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BREAKING: UPI Goes Global! PayPal Partnership Set to Revolutionize Cross-Border Payments

New Delhi, India & San Jose, USA – July 24, 2025 – Get ready for a monumental shift in how we pay and send money across borders! Payments giant PayPal has just announced a transformative partnership with NPCI (National Payments Corporation of India), the powerhouse behind India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI). This collaboration is poised to unleash UPI's global potential, making international digital transactions smoother, faster, and more accessible than ever before.

Nissi Vardhan

Jul 24, 2025

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Nokia's Big News: They Want to Make Phones Again!

Nokia, a brand many people know from old mobile phones, seems ready to jump back into making smartphones. After working with other companies for a while, Nokia is now actively looking for a new big phone maker to team up with. This shows they're serious about bringing Nokia-branded phones back to stores.

Nissi Vardhan

Jul 24, 2025

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Is Chrome OS Merging with Android? An Analysis of Google's Future Vision

A recent interview with Sameer Samat, President of Google's Android Ecosystem division, has sparked significant discussion: he casually mentioned that Google intends to "be combining ChromeOS and Android into a single platform." This statement, while lacking specific timelines, suggests a strategic shift towards a more unified operating system experience across Google's device ecosystem.

Nissi Vardhan

Jul 20, 2025

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Xiaomi Smart Band 10: Your Smart Health and Style Companion Just Got Smarter

Xiaomi's Smart Band series has always been a fan favorite for its blend of essential fitness tracking, smart features, and incredible affordability. The Xiaomi Smart Band 10 arrives as the latest iteration, bringing notable upgrades in design, display, and overall user experience, aiming to solidify its position as a top choice in the budget fitness tracker market. It refines what was already great about the series, making it even more appealing for daily use.

Nissi Vardhan

Jul 8, 2025

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YouTube Music Desktop App: Your Music, Your Way, On Your Computer!

Do you love YouTube Music but wish it felt more like a proper app on your computer, instead of just another tab in your web browser? Well, good news! There's an unofficial, but super popular, YouTube Music Desktop App that gives you all the features of YouTube Music in a neat, standalone program. Think of it as giving YouTube Music its own special home on your desktop, making it easier to use and enjoy, without getting lost among your other browser tabs.

Nissi Vardhan

Jul 7, 2025

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Is Your Android Phone Truly "Open"? And Are Custom ROMs Dying Out?

Android is famous for being "open," meaning you can often tinker with it more than other phone systems. But is it really fully open? And what about those special "custom ROMs" that let you change your phone completely – are they disappearing? Let's clear up these rumors and see what's really happening.

Nissi Vardhan

Jun 23, 2025

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One UI 7 Battery Blues? This Power User Trick Might Just Be Your Savior

Facing disappointing battery life after the One UI 7 update on your Samsung Galaxy? You're not alone. While the new OS brings exciting features, some users are experiencing a noticeable dip in battery performance. Beyond the usual tips, discover a more technical approach favored by power users to potentially reclaim lost battery life and boost performance: wiping your phone's cache partition.

Nissi Vardhan

Jun 3, 2025

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The Official Google Store Now Selling in India

Google has officially launched its direct-to-consumer online Google Store in India, marking a significant step in its strategy for the Indian market. This move allows consumers across the country to directly purchase Pixel devices, including smartphones, watches, and earbuds, along with official accessories, straight from the source. This complements Google's existing network of online and offline retail partners.

Nissi Vardhan

May 29, 2025

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Forget Sharing Earbuds: Android 16 is About to Unleash Auracast

Remember those awkward moments trying to share music or listen to something with a friend? Fighting over an earbud, the tinny sound from a phone struggling against the background noise? Those days might be numbered. Android 16 is bringing a game-changing feature to the forefront: Auracast. Get ready for a silent revolution in how we experience and share audio.

Nissi Vardhan

May 27, 2025

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The Walls Close In: Google's Play Integrity API Hardens Against Android Freedom (May 2025)

A significant shift has occurred within the Android landscape this month, as Google has rolled out substantial updates to its Play Integrity API. These changes, while presented under the banner of security, are poised to create a more restrictive environment for users who choose to deviate from the standard Google-approved Android experience. If you operate a custom ROM, utilize a rooted device, or prefer a Google-independent Android setup, the implications of these updates are considerable.

Nissi Vardhan

May 21, 2025

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Google Pixel Charging Optimization: Why My Phone Sometimes Charges to 100% (Even When Limited to 80%)

I noticed many Google Pixel users on Reddit and other forums were confused and frustrated because their phones sometimes skip the 80% charging limit and charge all the way to 100%. After seeing their questions and concerns, I decided to dig into why this happens, how Pixel’s charging optimization really works, and how you can use tools like Battery Guru to better manage your battery health.

