OnePlus Nord 2T gets its first software update with May 2022 security patch

Earlier this month, OnePlus unveiled the Nord 2T smartphone in the European market. The company is already spinning out the first software update for the handset with OxygenOS A.09 in the country.

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The first software update for the OnePlus Nord 2T in Europe is bundled with the firmware version CPH2399_11.A.09.

Considering changes, the package integrates the May 2022 security patch to enhance privacy. In addition, it elevates the user experience by bringing optimizations across the system and camera. Moreover, it resolves multiple issues, like where the Wi-Fi was inaccessible in some cases. Also, the build improves system and network stability. Check out the official changelog below for precise details.

Changelog

• System
  
  
  
  • [Optimized] the speed of Face Unlock in certain scenarios
  
  
  • [Optimized] the power consumption in some scenarios, improved user experience
  
  
  • [Optimized] network stability
  
  
  • [Improved] system stability
  
  
  • [Updated] Android security patch to 2022.05
  
  
  
  


• Camera
  
  
  
  • [Optimized] HDR shooting effect
  
  
  • [Optimized] the anti-shake effect when shooting videos and photos in certain scenarios
  
  
  
  


• Others
  
  
  
  • [Fixed] the occasional issue that the battery percentage displayed abnormally in certain scenarios
  
  
  • [Fixed] the issue that unable to access Wi-Fi automatically in certain scenarios
  
  
  • [Fixed] the issue that the photos displayed abnormally after using NIGHT mode to shoot in certain scenarios
  
  
  • [Fixed] the occasional issue that the preview interface flickered abnormally when shooting with a wide-angle lens in certain scenarios
  
  
  • [Fixed] the issue that the preview interface displayed abnormally after turning on AI scene enhancement in certain scenarios
  
  
  
  

As usual, the OTA update is rolling out in batches. That implies it could take a while to reach out to all units.

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WhatsApp is testing Detailed Reactions View for Albums

Earlier this month, WhatsApp introduced the message reaction feature on the platform. The function allows the user to show their reaction to any message through a set of six different emojis. Reportedly, the social media messenger is working to expand the element. Here's what the app is cooking!

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According to WABetaInfo, WhatsApp is experimenting to add detailed reaction views to a group and private chats. This will show group members how individuals have reacted to a photo album. However, WhatsApp has not yet officially confirmed the development of the new feature.

In the current version, the user has to open every image in the album to know the reaction details. With the development, the reactions of the entire group can be seen automatically for albums without opening them. A thumbnail will be displayed with detailed message reaction information.

Here's a screenshot that gives the users a glimpse of what the feature might look like when it starts rolling out. In the screenshot, the feature adds a new media thumbnail with detailed reaction info.



The detailed reactions view for albums was spotted in WhatsApp’s iOS beta version. The pictures in the album will show thumbnails on the right with their complementary reactions. Once the update makes it to the stable phase, you can see all the reactions in one place instead of going through every image in an album.

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Oppo Reno 8 Series announced in China: Specifications and Price

Oppo has finally announced the successor of the Reno 7 series in China. The much-awaited Reno 8 lineup includes three smartphones: Reno 8, Reno 8 Pro, and Reno 8 Pro+. Let's take a quick look at the respective smartphone's specifications, price, and other details.

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Oppo Reno 8

The vanilla Oppo Reno 8 features a 6.43-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a layer of Gorilla Glass 5. The panel offers a 90Hz screen refresh rate and 800 nits of peak brightness. A 4,500 mAh battery makes the device weigh 179-gram and it backs up the device with an 80W fast charging support.

Underneath, an octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 1300 SoC powers the smartphone paired with up to 12GB RAM and 256GB of internal storage. Also, the Reno 8 comes with a MariSilicon X chip which intends to improve camera performance. It offers the latest Android 12 out of the box along with ColorOS 12.1 on top.



For optics, the Reno 8 houses a 32MP sensor on the front for selfies and video chats. On the rear side, it carries a couple of 2MP b&w and macro units alongside a 50MP primary lens. The other features include an in-display fingerprint scanner for security and Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, and a USB Type-C port for connectivity.

Oppo Reno 8 Pro

Oppo Reno 8 Pro is also the world’s first handset to equip Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 processor. The chipset is integrated with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of onboard storage. It also arrives with a MariSilicon X chip. The system's working depends on a 4500mAh battery that is backed by an 80W Super Flash charging support.



The Reno 8 Pro flaunts a 6.62-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, a 2400 × 1080 pixels resolution, and a 92% screen-to-body ratio. At the top, the panel secures a 32MP snapper inside a punch-hole cutout. The capacity of the rear camera stands at a 50MP main lens, an 8MP wide-angle unit, and a 2MP macro sensor.

