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How to install Android 7.0 Nougat on your Nexus device right now

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Android 7.0 Nougat is rolling out to eligible devices via an over-the-air update as we speak. Nexus and Android One phones and tablets, namely the Nexus 6P, Nexus 5X, Nexus 6, Nexus 9, Nexus Player, Pixel C, and the General Mobile Android 4G, Google’s first Android One device for Europe, are getting the first bite off Nougat.

To find out if the newest flavor of Android is available on your phone and/or tablet, simply head to Settings > About Phone > System Update, and then tap the “Check for update” button.

Don’t be alarmed if the download notification doesn’t pop up on your device’s screen; unlike iOS updates, new Android versions can take weeks, even months, to arrive. Nougat doesn’t appear to be rolling out far and wide just yet. A bummer, we know.

There is, however, a way to put your device on a faster track to upgrading than others, which, in a way, forces the update to download. Sure, it’ll take a few downloads, but the outcome will be the same — you’ll be on the final version of Android 7.0 Nougat sooner than intended.

All you need to do is opt into Google’s Android Beta Program and enroll your device. You can sign up for the test program here.

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The link will direct you to a sign-in page. Do so and tap “Enroll device” under the list of eligible devices. Wait for a couple of minutes, then repeat the steps at the beginning of this post to check if the update shows up on your phone or tablet. Download and install every update that comes your way and you’ll eventually end up with the final build of Nougat. Don’t worry about the updates wiping your data because they won’t.

The latest version of Android brings several cool features, including a better battery-saving mode and notification shade and the ability to run two apps simultaneously.

We’ve gone through the process of upgrading to Android 7.0 Nougat and screencapped the important parts for you. You can find the screenshots below.

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realme 16 Pro 5G Harry Potter Edition: Price, availability in the Philippines

Hogwarts magic meets smartphone design

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The realme 16 Pro 5G Harry Potter Edition is now available in the Philippines for PHP 39,999. This limited-edition smartphone features a color-changing Hogwarts crest, an exclusive Harry Potter-themed interface, and a collection of Wizarding World memorabilia.

Limited to fewer than 200 units nationwide, the special edition is designed for fans and collectors of the beloved franchise.

Hogwarts magic in every detail

The realme 16 Pro 5G Harry Potter Edition comes in Magic Brown, featuring an Enchanted Texture Leather back with a three-dimensional diamond pattern inspired by wizard chessboards.

Its centerpiece is the Hogwarts Four-House Crest, which reveals the signature colors of Gryffindor, Slytherin, Ravenclaw, and Hufflepuff when exposed to direct sunlight or ultraviolet light. This effect uses realme’s Quadra Light-Sensing Color-changing Tech.

The phone also features a gold Hedwig-inspired camera design, matching gold accents along its edges, and a laser-engraved “Welcome to Hogwarts” inscription on the side.

A Hogwarts-inspired interface

The Harry Potter theme extends to the phone’s software. Exclusive wallpapers depict Hogwarts Castle at different times of the day, with Golden Dawn for daytime and Mystic Dusk for nighttime.

Other customizations include boot-up and fingerprint animations inspired by Hogwarts acceptance letters, more than 30 redesigned app icons, and camera watermarks inspired by the four Hogwarts houses.

A trunk full of collectibles

The limited-edition packaging takes the form of a Harry Potter-inspired trunk featuring the Hogwarts crest and the realme 16 Pro Harry Potter Edition branding.

Inside, fans will find a Hogwarts acceptance letter addressed to Mr. Potter, character postcards featuring Harry, Ron, and Hermione, and bookmarks representing all four Hogwarts houses.

The package also includes Hogwarts Crest pins and a Hogwarts Express-inspired ticket bearing the route from London to Hogwarts via Platform 9¾.

realme 16 Pro 5G Harry Potter Edition price and availability

The realme 16 Pro 5G Harry Potter Edition is priced at PHP 39,999 in the Philippines. Only fewer than 200 units will be available nationwide.

Hogwarts-inspired store displays will be available at the following locations:

  • SM Fairview
  • SM North EDSA
  • SM Calamba

The device will also be available at kiosks in SM Clark, SM Dasmariñas, and SM Megamall.

For further updates, visit realme’s official Facebook page.

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Apple iPhone Duo Unboxing and Hands-on

Supported apps, crease, cameras, and MagSafe all tested

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Apple’s iPhone Duo is finally here!

Aside from unboxing the all-new iPhone-dable in Night Sky, we take a closer look at the display crease, check out the under-display camera quality, see which MagSafe accessories work with it.

Most of all, which apps support it (or not).

But how well does the dual-screen experience on an iPhone actually work? Watch our Apple iPhone Duo unboxing and hands-on to know more!

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OPPO Find X10 Series: Price, availability

Find X10 starts at £1,099

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OPPO Find X10 Pro Max

OPPO Find X10 Series is launching globally with promotional offers for buyers in the United Kingdom.

