OnePlus Nord 2T bags multiple certifications, key details revealed

OnePlus will add a new smartphone to the Nord series. The upcoming OnePlus Nord 2T is expected to debut next month. However, there are no official words from the company yet. In the meantime, the smartphone has bagged multiple certifications. The listings reveal some key details that follow below.

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The OnePlus Nord 2T has made an appearance on the TDRA certification website. In addition, we know the camera specifications of the device, thanks to the Camera FV5 website. The TRDA listing confirms the model number and the moniker of the device.

The OnePlus Nord 2T bears the model number CPH2399. At the front, the device will feature a 6.43-inch AMOLED display with a hole-punch cutout at the top left corner. The panel will offer a 90Hz refresh rate. A 4,500 mAh battery keeps the system working with an 80W fast charging support.

For software, it will boost Android 12 out of the box along with Oxygen OS 12 on top. Under the hood, the leaks suggest that the OnePlus Nord 2T will draw power from a MediaTek Dimensity 1300 SoC.

In the shooting department, the OnePlus Nord 2T is tipped to carry a 50 MP primary camera. Accompanying this will be an 8MP ultrawide lens and a 2MP monochrome sensor. On the other side, a 32 MP snapper will serve selfies and video chats.

As of now, this is all we have in our hands. As mentioned, any official words from the company are still awaited. However, now that the phone has started to leak online, we can hear an official announcement soon.

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OnePlus 9 & 9 Pro gets ColorOS 12.1 C.62 update with April 2022 Security Patch

Almost a month back, the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro got updated to OxygenOS 12.1 based on Android 12. Now, the company is delivering another bump based on the latest skin iteration to ensure a safe and polished experience.

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The latest software update for the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro is bundled with the firmware version ColorOS 12 C.62. The package is presently rolling out in China. FYI, this is almost the same build that was rolled out to Indian and global models a few days back. It addresses a few issues, brings system optimizations, and ensures user safety.

To be more precise, the update resolves the issue where the phone flickers in certain scenes. Moreover, it optimizes the system performance to make your respective phone run more stably and smoothly. In addition, it enhances privacy by integrating the current Android security maintenance, April 2022. Check out the official changelog below.

Changelog

• System
  
  
  
  • [Optimization] The system performance of some scenes makes your phone run more stably
  
  
  • [Fix] The phone flickers in certain scenes
  
  
  
  


• Security
  
  
  
  • [New] Integrate Android April 2022 security patch to improve system security
  
  
  
  

As always, the OTA update is rolling out in batches. So, the respective 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 the Software Update section under the Settings app.

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OnePlus 8 series receives OxygenOS 12 C.15 update

The OnePlus 8 series, including the T-Mobile variant— OnePlus 8, OnePlus 8 Pro, and OnePlus 8T is getting another update based on OxygenOS 12.

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The latest software update for the OnePlus 8 series is bundled with version number ColorOS 12 C.15 which is currently rolling out in India. For the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro, the build is rolling out with the firmware version IN2011_11.C.15 and IN2021_11.C.15​ respectively. Whereas, the OnePlus 8T is upgrading with build number KB2001_11.C.15.

Concerning changes, the package addresses a few issues related to the occasional issue where the user was unable to use face unlock. Moreover, OnePlus claims that after flashing this build, the abnormal notification issue of "Camera is running" is taken care of. In addition, it optimizes the charging speed in some scenarios and the network stability. Check out the official changelog below for precise details.

Changelog

• System
  
  
  
  • [Optimized] the charging speed in some scenarios
  
  
  • [Optimized] the communication stability when making a phone call
  
  
  • [Fixed] the occasional issue that unable to use face unlock
  
  
  • [Fixed] the issue of abnormal display when enabling applications in some scenarios
  
  
  • [Improved] system stability
  
  
  
  


• Camera
  
  
  
  • [Fixed] the abnormal notification issue of "Camera is running"
  
  
  
  

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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Xiaomi Civi 1S with Snapdragon 778G+ announced in China for ¥2299

Xiaomi has unveiled a new smartphone in its home market today— Xiaomi Civi 1S. As the name suggests, the smartphone is an upgraded version of the Xiaomi Civi that was launched last year. With that saying, let's check out the new device in detail.

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Xiaomi Civi 1S Specifications

Considering the design, the Xiaomi Civi 1S is identical to the original Xiaomi Civi and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5. The smartphone features a 6.55-inch AMOLED display with a centered punch-hole cutout. The panel offers an FHD+ resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels, 120Hz refresh rate, a 10-bit color depth, 402 PPI, up to 240Hz touch sampling rate, and a 5,000,000:1 contrast ratio.