Danijel Markov

May 19, 2025

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Best Battery Life Phones in 2025: Which Smartphones Last the Longest?

Looking for a smartphone that won’t quit on you? Discover the best battery life phones in 2025, from flagship powerhouses to budget champions, and learn how to keep your battery healthy with Battery Guru.

Danijel Markov

May 19, 2025

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Xiaomi's XRING 01: A Strategic Leap into Custom Silicon

Xiaomi has officially announced its XRING 01 system-on-chip (SoC) on May 15, 2025, with a full unveiling expected later in the month. This move, reportedly the culmination of over a decade of development , marks a significant strategic shift. The XRING 01 is not aimed at immediately outperforming top-tier SoCs but focuses on deeper hardware-software integration for optimized battery life, AI, and thermal management within Xiaomi's HyperOS ecosystem. This approach, similar to Google's Tensor strategy, prioritizes a tailored user experience. The chip is expected to debut in the Xiaomi 15s series, likely with an initial China-only launch.

Nissi Vardhan

May 16, 2025

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How to Upload Files to Google Drive from an Ubuntu Server using the gdrive command-line tool

This guide will walk you through the process of using the gdrive command-line tool to transfer files, such as build artifacts or backups, directly from your Ubuntu server to your Google Drive. This is particularly useful for automating transfers or making server files easily accessible.

Nissi Vardhan

May 14, 2025

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The Smarter Way to Charge: How Modern Phones Protect Your Battery

From adaptive algorithms to bypass charging, here’s how your smartphone is working behind the scenes to keep your battery healthy for the long run.

Danijel Markov

May 9, 2025

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Rooting Your Device With KSU (KernelSU)

Let’s see how to root the Android devices using using the KernelSU for Xiaomi/Redmi/POC devices

Nissi Vardhan

May 7, 2025

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Pixel Phones Getting Battery Health with Android 16, But Only Some Will See It

Google is finally adding native battery health stats to Pixel phones with Android 16, but if you’re using an older Pixel, you might be left out. Here’s what’s changing and how to get similar insights if your device isn’t supported.

Danijel Markov

May 7, 2025

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Top 10 Battery-Saving Myths (And What Actually Works)

Think killing apps or turning off Wi-Fi will save your phone’s battery? Think again! Here’s a breakdown of the most common battery-saving myths, and what actually works to extend your phone’s battery life.

Danijel Markov

May 1, 2025

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How Battery Temperature Affects Mobile Phones: A Deep Dive Into Lithium-Ion, Polymer, and Emerging Batteries

Battery temperature has a bigger impact on your smartphone’s performance and lifespan than you might think. Here's how different battery types react to heat and cold, and why managing temperature is critical for long-term health.

Danijel Markov

Apr 28, 2025

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Best New Android Games You Should Try in 2025

Mobile gaming in 2025 has reached a whole new level, blending stunning graphics, creative gameplay, and next-gen experiences right in your pocket.

Danijel Markov

Apr 27, 2025

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Why Your Battery Life Gets Worse After a Software Update

Noticed your Android battery draining faster after an update? Here’s why it happens and what you can do about it.

Danijel Markov

Apr 27, 2025

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Android 16 Beta 4 Is Here: Everything You Need to Know

The final Beta before release! Discover what Android 16 brings for developers, users, and the future of Android devices.

Danijel Markov

Apr 27, 2025

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How to Improve Battery Life on Android [Without Root]

Keep your Android device running longer on a single charge with these practical tips and tricks.

Danijel Markov

Apr 27, 2025

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Understanding Android Wakelocks and How to Hunt Them Down Using Battery Guru

With Google's renewed focus on optimizing battery life on Android devices, many users are wondering: what exactly are wakelocks, and how do they affect my phone’s battery life? Let’s dive into what wakelocks are, how you can find out which apps are misbehaving, and how Battery Guru (Community Version) helps you uncover and manage them—even on devices with tighter restrictions like Xiaomi’s.

Nissi Vardhan

Apr 20, 2025

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Grant permissions through Shizuku and aShell applications.

This guide will help you enable additional permissions on BATTERY GURU using two applications: Shizuku and aShell.

Nissi Vardhan

Apr 1, 2025

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How to extract init_boot.img using Payload Dumper

In this topic, I will explain how to extract `init_boot.img` from the `payload.bin` file, along with other images like `boot.img` and more.

