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Here's how to protect your Samsung Galaxy Fold from breaking

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Devesh Arora
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Samsung Galaxy Fold units have already started breaking. (Image: MKBHD)

Samsung announced one of the first foldable smartphones at their recent Unpacked event. The Samsung Galaxy Fold is finally up for pre-orders in the U.S. and the company has started giving away review units to the media. Within less than 24 hours, users have started complaining about the Galaxy Fold's screen. Here's how you can keep your Galaxy Fold safe when you get one.

Unlike the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 fiasco, this one is not that big of a problem. Apparently, Samsung shipped these review units without the warning sign that states "Attention: The main screen includes a special protective layer. Peeling off the protective layer or using any adhesives on the main screen, such as screen protectors, may cause damage."

As these units did not have a warning on them, users including Marques Brownlee from MKBHD removed the protective layer thinking it of as some sort of screen protector. That caused the damage to the main screen and his all-new foldable smartphone stopped working within a few hours of him unboxing it.

On the other hand, Dieter from TheVerge, claims that his unit of Samsung Galaxy Fold got a line on the main screen just after two days of usage. Notably, he did not peel off the protective layer and still got into a problem.

So, if you are looking out to buy a new Samsung Galaxy Fold, we would recommend to wait for a few weeks until more reviews come out. Also, if you managed to get one, make sure you do not peel off the protective layer, which will end up breaking up your all-new shiny 2000 USD smartphone.

OnePlus 3, OnePlus 3T finally get Android 9 Pie: Here's how to install it right away

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Tech Desk
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OnePlus 3/3T finally get the much-awaited Android 9 Pie update.

While Google is working hard on releasing the next big Android update, OnePlus has finally rolled out last year's Android Pie for the 3-year old flagship devices. OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T have started receiving the Android 9 Pie update. However, the update is currently a part of the company's Community Beta program.

In order to get the update installed, users should be on the latest Open Beta or Stable build of OxygenOS on the OnePlus 3/3T. The Open Beta users will then need to download the appropriate file and update their devices through Recovery Update. Users on the stable build have the advantage of simply installing the update via Local or Recovery Update.

The new Android 9 Pie update for both the devices weigh in at around 1.6GB and interested users can download the appropriate file from the links below.

As far as the changelog is concerned, the update brings Google's Android 9 Pie operating system and all its new features. Apart from that, it introduces the latest April 2019 Android Security Patch. It also brings a new Do Not Disturb mode with adjustable settings, deep integration with Google Duo and integrated Google Lens mode for the stock camera app. The old OnePlus devices also get the new Gaming Mode 3.0 with new text notification mode and notification for 3rd party calls.

Also Read: Vivo V15 Pro gets FunTouch OS 9 1.20.1 update: Brings changes to UI elements, new control centre and more

It is quite impressive to see that OnePlus is updating a phone that is now almost three years old. Also, it is the third major update for the smartphone, which is quite difficult to witness these days where most Android smartphones get only two major updates.

Vivo V15 Pro gets FunTouch OS 9 1.20.1 update: Brings changes to UI elements, new control centre and more

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Devesh Arora
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Vivo V15 Pro comes with a pop-up selfie camera

Vivo has rolled out yet another update for its popular Vivo V15 Pro smartphone. The smartphone runs on FunTouch OS 9, which is based on Google's Android Pie o[erating system. With the new 1.20.1 update, the company brings a complete overhaul for a lot of the UI elements. Here's everything that has changed with the new update.

As soon as you boot up the smartphone for the first time after the update, you will notice that the Face Unlock icon now has a smiley and a rainbow effect to it, which in my opinion looks really great. Further, the update has also introduced around seven new animations for the in-display fingerprint scanner and around nine new Always-on-Display styles.

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The new update brings changes to the UI elements.

Alongside the new UI elements, the update also brings a few new wallpapers to the table to give the phone a more refreshing look and feel. There is also a new control centre, which is more or less inspired by Apple's iOS operating system. Brightness and Volume sliders get an iOS-like feel to them. Also, the control centre can expand further to bring something called Shortcut centre.

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The new range of AOD styles and fingerprint animations are quite attractive.

The changelog also suggests that the new update brings optimisations to processing of contacts, the effect of the rear camera, compatibility of Wi-Fi networks, audio parameters and more. The update also offers improved system security, stability and compatibility with the third-party apps.

Also Read: Google will deliver Android Q updates via its Play Store

My personal favourite changes are the new Always-on-Display styles as well as the new animations for the in-display fingerprint scanner. They give the phone a much more refreshing feel.

Samsung Galaxy A70 launched in India: Price, specifications and more

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Devesh Arora
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Samsung Galaxy A70 is available in three colour variants.

Samsung recently unveiled a couple of new A-series smartphones at an event in Bangkok. One of those smartphones was the Samsung Galaxy A70. The device is finally arriving in India and will be priced at Rs. 28,990. The key highlights of the smartphone include the Super AMOLED Infinity-U display, on-screen fingerprint sensor, a 4,500mAh battery and much more.

