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Android 11 based Pixel Experience — Overview and First Impressions on POCO F1

Pixel Experience is amongst the popular AOSP based custom ROMs that aims towards providing a Pixel-like stock Android experience. It takes a no-bloat approach along with Pixel exclusive goodies to provide users pure vanilla Android experience. A couple of days back, Pixel Experience project developers released Android 11 based beta builds for various devices. We installed Android 11 based Pixel Experience on our POCO F1 unit, and here is our overview and first impression post to walk you through its features and installation procedure.

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Samsung Internet 13.0 browser brings High contrast mode, expandable bar and more new features

Samsung has started rollout of new updates to its Samsung Internet web browser with various features and enhancements for better browsing and user experience. Continue reading “Samsung Internet 13.0 browser brings High contrast mode, expandable bar and more new features”

Here’s when Samsung Galaxy devices will get Android 11 based One UI 3.0 update

Samsung recently started rolling out One UI 3.0 beta update based on Android 11 to range of top-end Note series and S series smartphones bringing new user interface and under the hood changes. Now the company has revealed the update timeline for a range of smartphones through Samsung Members app in Egypt, which starts with the Galaxy S20 series starting from this month. Continue reading “Here’s when Samsung Galaxy devices will get Android 11 based One UI 3.0 update”

Get Android 11 on Redmi Note 7 Pro with PixysOS 4.0

Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 7 Pro was amongst the popular mid-range smartphones in 2019. It was the first smartphone in the segment to offer a Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 SoC, a 48MP camera setup, and more. The company recently rolled out Android 10 based MIUI 12 to its 2019 bestseller, Note 7 Pro. Its been a couple of months since Google announced Android 11, and the software on the Redmi Note 7 Pro might feel outdated to tech enthusiasts.

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Moto G 5G Unboxing and First Impressions

Back in 2013, Motorola launched moto g to disrupt the affordable smartphone segment. Fast-forward to 2020, Motorola launches the new moto g to disrupt the 5G market with its affordable price strategy. At Rs. 20,999, moto g 5G is the cheapest 5G-ready smartphone available in the Indian market over taking OnePlus Nord at Rs. 24,999. We have been using the device for a brief amount of time and here’s our first impression. Continue reading “Moto G 5G Unboxing and First Impressions”

Samsung said to unveil new in-ear Galaxy Buds with ANC along with Galaxy S21 series

For the past two years, the South Korean tech giant unveils its Galaxy Buds wireless earbuds along with the launch of the Galaxy S series. And this time, it’s no different. According to the latest report, Samsung is all set to launch a new pair of Galaxy Buds at the Galaxy S21 announcement event. Continue reading “Samsung said to unveil new in-ear Galaxy Buds with ANC along with Galaxy S21 series”

OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro OxygenOS 11.0.2.2 update brings November Android security patch, optimisations, bug fixes

The OxygenOS 11.0.2.2 update is now rolling out for the OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro devices, bringing system and network optimisations and bug fixes along with the November 2020 security patch. Continue reading “OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro OxygenOS 11.0.2.2 update brings November Android security patch, optimisations, bug fixes”

Nokia 9.3 PureView launch reportedly postponed to 2021

The much-hyped Nokia 9.3 PureView is in the works for a long period now. The flagship device from Nokia, rumored to be slated for Q4 2020 launch has been in leaks since early 2020. Continue reading “Nokia 9.3 PureView launch reportedly postponed to 2021”

Motorola smartphone with 6.7-inch FHD+ 105Hz refresh rate display, Snapdragon 865, 5000mAh battery expected soon

Back in 2019, 90Hz became popular among smartphone enthusiasts, thanks to companies like OnePlus, Samsung, and others. With the increasing development of gaming-centric devices, implementation of high-refresh-rate feature has become mainstream with many mobile phone makers. Currently, most of the smartphone comes equipped either with 90Hz or 120Hz refresh rate, apart from few exceptions like ROG series from Asus. Continue reading “Motorola smartphone with 6.7-inch FHD+ 105Hz refresh rate display, Snapdragon 865, 5000mAh battery expected soon”

Google Assistant now lets users to schedule light timings

Google recently rolled out an update on Google Assistant that enables users to schedule lights on and off timings. Anyone who has a Google Home and smart lights know the drill. This feature allows users to schedule a smart home command to trigger at a later time. Previously, Google Assistant has been able to turn lights on/off for a while, but it could only do so immediately. Continue reading “Google Assistant now lets users to schedule light timings”

Get Android 11 on Redmi Note 8/8T with Extended UI 2.0

Xiaomi launched the Redmi Note 8 in India almost a year back. The smartphone recently started receiving Android 10 based MIUI 12 update in several regions including India. Though Google, a couple of months back, officially announced Android 11, some users of Redmi Note 8 – which was the best-selling Android smartphone in the first quarter, are yet to receive Android 10 update on their devices (we too have not received the update on our device yet).

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realme sold over 8.3 million devices during festive sales in India

realme today announced that it has sold more than 8.3 million smartphones and AIoT products during realmeFestiveDays from October 15th to November 16th. Out of the total, 6.3 million were smartphones that includes 1.35 Million Narzo phones, 1.2+ Million C11 phones and 1.6 Million realme 7 series phones, witnessing a 20% growth compared to the festive season last year. It’s worth mentioning that, this is combined sales from online and offline channels. Continue reading “realme sold over 8.3 million devices during festive sales in India”

OSOM by former Essential employees plans to release privacy-focused Android product in 2021

Essential, the company that introduced notches in the smartphone, is now no more. Founded by Android co-founder Andy Rubin, announced its closure earlier this year. The company’s only product, Essential Phone, sold poorly and received mixed reviews as well. Other promised devices operating system and home assistant never really materialised. So the reason behind the company shutting down is obvious. Continue reading “OSOM by former Essential employees plans to release privacy-focused Android product in 2021”

OnePlus Education Benefits program offers discounts for university students and teachers in India

OnePlus has launched the Education Benefits program in India, offering exclusive discounts to higher education students and teachers. As a part of the program, students, and teachers can avail of Rs. 1000 off on all OnePlus smartphones and 5% off on all accessories including audio, cases, and protection. Continue reading “OnePlus Education Benefits program offers discounts for university students and teachers in India”

OnePlus 8T Review

Keeping up with the tradition, OnePlus launched the ‘T’ version of the OnePlus 8 series in India a few weeks back. The OnePlus 8T is similarly spec’d as its predecessor, but, it carries few upgrades too – 65W charger, a 200mAh battery bump-up, 5MP macro camera, 2MP depth camera and 120Hz display. However, the upgrades becomes meaningful only if it’s implemented right.

How good is the OnePlus 8T? We have jotted down the reason on why you should and should not buy. Check it out! Continue reading “OnePlus 8T Review”