Samsung launched the Galaxy S23 series without seamless updates, breaking Google's rules
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While the S23 series use dynamic partitions (ie. they have a "super" partition), they don't implement the virtual A/B partition scheme.
The idea behind seamless support is to minimize your downtime when updating your phone. Instead of having to sit through a lengthy reboot and install process, a phone with seamless updates can install its software to a second partition while you use the main one.
All devices that launch with Android 13 using chipsets that support Virtual A/B are MUST have it to pass Google's VTS test for it to be released.
Google previously said that non-A/B OTA update mechanism will be deprecated starting in Android 13 and it's support will be removed from release tools and recovery in AOSP.
Samsung might have skipped out on this feature as it takes up extra storage and the S23 series were given as exception as you can ask for skip on certain tests or requirements depending how big the OEM is and with Samsung, Google cannot say no to them.
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While the S23 series use dynamic partitions (ie. they have a "super" partition), they don't implement the virtual A/B partition scheme.
The idea behind seamless support is to minimize your downtime when updating your phone. Instead of having to sit through a lengthy reboot and install process, a phone with seamless updates can install its software to a second partition while you use the main one.
All devices that launch with Android 13 using chipsets that support Virtual A/B are MUST have it to pass Google's VTS test for it to be released.
Google previously said that non-A/B OTA update mechanism will be deprecated starting in Android 13 and it's support will be removed from release tools and recovery in AOSP.
Samsung might have skipped out on this feature as it takes up extra storage and the S23 series were given as exception as you can ask for skip on certain tests or requirements depending how big the OEM is and with Samsung, Google cannot say no to them.
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Telegram Silently Increased its Premium prices by Introducing Annual Payments
In quest to make more money, Telegram has Silently increased the prices.
You can check new prices by going in Telegram settings > Premium
They increased because they have introduced annual charges and it is different for each country
Actually they are matching to the USA pricing with a reduction of $1
most other countries already have it matched so no changes were made in their country
It shows different prices on mobile and on Telegram desktop
For India
Previous Price: 179₹ monthly
Telegram desktop prices
Annual price: 1950₹ OR 162.5₹ monthly
Monthly: 259.9 ₹
So 45% increase in prices by introducing annual prices and by paying from website
Telegram Mobile prices
Annual price: 2399₹ OR 199.2₹ monthly
Monthly: 319 ₹
So 78% increase of prices if doing payment from mobile
Because Google PlayStore does automatic payments, so if you want to cancel it, do it now!
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In quest to make more money, Telegram has Silently increased the prices.
You can check new prices by going in Telegram settings > Premium
They increased because they have introduced annual charges and it is different for each country
Actually they are matching to the USA pricing with a reduction of $1
most other countries already have it matched so no changes were made in their country
It shows different prices on mobile and on Telegram desktop
For India
Previous Price: 179₹ monthly
Telegram desktop prices
Annual price: 1950₹ OR 162.5₹ monthly
Monthly: 259.9 ₹
So 45% increase in prices by introducing annual prices and by paying from website
Telegram Mobile prices
Annual price: 2399₹ OR 199.2₹ monthly
Monthly: 319 ₹
So 78% increase of prices if doing payment from mobile
Because Google PlayStore does automatic payments, so if you want to cancel it, do it now!
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Scamsung Moment
Weirdly, the system space on Samsung Flagship is really very large going up to 150GB but it should not be more than 15GB even
On the latest Galaxy S23 Ultra which launched just 4 days ago, the system app space is massive 75GB
And on S22 Ultra, the system app space is huge 200GB in the 1TB variant
So like 20% is occupied by the system apps only.
From what i have seen, The Winner is Galaxy Z Fold 4 which consumes huge 155GB system apps space out of 256GB storage consuming 60% space by system apps leaving 95GB for users.
