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Realme GT 6T vs POCO F6: Battle of Performance-focused Smartphones
Sagnik Das Gupta
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While both the Realme GT 6T and POCO F6 are excellent devices for the price of around Rs 30,000, there are some differences that set them apart. While the Realme GT 6T offers better display tech and battery, the POCO F6 offers slightly better gaming performance and cameras. It all boils down to your preferences.
The POCO F6 offers amazing performance thanks to the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3. This phone is an entertainment powerhouse with its 10+2 Bit Dolby Vision display that produces good colors. It comes with a 5000mAh battery that can be quickly topped off with the 120W charger shipped in the box. For a starting price of Rs 29,999, it becomes an easy recommendation for anyone who prioritizes performance over anything else.
To download YouTube videos to your Android phone, use the Download option within YouTube available with the Premium subscription. Open source app Seal or YouTube client NewPipe, and SSYouTube let you download YouTube videos to your phone's storage.
The Realme GT 6T is quite the all-rounder, with an extra bit of focus on its performance, thanks to the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3. In addition to the processor, you get to see a stunning 120Hz LTPO curved AMOLED display, a big 5,000mAh battery with 120W fast charging as well as a decent Sony LYT 600 primary sensor. All of this for Rs 31,000 makes a whole lot of sense and is an easy recommendation in my books.
Getting the Google Pixel 8a for Rs 52,999 does not make sense, especially, since you already have phones like the iQOO 12 and OnePlus 12R that bring you more for less. Besides, if you're looking to buy a compact phone specifically, there's the Samsung Galaxy S23's 8GB/256GB variant which costs about the same and brings more storage than the 8a's base model. The poor thermal management and incorrigible front design of the phone make it a hard phone to recommend. My suggestion? Wait for the price to drop in the coming months if you're that hellbent towards getting it.
You can connect your AirPods with an Android phone via Bluetooth, and it works as well as any other wireless earphones. Features like ANC, transparency mode and gesture controls do work, but certain features like Spatial audio, audio sharing, device switching and Find My remain exclusive for Apple devices.
Nothing OS has built-in AirPods support, allowing users to see current battery levels and automatic detection of AirPods version. You also see an AirPods icon in the Bluetooth quick settings tile. This feature is available on all Nothing smartphones. However, these are the only things that this feature allows you to do.
Android's recent feature additions make it hard especially for scammers to get away with their business. Some of them include OTP Autohide and Login protection, record a single app, and scanning for deceptive links.
The Moto Edge 50 Fusion has landed in India with a price tag starting from Rs 22,999. This is Rs 3,000 less than the Nothing Phone 2a. For cheaper, the Edge 50 Fusion provides a fast charger and case right in the box. Meanwhile, the Phone 2a has none of those. However, the Phone 2a comes with a cleaner software experience, more power with the Dimensity 7200 Pro as well as a great ultra-wide-angle sensor. The Edge 50 Fusion, on the other hand, brings a formidable primary rear camera sensor and premium design.
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Many Pixel users have installed the Android 15 beta, but due to the unstable experience, users are looking to downgrade from Android 15 to Android 14. If you are in the same boat, follow our detailed tutorial and move back to the stable Android 14 release.
Android 15 Beta 2 has just released a month after the Beta 1 rolled out, and there are two more updates to come before Platform Stability. Android Beta updates bring a slew of improvements and major features that you can try out, and if you have a Pixel device, here's how to install Android 15 Beta on it.
This Trick Lets You Use Gestures with Third-Party Launchers on Xiaomi Phones but It’s a Hassle
Sagnik Das Gupta
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If you're a Xiaomi user, you probably already know the pain of not being to use third-party launcher with gestures on the phone. However, there's a workaround. This trick requires you to firstly download a third-party launcher -> set it as default launcher -> go to Xiaomi phone's Second Space -> head over to Home Screen settings -> select Gestures navigation -> switch back to regular space.
In all honesty, it's better to stay as far away as possible from the Google Pixel 8a. If you're still able to avail the Pixel 8 at $549, don't think twice and get that instead. If not, I'd still recommend not getting the 8a. The ugly bezels, plastic body and software optimization issues make it easy for me to never recommend it to anyone over the Pixel 8. The latter is just a more stable and premium device, and will give you your money's worth for sure.
Safe Mode in Android or any operating system boots the operating system with the bare minimum of apps and processes required for the OS to function. You can boot into safe mode by long pressing the power menu or using the physical keys while the phone is turning on.
