In addition, it includes MediaTek's HyperEngine 3.0 networking engine as well. That means if your phone is dual SIM, it will allow users to play games on one 5G-enabled SIM and answer phone calls via the other.

Concerning cameras, the respective companies can deploy up to 200MP sensors with Dimensity 1080 SOC, that too with no shutter lag. The unit will support quad-camera concurrency and 4K HDR video recording.

For display, smartphones equipped with the new processor will feature a Full HD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Furthermore, the connectivity options will include Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, and dual 5G with dual standby.

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As mentioned, we can see the smartphones running on Dimensity 1080 chipset before this year ends. The Redmi Note 12 series is likely to be one of the first devices to do so. In that case, we can see the processor's performance in November.

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[Update: September 2022 Security Patch] Redmi Pad Updates Tracker

The Redmi Pad was unveiled in October 2022 with MediaTek Helio G99 SoC under the hood. The device features a 90Hz 10.61-inch 2K resolution display backed up with an 8000 mAh battery. It boosts Android 12 out of the box along with a layer of MIUI 13 on top. For optics, there's an 8MP camera at the back and an 8MP lens on the front. Here on this page, we have created a list of updates the company released for the Redmi Pad since its launch.

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Note: This page will be updated in descending order with every build released for the Redmi Pad.

Redmi Pad Updates Tracker

• [October 11, 2022]: Redmi Pad is picking up a new software update with the September 2022 Security Patch. The build is rolling out in the European and global markets with firmware versions V13.1.2.0.SLYEUXM and V13.1.4.0.SLYMIXM respectively. Besides increasing system security, it does not carry any other changes.

Read more: Redmi Note 8 (2021) Updates Tracker

As always, the update is rolling out in a phase-wise manner. Accordingly, the users may have to wait a while to get the build. 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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Best Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro Cases and Covers

Google has finally unwrapped one of the best Android smartphones of the year: Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro. Although Pixel phones are durable, thanks to the Gorilla Glass Victus protection and an IP68 rating. But for the safe side, every phone needs to be protected from external damage as well. For that, there are back covers or cases. Now, that the smartphones are ready to ship, you might as well start looking for the safest cover too.

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Needless to say, there is no limit when it comes to choosing different types of covers for a smartphone. So is the case with the Pixel 7 series. Let's agree this is all clumsy people need. As said, there are plenty of options to choose from across different categories. So, the user can choose a cover that suits his type.

• Let's talk about the most trusted brand by Google itself, Spigen. It is the official Made for Google partner. The company provides thin cases, rugged cases, and transparent cases as well. Take a look at their collection below and choose from a variety of colors and types.

Buy Spigen Pixel 7 Series Cover

• Another such option is Dbrand. If you think you've heard that name before, it's because it is known for trolling on Twitter. It offers quality covers with a tight grip that will not leave your Pixel 7 or Pixel 7 Pro unassisted.

Buy Dbrand Pixel 7 grip case

Buy Dbrand Pixel 7 Pro grip case

• As an extra safeguard measure, there's a SPIDERCASE cover. This is exactly what you need if you are more of an outgoing or adventurous person. The case comes with
  

  Tempered Glass Screen Protector and Camera Lens Protector as well. In addition, it has a Built-in Kickstand which will protect your phone from splash, scratches, and bumps. Moreover, it features a built-in metal ring that can stand can rotate to 360°, making it easier to watch videos or navigate routes. The best part is that it comes with a lifetime warranty.

  
  

Buy SPIDERCASE for Google Pixel 7

• Besides, you can check the best-selling cases and covers for Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro from Amazon. The prices start from $7 only for the vanilla model, while for the Pro model, you have to spend at least $9.

Bestsellers: Pixel 7 Cases

Bestsellers: Pixel 7 Pro Cases

• If you want to shield your device and flaunt it at the same time, you should go for Ringke cases. The covers are available in vibrant shades that are impossible to resist like, Lemongrass or Hazel hues. Check them out from the button below.

Buy Ringke cover for Pixel 7 series

• Another company that has partnerships with Google for cases is Bellroy. The company provides Leather cases with a slim profile. There are six different colors to choose from as you can see below.

Buy Bellroy Leather case

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• Lastly, you can also see the official cover and cases by the company itself from here.

We hope that you have selected your best buy for Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro covers. Also, do not forget to drop your recommendation in the comments section below.

