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Samsung Software Update service starts getting March 2023 update
Software updates are provided to strengthen device security and protect personal information. Samsung has always been at the forefront of releasing software updates, be it monthly updates or major ones. Currently, the company is enhancing the Samsung Software Update service through the March 2023 update.
The latest update brings general optimizations and common fixes to enhance stability and performance. However, the update does not bring any new features or changes but you will surely provide a bug-free experience.
Samsung Software March 2023 update can be identified via version 4.1.03 and the installation package size of 10 MB.
The update is rolling out gradually so it may take time/ hours to reach all eligible Galaxy devices. The update is automatically installed on your device after a system update, you don’t need to download it. Still, you can grab this update directly from the link mentioned here.
It is worth mentioning that the latest update is compatible with Galaxy devices running Android 13-based One UI 5.1 / One UI 5.0 or Android 12-based One UI 4.1 /One UI 4.0 only.
Aside from this, Samsung is regularly working to roll out One UI 5.1 update to all eligible Galaxy devices. After the official release, this major update is currently available for a bunch of Galaxy devices.
One UI 5.1 update brings a big package of enhancements for to deliver a next-level and new experience. It added Expert RAW quick access, Shared Family Album, Battery Widget, Dynamic Weather Widget, Advanced Multitasking, smoother animation, selfie camera’s color tone option, and more.
Google is making it easier for users to personalize their Search bar widget on Android with a custom theme. The latest beta version 15.43 of the Google App has reintroduced the Custom color feature that many users have been looking forward to.
After introducing Dynamic Color in August, the options for customizing the widget were limited to Light, Dark, System, and Device themes. With this new update, you can now customize the Google Search Widget bar with a new custom option.
Now, you can adjust the colors of your widget using sliders for Hue and Saturation. There’s also a Transparency slider that lets you control how see-through the widget looks.
These features follow the modern Material 3 design to make them visually appealing and easy to use. In addition, a handy “Reset” button is also located at the top-right corner, which allows you to quickly return to the original settings if you want.
To access these new customization options, you need to manually place the Google Search widget on your home screen. Now open the Google app >> tap your profile picture in the top-right corner >> go to Settings >> Customize Search widget.
The custom color theme for the Google Search widget is currently in the beta version and it will be available to everyone in the stable version soon.
Android Auto has recently stopped working on phones running Android 8 or older. The app helps connect your phone to your car’s display for easier access to apps and navigation. Now, if you have a phone running Android 8, you can no longer use Android Auto.
Previously, you could use Android Auto with phones that had Android 6 or newer. However, in July 2022, Google raised the minimum requirement to Android 8.
Now, as of July this year, the requirement has changed again to Android 9 or higher. Many users with Android 8 phones are now seeing a message that says, “This phone no longer supports Android Auto.”
Initially, it seemed like Google was allowing Android 8 users to access the service. But now the company is enforcing the new rule, which might feel sudden for those affected.
While the features of Android Auto work well on older software, the newer versions like Android 9 include better new features and better experience. Google upgraded the support to improve the service and keep users safe with the latest features.
If you’re still using a phone running Android 8 or below, this is a good time to think about upgrading to a newer model. Staying updated is important so you can enjoy all the benefits of Android Auto.
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November 2024 has started and Samsung is rolling out a new update for the Galaxy Store, which makes it easier and better for users. The update arrives with version 4.5.86.6 and a package size of about 78.28MB.
This new version of the Galaxy Store fixes some issues that users faced in the last update. Samsung has listened to user feedback and worked to resolve these issues. With this update, users can expect smoother performance and improved features to make navigating and using the store easier.
In addition, the November 2024 update enhances some functions of the Galaxy Store to provide a better and more reliable experience. Updating to the latest version is recommended for all users to take full advantage of the improvements and fixes.
The update is easy to install, and users can quickly download it directly from the Galaxy Store. Also, you can download the update directly from the third-party app link mentioned here. It is compatible with Galaxy devices running Android 15 or below.
Notably, Samsung already announced that the Galaxy Store won’t let you download apps without a Samsung Account logged in. Now, you must be logged in to your Samsung Account to use the Galaxy Store app and service. Also, it is important to keep apps up to date.
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