Losing your Android phone is easily one of the worst feelings, as you risk your personal data getting into the wrong hands. Thankfully, Android's Find My Device experience has been overhauled, and it lets you find your Android device even if it's turned off or not connected to the internet.
This HyperOS Feature Is a Game Changer (But It’s Missing on Most Xiaomi Phones)
Sagnik Das Gupta
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Xiaomi undoubtedly has one of the largest catalog of products, and also the HyperOS interconnectivity feature to back it up as seamlessly as possible. But, the feature is not available across all of the brand's devices, even if they're running on the latest HyperOS version. If Xiaomi wants its ecosystem to thrive, it has to offer flexibility that brands like Samsung and OnePlus do. Keeping the feature limited to only premium offerings is a wasted potential, and the brand should definitely work towards expanding it.
Android phones are not impervious to issues and one of the most common issues is when an Android phone refuses to charge. Some of the reasons this may happen is due to a bad charger and cable, software issues, dirty charging port, phone heating up, and battery going bad.
Pixel 8a: Why is Google So Tone-Deaf on Pixel Pricing in India?
Abubakar Mohammed
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Google has announced the Pixel 8a in India at Rs 52,000, and it proves that with each passing year, Google distances itself from understanding the Indian smartphone scene. The steep price increase makes us believe that Google still doesn't understand the Indian market.
Google's new Find My Device network rolled out recently on Android, and it lets you find lost devices with ease. It uses other Android devices on the network as they act like beacons to communicate with each other and detect your device's Bluetooth signal and location. Here's how to effectively use it.
In this article, we have explored and created aa wish list of features and improvements that we would like to see in the the coming One UI 7 that will come out this year. We have included features like App Sandbox for privacy, customizable icons and multiple lock and home screen set ups, and improvements towards quick settings panel and camera Pro Mode.
Samsung is considering not upgrading Galaxy S25 series' battery specifications. Instead, to compensate, the Korean giant is developing "Battery AI," a feature that could boost the battery on the Galaxy S25 series by 5-10% by "killing unwanted processes" in the background.
Latest Pixel 8a Leak Reveals All Specs Ahead of Google I/O 2024
Abubakar Mohammed
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A new Google Pixel 8a leak has revealed almost everything about the upcoming Google Pixel 8a. The device will feature Tensor G3, dual rear cameras, 4,492 mAh battery with 27W fast charging, and rumors suggest 7 years of major updates.
Nothing Phone (3): Potential Release Date, Leaked Specs, Rumors, and More
Abubakar Mohammed
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It's almost that time of the year when Nothing launches a new flagship Nothing Phone. The upcoming Nothing Phone (3) could feature Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, a bigger 5,000 mAh battery with faster charging, improvements to Nothing OS 3.0 and Glyph interface, and hopefully better cameras.
Don’t Miss Out: Oppo Find N3 Flip on Sale for Rs 47,999 in India (Limited Time Offer)
Anshuman Jain
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The Oppo N3 Flip, originally priced at ₹94,999, is now available for ₹49,999 on Flipkart's Big Saving Days sale. This deal is valid for May 2nd with or without exchange, and includes a ₹2,000 additional discount for SBI Credit card holders, that brings the price down to ₹47,999.
Get the Galaxy S23 for Under Rs. 45,000 in Flipkart Big Saving Days Sale Now!
Abubakar Mohammed
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Flipkart currently has a sale ongoing and a few Samsung Galaxy smartphones are heavily discounted. The S23 deal stands out with the same being available for just Rs 46,999 versus Rs 64,999 usually. The S23 FE and S21 FE are available for Rs 39,999 and Rs 29,999, respectively.
Samsung is reportedly testing Wear OS 5 on Galaxy Watch 6. With Google expected to showcase Wear OS 5 in its upcoming I/O 2024 event, we can expect the the first Wear OS 5 Beta for the Watch6 to come out soon.
A recent finding suggests that Android 15 could add to the betterment of user experience by incorporating a better landscape mode experience on the lock screen and notifications panels. The lock screen and notification panel would then be able to use the extended space effectively.
Scanning documents on your phone is easy on Android, thanks to built-in and third party document scanning apps. Most manufacturers include a built-in document scanner, but third-party apps like Adobe Scan have more editing features to make your documents look the best.
Android’s At a Glance is Moving to the Bottom of the Lock Screen
Abubakar Mohammed
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Pixel's beloved At a Glance widget, despite its usefulness, hasn't seen significant updates. While the ability to remove it from the home screen is being tested, a new change on Android 15 might place it at the bottom of your screen, similar to Live Activities on iOS.
