There’s certainly no shortage of Street Fighter 6 statues and figures in the world, but there are still some that will reach out and grab your attention.
We recently came across a new Chun-Li statue that’s about to come out that caught our attention like it probably will yours for a few reasons in particular.
Hao Bo Studio crafted this new Chun statue that features her Street Fighter 6 attire and a couple of extras.
The figure has the strongest woman in the world sitting atop a couple of suitcases with her legs crossed in her normal outfit, but you can make changes to that.
She comes with bare leg and barefoot part replacement pieces that certainly do bear everything.
With these pieces attached, Chun-Li is now sitting in just her underwear though she does still have the gold bands around her ankles and thigh.
This is a 1/4 scale statue that’s said to sit around 35 cm / 13.8 inches tall.
She’s currently available for pre-order in limited quantitates for $400 USD, so she’s not coming cheap either.
For those in the market for something a bit more affordable, there are Street Fighter 6 amiibo on the way too for Luke, Jamie and Kimberly on the Nintendo Switch 2.
You can get a closer look at the Chun-Li statue in the gallery below, and more information can be found on the orzGK website.
Harry Potter movies may have been over, but their legacy lives on with other projects. Previously, HBO confirmed that a Harry Potter television series is in the works. It will tell the same story as we saw in the movies, but it will feature an entirely different cast. While the cast for Harry, Hermione, and Ron has yet to be confirmed, some of the cast members of the TV show have been confirmed. Here’s all you need to know about the Harry Potter TV series confirmed and rumored cast.
John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore
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Originally played by Richard Harris and Michael Gambon in the Harry Potter films, Albus Dumbledore is one of the most significant characters. He is the perfect mentor and the epitome of hope who protects Hogwarts and its legacy from threats. Dumbledore also mentors Harry Potter in his battle against the Lord of Darkness, i.e., Voldemort. Three actors have portrayed the character so far in the Harry Potter cast, and now, finally, we will see the six-time Emmy-winning actor John Lithgow stepping into the shoes of the iconic character. The actor confirmed the huge news in an interview with Variety in February 2025.
Nick Frost as Rubeus Hagrid
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Here comes another fan-favorite character of the franchise. He is the one to help Harry achieve what he was born for. To be precise, he is the one to tell Harry about his wizarding roots and help him escape the torturous life that his relative gave him. Later, he becomes a member of the golden trio, Harry, Hermione, and Ron. Whether they want to share their victory or their sorrows, Hagrid always shows up. Hagrid blessed Harry with all the love and warmth that he had always craved.
Robbie Coltrane played Hagrid in the Harry Potter movies, and he was the sole reason for the character’s fame. However, as per Deadline, HBO is eyeing Nick Frost for the role in the television series. Even though it’s too early to predict if he will bag the role in the Harry Potter TV series cast or if it will be passed to someone else, fans seem extremely satisfied with the news.
Janet McTeer as Minerva McGonagall
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Like Dumbledore, Minerva McGonagall cares extremely for Hogwarts and its students, and she can go beyond her limits to keep them safe. She is the pillar of integrity and strength that makes her an ideal mentor for the students of Hogwarts. She initially served as the no-nonsense deputy headmistress and later became the headmistress of the School of Wizardry and Witchcraft. Like Hagrid, she never fails to guide Harry Potter as she is very well aware of the boy’s potential. She also becomes his shield plenty of times to protect Harry from falling prey to Snape’s conspiracies.
Maggie Smith portrayed the character in Harry Potter movies, and Fiona Glascott played her role in Fantastic Beasts. Now, as per the reports from Deadline, Janet McTeer is being eyed for the role of Dumbledore’s right-hand. However, the actress has not yet commented anything about the deal.
Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape
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Severus Snape is one of the most complicated characters J.K. Rowling has blessed us with. Initially, he seems to be a true antagonist, but as the story moves forward, we realize that he is a man driven by love, guilt, and redemption.
