Month: May 2022

Galaxy Z Flip 3 Gets Smart Widget Function
Samsung has now brought the smart widget function to Galaxy Z Flip 3 foldable phone. Last week, it was successfully released for Galaxy Z Fold 3 smartphone, and now another device received it. The smart widget function is already available for flagship Galaxy S21, Galaxy S22 & Galaxy Note 20 series devices. As Galaxy Note_Fold in charge said, it rolled out just before June for both foldable phones. It is a useful feature for most of the users, so they were curious about its release date.
The smart widget will gather all essential widgets in one place to utilize screen space. It shows context-sensitive information on the front which matters to you.
To install the smart widget on Galaxy Z Flip 3, press & hold on the wallpaper screen. It will show you the Widget selection option on the below side. Open the Widget section, and here, you can select the smart widget option.
Along with it, Samsung brings extra security to Flip 3 in the Apps from Unknow Source section. It added to disallow all apps which have been silently downloaded on the device. It will secure the device and block unwanted malicious apps.
The firmware update F711NKSU2CVEE for Galaxy Z Flip 3 rolling out in South Korea. It will soon release in other regions.
May 31, 2022
TikTok App Optimized for Galaxy Z Fold 2 & Fold 3
TikTok has finally optimized for Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 2 & Fold 3 foldable phones. It is a famous short video-sharing app in many countries. Users watch hours of video content on their smartphones, tablets, or other supported devices. Though it works with all smartphones, it was previously not optimized for foldable phones, resulting in a poor experience. After long waiting, now users can browse TikTok videos for a better viewing experience.
The foldable phones have a different screen aspect ratio than other smartphones. It is the reason, app developers have to build their apps specifically for these devices. Many apps & games in the Play Store have been curated for the Samsung Z series, and now TikTok is one of them.
After the app update, users will notice a changed UI for the foldable screen, perfect aspect ratio, and other information and Settings will be shown on the display. Some users say the app is not well optimized for the devices, and the developers need to work on it.
As per users, the app doesn’t have a perfect ratio in some videos. The captions and subtitles on some videos are still spilled off the edges of the screen. It is an early stage, so developers might work on it in the upcoming app updates.
The new app version of the TikTok app is available to install in the Play Store for Galaxy Z Fold 2 & Fold 3. The app is not optimized for first-gen Galaxy Fold, Z Flip & Flip 3 smartphones. On these remaining devices, you will experience the regular TikTok app, which is available for other Samsung smartphones and tablets.
May 31, 2022
Galaxy Z Fold 4 Specifications Leak, Major Upgrade Ahead
The Galaxy Z Fold 3 & Flip 3 are two of the most-selling foldable phones on the market. Samsung’s foldable phones including Z Fold 2 cover the mass market with all the shares. These phones are getting years old now, and the users want new devices. It is time for a new foldable phone to come, and that’s where Galaxy Z Fold 4 arises in the rumor mill. The tipster Yogesh (@heyitsyogesh) with a good record leaked entire specifications of the upcoming phone.
The tipster claims a 7.6-inch super AMOLED display inside and a 6.2-inch same cover display. It boosts screen resolution with a QXGA+ display and a 120Hz refresh rate. The flagship model will have 12GB/16GB RAM and 256GB/512GB internal storage options.
There is a slight improvement in the Qualcomm processor. The powerful device will be packed with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset. We need to see how the upgraded chipset will impact daily use. The Android 12-based One UI 4.1 or One UI 4.1.1 version will for sure run the device.
As per a source, it will give a 16MP under-display selfie camera inside and a 10MP selfie camera outside. The primary camera reportedly comes with a 50MP camera, 12MP ultra-wide camera, and 12MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom.
To run this monster-powered phone, Samsung may put a 4400mAh battery inside the body. It will also support 25W fast charging support as reported by many tipsters. The launch date for Galaxy Z Fold 4 is in August this year. At the same event, we could see Galaxy Watch 5 series and the next Galaxy Buds gadgets.