Nothing Phone 2a has received a new Blue Edition in India, and I have gotten my hands on it ahead of its sale on May 2. The Blue color variant is my second favorite color option after the White. The phone's frame is also blue with black buttons. The Blue color variant also has better display tuning than the other two color options.
5 Android Features That Make Switching to iOS Impossible (For Me)
Abubakar Mohammed
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There are some features on Android that make so much more sense, and they've been missing on iPhones for now. While naming them all could be challenging, here are my five favorite features on Android that stop me from making the switch over to iOS.
Nothing Phone (2a) Gets a Sleek New Blue Color Exclusive to India
Abubakar Mohammed
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Nothing has unveiled a new "Designed for India" Blue colorway for the Nothing Phone (2a). This India-exclusive shade is a deep blue variant that can appears lighter or subdued based on the surrounding light conditions. It's a stylish addition to the Phone (2a)'s existing palette, which consists of Black, White, and Milky White color variants.
Google Play Store Finally Lets You Download Multiple Apps at Once
Abubakar Mohammed
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Google has finally started rolling out to the Play Store the ability to download multiple apps at once. Although parallel downloads are now possible, Google only allows you to download two apps at once. Additional downloads will wait in the queue until either one of the ongoing apps are installed completely.
The Pixel tablet released last year was supposed to be Google's redemption in the tablet market but it did not work out for them. So for their next tablet, they should go back to the drawing board and put efforts in improving the hardware and software features while also ditching any gimmicks.
Samsung's next Galaxy Unpacked event is reportedly set for July 10th in Paris. This aligns with Samsung's usual launch schedule for its second Unpacked event in the mid-year. As per reports, the company is expected to unveil the Galaxy Z Fold 6, Z Flip 6, alongside the Galaxy Watch 7 series with a potential debut for the Galaxy Ring.
The Three Deaths of Nokia: A Look Back at What Led to Their Demise
Anshuman Jain
Abubakar Mohammed
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In this article, we take a look back at the history of Nokia as the different times the brand died, was given a new life and then died again. From refusing to adopt the touch screen to switching to Windows Phone and finally making the jump to Android with HMD. This story of Nokia is a brief lesson on what not to do as a smartphone manufacturer.
The Ultra XDR feature in Nothing OS 2.5.5 is a format that allows for more detail in bright and dark areas of images. It's a rebrand of the Ultra HDR feature found in Android 14 and above. The feature can be enabled in the camera settings and results in brighter images with more detail, but at the cost of larger file sizes. It's not exclusive to Nothing devices, with Samsung and OnePlus using similar features.
HMD’s First Non-Nokia Phones Are Here and They’re Self-Repairable
Abubakar Mohammed
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The lineup consists of three devices — the HMD Pulse, Pulse+, and Pulse Pro. The firm claims that with Gen 1 repairability, users can use self-repair kits from iFixit to replace components like the battery with ease. All Pulse come with Unisoc T606 Processor, 720p LCD 90Hz displays, 5000 mAh battery, and dual-rear cameras.
Gemini user experience could soon get better with the ability to respond over other apps. The current Gemini experience is tardy because whenever you ask questions, the app force switches and takes you from whatever app you have opened to the Gemini app to show the results
CMF may be launching its first smartphone. A new device with model number "A015" and codename "Tetris" was spotted, possibly indicating a budget-friendly CMF smartphone. Since the model number does not match up with previous Nothing smartphones and the brand name appeared as "CMF by Nothing" in BIS certification almost confirming that it is not the upcoming Phone (3).
New Android 15 Privacy Feature Could Protect You from Screen Recording Scams
Abubakar Mohammed
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Recent additions to Android's code suggest that Android 15 could soon use ways to protect your sensitive information when screen recording. A new option has been found inside Android 15's Developer Options called "Disable screen share protection". The feature could help you disable system protections for sensitive app content during screen-sharing.
How to Enable and Use Quick Share (Previously Nearby Share) on Chromebook
Abubakar Mohammed
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Quick Share (formerly Nearby Share) is Google's answer to AirDrop. It's available across devices in the Android ecosystem, and can help you swiftly transfer files from Android, to Chromebook, or even Windows. Enabling Quick Share on Chromebook is as easy as opening ChromeOS quick settings, clicking Quick Share, and selecting visible to my devices or visible to everyone.