This same tradition has been carried on in custom development as well, bringing up smiles to the faces of tech enthusiasts. Once you have unlocked the device’s bootloader via In-Depth Test APK, there’s a truckload of tweaks to try out. From flashing custom ROMs to installing custom recoveries like TWRP or OrangeFox, the possibilities stand endless. Along the same lines, you could even root your device via Magisk, with or without using TWRP Recovery....

What is Bootloader? According to Google “A bootloader is a vendor-proprietary image responsible for bringing up the kernel on a device. It guards the device state and is responsible for initializing the Trusted Execution Environment (TEE) and binding its root of trust”. Confused? So am I! let us leave all this aside. In simpler terms, a Bootloader is a software that runs every time your phone boots (start). It contains a set of instructions that tells the device which program to load at what instance....

It’s screen size, which is just 5.9 inches! This could easily quality as one of the best compact phones to date. Add to it, the Zenfone series has always been known to be quite an active player in custom development. And there’s every reason to believe that its ninth iteration would follow in the same footsteps as well. Be it for flashing custom ROMs, installing custom recovery, or rooting your device via Magisk, there are a whole lot of tweaks to try out....

So if you are looking to stay within the MIUI boundaries but want a ROM that gives out a stable and bloat-free usage experience, then Xiaomi EU ROM should be your go-to choice. Beholding just the right amount of features, it has managed to maintain overall system stability. However, if the preset functionalities fall short of your requirement, then you have the option to install additional mods and add a few extra features to the Xiaomi EU ROM....

But as opposed to other devices that follow a single firmware rule, Xiaomi has two different firmware files and also numerous methods to flash these files. While having many options at hand is always a good idea, however, in some instances, it might create some confusion in the mind of the users as to the perks and risks [if any] associated with each of these approaches and more importantly which method they should ultimately opt for....

But on a fortunate note, these devices are one of the most active players in custom development. And this gives us the perfect opportunity to escape from the clutches of the bloated ColorOS and bring home a clean and stock usage experience bereft of any unnecessary preinstalled apps and services. So without any further ado, let’s get started with the instructions to install the latest LineageOS 20 ROM based on Android 13 onto your OnePlus 8/8 Pro/8T....

1. Launch taskbar applications from the keyboard Most of us have a habit of launching an app present in the taskbar via the mouse click. Granted that is an easy method, but there is actually a much faster way for the same. All the icons on the taskbar, starting from right next to the ‘Windows’ icon, are assigned a number. The leftmost icon is given the number 1 and so on till the 10th icon, which has been assigned number 0....

However, in spite of all the goodies attached, they aren’t free from their fair share of issues either. We have already covered bugs related to WiFi, Carplay, Spotlight, iMessage, Haptic Feedback, and AOD, and now, there has been another unfortunate entry to this list. Numerous users have voiced their concern that the notifications not working/appearing on their iPhone 14/Pro/Max. The issue seems to be affecting both the system as well as the third-party apps....

However, one benefit with these devices is the fact that they are still quite an active player in custom development. As a result of which, you could easily break the shackles of this bloated OS and make a switch over to a custom ROM. And in this guide, we will show you how to download and install the Pixel Experience ROM based on Android 13 onto your OnePlus 7T/7T Pro....

On the flip side, it tends to get bugged with a few issues as well. As of now, numerous users have now voiced their concern that Pokemon Go gets stuck on the White/Black/Grey screen. Some of the most common instances where this tends to happen include when opening a friend list, dying in raids, and beating a team rocket member. Moroever, the culprit behind this issue is the latest update version 267....

This OEM has always been quick to release its kernel source code. As a result, all its devices have been quick to jump into custom development. Along the same lines, it has long-lasting support in this domain. While it has been more than two years since its launch date, yet there are still a plethora of mods and tweaks coming up every now and then. Furthermore, we are already seeing many Android 11 custom ROMs for these devices as well....

With that said, Pixel devices are the go-to choice for numerous tech enthusiasts, all thanks to their impressive support in the tech community by the developers. Once you have checkmarked the sole prerequisite of an unlocked bootloader, you will be in a position to gain administrative access by rooting your Pixel 7A/7/Pro using the Magisk, which, in turn, will open the floodgates to a plethora of customization. So without further ado, let’s check out this could be carried out....

However, in spite of all the goodies attached, it isn’t free from its fair share of issues either. As of now, numerous users have voiced their concern that the touch is not working with various third-party apps on their Galaxy S23 Ultra. For example, while browsing in Chrome or using Telegram, the back button on the lower right corner doesn’t register touches. Apart from that, the top left corner also doesn’t respond sometime in Telegram and Firefox....

Recently Samsung rolled out the firmware version RTOS 1.0 update for these earbuds. And right after installing it, numerous users have voiced their concern that they are hearing loud screeching/buzzing white noise in their Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro. Some users have also said that when they take out their left earbuds, the right one tends to perform even worse. To make matter worse, the audio keeps on echoing as well....

Recently we covered about the videos not loading, the home and back button not working, and the inaccurate color palette. Now, there has been another unwanted addition to this list. Various users have voiced their concern that the screensaver on their Samsung device resets and reverts to the default Colors selection, irrespective of the fact whether they choose Photo Table, Photo Frame, or [Google] Photos. Initially, the issue was only being reported by Galaxy S22 Ultra users....

However, beginning with Android 12, Google has changed its implementation of MAC address randomization and has infact made it next to impossible even for the rooted users to get this job done. But we did manage to find a nifty workaround using which you could bypass this restriction and set a custom MAC address on your Android device. So without further ado, let’s check out how this could be carried out....

However, in spite of such a powerhouse specs sheet, you might still come across a few hiccups even in the normal usage of your device. And that has indeed been the case during the past few months. Many users have voiced their concern that they are facing significant stutter and scrolling lag on their Galaxy S22 Ultra device. This issue is all the more prominent while using a third-party app, specifically Twitter....

Be it for flashing custom ROMs, installing a custom recovery, trying out a custom kernel, or gaining administrative privileges by rooting your device via Magisk, there’s a slew of intriguing things to welcome abode. However, this is just one side of the coin. Trying out these tweaks might also bring in uninvited guests. Just a slight deviation and your device might end up in a bootloop or softbrick state. Well, even then you could easily unbrick your Motorola Edge X30 via Fastboot commands....

Viber is deleting contents of the Downloads Folder on Mac! According to many users, initially, when they had installed the app on their PC, they gave it access to the Downloads folder so that all the files downloaded from the app would be placed under that one single roof. However, much to their surprise they noted that Viber has silently deleted all the files present in the Downloads folder on their Mac....

However, in spite of all the goodies attached, it isn’t free from its fair share of issues either. Various users have voiced their concern that the Powershell is not working issue on their Windows 11 PC. As far as the reason for the same is concerned, it could be quite a few ones. including the likes of corrupt system files and interference with third-party services. With that said, this guide will make you aware of a few workarounds that would help you resolve this issue....