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Xiaomi 13 series display sizes revealed in render leaks

We could possibly see new flagship smartphones from Xiaomi before this year ends: Xiaomi 13 series. The upcoming family will include three members: Xiaomi 13, Xiaomi 13 Pro, and Xiaomi 13 Ultra. In the latest news, the leaks have revealed the display sizes of the Mi 13 and Mi 13 Pro. However, the details about the top-tier model did not manage to peek out.

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According to the latest leaks, the vanilla Xiaomi 13 will feature around a 6.38 inches screen size. Also, the panel can offer a Full HD+ resolution. On the other hand, the Pro model is tipped to come with a 6.73-inch display with a QHD+ resolution. To recall, this is the same screen we've seen on the Xiaomi 12 Pro. Besides, the lineup can use a Samsung E6 substrate flexible screen with narrow bezels and a micro-curved design on both sides with a 120Hz refresh rate.

However, the display specs are just a part of the leaks. The company did not make any official announcement yet. In addition, the rumor suggests the presence of Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC under the hood of the Xiaomi 13 series. Moreover, the company can also equip an upgraded Surge P1 chip for more effective power management. On the software front, the devices are likely to come pre-installed with Android 13 OS along with MIUI 14 skin iteration on top.

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Furthermore, the tech giant is also partnering up with Leica to provide a premium camera experience on Xiaomi 13 series. Another leak reveals that the lineup will support 120W fast charging, 50W wireless charging, and 10W reverse wireless charging. However, the battery capacity remains undercover. But we expect it to be around 4600mAh.

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Oppo ColorOS 13 Beta update roadmap for October 2022

Like the other major smartphone brand, Oppo has also prepared its customized skin based on the latest Android 13 operating system. The skin is labeled as “ColorOS 13- Inspiration ahead: Smart and Connected.” As we already know, before hitting the stable phase, the builds are usually tested under beta versions. On that note, the Chinese tech giant has prepared ColorOS 13 Beta update roadmap for October 2022.

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As far as features are concerned, ColorOS 13 packs a bunch of them. This includes Aquamorphic Design, new AOD styles, multi-connect, customization options, blossom wallpaper, notification panel, Meeting Assistant, Kid Space, improved privacy & security, and a lot more. However, some applications might not work with ColorOS 13.

This month, Oppo plans to test the Android 13 beta package for 15 smartphones. Out of which, three devices, including Find X3 Pro, Reno 8 Pro, and F21 Pro are already under the beta phase. In addition, the Find X5 and X5 Pro have picked up the stable update already. Check if your Oppo handset is entitled to get the ColorOS 13 beta.

ColorOS 13 Beta update roadmap for October 2022

Beta Version

• Ongoing
  
  
  
  • Oppo Find X3 Pro
  
  
  • Oppo Reno 8 Pro 5G
  
  
  • Oppo F21 Pro
  
  
  
  


• October 14
  
  
  
  • Oppo Reno 8 5G (India)
  
  
  • Oppo K10 5G (India)
  
  
  • Oppo A77 5G (the UAE)
  
  
  
  


• October 18
  
  
  
  • Oppo Reno 7Z 5G (Indonesia)
  
  
  • Oppo F21 Pro 5G (India)
  
  
  
  


• October 21
  
  
  
  • Oppo K10 (India)
  
  
  • Oppo A96 (India)
  
  
  • Oppo A76 (India)
  
  
  
  


• October 26
  
  
  
  • Oppo Reno 7 (Indonesia)
  
  
  
  


• October 28
  
  
  
  • Oppo Reno 7 Pro (India)
  
  
  • Oppo Reno 7 5G (India)
  
  
  • Oppo Reno 6 5G (India)
  
  
  
  

Official Version

• October 28
  
  
  
  • Oppo Find X5 Pro
  
  
  • Oppo Find X5
  
  
  
  

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Important: Keep in mind that this timeline is subject to change depending on the device model, country, and carriers. Also, it will be released on a batch-by-batch basis.

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‘Google Pixel Watch Services’ has made it to the Play Store

Yesterday at the Made by Google event'22, the company unwrapped its next line of hardware. This includes the first wearable developed by the brand itself: the Pixel smartwatch. Today, the tech giant has added one more service to its list on the Play Store. The new ‘Google Pixel Watch Services’ is here to support the Pixel watch's health capabilities.

