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Google Wallet’s tap-to-pay for Wear OS may soon include PIN authentication
Google is reportedly introducing a PIN code requirement for tap-to-pay transactions on Wear OS devices, similar to the authentication process on Android phones. Some users have reported this change, although it is not yet available for all Wear OS users.
The new change to Google Wallet aims to improve security, but it could complicate the charge process on smartwatches. Wear OS is known for its high security, often asking for a PIN if the device is not firmly on the wrist. Introducing a mandatory PIN entry before payments suggests that Google may have concerns about the current security of Wear OS.
According to 9to5Google, users need to open the Google Wallet app before tapping to make a payment to avoid failed transactions if the change is implemented.
Google recently updated its security for phone payments, requiring users to verify their identity before making a payment. For those who find the new phone security measures inconvenient, Wear OS was an easier option. However, entering a PIN on a small screen is less convenient than using a fingerprint.
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Samsung has added the Galaxy XCover 7 smartphone to the September 2024 security update list. Now, users can install the latest Android security patch to enhance their device’s security and stability.
September 2024 security update for Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 smartphone is currently rolling out in Europe and the company will soon make it available in more countries. Users can verify the latest update through One UI build version G556BXXS5BXI1.
With this latest update, your phone’s performance gets a boost as it fixes 1 critical and 43 high-level security issues. One of the vulnerabilities was fixed in a previous update, and 1 doesn’t impact Galaxy devices.
In addition, Samsung also fixes 23 security fixes for My Files, Theme Center, One UI Home, Knox, and Dex to make your experience better. Overall, this update makes your device more secure, reliable, and stable.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 are advised to install the latest update promptly to benefit from the improved security measures. For those who have not received an update notification, the update can be manually checked and installed.
To install the update, open the smartphone’s settings, select ‘Software Update’, and then ‘Download and install’. Following these steps will ensure that your Samsung smartphone is up-to-date with the latest security protections.
Last month, Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 users received the Circle to Search feature. It lets users search directly from their screen without switching apps. To use it, you just need to touch and hold the Home button or navigation handle, then draw a circle around anything on your screen to start a Google search.
August 2024 security update for Galaxy XCover 7 adds Circle to Search feature
Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus could bring a massive performance boost with Snapdragon 8 Elite. The latest benchmark listing suggests that the Plus variant outperformed the alleged Galaxy S25 Ultra with the same configurations.
Galaxy S25 Plus US variant benchmarked with Snapdragon 8 Elite (8 Gen 4) chip. The phone achieved a single-core score of 3,054 and a multi-core score of 9,224. The S25 Ultra US model recorded a single-core score of 3,069 and a multi-core score of 9,080.
As the phone is still under development, such a massive lead in the Plus model promises further development in the Galaxy S25 Ultra performance. The Global variant is expected to feature an even more powerful chipset than the US variant.
The S25 Plus and Ultra’s US versions’ chip clocked at 4.19GHz. A recent leak revealed that the Galaxy S25 Ultra Global model uses an overclocked SoC – clocked at a faster 4.47GHz. However, this may change as we approach the January launch.
Qualcomm supplied custom Snapdragon variants to Samsung with “for Galaxy” branding. The same plan could be continued with the S25 series next year. Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy may feature boosted performance than the vanilla.
Samsung launched the Galaxy S24 series in January this year. We expect the same January unveiling for the next year’s flagships. The lineup will contain three models – Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25 Ultra.
Compared to the S25 Ultra, the S25 Plus will have a slightly smaller display. The pixel density will also be different than the Ultra model. These factors might give the S25 Plus a marginal edge in terms of CPU performance.
WhatsApp has rolled out a new beta update for Android users, which brings a message draft feature. Identified via version 2.24.20.24, the update adds the ability to see message drafts directly in the chats list.
The message draft feature of Whatsapp allows users to easily spot incomplete messages without having to open each chat individually. When you start typing a message and don’t send it, a draft label will appear next to that chat in the list.
Through this feature, WhatsApp makes it quick to find conversations with unsent messages. Before this update, you had to open each chat to check for unsent drafts, but now, with the draft label, it’s much easier to keep track of messages you haven’t sent yet.
The message draft feature is currently being rolled out to some beta testers through the Google Play Beta Program. WhatsApp plans to expand this feature to more users in the coming days.
To see if this feature is available, just type a message in any chat and don’t send it. Then, go back to the chats list. If you see a draft label next to the chat, it means the feature is active for you. Notably, it is mandatory to install the latest beta version of WhatsApp.
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