Apps
New Google Camera app update is now available to download [December 2022]
Google Camera is Google’s official camera application that allows you to take beautiful photos and videos with features such as portrait, night vision, and video stabilization modes. This application is pre-installed on every Google Pixel smartphone and is compatible with smartphones running on Android 4.4+ and higher.
Besides, it contains plenty of features that can be activated either on the Settings page or on the row of icons at the top of the app. You can check its several highlighted features mentioned below.
Google Camera Updates
December 24, 2022
Google Camera app is grabbing a new update with version 8.7.250.494820638.44. The new update improves the performance of the camera app by fixing general issues. To install this update, you will have to download 22.63 MB package through Play Store.
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December 13, 2022
Google is releasing a new update for its stock Camera app via Play Store. The new update comes with version 8.7.250.49370288842 and an installation package size of 22.63 MB.
The new update comes with new dynamic colors and components from the Material You design system and fixes some bugs.
- Download the latest Google Camera v8.7 – Link
October 27, 2022
The Google Camera app is getting a new update with version 8.6.263.478604508.17 and an updated package size of 193.96MB. This update is compatible with Android 13 devices only. You can install this update via Google Play Store or directly download it from the link mentioned below.
- Get Google Camera 8.6.263.478604508.17 update – APKMirror
October 22, 2022
Google has pushed a new update for its Camera app with version 8.7.165.479933554.19. The new update improves performance for a better experience. To install it, you have to download a 323.22 MB software package. However, the package size is too large so you can connect your smartphone to Wi-Fi.
- Get Google Camera 8.7.165.479933554.19 update – APKMirror
September 04, 2022
Google Camera 8.6.263.471358013.15
Google Camera is getting a new update for Android users. The update enhances the overall performance and stability of the app. You can identify the update via version 8.6.263.471358013.15 and the installation package size is 21.19MB.
- Get Google Camera latest update here
August 19, 2022
Google Camera 8.6.263.463689965.13
Google is releasing a new update for the Camera app with version 8.6.263.463689965.13 for smartphones and watches also. With this update, WearOS smartwatches bring Material You design. Read more here…
June 28, 2022
Google Camera 8.5.300.450594193.08
Google Camera is getting a new update with version 8.5.300 via Google Play Store. The update brings general improvements to enhance the overall experience. However, there’s nothing new to be noted. Read more here
April 26, 2022
Google Camera 8.4.600.440402475.27
Google started rolling out a new Google Camera app update for eligible smartphones. It comes with build version 8.4.600.440402475.27. Read the full story here.
Users can install the latest update via Google Play Store or download it from the link mentioned below.
- Get it here NOW – APKMirror
March 05, 2022
Google Camera 8.4.500.429168112.25
Google is releasing a new update for its Camera app with version 8.4.500.429168112.25 and updated package size of 333.07MB.
The update expands Google’s Material You feature for more devices through new updates. However, there’s no new feature or change noted.
Users can install the latest update via Google Play Store or download it from the link mentioned below.
- Get it here NOW – APKMirror
January 21, 2022
Google Camera 8.4.400.423370569.19
Google Camera is getting a new update, which brings some bug fixes and improvements. Also, it comes with Google’s Material You feature that optimizes the colors of the entire user interface with wallpaper’s color picked by the user.
Aside from this, the latest update carries version 8.4.400.423370569.19 and package size of 118.93MB. You can download the update from the link mentioned below.
WHAT’S NEW
- Material You – Experience a new interface with dynamic colors and components from Google’s Material You design system.
- General bug fixes and improvements
Get it here NOW – APKMirror
December 9, 2021
Google Camera 8.4.300.414775575.18
Google has pushed a new update for its Camera application, which brings new zoom buttons to quickly zoom in or out. The update also adds video stabilization modes, which allows you to lock for videos of long performances. To be mentioned, this new update is available for the devices running Android 11+.
- Get it here NOW – APKMirror
Features:
- HDR+ with dual exposure controls – Take pictures using HDR+ to capture fantastic photos, especially in low-light or backlit scenes.