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May 30, 2022
Next Galaxy S22 Camera Update will Improve Night Photography
The latest Galaxy S22 series offers one of the best camera sensors on the market. Especially, Galaxy S22 Ultra with its 108MP camera produces quality pictures. Even with the advanced camera setup, there are still some areas where Samsung needs to work. Many users have complained about it, and Samsung had promised to fix them. Now, as per the words of Camera In Charge, the company will soon release a new software update to solve those issues.
In the latest post, Camera in Charge has answered the unsatisfied user and told him that the improvement update will launch soon. The key area where Samsung has come up with a fix is low light photography in the absence of light.
Galaxy S22 camera takes good quality pictures at night, but when there is a light. Now, Samsung will focus on night photography in extremely low light conditions to get detailed pictures without getting noise.
Further, the camera shutter lag will be taken care of in the new firmware. Samsung’s new phones have packed with mighty Qualcomm processor, but still, some users face camera shutter lags.
Finally, the official person said it will review all the features shared by users and they will work on them. By launching the Expert RAW app, the company has already improved many functions and fixed many issues. Still, there is work to be done in many areas in the default camera app. The next software update for Galaxy S22, S22+ & S22 Ultra will release somewhere in June.
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May 30, 2022
Google Assistant on Galaxy Watch 4 Causes Major Issues
Last week, Samsung & Google brought Google Assistant features to Galaxy Watch 4 series. It is now available in more than 10 countries. It is a good function, and users always wanted it since the announcement of Wear OS 3 for the Galaxy Watch. Though it is a good feature, now some users are complaining about various issues with it. Initially, many users claimed it is not working with their watches, but when it does, it creates several other problems.
The users on Reddit complained that after the installation of Assistant they were forced to disconnect from paired smartphones. Moreover, the hot word ‘OK Google’ is not working for many users, and some users only use it after some tries.
The faster battery drainage issue is common in all these complainers. Almost all users get poor battery life after the installation of Google Assistant. The Google apps & services are always power-hungry, but Assistant could be one step ahead in the race.
Further, users have to forcefully reset their smartwatch to pair it with a smartphone. The issue is with both Samsung & non-Samsung phones, confirms users. It is not good, because after resetting the Galaxy Watch 4, users have to lose their personal data.
There is no official confirmation from Samsung or Google about the issues. Google should update Google Assistant to fix these major problems. Are you facing the same issues with your Galaxy Watch 4 or Watch 4 Classic?
May 30, 2022
Expert RAW App Now Supports Galaxy Z Fold 3
Samsung has expanded the Expert RAW app for foldable phones in the latest app update. The mighty Galaxy Z Fold 3 is the first device in the foldable family to get the camera app. Previously, the support has extended to Galaxy S21 Ultra, but not its other brothers Galaxy S21 & S21+. It was first launched for the Galaxy S22, S22+ & S22 Ultra devices. With the compatibility of Galaxy Z Fold 3, it adds new members to the pro-grade app.
The latest app version 1.0.02.6 brings all the new camera features that we have seen on S21 Ultra. Along with new device support, it enhanced other features in the app. It will not take faster images in low-light visibility with its improved faster image processing.
As per the changelog, image quality has been improved in various scenes. It means while taking images in different conditions, you will see a slight improvement in the picture quality. All the other features with supporting modes are available in the app.
The app still has to come for Galaxy Note 20 Ultra and Galaxy S20 Ultra smartphones. The Galaxy Z Fold 2 is not on the list to get support. It will soon release for Z Flip 3 in June.
The new Expert RAW app version is available to download from Galaxy Store. The rollout has begun in all the major countries.
May 28, 2022
Smart Widget Comes to Foldable Phones with Z Fold 3
Samsung has introduced the Smart Widget feature with Galaxy S22 series devices. With One UI 4.1 update, it has been released for most of the flagship models including the Galaxy S21. The One uI 4.1 version was also distributed to Galaxy foldable phones, but they missed the features. When asked by an official member, he had confirmed to release in the June update. Now, Samsung is rolling out a new function to Galaxy Z Fold 3 in the latest firmware version.