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The latest Google Pixel Watch Services has a generic settings gear app icon. Moreover, the description reads, “provides your watch with improved algorithms for sensor processing.” The first version of the app is 1.0.9139874 which does not deliver any such improvements or system updates as of now.

As per James Park, the “Pixel Watch uses a combination of on-device machine learning and deep optimization, down to the processor level, to give you an accurate measurement of your heart rate continuously at once per second.” Well, thanks to the Exynos 9110 SoC and Cortex M33 co-processor under the hood, the watch will monitor heart health more accurately.

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In fact, Fitbit and Google’s integration is claimed to be the “most accurate heart rate tracking yet.” In addition, it is said to “track heart rate like time.” The machine's development has made it to “pull all the common patterns both in everyday life during their everyday exercises, learn to reject the noise, and in the end generate an accurate heart rate.”

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In other news, the Pixel Watch will also get the "Fall Detection" feature next year. It will sense the accident automatically and alert emergency services as required.

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Download Pixel 7 ‘Natural Elements’ ringtones for all Pixel smartphones

Since its launch yesterday, the tech geeks are trying to explore the new features that come packed with Google Pixel 7 series. Well, thanks to the company, one such trait is now rolling out for all Pixel devices. On that note, the latest update for the Google Sound app brings a new collection of “Natural Elements” ringtones that debuted on Pixel 7.

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Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro introduce a new collection of ringtones, notification sounds, and alarms labeled as “Natural Elements.” The tunes are bold as they are a collection of Retro Riffs with an electronic touch.

Talking about the new ringtones, there's a sound of a hanging chime on a windy day called “Garden Breeze.” In addition, “Night Song” is the sound of crickets chittering. While there are more musical options like “Cloud Drift”, “Dusty Plain”, and more.

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Heading to the notification tones, the new additions like “Twang”, “Chord”, and more is a collection of short strum sounds of guitar, rattling/sizzling, and air (“Swoosh”). Moving forth, alarm tones are a collection of natural sounds that are gentle and soft. This includes the sounds of piano, chirping crickets, birds, water, croaking frogs, and more.

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All in all, there are 12 ringtones, 12 notification sounds, and 12 alarm sounds, making it a total of 36. The Google Sound update with version 3.0 (472386834) brings all of them to your existing Pixel smartphone. You can directly download the build via the Play Store app or tap the button at the bottom of the page.

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As of now, the Google sounds update has started hitting the Pixel 6 Pro, while more phones could get access to the version in the coming days. Lastly, you can try downloading the update from the button below.

Download Google Sounds app

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Moto E32 with Helio G37 SoC goes official in India for ₹10,499

The Lenovo-owned company has unveiled a new E-series smartphone in the Indian market: the Moto E32. As you might have guessed, the device is a budget offering. Likewise, it is a 4G-powered phone. It packs everything we expect from an entry-level device. For more price details, take a look at the specification, features, price, and other details.

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The Moto E32 is built around an IPS LCD screen meaning 6.5-inches. The panel offers a 90Hz refresh rate, a 20:9 aspect ratio, and 268ppi pixel density. Also, there's a center-aligned punch-hole cutout that houses an 8MP lens to serve selfies and video calls.

At the back, there's a vertically placed dual camera unit. Precisely, it is a 50MP primary snapper along with a 2MP sensor to measure depth. For security and biometrics, the phone carries a side-mounted fingerprint reader and face unlock feature.



Moreover, the Moto E32 draws power from an octa-core processor based on MediaTek Helio G37 SoC under the hood. Further, the chipset is integrated with PowerVR GE8320 GPU and paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. In addition, the memory can be expanded up to 1TB via a dedicated microSD card slot.

On the software front, it boosts Android 12 out of the box. Fortunately, the company has promised that the budget phone will get one major OS upgrade and two years of monthly security updates.



Moreover, the company ships the Moto E32 with a 5000 mAh battery, making it weigh 185g. The power cell supports 10W charging over a USB Type-C port. The other notable specs include a water-repellent design, a single speaker, Bluetooth 5.0, and 2.4GHz & 5GHz Wi-Fi

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Price and Availability

The Moto E32 arrives in a single configuration of 4GB RAM and 64GB of internal storage. It costs ₹10,499. The handset is available for purchase via Flipkart in Iceberg Blue and Cosmic Black color options. As for launch offers, the buyers can get a discount of ₹500 via HDFC Bank Cards.