Earlier, it was Alan Rickman, who made Severus Snape one of the most-remembered characters from Harry Potter, and now, it’s turn for Paapa Essiedu to be included in the Harry Potter TV show cast as the misunderstood professor. Well, that’s what the reports suggest. However, nothing can be said with full certainty until Essiedu comments on it.
Cillian Murphy
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Cillian Murphy is one of the most versatile actors who can pull off any role with brilliance. While fans might be thrilled to see the actor’s name on the list, let’s not keep our hopes high as his involvement in the HBO series has yet to be officially confirmed. It is rumored that the actor will play the character of Professor Quirinus Quirrell on the screen. Yes, the same professor who was a temporary Horcrux in the series and the one who appeared as an antagonist in the first Harry Potter film.
So, these are all confirmed and rumored Harry Potter TV series cast. We will keep this article updated as new rumors or official confirmations follow.
Aparna Ukil
Aparna is the Senior Entertainment Writer at Beebom. She started her professional journey in the retail industry but her admiration for films and TV shows pulled her into the field of entertainment writing where she has experience writing for various well-known publishers including Otakukart, Sportskeeda, Game Revolution, Forever Geek and Dexerto.
Solo Leveling has become the G.O.A.T anime lately because of the electrifying events it featured in the latest season. Jinwoo’s terrifying power-up, his fight with the Ant King, and whatnot – Season 2 of the anime had everything.
Following the release of the tenth episode, Solo Leveling Season 2 became the most-watched anime on Crunchyroll, which eventually caused its servers to crash multiple times. With each episode, the popularity of the anime exploded, and after its final episode, it created history by receiving 700,000 ratings on Crunchyroll, which even the longest-running anime like One Piece couldn’t get. Despite having great potential, one thing that is lacking in Solo Leveling is good supporting character arcs.
The story of Solo Leveling is about an underdog protagonist, Sung Jinwoo, who would not have found a place for himself in the world if the Architect hadn’t discovered him during the Double Dungeon.
Following his confrontation with the Architect, aka Kandiaru, Jinwoo gets a heroic transformation. While his level-up is enough to hook the viewer, it also gets frustrating sometimes. That’s because, after a point, the anime starts looking repetitive.
Jinwoo starts to feel like a killing machine that doesn’t require any support to tackle the enemies in the story. However, that shouldn’t be a usual practice, though. Sometimes, the viewer feels the urge for twists and turns.
For instance, in the Jeju Island arc, Jinwoo initially refuses to join forces with the S-Rank hunters, but in the end, he is the one who clears the dungeon raid on the island. The hero is certainly the one to get the final shot in every title, but fans do like to watch the supporting characters get their share of screen time.
For instance, in anime like Demon Slayer, Tanjiro always shows up to protect humanity at the end, but the series never fails to give importance to the side characters. For example — the Hashiras in Demon Slayer or the other demon slayers like Zenitsu and Inosuke are given enough screen time to shine and show off their breathing techniques.
However, in Solo Leveling, the side characters end up looking like the background actors who are always outshone by the central character aka Jinwoo.
Like the System in Solo Leveling blessed Jinwoo with a boost, I feel the supporting cast deserves it as well. Particularly talking about Cha Hae-In, Yoo Jinho, Beru, Go Gunhee, Thomas Andre, Woo Jinchul, and Choi Jong-In. They are way more potent than we believe, but it seems the series does not do them justice and often makes them look like bystanders.
In chapters 11-12, which were adapted in Solo Leveling Season 1 Episode 4, Hwang Dongsuk, the cunning C-rank hunter, tricks Jinwoo and Yoo Jinho and takes them into a C-Rank dungeon. But, before Dongsuk and his crew can harm both loyal hunters, Jinwoo kills the wrongdoers, making Jinho look like a spectator.
Jinwoo single-handedly defeats the Ant-King in the fourth raid on Jeju Island. Even though the other hunters on the island try harder, the monstrous ant is taken down by our hero. The most disappointing part is when Goto Ryuji, who is termed the strongest hunter in Japan, gets decapitated by the Ant King in one go. He at least deserved an ending that could justify his position.
