The OnePlus 11 is gearing up for a new update—its first since the stable OxygenOS 15 rollout began. Initially rolled out in the Indian region, the update later expanded to EU and NA markets. Although OnePlus introduced some AI features like the Circle Search during the stable update rollout, certain features were missing.

With the latest OxygenOS 15.0.0.401 update, users will now gain access to AI Check, AI Rewrite, and AI Reply functionalities. Additionally, the update includes several bug fixes and integrates the December 2024 Android security patch.

Currently, the rollout is exclusive to India, with other regions expected to follow soon. The update size is approximately 900MB, and the rollout in India is expected to be completed within a week or two.

Post-update, a user reported an issue with the Flux theme, citing that the colours appear faded. A screenshot accompanying their feedback highlights the problem. If you encounter similar or other issues, you can submit feedback by dialing *#800# and selecting the bug report option.

Changelog

Integrated AI features

• Introduces the AI Reply feature to recommend replies based on the chat context with support for diverse language styles, making the responses more natural.
• Introduces the AI check feature to check grammar, spelling, typos, punctuation, and more, for effortless and accurate writing.
• Introduces the AI rewrite feature to extend, shorten, expand, and edit your text and modify the style for more efficient and inspired writing.

Camera

• Adds Fresh, Emerald, and Clear film filters to Photo mode and Portrait mode.

System

• Improves system stability for some scenarios.
• Fixes a lag issue that might occur in some scenarios.
• Extends battery life in some scenarios.
• Integrates the December 2024 Android security patch to enhance system security.

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OnePlus has announced the incremental rollout of OxygenOS 14.0.0.1121 for the OnePlus Nord N30 SE. This update is currently being rolled out in batches for the global (GLO) region.

The firmware version for this update is CPH2605_14.0.0.1121(EX01) and it primarily focuses on system security enhancements. The changelog notes that the update integrates the December 2024 Android security patch to boost the device’s security.

Changelog

System

• Integrates the December 2024 Android security patch to enhance system security.

As per OnePlus, the rollout will be incremental. A small percentage of devices will receive the update initially, with a broader rollout expected in the coming days.

The OnePlus Nord N30 SE, launched with Android 13-based OxygenOS 13.1, has already received the OxygenOS 14 update and is on track to receive OxygenOS 15, based on Android 15, as part of the company’s commitment to provide two generations of Android OS upgrades and three years of security updates.

You can check for the update manually if it hasn’t reached your device yet.

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Galaxy Unpacked 2025 event will be taking place tomorrow and in this particular event, Samsung is expected to unveil its latest Galaxy S25 flagship series and a few other devices. Previously it was rumored that the brand may release the One UI 7 official version at this particular event but as per a recent update by official beta moderators, One UI 7 Beta 4 is currently under works and the next update won’t be the stable version update (for the Galaxy S24 series).

Seems like Samsung needs to polish One UI 7 more for a better user experience as the brand has officially revealed in a press release that they are planning to supplement user feedback obtained via the beta program into One UI 7 and it will be released in Q1 of this year, probably by the end of February or March 2025. Also if everything goes according to plan, it will be first rolled out to the Galaxy S series and then later on to other Galaxy devices.

Samsung Devices Eligible For One UI 7

Galaxy S series

• Galaxy S24 Ultra
• Galaxy S24+
• Galaxy S24
• Galaxy S23 Ultra
• Galaxy S23+
• Galaxy S23
• Galaxy S23 FE
• Galaxy S22 Ultra
• Galaxy S22+
• Galaxy S22
• Galaxy S21 FE
• Galaxy S21 Ultra
• Galaxy S21+
• Galaxy S21

Galaxy Z series

• Galaxy Z Fold 6
• Galaxy Z Fold 5
• Galaxy Z Flip 6
• Galaxy Z Flip 5
• Galaxy Z Fold 4
• Galaxy Z Flip 4
• Galaxy Z Fold 3
• Galaxy Z Flip 3

Galaxy A series

• Galaxy A73
• Galaxy A72
• Galaxy A55
• Galaxy A54
• Galaxy A53
• Galaxy A35
• Galaxy A34
• Galaxy A33
• Galaxy A25
• Galaxy A24
• Galaxy A23
• Galaxy A15 (LTE+5G)
• Galaxy A14 (LTE+5G)

