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Samsung launches new connectivity features for Galaxy Book4 series
Samsung has recently launched the Galaxy Book 4 series laptops. Reinforcing its commitment with Microsoft to providing the best PC experience possible, Samsung announced new connectivity features for the Galaxy Book4 series.
By pairing your Galaxy Book4 with other Galaxy devices beyond smartphones, you can take your PC experience even further. Interestingly, you can use your Tab S9 Ultra as a monitor for your PC, while the Buds 2 Pro (or any other earbuds) will offer superior sound with reduced latency.
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Samsung launches these new connectivity features for Galaxy Book4 series:
Microsoft Copilot
Microsoft Copilot empowers you to find, read, or summarize text messages from your Samsung Galaxy phone and even automatically create and send messages on your behalf directly from your PC.
Without having to turn on your phone and open each individual app, the Galaxy Book4 series lets you access smartphone functions and information faster and smarter.
With Microsoft Copilot, you can enjoy a seamless connectivity experience between devices that feels like using just one device, making managing daily tasks smoother and more efficient.
As Microsoft Copilot progressively expands to handle more apps, the connected experience with other Samsung Galaxy devices is set to get more intelligent, powerful and convenient.
Use your Galaxy as webcam
The Galaxy Book4 series now empowers you to turn your Galaxy’s camera into a PC webcam. Thanks to the excellent image quality, you will feel fully present with your work colleagues, and you can switch freely between front and rear cameras with just a click to adapt to any setup.
If you want to quickly change your frame to include the others in the room, get up and walk around while speaking, or even just show your colleagues the view out the window, easy camera switching lets you stay mobile and flexible without needing to adjust your PC at all.
You can also apply a variety of features from your phone to your call – including Background Blur and Auto-framing – that help focus your image in any environment, whether working in a busy coffee shop or communicating from a company boardroom.
Samsung has rolled out a new update for its Checkout app with version 5.0.76.5. This update makes the app better and fixes some issues for a smoother experience.
The latest version fixes bugs that were present in earlier versions. You can expect fewer glitches and a smoother experience when using the app for your transactions. With these fixes, the app should be more reliable, making your payment process quicker and easier.
Besides fixing issues, the latest update also includes enhancements that make the app run better. These improvements make the app more user-friendly and useful. However, there are no new features or changes noted but the update will surely provide a better experience.
Samsung Checkout is a useful app for managing your payments and transactions. It is a billing application for purchasing paid content from Samsung Content services. By updating to this latest version, you’ll benefit from these performance boosts and fixes.
It’s important to keep your apps updated, as updates not only bring new features but also ensure that the app runs smoothly and securely. To install this update, you just need to open the Galaxy Store, then tap on the Menu icon, and click on the Updates option.
Alternatively, you can download the update through the third-party app link mentioned here.
Galaxy S25 Ultra could be Samsung’s sleekest Ultra flagship in years. The company could introduce the device in January 2025. Meanwhile, a Samsung leaker just exposed the design dimensions of the Galaxy S25 Ultra.
According to Ice Universe, the Galaxy S25 Ultra could have 162.8mm in height, 77.6mm in width, and 8.2mm in thickness. It means the device will look slightly larger than the S24 Ultra whereas the thickness and width will be lower.
Leaker Onleaks is about to reveal the Galaxy S25 Ultra design. A blurred image is already live on a landing page, which will be unveiled as soon as the funding threshold is completed. Once done, Samsung fans will have their first look at the next Ultra.
The Galaxy S25 Ultra is said to look different than the most recent Ultra models. The device won’t get sharp angular corners in favor of slightly rounded ones. The backplate could also be crafted keeping easier handling in mind.
Galaxy S20 Ultra body size: 166.9 x 76.0 x 8.8 mm
Galaxy S21 Ultra body size: 165.1 x 75.6 x 8.9 mm
Galaxy S22 Ultra body size: 163.3 x 77.9 x 8.9 mm
Galaxy S23 Ultra body size: 163.4 x 78.1 x 8.9 mm
Galaxy S24 Ultra body size: 162.3 x 79.0 x 8.6 mm
Galaxy S25 Ultra body size:…— ICE UNIVERSE (@UniverseIce) September 7, 2024
Samsung’s next-gen Ultra flagship will also equip an upgraded camera. In particular, the ultrawide and 3x Telephoto sensors will be replaced with new solutions. The display could also be made of advanced material set to offer better power efficiency.
Ex-Mercedez designer is reportedly leading Samsung’s Mobile design team. The design evolution already started with the Galaxy Watch Ultra and Buds 3 products. However, a new Samsung design philosophy could be announced next year.
The render is getting unblurred gradually. We are quite excited about the rear design and camera module arrangement. It would be interesting to see if Samsung has made any major design modifications on the backplate.
Samsung has released a new update for its Group Sharing app with version 13.6.52.7. This update is available on the Galaxy Store with a package size of 18.54MB for One UI devices.
The Group Sharing app is popular among Samsung users as it makes it easy to share files, photos, and other media with groups. With this latest update, the app has become even better. The new version brings a few enhancements that should make using the app smoother and more efficient.
Moreover, the update improves the performance and stability by fixing some issues. It means that sharing files should be quicker and the app should run more smoothly.
If you’ve had problems with the app crashing or not working properly, this update should help solve those issues. Samsung makes the app more reliable so that you can depend on it for a smoother sharing experience.
Users can install the update through the Galaxy Store >> Menu option >> Updates. Also, users can download the update directly through the third-party app link mentioned here.
Notably, the update is compatible with Galaxya devices running Android 14 or Android 13. If your Galaxy device is eligible, you can install the update to enjoy enhanced features.