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HyperOS 2.0 Rumored to Scan for Hidden Cameras, Leaked Screenshots Show
There is a rumor that Xiaomi is on the verge of releasing an update for its Android skin and has dubbed it HyperOS 2.0. According to leaked information published by XiaomiTime, the new OS could come with a special function oriented toward enhancing user privacy—hidden cameras detection.
The feature is said to be named “Camera Scan,” and it will likely use WLAN signals to discover hidden cameras nearby. A leaked screenshot reveals that there is a very basic UI that offers to provide users with a one-click option to start scanning, with the prompt underlining an improvement in privacy and personal safety.
The details of the working principle of Camera Scan are not yet disclosed, but it is assumed to base on WLAN searches—like in some open-source projects available on GitHub.
It is expected to be released in October 2024. HyperOS 2.0 will represent the first anniversary since the launch of HyperOS 1.0. Other features that the update is predicted to come with are the ones related to improving device performance, strengthening connectivity between Xiaomi devices, and increasing options for customization other than camera detection.
It was introduced for the very first time on the Xiaomi 14 series last October in China, replacing quite the established MIUI system. It entered the Indian market through the Poco X6 Pro in January 2024 and further expanded to more devices like the Poco M4 Pro, C65, and M6 by Q2 this year.
If implemented, the camera detection feature in HyperOS 2.0 would rebrand privacy-focused features in smartphone OS at a time when personal privacy and security concerns are more strongly put forth than ever. However, how effective it would turn out to be in any real-world scenario remains to be seen.
Since most of the information being given out at this time is based on leaks and rumors, interest will lie in waiting for official confirmation from Xiaomi itself regarding the specific features and functionalities with HyperOS 2.0.
The Nothing Phone (3), originally priced at Rs. 79,999, is now available for as low as Rs. 44,999 on Flipkart. This big discount comes as part of the latest offer that combines bank discounts and exchange bonuses and it’s catching everyone’s attention just ahead of the Flipkart Big Billion Days Sale.
If you exchange your Nothing Phone (2), you can get up to Rs. 25,000 off, which includes a special Rs. 10,000 exchange bonus. On top of that, Flipkart is offering an additional Rs. 10,000 discount for select bank credit card users, such as ICICI Bank.
When both offers are applied together, the final price of the Nothing Phone (3) drops to Rs. 44,999, giving buyers a huge discount from the original price of Rs. 79,999.
With such a huge offer already live, many are wondering what more Flipkart’s Big Billion Days Sale might bring for the Nothing Phone (3). More surprises could be on the way.
Stay tuned to Flipkart and official announcements to grab the best deal.
Just a day after the Pixel 10’s color options were leaked, the upcoming Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL have now been shown in all their colors too.
The Pixel 10 Pro will reportedly come in four color options:
- Obsidian (a dark gray/black),
- Porcelain (white),
- Moonstone (a slate blue-gray),
- Jade (a soft pistachio green with gold accents).
These names follow Google’s usual style of using creative names for color variants.
Interestingly, the Pixel 10 Pro XL will be available in the exact same four colors. While some fans were hoping for a unique shade exclusive to the larger model, Google has decided to keep the options consistent across both Pro versions.
The Pixel 10 Pro XL is expected to have a 5,200 mAh battery which is the biggest ever in a Pixel phone. Both Pro models will come with telephoto cameras, macro photography support, and run on Google’s new Tensor G5 chipset, made by TSMC.
The entire Pixel 10 series is set to launch officially on August 20.
Nothing recently launched its Phone (3), which the company says is its first true flagship device. But now, new rumors suggest that Nothing may be planning to expand its smartphone lineup even further.
According to a well-known Indian leaker on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), the company might be working on new models under the “Lite” or “T” series. The leaker claims that “Pro models are just not cutting it,” hinting that Nothing might be looking for a new direction.
It’s not completely clear which models the leaker is referring to. Recently, the only Pro version from Nothing was the Phone (3a) Pro which is a mid-range phone with better specs than the regular Phone (3a).
At this time, no detailed information has been shared about the possible Lite or T models. For example, it’s unclear whether Nothing will release a Phone (3) Lite, a Phone (3a) Lite, or both. Each could target different types of users depending on price and features.
If the rumor is true, more leaks and official updates from Nothing may follow soon. Until then, users can check out the company’s current flagship that is the Nothing Phone (3) which is already available.