Galaxy Tab series

• Galaxy Tab S9 FE+
• Galaxy Tab S9 FE
• Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra (Wi-Fi/5G)
• Galaxy Tab S9+ (Wi-Fi/5G)
• Galaxy Tab S9 (Wi-Fi/5G)
• Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra (Wi-Fi/5G)
• Galaxy Tab S8+ (Wi-Fi/5G)
• Galaxy Tab S8 (Wi-Fi/5G)

Galaxy F series

• Galaxy F55
• Galaxy F54
• Galaxy F34
• Galaxy F15

Galaxy M series

• Galaxy M55
• Galaxy M54
• Galaxy M34
• Galaxy M53
• Galaxy M33
• Galaxy M15

While other smartphone brands have already released Android 15 update to their smartphones and the word is already out for Android 16, Samsung is yet to roll out its Android 15 upgrade.

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The OnePlus 13, launched in India and global markets on January 7, 2025, is now receiving its third update. The first update arrived just a few days after launch, bringing the December 2024 security patch. Recently, the Indian units received the SOTA OxygenOS V30P01 update. Now, OnePlus is rolling out another update for the OnePlus 13 with the firmware version CPH2549_15.0.0.405(EX01).

Interestingly, OnePlus has not officially announced this update, as it typically does. This suggests it may be available to users enrolled in the Release Candidate program, allowing them to receive updates roughly a week before the official rollout. The update is relatively small, with a download size of just 314.24MB. However, it includes camera bug fixes, enhancements to communication stability, and improvements to overall system security.

It seems likely that the update will reach Indian units first. Meanwhile, some US users have reported not receiving the second update, the SOTA V30P01, yet. This could indicate that while the third update rolls out in India, other regions may receive the SOTA update during the same period, and subsequent rollouts will follow.

The changelog for this update is listed below for your reference.

Changelog

Camera

Improves the colors in photos taken with Master mode.

Improves the tone of photos taken with the rear camera in Photo mode and improves the zoom function.

Improves camera stability for a better photography experience.

Communication & interconnection

Improves the stability of Wi-Fi connections for a better network experience.

Improves the stability and expands the compatibility of Bluetooth connections.

System

Improves system stability and performance.

Hopefully, OnePlus will soon announce this update officially and most probably for the India region first.

How to check for updates?

1. Go to your Settings page.
2. Scroll down and select Software Update.
3. Tap the blue ribbon, and the system will automatically check for updates.

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Realme has released the 15.0.0.181 update for the Realme GT 7 Pro in the China region. This update improves the stability of the TikTok app and fixes a low-probability screen flickering issue in certain games.

In addition, camera performance has been enhanced. The update optimises the brightness transition issue in time-lapse photography mode and addresses an abnormal synthesis issue in the preset fireworks scene. However, some users who have already received the update claim that it does not bring significant changes.

While the rollout has begun, some users may not have received the update yet. If you haven’t, you may need to wait a bit longer, as Realme, like most brands, typically takes 1–2 weeks to complete the rollout.

Changelog

【system】

Optimize the stability of the Tik Tok app

Fixed the low probability screen flickering issue in some games

【camera】

Optimize the brightness jump problem in time-lapse photography mode

Optimize the abnormal synthesis problem of preset fireworks scene

If you are among those facing issues with this update, you can submit your feedback via the official link.

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The Chinese manufacturer Xiaomi has introduced a new addition to the HyperOS ecosystem: Winplay Engine, which will let Xiaomi tablets play Windows games without an internet connection.

Winplay Engine is a three-layer virtualization translation technology, it arrives with support for handle/keyboard and mouse connection. With the help of this cutting-edge technology, GPU performance loss is only 2.9%. Users can also easily access games from popular platforms like Steam and GOG.

This engine will redefine tablet gaming by enabling Windows game compatibility at the system level. The Winplay engine leverages the capabilities of Xiaomi HyperCore, which will provide users with ultra-high performance and stability while running Windows games locally.

After Xiaomi’s official announcement, tipster Digital Chat Station also shared a video on the Weibo platform that showcases WinPlay running Windows games on Pad 6S Pro, including seamless compatibility with Xbox controllers.

