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Samsung Galaxy F55 review

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Samsung’s Galaxy F series of smartphones have always lagged behind the brand’s similarly specced A series smartphones. This time around, it’s quite the opposite, where, with the latest Galaxy F55, the company is offering something new and fresh with a vegan leather finish along with some flagship features. I have been testing the Galaxy F55 as my daily driver for over two weeks, and here is a full review of Samsung’s latest mid-tier smartphone. Back to the vegan leather bandwagon The orange vegan leather finish goes well with the golden frame (Image credit: Vivek Umashankar/The Indian Express) Phones with vegan leather panels are currently on trend, and Samsung was one of the first phone manufacturers to offer this finish on a phone, almost a decade ago. With the Galaxy F55, the brand has reconsidered this, and I think it’s a fantastic decision. You don’t need a case, as the back panel offers an ample amount of grip, and the company isn’t including one with the phone. Unlike a phone with a glass, plastic, or metal …

Google’s Android 14 May Security Update Rolls Out, Pixel 8 Gets Camera Bug Fix: How to Download

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Google has rolled out the Android 14 May security update for supported Pixel smartphones. Earlier this week, the company announced that its latest updates for Pixel phones and the Pixel Tablet bring fixes for one critical severity and many high severity bugs in Android system components. The company has also revealed that it has resolved a camera-related bug on the Pixel 8 series, while a Bluetooth issue affecting some Pixel handsets has also been fixed with the latest May Android security update. According to the company’s release notes, the latest Google Pixel monthly security update is available for the company’s recent handsets, from the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro to the Pixel 5a 5G. According to the company, Pixel smartphones that are running on Android 14 will get the May security update, which is expected to roll out to all users in phases within a week. Pixel phone owners to download and install the May security update will benefit from improvements to stability or performance for Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) audio on their smartphones, …

HyperOS Update Schedule for Q2 2024 Announced by Xiaomi: See List of Eligible Xiaomi, Redmi Smartphones

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HyperOS — Xiaomi’s new skin for Android smartphones — has been rolled out to several eligible smartphone models since the update was released in the country at the end of February. The company has now announced the next phase of the HyperOS update to eligible Xiaomi and Redmi smartphones and tablets in the country. The Chinese smartphone maker’s new handsets, smart home devices, and electric vehicles — such as the new Xiaomi SU7 — are all expected to run on HyperOS. The company shared its HyperOS rollout plan for Q2 2024 via a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday. The list of eligible smartphones includes the Xiaomi 11 Lite, Xiaomi 11i. Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge, Xiaomi 11T Pro, Mi 11 Ultra, Mi 10, Redmi K50i, Redmi 12, Redmi 11 Prime, along with the Redmi 13C series and Redmi Note 11 series. The Xiaomi Pad 5 will also be updated to HyperOS, according to the firm. When the HyperOS update arrives for these Xiaomi and Redmi devices, users should see improvements to system performance, task switching, and message delivery. Meanwhile, the …

Samsung expands Galaxy AI features to more devices with OneUI 6.1 update | Technology News

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Samsung has officially confirmed the OneUI 6.1 update will roll out starting March 28 for eligible previous-generation Galaxy S series and Z series flagship smartphones to enable Galaxy AI features. The update will also be available for the Galaxy Tab S9 series in April. In an official press note, Samsung said, “Galaxy AI puts our groundbreaking suite of AI tools in the palm of more users’ hands in different form factors — tailoring the mobile experience to their needs. Now, Samsung is bringing Galaxy AI features to even more users across the Galaxy ecosystem.” Samsung originally introduced the Galaxy AI features with the launch of the Galaxy S24 series of smartphones in February, and the company is now rolling out those features to the previous generation flagships. The update will be rolled out to the unlocked versions of the previous generation flagship Galaxy smartphones, including foldable and non-foldable devices. List of Samsung smartphones gaining Galaxy AI features via OneUI 6.1 update: Samsung Galaxy S23 UltraSamsung Galaxy S23+Samsung Galaxy S23Samsung Galaxy S23 FESamsung Galaxy Z Flip5Samsung …

Samsung announces Galaxy F15 with four generations of promised Android OS upgrades | Technology News

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Samsung on Monday announced its latest budget 5G smartphone — Galaxy F15, powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ SoC. The device comes in two memory variants with 4/6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage with a starting price of Rs 12,999. This is one of the most affordable smartphones in the country that promises four years of Android version upgrades and five years of security updates. The smartphone currently ships with Android 14 OS-based OneUI 6 and will receive updates until Android 18. On the flagships like the Galaxy S24 series, Samsung offers up to seven years of software support. The Samsung Galaxy F15 will be available via Flipkart and the company’s official website starting at 7 PM today with a starting price of Rs 11,999 for the base model and Rs 13,499 for the fully specced variant, which includes a Rs 1,000 discount for HDFC Bank card users. The Galaxy F15 comes in Ash Black, Jazzy Green and Groovy Violet colours. The Samsung Galaxy F15 comes with a 6.6-inch FHD+ AMOLED …

