Xiaomi Redmi 7 MIUI Software Update Tracker [Update: MIUI V10.3.6.0]

Xiaomi launched the Redmi 7 smartphone in India on 24th April running MIUI 10.2 Global Stable on top of Android 9.0 (Pie). Xiaomi doesn’t follow any fixed update frequency for the MIUI Global Stable ROM but on an average, the Global Stable ROM is updated once in 30-60 days. This post will help our readers in keeping track of MIUI updates for Redmi 7 (codename 'onclite'), also check out our Redmi 7 content, Redmi 7 Unboxing and First Impressions Redmi 7 Review MIUI Updates rolled out for the smartphone: [August 10, 2019]: Xiaomi has started rolling out MIUI 10.3.6.0.PFLINXM with August security patch, the update weighs 449MB in size, brings option to lock google contacts and fixes in Game booster [Download link] [July 10, 2019]: Xiaomi has started rolling out MIUI 10.3.3.0.PFLINXM with June security patch, the update weighs 530MB in size, adds new Lock screen clock customization, as well as new OTG restriction that needs to be enabled before you connect an OTG drive. [Download link] [May 22, 2019]: Xiaomi starts rolling out MIUI 10.3.2.0.PFLINXM with May security patch, the update weighs around 606 MBs in size and brings several features including system-wide Dark Mode, Face unlock for App Lock, along with several bug fixes and optimizations to the smartphone. [Download ...

Xiaomi Redmi Y3 MIUI Software Update Tracker [Update: MIUI V10.3.6.0]

Xiaomi launched the Redmi y3 smartphone in India on 24th April running MIUI 10.2 Global Stable on top of Android 9.0 (Pie). Xiaomi doesn’t follow any fixed update frequency for the MIUI Global Stable ROM but on an average, the Global Stable ROM is updated once in 30-45 days. This post will help our readers in keeping track of MIUI updates for Redmi Y3 (codename ‘onc’), also check out our Redmi Y3 content, Redmi Y3 Camera Samples Redmi Y3 Review MIUI Updates rolled out for the smartphone: [August 10, 2019]: Xiaomi has started rolling out MIUI 10.3.6.0.PFFINXM with August security patch, the update weighs 342MB in size and brings option to lock google contacts and fixes in Game booster. [Download Link] [July 26, 2019]: Xiaomi has started rolling out MIUI 10.3.3.0.PFFINXM with June security patch, the update weighs 510MB in size and brings new Lock screen clock customization. [Download Link] [May, 2019]: Xiaomi rolled out MIUI 10.3.2.0.PFFINXM with April security patch, the update brought a few new features including system-wide Dark Mode, Face unlock for App Lock, along with several bug fixes and optimizations to the smartphone. [Download Link] The Xiaomi Redmi Y3 comes in Elegant Blue, Bold Red colors and Prime Black colors, is priced at Rs. 9999 for the 3GB RAM with 32GB storage version and ...

HONOR Vision 55-inch 4K HDR TV with HarmonyOS, Pop-up AI camera, 6.9mm slim frameless design announced

HUAWEI's HONOR brand just announced its Vision TV, which is the company's first smart TV at the Huawei Developer's Conference (HDC) 2019, as it had promised. It has a 55-inch 4K screen with HDR support and 94% screen-to-body ratio, thanks to three-sided borderless full-screen design. It is powered quad-core HONGHU 818 quad-core SoC and runs the company's latest HarmonyOS that offers multi-device interaction and the Magic-link control screen lets to share content such as pictures from your phone and screen mirroring easy. The built-in pop-up AI camera in the Vision TV Pro model can intelligently track your face when it is needed, seamlessly switch between large and small screen for 1080p video calls, no matter how far you go. It has 6 far-field microphones for voice assistant that can pick up audio even when you are far away. The Vision TV Pro also has 60W (6 x 10W) speakers with HUAWEI Histen audio effects for an immersive audio experience and comes with auto audio adjustment depending on the channel. It can wake up from standby in just 1 second and can boot up in 2 seconds. The TV is just 6.9mm at its thinnest point, features 3D arc full metal frame, diamond texture on the back, colorful breathing light on the ...