The smart widget function on the devive will combine useful widgets in a single format to save space and display context-sensitive information. Along with it, Samsung added new settings to the ‘Apps from Unknown Sources’ feature. Users can disallow all third-party apps which could be malicious. The vibrating sound has also been added in the Sound & vibration section.
Finally, it has enhanced the overall quality of the device by squashing minor bugs. The new software F926NKSU1CVEE is currently rolling out in South Korea will reach soon other countries. It will also bring this function to other foldable phones including Z Fold 2 & Flip 3 in the coming days.
May 26, 2022
One UI Watch Beta for Galaxy Watch 4 Live in the US
This week, Samsung has announced opening a beta testing program for Galaxy Watch 4 & Watch 4 Classic. The One UI Watch beta will start in South Korea on June 2. Now, Samsung will also open the beta program in the US region. It has posted an official banner in the Samsung Members app with a signup form. Interested users can agree to the terms and sign up for the program. Users will see the “One UI Watch Beta Program” banner in the Members app with the instructions to follow.
Once complete all the instructions, users can download the beta version on their Galaxy Watch 4 & Watch 4 Classic smartwatches. Note that there is time to download firmware from the Samsung server. The company promised to start rolling out beta firmware on June 2. Also, the beta program will be eligible for Samsung smartphones, and non-Samsung smartphones will not be part of it. Yes, even if you have an Android smartphone rather than Samsung, you can’t apply to it.
Take note that, once you install One UI Watch beta firmware on your Galaxy Watch 4 series, then there is no way to go back. Unlike One UI 4 beta, it will not allow you to reverse back, confirms Beta Operation Manager. Galaxy Watch 4 special edition (All kinds of editions) will be out of the beta program. After the beta program starts, we will know which features Samsung is providing us.
May 26, 2022
Samsung’s Solution Against Malicious Apps Come to Galaxy Note 20
Samsung is today seeding new software updates for Galaxy Note 20 & Note 20 Ultra smartphones. The latest version brings extra security to the device from malicious apps. On May 18, Samsung announced to release of a solution to tackle the problem with app installation from unknown sources. After the installation, users have more control over the apps to decide whether to allow them or block them entirely. It adds new setting options in the Unknown Sources section on Galaxy Note 20 & Note 20 Ultra.
Samsung has added the “Disallow All” function to the device, where users can entirely block malicious apps. When the user activates this function, then the smartphone will not respond to any suspicious apps from unknown sources. It will also show you a list of unidentified apps and let you control each app. The previous settings to install third-party apps will not go anywhere. If you trust the app, then you can also change the settings in the Unknown Sources section. By mistake, if you install a malicious app, then it will alert & warn you to take action.
Samsung says the new security solution will guard users against voice phishing. It will block the installation of apps with a verified history of use for voice phishing. The new app security update was first supposed to release for Galaxy S21 & Galaxy S22 series devices, but Note 20 comes first in line. The latest firmware version N98*NKSU1FVE9 has been released in South Korea. It is 1.2GB in size and carries a May security patch. The other Galaxy S21 & Galaxy S22 devices will soon receive this version.
May 25, 2022
Google Assistant Now Supports on Galaxy Watch 4
In the list of Google services, Google Assistant is the most demanded feature from Galaxy Watch 4 users. Since August, users were asking both Samsung & Google to bring it to the smartwatch. Finally, both companies have listened to them and released support for the device. Now users can take advantage of Google Assistant on Galaxy Watch 4 & Watch 4 Classic. It is beat late, but glad Samsung didn’t wait for Galaxy Watch 5 series to launch.
Google Assistant is now live to download and users can install it from a smartwatch or the Play Store on a paired smartphone. For now, it is available in ten major countries including the home country. Those 10 markets are Australia, Canada, the US, the UK, South Korea, Germany, Ireland, France, and Taiwan. As per some users, the voice assistant is also available to download in Spain, Italy, and some other countries, but we can’t confirm it. India and some other countries are still waiting in line to receive the app.