The rest of the features of the Oppo Reno 8 Pro are identical to the vanilla Reno 8.

Oppo Reno 8 Pro+

Oppo Reno 8 Pro+ is built around a large 6.7-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display which is protected by Gorilla Glass 5. The panel supports a 120Hz refresh rate, a 360Hz touch sampling rate, 2412 × 1080 pixels resolution, and a peak brightness of 950 nits.



Under the helm, the model powers a Dimensity 8100 Max SoC and a MariSilicon X chip. The other features of the Reno 8 Pro+, including camera setup, battery capacity, charging speed, OS, and more are similar to the Reno 8 Pro.

Price and Availability

The Oppo Reno 8 series smartphones are available for pre-order in China. Depending upon the storage variant you choose, here's how much the devices will cost

Reno 8

• 8GB RAM + 128GB: ¥2,499


• 8GB RAM + 256GB: ¥2,699

Reno 8 Pro

• 8GB RAM + 128GB: ¥2,999


• 8GB RAM + 256GB: ¥3,199


• 12GB RAM + 256GB: ¥3,499

Reno 8 Pro+

• 8GB RAM + 256GB: ¥3,699


• 12GB RAM + 256GB: ¥3,999

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Realme V21 5G arrives on 3C certification, key details revealed

Realme is spotted preparing a new smartphone. Recently, a new device with model number RMX3610 was spotted on the TENAA listing. Now, the same model has bagged the China Compulsory Certification (3C) certification. Let's take a look at the key specifications revealed by these portals.

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This smartphone is the alleged upcoming Realme V21 5G. The latest 3C certification divulges the device's power adapter wattage and connectivity capabilities. Needless to say, the phone will offer 5G-connectivity. As per the listing, the Realme RMX3610 will be packed with a 10W power adapter out of the box. This might imply that the smartphone will support 10W of fast charging.

Unfortunately, this is all disclosed by the 3C website. However, we do have some more details, thanks to the TENAA listing. The Realme RMX3610 will flaunt a panel with an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels. Also, it will measure 164.4 x 75.1 x 8.1mm in dimensions and weigh around 184 grams.

Underneath, the phone will equip an octa-core processor clocked at 2.2GHz. This chipset will be paired with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage. In addition, the Realme RMX3610 will be backup up by a 4,890 mAh battery. For biometrics, the handset will only offer a face unlock feature.

The rest of the specifications, including operating system, screen details, chipset, camera capacity, and more are yet to be announced. We expect the company to make the details official soon.

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OnePlus 8 series gets ColorOS 12.1 update with improved battery life

The Chinese tech giant is pampering the OnePlus 8 series since the release of ColorOS 12. In the latest development, a new update is rolling out for the family, including the T-Mobile variant— OnePlus 8, OnePlus 8 Pro, and OnePlus 8T. The update for all the models is based on OxygenOS 12.1

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The update for all the respective smartphones brings similar changes. However, despite the identical changelog, the build numbers are different. For the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro, the build arrives on version C.27. On the other hand, the T-mobile model users will have to look out for firmware version C.28.

Precisely, the package resolves the issue where the status bar front went blurry. Also, the “Signal Display” icon in the settings app is taken care of. In addition, it improves battery life and optimizes system stability. Check out the official changelog below

Changelog

• System
  
  
  
  • [Optimization] System stability in some scenarios, making your phone run more stably
  
  
  • [Optimization] The battery life of mobile phones in some scenarios
  
  
  • [Fix] The status bar font is blurry in the app
  
  
  • [Fix] There is no “Signal Display” icon in the settings in some scenarios
  
  
  
  

As usual, 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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Vivo Y72t with MediaTek Dimensity 700 SoC announced for ¥1,399

Vivo has introduced a new Y-series smartphone: Vivo Y72t 5G. The device is official in China, while the company is yet to provide the availability details for the global market. Let's take a closer look at the Vivo Y72t 5G's specifications, features, price, and other details.

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Vivo Y72t flaunts a waterdrop notch at the top of a 6.58-inch Full HD+ LCD screen. The panel offers a 60Hz refresh rate, a 1080 x 2400 pixel resolution, a 401ppi pixel density, and a 20:9 aspect ratio. It measures 163.87 x 75.33 x 9.17mm in dimensions and weighs 200 grams.

Underneath, an octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 700 processor powers the Vivo Y72t. The chipset is paired with Mali G57 GPU and up to 256GB of storage and 8GB RAM. Unfortunately, the phone offers the old Android 11 out of the box along with OriginOS 1.0 on top.

