[Update: April 2022 Security Patch] Samsung Galaxy A53 Updates Tracker

Samsung introduced the Galaxy A53 smartphone in March 2022. The device runs on Android 12 OS out of the box along with One UI 4.1 on top. Underneath, it equips an octa-core Exynos 1280 processor. Galaxy A53 features a 6.5 inches Super AMOLED display with a 32 MP selfie shooter. On the other side, there’s a quad-camera island led by a 64MP primary sensor.

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Note: This is an update tracker and will be updated regularly in descending order with the latest update released for the device.

Samsung Galaxy A53 Updates Tracker

• [April 12, 2022]: The Galaxy A53 5G is getting the April 2022 security patch update in South Korea and India. For the home country, the build arrives on the A536NKSU1AVCC version, while it carries the A536EXXU1AVCD number in India.

As usual, the OTA update is having a staged rollout. You can either wait for a pop-up notification or check it manually. To give it a self-check, head over to the Settings app > Software update and tap on Download and install. Also, we suggest you switch over to a WiFi network before downloading the update to avoid data charges.

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Oppo's Official ColorOS 12 update timeline for Q2 2022 (April, May, June)

Oppo always intends to prepare a roadmap first before the deployment of major software. On that note, the company has prepared the rollout schedule of ColorOS 12 in Q2 2022. In the second week of the month, Oppo officially announced a list of smartphones that will get the ColorOS 12 update in April, May, and June. The list includes the rollout of both stable and public beta versions.

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The timeline is made official by Tasleem Arif, Oppo's Vice President. According to the schedule, the stable version of the Android 12 based skin iteration is already rolling out to multiple devices, both in beta and stable form.

If you are still waiting for your Oppo device to adopt the ColorOS 12 update, check out if you are in luck this time to get the new software this quarter from the list below.

Devices to get the ColorOS 12 Stable version

Ongoing

• Find X2, Reno6 Pro 5G, Reno6 Pro 5G Diwali Edition, Reno5 Pro 5G, Reno4 Pro, F19 Pro+, F19 Pro, F17 Pro, A74 5G

April 25

• OPPO A53s 5G

May 2022

• OPPO Reno7 Pro 5G

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Devices to get the ColorOS 12 Beta version

Ongoing

• OPPO F19


• OPPO F19s

April 14

• OPPO F17

April 19

• OPPO A53

April 26 

• Reno3 Pro


• Reno3

May 2022

• OPPO Reno7 5G


• OPPO Reno 10x Zoom


• OPPO A76

June 2022

• OPPO Reno7 Z 5G


• Oppo F21 Pro 5G

Important: Keep in mind that this timeline is subject to change depending on various factors.

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OnePlus 8 series receives a new software update based on ColorOS 12

OnePlus is releasing a new update for the OnePlus 8 series, including the T-Mobile variant— OnePlus 8, OnePlus 8 Pro, and OnePlus 8T. The update for all the models is unfurling via different versions based on OxygenOS 12.

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For the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro, the latest software is bundled with version number ColorOS 12 C.14. Whereas, for the OnePlus 8T, it arrives on version ColorOS 12 C.21. Despite different build numbers, the changelog for the respective smartphones remains identical.

Concerning changes, the package addresses a few issues related to the system and camera app. In addition, the charging speed of the devices is now optimized. Moreover, OnePlus claims that after flashing this build, your device will run more stably. Check out the official changelog below.

Changelog

• System
  
  
  
  • [Optimization] The system performance of some scenes makes your phone run more stably
  
  
  • [Optimized] The charging speed of some scenes
  
  
  • [Fix] Sliding screen stuck in the album
  
  
  • [Fix] Probabilistically unable to use face unlock
  
  
  • [Fix] Gaussian blur fails when launching the app in a specific scene
  
  
  
  


• Camera
  
  
  
  • [Fix] The notification bar keeps showing that the camera is running after starting the camera
  
  
  
  

The latest OxygenOS update is rolling out in batches. The build is hitting the units in a staged manner to a limited number of users today. It will steadily make way for all users after making sure there are no critical bugs. To manually check for the update, navigate to the device’s Settings > Software Updates > Download and Install.

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Oppo F21 Pro with Snapdragon 680 launched in Bangladesh for Tk27990

Ahead of the scheduled launch in India, Oppo F21 Pro went official in Bangladesh today. This is a mid-range device by the company under the F-series flagship. In fact, we can say it is a rebrand of Oppo Reno 7 that was launched last month. Let's take a closer look at the latest Oppo smartphone.

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The Oppo F21 Pro is built around a 6.43-inch AMOLED display with a Full-HD+ resolution of 1,080 x 2,400 pixels. The panel offers a 90Hz refresh rate and a 180Hz touch sampling rate. It measures 156.9 x 73.2 x 7.5mm in dimensions and weighs 175 grams.

Under the hood, a Snapdragon 680 SoC powers the Oppo F21 Pro under the hood paired with 8GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage. For software, it boosts Android 12 out of the box along with ColorOS 12.1 on top.

At the front, the Oppo F21 Pro houses a 32 MP camera that serves selfies and video calls. On the rear panel, the phone carries a triple camera module consisting of a 64 MP primary lens, a 2 MP microscope camera, and a 2 MP monochrome unit.

In addition, a 4,500 mAh battery keeps the system working with a 33W SuperVOOC charging support over a USB Type-C port. The connectivity options include dual-SIM (Nano), 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v5.1, 3.5 mm headphone jack, and a microSD card slot. The sensors onboard are the proximity sensor, optical sensor, accelerometer, gravity sensor, gyroscope, pedometer, geomagnetic sensor, and fingerprint sensor.