Samsung Galaxy A70 Specifications

Samsung Galaxy A70 features a 6.7-inch FullHD+ Super AMOLED Infinity-U display. The device is powered by the mid-range Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 processor. It packs in 6GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage, which is further expandable up to 512GB via a microSD card slot. The dual-SIM handset runs on Android 9 Pie based One UI out of the box. All of this is backed by a 4,500mAh battery with support for fast charging technology.

In terms of the optics, the Samsung Galaxy A70 comes with a triple camera setup at the back consisting of a 32-megapixel primary sensor, 8-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 5-megapixel depth sensor. Up front, there is a 32-megapixel selfie shooter with f/2.0 aperture.

Price and Availability

The all-new Samsung Galaxy A70 will go on pre-booking starting April 20 and interested buyers can pre-book the device until the end of this month. The smartphone will be available only in a single variant and it is priced at Rs. 28,990. It will be available via retail stores, Flipkart, Samsung e-shop, and Samsung opera house. The phone will be available in three colour variants, Blue, Black and White.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy A80 alternatives: Vivo V15 Pro, OnePlus 6T and more

Additionally, the users who pre-book the device can purchase the Samsung U Flex wireless in-ear headphones for just Rs. 999 instead of its usual Rs. 3,799 price tag.

Google Play Store to soon allow simultaneous app downloads

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Tech Desk
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Google Play Store to also get the new Material Design

Google is looking forward to bring tons of new exciting features to the Android app store, Google Play Store. According to a recent report, the company is working on bringing a much-awaited feature, simultaneous app downloads. As the name suggests, the feature will allow users to download multiple apps simultaneously instead of downloading them one by one.

According to a recent report by Android Police, some users have already started to notice that the feature has been enabled on their phone. The change has not yet arrived everywhere so it might take some time before it reaches your smartphone. As per the report, this might be a server-side change, which means Google will roll it out region by region.

The report comes soon after a Reddit user shares a screenshot of getting Android system updates via the Google Play Store. Apart from that, Googe is also testing a new feature called internal app sharing. The feature will allow developers to share a rough version of an app or app update to those invited to an internal test channel.

Also Read: Here’s how Apple is making iOS 13 better than Android Q: Undo gesture, multiple windows and more

Additionally, there is also a new updated Play Protect interface with the update. It also brings the ability to search for TV shows by networks. The Android app store is also expected to get the new Material Design makeover soon. These changes will slowly roll out to everyone soon.

Realme 3 Pro to go on pre-orders starting April 19: Here's how to get one

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Tech Desk
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Realme introduces Blind Order for their upcoming smartphone

Realme is gearing up to launch their next budget smartphone, the Realme 3 Pro. The smartphone's launch is scheduled for April 22. However, for the ones who cannot wait any longer, Realme has introduced Blind pre-orders. The pre-orders will start from April 19 and here's how you can get one.

Madhav Sheth, the chief of Realme's Indian division, tweeted via his official account, "Blind sale on 19th April starts from midnight." However, this is not like every other smartphone pre-orders. Here, users will need to register themselves without needing to pay anything. If the fan is lucky enough, he will get an R-Pass, using which they can grab Realme 3 Pro during the first sale.

There are only 5,000 R-passes and the pre-orders will begin on April 19 at midnight 12 AM. The pre-orders will be listed on Realme's official website and users can register themselves for free. If you do not have an existing account, we would recommend making one as that will speed up the process.

Also Read: Top 5 budget smartphones with good battery life: Redmi Note 7 Pro, Realme 3 and more

Fans trying to get their hands-on the Realme 3 Pro will not know any of its specifications or features. However, they can still believe in some of the leaks and rumours. According to recent leaks, the Realme 3 Pro is expected to come with a 6.3-inch FullHD+ display and up to 6GB of RAM. The device will be backed by a 3,960 mAh battery. It will run on ColorOS 6.0 based on Android 9 Pie out of the box.

Google will deliver Android Q updates via its Play Store

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Devesh Arora
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Future Android updates are expected to arrive via the Play Store.

Google recently rolled out the first developer preview of the Android Q. Just like previous Android versions, people using phones from OEMs other than OnePlus, Nokia and Google will have to wait for nearly 6-7 months in order to get the update. However, Google aims to change that by pushing Android updates via Google Play Store.

According to a recent post on Reddit, the user claims that they received an Android software update via the Google Play Store. This type of update was noticed on the latest iteration of Android, the Android Q Beta 2. It is quite different from what Android users have gotten used to.

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A screenshot posted by the Reddit user.

If things work out well, Google will be able to change the way updates are handled. While the Reddit user claims it was a relatively small update package, the new system can even be used to deliver Android Security Patches as well as major Android update in the future. However, on the other end, this could also mean that Google will stick with the Settings menu for major updates and use the Play Store to deliver the minor updates.

Also Read: Top five Xposed Modules for Android in 2019: GravityBox, Greenify and more

The new way of delivering Android updates will make it easier for other OEMs. It will also make sure all Android phones, no matter from which OEM, are up-to-date and are secure to use. The change will is most expected to come with the Android Q's final build.

