Realme 8 Pro's update brings latest security patch, camera improvements
What's the story
Realme has started releasing a new software update for its recently-launched 8 Pro model. As per the changelog, the firmware introduces the latest April 2021 Android security patch, Hyper motion SLO-MO mode for the rear camera, and support for VoWiFi (Vodafone Idea) for the Indian units. It also fixes the flicker issue and probabilistic color shift issue of the rear camera.
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Everything to know about the update
The new software for the Realme 8 Pro carries version number RMX3081_11_A.27 and has a download size of around 330MB. It is being released in a staged manner via over-the-air method. To manually check for the update, you can go to Settings > System updates.
Design and display
The phone has a Super AMOLED display
As far as its specifications are concerned, the Realme 8 Pro features a punch-hole cut-out, a thick bottom bezel, and an in-display fingerprint sensor. On the rear, it offers a square-shaped quad camera unit. The handset bears a 6.4-inch Full-HD+ (1080x2400 pixels) Super AMOLED screen with a 180Hz touch sampling rate. It is offered in Infinite Blue, Infinite Black, and Illuminating Yellow color options.
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It boasts of a 108MP main camera
The Realme 8 Pro sports a quad rear camera setup comprising a 108MP (f/1.9) primary sensor, an 8MP (f/2.3) ultra-wide lens, a 2MP (f/2.4) macro shooter, and a 2MP (f/2.4) monochrome camera. On the front, it has a 16MP (f/2.5) selfie snapper.
Internals
It is fueled by a Snapdragon 720G processor
The Realme 8 Pro is powered by a Snapdragon 720G chipset, paired with up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. It runs on Android 11-based Realme UI 2.0 and packs a 4,500mAh battery with 50W fast-charging support. In terms of connectivity, the device offers support for dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, and a Type-C port.