Realme 8 Pro gets Realme UI 4.0 early access

Realme has announced the Realme UI 4.0 early access program for the Realme 8 Pro in India, so its users don't have to wait for Android 13-based Realme UI 4.0's stable rollout to get a taste of the company's latest custom Android skin. Those interested can apply for the program by navigating to their Realme 8 Pro's Settings > Software Update menu, then tap on the settings icon in the top-right corner > Trial Version > Apply Now, and submit the required details. You will receive an update if your application is accepted. However, note that Realme is accepting applications in batches, and...

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Samsung Galaxy S23 FE may not happen after all

It's been a while since Samsung launched the last Fan Edition / "FE" smartphone. The Galaxy S21 FE came out back in January of last year. And since then... nothing. Rumors have been rampant, first about a Galaxy S22 FE, then, when that didn't happen, we started hearing about a Galaxy S23 FE, which most recently was said to arrive in the second half of this year. And yet. Today a prolific (and usually reliable) leakster, Roland Quandt, has some bad news for everyone who's been expecting the S23 FE with bated breath. According to him, it "doesn't look like" there will actually be an S23 FE...

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Apple overhauls App Store pricing system

Apple released developer documentation, revealing a new price system is coming on App Store. The company is now increasing the number of price points 10 times, allowing developers to pick between 900 option. This is a major step up from the existing $0.99-per-step system, and should the developers chose to, they can set whole-number values. Pricing for apps and in-app purchases can start at $0.29, while the highest a developer can charge is $10,000, although this would require special permission from Apple. The new steps will include every $0.10 interval up to $10 or every $0.50...

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iQOO Z7i with Dimensity 700 spotted on Google Play Console

As we near the March 21 launch date for the iQOO Z7, a new model in the lineup appeared in a Google Play Console listing. The iQOO Z7i (vivo PD2230) is shaping up to be the budget entry in the series equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity 700 chipset and 8GB RAM. The phone also boasts an HD+ screen with a waterdrop notch and boots Android 13 presumably with FunTouch OS 13 on top. iQOO Z7i listing on Google Play Console The iQOO Z7 series is expected to launch with three members – the iQOO Z7i, iQOO Z7 and the iQOO Z7 Pro. Previous rumors suggest iQOO Z7 will be powered by the...

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