Android’s September 2024 System update is here for Galaxy, Pixel

Google just detailed Android’s September 2024 System update. It will arrive on countless Android devices, bringing new features and improvements. Samsung Galaxy devices should start getting it immediately after the rollout begins.

The September 2024 System update is applicable on Play Services and Play Store. Developer Services reported having a bug, which is getting fixed. Wallet users in Japan will be able to use JCB Contactless payment methods.

The release adds a new feature that guides you on using Quick Share. The sharing platform is also enhancing with the addition of a new flow for file receiving page. The Quick Share will also add UI tweaks that you will observe when you receive files.

Google Play services v24.34

Developer Services

• [Phone] Bug fixes for Developer Services related services.

Device Connectivity

• [Phone] With this new feature, you’ll get instructions on how to use Quick Share.
• [Phone] With updates to Quick Share, you’ll get a new flow when you receive files.
• [Phone] With this new feature, you’ll get UI updates when you receive files through Quick Share.

Wallet

• [Phone] With this new feature, you’ll be able to use JCB Contactless payment methods in Japan.

Apart from Play Services, Google also detailed changes coming to the Play Store. Unlike the Play Services, these improvements and new features are applicable across devices including PC (ChromeOS), Android phones, and TVs (Android).

Google Play Store v42.6

• [PC, Phone, TV] With improvements to Google Play Protect, you’ll get protection from more harmful apps.
• [Phone] With this new feature, you’ll be able to see your Play Points status at the top of the App Details page.
• [Auto] When you open the Play Store sign-in page for Android Auto, you’ll see a banner image with app icons that explains the benefits of Play Store.