Update 05/12/2024: Samsung has officially announced the launch of One UI 7 Beta for Galaxy S24 series devices in multiple countries including India.

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All eyes are now set on the Samsung One UI 7 Beta as the Korean brand gears up to unveil a major overhaul to its Android skin in years. Multiple reports have emerged online suggesting that the One UI 7 Beta is coming later today, December 5, for the Galaxy S24 series.

As per Max Jambor on X, who has been a reliable source for leaks in the past, Samsung One UI 7 Beta is going to be released later today, December 5, for the Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+, and Galaxy S24 Ultra. As per the information he received from Samsung PR, Germany will be one of the first countries where the beta will be made available, likely alongside Korea and the USA, given Samsung’s history of launching beta versions in these countries first.

The second phase countries should likely include India where the second beta will be served as the first one. However, the brand hasn’t officially confirmed anything so far, and looking at how the One UI 7 Beta has been delayed multiple times in the past, we also can’t say anything for certain regarding its availability in other countries, yet.

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A separate report on X includes screenshots of a user’s chat with Samsung support, where the support team shared an image of the One UI 7 Beta program banner. This banner typically appears in the Samsung Members App for users to sign up for the beta program when it commences. Both these reports suggest that the beta is indeed coming later today and per leaks, should bring a new set of AI features, a new quick settings panel, a new lock screen bar, newer customisation options, and much more.

Samsung already confirmed earlier this year that the beta is coming by the end of 2024 and the full launch will take place alongside the Galaxy S25 series next month, likely on January 22. We’ll update the article once Samsung officially announces the One UI 7 Beta, so keep an eye out for it.

Oppo Find X8 December 2024 update has been released by the brand in India, which not only integrates the latest security patch, but also brings a set of improvements and big fixes as well. Here’s everything to know about the update.

Our Indian Find X8 unit has received a new update today, on December 4. The Oppo Find X8 December 2024 update bears version CPH2651_15.0.0.301 (EX01) and it’s a hefty one in size, coming in at about 778.81 MB. The update has the following changelog:

Camera

• Optimizes the skin tone of portraits taken with the front camera to make them look more natural.
• Produces a steadier live preview at high zoom ratios for a better sense of control with the telephoto camera.
• Improves the interactive experience of Camera and you can now add the XPAN mode to the menu for quick access.

Apps

• Now you can zoom in or out the preview of burst shots collections.
• Contacts can now be switched to a floating window.

System

• Now you can see the status of the flashlight on Live Alerts.
• Now you can drag the bottom corner of a floating window to change it to full screen.
• Fixes a display issue with existing icons on the status bar when a Live Alerts capsule is displayed.
• Improves system stability and performance.
• Integrates the December 2024 Android security patch to enhance system security.

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The Find X8 arrived in India earlier last month with a starting price of Rs 69,999. We reviewed the device and came to a conclusion that the Oppo Find X8 seems like a worthy contender against the competition and excels in almost every aspect, be it a power-packed chipset, decent display, smooth and feature-rich software, great build quality, or versatile cameras.

iQOO is now rolling out FunTouch OS 15 for iQOO Neo 9 Pro via an Open Beta program which users can sign up for. FunTouch OS 15 is based on Android 15 and brings a new set of features to Vivo’s and iQOO’s devices, such as smoother animations, more customisation options, etc.

Announced via iQOO Community, Open beta program for testing FunTouch OS 15 for iQOO Neo 9 Pro is now live. Users can head over to the System Update page and sign up for the trial via the three-dot menu. iQOO says that this “update will be randomly pushed out to a limited number of users soon and will have a broader rollout in a few days to ensure there are no critical bugs.” It also shared a partial changelog of the update, which includes:

• Added Priority scheduling algorithm, which can finely differentiate the priority level and computing power requirements of different apps and tasks to accurately allocate computing power and improve system smoothness
• Added Rapid dynamic effect engine, which is a dedicated channel opened for dynamic effects, enabling timely feedback about dynamic effects to improve visual smoothness
• Added “Circle to Search”, which allows you to select an area on the screen to search and quickly get the information you want
• Added memory enhancement technology, which accurately classifies and manages memory, compresses memory to save space, improves memory usage efficiency, and enables smooth multitasking
• Optimized system dynamic effects with the new Origin animation that incorporates principles from human factors research.

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The Open Beta version of FunTouchOS 15 for iQOO Neo 9 Pro comes with software version PD2338F_EX_A_15.1.6.7.W30 and weighs in at about 2.73GB.

In related news to the company, it launched the iQOO 13 in India on December 3. It starts at Rs 54,999 and packs features like Snapdragon 8 Elite, a 144Hz display, LPDDR5x Ultra RAM, UFS 4.1 storage, a 6000mAh battery, 120W fast charging, triple rear cameras, and much more.

Update 11/12/2024: Realme has confirmed that the Realme 14x 5G will launch and go on sale on the same date, which is December 18. It will be the first smartphone in India under Rs 15,000 segment to be IP69-rated.

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Realme 14x India launch has been tipped, and rumours suggest that the device will go on sale later this month. Aside from that, some of the device’s key specifications have also been leaked, revealing that it will come with a flagship feature but will be offered at a budget price.

Realme 14x India launch was tipped by 91mobiles, and its report citing industry sources, indicates that the device will go on sale in India on December 18th. This means that one could expect the official reveal to take place sometime during next week, but the date for that remains unconfirmed as of now.

Further, Realme 14x is also said to come with an IP69 rating and a 6,000mAh battery powering the device. These specs are usually seen in mid-range to flagship segment phones but Realme seems to be planning to spice things up in the budget segment. In addition, it’s also tipped that the Realme 14x will feature a 6.67-inch HD+ IPS LCD display.