Besides the usual S-Rank hunters, Jinwoo also overwhelms Thomas Andre, the most powerful human in existence. He wouldn’t have achieved the goal alone if Sung Jinwoo’s shadow army hadn’t backed him up. However, their share of the credit eventually goes to Jinwoo, who unleashes the final blow on Andre.
There are millions and trillions of events in the series that see Jinwoo overwhelming not only the humans or the beasts but also the god-like entities like Monarchs, that too solo. Of course, Jinwoo is a fantastic character, but my only complaint is that we won’t even remember any character aside from him when the series ends.
Aparna Ukil
Aparna is the Senior Entertainment Writer at Beebom. She started her professional journey in the retail industry but her admiration for films and TV shows pulled her into the field of entertainment writing where she has experience writing for various well-known publishers including Otakukart, Sportskeeda, Game Revolution, Forever Geek and Dexerto.
Windows offers plenty of options when it comes to preloaded fonts. Whether you’re working with a simple text editor like Notepad or going with something like Illustrator, you get plenty of choices. However, there are times when the default fonts just aren’t enough, and we need something more. For those times, Windows allows users to install fonts on the system with ease. So if you want to install fonts on Windows 11 (or Windows 10) or are looking for a new font in general, here’s how to download and install fonts on Windows.
How to Install Fonts on Windows 11/10
There are three ways to install Fonts on Windows 11 or 10. You can check them out in this order to see which ones work for you.
Method 1: Install Fonts Using the Source File on Windows 11/10
The easiest and most straightforward way is to use the font’s source file. When you download a font, it will be in a zipped file in most cases. Once extracted, the fonts are usually in .ttf or .otf formats. Windows instantly recognizes this and gives you an easy way of installing the fonts.
Once you download the fonts, right-click on the zip files and extract them.
Go to the folder you just extracted and double-click on the font you want to install. We’d suggest going for regular versions of the font.
A new window should appear with a preview of the font. Click on Install at the top left.
If you’re aware of the kind of font you want to install, you can right-click and click on Install from the overflow menu to directly install the font.
The font installation will begin and end in only a few seconds, and you’re all done. You can choose to repeat the above steps to install all the different fonts on Windows 11.
Method 2: Install Fonts Using Settings on Windows 11
The Control Panel was previously the second go-to methods for installing fonts on Windows. However, with Microsoft trying to phase out Control Panel, the option to install and change fonts has been moved to Windows Settings. Here’s how to access and install Fonts from Windows Settings.
Open Settings by searching for it in Windows Search or by using Windows + I.
Inside Settings, click on Personalization from the left sidebar.
Now, scroll down on the right pane and click on Fonts.
Next, click Browse and install fonts.
Select the font you just downloaded, and Windows will then install it for you.
The installed font should then appear in the list of available fonts.
Method 3: Install Fonts Using Control Panel on Windows 10
If you’re still rocking an older Windows version, Control Panel might still be one of the best ways to install Fonts on your Windows machine. Here’s how to do it.
1. Open the Start menu, type “control panel” on the search bar, and click on Control Panel from search results.
2. Find and click on Fonts.
3. An entire directory of preinstalled fonts will now appear. This is where we will be adding our new font.
4. Open the folder of the previously downloaded font and choose the font you want to install. Then, simply drag and drop it from that folder to the grid of fonts you see above.
How to Download Fonts on Windows 11
It’s no surprise that most fonts online are paid, but free font websites do exist. If you don’t know where or how to find fonts to download for your Windows, use the steps below to do so. We will be using Google Fonts for this, since the website provides loads of free fonts.
Head over to Google Fonts (website) and decide a font you want to download.
Select the font you want to download and click on the Download icon on the right.
Once downloaded, you can extract them and follow the methods mentioned above.
And that’s how to install fonts on Windows. You can choose to repeat the above steps and download as many fonts as you wish. While these methods have been detailed for Windows 11, they also work on Windows 10. However, the Settings app method might not work if you have an older Windows version. In which case, you can use the Control Panel to install fonts.
What are some of the best fonts that you’ve downloaded? Let us know in the comments below.