Currently, the WinPlay Engine is in its internal testing phase, but it is only for Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4 users. To participate in the internal test, Pad 6S Pro 12.4 users need to apply for OS2 AI Treasure Box internal drawing permissions in the Xiaomi community. The company has not revealed the timeline for the formal release of WinPlay engine.

It is expected that Xiaomi may soon start the internal testing of WinPlay Engine for more Xiaomi Pads. Stay tuned with The Tech Outlook for more updates.

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OnePlus has added the January 2025 security patch update for the OnePlus Open in India with the OxygenOS 15.0.0.410 update. This update introduces several AI features, including AI Reply, AI Rewrite, and AI Check. Although OxygenOS 15 was released in November last year for the OnePlus Open, these features were not included at that time. However, the “Circle to Search” feature and the Flux theme are still missing from this update.

The update is being rolled out with the firmware version CPH2551_15.0.0.410(EX01) and is currently limited to the Indian region. Other regions are expected to receive the update in due course, but it may take some time. For users in India, the rollout is expected to be completed within a week or two.

As for other features, the camera now offers Fresh, Emerald, and Clear film filters for both Photo mode and Portrait mode. System enhancements include the ability to view the flashlight status and charging information directly on Live Alerts. Users can now drag a floating window to switch it to full screen.

The update also resolves a display issue with existing icons on the status bar during a Live Alerts capsule. It brings improvements to system stability and battery life in certain scenarios. Furthermore, the January 2025 Android security patch has been integrated to enhance system security, and a screen flicker issue in specific scenarios has been fixed.

Changelog

Integrated AI features

• Introduces the AI Reply feature to recommend replies based on the chat context with support for diverse language styles, making the responses more natural.
• Introduces the AI check feature to check grammar, spelling, typos, punctuation, and more, for effortless and accurate writing.
• Introduces the AI rewrite feature to extend, shorten, expand, and edit your text and modify the style for more efficient and inspired writing.

Camera

• Adds Fresh, Emerald, and Clear film filters to Photo mode and Portrait mode.

System

• Now you can see the status of the flashlight on Live Alerts.
• Now you can see the charging information on Live Alerts.
• Now you can drag a floating window to change it to full screen.
• Fixes a display issue with existing icons on the status bar when a Live Alerts capsule is displayed.
• Improves system stability for some scenarios.
• Extends battery life in some scenarios.
• Integrates the January 2025 Android security patch to enhance system security.
• Fixes a screen flicker issue in some scenarios.

How to Check for Updates

1. Go to your Settings page.
2. Scroll down and select Software Update.
3. Tap the blue ribbon, and the system will automatically check for updates.

If you haven’t received the update yet, you may need to wait as the rollout has just begun. For those who have received it, if you encounter any issues, you can submit bug reports by dialing #800# and selecting the option to report bugs.

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The South Korean tech giant Samsung recently rolled out a January 2025 update to Galaxy S24 series models. The update enhanced the system security features of the smartphones. The company has now rolled out a second January 2025 update in Korea for Galaxy S24 Ultra.

Galaxy S24 Ultra- Second January 2025 Update

The update is based on One UI 6.1 and Android 14 OS. It arrives with firmware version S928NKSS4AXL3/S928NOKR4AXL3/S928NKSS4AXL1 and the size of the update is 376.82MB.

This update applies a security-related stabilization code to the smartphone. It arrives with a security patch level up to 10 January 2025.

Other than the Galaxy S24 Ultra, the Galaxy Z Flip 6 is also receiving the January 2025 second update in Korea. It is based on One UI 6.1.1 and Android 14. The update arrives with firmware version F741NKSS2AYA3/F741NOKR2AYA3/F741NKSU2AXJ9 and the size of the update is 385.17MB. It applies a security-related stabilization code to the device and includes the January 1, 2025 security patch level.

The first January update for the device arrived with firmware version F741NKSS2AXLF in South Korea.

Since this update is currently being spotted on the South Korean variants only, other regions can soon expect this update as well.

As pointed out earlier also, Samsung rolling out the January 2025 Android security patch update to Galaxy S24 models suggests that the OneUI 7 official version won’t be released this month for Galaxy S24 models. The company has already rolled out the One UI 7 Beta 3 update to the Galaxy S24 series and if finalized, the brand may release the One UI 7 Beta 4 update as well.