The Realme 14x is also said to come with a Diamond Design panel. It will launch in three variants as per a recent report from the same source, which includes 6GB + 128GB, 8GB + 128GB, and 8GB + 256GB trims. The smartphone will be available in three colour options: Crystal Black, Golden Glow, and Jewel Red. Realme 14x is also tipped to feature a square-shaped camera module.

Realme 14x will be the successor to the Realme 12x 5G which debuted in India earlier this year in April. The device packs the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ Processor and was priced starting at Rs 11,999. The Realme 14x 5G could also be priced along similar lines, judging by the leaked specifications of the device. We’ll know more once the official Realme 14x India launch date is announced.

Realme Neo 7 full specs have been revealed ahead of the launch. While some of the key specs have been confirmed by Realme, such as the battery capacity and the chipset, remaining specs have been revealed via the TENAA listing of the device. Here’s what you can expect.

Realme Neo 7: Full Specs Leaked

Realme China has confirmed that the device will pack a huge 7000mAh battery under the hood which is considerably bigger than the 5500mAh cell in the GT Neo 6. Further, the device will be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ processor, along with a 7700mm2 VC cooling area with 70% ultra-wide coverage.

As for the Realme Neo 7 full specs that have been leaked via the TENAA listing, they include a 6.85-inch AMOLED screen that produces a 1.5K Resolution of 2780 x 1264 pixels, along with a 144Hz refresh rate. It will likely be an LTPO panel, enabling variable Refresh Rate support.

Next, the Realme Neo 7 will have a dual camera setup, including a 50MP f/1.9 primary sensor and an 8MP f/2.2 ultra-wide angle sensor. A 16MP sensor on the front will handle the selfies and video calls. Next, the device is expected to run on Android 15-based Realme UI 6.0 out of the box.

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The device may pack up to 16GB of RAM and up to 1TB of storage. The 7000mAh cell will support up to 80W fast wired charging. Connectivity options should include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, NFC, IR blaster, and a USB-C port for charging. The device may also have an IP rating and equip stereo speakers.

The device is set to launch in China on December 11 but there’s no word on its availability outside of the region. Realme usually launches the Neo series smartphones in India as rebadged devices, so one may expect that to happen sometime during next year, but nothing is confirmed as of now.

Xiaomi seems to be working hard to up its game in the Android updates space. Starting in 2025, Xiaomi may provide monthly Android updates to users, matching the Frequency of brands like Samsung and OnePlus. However, this isn’t confirmed yet, as it is still a mere possibility.

Xiaomi Vice President Alvin T hinted on X that Xiaomi may provide monthly Android updates beginning in 2025. While this isn’t a concrete commitment, it’s the strongest indication that Xiaomi is considering more frequent software updates for its customers.

In a subsequent post, while replying to a user, Alvin set users’ expectations right, stating he doesn’t want to “overpromise.” However, his comments suggest that progress is being made internally, as he mentioned that the team will share more details once plans are finalized.

Xiaomi seems to be working on catching up to competitors in the updates space. Brands like Samsung and OnePlus are consistent in providing monthly Android updates to not only their flagships but also their mid-ranger. In the case of Xiaomi, the company presently rolls out updates within 90 days, which is certainly higher than competitors.

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In related news to the brand, the company also seems to be working on its own mobile processor. Mass production of the chip designed in-house at Xiaomi is expected to begin in 2025. The 2025 timeline highlights Xiaomi’s ambition to join the growing ranks of tech giants investing in semiconductors, a critical area of focus for Beijing in its broader tech rivalry with the US.

Xiaomi’s processor would go beyond just helping the brand in the smartphone segment. The report says that developing in-house chipmaking expertise can help the company’s efforts toward making smarter and better-connected EVs, a segment it entered earlier this year with its first electric four-wheeler called Xiaomi SU7.

Detailed specs for the OnePlus 13R have surfaced online, suggesting that the device will have major camera and battery upgrades over this year’s OnePlus 12R. While the brand has yet to finalise a launch timeline, it is expected that the device may launch alongside the OnePlus 13 in January.

The OnePlus 13R detailed specs leak comes from 91mobiles, suggesting the device will feature a 6.78-inch 1.5K (1264 x 2780 pixels) AMOLED Display with a 120Hz Refresh Rate and 450 PPI. While these display specs remain the same as 12R, the brightness values could be higher than before.

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Processor will power the device, paired with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. However, more variants may be made available at the time of launch. As for the battery, the device will pack a 6000mAh battery, up from 5500mAh in the OnePlus 12R, coupled with 80W fast wired charging, which is a downgrade from the 100W charging found in the 12R.

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As for optics, the device will have a triple-camera setup at the back, including a 50MP f/1.8 primary sensor, an 8MP f/2.2 ultra-wide-angle sensor, and a 50MP f/2.0 tertiary sensor, which will likely be a telephoto sensor—a major upgrade over the 12R’s 2MP macro sensor. There will also be a 16MP f/2.4 front camera.

The smartphone will run OxygenOS 15.0 based on Android 15 out of the box. Other features the device will have include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB Type-C, an in-display optical fingerprint sensor, and an Infrared remote control. While it’s not mentioned in the report, the device should likely retain the stereo speaker setup from the 12R.

The OnePlus 13R will likely be a rebranded OnePlus Ace 5, which is confirmed to launch in China on December 12. Speaking of the global launch, we might see that happen next month alongside the launch of the OnePlus 13.