The Vivo Y72t houses an 8MP front-facing unit for selfies and video chats for optics. On the rear side, there's a dual-camera module consisting of a 50 MP primary lens and a 2MP macro sensor.

In addition, a 6000mAh battery backs up the phone with an 18W fast charging support over a USB Type-C port. Also, there's a side-mounted fingerprint scanner to serve security.

Price and Availability

The Vivo Y72t is available in 8GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB storage configurations. The base variant is priced at ¥1,399, while the upper model costs ¥1,599. The phone arrives in Interstellar Powder, Deep Sea Black, and Blue Sea color options.

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OnePlus 9RT gets OxygenOS 11.3 A.08 update with April 2022 Security Patch

The OxygenOS 12 skin iteration is under testing for the OnePlus 9RT 5G. In the meantime, the company is frequently releasing new software updates based on OxygenOS 11. In the latest news, the device is receiving a fresh software update labeled OxygenOS 11_A.08.

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The latest software update for the OnePlus 9RT is bundled with the firmware version MT2111_11_A.07​ with a download size of almost 250 MB. The package brings some major bug fixes, improvements, and optimizations. Moreover, it enhances privacy by integrating the April 2022 Android security maintenance.

To be more precise, the update resolves issues related to the Pocket mode where it did not take effect after blocking the sensor. In addition, the occasional abnormal displays of the home screen and clock on the lock screen are taken care of. Check out the official changelog below for point-to-point details.

Changelog

• System
  
  
  
  • Optimized the fluency of sliding desktop in certain scenarios
  
  
  • Optimized the display effect of the Power off pop-up window
  
  
  • Fixed the issue that Pocket Mode did not take effect after blocking the sensor
  
  
  • Fixed the occasional issue that the desktop displayed abnormally after unlocking with a fingerprint in certain scenarios
  
  
  • Fixed the occasional issue that the clock on the lock screen displayed abnormally in certain scenarios
  
  
  • Improved system stability
  
  
  • Updated Android security patch to 2022.04
  
  
  
  

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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Vivo Y75 with MediaTek Helio G96 SoC launched in India for ₹20,999

Vivo has introduced a new smartphone in India under the Y series. The latest Vivo Y75 is a 4-G-powered device with a mid-range budget. To recall, the 5G variant of the device was launched back in January. Here's a closer look at the Vivo Y75 4G's specifications, features, price, and availability.

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Vivo Y75 features a sleek design with a waterdrop notch cutout at the top center. It holds a 6.44-inch Full HD+ AMOLED screen that offers an in-display fingerprint scanner. The panel has a screen resolution of 2400×1080 pixels, measures 7.36mm in thickness, and 172 grams.

Under the hood, the Vivo Y75 is equipped with an octa-core processor based on MediaTek Helio G96 SoC. The chipset is paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. In addition, it supports the virtual RAM feature that allows expanding the storage up to 4GB.

For optics, there's a triple rear camera setup led by a 50MP primary lens. Accompanying this is an 8MP wide-angle unit and a 2MP macro sensor. On the other side, the Vivo Y75 houses a 44MP snapper for selfies and video calls.

Furthermore, a 4050 mAh battery keeps the Vivo Y75 working with a 44W fast charging support. The other specifications include Android 12-based FuntouchOS 12, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.2, and a USB Type-C port.

Price and Availability

The Vivo Y75 arrives in a single storage option of 8GB + 128GB costing ₹20,999. The device is up to grab via Flipkart, Vivo's online store, and offline stores in Dancing Waves and Moonlight Shadow color variants.

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Google TV adds a new "Highlights" tab with the latest update

A couple of months ago, Google announced that it is working to introduce a new ‘Highlights’ tab for the Google TV app. The section will keep you updated on the latest news and information regarding your favorite TV shows and movies.

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Finally, the latest update for the Google TV app brings the ‘Highlights’ tab and is rolling out to the Pixel users. As shared by some users, the new section is denoted by a sparkle star icon which appears on the bottom navigation. This further is accompanied by the rest of the tabs: ‘For you’, ‘Shop’, and ‘Your Stuff’.

The ‘For you’ section enlist recent articles written about the shows and movies you’re following. Also, the Google Discover-style feed layout covers your bought and wishlisted contents as well. In addition, the tab could also show you behind-the-scenes looks or interviews for the show you see. This change is a great approach to be better informed on this news where you can see the updates in a relevant place instead of any different channel.



Regarding the ‘Your Stuff’ tab, it is what before was called ‘Library.’ Google's rename for this section makes it feel more personal for Watchlist shows, and purchased or rented movies!

The latest update for the Google TV app bears the version number v4.32.50. The app will automatically update in the background or you can give it a manual check via Google Play Store.

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