Microsoft Windows 7 to get fix for wallpaper issue even after official end of support

In a move that one might consider overly benevolent, Microsoft has promised to send out a fix for an issue caused by its final software update on Windows 7 even though it officially ended support for the operating system on January 14. The company rolled out its final update for Windows 7 on the same day. The issue is expected to affect users who have set ‘Stretch’ as the preferred fit for their desktop wallpaper. Microsoft hasn’t announced a date for the rollout of its fix.

According to a report by The Verge, Microsoft initially promised to fix the wallpaper issue only for customers who had purchased the “Extended Security Update (ESU) for on-premises versions” of Windows 7. But its support page for the software update in question (KB4534310) now reads, “We are working on a resolution and will provide an update in an upcoming release, which will be released to all customers running Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1.” We’re not sure why Microsoft changed its mind.

According to the support page, installing the faulty update could cause the desktop wallpaper to appear black when the fit is set to ‘Stretch’. It’s a minor problem at most. Microsoft has not only promised to fix it in a future release but has also provided a couple of workarounds for those affected by it: “Set your custom image to an option other than Stretch, such as Fill, Fit, Tile, or Center.” The alternative solution is: “Choose a custom wallpaper that matches the resolution of your desktop.”

To change the desktop wallpaper or the fit on Windows 7, right-click in a blank space on the desktop and select Personalize. In the Control Panel window that opens, select Desktop Background. In the following screen, click on Picture position to pick a fit that’s not the problematic ‘Stretch’. Or click on Browse… to set a different image as your wallpaper. Given that Windows 7 is now deemed deprecated in Microsoft’s books, you might want to consider upgrading to Windows 10. To find out how you can go about doing that, click here.

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Instagram Led Social Media Outages in Q4 2019: Downdetector

Facebook-owned Instagram experienced the highest outage in the fourth quarter of 2019 with 21,682 reports at the peak on November 28, 2019

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Poco X2 confirmed to sport 120Hz screen, 64MP main camera

Only yesterday did Xiaomi sub-brand Poco name the successor to its popular Poco F1 smartphone while confirming its launch for February 4 and already it has revealed the Poco X2’s biggest party trick: a 120Hz screen. According to a tweet that the company sent out earlier today, the Poco X2 will sport a ‘RealityFlow’ display with a 120Hz refresh rate. What’s more, the Poco X2’s teaser website suggests that the handset will sport a Sony IMX686 64MP primary camera sensor. We expect to get more details about the Poco X2 as we near its early February launch date.

Poco’s tweet reveals a little more than the inclusion of a 120Hz screen. A closer look at the image in the tweet reveals the presence of a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. The fact that the Poco X2 shares its Sony IMX686 64MP main camera sensor with the Redmi K30 adds to the rumour and probability that the Poco X2 is a rebadged Redmi K30 or a at least variant of it. The Redmi K30 was launched in China in early December 2019 with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G chip. It has up to 6GB of RAM and 64GB of storage.

Poco’s first smartphone, the Poco F1, was launched in August 2018 as a ‘flagship killer’. The Poco F1 employs a top-of-the-line Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chip with up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. Its screen measures 6.18 inches and has a maximum resolution of 1080 x 2246 pixels. A flat notch on top of the display houses the single 20MP selfie camera with an aperture of f/2.0. Equipped with a 4000mAh battery and 18W fast charging, the Poco F1 entered the market with Android 8.1 Oreo but was recently upgraded to MIUI 11 that’s based on Android 10. You can read more about that here.

The Poco F1 comes with a dual camera setup on its back panel. The primary camera is a 12MP sensor with an aperture of f/1.9, while the second camera is a 5MP depth sensor with an aperture of f/2.0. A dual-LED flash accompanies the two cameras on the back panel. With its successor just around the corner, the Poco F1 is selling on e-commerce websites like Amazon.in at an all-time low price of Rs 14,999. If your immediate phone purchase must include a model with a high-end Qualcomm Snapdragon chip, you can consider the Poco F1. Read our review of it here.

 

You wanted to hear this. It's time to Xperience the Xtreme with a display that is #SmoothAF. Introducing the awesome 120Hz display on the #POCOX2. pic.twitter.com/sl8y1p01kA

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Moto G8 specs and colour options leaked with renders, launch imminent

Motorola unveiled the Moto G8 Plus last year in October. While Motorola said it had no plans to launch the Moto G8 then, the device has popped up online now. Moto G8 renders, specifications as well as colour options have leaked. The arrival of the Moto G8 in the rumour mill hints at its imminent launch. Alongside the Moto G8, the Moto G8 Power has been leaked.

According to a report from 91Mobiles, the Moto G8 will feature a 6.39-inch display with support for 720 x 1560 pixels HD+ resolution. It could be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 chipset. The Moto G8 may come in multiple RAM choices of 2GB, 3GB and 4GB and storage options like 32GB and 64GB. It may pack a 4000mAh battery with 10W charging. 

Moto G8 leaked render

On the optics front, the Moto G8 is said to sport a triple rear camera setup: a 16MP lens with f/1.7 aperture + an 8MP ultrawide shooter with f/2.2 aperture + a 2MP macro lens with f/1.7 aperture. 

