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Galaxy A53 owners heartbroken as Circle to Share ignored
Circle to Search feature arriving on 6 more Samsung devices. While the company announced this feature expansion, brought devastating news for many. In particular, the Galaxy A53 smartphone users feel betrayed as Circle to Search is ignored.
Samsung confirmed Galaxy A55, A54, A35, and A34 getting S24’s best AI feature. It left the Galaxy A53 ineligible for the AI-powered Circle to Search. While Google is optimizing it for all Android phones, Samsung’s decision is surprisingly shocking.
Circle to Search is the result of a deep collaboration with Google, which signifies Samsung’s commitment to openness and collaboration. With AI-powered results offering rich information and context, it elevates the search experience.
Samsung’s Galaxy A53 was launched in March 2022. It comes with an Exynos 1280 processor and Android 12 pre-installed. The phone is currently running Android 14, with Android 15 and Android 16 will also be delivered as per Samsung’s schedule.
TM Roh on Galaxy AI:
“We are dedicated to bringing best-in-class AI technology to a broader audience, empowering users with the option to work more efficiently, create more freely, and enjoy richer, more personalized interactions with their devices.”
Circle to Search feature to be rolled out within August 2024 for the following models: Galaxy A55, A54, A35, and A34, and within September 2024 for Tab S9 FE and Tab S9 FE+. However, the availability may vary by device model and market.
The Korean tech giant is quite serious about its mid-range segment. It’s planning to fuel its affordable phones with Galaxy AI. Circle to Search is arriving as a big surprise, but limited expansion has broken the hearts of many A53 owners.
Circle to Search is a new way to search anything using a simple gesture – without switching apps. When enabled, users can simply circle, highlight, or tap anywhere on the screen to select the text, image, or video they want to search.
Samsung Galaxy A14 smartphone users are getting a new update with a September 2024 security patch to improve system security and stability. This update is live in India and will be available soon in more markets.
The fresh update makes your Galaxy A14 5G smartphone more reliable, stable, and secure. However, the update does not include any new features or changes except monthly security maintenance.
September 2024 security update for the Samsung Galaxy A14 5G smartphone can be identified through One UI build version A146BXXS6CXHA. The update package is about 228.30MB in size.
Notably, the September 2024 security update fixes several issues to enhance system security. This includes 1 critical and 43 high-level security issues. It’s worth noting that 1 CVE was fixed in earlier updates and 1 does not affect Galaxy devices.
Also, Samsung is adding 23 of its own security improvements to enhance the user experience. Beyond security enhancements, the update delivers performance improvements and stability-boosting fixes.
Users of Samsung Galaxy A14 5G smartphone can easily check and install the update via a few easy steps:
- Navigate to Settings.
- Select Software Updates from the menu.
- Tap on the Download and Install option to initiate the update process.
- If the update is available, proceed to install it.
Samsung today confirmed Galaxy Store won’t let you download apps without a Samsung Account logged in. Presently, Galaxy Store allows you to skip the Samsung Account login page for 14 days, but it will now mandate you to log in.
Following the Galaxy Store 6.6.13.10 update, Samsung published a notice stating the requirement of a Samsung Account to be logged in. The notice also spotlights that you won’t be allowed to download and install stuff without a Samsung Account.
Starting September 25, 2024, you must be logged in to your Samsung Account to use the Galaxy Store app and service. When you launch Galaxy’s app Store, if you are not logged in to your Samsung Account, you will be prompted to log in.
The majority of Galaxy users login Samsung Account during the initial setup. In case you are not one of them, act fast, otherwise, you will leave access to the Galaxy Store. The company says the requirement will be effective starting September 25.
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Samsung today published a new notice, displaying the requirement of a Samsung Account logged in to use the Galaxy Store.
You won't be able to use the Galaxy Store from September 25, 2024, without a Samsung Account logged in. pic.twitter.com/YpWg3xmFzZ
— Yash Rathore (@YashRathoreX) September 11, 2024
FAQ
Q1. Do I need to be logged in to my Samsung account in order to update an app?
A1. Yes. You must be logged in to your Samsung account to install, download and update an app. Automatic updates only occur if you are logged in to your Samsung account.
- Note: Some apps support automatic updates even if you are logged out of your Samsung Account.
Q2. Is it necessary to log in to Samsung account to update pre-installed apps?
A2. Check the pre-installed app’s policies to determine if it will be updated automatically, regardless of your Samsung account login status.
If you don’t have a Samsung account, you can create one here.
Samsung has released a new update for the Air Command app with version 7.5.27.2. This update is available is 18.11MB in size on the Galaxy Store. The update enhances the stability of the S Pen connection to improve the overall user experience.
The Air Command app is useful for users of Samsung’s Galaxy Note, Galaxy S series, and other devices that come with the S Pen. It offers several useful features that make the S Pen more effective. With Air Command, users can quickly access functions such as screen write, smart select, and live message.
This latest update stabilizes the connection between the S Pen and the device. By addressing issues related to connection stability, Samsung aims to provide a more reliable and smoother experience.
Users can download the Samsung Air Command update through Galaxy Store >> tap on Updates option >> click on Download and Install. They can also download the update through the third-party app link mentioned here.
To access the Samsung Air Command features, users simply need to pull out the S Pen or press its button. The app will automatically launch to offer a range of functions designed to enhance the user’s interaction with their Galaxy device.