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Samsung Wallet app launched to store cards, IDs, digital keys, and more in one place
Today, Samsung officially launched the Samsung Wallet app. This is the combination of old Samsung Pay and Samsung Pass apps to provide users with a single comprehensive digital wallet that can store everything from digital tickets to IDs, credit and debit cards, and others.
Samsung Wallet is safe to use and is protected by defense-grade security from Samsung Knox. The app also uses the Open Galaxy ecosystem by integrating with the Samsung Blockchain Wallet to help users easily monitor cryptocurrencies and SmartThings to unlock doors with a digital key.
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Introducing the application, the company says that this is a new platform for Galaxy users that lets them organize digital keys, boarding passes, identification cards, and more. However, Samsung also says that the Wallet app doesn’t support official IDs such as driver’s licenses and student IDs for now. But it will release this functionality later this year.
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Samsung Wallet app availability
At this time, the Samsung Wallet is available in six countries including France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the UK, and the US. It requires Samsung Pay-enabled Galaxy phones running Android 9 Pie or later. Some elements require an eSE-enabled device. For the full list of compatible devices, visit the official Samsung website.
In order to use this application, users in these regions can simply open the Samsung Pay or Samsung Pass apps on their phones and then follow the on-screen instructions to update and migrate to the new wallet app. You can also directly install it from Galaxy Store.
Here’s what Jeanie Han, EVP and Head of Digital Life, MX Business at Samsung Electronics, said – “Samsung Wallet is bringing a new level of everyday convenience to mobile devices with a totally safe and secure environment for storing digital keys, cards, and more. As a part of our ongoing commitment to open ecosystems, we will continue to expand on the capabilities of Samsung Wallet by working closely with our trusted partners and developers.”
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Samsung has kicked off a new update for its Galaxy Enhance-X app with version 2.1.33. The fresh update brings exciting new features and improvements to enhance the editing experience for Galaxy device users.
The fresh update adds the ability to import longer videos. With this new version, users can now import videos up to 30 minutes long to make it easier to edit longer clips directly within the app.
Additionally, the video editing experience has been improved. A new feature allows users to long-press the video timeline to zoom in to help trim videos more accurately.
The Motion Clipper feature now allows users to create GIFs from motion photos. This feature gives users a simple way to turn their motion photos into fun, shareable GIFs. It is available on select Galaxy models.
Samsung Galaxy Enhance-X 2.1.33 update also brings improvements to the Camera Shift tool. Now, users can select multiple subjects in a photo to apply the camera shift effect. The effect now works on photos with people and pets, making it more versatile.
Furthermore, the update improves how the app works on larger screens. Users with tab models can now use Enhance-X in landscape mode to make editing more comfortable. The update also adds support for Basic Dex mode to allow users to edit their photos and videos in a desktop-like experience.
If your device receives this update, install it now to enjoy the new feature on your smartphone. For installation, you can check the update through Galaxy Store >> search “Galaxy Enhance-X” >> open it and press on install if the update is available.
WhatsApp has released a new feature named Voice Message Transcripts, which allows users to transcribe voice messages into text. This update, announced by Mark Zuckerberg, is now available in the latest WhatsApp for Android.
The voice message transcripts feature is a helpful tool for people who prefer reading over listening to messages, or for those in noisy places where listening to voice notes is difficult.
To use this feature, you just need to go to Settings >> Chats >> Voice Message Transcripts in the app and turn it on. WhatsApp may also ask you to enable the transcription feature when you receive a voice message.
Notably, the transcripts are created on your phone, not on WhatsApp’s servers. It means your voice messages and transcriptions are kept private and secure.
To start using voice message transcripts, you’ll need to download a language data package. At the moment, the feature supports English, Spanish, Portuguese (Brazil), Russian, and Hindi. WhatsApp also plans to add more languages in the future. Once the transcriptions are done directly on your phone, you don’t need an internet connection to use the feature.
This Voice Message transcripts feature is available with the latest WhatsApp updates and will be rolled out to more users in the coming weeks. So, install the fresh version of WhatsApp to enjoy this feature.
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.