OnePlus 12R Gets Camera Improvements With Its First Software Update in India

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OnePlus 12R with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC and Android 14-based OxygenOS 14 was launched in India last month as an affordable variant of the OnePlus 12. Now, the handset has started receiving its first software update in India since its release. The phone will go on sale in India starting February 6. The update brings camera improvements for the OnePlus 12R alongside system stability and performance upgrades. It also adds power consumption optimisations in certain scenarios. The update is around 400MB in size. The Chinese smartphone brand has started rolling out OxygenOS version 14.0.0.307 (EX01) to the OnePlus 12R units in India. The update is around 400MB in size and includes system stability and performance improvements. The latest OxygenOS update adds Improvements to the stability and compatibility of networks and Bluetooth connections. OnePlus 12R changelog   OnePlus has provided some rear camera improvements in the OnePlus 12R. The first update also brings improvements to indoor photography. The software update bundles the power consumption optimisation to extend battery life. The global rollout is expected to …

OnePlus Open Receiving Android 14-Based OxygenOS 14 Build in India

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OnePlus Openwas launched in India in October last year as the company’s first foldable phone. The handset is equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC and runs Oxygen OS 13 based on Android 13. Now, the Chinese smartphone manufacturer is rolling out Oxygen OS 14 based on Android 14 to the OnePlus Open after extensive beta trials. The stable update brings new features including File Dock, Content Extraction, and Smart Cutout. OnePlus Open users who have participated in the beta programmes will receive the build initially. The Android 14-based OxygenOS 14 update for the OnePlus Open in India was announced through a post on the OnePlus community forum. The update comes with the firmware version CPH2551_14.0.0.400(EX01). The update will be first pushed to OnePlus Open users who have participated in the Closed Beta and Open Beta programmes and it will gradually roll out to the regular users. Users are advised to have at least 30 percent battery and 5GB of internal space available on their devices before installing the update. OnePlus Open Android 14 official …

Nothing Phone 1 Android 14-Based Nothing OS 2.5 Stable Update Rolling Out to Users

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Nothing Phone 1 currently runs stable Android 13-based Nothing OS 1.5. The company has now announced that that it has started to roll out the Android 14-based stable Nothing OS 2.5 update for the Phone 1. In the detailed changelog, the update is said to bring improvements across different features including the signature Glyph Interface. It also introduces newer customisations and gestures and is claimed to enhance several user experiences on the handset. Notably, the Nothing Phone 1 launched in India in July 2022. According to the changelog listed by Nothing, the Nothing OS 2.5 update for Nothing Phone 1 introduces a redesigned joint Home and Lock Screen customisation page said to offer a refined edit wallpaper flow to give a more comprehensive options view. It introduces a new Atmosphere wallpaper effect that helps transform the background image into a dynamic wallpaper and a seamless transition between the lock and home screen. The update also adds a monochrome theme to the basic colour section and presents solid colour wallpapers. The Glyph Interface also sees augmentations with …

Nokia G42 5G Android 14 Update Reportedly Rolling Out to Users in India

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Nokia G42 5G is reportedly receiving the Android 14 updated in India, and this makes it the first HMD Global phone in India to receive the update. The latest Android OS was introduced in the Google I/O event in May 2023, and subsequently, the Google Pixel 8 series became the first to receive the update at its launch in October last year. Since then, many smartphone makers such as Samsung, OnePlus, Xiaomi and others have started rolling it out to their smartphones. HMD Global has now joined the list. The OTA update also reportedly includes the December 2023 Android security patch. As per a report by Nokia Power User, the Android 14 update for the Nokia G42 5G is being rolled out in India and a few other markets. We weren’t able to confirm if the update is indeed rolling out, but if you haven’t received the update yet, then not to worry. These updates roll out in batches and it might take a few days for everyone in India to get the update. It …

Oppo Reno 11 Pro, Reno 11 to Debut With Android 14-Based ColorOS 14 in India, Will Get 3 OS Upgrades

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Oppo Reno 11 Pro and Oppo Reno 11 will go official in India on January 12. Ahead of the launch, the Chinese smartphone brand has confirmed that the Oppo Reno 11 series will run on Android-14 based ColorOS 14 in the country. Additionally, Oppo has promised three generations of Android updates and up to four years of security updates for the latest flagship handsets. The Oppo Reno 11 series was launched in China in November last year. The Indian version of Oppo Reno 11 is said to run on a MediaTek Dimensity 7050 SoC, while the Pro model could get a MediaTek Dimensity 8200 SoC. Through a press release on Tuesday, Oppo announced that both Oppo Reno 11 Pro and Reno 11 will ship with Android 14-based ColorOS 14 out of the box in India. The flagship handsets are confirmed to receive three major Android version upgrades and four years of security updates. This means the upcoming smartphones should get up to Android 17. ColorOS 14, Oppo’s new custom skin, was introduced in November last year …