8.3.0 alpha release notes draft

pushing our first draft of 8.3.0 alpha release notes; would appreciate feedback!
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diff --git a/api/release-notes.md b/api/release-notes.md
@@ -10,7 +10,17 @@ By installing and using Opentrons software, you agree to the Opentrons End-User
 
 ## Opentrons Robot Software Changes in 8.3.0-alpha.0
 
-Welcome to 8.3.0-alpha.0! This release solely adds support for the modified pipettes, outfitted with a PEEK motor nut to enable emulsification applications. Included is the recognition of new load name "FLEX 8-Channel EM 1000 μL"  based on SN P1KP, which automatically disables pressure sensors and allows a max plunger speed of 90mm/s.
+Welcome to 8.3.0-alpha.0! This release adds support for Evosep Evotips on the Flex, as well as other features.
+
+### New Features
+- Use Evosep Evotips in Python API version 2.22 protocols for protein purification. Only available with the Flex 96-channel pipette. 
+- Control robot movements outside of a protocol using the RobotContext API. For more, please read *link PAPI docs section*. 
+- Load a newly modified “FLEX 8-Channel EM 1000 µL” pipette equipped with a PEEK motor component to automate emulsion applications. 
+
+### Improved Features
+- Recover from a stall or collision error during a protocol.
+- Adds support for improved tip tracking in Python API version 2.22 protocols. 
+
 
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diff --git a/app-shell/build/release-notes.md b/app-shell/build/release-notes.md
@@ -10,7 +10,16 @@ By installing and using Opentrons software, you agree to the Opentrons End-User
 
 ## Opentrons App Changes in 8.3.0-alpha.0
 
-Welcome to 8.3.0-alpha.0! This release solely adds support for the modified pipettes, outfitted with a PEEK motor nut to enable emulsification applications. Included is the recognition of new load name "FLEX 8-Channel EM 1000 μL" based on SN P1KP, which automatically disables pressure sensors and allows a max plunger speed of 90mm/s.
+Welcome to 8.3.0-alpha.0! This release adds support for Evosep Evotips on the Flex, as well as other features.
+
+### New Features
+- Use Evosep Evotips in Python API version 2.22 protocols for protein purification. Only available with the Flex 96-channel pipette.  
+- Change the app or Flex touchscreen language to Mandarin in Settings.
+- Load a newly modified “FLEX 8-Channel EM 1000 µL” pipette equipped with a PEEK motor component to automate emulsion applications. 
+
+### Improved Features
+- Recover from a stall or collision error during a protocol. 
+
 
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diff --git a/robot-server/simulators/test.json b/robot-server/simulators/test.json
@@ -1,11 +1,11 @@
 {
   "attached_instruments": {
     "right": {
-      "model": "p300_single_v1",
+      "model": "p300_single_v2",
       "id": "321"
     },
     "left": {
-      "model": "p10_single_v1",
+      "model": "p1000_single_v2",
       "id": "123"
     }
   },