Telegram v5.10 update brings Silent Messages, Slow Mode for Groups, Admin Titles and more

Telegram has been introducing new features to its platform recently like ultra-lightweight high-quality animated stickers, complete control over users private conversation and more. Now, with the v5.10 update, Telegram is introducing Silent Messages, Slow Mode, Admin Titles feature and more. Silent Messages Telegram is bringing Silent Messages feature where users can simply hold the Send button and choose to deliver the message or media without sound and the receiver will get a notification as usual, but their phone won't make a sound even if they forgot to enable the Do Not Disturb mode. Slow Mode Secondly, with the new Slow Mode, users will only be able to send one message per the interval that the admin chose and there is a timer that will show how long the user has to wait before sending their next message. This can be found under the 'Group Permissions' section and will be useful for group admins when the group they manage is getting hard to follow. Admin Titles With the 'Admin Titles' feature, group owners can now set custom titles for admins and custom titles are shown with every message in the group so members know that they‘re talking to the designated person. Animated Emoji Now users can also get animated emoji and it can be viewed by just sending a single ❤️, 👍, 😒, 😳 or 🥳 emoji to any chat. The attachment menu ...

OnePlus users get a chance to watch Sacred Games Season 2 screening on August 14

Back in May, OnePlus in partnership with Netflix released two posters and behind-the-scenes video from their much-awaited original series Sacred Games Season 2 shot on OnePlus 7 Pro. Ahead of the release on Sacred Games Season 2 on 15th August 2019 on Netflix, OnePlus is offering OnePlus users a chance to watch the first episode of the series by registering for special screenings in across Mumbai, Delhi, and Bangalore on the 14th of August. Mumbai: PVR Phoenix Mall, Lower Parel - 7 PM Delhi: PVR ECX Chanakya, Chanakyapuri - 8 PM Bengaluru: PVR Forum Mall, Koramangala - 8 PM OnePlus device users can register for the tickets today, 10th August 2019 from 12:00pm onwards on the OnePlus forum here. Commenting on the same, Vikas Agarwal, General Manager, OnePlus India, said: When we announced our partnership with Netflix, we spoke about bringing unique experiences for our community and provided an incredible viewing experience on OnePlus 7 Pro with its HDR supported display. Now, we are happy to bring this unique experience to our community and look forward to a full house as we watch the first episode of the exciting new season of Sacred Games.

Google Search now adds ability to find and listen to podcast episodes

Google launched the Podcasts application with AI-powered personalized recommendations for Android last year. Now, alongside displaying different forms of information, Google Search will also display podcasts and will allow users to find and listen to their favorite podcast episodes. Google will show the podcast episodes based on what is being talked about on a podcast and users wouldn't be having the need to use the term "podcast" every time they search as the company will soon make podcast discovery simpler across Search. Also, users will be able to search for podcasts listen right there on their computer or phone and their listening progress is synced everywhere. Podcasts will also be coming to Google Assistant and Google Podcasts for web later this year and users can ask the Assistant for podcasts about a certain topic and it will suggest relevant episodes. Google will soon add the ability for publishers to specify where users can listen to their podcasts, such as other apps or websites. Podcasts on Google Search is rolling out now starting with people using English in the U.S. You can also check out our podcast, 'Tech Voice Tamil by FoneArena' which is in the Tamil language. Source

Xiaomi Mi 9S 5G smartphone with 6.39-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, Snapdragon 855 Plus, up to 12GB RAM gets certified

Xiaomi introduced the Mi 9 flagship smartphone back in February this year. Now the 5G version of the with the model number M1908F1XE has been certified by TENAA in China. This has the same 6.39-inch FHD+ AMOLD screen, but this is said will be powered by Snapdragon 855 Plus combined with Qualcomm's X50 modem for 5G connectivity and pack up to 12GB of RAM and up to 512GB of storage. It will come with a larger 4000mAh battery, and 3C certification confirmed 45W fast charging compared to 27W fast charging in the predecessor. It is expected to feature a similar triple rear camera setup and a 20-megapixel front camera, but this could come with OIS for the primary rear camera. Since it has a bigger battery, the phone is slightly thicker and heavier than the predecessor. The phone has a red colored ring around the first camera and a red colored powered button. Xiaomi Mi 9S rumored specifications 6.39-inch (1080 × 2280 pixels) Full HD+ Super AMOLED display with 103.8% NTSC color gamut, 600 nits brightness, >60000:1 contrast ratio, Corning Gorilla Glass 6 protection Octa-Core Snapdragon 855 Plus 7nm Mobile Platform (1 x 2.96GHz  Kryo 485 + 3 x 2.42GHz Kryo 485 + 4x 1.80GHz Kryo 485) ...