Please check in your Samsung smartphone too especially Flagships and tell how much space is consumed by system apps and tell in the comments for fun
Share it with your friends or other Samsung groups too and try asking if they have same problem or not
If you have any idea why is this happening, please tell us in the comments
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Weirdly, the system space on Samsung Flagship is really very large going up to 150GB but it should not be more than 15GB even
On the latest Galaxy S23 Ultra which launched just 4 days ago, the system app space is massive 75GB
And on S22 Ultra, the system app space is huge 200GB in the 1TB variant
So like 20% is occupied by the system apps only.
From what i have seen, The Winner is Galaxy Z Fold 4 which consumes huge 155GB system apps space out of 256GB storage consuming 60% space by system apps leaving 95GB for users.
Please check in your Samsung smartphone too especially Flagships and tell how much space is consumed by system apps and tell in the comments for fun
Share it with your friends or other Samsung groups too and try asking if they have same problem or not
If you have any idea why is this happening, please tell us in the comments
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Certified Microsoft moment
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Microsoft has shipped Windows 10 22H2 and Windows 11 22H2 with an undocumented bug where users could be forced to enter their credit card details for Microsoft 365 trial.
When you’re on the setup screen or “first booted the windows", you’ll have two options for Microsoft 365 offer – “Try for free” and “No, thanks”.
The “No, thanks” button should ideally skip the Microsoft 365 registration and proceed to the next screen, but there’s a bug where the “No, thanks” button opens the registration window.
Microsoft confirmed that they accidentally switched over the strings for “No, thanks” with “Try for free”.
In other words, the try it button is actually “No, thanks”, and “No, thanks” is a sign-up button.
The solution is to Click on " Try for Free" or disconnect from the internet when setting up Windows 10/11.
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Microsoft has shipped Windows 10 22H2 and Windows 11 22H2 with an undocumented bug where users could be forced to enter their credit card details for Microsoft 365 trial.
When you’re on the setup screen or “first booted the windows", you’ll have two options for Microsoft 365 offer – “Try for free” and “No, thanks”.
The “No, thanks” button should ideally skip the Microsoft 365 registration and proceed to the next screen, but there’s a bug where the “No, thanks” button opens the registration window.
Microsoft confirmed that they accidentally switched over the strings for “No, thanks” with “Try for free”.
In other words, the try it button is actually “No, thanks”, and “No, thanks” is a sign-up button.
The solution is to Click on " Try for Free" or disconnect from the internet when setting up Windows 10/11.
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Twitter's API is now partially FREE
Elon Musk previously said that the free API is “being abused” by bot scammers and spammers, adding that an around $100 per month subnoscription “with ID verification” can “clean things up greatly.”
Twitter also made their API paid with prices starting from $149 and going upto $2,499 a month.
But now, Elon Musk now says Twitter will let bots providing “good content” access the Twitter API for free and the platform will enable a “light, write-only” API for eligible bots
Also, Twitter wants to cash in on businesses on the platform by charging them $1,000 per month to keep their gold checkmarks and brands who don’t pay the $1,000 per month fee will lose their gold badges, although it’s unclear when that will happen.
In other words, for users Blue check mark is 8$ per month while for big organizations and businessmen, the Gold check mark is 1000$ /month and $50 per affiliate
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Elon Musk previously said that the free API is “being abused” by bot scammers and spammers, adding that an around $100 per month subnoscription “with ID verification” can “clean things up greatly.”
Twitter also made their API paid with prices starting from $149 and going upto $2,499 a month.
But now, Elon Musk now says Twitter will let bots providing “good content” access the Twitter API for free and the platform will enable a “light, write-only” API for eligible bots
Also, Twitter wants to cash in on businesses on the platform by charging them $1,000 per month to keep their gold checkmarks and brands who don’t pay the $1,000 per month fee will lose their gold badges, although it’s unclear when that will happen.
In other words, for users Blue check mark is 8$ per month while for big organizations and businessmen, the Gold check mark is 1000$ /month and $50 per affiliate
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A modified Windows 11 ISO runs on 200MB of RAM
Tiny11 is a debloated Windows 11 22H2 modification that uses 8GB of space (instead of 20GB) and can "run great" on systems with 2GB of RAM and as low as 200MB.
