OxygenOS open beta based on Android 10 released for OnePlus 5 and 5T

OnePlus has released the first OxygenOS open beta for OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T after revealing last year that both these mobile phones will be the last in line to receive updates to Android 10. This is in line with the company’s update roadmap as it promised the Android 10 OxygenOS update to OnePlus 5 and 5T by the second quarter of 2020.

Over at the OnePlus Community forums, Manu J, Global Product Operations Manager at OnePlus revealed that the company is releasing an early build of the OxygenOS version 10.0 to gather necessary feedback before a wider public rollout. Do note, however, that the update isn’t being released via OTA and users who need to try the latest OxygenOS on their OnePlus 5 or 5T will have to download the package from official OnePlus website.

If you’re trying a beta build of the OxygenOS for the first time, remember to back up all of your data as the update will reset your smartphone to factory settings, purging all your private data.

The new OxygenOS 10.0 update brings an all-new design that’s fast and smooth in general use along with all the Android 10 features and tools. The new update comes with more advanced customization settings, smart Ambient display, privacy manager, game space, Wi-Fi share, new notifications settings and more.

OnePlus 5 and 5T debuted in 2017 running Android 7.1 Nougat out-of-the-box and are the last two devices in OnePlus’ catalogue set to receive an update to Android 10.

Even though the update is still in beta if you want to try and see how Android 10 looks on your OnePlus 5 or 5T, here’s how to update it.

Download the respective update package - for OnePlus 5 | for OnePlus 5T

Go to File Manager, tap Downloads and move the update package to the root directory.

Go to Settings, tap on System and select System Updates.

Tap on the three-dot inline menu option and choose Local upgrade.

Select the downloaded package from the root directory and you’re good to go.

Do keep in mind that the update is still in beta and therefore could have a bunch of issues as it’s not a stable ROM.

 

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Game On in the Time of Coronavirus: Japan Group Offers Retro Consoles to Cooped-Up Kids

"Many children are staying at home due to the new coronavirus and we want them to enjoy the games that people now in their 30s and 40s got hooked on," the announcement said.

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Angry Birds Maker Rovio Reports Profit Rise on Lower Costs

Rovio stuck to its 2020 target for adjusted operating profit to improve from the previous year, although it refrained from providing a full-year revenue forecast.

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PUBG Mobile 0.18.0 Update to Release on May 7, Miramar 2.0 Map and a Lot More Expected

PUBG Mobile 0.18.0 update is expected to include a new version of Miramar map called Miramar 2.0, a Safety Scramble Mode, and a Jungle Adventure Guide Mode, along with other changes.

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PUBG Mobile v0180 update dropping on May 7

Tencent has finally confirmed that PUBG Mobile’s v0.18.0 update will be releasing on May 7. The developer made the announcement on its official social media handles via an 18-second long teaser video that barely revealed anything aside from the launch date. The teaser prominently features the vending machines that have been tipped to be added to Miramar. One can also hear the rumble of an engine, and one can assume that it is of the Golden Mirado that will be added to the game. 

Rumbling in the distance... something is coming... Version 0.18.0 launches on May 7th #PUBGM #PUBGMOBILE pic.twitter.com/zWANdTdGL9

— PUBG MOBILE (@PUBGMOBILE) April 27, 2020

The beta version of the game has already received the update and we had a chance to check out the new features of the update beforehand. You can check out our article here. As one might expect, the v0.18.0 update for PUBG Mobile will bring in a host of changes to the game. Most notable being the inclusion of Miramar 2.0. This new area called Water City as well as the addition of dust storms that will reduce visibility. The new map will also feature a new version of the Win94 rifle that would include a built-in scope that cannot be dropped to replace. Another notable addition is the Golden Mirado vehicle that spawns at the hacienda. Besides these additions, the new map will also feature vending machines that players can use to get consumables. It will also feature race tracks as well as ramps and jumps. Besides this, players will also get a couple of new features such as a Cheer Park where they will be able to enjoy rides and carnival games in peace without worrying about other players killing you.

The v0.18.0 update is also expected to introduce a new Royale Pass. As per leaks, this time there will be a theme of ‘Toy Playground’ with skins and outfits very reminiscent of toy and TV shows from the 90s. You can check out more about the new Royale Pass here. 

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LG Velvet key specs officially confirmed ahead of May 7 launch

LG has officially revealed key details about the LG Velvet which is set to launch in an online event on May 7. The South Korean company has revealed almost all information about the device almost a week in advance. LG also confirmed the devices will go on sale in South Korea on May 15. The device did go through the usual rounds of leaks and rumours. The recent announcement a week before launch simply confirms all the details.

LG Velvet hardware specs and features

The LG Velvet is a 5G-powered smartphone that rocks a large 6.8-inch display which LG is calling the Cinema FullVision display because of the tall 20.5:9 aspect ratio. It’s a fast mid-ranger with the Snapdragon 765 under the hood which comes with an integrated 5G modem.

The rear panel of the phone rocks a triple camera setup with a ‘raindrop’ design. The camera hardware includes a 48MP primary camera, an 8MP ultrawide lens, and a 5MP depth sensor. To aid in video shooting, there’s a ‘Voice Out Focus’ feature that cleans the audio of background noises. There’s also an interesting ASMR recording mode.

The LG Velvet comes with a 4,300mAh battery and a ‘low-power software algorithm’ that’s apparently LG’s own and should keep power consumption on the down-low. The phone also comes with stereo speakers and supports LG’s Dual Screen and Stylus accessories. LG has confirmed the phone will be available in Aurora White, Aurora Grey, Aurora Green, and Illusion Sunset.

LG has not disclosed the price of the LG Velvet yet. The phone will be sold through all three major carriers in South Korea from May 15. More details on the pricing and availability will be revealed on May 7 at the online event.

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No, an asteroid will not hit us anytime soon Do not panic, says NASA

You may have read all the scary headlines regarding an asteroid flying by Earth and such? Our Facebook feeds were full of the stuff but we’re here to set the record straight. The asteroid is of no danger to Earth. Not even a bit. In a report on Space.com, scientists have surmised that the asteroid will hurtle past our planet about 6.3 million kilometres away on April 29. In the vast cosmic scale, 6.3 million kilometres isn’t that far a distance but it has absolutely no chance of affecting the Earth in any way. So, no, an asteroid is not coming for us and those doomsday prophecies were wrong. 

Dubbed 1998 OR2, the asteroid is about 2.4 Kms wide and to put things in perspective, when the asteroid hurtles past Earth, it will be about 16 times further away from us that the actual Moon is. According to the same report, scientists and astrophysicists have determined that for now, no big asteroids will collide with Earth. Paul Chodas, manager of NASA's Center for Near-Earth Object Studies at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California says, “There are no asteroids which have any significant chance of hitting the Earth that are of any significant size. There are none on our list.”

And NASA is confident of this statement as the agency has tracked various near-Earth asteroids in the vicinity and are confident that none of them will come close to colliding with Earth. But, they also warn that this news should not make us careless and miss out any real dangers that may be closer than we think. Scientists have also said that even though the likelihood of an asteroid colliding with Earth is slim, it is an inevitable event. It may not be anytime soon, but it will happen. 

But, with the kind of technology and detection systems we have in place, humanity can actually formulate a plan to deal with the kind of catastrophic events that will arise from an asteroid smashing onto the surface of the Earth.

If you’re interested in space and space travel, you should check out the superstitions astronauts have right here. Or, if you want to know more about what we achieved in science in 2019, you can head on over here.  For more science and technology news, head on over to the relevant section, right here. 

 

 

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