One UI 7 official version release is said to take place at the Galaxy Unpacked 2025 event that will be held on 22^nd January.

Stay tuned with The Tech Outlook for more latest tech updates.

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The Chinese consumer electronics maker, Huawei, released its latest HarmonyOS NEXT custom skin last year in the month of October 2024 built within the brand’s ecosystem and marking the complete departure from Android. While the public beta program of HarmonyOS NEXT is ongoing for certain devices, the brand has updated the Chinese developer website with the ‘HarmonyOS’ branding. This could mean that Huawei is returning back to ‘HarmonyOS’ from ‘HarmonyOS NEXT’.

Read more about it below.

Huawei Going Back to ‘HarmonyOS’ Branding From HarmonyOS ‘NEXT’?

Based on this new update (received via @LivingInHarmony), it has been pointed out that as per Huawei’s updated Chinese developer website, the brand is slowly returning back to ‘HarmonyOS’ branding from ‘HarmonyOS NEXT’. The ‘DEVELOPERS’ tag further reiterates the website shift that is believed to take place soon, and a message board about the Chinese Spring Festival is being displayed now.

During the Spring Festival holiday from the 28th of January 2025 to the 4th of February 2025, Huawei is planning on rolling out a few updates and these may be affecting Huawei developer services. Review for identity verification, review for merchant identification, and customer service are some of the things that will be carried out during the holiday period. To add, the brand’s bulletin for developer updates also notes about the upcoming updates.

About a few other news concerning the brand, very recently Huawei introduced two of its latest products for Indian customers. The Huawei Band 9 smart band was made available in India at INR 3,999 (pre-order price, now INR 5031), followed by the Huawei FreeBuds SE 2 TWS earbuds at INR 2,999 (introductory price, now INR 4,499).

Stay tuned for more.

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Just recently, Realme pushed the 15.0.0.420 update for Realme GT 5 Pro users in the China region. Now, it is releasing the same update for other Realme GT Neo 5 series smartphones in the China region. Although the update version(15.0.0.420) is the same, the earlier update for the GT 5 Pro had a different changelog compared to the one being pushed now. The update is being rolled out for the Realme GT Neo 5, GT Neo 5 240W, and GT Neo 5 SE models. While the rollout has just been announced, some users have already received it. As of writing this article, no issues have been reported with this update.

The Photo Album now supports encryption for added privacy, new filter options for easier navigation, and a date display feature to streamline photo searches. In the Weather app, users can access 15-day rainfall probabilities, city rankings for air quality, and improved desktop cards with refined layouts. Other notable features include a sleek ethereal fingerprint style, migration support for iOS Live Photos, new creative photo filters, enhanced tools like “File Recommendation” and a revamped Mobile Manager with remote services. Additionally, the new Watermark Master empowers users to personalise photos with custom watermarks.

You may get the update soon if you haven’t received it yet. Realme says the rollout will take about a week or two to complete. Below is a complete changelog of features added via this update to ensure no details are missed.

Changelog 15.0.0.420

【Photo Album】

• Added support for encrypting the entire album to efficiently manage private pictures and videos

• Added a new filter function for album view, which can be filtered by “Photos”, “Videos”, and “Favorites” to facilitate viewing and organizing albums

• Added support for albums to display dates synchronously when dragging the side slider, improving photo search efficiency

【weather】

• Added support for weather display of 15-day rainfall probability

• Added weather and air quality city ranking information

• Optimize weather desktop cards, with more exquisite styles and more reasonable layout

【More useful features】

• New ethereal fingerprint style

• Added support for iOS Live Photos migration in Mobile Phone Migration

• Added charging information and flashlight support to display in Fluid Cloud

• Three new film-style filters (fresh, retro, and transparent) are added to the photo mode and portrait mode to provide a more relaxed creative experience

• New Xiaobu command supports adding one-click commands to the desktop, making operation more convenient

• Added the “File Recommendation” service for file management, allowing quick and easy access to recent files

• New mobile manager supports remote services

• Added a new “Security Guardian” entry to the common tools of the mobile manager

【Album Watermark Master】

• New Watermark Master for photo albums, you can customize your own watermarks to make every photo a masterpiece

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