- Night Sight – It brings out all the best details and colors that get lost in the dark. You can even take photos of the Milky Way!
- Super Res Zoom – Super Res Zoom keeps your pictures sharp when you zoom in—without the blur.
- Top Shot – Automatically recommends the best pics, where no one is blinking and everything looks just right.
- Portrait – Add elegant background blur (bokeh) to pictures.
- Long Shot – Take casual, quick videos by simply long-pressing the shutter key in the default camera mode.
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Samsung Wallet app v5.5.61 now available on Galaxy Store
Samsung Wallet app is getting a new update with v5.5.61, which aims to improve app performance to make it easier to use. The fresh update is available on the Galaxy Store with a package size of 109.92 MB.
As more people rely on digital wallets for everyday transactions, Samsung is focused on keeping its Wallet app secure and user-friendly. The latest update addresses some issues that users have reported in previous updates to make the app run more smoothly.
In addition to fixing bugs, the update brings improvements to some features that users frequently rely on. It enhances the overall performance of the app. However, it does not include any new features or changes.
Users can download the Samsung Wallet v5.5.61 update through Galaxy Store >> Menu option >> Updates. Also, you can download the update from the third-party app link mentioned here.
Recently, Samsung introduced support for a Digital Key for Audi vehicles via the Wallet app. It offers Galaxy smartphone users a more convenient way to access and start their cars without the need for a physical key. This feature is powered by ultra-wideband (UWB) technology to ensure precise functionality and enhanced security.
Moreover, the Korean tech giant is also improving the Samsung Wallet app for Galaxy Watch to allow users to handle their financial needs conveniently, right on their wrist.
WhatsApp adds quick camera shortcut to gallery sheet
WhatsApp has pushed a new beta update for Android users, which brings a camera shortcut directly to the gallery sheet to make it easier to access the camera while sending photos or videos. The fresh beta update arrives with version 2.24.24.23, available through the Google Play Beta Program.
Previously, WhatsApp improved the way users send photo and video albums. With that, users can select multiple photos and videos at once, and add captions to entire albums to make it simpler to share media with context.
The new update is adding even more improvements. The camera shortcut, which used to be in the chat bar, is now available directly inside the gallery sheet. It saves time and makes it easier to capture something new without navigating through multiple steps.
Now, when you’re selecting photos or videos to send, you can quickly switch to the camera without leaving the gallery. This new change might feel like an extra step for some users who were used to accessing the camera with a single tap from the chat bar. However, the update aims to combine both the camera and gallery functions into one place.
Notably, not all users will see this new camera shortcut. If you still have the camera shortcut in the chat bar, you won’t see the one in the gallery sheet. This is to avoid clutter and make the app more organized.
This feature is currently available to a limited number of beta testers, and it will be rolled out to more users in the coming days or weeks.
Apps
Google Messages to improve backup process with encrypted in-app feature
Google Messages introduces a new Backup and Restore feature to make it easier for users to back up and restore their text messages, media, and settings directly within the app. This feature’s strings have been spotted in the Google Messages 20241118_02_RC00 beta version.
Currently, Android users back up their messages through Google One at the system level, but this new update lets users manage backups from within Google Messages itself.
The backup system will offer end-to-end encryption, ensuring that your messages are fully secured. Only you will be able to access the backup, with protection provided by your device’s screen lock.
When signing into the app on a new device, your conversations will automatically restore, providing a seamless transition. However, some devices without a screen lock may not be eligible for encrypted backups.
The backup feature is closely associated with your Google Account and Google One storage, which means you’ll need some extra storage space for backups. While users can choose to turn off backups at any time. Turning off the backup will permanently delete your conversations from your Google Account, although they will still be on your device.
You can also choose to back up media only over Wi-Fi, which can help save mobile data. Additionally, Google Messages will allow you to sync messages across different devices as long as you’re signed into your Google Account.
Aside from this, Google Messages recently rolled out the “Double tap heart ‘feature for Android users. This makes it easier to send a red heart emoji in response to messages.
Google Messages rolls out ‘Double tap to heart’ for easy reactions