Samsung opens an Android 11 beta with One UI 3.0 for the Galaxy S10 series

Samsung kicked off the One UI 3.0 public beta program for the Galaxy S20 series early last month. A few weeks after the update started rolling out to Galaxy S20 users, the company expanded the beta program to include Galaxy Note 20 series devices. Then, earlier this month, Samsung announced that it would be expanding the One UI 3.0 beta program to more devices, including the Galaxy Z Fold 2, Galaxy Z Flip 5G, the Galaxy S10 series, and the Galaxy Note 10 series. As promised, the company has now opened the One UI 3.0 beta program for the Galaxy S10 series in South Korea, India, and the UK.

According to recent posts on Samsung’s Community forums, the first One UI 3.0 beta build has now started rolling out to Exynos variants of the Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10 5G, Galaxy S10+, and the Galaxy S10e in India and South Korea. The build is based on Android 11, and it comes with the Android security patches for October 2020. The beta program is also live in the UK, according to a recent post from Reddit user u/OMGITSYOURMUM.

In case you have an eligible device and want to give One UI 3.0 beta a shot, you can register for the beta program by heading over to the Samsung Members app and tapping on the One UI beta banner. On the following screen, tap on the enroll button and wait a few minutes for the app to process your enrollment. After that, head over to the software update section in your device settings and tap on check for updates to download the open beta release.

If you’re not able to join the beta program, however, you can download the One UI 3.0 beta .zip files for the Galaxy S10e (SM-G970F), Galaxy S10 (SM-G973F), and the Galaxy S10+(SM-G975F) from this thread on our Galaxy S10+ forums. You can then install the release on your device by following either one of the two methods mentioned in the thread.

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Here’s a list of all the Chinese apps banned in India

In June this year, the Government of India’s Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) issued a notice banning 59 Chinese apps. Since then, the government body has issued several such notices banning more Chinese apps that were found to be “prejudicial to [the] sovereignty and integrity of India, defence of India, security of state and public order.” In its latest notice, MeitY banned 43 more apps, including AliExpress and Lalamove, bringing the tally up to 267 banned apps. In case you missed any of our previous coverage, here’s a list of all the Chinese apps/China-owned currently banned in India:

List of Chinese apps banned in India

Apps banned in Wave 1

As mentioned earlier, the first ban was announced in June this year, and it cracked down on 59 apps, including popular names like TikTok, Mi Community, WeChat, Weibo, and CamScanner.

Apps banned in Wave 1

1. TikTok
2. ShareIt
3. Kwai
4. UC Browser
5. Baidu map
6. Shein
7. Clash of Kings
8. DU battery saver
9. Helo
10. Likee
11. YouCam makeup
12. Mi Community
13. CM Browers
14. Virus Cleaner
15. APUS Browser
16. ROMWE
17. Club Factory
18. Newsdog
19. Beauty Plus
20. WeChat
21. UC News
22. QQ Mail
23. Weibo
24. Xender
25. QQ Music
26. QQ Newsfeed
27. Bigo Live
28. SelfieCity
29. Mail Master
30. Parallel Space
31. Mi Video Call – Xiaomi
32. WeSync
33. ES File Explorer
34. Viva Video – QU Video Inc
35. Meitu
36. Vigo Video
37. New Video Status
38. DU Recorder
39. Vault- Hide
40. Cache Cleaner DU App studio
41. DU Cleaner
42. DU Browser
43. Hago Play With New Friends
44. Cam Scanner
45. Clean Master – Cheetah Mobile
46. Wonder Camera
47. Photo Wonder
48. QQ Player
49. We Meet
50. Sweet Selfie
51. Baidu Translate
52. Vmate
53. QQ International
54. QQ Security Center
55. QQ Launcher
56. U Video
57. V fly Status Video
58. Mobile Legends
59. DU Privacy

Apps banned in Wave 2

The second ban followed in July, and it included 47 more apps with Chinese connections, like TikTok Lite, Helo Lite, ShareIt Lite, and more. The second wave essentially cracked down on functional clones of the apps that were banned in the first wave. Sadly, MeitY hasn’t shared a complete list of all the apps that were banned in this phase.