Under the helm, the Xiaomi Civi 1S draws power from a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ chipset paired with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB of internal storage. On the software front, the phone boosts Android 12 out of the box tossed with a layer of MIUI 13 on top.

Furthermore, the Xiaomi Civi 1S carries a triple rear camera setup led by a 64MP primary shooter. Alongside, there's an 8MP ultra-wide unit and a 2MP macro sensor. At the front, the phone houses a 32MP lens for selfies and video chats.

The handset is backed up by a 4,500 mAh battery that supports 55W fast charging and Qualcomm Quick Charge 4+. The other specifications include dual-SIM 5G, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, GNSS, NFC, and a USB Type-C port.

Price and Avaialability

The Xiaomi Civi 1S is available in black, pink, blue, and silver color options. Depending on the storage model, here's how much it will cost.

• 8GB + 128GB – ¥2299 ($357)


• 8GGB + 256GB – ¥2599 ($403)


• 12GB + 256GB – ¥2899 ($450)

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Oppo K10 Pro hits Geekbench, hinting at an imminent launch

Oppo is preparing to add another device under the K10 lineup. Where the Oppo K10 smartphone is already official, the Pro model is in the works. In the latest development, the Oppo K10 Pro has made an appearance on the Geekbench benchmark website. The listing sheds light on some of the key specifications that follow below.

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As per the Geekbench portal, the Oppo K10 Pro bears the model number PGIM10. The smartphone has managed to score 734 points in the single-core round and 3119 in the multi-core round. Apart from this, the website divulges details about the operating system, processor, and more.

Under the hood, a chipset with the codename “lahaina” will power the Oppo K10 Pro. FYI, this is Snapdragon 888 processor integrated with Adreno 660 GPU. In addition, the listing mentions an 8GB RAM model, although we can expect more storage options as well. Also, the phone will come pre-installed with Android 12 OS.



To recall, the Oppo K10 Pro hit TENNA a couple of weeks ago. The database reveals a punch-hole notch at the top of a 6.62-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display. The panel will offer a 120Hz refresh rate and a 1080 × 2400 pixel resolution. A 4,880 mAh dual-cell battery will keep the screen lightened up with 80W fast charging support.

For optics, the upcoming Oppo K10 Pro will house a triple rear camera setup. This will consist of a 50 MP primary lens, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle shooter, and a 2MP tritery sensor. On the other hand, the handset will have a 16 MP snapper for selfies and video calls.

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OnePlus Nord 2 gets a new update with April 2022 Security Patch

According to the OnePlus update policy, the Nord series is eligible to receive only two major Android updates. However, the company never disappoints to deliver frequent updates to the lineup. On that note, the OnePlus Nord 2 5G is receiving a new update to ensure a seamless and safe user experience.

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The information was revealed by the OnePlus community forum, according to which the new package is rolling out in Indian markets. The Nord 2 5G variants in the country are upgrading with the DN2101_11_A.20 firmware version. In addition, the post mentions that the same package will roll out to the global and European users soon as well.

As far as changes are concerned, the build does not pack any significant changes or new additions. However, minor updates are also essential to ensure a polished and smooth user experience. This time, the package resolves the occasional issue of the abnormal screen display when using Facebook video calls. Moreover, the Android security patch level is bumped to April 2022.

Changelog

• System   
  
  
  
  • [Fixed] the occasional issue of the abnormal screen display when using Facebook video call  
  
  
  • [Updated] Android security patch to 2022.04  
  
  
  
  

As usual, the OTA update is having an incremental rollout. Accordingly, it will hit a limited number of users initially, while a border rollout will begin in a few days. In the meantime, you can also track the update manually. To do so, navigate to the Software update section under the Settings app.

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Redmi 10A and Redmi 10 Power launched in India: Specifications and Price

Xiaomi introduced two new smartphones in the Indian market today. The Redmi 10A and Redmi 10 Power are the latest entry-level devices. FYI, the former handset was launched in China last month. Anyway, here is a detailed look at the new pair.

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Redmi 10A Specifications

The Redmi 10A is built around a 6.53-inch LCD screen featuring a waterdrop notch display. The panel offers an HD+ resolution of 1600 × 720 pixels, a 400nits brightness, and a 20:9 aspect ratio. A 5,000 mAh power cell lightens the screen with a 10W charging support over a micro-USB port.

Under the hood, an octa-core processor based on MediaTek Helio G2 SoC fuels the Redmi 10A. For software, the phone comes pre-installed with Android 11 OS paired with MIUI 12.5 on top.



In the optics section, the Redmi 10A houses a 5MP front-facing camera. On the other side, there’s a single 13 MP unit alongside an LED flash. To serve the security, the phone has a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner.

