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mercredi 15 avril 2020

Xiaomi may have accidentally leaked its new MIUI 12 UI

Back in September last year, Xiaomi first unveiled MIUI 11 alongside its experimental Mi Mix Alpha, Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro 5G, and a new Mi TV Pro lineup. The latest version of MIUI introduced a new animated AOD, improved visuals, and more to several Xiaomi devices, with the company rolling out several more features over the last couple of months. However, towards the end of last month, a post on the China chapter of MIUI Community revealed that the company had officially halted beta development for MIUI 11. This led several Chinese tech bloggers to suspect that the company was shifting focus on the development of the next major update for MIUI — MIUI 12. While the company hasn’t officially confirmed these rumors yet, it may have accidentally leaked some of the new MIUI 12 UI on the MIUI Community forums.

MIUI 12

For the unaware, Xiaomi regularly uploads beta versions of its various apps to the Chinese MIUI Community forums. Sticking true to this trend, the company shared an updated version of the MiSettings APK just a couple of days ago. On inspecting the latest APK, XDA Junior Member kacskrz discovered that the new MiSettings app had a bunch of new Settings pages that looked radically different from their counterparts in older versions of the app (see attached screenshots).

MIUI 12

While we don’t have a full MIUI 12 firmware dump or a device running MIUI 12 yet, we believe that the new UI in the beta version of the MiSettings APK will, most likely, be what we’ll see in the upcoming MIUI 12 release. Xiaomi seems to have realized this mistake and has since removed the new Settings pages in the latest beta release of the MiSettings APK.

MIUI 12

As you can see in the screenshots above, the new UI brings some major design changes to the Refresh rate settings and gives the Focus mode a new tab in the Screen time settings. The Screen time settings also show a new graph style for the weekly usage, along with a cleaner UI for individual app usage time in the daily screen usage section.

MIUI 12

It’s also worth noting that the UI changes are a bit inconsistent, which suggests that this is just a preliminary version and Xiaomi might make some more changes to it before it’s finally released with MIUI 12. For instance, while the company has removed most gray elements, like the box backgrounds, from the dark mode in some of the pages, it has added gray elements in the display color calibration settings which previously had no gray backgrounds for the buttons.


Thanks to XDA Junior Member kacskrz for the tip and screenshots!

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mardi 14 avril 2020

Kernel sources for the Realme 6, 6 Pro, C3 and 5i are now available

Android is built on top of the Linux kernel, thus companies are required to provide the source code, upon request, of any Linux kernel binaries they distribute on devices they sell. Most major OEMs do fulfill this commitment by making the source code publicly available, but the uploaded source releases often lack critical components and/or full commit history. Nevertheless, the availability of the kernel source code is often useful for aftermarket developers, and Realme is doing a pretty good job nowadays on this front. The company has now released the kernel sources for 4 devices: the Realme 6, Realme 6 Pro, Realme C3, and the Realme 5i.

Realme 6 XDA Forums ||| Realme 6 Pro XDA Forums

The Realme 6 series features a 64MP main camera, 90Hz display, and support for 30W fast charging. The ‘Pro’ model comes with a slightly larger display and a more powerful processor (Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G instead of MediaTek Helio G90T), while both phones run Android 10 with Realme UI out of the box. However, AOSP lovers should eventually have a vast selection of custom ROMs to choose from, made possible by kernel source drops from Realme.

Realme 6 Kernel Sources || Realme 6 Pro Kernel Sources

Similar to the above two phones, the Realme C3 also runs Realme UI based on Android 10. The global variant of the Realme C3 is, hardware-wise, quite different from the Indian model, but the kernel source code should be unified between the two of them.

Realme C3 XDA Forums || Realme C3 Kernel Sources

The Realme 5i is the odd one out here, partly because of its software. Despite being announced in January 2020, the phone shipped with Android 9 Pie-based ColorOS 6.1. According to the company, Realme UI should land on the Realme 5i in May, alongside the Realme 5/5s. These three phones are essentially identical, but Realme has opted for a separate kernel tree for the 5i.

Realme 5i Kernel Sources

Realme tends to release device-specific bootloader unlock tools (aka In-Depth Test) with the kernel source, but there is no such announcement thread in their forums as of now.

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Google Clock app adds a handwashing timer to Wear OS smartwatches

One of the basic sanitation practices that have received a lot of attention during the COVID-19 pandemic is handwashing. Properly washing your hands can prevent the SARS-CoV-2 virus from entering your body, especially because people tend to touch their faces and other dirty objects a bunch. Now, in order to get users to properly and regularly wash their hands, Google is rolling out an update to the Google Clock app for Wear OS. This update adds a “Hand Wash Timer” to the app list.