How to install fonts for all users?
To install fonts for all users, right-click to bring up the context menu and click more options. You should then click on the Install for all users option.
Where can I download fonts?
You can download fonts from websites like Google Fonts and What the Font. If you want an even more comprehensive library, check out DaFont.
How to reinstall fonts on Windows?
You can reinstall fonts by trying to install the same font you previously installed. Just double-click the font and click install. It should then ask you if you want to reinstall the same font to which click yes.
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Abubakar covers Tech at Beebom, with his passion for technology tracing back to 2011 when he received a Dell Inspiron 5100 as a gift. He’s also a passionate advocate for the right-to-repair movement, believing in empowering users to maintain and extend the life of their devices. Outside the tech world, he enjoys watching anime and exploring his newfound enthusiasm for Japanese cars. In his free time, you’ll often find him immersed in Genshin Impact or researching his next gadget purchase. Before joining Beebom, he contributed to leading publications like Android Police, How-To Geek, and Fossbytes.
Japan plans to give cash payments to every citizen to help deal with rising prices and new U.S. trade tariffs. This has been reported by The Asahi Shimbun. Each person will receive 50,000 yen (about $350). There will be no income limit, so everyone qualifies. Just Enough for the new Nintendo Switch 2.
Japan to Give 50,000 yen Cash to All Citizens to Fight Inflation and Tariffs – Roughly the Price of a Switch 2
This move is part of Japan’s plan to support its economy. Prices of everyday goods and services are going up. New U.S. tariffs have added more pressure. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba called the situation a “national crisis.” He said the government must act quickly to protect people.
The Japanese government believes the cost of living has risen by about 50,000 yen per person. That number helped decide the amount of the subsidy. The goal is to give people enough to cover these extra costs. By giving the same amount to everyone, the process will be simpler and faster.
To pay for this plan, the government has created a special budget. Lawmakers hope to pass it before the current session of parliament ends in June. Discussions are still ongoing, and some details may change. However, the ruling coalition supports the idea.
The decision to include all citizens, no matter their income, aims to speed up the process. Officials want the money to reach people quickly. The cash can be used however people choose, which may help boost consumer spending.
In a fun twist, tech fans noticed the new Nintendo Switch 2 costs 49,980 yen —almost the same as the subsidy. The console just launched in Japan this month. At the current exchange rate, that’s about $349.
While the match in prices may be a coincidence, it shows how far 50,000 yen can go. It could cover a major purchase or help with daily expenses. With inflation still high and global trade tensions growing, Japan’s cash handout offers some relief and aims to support both households and the economy.
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The Hellfire Gala started in Marvel Rivals with the release of Season 2. With that, we have a new Battle Pass at our hands. This season’s Battle Pass again brings plenty of exciting rewards, including a special Spider-Man skin available instantly upon purchase. Keep reading as we discuss the Marvel Rivals Season 2 Battle Pass, including all the rewards, skins, and prices.
All Marvel Rivals Season 2 Battle Pass Skins and Rewards
Just like the first season, the new Battle Pass comes with 11 pages of rewards. You can earn up to 10 premium-level skins from 9 pages. The battle pass also rewards players with free skins and Lattice throughout the progression. Here is the list of the Marvel Rivals Season 2 battle pass pages with all the skins and rewards:
Dance Partner Cloak and Dagger Costume: 400 Chrono Tokens (Luxury)
Page 11 – Ages of Ultron Gallery Card
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Ages of Ultron Gallery Card: 600 Chrono Tokens (Luxury)
Marvel Rivals Season 2 Battle Pass Price
The regular Marvel Rivals Season 2 Battle Pass is priced at 990 Lattice. This translates to $9.99, which is similar to the price of the Season 1 Battle Pass. Season 2 will run from April 11 to July 11, meaning you will have plenty of time to complete your pass.
If you get the upgraded Battle Pass for Season 2, it will cost 2,100 Lattice. While it can be more expensive (10 more dollars), it rewards you with some early unlockables, including the first Spide-Man skin. This means you can spend $19.9 for a 20% Chrono Token collection bonus and 2,800 extra Chrono Tokens9.