As for the Moto G8 Power, it is tipped to feature a 6.36-inch display with support for 1080 x 2300 pixels Full HD resolution. It is likely to be powered by the Snapdragon 665 chipset as well. The Moto G8 Power could come with 4GB RAM and 64GB of internal storage. It may pack a 5000mAh battery with 18W fast charging support.

The Moto G8 Power is rumoured to sport a quad rear camera setup: a 16MP lens with f/1.7 aperture + an 8MP ultrawide shooter with f/2.2 aperture + an 8MP sensor with f/2.0 aperture + a 2MP macro lens with f/1.7 aperture. 

Both Moto G8 and Moto G8 Power are said to run Android 10. There is no word on the launch date of the two devices yet. 

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Nokia 82 5G could come with Snapdragon 765, 64MP main camera and more

HMD Global has been taking the stage on Mobile World Congress (MWC) for two years now. The company unveils new devices each at the exhibition each year. This year is expected to be no different as the company is expected to announce multiple devices like the Nokia 1.3, Nokia 5.2 and Nokia 8.2 5G at the MWC 2020. The report also claims that Nokia will announce an original series device alongside the upgrades.

According to a report from Nokiamob.net, the 4G edition of the Nokia 8.2 has been cancelled. As for the 5G variant, it is said to be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 765 SoC. The design could be similar to that of the Nokia 7.2 phone from 2019. Earlier reports have claimed that the smartphone could sport a 64MP primary camera and a 32-megapixel selfie camera. It may have 6GB and 8GB RAM variants. The device is rumoured to come equipped with 128GB of internal storage.

The Nokia 8.2 5G may come with a 32MP selfie shooter. It is said that the phone could be coming with a pOLED or LCD screen and a side-mounted fingerprint reader. While the smartphone was rumoured to feature a curved display, the new report claims that it has been found to be incorrect. The device is tipped to pack a 3500mAh battery. It may also support fast charging. 

The Nokia 8.2 5G is said to lack support for wireless charging and a breathing light notification. It is expected to come equipped with a 3.5mm headphone jack though. The Nokia 8.2 5G is said to be priced under the $500 mark in international markets. There is no word on the availability of the Nokia 8.2 5G in India yet.

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Heres when your LG smartphone could get the Android 10 update

While LG isn’t known for updating its smartphones to newer versions regularly, LG Italy has revealed a list of smartphones that will be getting updated to Android 10. Brands like Samsung, Realme, Nokia and more have already revealed their Android 10 roadmap. Now, LG has revealed the detailed time frame of the Android 10 rollout for its smartphones. However, LG has already released the Android 10 update for its G8 ThinQ smartphone in some markets.

According to LG Italy, the company will be releasing the Android 10 update for the following smartphones - LG V50 ThinQ, LG V40 ThinQ, LG G8X ThinQ, LG G8s ThinQ, LG G7 ThinQ, LG K50S, LG K40S, LG Q60, and LG K50. The upcoming Android 10 update will include LG UX 9.0. For reference, LG G8X already runs on LG UX 9.0.

The LG V50 ThinQ will be the first to get updated to Android 10 in early February. It will be followed by the LG G8X ThinQ in Q2. LG G7 ThinQ, LG G8s ThinQ, and LG V40 ThinQ in the third quarter of 2020. That said, the LG K50S, LG K40S, LG K50, and LG Q60 will be updated to the latest version of Android in the fourth quarter of 2020.

It must be noted that the roadmap comes from LG’s Italy website, so the time frame may not be valid globally. However, it still gives some idea of when we can expect these updates. You can check when your Samsung smartphone will be getting updated to Android 10 here. Similarly, you can check the Android 10 update timeline for Realme phones here and Nokia phones here.

To recall, the stable version of Android 10 was released in September last year. Also, here are the top 10 Android 10 features you may have missed.

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New Realme smartphones with Android 10, 4300mAh battery and more spotted on US FCC Certification website

Two new Realme smartphones are in works. The devices carry model numbers RMX2063 and RMX2001. The two smartphones have been spotted on the database of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the US. The company is also rumoured to be prepping for the launch of a new flagship with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 SoC. However, the two devices are expected to debut as Realme’s next-generation affordable models.

According to the FCC listing, the Realme phone with model number RMX2063 measures 163.9x75.8x9.4mm (WHD) and weighs 196 grams. The phone is listed to run on ColorOS 7, which means it could run Android 10. The phone appears to have a 4300mAh battery. Moreover, the schematics available in the FCC database suggest a power button on the right side and a volume rocker on the left. To recall, a Realme phone with model number RMX2061 had reportedly received a BIS certification in India. 

Other than the Realme RMX2063, another smartphone with model number RMX2001 appears to be in development. The listing suggests that it measures 162.1x74.8x9.6mm (WHD) and weighs 191 grams. It also packs a 4300mAh battery and runs ColorOS 7, which is similar to the Realme RMX2063.

The two model numbers suggest that they are two different smartphones and not variants of a single smartphone. For reference, the Realme X had RMX1901 and RMX1951 as the model numbers. Hence, these two smartphones could be upgrades of the Realme X series.

Separately, a Realme smartphone was recently spotted on AnTuTu with model number RMX2071 and Snapdragon 865 chipset. It is said to be showcased by the company at MWC 2020 in Barcelona next month.

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