The lineup includes the OPPO Find X10 and OPPO Find X10 Pro Max. Both models come with a complimentary accessory worth £500, with buyers able to choose from the OPPO Hasselblad Teleconverter, OPPO Watch X3, or OPPO Pad 5.

Here’s how much the OPPO Find X10 Series costs and what buyers can get during the launch promotion.

OPPO Find X10 Series price

The OPPO Find X10 Series has the following prices in the UK:

  • OPPO Find X10 (12GB + 256GB): £1,099
  • OPPO Find X10 Pro Max (12GB + 512GB): £1,499

Both models come with the same launch bundle and promotional offers.

OPPO Find X10 Series launch offers

Customers who purchase either phone can choose one complimentary accessory worth £500 from the following options:

  • OPPO Hasselblad Teleconverter
  • OPPO Watch X3
  • OPPO Pad 5

Buyers trading in an OPPO or OnePlus device can also receive an additional £250.

A further £100 discount is available from October 21 to 28.

OPPO Find X10 Series availability

OPPO announced the Find X10 Series’ global debut for October 21 in Mallorca, Spain.

The UK pricing and promotional offers have been confirmed, but the information provided does not specify availability dates or pricing for other markets.

OPPO Find X10 Series features

Dual 200MP and Triple 200MP camera systems

The OPPO Find X10 Series puts mobile photography at the center of its flagship experience.

The standard Find X10 combines a 200MP main camera and a 200MP telephoto camera with a 50MP ultra-wide camera. This setup gives users three perspectives for different subjects, from expansive landscapes to distant objects.

The Find X10 Pro Max takes things further with three 200MP rear cameras. Its ultra-wide camera features a 124-degree field of view and autofocus for macro photography. The 200MP main camera uses a custom ISOCELL HPC sensor co-developed by OPPO and Samsung, while the telephoto camera is designed for detailed shots of distant subjects.

Both models support high-resolution photography and offer flexibility when cropping and reframing images. Users can also pair either phone with the optional Hasselblad Teleconverter to extend the reach of the telephoto camera.

LUMO True Image Engine aims for natural-looking photos

OPPO’s LUMO True Image Engine is designed to reproduce colors, lighting, and textures more faithfully.

The computational photography system combines OPPO’s imaging technology with Hasselblad Master Mode’s tonal rendering. It also uses color information from a new-generation True Color Camera to improve color reproduction across different lighting conditions.

Rather than aggressively brightening shadows or sharpening every detail, the system aims to preserve the natural relationship between highlights and shadows. It also takes a more restrained approach to noise reduction to preserve textures in subjects such as skin, hair, fabrics, and architecture.

On the Find X10 Pro Max, DeepPix technology works with the custom 200MP main camera sensor to support up to 17 stops of dynamic range. This helps preserve information in scenes with bright highlights and deep shadows.

Hasselblad imaging and teleconverter support

The Find X10 Series continues OPPO’s collaboration with Hasselblad, bringing the camera manufacturer’s color science and Master Mode to both smartphones.

Both models support dedicated Hasselblad Teleconverter accessories for users who want greater reach when photographing distant subjects. With the accessory attached, the Find X10 Pro Max supports true 10x optical zoom, while the Find X10 delivers 11x optical zoom, according to OPPO.

The accessory gives photographers more flexibility when shooting concerts, wildlife, and distant subjects. In the UK, buyers can also choose the Hasselblad Teleconverter as their complimentary launch accessory.

High-resolution video recording

The Find X10 Series also brings upgrades for video creators.

The Find X10 Pro Max supports 4K recording at up to 120fps and 8K recording at 30fps across all three rear cameras. The Find X10 offers the same recording capabilities on its two 200MP cameras.

Both models introduce Open Gate Capture, which uses the sensor’s full imaging area to capture more of a scene. This gives creators more flexibility to crop and reframe footage for landscape, portrait, and other formats during post-production.

Displays with up to 144Hz refresh rates

The Find X10 features a 6.59-inch flat display, while the Find X10 Pro Max has a larger 6.78-inch panel.

Both support adaptive refresh rates of up to 144Hz and the BT.2020 wide color gamut. These features are designed to deliver smooth interactions and vivid colors when browsing, gaming, watching videos, or reviewing photos.

Large batteries and durability

Both smartphones feature an 8,000mAh silicon-carbon battery designed to support extended use. OPPO says the batteries can provide up to two days of typical use and retain more than 80% of their original capacity after five years of typical use.

The Find X10 Series also carries IP66, IP68, and IP69 dust and water resistance ratings. Both devices have SGS Five-Star Drop Resistance Certification, offering additional protection for everyday use.

MediaTek flagship processors

The Find X10 runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Find X10 Pro Max uses the 2nm MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro.

The processors are designed to support demanding workloads, including photography, video recording, gaming, and AI-powered features.

ColorOS 17 and AI features

The Find X10 Series runs ColorOS 17, which introduces a refreshed interface called Living Flow Design.

The software also features AI Mind Pilot with Agent Mode. It connects agentic AI with files and photos stored on the phone, helping users handle more complex tasks through a single prompt.

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