Nissi Vardhan

Mar 6, 2025

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How To Unlock Bootloader Of Any Xiaomi/Poco/Redmi Device

Well, if you are searching for a latest guide to unlocking the bootloader of your Xiaomi device to try different mods and custom ROMs, then you have landed at the right place. Today in this post we will bring you a complete guide on how to Unlock the Bootloader on Any Xiaomi phone. So read it till the end as each step is important in order to unlock the bootloader.

Danijel Markov

Feb 4, 2025

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How To Install TWRP: A Full Guide To TWRP on Any Android Device

In one of our recent posts, we guided you to unlock the bootloader of your android device so that you can try different mods. However, the basic and the first step to making installing mods easily is to install a custom recovery that allows you to access different partitions of your device and helps in flashing zip files, custom ROMs and firmware without any hassle. So, if you are interested in installing TWRP on your android device and how to use it, then this guide is just for you.

Danijel Markov

Feb 2, 2025

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How To Grant Permissions Without PC Using LADB

Remember how, in one of our previous guides, we talked about Shizuku and how you can use Shizuku and a terminal app to grant special permissions to an app using wireless debugging? That is one method, but we have another app that will make granting permission even easier. So read this guide all the way to the end.

Danijel Markov

Feb 2, 2025

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How To Debloat Your Xiaomi Device Without Root 1/5/2022Comments

If you own a Xiaomi device, you've probably grown tired of the slowness, bloatware, advertisements, and other unnecessary services that come with it. Isn't it fascinating that we have a solution to this problem, and it doesn't need rooting your device? If that's the case, just keep reading till the end.

Danijel Markov

Feb 1, 2025

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How To Install Android Apps On Any Linux Distro!

Do you want to use your favourite Android applications and games on your Linux computer? If so, you've come to the correct spot because we'll introduce you to anbox and show you how to install it so you can run any Android app on your Linux Distro.

Danijel Markov

Feb 1, 2025

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How To Run Windows Application On Your Linux System Using Wine!

When Linux was originally introduced, many of Microsoft Windows' programmes had not been adequately adopted, leaving users with several obstacles. As a result, Wine was born, a compatibility layer that enables Windows programmes to run on Linux. Wine could only run a few Windows programmes at first, but it can now run hundreds of them, making it a versatile Linux system. People frequently worry that moving to Linux would cause them problems because many Windows applications are not yet accessible for Linux systems, but they no longer need to worry because wine is constantly being optimised and fixed, making it more compatible and efficient. Wine's creators went to great lengths to make the accessibility layer as user-friendly as possible.

Danijel Markov

Feb 1, 2025

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How To Install Windows 11 On An Unsupported PC/Laptop Easily!

As you may be aware, Windows 11 is significantly more modular than Windows 10, and Microsoft may offer upgrades to current features such as Windows Settings in addition to big feature updates. This implies that Experience Packs, in addition to cumulative upgrades, will include a variety of new features and small enhancements. So, if your computer or laptop does not meet the minimal requirements for Windows 11 installation, this tutorial is for you since we will show you two simple ways to install Windows 11 on an unsupported device.

Danijel Markov

Jan 31, 2025

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Disable Unenroll this device when new version of Windows releases

When it comes to upgrading to the latest version of Windows, the process can be both exciting and frustrating. Exciting, because of all the new features and improvements that come with the update, but frustrating when things don't go as smoothly as expected. This is especially true for Windows 10 users who have upgraded to Windows 11 Insider Preview and unenrolled from the Windows Insider program to get only stable updates.

Danijel Markov

Jan 31, 2025

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Making Windows 11 Terminal Look Better!

In this guide, we'll be showing you how to spruce up the appearance of the Windows 11 Terminal. As a powerful operating system, Windows 11 offers many features, but the terminal may not always look as visually appealing. Specifically, the terminal may have a plain or outdated appearance. To improve this, we'll be utilizing a tool called oh-my-posh to customize the terminal's appearance and make it more visually appealing. By the end, your terminal will have a cool and pretty look that will surely impress your friends and colleagues.

Danijel Markov

Jan 30, 2025

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How to transfer data from your old Android phone to your new one

When it's time to switch from your older Android phone to a new one, you'll want to make sure all of your data makes its way across safely. Thankfully, Google makes it extremely convenient to migrate your texts, call logs, contacts, music, and photos over to your new phone seamlessly.

Danijel Markov

Jan 30, 2025

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Shizuku Make granting special permissions easier

Shizuku is a tool that application developers can use to easily access certain system APIs. In some cases, it serves as an alternative to root when the only reason an app requires root is to obtain ADB permissions.

Danijel Markov

Jan 29, 2025

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How to grant permissions over ADB

Whether you're new to ADB or looking for a clear, step-by-step process, this guide has you covered. Let's dive in!

Danijel Markov

Jan 10, 2025