The developer explains that it can be shrunk even further with drive compression and does not need TPM or Secure Boot. You can even upgrade from Windows 10 to Tiny11, but still need a valid key to activate.
Tiny11 provides just the necessary parts like accessibility tools, Windows Terminal, Microsoft Store, Calculator, Notepad and Paint. There's no Microsoft Edge, so you'll need to install a browser. Tiny11 also works with offline accounts by default, but you can sign in with a Microsoft Account.
It all sounds good but what are the caveats?
1. Tiny11 is not serviceable, but .NET, drivers and security updates can still be installed from Windows Update.
2. The image isn't official, but you can check that it doesn't have anything from external sources added to it if you're worried about security.
3. There's no Windows Component Store (WinSxS), so you can't add new features or languages.
The installation ISO is 3GB and you can download it from HERE or via Torrent
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Tiny11 is a debloated Windows 11 22H2 modification that uses 8GB of space (instead of 20GB) and can "run great" on systems with 2GB of RAM and as low as 200MB.
The developer explains that it can be shrunk even further with drive compression and does not need TPM or Secure Boot. You can even upgrade from Windows 10 to Tiny11, but still need a valid key to activate.
Tiny11 provides just the necessary parts like accessibility tools, Windows Terminal, Microsoft Store, Calculator, Notepad and Paint. There's no Microsoft Edge, so you'll need to install a browser. Tiny11 also works with offline accounts by default, but you can sign in with a Microsoft Account.
It all sounds good but what are the caveats?
1. Tiny11 is not serviceable, but .NET, drivers and security updates can still be installed from Windows Update.
2. The image isn't official, but you can check that it doesn't have anything from external sources added to it if you're worried about security.
3. There's no Windows Component Store (WinSxS), so you can't add new features or languages.
The installation ISO is 3GB and you can download it from HERE or via Torrent
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Poco X5 5G and X5 Pro 5G launched Globally
Click HERE to check Poco X5 5G Specs
Poco X5 Pro 5G Specs: HERE
Comes with MIUI 14 but based in Android 12 (not Android 13) and Poco said it will get 2 OS upgrade which is technically 1 only
Poco X5 5G is rebranded Redmi Note 12 5G with Snapdragon 695 5G instead of Snapdragon 4Gen1
SD 695 5G is just 10% more powerful than SD 4Gen1. So difference between both phone is 10% more powerful SoC and Poco branding instead of Redmi. Even the whole design is same lol
Poco X5 Pro? Its also rebranded Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G Speed Edition.
But Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G already launched, so whats the difference?
• Snapdragon 778G instead of Dimensity 1080 SoC
• 108MP Samsung HM2 sensor instead of 50MP IMX 766
Prices
Poco X5:
6GB + 128GB = ₹16,499 OR 199$
8GB + 128GB = ₹20,499 OR 249$
Poco X5 Pro:
6GB + 128GB = ₹22,999 OR 249$
8GB + 256GB = ₹24,999 OR 299$
The prices of Poco (Redmi rebrand) are same as China price and with Redmi its 5,000 (63$) more costly
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Click HERE to check Poco X5 5G Specs
Poco X5 Pro 5G Specs: HERE
Comes with MIUI 14 but based in Android 12 (not Android 13) and Poco said it will get 2 OS upgrade which is technically 1 only
Poco X5 5G is rebranded Redmi Note 12 5G with Snapdragon 695 5G instead of Snapdragon 4Gen1
SD 695 5G is just 10% more powerful than SD 4Gen1. So difference between both phone is 10% more powerful SoC and Poco branding instead of Redmi. Even the whole design is same lol
Poco X5 Pro? Its also rebranded Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G Speed Edition.
But Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G already launched, so whats the difference?
