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Latest Android Auto update causes WhatsApp messaging issue
Android Auto app integrates with various messaging applications and allows drivers to manage their messages through voice commands. However, some Android Auto users have encountered issues with the WhatsApp messaging app.
According to the information via 9to5Google, several users have reported that they can no longer send replies or new messages through WhatsApp on Android Auto. The issue seems to have started last week, and now, it is affecting several users.
This issue is surfacing on platforms like Google’s forums and Reddit. Users are stating that Google Assistant can show or read WhatsApp messages, but they can’t use it to send messages or start new chats.
The cause of this problem does not appear to be related to any specific update of the Android Auto app. It is more likely due to an unintended change on the server side. Google has not yet made any announcement regarding this issue or provided a timeline for when it will be resolved.
For the time being, users can still send messages using their phones, but this is not recommended while driving. Hopefully, Google will soon acknowledge this issue and provide a solution.
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WhatsApp is regularly working to introduce an update that will integrate Meta AI directly into its messaging platform. At the moment, WhatsApp is rolling out a new beta update with version 2.24.14.20, which brings the ability for Meta AI to edit photos shared by users.
The new beta update of WhatsApp aims to enhance the image editing and interaction experience by allowing them to ask questions about their photos and receive detailed insights. Additionally, users will be able to make edits to their photos conveniently within the chat interface.
Users of this beta update can see a new chat button. This new button of WhatsApp lets users easily share photos with Meta AI for analysis and editing. This helps users to seek information about objects in their photos and make adjustments according to their preferences.
Furthermore, users have complete control over their photos, including the option to delete them at any time. Through the new feature, WhatsApp makes a more interactive and personalized approach to managing and editing photos directly within the app.
Google Wallet will soon allow US residents to store their Passports. The company is exploring ways to end the need for physical documents via Google Wallet. The next stop seems to be the passports department, which could be virtualized in the future.
X tipster AssembleDebug discovered that Google Wallet is testing a feature to add Passports in the US. The upcoming function will likely allow you to “create an ID pass with your passport.” However, the feature’s availability may be limited to the United States only.
Google Wallet could create an ID pass for a passport. It would allow users to verify their “identity for domestic flights at select airline security checkpoints or online purchases.” It will be sharable for verification with authorities through NFC or QR code scanning functionality.
Passports could be stored in Google Wallet but users should keep their physical copy. Such kind of document is usually required when you travel abroad. Virtualizing documents is OK but it may create regulatory hurdles given the respective country’s laws and acceptance.
Samsung Wallet is also filled with countless features for Galaxy consumers. It also has local payments support such as UPI in India, which offers ease of access. While Samsung Wallet is unsharable, Galaxy users can enjoy the Google Wallet anytime they want.
Here is a screenshot for the upcoming passport support in the Google Wallet.
This is going to be a US only feature. https://t.co/lhXdqLeAcp pic.twitter.com/PiEgjOkfAh
— AssembleDebug (Shiv) (@AssembleDebug) July 4, 2024
Samsung has pushed a fresh update for its Health app, bringing it to version 6.27.0.161. This latest update enhances functionality and addresses various issues to provide a smoother and more reliable experience.
The update is available on the Galaxy Store with a package size of 140.34MB. The update aims to make tracking health metrics, setting fitness goals, and managing wellness routines easier and more efficient.
Additionally, it fixes bugs encountered in the previous version to enhance the app’s stability and reliability further. Overall, the update brings an enhanced way to track health with several functions.
Users can download the Samsung Health 6.27.0.161 update via Galaxy Store >> Menu option >> Updates. Also, you can download the update through the third-party app source link mentioned here.
Notably, Samsung Health v6.27 is reportedly no longer compatible with Galaxy phones running Android 9 or older. Users on these older devices can continue using Samsung Health but will have limited access to services and features without future support.
This change affects devices like the Galaxy Note 9 and S9, with the app now requiring Android 10 or higher to function. While older versions of the app remain usable on Android 8 and 9 devices, they won’t receive official support for bug fixes or new features moving forward.