Apps banned in Wave 3

MeitY then shared another notice in September this year, banning 118 Chinese apps in the country. These included popular apps like PUBG Mobile, PUBG Mobile Lite, Baidu, ShareSave by Xiaomi, GO SMS Pro, and many more.

Apps banned in Wave 3

1. APUS Launcher Pro- Theme, Live Wallpapers, Smart
2. APUS Launcher -Theme, Call Show, Wallpaper, HideApps
3. APUS Security -Antivirus, Phone security, Cleaner
4. APUS Turbo Cleaner 2020- Junk Cleaner, Anti-Virus
5. APUS Flashlight-Free & Bright
6. Cut Cut – Cut Out & Photo Background Editor
7. Baidu
8. Baidu Express Edition
9. FaceU – Inspire your Beauty
10. ShareSave by Xiaomi: Latest gadgets, amazing deals
11. CamCard – Business Card Reader
12. CamCard Business
13. CamCard for Salesforce
14. CamOCR
15. InNote
16. VooV Meeting – Tencent Video Conferencing
17. Super Clean – Master of Cleaner, Phone Booster
18. WeChat reading
19. Government WeChat
20. Small Q brush
21. Tencent Weiyun
22. Pitu
23. WeChat Work
24. Cyber Hunter
25. Cyber Hunter Lite
26. Knives Out-No rules, just fight!
27. Super Mecha Champions
28. LifeAfter
29. Dawn of Isles
30. Ludo World-Ludo Superstar
31. Chess Rush
32. PUBG MOBILE Nordic Map: Livik
33. PUBG MOBILE LITE
34. Rise of Kingdoms: Lost Crusade
35. Art of Conquest: Dark Horizon
36. Dank Tanks
37. Warpath
38. Game of Sultans
39. Gallery Vault – Hide Pictures And Videos
40. Smart AppLock (App Protect)
41. Message Lock (SMS Lock)-Gallery Vault Developer Team
42. Hide App-Hide Application Icon
43. AppLock
44. AppLock Lite
45. Dual Space – Multiple Accounts & App Cloner
46. ZAKZAK Pro – Live chat & video chat online
47. ZAKZAK LIVE: live-streaming & video chat app
48. Music – Mp3 Player
49. Music Player – Audio Player & 10 Bands Equalizer
50. HD Camera Selfie Beauty Camera
51. Cleaner – Phone Booster
52. Web Browser & Fast Explorer
53. Video Player All Format for Android
54. Photo Gallery HD & Editor
55. Photo Gallery & Album
56. Music Player – Bass Booster – Free Download
57. HD Camera – Beauty Cam with Filters & Panorama
58. HD Camera Pro & Selfie Camera
59. Music Player – MP3 Player & 10 Bands Equalizer
60. Gallery HD
61. Web Browser – Fast, Privacy & Light Web Explorer
62. Web Browser – Secure Explorer
63. Music player – Audio Player
64. Video Player – All Format HD Video Player
65. Lamour Love All Over The World
66. Amour- video chat & call all over the world.
67. MV Master – Make Your Status Video & Community
68. MV Master – Best Video Maker & Photo Video Editor
69. APUS Message Center-Intelligent management
70. LivU Meet new people & Video chat with strangers
71. Carrom Friends : Carrom Board & Pool Game-
72. Ludo All Star- Play Online Ludo Game & Board Games
73. Bike Racing : Moto Traffic Rider Bike Racing Games
74. Rangers Of Oblivion : Online Action MMO RPG Game
75. Z Camera – Photo Editor, Beauty Selfie, Collage
76. GO SMS Pro – Messenger, Free Themes, Emoji
77. U-Dictionary: Oxford Dictionary Free Now Translate
78. Ulike – Define your selfie in trendy style
79. Tantan – Date For Real
80. MICO Chat: New Friends Banaen aur Live Chat karen
81. Kitty Live – Live Streaming & Video Live Chat
82. Malay Social Dating App to Date & Meet Singles
83. Alipay
84. AlipayHK
85. Mobile Taobao
86. Youku
87. Road of Kings- Endless Glory
88. Sina News
89. Netease News
90. Penguin FM
91. Murderous Pursuits
92. Tencent Watchlist (Tencent Technology
93. Learn Chinese AI-Super Chinese
94. HUYA LIVE – Game Live Stream
95. Little Q Album
96. Fighting Landlords – Free and happy Fighting Landlords
97. Hi Meitu
98. Mobile Legends: Pocket
99. VPN for TikTok
100. VPN for TikTok
101. Penguin E-sports Live assistant
102. Buy Cars-offer everything you need, special offers and low prices
103. iPick
104. Beauty Camera Plus – Sweet Camera & Face Selfie
105. Parallel Space Lite – Dual App
106. “Chief Almighty: First Thunder BC
107. MARVEL Super War NetEase Games
108. AFK Arena
109. Creative Destruction NetEase Games
110. Crusaders of Light NetEase Games
111. Mafia City Yotta Games
112. Onmyoji NetEase Games
113. Ride Out Heroes NetEase Games
114. Yimeng Jianghu-Chu Liuxiang has been fully upgraded [translated name]
115. Legend: Rising Empire NetEase Games
116. Arena of Valor: 5v5 Arena Games
117. Soul Hunters
118. Rules of Survival

