Samsung Internet 14.0 beta features new UI changes, revamped viewing experience, improved privacy, and more
Samsung Internet is an internet browser that comes pre-installed with every Galaxy smartphone and tablet. Alongside the Galaxy devices, it is also available for Android users through Google Play Store. As it is a service offering from Samsung, there is no doubt remains in the mind of users regarding their privacy and data security.
The South Korean tech giant continuously works to improve the functions and features of the Samsung Internet browser. And, the episode of the company continues as it just launched the Samsung Internet 14.0 beta as a pre-release version. Following the announcement, it is now available to easily downloaded via the Play Store and Galaxy Store.
According to Samsung, the latest beta version of Samsung Internet offers some new and innovative functionalities such as new and improved privacy features, better multitasking, the revamped viewing experience for foldable phones, customization with your favorite fonts, and much more. Let’s jump into the details!
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Revamped Viewing Experience for Galaxy Fold/Flip/Z Fold 2:
If you’ve owned a Samsung Galaxy Fold/Flip or Galaxy Z Fold 2, then you’ll be able to use Flex mode that allows you to watch a video on the top half of the screen while the video controls are displayed on the lower half for a more comfortable viewing experience. With the Samsung Internet 14.0 beta, this feature will be enabled automatically while playing a video on full screen.
New and Improved Privacy Features:
With the enhanced Smart Anti Tracking, the Samsung Internet 14.0 beta keeps users protected by detecting when a website is trying to track you and automatically stops them. Moreover, it also features a new Security control panel that is designed to make it easier for you to monitor and control your privacy settings and view useful daily stats, such as how many pop-ups and trackers have been blocked.
Customize Your Browsing Experience With Your Favorite Font:
With Samsung Internet 14.0 beta, you can customize your online browsing experience by applying your favorite font 3 or a font that is easier to read. Enter “Lab” in the “Samsung Internet Settings” menu to make the font on the website match the font you use on your phone.
Take Multitasking To New Heights:
Samsung Internet 14.0 beta version enables the “App Pair” function, which can start multiple Samsung Internet browsers 2 at the same time, allowing you to view web content in a split-screen format. This means that you can watch tutorials while reading recipes or easily compare prices while shopping online.
Other useful features on Samsung Internet 14.0 beta include:
‘S Pen to text’ on Galaxy Tab S7 series: Using your S Pen, you can now write directly into text box areas, including address bars, and your handwriting will be transformed into text.
Reader Mode: Use the improved Reader Mode to automatically reorganize, text-heavy pages into a more digestible and easy-to-read format.
Translation Extension: Powered by Samsung Research’s translation engine, this browser extension supports 18 languages, allowing you to easily view translations as you browse the web.
Following the beta testing period, Samsung Internet 14.0 will officially launch in April. If you are already a Samsung Internet user, you will receive a notification when the new version becomes available.
Samsung Wallet app is getting a new update with v5.5.61, which aims to improve app performance to make it easier to use. The fresh update is available on the Galaxy Store with a package size of 109.92 MB.
As more people rely on digital wallets for everyday transactions, Samsung is focused on keeping its Wallet app secure and user-friendly. The latest update addresses some issues that users have reported in previous updates to make the app run more smoothly.
In addition to fixing bugs, the update brings improvements to some features that users frequently rely on. It enhances the overall performance of the app. However, it does not include any new features or changes.
Users can download the Samsung Wallet v5.5.61 update through Galaxy Store >> Menu option >> Updates. Also, you can download the update from the third-party app link mentioned here.
Recently, Samsung introduced support for a Digital Key for Audi vehicles via the Wallet app. It offers Galaxy smartphone users a more convenient way to access and start their cars without the need for a physical key. This feature is powered by ultra-wideband (UWB) technology to ensure precise functionality and enhanced security.
Moreover, the Korean tech giant is also improving the Samsung Wallet app for Galaxy Watch to allow users to handle their financial needs conveniently, right on their wrist.
WhatsApp has pushed a new beta update for Android users, which brings a camera shortcut directly to the gallery sheet to make it easier to access the camera while sending photos or videos. The fresh beta update arrives with version 2.24.24.23, available through the Google Play Beta Program.
Previously, WhatsApp improved the way users send photo and video albums. With that, users can select multiple photos and videos at once, and add captions to entire albums to make it simpler to share media with context.
The new update is adding even more improvements. The camera shortcut, which used to be in the chat bar, is now available directly inside the gallery sheet. It saves time and makes it easier to capture something new without navigating through multiple steps.
Now, when you’re selecting photos or videos to send, you can quickly switch to the camera without leaving the gallery. This new change might feel like an extra step for some users who were used to accessing the camera with a single tap from the chat bar. However, the update aims to combine both the camera and gallery functions into one place.
Notably, not all users will see this new camera shortcut. If you still have the camera shortcut in the chat bar, you won’t see the one in the gallery sheet. This is to avoid clutter and make the app more organized.
This feature is currently available to a limited number of beta testers, and it will be rolled out to more users in the coming days or weeks.
Google Messages introduces a new Backup and Restore feature to make it easier for users to back up and restore their text messages, media, and settings directly within the app. This feature’s strings have been spotted in the Google Messages 20241118_02_RC00 beta version.
Currently, Android users back up their messages through Google One at the system level, but this new update lets users manage backups from within Google Messages itself.
The backup system will offer end-to-end encryption, ensuring that your messages are fully secured. Only you will be able to access the backup, with protection provided by your device’s screen lock.
When signing into the app on a new device, your conversations will automatically restore, providing a seamless transition. However, some devices without a screen lock may not be eligible for encrypted backups.
The backup feature is closely associated with your Google Account and Google One storage, which means you’ll need some extra storage space for backups. While users can choose to turn off backups at any time. Turning off the backup will permanently delete your conversations from your Google Account, although they will still be on your device.
You can also choose to back up media only over Wi-Fi, which can help save mobile data. Additionally, Google Messages will allow you to sync messages across different devices as long as you’re signed into your Google Account.
Aside from this, Google Messages recently rolled out the “Double tap heart ‘feature for Android users. This makes it easier to send a red heart emoji in response to messages.
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