People tend to think of handwashing as an inconvenience or something you do only if your hands are visibly dirty. To be honest, we should all be washing our hands much more often, pandemic or not. The recent update for the Google Clock app on Wear OS is helping in this mission. You’ll see a new “Hand-Wash Timer” shortcut in the app drawer after the update.

Tapping the shortcut will bring up the new handwashing timer. There is a 3-second countdown before the full 40-second timer begins. The timer is also represented by a progress ring around the outside of the display. You can tap the (X) button at any time to stop the timer. Once you finish washing your hands, the app states it will remind you again in 3 hours. The CDC recommends washing your hands with soap for a minimum of 20 seconds, so 40 seconds is even better. Here are the CDC’s handwashing instructions:

  1. Wet your hands with clean, running water (warm or cold), turn off the tap, and apply soap.
  2. Lather your hands by rubbing them together with the soap. Lather the backs of your hands, between your fingers, and under your nails.
  3. Scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds. Need a timer? Hum the “Happy Birthday” song from beginning to end twice.
  4. Rinse your hands well under clean, running water.
  5. Dry your hands using a clean towel or air dry them.

This may be a useful feature for those of us who need a little extra nudge to wash our hands properly more often. You still need to manually start the timer, which does mean touching your watch, so be sure to wash your hands right after! Many smartwatches have an IP rating that can withstand water, though, so don’t be afraid to give the watch (and your phone) a little wash from time to time.


Via: Redditor /u/Gaston1986

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YouTube Music is rolling out an Explore tab for users to discover new music

YouTube Music has been out for a while, but Google is still rolling out pretty major changes. Just this month already, Google rolled out a revamped library that brings it more in line with Google Play Music. Last month, they redesigned the player page, and before that, they finally added local uploads. Now, YouTube Music’s “Hotlist” is being replaced by an “Explore” tab.

The “Hotlist” is a feature that has been present in YouTube Music since launch. YouTube Music was originally more about music videos, which is what was featured in the Hotlist feed. It was essentially a trending page for music videos. The new “Explore” tab is much closer to what you would expect to see in a modern music streaming app.

As the name implies, the Explore tab is all about helping users find new music and artists. There are two big sections at the top of the tab for “New Releases” and “Moods & Genres.” The former has new releases that are somewhat catered toward your YouTube Music listening preferences. The latter is for finding the perfect playlist or genre for whatever you’re doing. The images above, sent to us by Google, also show off the new lyric support.

The Explore tab also has a big section for “New albums & singles” front and center as well as several quick choices for moods and genres. Overall, it’s just a much more useful tab than the old Hotlist. These are features that are easily accessible in popular apps like Spotify, but they were hidden or buried in YouTube Music. The update is rolling out now for Android and will soon come to the web player. You can download the latest version of the application from the Google Play Store below, but there’s no guarantee you’ll immediately see the new tab.

YouTube Music - Stream Songs & Music Videos (Free, Google Play) →

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Xiaomi finally rolls out stable Android Pie for the Mi Box S with tons of bug fixes

Xiaomi’s Mi Box S is a nifty gadget that can instantly upgrade your dumb TV into a smart TV. This bargain Android TV box from the Chinese electronics brand is capable of playing 4K HDR content at up to 60fps while also doubling as a Chromecast receiver. The device is now a more appealing prospect thanks to the stable Android 9 Pie update which is now rolling out in batches.

xiaomi-mi-box-s

The first public beta of Android Pie for the Mi Box S arrived in November 2019, which also brought in official compatibility for Amazon Prime Video. Xiaomi pushed a few more beta builds afterward and later decided to mark the third beta (build 2231) as the stable Android 9 Pie update during January 2020. However, the company had to halt the update rollout due to various bugs reported by the users.

Xiaomi resumed beta testing earlier this month after a brief pause. Three consecutive beta builds later, the OEM is now confident enough to re-release the stable Android Pie update in the form of build 2604. Coming in at nearly 625MB, the long-awaited OTA update should be available to non-beta participants as well. The cumulative changelog is as follows:

  • Chromecast not working
  • Some apps playback freeze
  • Special H264 decode error
  • BT audio is not sync with video
  • HDMI compatibility
  • Pop sound when STB in standby mode
  • Gboard not working when connecting an external keyboard
  • Fix for CEC not working (from build 2603)
  • System is not stable after back from standby mode (from build 2596)
  • Support more Wi-Fi channel in special area (from build 2596)

Xiaomi has yet to publish the updated kernel source code corresponding to this update in their GitHub repository. In case you need to revert back to Android Oreo (or unbrick your unit), there is a guide available on our forums. For your information, the firmware package for the Mi Box S (code-name: oneday) is not compatible with the original Mi Box, also known as the Mi Box 3 (code-name: once), which is still running Android Oreo.