Apps banned in Wave 4

The fourth and most recent ban was announced yesterday, and it included 43 more apps. While a majority of the apps in the recent list aren’t very popular in the Indian market, there are some notable names like AliExpress and Lalamove.

Apps banned in Wave 4

1. AliSuppliers Mobile App
2. Alibaba Workbench
3. AliExpress – Smarter Shopping, Better Living
4. Alipay Cashier
5. Lalamove India – Delivery App
6. Drive with Lalamove India
7. Snack Video
8. CamCard – Business Card Reader
9. CamCard – BCR (Western)
10. Soul- Follow the soul to find you
11. Chinese Social – Free Online Dating Video App & Chat
12. Date in Asia – Dating & Chat For Asian Singles
13. WeDate-Dating App
14. Free dating app-Singol, start your date!
15. Adore App
16. TrulyChinese – Chinese Dating App
17. TrulyAsian – Asian Dating App
18. ChinaLove: dating app for Chinese singles
19. DateMyAge: Chat, Meet, Date Mature Singles Online
20. AsianDate: find Asian singles
21. FlirtWish: chat with singles
22. Guys Only Dating: Gay Chat
23. Tubit: Live Streams
24. WeWorkChina
25. First Love Live- super hot live beauties live online
26. Rela – Lesbian Social Network
27. Cashier Wallet
28. MangoTV
29. MGTV-HunanTV official TV APP
30. WeTV – TV version
31. WeTV – Cdrama, Kdrama&More
32. WeTV Lite
33. Lucky Live-Live Video Streaming App
34. Taobao Live
35. DingTalk
36. Identity V
37. Isoland 2: Ashes of Time
38. BoxStar (Early Access)
39. Heroes Evolved
40. Happy Fish
41. Jellipop Match-Decorate your dream island!
42. Munchkin Match: magic home building
43. Conquista Online II

Note: All the apps mentioned above have been removed from popular app distribution platforms, like the Google Play Store and Apple App Store, in the country and they’re no longer available for download. However, some of the apps may still be functional if you have them installed on your device.

