The Android 10 update is now available for the Realme 3 and 3i

The Realme 3 and 3i they are two devices that usually welcome software updates together. In a recent development, they obtained support for VoWiFi using a firmware package.

Now both phones are receiving Android 10 through a new software update, which also integrates the latest version of the customization layer from the Chinese company, which is Realme UI.

Android 10 comes to the Realme 3 and 3i

Just like GSMArena describe, The new Realme UI is completely based on Android 10 and has more of that stock look. Underneath is still a ColorOS engine with all the performance tweaks that come with it. The update itself weighs in at around 213MB and is nearly identical for the two phones.

The aforementioned portal also notes that along with the new look, the firmware adds a smart sidebar feature, improved navigation gestures, revamped notification panel, improved camera performance, and more. You can check out the full changelog for both phones at the source links below. There are many changes to be made.

The update itself weighs in at around 213MB and is nearly identical for the two phones. To install it, you just have to wait for the OTA to reach the respective model and the notification indicating the firmware appears. You can also verify this through the software and model updates section. Before downloading it, make sure you are connected to a Wi-Fi network and have a good battery level. Also note that this is gradually dispersing, so it may not have reached all units yet.

We leave the respective Android 10 change log for both phones below.

Android 10 news and improvements with Realme UI for the Realme 3

Visuals

Updated user interface to realme user interface
The new royal design makes the pictures more attractive and the operation more efficient.

Smart sidebar

Optimized user interface and improved one-handed operation.
Optimized Smart Sidebar - Replaced File Console with File Manager; removed OSIE visual effect and no notification alerts.
Drag an app out of the smart sidebar to open it in split screen mode.
Two new features have been added: "Assist Ball Opacity" and "Hide Assist Ball in Full Screen App".
Optimized the floating window feature for more applications.
Added Bubbles - A bubble is displayed when you open an app in a floating window from the smart sidebar. Tap the bubble to collapse or open the app.

Screenshot

Optimized 3-finger screenshot gesture: Use 3 fingers to touch and hold the screen, and swipe to take a screenshot of the selected part of the screen (partial screenshot). Use 3 fingers to touch and hold the screen, and slide your fingers out to capture a long screenshot.
Added screenshot settings: You can adjust the position of the screenshot preview floating window and set the screenshot sound.
Optimized screenshot preview floating window: After taking a screenshot, drag it up and drop it to share it, or drag it down and drop it to take a long screenshot.

Navigation gestures 3.0

Optimized gestures: all gestures are supported in landscape mode.

System

Added Focus Mode: Minimize external distractions when you are learning or working.
Added a completely new loading animation.
Optimized the Quick Setup UI for easy one-handed operation.
Added pause function for screen recording.
Added a floating window and settings for screen recording.
New sounds added for file deletion, calculator keystrokes and compass pointer.
Optimized system of built-in ringtones.
TalkBack floating messages added for accessibility.
New management feature for recent tasks: You can view the memory of recent tasks and locked applications.

Games

Visual interaction optimized for Game Space.
Loading animation optimized for Game Space.

Starting screen

Artistic wallpapers added.
Added option to open Global Search or notification panel by swiping down on home screen.
Added option to customize size, shape and style of app icons on home screen.
Optimized password unlock graphical design for easy one-handed operation.
Support for animated wallpapers on the lock screen.
A simple mode has been added for the home screen, with larger fonts, icons, and a clearer layout.

Security

Random MAC Address Generator: When your phone is connected to the Wi-Fi network system it generates a random MAC address to avoid targeted advertisements and protect your privacy.

Tools

In Quick Settings or Smart Sidebar, you can open the Calculator in a floating window.
Added trimming feature in Recordings.
Added Weather (dynamic) ringtone, which automatically adapts to the current weather.
Weather adaptive animations have been added to Weather.

Camera

Optimized the camera UI for a better user experience.
Optimized the UI and timer sound.

Photos

Optimized the album UI for clearer structure and photo thumbnails.
Album recommendations have been added that recognize more than 80 different scenes.

Communications

Realme Share now supports file sharing with OPPO, Vivo, and Xiaomi devices.
Optimized the Contacts UI for a more efficient experience.

configurations

Search settings now support fuzzy matching and contain search history.

Android 10 news and improvements with Realme UI for the Realme 3i