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OxygenOS 12 for Oneplus 9R first open beta based on Android 12 rolling out for Oneplus 9R
Oneplus have started rolling out the first build of OxygenOS 12 for Oneplus 9R based on Android 12. Recently Oneplus 8, 8Pro & 8T got ColorOS 12 open beta 2 & also Oneplus 9 & 9 Pro got ColorOS 12 C.46 with February security patch and few improvements over the previous OxygenOS 12 builds.
Open beta builds are not Completely stable and might require data wipe for better performance & stability. Its always recommended to perform a factory reset if there is an Android version change. Below we have the files of OxygenOS 12 open beta 1 for Oneplus 9R along with a Rollback package if anyone wishes to Downgrade back to OxygenOS 11 Stable version.
Features/Changelogs of OxygenOS 12 open beta 1 for Oneplus 9R
- System
- Optimized desktop icons with improved textures, by using a design inspired by brand-new materials and uniting lights and layers
- Dark mode
- Dark mode now supports three adjustable levels, bringing a more personalized and comfortable user experience
- Shelf
- New additional style options for Cards, making data contents more visual and easier to read
- Newly added Earphone Control Card with Bluetooth earphone one-click adjustment
- Newly added access to OnePlus Scout in Shelf, allowing you to search multiple contents on your phone, including Apps, Settings, Media Data, etc
- Newly added OnePlus Watch Card in Shelf, to easily glance at your health stats
- Work-Life Balance
- Work-Life Balance feature is now available to all users, allowing you to effortlessly switch between Work and Life mode via quick settings
- WLB 2.0 now supports automatic Work/Life mode switching, based on specific locations, Wi-Fi network, and time, also bringing customized App notification profiles according to the personalization
- Gallery
- Gallery now allows you to switch between different layouts with a two-finger pinch gesture, intelligently recognizing the best-quality pictures, and cropping the thumbnail based on the content, making the gallery layout more pleasing
- Canvas AOD
- Canvas AOD brings you new diverse styles of lines and colors, for a more personalized lock screen experience with inspiring visuals
- Newly added multiple brushes and strokes and support for color adjustment
- Optimized software algorithm and improved face recognition to better identify the features and skin color of different figures
Known issues
- Some third-party apps haven’t been adapted to the latest Android version and may not function properly
- The clock might be missing the dial display when the AOD feature is on
Note: These instructions are only for the OnePlus 9R. Please make sure the battery level is above 30% and a minimum of 3GB storage space is available.
Some applications will be lost after using the downgrade package, and if you want to restore these applications, please upgrade to the latest MP version.
MP version = Stable official version
OBT version = Open Beta Version
MP to OBT upgrade guide—via Local OTA Update
Note: This upgrade method will not erase data but please be sure to backup first.
- Download the latest ROM upgrade zip package from the specified server.
- Copy the ROM upgrade package to the phone storage.
- Go to Settings -> System -> System Updates -> Click top right icon -> Local upgrade -> Click on the corresponding installation package -> upgrade -> System upgrade completed to 100%.
- After the upgrade is complete, click Restart.
- Update successful.
Note: For those users who are on the Closed Beta version of OxygenOS 12, please download and apply this apk
OBT to MP rollback guide—via Local OTA update
Note: This upgrade method will erase all the contents of the phone, please be sure to backup first.
- Download the suitable rollback package from the links below.
- Copy the Rollback package to the phone storage.
- Install this apk. You’ll need it to roll back. Then, open the app -> tap the top-right gear icon -> find the downgrade package and tap it -> wait to finish the installation -> tap reboot
- After the upgrade is complete, click Restart.
- Rollback successful.
Ready to get started on the Open Beta 1?
Want to go back to Android 11? Download the Rollback package from the links below:
Source: Oneplus
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New leaks have revealed more details about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S25 FE, and so far, the changes look minor. A report also suggested that the selfie camera would be upgraded and that the phone would keep the same 50 MP main rear camera as last year’s model, the S24 FE.
Now, new information has surfaced about the telephoto and ultrawide cameras—and it’s not great news. The telephoto camera will still be an 8 MP sensor with 3x optical zoom, just like the one on the S24 FE.
Many people expected better, especially for a phone in this price range launching in 2025. Still, it’s worth noting that the S25 FE at least has a dedicated telephoto lens, unlike the S25 Edge, which reportedly doesn’t include one at all.