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In all of the notices shared by MeitY over the last few months, the government body cited Section 69A of the Information Technology Act, 2000 to ban the Chinese apps. Section 69A of the IT Act reads as follows:

69A Power to issue directions for blocking for public access of any information through any computer resource. –

1. 1. Where the Central Government or any of its officers specially authorised by it in this behalf is satisfied that it is necessary or expedient so to do, in the interest of sovereignty and integrity of India, defence of India, security of the State, friendly relations with foreign States or public order or for preventing incitement to the commission of any cognizable offence relating to above, it may subject to the provisions of sub-section (2), for reasons to be recorded in writing, by order, direct any agency of the Government or intermediary to block for access by the public or cause to be blocked for access by the public any information generated, transmitted, received, stored or hosted in any computer resource.
   2. The procedure and safeguards subject to which such blocking for access by the public may be carried out, shall be such as may be prescribed.
   3. The intermediary who fails to comply with the direction issued under sub-section (1) shall be punished with an imprisonment for a term which may extend to seven years and also be liable to fine.

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We’ll update this list if more apps are banned, or if apps within are announced to be unbanned.

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Google will make the Android Runtime (ART) a Mainline module in Android 12

Project Mainline is one of the biggest changes to Android in recent years. While you as a consumer may not notice this change, it fundamentally alters how Android operates as an open-source operating system, with more power now resting in the hands of Google than ever before. Whether this increase in control is good or bad is a topic for a different debate. Now, Google plans to include the Android Runtime (ART) as an updatable Mainline module in Android 12.

What is Android Runtime (ART)?

Android Runtime, or ART, is the default runtime on Android that was introduced back in 2013 along with Android 4.4 Kitkat. As Google mentions, ART is the “managed runtime used by applications and some system services on Android“. Here is an XDA TV video from 2014 that explains ART with reference to the changes it brings about from the erstwhile Dalvik VM:

Long story short, ART essentially translates an Android app’s bytecode into native instructions. It uses ahead-of-time compilation to compile apps into native machine code directly upon installation. As you can guess, this is a pretty important function that ideally should perform in the same manner across the entire Android ecosystem.

ART as a Mainline Module

As spotted by XDA Recognized Developer luca020400, a Google engineer has revealed that the company plans to make the Android Runtime (ART) an updatable Mainline module in Android S/Android 12.

By making ART a Mainline module, Google will be able to exercise much more control over it, in line with the overarching theme of mainline modules. As we mention in our primary explainer on Project Mainline:

Project Mainline extends the efforts of Project Treble. While Treble reduced how dependent OEMs were on SoC vendors for every single OS update, Mainline reduces how dependent Google is on OEMs for delivering security updates to key OS components. Project Mainline extends the Treble philosophy to more critical parts of the Android framework, removing OEMs as the dependent middlemen from this equation. The purpose of Project Mainline is for Google to wrest control of framework components and system applications that are critical to security and maintaining development consistency away from OEMs. Project Mainline is rightfully referred to as the biggest change to Android since Project Treble.

ART as a Mainline module would allow Google to update it without needing a system OTA update. If Google makes it mandatory for OEMs to preload a Google-signed ART module (likely delivered in the form of an APEX), then Google will be able to retain control over pushing updates to ART on all Android devices. Google would be able to push updates to ART through the Google Play Store, and OEMs wouldn’t be able to make modifications to ART. This in turn inches towards the behavioural consistency that third-party app developers would expect across the ecosystem.

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TWRP adds support for the Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e LTE, Xiaomi Mi 9 SE, and Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro/EE

The TWRP custom recovery is an essential tool for Android enthusiasts who wish to install third-party software on their devices. With the recovery, you can flash new custom ROMs, take full data backups, modify protected files, and do much more. But to do any of these things, you need to have a device that’s officially supported by the TWRP project. Thankfully, the team behind the project keeps adding support for new devices ever so often. Recently, the team officially extended support to the Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e LTE, Xiaomi Mi 9 SE, Mi 8 Pro, and Mi 8 Explorer Edition.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e LTE

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e LTE is a mid-range tablet from last year, which features a 10.5-inch display and Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 670 chip. It was recently upgraded to One UI 2.1 based on Android 10, and while that’s great, what’s even better is that you can now install any custom ROM on the tablet thanks to the TWRP support. If you’re not sure where to begin, we’d recommend checking out the recently released LineageOS 17.1 build for the device.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e TWRP || Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e Forums