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Comparing partners: Google Pixel 7 vs Google Pixel 7 Pro

The Made by Google'22 event unwrapped multiple devices, including the Pixel 7 series. The lineup includes two smartphones— Google Pixel 7 and Google Pixel 7 Pro. Needless to say, the Pro variant is an upgrade over the vanilla model. The smartphones were a part of leaks before their release. Now that the dust is removed from the devices, let’s compare the partners based on their specifications and performance.

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Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are the first phones to run Android 13 out of the box. Under the hood, they both run Tensor G2, Google’s new Tensor chipset. The processor offers users helpful & personalized features for photos, videos, security, and speech recognition. Further, it is integrated with Mali-G710 MC10.

To make the comparison easy for you, we have portrayed a table displaying all the specs. Also, you can directly search for an aspect like camera, display, and more.

Pixel 7 vs Pixel 7 Pro

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If you are looking to get your hands on either of the new Pixel smartphones, we hope that you have made your choice by now. Also, do not forget to share your opinion in the comment box below.

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[Update: System improvements] Xiaomi 12T Series Updates Tracker

In Q3 2022, the Chinese tech giant took the wraps off the Xiaomi 12T Series. The lineup includes two smartphones: Xiaomi 12T and Xiaomi 12T Pro. The difference between the two models is in terms of camera and processor. The vanilla phone equips Dimensity 8100-Ultra, while the Pro variant runs on Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. In addition, the top-tier Xiaomi 12T Pro is the first device to carry a massive 200MP rear camera sensor. On the contrary, both devices feature a 6.67-inch AMOLED display. Likewise, they boost Android 12-based MIUI 13 out of the box. Further, a 5000 mAh battery keeps the system working. For more precise details, visit our dedicated article.

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Xiaomi 12T Series Updates Tracker

• [October 7, 2022]: Xiaomi 12T is getting an update in the Global market with the firmware version V13.0.4.0.SLQMIXM. The build does not carry any major changes. Although it does optimizes the system performance. In addition, it improves the system's security and stability.

Changelog:
(Other)
Optimized system performance
Improved system security and stability

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The OTA update will be pushed in different batches and may take some time to reach all the users. Alternatively, you can navigate to Settings  > Software Update > Check for the Update to manually track the package.

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Nokia G11 Plus with Unisoc T606 SoC launched in India for ₹12,499

HMD Global has silently unveiled a new G-series smartphone in India: the Nokia G11 Plus. The device went live on the Nokia India website as a budget offering. Needless to say, the listing reveals its key specifications. To recall, the phone was launched in the global market back in June. Here's a closer look at the India model of the handset.

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The main highlight of the Nokia G11 Plus is that it will "offer a bloatware-free Android experience" as claimed by the company. It boosts Android 12 out of the box. Besides, the brand has promised to prove two major Android upgrades and three years of monthly security updates.

At the front, the smartphone is built around a 6.5-inch LCD display with a waterdrop notch cutout. The panel offers an HD+ resolution, a 90Hz refresh rate, and a 180Hz touch sampling rate. Also, it is IP52-rated, making it splash-resistant. For security and biometrics, there's a side-mounted fingerprint scanner and a Face Unlock feature.

Under the hood, the Nokia G11 draws power from an octa-core processor based on UniSoC T606 SoC. Further, the chipset is paired with Mali G57 GPU, 4GB RAM, and 64GB of internal storage. In addition, the user can expand the memory up to 512GB via a micro SD card.

In terms of optics, the latest G-series smartphone carries a dual camera setup at the back. It consists of a 50MP primary lens alongside a 2MP sensor to measure depth. For selfies and video calls, there's an 8MP unit housed inside the notch.

Moreover, the Nokia G11 Plus ships with a 5000 mAh battery, making it weigh 192grams. The power cell supports 18W of fast charging over a USB Type-C port. The other notable specs include dual-SIM (Nano) 4G, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v5.0, a 3.5mm audio jack, and OZO audio support.

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Price and Availability

Nokia G11 Plus costs ₹12,499for its sole 4GB RAM/ 64GB storage variant. The device is available to buy via the Nokia India website in two color options: Charcoal Grey and Lake Blue. Lastly, the budget handset can soon make its way to other online and offline stores.