The ultrawide camera will also stay the same—a 12 MP sensor, again similar to the S24 FE. So, if the leaks are accurate, the only noticeable camera improvement in the S25 FE will be on the front-facing selfie camera.
In terms of performance, the S25 FE is expected to feature a slightly better processor. Instead of the Exynos 2400e found in the S24 FE, it will use the full version of the Exynos 2400.
So far, the Galaxy S25 FE seems to be a very small upgrade over its predecessor. The main rear camera, ultrawide, and telephoto lenses are all expected to remain the same. The only real upgrades could be the selfie camera and a slightly better chipset. Whether Samsung has more surprises in store remains to be seen.
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Nothing CEO Carl Pei has confirmed that the Nothing Phone (3) will launch in summer 2025, and it will include AI features to improve the overall user experience.
In a recent video on the Android YouTube channel, Carl Pei gave more information about the upcoming phone. Although the phone was shown in the video, it was blurred to keep the final design a surprise. He said the Phone (3) will come with premium materials, major performance improvements, and better software. “It is our true flagship smartphone,” Carl Pei said.
He also shared his thoughts on how technology should feel exciting again—not just with the design of the device but also through a user-first operating system.
Expected Price of Nothing Phone (3)
Carl Pei revealed that the Nothing Phone (3) could be priced around 800 GBP (approximately USD 1064 or Rs. 90,850). For comparison, the Nothing Phone (2) with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage was priced at 629 GBP (about USD 836 or Rs. 71,429), and it launched in India for Rs. 54,999.
Based on this, the Nothing Phone (3) could be priced in India at over Rs. 64,999, especially if 12GB + 256GB is the base variant. The phone is expected to come with several advanced AI features, which may also affect the pricing.
Launch Timeline
The Nothing Phone (3) is set to launch in the third quarter of 2025, which is between July and September. Since the Phone (2) launched in July 2023, it is likely that the Phone (3) will also be released in July 2025.
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Samsung
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge Launched in India with Slim Body, 200MP Camera, and Starting Price of ₹1,09,999
Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy S25 Edge, its latest premium smartphone designed to compete with the upcoming iPhone 17 Air. The main highlight of the phone is its ultra-slim body, measuring just 5.8mm thick and weighing only 163g.
To achieve this thin design, Samsung used a smaller 3,900mAh battery, which still supports 25W fast charging and wireless charging. Samsung says you can get up to 55% charge in around 30 minutes, but the charger needs to be bought separately.
Display and Performance
The Galaxy S25 Edge features a 6.7-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen with an adaptive refresh rate of 1-120Hz and Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 for protection. It runs on the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chip with 12GB RAM and up to 512GB storage.
Camera System
On the back, it has a 200MP main camera with OIS and 2x optical-quality zoom, along with a 12MP ultra-wide camera that also supports macro shots. For selfies, it includes a 12MP front camera. It can record 8K at 30fps and 4K at 60fps.
Software and Build
The phone comes with Android 15 and One UI 7, and is IP68 rated for dust and water resistance. It also has a titanium frame, giving it a premium feel.
Pricing and Availability (India)
The Galaxy S25 Edge will be available in Titanium Silver and Titanium Jetblack colors.
- 12GB + 256GB – Rs 1,09,999
- 12GB + 512GB – Rs 1,21,999
Samsung is offering a special pre-booking deal:
Customers who pre-order the 512GB version can get it at the price of the 256GB version, saving Rs 12,000.
Pre-orders in India start today, May 13 at 2 PM, across Flipkart, Amazon, and other online and offline retailers.
Global Pricing
- USA: USD 1,099.99 (around Rs 93,330)
- Europe: EUR 1,259 (around Rs 1,19,150)
Full Specifications – Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Other Features: IP68 rating, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, 5G SA/NSA, USB-C, NFC
Display: 6.7-inch QHD+ Infinity-O Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 1–120Hz refresh rate
Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy (up to 4.47GHz), Adreno 830 GPU
RAM & Storage: 12GB RAM with 256GB / 512GB storage
OS: Android 15 with One UI 7
Main Camera: 200MP (f/1.7, OIS) + 12MP ultra-wide (f/2.2, AF, OIS)
Front Camera: 12MP (f/2.2)
Battery: 3,900mAh, 25W fast charging, Qi wireless, Wireless PowerShare
Build: Titanium frame, Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2
Dimensions: 158.2 x 75.6 x 5.8mm
Weight: 163g
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