Availability and Price

Oppo F21 Pro is available for pre-order and will go on sale from April 18. The phone arrives in Cosmic Black and Sunset Orange color options that cost Tk27990 (~ ₹24,640). The pricing details for India will be announced tomorrow i.e April 12.

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[Update: Android 12 with April 2022 Security Patch] Samsung Galaxy M32 Updates Tracker

Samsung Galaxy M32 was dispatched in August 2021 with Android 11 pre-installed. The phone features a  6.5-inch TFT LCD Infinity-V display, a 48MP quad rear camera, and a 13MP selfie lens. There’s a 5,000 mAh battery backed up by 15W of fast charging support. It is powered by a Dimensity 720 Chipset paired with up to 128GB and 8GB RAM onboard storage.

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Note: This is an update tracker and will be refreshed frequently with the updates of the Samsung Galaxy M32.

Samsung Galaxy M32 Updates Tracker

• [April 11, 2022]: Samsung Galaxy M32 is -now getting the latest operating system on firmware version M325FXXU4ZVD2. Along with Android 12, there's a layer of One UI 4.0 on top. In addition, the package increases safety by integrating the April 2022 security patch.

As usual, the OTA update is rolling out in batches. The Galaxy M32 users may have to wait a while to receive the update. Meanwhile, they can track the build manually. To do this, navigate to Settings > Software updates > check for the updates.

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Xiaomi Mi Note 10T Lite upgrades to Android 12 OS with MIUI 13

Xiaomi is kicking off its Android 12 based MIUI 13 skin iteration for eligible devices since January. The software has been deployed to most of the eligible premium and mid-range offerings. The latest smartphone to get the refreshed version of mobile software is Xiaomi Mi Note 10T Lite.

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The latest software is rolling out to the global and European units of Mi 10 Lite, 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 V13.0.1.0.SJSMIXM and V13.0.2.0.SJSEUXM respectively.

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 February 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.

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[Update: April 2022 security patch] Samsung Galaxy A13 Updates Tracker

In Q1 2022, Samsung officially launched Galaxy A13 with Android 12 OS pre-installed. The phone features a 6.6-inch Super TFT Infinity-V full-HD+ screen paired with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. Under the hood, it powers an octa-core processor based on the Exynos 850 SoC. In the shooting department, the phone houses a 50MP quad rear camera and an 8MP front snapper.

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Note: This is an update tracker and the page will be updated with every build released for the Galaxy A13 in descending order.

Samsung Galaxy A13 Updates Tracker

• [April 11, 2022]: Samsung is releasing the April 2022 security patch to the Galaxy A13 with firmware version A135FXXU1AVD1. The build is rolling out in European markets, including the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Ireland, and Poland. The bump will make your phone more stable by addressing a bunch of bugs.

As the update is having a phase-wise rollout, it may take some time to reach all the units. In the meantime, you can head to Settings > Software updates > Security updates to check the update manually. We also suggest you switch over to a WiFi network before downloading the update to avoid data charges.

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OnePlus 9RT gets ColorOS 12 A.13 update with April 2022 Security Patch

The OnePlus 9RT has finally bagged the Android 12 based OxygenOS 12 update. After upgrading to the latest operating system, the smartphone is getting its first update that addresses multiple issues. On that note, OnePlus is releasing a fresh software update to the handset labeled OxygenOS 12_A.13.

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The ColorOS 12 A.13 software update for the OnePlus 9RT is presently rolling out in China. The package brings some major bug fixes, improvements, and optimizations. Moreover, it enhances privacy by integrating the current Android security maintenance, April 2022.

To be more precise, the update resolves issue where the audio playback was abnormal. In addition, the blurred screen glitch while in the bring surroundings is taken care of. Furthermore, your OnePlus 9RT will no longer vibrate oddly after flashing this build. Also, it improves system and camera stability, ensuring a seamless experience. Check out the official changelog below.

Changelog

• System
  
  
  
  • [Optimization] System stability
  
  
  • [Optimization] Music player updated to Wansheng Music version
  
  
  • [Fix] Low probability of screen blur in well-lit scenes
  
  
  • [Fix] Abnormal audio playback function in over-score scenes
  
  
  • [Fix] Low probability of abnormal vibration function in some scenes
  
  
  • [Updated] Android security patch to April 2022 to improve system security
  
  
  
  


• Camera
  
  
  
  • [Optimized] Camera stability
  
  
  
  

The OTA update is rolling out in batches. So, the OnePlus 9RT owners can expect the update notification to reach them anytime soon. In the meantime, you can also attempt to trigger the build manually. To do this, head to Settings > Software update.

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OnePlus Ace visits Geekbench with MediaTek Dimensity 8100 SoC

Apparently, OnePlus is gearing up to introduce a new smartphone labeled as OnePlus Ace. Although the company is yet to confirm anything about the device. In the meantime, the OnePlus Ace has managed to leak online, thanks to the Geekbench database. The listing reveals some of its key specifications and features.

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The Geekbench certification website reveals the PGKM10 model number of the OnePlus Ace. The smartphone has managed to score 962 points in the single-core round and 3,819 points in the multi-core test. In addition, the portal discloses the processor, operating system, and more details.

Under the hood, the OnePlus Ace will be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 8100 processor. Also, the database mentions a 12GB RAM model. However, it is likely to arrive in more storage configurations as well. On the software front, the phone will offer Android 12 out of the box.

To recall, the OnePlus Ace was previously spotted on China's 3C certification authority website. According to the certification, the phone will support 160W fast charging, which is tipped to power a 4,500 mAh battery.



At the time of writing, this is all we have about the upcoming OnePlus smartphone. We can expect the OnePlus Ace to launch in Q3. Moreover, noticing the company's nature, the handset will be initially introduced in China, later followed by a global release. As mentioned earlier, we still await an official announcement.

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