Marvel Rivals Season 2 Battle Pass: Is It Worth Buying?
When Marvel Rivals first introduced the Season 0 Battle Pass, it was quite cheap. In Season 1, the price of $9.99 was introduced. Although it felt a little expensive, the pass offers plenty of cosmetics, including new MVP animations.
On top of that, you get free Lattice and Units throughout the progression of the battle pass. From one pass, you can collect 600 Lattice, which you can use to get your next season’s pass.
If you ask me about the Season 2 Battle Pass, it is worth your bucks. From page 1, you get a spidey skin that stays true to the cosmetic’s name: Spider-Oni. On top of that, you get new skins for Cloak and Dagger, Squirrel Girl, and Captain America. Well, the Hulk’s skin is eerily similar to the Thing’s TRENCH COAT skin, but we can ignore that part.
Overall, the pass offers great value for players who want all the best Marvel Rivals character skins.
Are you getting the Marvel Rivals Season 2 Battle Pass? Which skin do you think deserves to be on the best Marvel Rivals skins list? Do tell us in the comments below.
Ishan Adhikary
A gaming nerd who cover all thing video games. Spending time looking through the games and gaming industry was always a dream. Thanks to Beebom, I live it. Once I am done gaming, I write. Once I am done writing, I game.
President Trump’s new tariffs could hit U.S. companies hard. Apple may be one of the most affected. The company makes most of its products in China. That puts it right in the middle of the new trade conflict.
Apple Faces Big Trouble from Trump’s New Tariffs
Trump recently announced a 125% tariff on all goods coming from China. For now, he has reduced that to 10% for 90 days. But this is only temporary. After that, the full rate may return, and companies are worried.
During an event called “Liberation Day,” a reporter asked Trump if some companies might get exemptions. His answer was unclear. He said there might be exemptions for businesses that are “hit harder.” He didn’t name any companies. But Apple clearly fits that description.
The Wall Street Journal ran some numbers. They found the cost of making the iPhone 16 Pro could rise by $300. That’s a huge increase. Apple might pass those costs on to customers. Or, the company might have to accept lower profits. Neither is a good option.
The problem is, nothing is certain right now. Trump has changed his mind many times on trade issues. He even said he’ll decide on exemptions based on his “instinct.” That doesn’t offer much comfort to large companies trying to plan ahead.
Apple isn’t sitting still. The company is already stockpiling products to reduce the short-term damage. It’s also looking at other places to manufacture its devices. One option is Brazil, where tariffs are much lower.
It’s clear that Apple is preparing for a tough road ahead. The company is trying to adjust quickly. Still, the trade war between the U.S. and China continues to create major risks. Apple—and many others—are caught in the middle.
So, for now, everything is uncertain. Will the tariffs stay at 10%? Will Apple get an exemption? No one knows for sure. What we do know is that big changes are coming. And companies like Apple are doing all they can to stay ahead of them.
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Last year’s MediaTek Dimensity 9400 was a big success, offering almost on-par performance as Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. Now, the company is coming out with its mid-cycle upgrade with the launch of the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, bringing improved generative AI capabilities and better efficiency.
The new processor still features the same cluster of a single ARM Cortex-X925 core, which is now clocked at 3.73 GHz, up from 3.63 GHz in the 9400. The rest of the cluster remains the same. There are three Cortex X4 cores at 3.30 GHz, and four Cortex A720 cores at 2.40 GHz. This new change should benefit more demanding Android UIs to deliver smoother performance.
The other big highlight is that it has improved on device AI performance. The Dimensity 9400+ still features the MediaTek 890 NPU, but with 20% faster agentic AI performance with Speculative Decoding+ (SpD+). It should also allow developers to turn conventional AI apps to sophisticated agentic AI applications.
Image Credit: MediaTek
MediaTek’s Corporate Senior Vice President JC Hsu said, “We are working closely with developers and manufacturers to continue building a robust ecosystem of AI applications and other features”. The new chipset also supports Mixture-of-Experts (MoE), Multi-Head Latent Attention (MLA), Multi-Token Prediction (MTP), and FP8 inferencing, offering faster reasoning.