Xiaomi Mi 9 SE

Xiaomi Mi 9 SE is a Snapdragon 712 powered mid-range device, which recently received a MIUI 12 build based on Android 10. The device features a 5.97-inch Super AMOLED display, up to 6GB of RAM, and up to 128GB of storage, and it even comes with a capable triple-camera setup. While Xiaomi’s latest Android skin does bring a bunch of improvements to the device, if you want to take things to the next level with third-party software, you can now flash the TWRP recovery on the device by following the link below.

Xiaomi Mi 9 SE TWRP || Xiaomi Mi 9 SE Forums

Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro

Xiaomi’s flagship from 2018, the Mi 8 Pro, features Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 845 chip, a 6.21-inch Super AMOLED display, up to 8GB of RAM, and a respectable 12MP dual-camera setup. While the device was launched with Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box, Xiaomi upgraded it to Android 10 with MIUI 11 earlier this year. It also received a MIUI 12 build recently, but we’re not sure if Xiaomi plans to upgrade it to Android 11 anytime soon. So, if you want to experience the latest version of Android on the device, we’d recommend flashing a custom ROM based on Android 11. To do so, you’ll first need to flash TWRP on the device, which you can download from the link below.

Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro TWRP || Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro Forums

Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition

Finally, support has also been added for the Mi 8 Explorer Edition, a special version of the Mi 8 Pro with a better 3D facial recognition system and a translucent back panel. The device was also launched with Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box, and it was recently updated to MIUI 12 based on Android 10. You can download TWRP for the device by following the link below.

Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition TWRP

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Download OnePlus 8T Cyberpunk 2077 Edition’s wallpapers, sounds and boot animation

OnePlus has an interesting tradition of releasing special variants of some of their smartphones weeks or sometimes months after launch. With this year’s OnePlus 8T, the OEM launched the OnePlus 8T Cyberpunk 2077 Edition following the customary period of leaks and teasers. This particular variant is available for purchase only in China and it features a unique camera module that spans almost the entire top third of the device’s back. We did a thorough hands-on of the special Cyberpunk 2077 Edition which gives you a good picture of how it differs from the regular 8T model, but in case you are wondering what that cool boot animation and the new theming assets look like, here’s a quick video showcase.

Interested in these goodies? Thanks to a wonderful port from XDA Recognized Contributor linuxct, you can get the Cyberpunk 2077 Edition’s exclusive live wallpaper on your regular OnePlus 8T or any other Android smartphone. Note that the target device needs to have good OpenGL performance in order for the live wallpaper to look as fluid as it would on a OnePlus 8T.

Well, I made it pic.twitter.com/yAPVZ0HXo3

— linuxct (@linuxct) November 23, 2020

Download the live wallpaper from the OnePlus 8T Cyberpunk 2077 Edition

The boot animation, FOD animation, and the icon pack have also been ported in the form of a Magisk Module, courtesy of XDA Senior Member AndroPlus. Visit the post linked below to download the module.

Download the boot animation, FOD animation, and the icon pack from the OnePlus 8T Cyberpunk 2077 Edition

In case you only care about the wallpapers, ringtone, and notification sounds and want them on any device, linuxct has also shared those assets packed inside a separate ZIP file so you can grab them on any Android smartphone. Here are compressed and resized previews of the 5 wallpapers, but if you’re interested in trying them out we recommend downloading the full resolution (2400×1080) images from the archive.

Download wallpapers and sounds from the OnePlus 8T Cyberpunk 2077 Edition

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New OxygenOS updates for the OnePlus 7 & 7 Pro bring November 2020 security patches

OnePlus announced on Tuesday it’s beginning to roll out OxygenOS 10.3.7 for the Global/Indian OnePlus 7 and 7 Pro units, and OxygenOS 10.0.10 for European OnePlus 7 and 7 Pro units.