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A Closer Look at the New Tech in the Huawei P40 Series

The Huawei P40 & P40 Pro AliExpress Premiere starts on April 20th to 21st at an amazing price. You have the chance to win a free Huawei P40 and P40 Lite! Click here for details.

The Huawei P40 series is the latest family of phones to come from the Chinese company. These phones come equipped with a lot of new technology that we are going to take a closer look at in this article.

Design Upgrade

Huawei’s designs for the new P40 phones were inspired by colors you’d find in nature. The Huawei P40 and P40 Pro adopt the solid colors of Deep Sea Blue, Ice White, Black, Blush Gold, and Silver Frost.

The P40 Pro comes with a quad-curve overflow display which is inspired by the form of flowing water. With the 90Hz display, you can enjoy an immersive view of the entire bezel-less screen.

Camera Upgrade

Huawei P40 Camera

Huawei P40 Pro Camera

The cameras on the P40 and P40 Pro perform well in bright daylight and nighttime situations, whether the subject is up close or at a distance. Using the camera is effortless and you will almost always get the perfect shot.

The Huawei P40 series has an industry-leading 1/1.28 inch sensor with a 2.44μm pixel size. With the RYYB color filter array, the sensors are able to bring out more light in low-light shooting scenarios. The high-resolution 50MP main camera brings more detail to your photos. Magnify any small part from the photo and you get another great shot with rich texture and color. Super ZOOM allows you to get clear shots from a great distance, with its 50x zoom capability.

Super ZOOM Sample Shot

50MP Camera Shot

The Ultra Vision main camera and multi-spectrum color temperature sensor with AI AWB algorithm, means the HUAWEI P40 series will always be ready to take high-quality portrait photos for anyone, in any time or scene.

Huawei P40 Series Camera Sample

Huawei P40 Series Camera Sample

With a 32MP selfie camera, you’ll be looking your best without even trying. The front camera carefully preserves your features and intelligently adjusts the lighting and color on your face, to make every selfie look nice and natural.

Huawei P40 Selfie Camera Sample

Huawei P40 Selfie Camera Sample

AI Upgrade

Huawei’s upgraded AI ads a lot to the photography aspect of the P40 series. The Golden Snap feature lets you remove unwanted people from the background of your shot, remove reflections, and select the best frame from a burst shot.

Huawei Golden Snap Sample – Best Moment

Huawei Golden Snap Sample – Remove Passerby

Huawei Golden Snap Sample – Remove Reflection

The new Kirin 990 5G chipset provides ultimate performance for a much-improved experience.

Kirin 990 5G Chipset

Using Dynamic Narrow Bandwidth technology, the Wi-Fi 6 Plus enabled phone penetrates more walls and floors. Supporting 160MHz bandwidth, it’s able to bring out optimal speeds reaching up to 2.4 Gbps.

Wi-Fi 6 Plus Chip

Powering all of this new technology are the large batteries with SuperCharge. The Huawei P40 comes with a 3800mAh battery with 22.5W SuperCharge, while the P40 Pro has a larger 4200mAh battery with 40W Supercharge.

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OnePlus announces the updated Bullets Wireless Z headphones for $49.95

OnePlus just got done officially announcing the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro (we have full reviews of both). The company also used the online event as an opportunity to announce the Bullets Wireless Z headphones. These are OnePlus’ latest Bluetooth offering and they finally bring an IP rating to the family.

OnePlus last launched Bluetooth headphones in May of 2019 with the Bullets Wireless 2. Like the company’s previous wireless headphones, the Bullets Wireless Z are connected with a short cable. The part of the cable that goes behind your neck is wide and flat, which makes it less likely to tangle. There is a small control module on the left side. Like previous generations, the earbuds have magnets that allow them to connect when not in your ear.

The big upgrade over the Bullets Wireless 2 is the IP rating. The Bullets Wireless Z have an IP55 rating, meaning they should be able to handle light rain and sweat. This is a pretty important feature for anyone who works out with headphones.

Charging the Bullets Wireless 2 is done through USB-C and you only need a 10-minute charge to get 10 hours of playback time. A full charge will get you 20 hours of playback, an upgrade from the Wireless 2’s 14 hours. The Wireless Z will be available in Black, Blue, Mint, and Oat color options sometime “soon.” As mentioned, they will cost $49.95, which is a pretty solid price. Truly wireless earbuds seem to be more popular, but there are still advantages to having the earbuds connected by a cable.


Source: OnePlus Store

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