In terms of the GPU, it still uses Arm’s premium Immortalis-G925 MC12 GPU. This delivers top of the line gaming performance. Even bringing PC gaming features like ray tracing, opacity micromap (OMM), and Super Resolution. It also includes a new frame rate converter 2.0+ (MFRC 2.0+), which offers improved performance at 40% efficiency.
The MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ even comes with the Imagiq 1090 ISP, enabling HDR video recording across all zoom ranges. It can even help capture moving subjects while isolating the image and audio.
Other features include up to 10 km Bluetooth connectivity between two phones, support for BeiDou satellite connection with a 33% faster TTFF (Time to first fix), Wi-Fi 7 tri-band concurrency, and MediaTek Xtra RangeTM0 for better Wi-Fi range.
The Dimensity 9400+ sure does come with some notable improvements over its predecessor. And you won’t have to wait much longer if you want to get your hands on a device powered by this CPU. Both the Oppo Find X8s and the Find X8s+ will be among the first devices that come with this chipset. The Vivo X200s will also include it.
Anshuman Jain
As a tech journalist, I dive into the ever-evolving tech landscape with a particular interest for smartphones, apps, and gaming. With a passion for sharing insights, my articles blend expertise with a friendly touch—think of me as your friendly neighborhood tech support.
Chinese manufacturing giant Xiaomi is now part of Google’s early rollout of Android 16. This rollout will bring the Beta 2 of the new system to some of its top mobile phones. This is quite interesting for non-Pixel users. It is the first time that Google has expanded beta access beyond its Pixel phones. The Android 16-powered HyperOS 2.0 update, initially limited to China, is now available globally for the Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 14T Pro. These handsets are among the few non-Pixel smartphones currently eligible to test Google’s next major Android release, which is expected to be officially launched in June 2025.
Via XiaomiTime
If you own one of the supported Xiaomi models and are eager to try the new features early, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know, including device compatibility, installation methods, and essential precautions.
Eligible Xiaomi devices and build details
At the moment, only two Xiaomi flagship mobile phones are eligible for the Android 16 Beta 2 update. These devices are the Xiaomi 15 and the Xiaomi 14T Pro. In addition, the model needs to be on a specific software version to qualify for a successful update. The required builds are:
Xiaomi 15: OS2.0.250327.1.WOCMIXM.PRE-DPP
Xiaomi 14T Pro: OS2.0.250327.1.WNNMIXM.PRE-DPP
Furthermore, users of the Xiaomi 15 should ensure that their device is running OS 2.0.109.0. Users of the Xiaomi 14T Pro should confirm that OS 2.0.103.0 is installed on their device. Before attempting the installation, it is crucial to verify this. The installation might not go through, or the system might become unstable if the devices are not using these base versions.
Via XiaomiTime
Method 1: Local update for Android 16
The easiest way to install Android 16 Beta 2 on Xiaomi devices is through the built-in local update method. Users can access this via the phone’s settings. This method does not require a PC or fastboot tools. This makes it a suitable choice for most users. Here are the basic steps to use this method
The first step is to back up your data. This is a mandatory step, as the update process will wipe all content from your phone.
Then download the correct Android 16 Beta ROM from Xiaomi’s official website. Please ensure that you choose the file that corresponds to your device model and region.
After that, copy the ROM file to your phone’s internal storage.
Then open Settings → About phone and tap the “OS version” label 10 times to activate Developer Mode.
Then go back to “About Phone” and tap the system icon, then tap the three-dot menu in the top-right corner.
Select “Choose update package”, then locate and select the downloaded ROM file.
Confirm the update to begin the installation process.
After completing the steps above, the device will reboot and begin optimizing apps and settings under the new Android 16-based HyperOS 2.0 system.
Method 2: Fastboot update (advanced users only)
This method is more advanced, and we only recommend it for users with tech knowledge. If you are familiar with bootloader unlocking and fastboot tools, then you can attempt this option. It is particularly useful if the device isn’t responding well to local update attempts or if a clean install is preferred.
