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Samsung Galaxy S24 begins receiving September 2024 update
Samsung has started releasing the September 2024 security update for Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra smartphones. The update is currently rolling out in Europe and the company will expand it soon to more countries.
The latest update boosts your phone’s performance by fixing several security problems. It addresses 1 critical issue and 43 high-level ones. One of these issues was already fixed in earlier updates, and another one doesn’t impact Galaxy devices.
Along with Google’s patches, Samsung is adding 23 of its own fixes to improve security in My Files, Theme Center, One UI Home, Knox, and Dex. The update overall improves the stability, security, and performance of the device.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy S24 series can verify the September 2024 update through the One UI build version:
- S921BXXS3AXHD – Galaxy S24
- S926BXXS3AXHD – Galaxy S24 Plus
- S928BXXS3AXI1 – Galaxy S24 Ultra
The update is rolling out gradually so it may take some hours or days to reach to reach all models. Samsung advises users to check and install the update to enjoy enhanced features.
To access the latest update on your smartphone, go to the Settings app, tap on Software Update, and then select Download and Install. This will initiate the update process, and once completed, you’ll enjoy a more personalized and efficient smartphone experience.
Galaxy S24 Ultra grilled iPhone 16 Pro Max with anti-reflective screen
Apple Watch Ultra 2 faced a defeat against Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra and Watch 7. Consumer Reports honored the Galaxy Watch Ultra and Galaxy Watch 7 with leading scores, literally defeating the Apple Watch Ultra 2.
Samsung’s latest smartwatches, the Galaxy Watch Ultra and Watch 7, have claimed the number one and number two spots in the latest rankings by the prestigious consumer review publication, ConsumerReports.
The Galaxy Watch Ultra secured 92 points, surpassing the Apple Watch Ultra 2 which achieved 91 points. In a first for smartwatch evaluations, Consumer Reports awarded the Galaxy Watch Ultra an “Excellent” rating in all 11 categories assessed.
This news highlights Samsung’s significant achievement in the smartwatch market. The Galaxy Watch Ultra’s exceptional performance across all categories solidifies its position as a leading smartwatch option in the US.
The Galaxy Watch Ultra excelled in various areas including ease of use, versatility, health features, scratch resistance, water resistance, ease of interaction, and readability. The Galaxy Watch 7 LTE also shared the top spot with a score of 92.
The Galaxy Watch 7 BT secured a joint fourth place with a score of 90, resulting in Samsung occupying three of the top five spots. Do note that the recently released Apple Watch 10 was not included in this evaluation.
Samsung’s upcoming One UI 7 based on Android 15 will offer several new features and improvements for Galaxy devices. A new report suggests that One UI 7 is set to enhance the user experience of Samsung tablets, especially for those using keyboard accessories.
Android 15 update focuses on making tablets more functional and desktop-like. In the past, Android updates have improved the overall functionality of tablets, and One UI 7 continues this trend.
Google has recently introduced the “Tap Dragging” gesture, which simplifies the process of dragging and dropping items. Previously, users needed to press and hold the trackpad to move files. Now, they can tap an item and then drag it by keeping their finger on the touchpad.
In addition to the Tap Dragging gesture, the update introduces enhanced touchpad settings. The new customization features make the Galaxy Tabs more convenient and useful for individual needs.
With the enhanced Settings, users can customize various touchpad gestures, enable options such as tap-to-click and reverse scrolling, and adjust pointer speed. These options are accessible via Settings >> System >> Touchpad.
Samsung One UI 7 update is expected to improve the Keyboard accessories for Galaxy tablets, aiming to make them more versatile and convenient for daily tasks.
Galaxy AI features are a key reason to upgrade to a newer Samsung device. Google is lagging and Apple is late in expanding artificial intelligence. Meanwhile, Samsung doesn’t stop bringing the latest AI features to Galaxy devices.
Samsung has recently expanded a new suite of Galaxy AI features with One UI 6.1.1 update. Google also debuted some fancy AI tricks with the Pixel 9 series. However, Apple is still optimizing AI features, even for the iPhone 16 series.
One UI 7 Beta is late. Samsung is set to hold this year’s Developer Conference on October 3rd. We will hopefully hear something about the One UI 7 Beta or Stable availability. Well, here are the 7 best One UI features powered by Galaxy AI:
The Circle to Search feature allows people to draw a circle around any image or text on the smartphone screen to get instant information. The search is done directly in the app or navigation window you are in – no need to open a new app to perform the search.
With the Call Assistant and Live Translate feature, real-time translation during phone calls becomes a reality. This tool is essential for international travel and for those who need to communicate in different languages.
Note Assist: The Galaxy AI-powered Note Assist feature not only summarizes notes but also generates custom templates to facilitate organization and planning. With this tool, productivity reaches a new level.
Chat Assist & Smart Reply: With Chat Assist, messages are translated and grammatically corrected in real-time. This feature is a real lifesaver for those who communicate with contacts from different parts of the world.
Navigation Assistant: The Navigation Assistant summarizes long articles and web pages, providing faster and more focused reading. This feature is ideal for those who need to consume large amounts of information in a short time.
Transcription Assist: The Transcription Assistant3 converts voice recordings into text, identifying different speakers. This feature is perfect for students, journalists, and professionals who need to accurately transcribe interviews and meetings.