The changelog is relatively small and is the same for both the OnePlus 7 and 7 Pro across the different regions. One of the biggest changes is the optimization of the user experience of the status bar in the call scene to reduce mis-touches.

• System
  • Optimized the user experience of the status bar in the call scene to reduce mis-touches
  • Updated GMS package to 2020.08
  • Updated Android Security Patch to 2020.11
  • Fixed small probability flashback issue with Phone app

According to OnePlus, the OTA will have a staged rollout. Some users will see the update today, with most users expected to get the OTA this week. Companies do staged rollouts so if there’s a critical bug, the issue can be addressed. OnePlus warned that using a VPN to download this build might not work, so be aware.

The company said many of the optimizations being introduced to the OnePlus 7 and 7 Pro in the OTA are a result of user feedback. “With your help, we have been able to better optimize and improve several key areas,” OnePlus said.

OnePlus previously rolled out the November 2020 security patches to the OnePlus 7T. Below are the downloads for the latest updates.

OnePlus 7

• Global/India

1. Full OTA to 10.3.7: Download
2. Incremental OTA from 10.3.6: Download

• Europe

1. Full OTA to 10.0.10:
2. Incremental OTA from 10.0.9:

OnePlus 7 Pro

• Global/India

1. Full OTA to 10.3.7:
2. Incremental OTA from 10.3.6:

• Europe

1. Full OTA to 10.0.10: Download
2. Incremental OTA from 10.0.9: Download

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Need a new mouse? Look no further than Logitech and their Black Friday sales

So last week, I started having problems with my Roccat mouse, with the left mouse button not always recognizing me holding it down. It’s more than a small problem (I need to be able to highlight things!) and only the latest of frustrations I’ve had with the mouse in the six months I had it. Being a commerce writer with Black Friday quickly approaching, I couldn’t really afford to have a faulty mouse slowing me down. So who did I turn to for my new mouse? Logitech, of course!

I’ve been continuously impressed with Logitech’s gaming-focused line of products recently. My G533 headset is still doing wonderfully (and is still $66 on Amazon), and many of my PC gaming, tech-savvy friends have been making the switch to Logitech recently. So when my mouse started dying, I went to Logitech first for a replacement. And wouldn’t you know it, all sorts of Logitech mice are on sale. It’s almost as if there’s an event going on or something!

The crown item of the Black Friday discounts is the Logitech G502 Hero, one of the company’s higher-end mice. It’s currently 50% off, bringing it down from the $80 MRSP to just $40. That’s pretty great! The Logitech G502 offers a high-end 25K sensor, eleven programmable buttons, and you can even adjust the weight of the mouse exactly to your specifications. In short, it’s a pretty crazy device.

Logitech G503 Hero Gaming Mouse

Do you want a high-end gaming mouse that performs well? The Logitech G503 Hero will be the mouse to grab for Black Friday. Featuring eleven programmable buttons, adjustable weights, and more, you can tweak this mouse to your exact needs. It's currently half off at Amazon!

Buy at Amazon

Despite how cool the G502 is, though, that’s not actually the mouse I bought. I don’t really need all those extra bells and whistles, so instead, I went with the Logitech G203 Lightsync mouse. It’s a very simple gaming mouse that is wired, light, but still offers a DPI button and two other programmable buttons. The RGB inside the mouse is also great and the white matches my keyboard and PC case!

The black and white versions of the mouse are, of course, on sale… for the shockingly low price of $15! I haven’t had the mouse for too long yet, but I’ve really been enjoying how it feels while I’m working and gaming. If you want something more minimal, this is a perfect mouse for you.

Logitech G203 Lightsync Gaming Mouse

If you prefer a more minimalist mouse, the Logitech G203 Lightsync mouse will fit your needs. This mouse is simple, with two programmable buttons, but it still feels great, and is only $15.

Buy at Amazon

Looking for some other computer accessories? Check out the Logitech Store on Amazon!

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