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Download Dynamic Island App on Android Smartphones [Instructions Inside]

The Dynamic Island feature on the Apple iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max has become the talk of the time. Although it is just a replacement for the notch on iPhones that allows users to check alerts and current activity in progress. However, Android users do not need to switch to iOS to try out this new feature. Thankfully, there are plenty of apps available that will let you access Dynamic Island for free.

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The best app available to get your hands on the Dynamic Island feature is DynamicSpot. For the record, the app just recently crossed over 1M+ downloads. The app was available on the Google Play Store for some time. Regardless, iPhone 14 launch event has given it a boost. It is compatible with both left and center-aligned punch hole camera smartphones. But it works if your notch is at the center. Moreover, it is easy to get started and use further.

“With DynamicSpot you can easily get the iPhone 14 Pro's Dynamic Island feature on your android device! DynamicSpot gives Dynamic Island a mini multitasking feature, making it easier to access recent notifications or phone status changes. Just tap on the little black dynamic spot/popup to open the displayed app, long press the popup to expand it and view more details", says Google Play Store description

To get the app started, you just need to get through the below-mentioned steps:

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  DynamicSpot from the Play Store

  
  

Head to the Google Play Store and search for the “Dynamicspot” app. Install the app for free and get started!

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  Setting up the application

  
  

Once installed, open the app and click the ‘Next’ button on the bottom right to jump to the permissions page. In there, allow app permissions to view notifications from selected apps. Thereafter, click ‘Done’ at the bottom of the screen.

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  Configuring the pill

  
  

Head to the main page and visit Popup settings > Dimensions and adjust the three sliders until the island is aligned with your phone’s notch or pill. In addition, you can play around with other settings to configure the behavior of the island as per your requirements.

 

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As mentioned, the app is free to download. However, in order to access advanced features, you need to have the Pro version of the app. For just ₹99, you can get more elements like configuring the single tap and long press actions or showing the island on the lock screen. lastly, some brands like Xiaomi or Realme are also working to bring Dynamic Island to their future phones.

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Wear OS 3 watches get access to the new Weather app

Google will unwrap its next set of hardware today at a launch event. This will include Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel Watch, as well as some new Nest smart home products. Ahead of the official launch, the tech giant is upgrading the Wear OS 3 watches with a new Weather app. well, this is one of the features we are expecting to see on the upcoming Pixel watch.

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There’s a new Weather app on the Play Store for Wear OS 3 smartwatches. The layout of the app is pretty subtle featuring the latest Material You design for Wear OS. It shows the weather of the wearer's current location. At the top, there's your current city underneath the time curve. Following this is the current temperature and condition icons. On the sides, there are the highest and lowest temperatures of the day.

At the very bottom, you can refresh and change units if required. Also, the “Current UV index” can be seen in a color-coded pill-shaped container next to the precipitation. The user can access the weather forecast for the next 8 hours and the next 5 days from weather.com, UV index, precipitation, and forecasts.

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Besides, there are tiles for “Forecast” and “UV Index”, along with two complications for “UV Index” and “Weather” with updating icons. Basically, it is a pretty good start, while future developments could bring more changes like AQI, multicity support, and more.

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All you need to do is grant “Allow all the time” Location permission after installing and opening the app.

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Download Xiaomi 12T Pro Wallpapers [FHD+]

The Chinese tech giant unveiled the Xiaomi 12T and Xiaomi 12T Pro globally at a launch event. The series is a high-end offering by the company. As the name suggests, the Mi 12T Pro is a top-tier device. Accordingly, it offers some latest hardware specs, like a massive 200MP Samsung ISOCELL HP1 camera. In addition, it is equipped with the latest set of wallpapers. Well, if you are not yet planning to buy the new phone, you can still flash the Xiaomi 12T wallpapers on your current smartphone.

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The Xiaomi 12T series comes with some cool wallpapers that will definitely make your phone look great. However, as of now, we can only access two wallpapers from the collection. Although these are the main ones that can be seen in the Xiaomi 12T Pro posters.

It includes the design of a crystal solid rock and lustrous water bubbles next to it. You can take a glimpse of the wallpapers from the below picture and download it in high resolution from the button followed below.

Xiaomi 12T Pro Wallpapers Preview

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Download Xiaomi 12T Pro Wallpapers

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After downloading, open the file and tap on "set as wallpaper" under the three-dot menu to make it your home screen or lock screen display. Alternatively, you can visit the wallpapers section on your respective phone and tap on "choose from Gallery."

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