• Snapdragon 778G instead of Dimensity 1080 SoC
• 108MP Samsung HM2 sensor instead of 50MP IMX 766
Prices
Poco X5:
6GB + 128GB = ₹16,499 OR 199$
8GB + 128GB = ₹20,499 OR 249$
Poco X5 Pro:
6GB + 128GB = ₹22,999 OR 249$
8GB + 256GB = ₹24,999 OR 299$
The prices of Poco (Redmi rebrand) are same as China price and with Redmi its 5,000 (63$) more costly
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Google Showcased First Look at their ChatGPT competitor— Bard
Google Blog
Google has announced the release of its experimental conversational AI service, Bard, powered by the LaMDA language model.
Bard will combine the knowledge on the web with the power, intelligence and creativity of Google's large language models to provide fresh, high-quality responses.
The response for OpenAI's ChatGPT will be first released with a lightweight model version of LaMDA, which requires less computing power. This will allow them to scale it to more users and receive more feedback.
Bard is open to trusted testers and will be available to the public in the coming weeks.
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Google Blog
Google has announced the release of its experimental conversational AI service, Bard, powered by the LaMDA language model.
Bard will combine the knowledge on the web with the power, intelligence and creativity of Google's large language models to provide fresh, high-quality responses.
The response for OpenAI's ChatGPT will be first released with a lightweight model version of LaMDA, which requires less computing power. This will allow them to scale it to more users and receive more feedback.
Bard is open to trusted testers and will be available to the public in the coming weeks.
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Leaks
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Someone ran the Snapdragon 8 Gen3 processor on Geekbench and the results are out
Multi-core Score: 6,236
Single-core Score: 1,930
Whereas, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Scored:
Multi-core Score: 5,164
Single-core Score: 1,491
So, Snapdragon 8 Gen3 has 29% increase in single-core performance and 20% in multi-core.
Also, it is 20% more power-efficient than the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 because its being manufactured on TSMC 4 NP process
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 has 1+5+2 cores configuration which includes Cortex X4 core as well.
Whereas the Snapdragon 8 Gen2 has 1+4+3 cores settings.
From the Geekbench scores, it is clear that Snapdragon 8 Gen3 trashes the Apple's latest A16 Bionic chipset because A16 scored:
Multi-core Score: 5,538
Single-core Score: 1,885
Note: The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 is definitely an engineering sample, and the engineers could be playing around with power limits to determine how far one can push the chip.
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Someone ran the Snapdragon 8 Gen3 processor on Geekbench and the results are out
Multi-core Score: 6,236
Single-core Score: 1,930
Whereas, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Scored:
Multi-core Score: 5,164
Single-core Score: 1,491
So, Snapdragon 8 Gen3 has 29% increase in single-core performance and 20% in multi-core.
Also, it is 20% more power-efficient than the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 because its being manufactured on TSMC 4 NP process
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 has 1+5+2 cores configuration which includes Cortex X4 core as well.
Whereas the Snapdragon 8 Gen2 has 1+4+3 cores settings.
From the Geekbench scores, it is clear that Snapdragon 8 Gen3 trashes the Apple's latest A16 Bionic chipset because A16 scored:
Multi-core Score: 5,538
Single-core Score: 1,885
Note: The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 is definitely an engineering sample, and the engineers could be playing around with power limits to determine how far one can push the chip.