Availability and Price

The Redmi 10A is will go on sale from April 26 via Amazon in Black, Blue, and Silver color options. The smartphone arrives in two storage configurations of 3GB + 32GB and 4GB + 164GB. The former model is priced at ₹8,499, while the latter variant costs ₹9,499.

Redmi 10 Power Specifications

The Redmi 10 Power features a 6.71-inch IPS LCD display with an HD+ resolution, a 60Hz refresh rate, and a layer of Gorilla Glass 3 protection. Underneath, it powers the Snapdragon 680 SoC paired with 8GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. Also, the RAM can be extended up to 3GB, tanks to virtual RAM technology.



Moreover, Android 11 operates the Redmi 10 Power on day one along with MIUI 13 on top. A 6,000 mAh battery keeps the system working with an 18W fast charging support. At the front, the phone houses a 5MP camera for selfies and video chats. On the other side, there's a dual-camera setup consisting of a 50MP primary lens and a 2MP depth sensor.

Availability and Price

Redmi 10 Power's sale date isn't announced yet. However, it will be up for purchase via Amazon, Mi Home, Xiaomi’s official website, and offline retail partners shortly. The device costs ₹14,999 for its sole 8GB RAM/ 128GB storage variant.

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Realme Q5 & Realme Q5 Pro goes official in China: Specifications and Price

Realme Q5 series is finally complete. After the Realme Q5i, the Realme Q5 and Realme Q5 Pro are finally official in China today. The lineup falls under the affordable offerings and it packs everything we expect from a budget offering. Let's take a closer look at Realme Q5 and Realme Q5 Pro.

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Realme Q5 Specifications

Realme Q5 features a 6.6-inch IPS LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate. The device comes pre-installed with Android 12 along with Realme UI 3.0 on top. Underneath, a Snapdragon 695 5G processor powers the phone paired with up to 8GB RAM and 256GB internal storage.

For optics, there's a 16 MP camera at the front for selfies and video calls. The rear panel holds a triple camera island led by a 50MP main camera. Accompanying this is a 2MP macro snapper and a 2MP black and white portrait lens.

The Realme Q5 is backed up by a 5,000mAh battery with 60W fast charging support. The other specifications include a 3.5mm headphone jack, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.2, 8.5mm thickness, and 195g weight.

Realme Q5 Pro Specifications

Realme Q5 Pro is similar to the vanilla model in terms of the operating system, front camera, battery, storage configuration, and connectivity. The smartphone is built around a 6.62-inch E4 AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 1300 nits peak brightness. Under the helm, it fuels Snapdragon 870 SoC integrated with Adreno 650 GPU.

In the camera department, Realme Q5 Pro carries a 64MP triple rear unit alongside an 8MP ultra-wide sensor and a 2MP macro snapper. The device supports 80W fast charging with an identical 5,000 mAh battery. Lastly, it measures 8.65mm in thickness and weighs 195g.

Price and Availability

The Realme Q5 and Realme Q5 Pro will go on sale in China next week. Depending upon the storage variants, here's how much they will cost.

Realme Q5

• 6GB RAM + 128GB: ¥1,399


• 8GB RAM + 128GB: ¥1,599


• 8GB RAM + 256GB: ¥1,799

Realme Q5 Pro

• 6GB RAM + 128GB: ¥1,799


• 8GB RAM + 128GB: ¥1,999


• 8GB RAM + 256GB: ¥2,199

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Redmi Note 11 JE appears on FCC with model number A101XM

Last year, Xiaomi introduced the Japan-exclusive Redmi Note 10 JE edition. The company is now gearing up to launch the successor variant. The Redmi Note 11 JE is in the works and is expected to launch in the coming months. Ahead of its official launch, the device has made an appearance on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Here is what we know about the upcoming Redmi Note 11 JE.

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The arrival of the Redmi Note 11 JE at FCC gives us a pretty good idea of what we can expect from the smartphone. According to the portal, the Redmi Note 11 JE will bear the model number A101XM. Further, it divulges some information regarding the operating system, connectivity options, and more.

The upcoming Redmi Note 11 JE will come pre-installed with MIUI 12.5 as revealed by the FCC database. With this skin iteration, we can say that the phone will run Android 11 OS out of the box. In terms of connectivity, the Redmi Note 11 JE could offer Bluetooth, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, 4G LTE, 5G, NFC, FM Radio, and dual SIM support.

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Unfortunately, besides these aforementioned datils, the FCC website does not render any other information. However, we do have some render leaks with us. The Redmi Note 11 JE is likely to power Snapdragon 480+ 5G under the hood. On the front, the phone can feature a 6.6 inches FHD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate. Lastly, it is tipped to ship with a 5,000 mAh battery.

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