The first step is to request and receive bootloader unlock permission from Xiaomi.
Then, back up all important data – the fastboot process involves a complete factory reset.
Download the fastboot version of the Android 16 Beta build for your device.
Follow Xiaomi’s official Fastboot Update tutorial. It includes connecting your device to a PC, entering Fastboot mode, and flashing the firmware using Mi Flash Tool or similar utilities.
To enter Fastboot mode, power off the phone and then press and hold the Volume Down + Power buttons together for about 5 seconds. From there, follow the on-screen instructions or those provided in the fastboot tutorial to proceed.
Precautions before upgrading
Irrespective of the method of upgrade that you choose, there are some things you need to know. Please note that beta updates like this one are usually unstable and may contain bugs. These bugs may affect the battery life, camera, connectivity and overall app compatibility. It could be so bad that the phone will not be suitable for everyday use.
The idea behind the beta testing is that when you spot these issues, you can report them to Xiaomi. You can also submit suggestions using the Android Beta Feedback app that comes pre-installed with the Developer Preview ROM.
What is new in Android 16
The Android 16 Developer Preview and Beta 2 builds bring several noteworthy improvements and features. These features hint at the direction Google is taking with the next major OS version. Some of the upgrades include
Bluetooth LE Audio Sharing: Enables low-latency audio sharing to multiple compatible devices simultaneously.
Screen-off Fingerprint Access: Allows fingerprint scanner use even when the display is off, making access faster and more secure.
Enhanced large-screen support: Improves app layouts and multitasking on foldables and tablets.
Live Updates: Tracks active events such as food deliveries or ride-share status in real-time.
Advanced Professional Video (APV) codec: Designed for higher-quality video playback and recording with better compression.
Extra Dim mode: A new accessibility feature in the Display settings that further reduces brightness for low-light environments.
Google Wallet shortcut: A new double-press power button shortcut for instant access to Google Wallet.
Other brands joining the Android 16 beta
Xiaomi is not the only Android brand that is now part of Google’s early rollout. OnePlus has also announced that the upcoming OnePlus 13 will be the first OnePlus phone eligible to receive Android 16 Beta 2. Also, South Korean brand Samsung will join the beta program. There are already reports that Android 16-based OneUI 8 will debut alongside the Galaxy Z7 series.
Conclusion
Installing Android 16 Beta on your Xiaomi device offers early access to Google’s newest features, but it comes with risks. The beta is intended for developers and enthusiasts, not casual users. If you rely on your device for daily use, consider waiting for the stable version, which Xiaomi plans to release around June 2025.
For those ready to test the future of Android, Xiaomi’s HyperOS 2.0 provides a unique blend of the new OS with the company’s software customizations. Just make sure to follow the instructions carefully, back up your data, and be prepared for occasional bugs and performance issues.
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It’s not too long for Thunderbolts to release now, and as the release date is closing in on us, there is a lot of commotion among fans regarding the plot and villain of this movie. In the trailer itself, we get to see Sentry and a brief display of what he is capable of. So, who is the villain in Thunderbolts? Let’s find out.
The main villain in Thunderbolts is The Void. Now, if you look at the trailer for Thunderbolts, by the looks of it, who the villain of the movie is seems to be pretty straightforward. In the trailer, we see Sentry turn people into shadows, so that must mean that he is the main villain, right? This is where you might be wrong. Robert Reynolds aka Sentry has what can best be defined as a split personality.
Within Robert’s mind, there are two parallels, one is good while the other is evil. The good one is Sentry, while the evil one is The Void. Even though they share the same body, i.e., Robert Reynolds, they are two different people. This is why the villain in Thunderbolts is The Void and not Sentry.
Other than that, we also see that Valentina Allegra de Fontaine has taken over the Stark tower and also seems to be in a negative role. However, her motivations seem to be unclear as of now, so let’s wait and see what happens in Thunderbolts, and till then, stay tuned with us for more!
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