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All Android phones get Gemini AI-powered Google Messages app
Google expands Gemini AI-powered Messages app to all Android phones. If you are using an Android phone with at least 6GB of RAM, you are eligible for the AI-powered Messages app. It may have deployed on your phone, or on the way through Google Play Store.
Gemini AI in Google Messages for Android is available as a contact to chat. It offers the same experience as the standalone Gemini chatbot. You can ask your questions, get suggestions, and do anything you want with Gemini within the Messages app.
Earlier, Gemini in Google Messages was limited to select Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy phones. With the latest update, Google pulled the requirement restrictions, making it available for a vast audience. Sadly, you won’t be able to get it if your phone has RAM lower than 6GB.
Apart from this, Google also officially launched the Gemini AI app in more countries. It’s now available in Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Turkey.
- You can download it via the Play Store or opt-in via Google Assistant.
The company noted its excitement in bringing the Gemini app and the latest Gemini Advanced features to India. There’s support for nine Indian languages such as Hindi, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam and Marathi.
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Samsung PENUP app is getting a new update with version 3.9.16.15, which enhances user experience and creative capabilities. This update brings exciting features to improve functionality and interactivity within the app.
The update adds a Layer Reversal feature to the PENUP app for better editing. Users can now easily reverse layers within their creations.
Moreover, Samsung has enhanced the comment display to make discussion clearer and more organized among users. Now, comments on comments now appear separately.
Photos shared on PENUP can now be directly used in the drawing tool. This allows users to use personal images in their drawings seamlessly.
Users of the S Pen Galaxy devices can update Samsung PENUP to version 3.9.16.15 through the Google Play Store or Galaxy Store to take advantage of these new functionalities.
To install the update, users can visit the Galaxy Store app >> Updates >> Menu option. Also, they can download the update through a third-party source link mentioned here.
Samsung QuickStar 7.3.06.50 update brings hotspot icon hiding feature
Samsung is planning to improve its virtual touchpad functionality, following valuable user feedback from its community. The company may release a major update for the One Hand Operation + Good Lock module to implement improvements.
A user on the Samsung community suggested including a “lock (fix) button” on the virtual touchpad to stabilize the cursor. This button would address concerns of thumb fatigue and precision aiming during single-handed operation.
This suggestion of a lock button is mainly useful for those who sometimes find the current controls challenging due to the cursor movement when adjusting the pointer speed.
In response, a community moderator has acknowledged the feedback and commitment to reviewing and improving the virtual touchpad by the second half of 2024.
Moreover, he has assured users that the team is taking a complete approach to integrating these suggestions. Although these improvements may take time to implement. Through this, the company aims to improve the usability of the One Hand Operation+ functions.
One UI 7.0 update to improve clock format alignment in Samsung devices
Samsung Galaxy Watch users are getting a new Samsung Wallet/Pay app update via the Galaxy Store. The update arrives with version 5.1.70.210006 and a package size of 53.89MB.
The fresh update of the Samsung Wallet app brings significant service enhancements, improving the overall user experience. Although Samsung hasn’t mentioned any specific functional enhancements, you will surely get enhanced performance by installing the update.
In addition, the update fixes some bugs that users encountered in the previous version. Users can expect smoother transactions and improved features that could enhance their digital payment experiences directly from their Galaxy Watch devices.
By focusing on enhancements, Samsung aims to provide seamless and efficient services through its devices. Galaxy Watch owners are advised to update their Samsung Wallet/Pay app promptly to enjoy enhanced service.
To install the update on your Galaxy Watch, connect it with your smartphone. Now, open the Galaxy Store app >> tap on the Menu option >> Click on Updates. Also, you can get it directly from the third-party app source link mentioned here.