Here's how Apple is making iOS 13 better than Android Q: Undo gesture, multiple windows and more

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Tech Desk
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Apple will improve its Mail app with iOS 13.

Apple is gearing up to release the much-awaited iOS 13 update for iPhones and iPads. The company has scheduled a yearly World Wide Developer Conference (WWDC), which is set to begin on June 3, 2019. With the new iOS 13 update, the company is planning to introduce tons of exciting features.

To begin with, there will be a much-awaited system-wide dark mode for both iPhones as well as iPads. Interestingly, even the iPad apps that run on Mac via Marzipan will also be able to take advantage of the new dark mode. The Dark Mode will especially be useful on the newer iPhones like iPhone X, iPhone Xs and iPhone Xs Max as it will help saving battery using OLED displays.

Apart from this, there are a ton of iPad-specific features in the upcoming update. One of these changes includes the ability to use multiple windows. Each one can contain sheets that will be initially attached to one portion of the screen. However, the user can detach them with a drag gesture, after which that will become a card, which can be moved around. The cards will even support stacking and use a depth effect to indicate which are on top.

In order to increase productivity, the new update will force Safari on the iPad to automatically ask for a desktop version of a website when necessary. This will make using an iPad much easier and users will be able to bring out its true potential.

The upcoming iOS 13 will also bring a new undo gesture, which will allow users to swipe with three fingers in the keyboard area. Users can either do the three-finger swipe gesture towards the left to undo or towards the right to redo.

Also Read: Apple Music receives a price cut in India, now starts at Rs 99

Apart from that, the iOS 13 update will also make the Apple Mail app much better than before. The app will now automatically organize messages into categories such as marketing, purchases, travel, and not important. In order to make things easier for the user, the app will also allow content searching across all categories.

PUBG Mobile 0.12.0 update uploading as servers go down: Here's what to expect

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Tech Desk
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PUBG Mobile 0.12.0 update is just around the corner.

PUBG Mobile or PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds Mobile recently made an announcement regarding the upcoming 0.12.0 update. The update is a much-awaited one as it promises to bring tons of exciting features such as the revamped survival mode, Darkest Night mode and much more. The servers are currently down for maintenance as the company is uploading the game files for the upcoming update.

The much-anticipated PUBG Mobile 0.12.0 update will be available starting April 17 on both iOS and Android platforms. However, the company has not yet confirmed any timestamp on the same. This also means that the PUBG Mobile servers will remain down for a couple of hours for 'maintenance' purposes.

As per the patch notes released by Tencent Games earlier this week, the 0.12.0 update will bring Survive Till Dawn 2.0, which is an upgrade to the already available PUBG Mobile x Resident Evil 2 survival game mode. Additionally, the new upgrade will be revamped with new gruesome ghouls and never-before-seen ballistic weaponry for even more nightmarish gameplay.

One of the more exciting features of the new update will be the new Darkest Night mode. As the name suggests, the mode will allow players to team up or even drop-in solo to survive the undead invasion and toxic gas until evacuation. The company has finally added a Spectator Mode as well to the game. Now, players can observe the action live by spectating the matches of their friends, Crew and Clan members.

Also Read: Top 5 smartphones that can run PUBG Mobile on high settings: Redmi Note 7 Pro, Poco F1 and more

Moreover, the new update also brings crosshair modifications. Surprisingly, the Red Dot, holographic, 2x scope and 3x scopes can now be adjusted to different colours. Users can even customise the shape variations of the red dot reticle.

Zaap Aqua Xtreme wireless earphones launched in India: Price, features and more

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Tech Desk
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Zaap Aqua Xtreme come with an impressive IPX7 rating

Zaap India has just unveiled a new pair of wireless earphones, the Zaap Aqua Xtreme. As the name suggests, the earphones are water resistant and come with an IPX7 rating. They even get a NANO-X coting for an extra layer of protection. While other earphones are only rated for slight sprinkles of water, Zaap Aqua Xtreme can even be used in the shower.

Apart from the water resistance, the wireless earphones also get a set of extra features that aim to improve connectivity, audio and the overall user experience. It comes with a CSR Chipset and Qualcomm AptX technology. Interestingly enough, the earphones also get CVC 6.0 Noise Cancellation Technology for unhindered perfect sound delivery.

As for connectivity, the Zaap Aqua Xtreme uses Bluetooth 4.1 and also supports Multi-Device Connectivity, which means one can connect more than one device to the earphones simultaneously. In order to keep it all juiced-up, there is a 90mAh battery inside for which the company claims an impressive 9 hours of playtime on a single charge.

The Zaap Aqua Xtreme also gets a one-touch Multi-Functional Button (MFB) which assists one to execute the device with a single button to switch the Power on and off, Answering a call, Ending a call and Rejecting a call and more.

Also Read: Apple Music receives a price cut in India, now starts at Rs 99

With such earphones and the IPX7 rating, Zaap is clearly bringing this product for people who engage in intense workout sessions. The price tag of Rs. 2,949 means that the earphones bring dozens of features without breaking the bank. The Bluetooth earphones will be available at Amazon, Snapdeal, Zaaptech.com as well as offline retail stores.

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