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One UI 8 Testing Has Started: Full List of Samsung Galaxy Phones Eligible for the Android 16 Update I still remember the buzz in our newsroom the first time Samsung introduced One UI back in 2018. I had just wrapped up my hands-on review of the Galaxy S9 when our test unit unexpectedly received the One UI beta overnight. It was clunky at the time, but something about the minimalist redesign felt like a genuine reset. Seven years later, I was sitting with a Galaxy S25 Ultra in hand, when a new notification blinked: “One UI 8 Beta available.” This article serves one clear purpose - to give you a verified, up-to-date, and complete list of Samsung Galaxy phones and tablets currently undergoing testing for the One UI 8 update, along with exclusive insight into what users can expect from Android 16-based software. If you’re wondering whether your device made the cut, this breakdown has you covered. One UI 8 Based on Android 16: What’s Changing Samsung’s latest skin is more about refinement t...

WhatsApp Ends Support for iPhone 6: Users Locked Out After August Update I still remember standing outside a buzzing Apple store in Delhi in early May, interviewing Rishi, a college student who had queued up for a refurbished iPhone 8.  He looked visibly frustrated. “WhatsApp just stopped working on my iPhone 6 yesterday,” he said, holding up the device with a cracked screen.  He had missed a crucial update from his internship coordinator due to the app cutoff. “I didn’t even know support had ended.” That moment stuck with me - not because of the technicality of a software update, but because of the very real impact it had on someone trying to climb up in life with limited tools. And he’s not alone. This article explains why WhatsApp ended support for older iPhones, running iOS below 15.1, including the iPhone 5s, 6, and 6 Plus who it impacts, and what steps affected users can take immediately to stay connected. This move, while expected by some in the tech community, has caug...

OnePlus Pad 3 Launch Confirmed: Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, 3K Display, Big Battery Revealed It was during a chaotic airport layover in early July when I first noticed how unwieldy most tablets still feel. A fellow traveler beside me was juggling video calls, PDFs, and spreadsheets on a device that looked cutting-edge but felt clunky. That’s when I remembered OnePlus was preparing to release its newest tablet - the OnePlus Pad 3. I made a mental note: if there was ever a moment a thinner, smarter, AI-enhanced tablet could matter, it was in that busy terminal. Fast forward a few weeks, and OnePlus has confirmed that the Pad 3 will officially go on sale in India this September.  While the announcement might sound like just another product launch in an already crowded market, the Pad 3 stands out - and not just for its specs.  With a blend of power, slim design, and meaningful software improvements, it signals how Android tablets are beginning to seriously challenge the iPad’s long-held...

Xiaomi 16 Ultra Full Specs Revealed: Snapdragon 8 Gen 4, 200MP Camera, 120W Charging I still remember the buzz around the Xiaomi 15 Ultra when it dropped earlier this year — sleek design, killer camera setup, and a price tag that made people stop and think. But it also came with a few trade-offs that hardcore fans didn’t overlook. Now, with Xiaomi officially teasing the 16 Ultra, anticipation is back in full swing, and expectations are running higher than ever. This article breaks down what to expect from the Xiaomi 16 Ultra - from design changes and camera upgrades to processor power and likely launch date - so you can decide if this flagship is worth the hype. Xiaomi 16 Ultra Teased by Company Executive Xiaomi’s President and Partner, Lu Weibing, recently confirmed that the Xiaomi 16 Ultra is in the pipeline and will be launched by the end of 2025.  His Weibo post hinted that the new Ultra will continue to build on the legacy of the 13 and 14 Ultra models, which carved a niche in...

Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra Launched with In-House Xring 01 Chip, 12000mAh Battery: India Price Soon New Delhi | Aug 01, 2025 A few days ago, while visiting Nehru Place - Delhi’s bustling hub for electronics - I stopped by a Xiaomi partner outlet out of curiosity.  The shop had a demo unit of Xiaomi’s newest tablet, the Pad 7 Ultra.  I wasn’t planning to buy a tablet, but I ended up spending 20 minutes poking around its massive screen, testing its speakers, and even watching a quick 4K clip.  As someone who’s covered the consumer tech beat for over a decade, I knew this wasn’t a routine refresh.  Xiaomi’s first-ever tablet with its own flagship chip had arrived, and it wasn’t just aiming to compete - it was aiming to dominate. This article exists to unpack what the Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra truly brings to the table - especially for Indian users curious about its future availability and real-world relevance. A New Era for Xiaomi Tablets Xiaomi’s flagship Android tablet - the Pad 7 U...

Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 Refines the Clamshell Foldable Experience With a Larger Cover Screen By Michael B. Norris Mumbai | August 1, 2025 Two months ago, while visiting a crowded electronics market in Shenzhen, I stumbled upon a pre-release unit of the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 at a small retailer’s booth.  The store owner, a tech enthusiast himself, grinned as he flipped the device open with a crisp snap and said, “This one’s different. Feel the hinge.” I did - and he was right. There was no wobble, no resistance. The hinge felt effortless but solid, like the clasp of a precision watch.  As someone who’s tested every major flip phone from the Galaxy Z Flip to the Moto Razr+, I knew immediately: Xiaomi wasn’t just releasing another clamshell.  They were quietly redefining the foldable formula. This article aims to give readers a grounded, hands-on-informed breakdown of how the Xiaomi Flip 2 enhances the clamshell foldable experience - and why it matters now Key Specs: Xiaomi Mix Flip 2...