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OnePlus Buds Pro 2 and Pro 2R launched Globally
OnePlus Buds Pro 2R is India Exclusive ONLY
Specifications:
• BES2600YP chip
• 11mm Woofer + 6mm high-perception tweeter
• 48dB active noise reduction with 3 microphones
• OnePlus Audio ID 2.0 personalized audio
• Head tracking (Pro 2 only), Google Fast Pair
• Default equalizer (EQ)
• 3 customized EQs – Bold, Serenade, and Bass co-tuned with Dynaudio
• Cervical spine health function (Ear Canal Detection)
• Transparent mode
• Features Spatial Audio
• Supports LHDC 5.0
• Bluetooth 5.3
• Supports dual connection
• 60mAh battery for earphones & 520mAh battery for charging box
• 7 hrs life for earphones & 39 hrs battery life with charging box
• Supports QI wireless charging
• Water resistant (IP55) for the Earphone, IPX4 for the case
Colors : Obsidian black and arbor green and Misty White ( Pro 2 R)
OnePlus 2 Pro Price: Rs. 11,999 OR $179 OR £179 OR CNY (130$)
OnePus 2 Pro R prices: Rs. 9999
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OnePlus Buds Pro 2R is India Exclusive ONLY
Specifications:
• BES2600YP chip
• 11mm Woofer + 6mm high-perception tweeter
• 48dB active noise reduction with 3 microphones
• OnePlus Audio ID 2.0 personalized audio
• Head tracking (Pro 2 only), Google Fast Pair
• Default equalizer (EQ)
• 3 customized EQs – Bold, Serenade, and Bass co-tuned with Dynaudio
• Cervical spine health function (Ear Canal Detection)
• Transparent mode
• Features Spatial Audio
• Supports LHDC 5.0
• Bluetooth 5.3
• Supports dual connection
• 60mAh battery for earphones & 520mAh battery for charging box
• 7 hrs life for earphones & 39 hrs battery life with charging box
• Supports QI wireless charging
• Water resistant (IP55) for the Earphone, IPX4 for the case
Colors : Obsidian black and arbor green and Misty White ( Pro 2 R)
OnePlus 2 Pro Price: Rs. 11,999 OR $179 OR £179 OR CNY (130$)
OnePus 2 Pro R prices: Rs. 9999
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OnePlus 11 5G launched Globally
Specifications:
• 6.7" 3216x1440 2K QHD AMOLED LTPO 3.0 display with 120Hz refresh rate
• 1300 nit peak brightness & HDR10+ & Dolby Vision certified
• Snapdragon 8 Gen2 SoC
• LPDDR5X RAM with UFS 4.0 storage
• 16MP selfie camera
• 50MP main (IMX890 with OIS) + 48MP (IMX581) ultra wide + 32MP (IMX709) telephoto which is RGBW with 2X optical zoom & 20X digital zoom triple rear camera
• Stereo Dual Speaker with Dolby Atmos
• In-display Fingerprint scanner & NFC support
• 5000mAh battery with 100W GaN fast charger in the box
• Corning Gorilla Glass 7th gen
• 4 Android OS upgrades (last update Android 17) 5 years of Security patch updates
• Alert Slider
Colors:
• Eternal Green and Titan Black
Global Launch price :
• 8GB+128GB: Rs 56,999 OR 699$ OR £729
• 16GB+256GB: Rs 61,999 OR 799$ OR £799
For comparison, China Launch price :
• 12GB+256GB: 3999 CNY (580$)
• 16GB+256GB: 4399 CNY (640$)
• 16GB+512GB: 4899 CNY (710$)
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Specifications:
• 6.7" 3216x1440 2K QHD AMOLED LTPO 3.0 display with 120Hz refresh rate
• 1300 nit peak brightness & HDR10+ & Dolby Vision certified
• Snapdragon 8 Gen2 SoC
• LPDDR5X RAM with UFS 4.0 storage
• 16MP selfie camera
• 50MP main (IMX890 with OIS) + 48MP (IMX581) ultra wide + 32MP (IMX709) telephoto which is RGBW with 2X optical zoom & 20X digital zoom triple rear camera
• Stereo Dual Speaker with Dolby Atmos
• In-display Fingerprint scanner & NFC support
• 5000mAh battery with 100W GaN fast charger in the box
• Corning Gorilla Glass 7th gen
• 4 Android OS upgrades (last update Android 17) 5 years of Security patch updates
• Alert Slider
Colors:
• Eternal Green and Titan Black
Global Launch price :
• 8GB+128GB: Rs 56,999 OR 699$ OR £729
• 16GB+256GB: Rs 61,999 OR 799$ OR £799
For comparison, China Launch price :
• 12GB+256GB: 3999 CNY (580$)
• 16GB+256GB: 4399 CNY (640$)
• 16GB+512GB: 4899 CNY (710$)
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