Xiaomi Redmi 6 and Redmi 6A Android 9.0 Pie-based MIUI global stable update starts rolling out

Xiaomi launched the Redmi 6A and Redmi 6 smartphones in India last yera running MIUI 9.5 based on Android 8.1 (Oreo) update, and the stable MIUI 10 OTA update for the phones rolled out soon after the launch. In February, the company started recruiting beta testers for testing Android Pie based MIUI 10 Global Beta ROM for various devices but didn't announce update plans for Redmi 6 and Redmi 6A, later, the company announced that both the smartphones will receive Android Pie based MIUI Global Stable ROM. [gallery size="large" link="file" ids="288789,288783,288791"] As per posts on Mi Community, Xiaomi has started rolling out Android 9.0 (Pie) based MIUI Global Stable ROM to Redmi 6 and Redmi 6A users in India. The new update for Redmi 6A comes as MIUI 10.4.1.0.PCBMIXM and MIUI 10.4.1.0.PCGMIXM for Redmi 6, both the updates weigh around 1.3 GB in size, these updates bring Android 9.0 (Pie) along with July security patch to both the devices. Similar to Redmi Y2 Android Pie update, these updates bring system-wide dark mode,  face unlock for app lock, new charging animation and lock screen clock customization to the smartphone. [gallery size="large" link="file" ids="288784,288790,288792"] Xiaomi has already rolled out Android 9.0 (Pie) based MIUI Global Stable ROM for Redmi Note 6 Pro, Redmi Note 5 Pro, Redmi 6 Pro, and Redmi Y2. With these updates, Xiaomi ...

Motorola schedules an event in India on August 23, Motorola One Action expected

Recently, there were reports on the upcoming Motorola One Zoom and Motorola One Action smartphones. On similar lines, Motorola has scheduled an event in India on August 23 where the company is expected to launch 'Motorola One Action' smartphone and the key details of the smartphone are already revealed, thanks to a leaked Amazon.de listing. The official invite from Motorola doesn't mention the name of the smartphone but reads as "With relentless innovation at heart, Motorola is ready to introduce a bold new device created to inspire excellence on August 23rd, 2019. Get ready to #CaptureTheAction.".  The hashtag #CaptureTheAction hints us that the company could launch the One Action smartphone. Motorola One Action is said to sport a 6.3-inch (2,520 x 1,080 pixels) 21:9 display, Exynos 9609 SoC, up to 4GB RAM variants, up to 128GB storage, 12.6MP in-screen front and 12.6MP primary rear cameras, 117-degree ultra-wide sensor, and probably a depth sensor, and a 3,500mAh battery with 15W fast charging. It is said to come in Blue, Gold and White colors and is said to cost 299 Euros (US$ 335 / Rs. 23,650 approx.) for 4GB RAM with 128GB storage version. We should know more details in the coming days.

HMD Global schedules IFA 2019 event on September 5, Nokia 6.2 and Nokia 7.2 expected

HMD Global has sent out invites for its IFA 2019 event on September 5th to introduce new Nokia phones. The invite doesn't reveal any details of what to expect, but based on earlier rumors, we can expect the Nokia 6.2 and Nokia 7.2 Android One smartphones codenmaed Daredevil and Star-Lord, respectively, at the event. Based on earlier leaks, the Nokia 6.2 and 7.2 are expected to pack 6.1-inch FHD+ display, pack 48-megapixel primary rear camera along with an 120-degree ultra-wide lens and a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner. The Nokia 6.2 is expected to be powered by Snapdragon 660 and the 7.2 could be powered by Snapdragon 710. The company is also expected to introduce Nokia 110 (2019) and 2720 (2019) feature phone at the event. There were rumors about the Nokia 9.1 PureView with 5G support, improved low-light and video performance, but this is said to launch only in Q4, which is after October. The HMD Global IFA 2019 on September 5th starts at 4PM CEST (7:30PM IST). We should know more details in the coming weeks. Source