Galaxy Watch 4
With Google Assistant, users can control Galaxy Watch 4 via voice inputs. You can open apps, play YouTube Music, start workout activities, control music & camera, search for a particular service or change the settings. With future updates, Google may bring more features to Galaxy Watch 4. It is not a firmware update, and it can be downloaded on the watch. After installation, you can use it along with Samsung’s Bixby services.
May 24, 2022
YouTube Music for Galaxy Watch 4 Receives Major Update
YouTube Music for galaxy Watch 4 has today received its first major update since launch. It was launched for the Samsung Watch right after its announcement in August, and now it is popular among music listeners. In the update, Google introduced Tile for the YouTube Music app for Wear OS 3 watches. The Galaxy Watch 4 series run on Wear OS 3 version, so you can now see the new Tile after the new app version. You will find the Tile in the new 5.06.40 app version.
The new tile will add an app shortcut to the watch. It will show the current playing song with the artist’s name and album’s name. It becomes easy to control music by stopping or resuming the current playing song from the shortcut. Along with the latest app version, Google has announced to bring more features to the smartwatch app. It announces to launch music streaming service for Galaxy Watch 4 family. It let users forget their smartphones at home, and play music on the smartwatch.
Users will be able to stream music using the LTE network or Wi-Fi connectivity. Right now, users can only download the music songs on the watch, and play them. There is no update on when it will release but the move is welcomed by users. Spotify is the only app to offer all the features to its users. Google is slowly catching up with its rivals, and these app updates are the start of it.
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May 18, 2022
More Optimized Google Apps & Services Coming for Galaxy Watch 4
Samsung’s EVP & Head of Customer Experience Office at Mobile eXperience Business, Samsung Electronics, Patrick Chomet confirms Google Assistant is coming to Galaxy Watch 4 this summer. He mentioned Google & Samsung will deliver a faster and better version of Google Assistant for the Samsung smartwatches. The company launched the Watch 4 series in August with Wear OS 3, and since then, both companies are promising to bring voice assistants. Finally, we might have narrowed the time gap until the summer end.
Patrick Chomet further revealed the company’s plan along with Google to deliver better services for smartwatches. Both companies will work together to launch optimized services for Galaxy Watch 4. The Google Assistant on the watch will work as a “faster and more natural voice interaction, enabling quick answers, and on-the-go help” service, cleared official member. With the enhanced functionality, the Assistant app will be capable to browse, control, and playing/changing Spotify songs on the smartwatch.
For the other Google apps and services, Mr. Patrick used the words, “the most comprehensive and seamless wearable device experience with Android smartphones.” By the answer, we can assume more updates will be coming to Google apps and services on Galaxy Watch 4 & upcoming Galaxy Watch 5 series. The exact timeframe is not available for the Google Assistant release date, though it could roll out in June.
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May 13, 2022
Galaxy A51, A71 & M31s Upgraded to One UI 4.1 Version
Samsung’s three most selling mid-range smartphones are now getting the latest One UI 4.1 version. The Galaxy A51, Galaxy A71 & Galaxy M31s are the devices that are seeding with a new software update. As per the schedule, Galaxy A51 & Galaxy A71 were supposed to get a new firmware version in April 2022, and it is late by a few days. The Galaxy M31s was enjoying its days on the beta version along with Galaxy M31 & M32 smartphones. The new update comes with plenty of new features. Users also claim Samsung has introduced the RAM Plus feature to Galaxy A51, A71 & M31s models.
The One UI 4.1 comes with a Color Palate option to choose the best color based on your wallpaper. It also shows you which app is asking for different permissions and it will display you. Privacy has also improved, and so do Location and Clipboard protection. Samsung Keyboard offers a couple of new options. It gives emojis, stickers, GIFs, and writing assistants at your fingertips. Recently, the company has separately updated the Keyboard app in Galaxy Store. The Home screen & Lock screen provides more value to the smartphone screen.
The Camera function offers more options to create better picture quality. Lens & Zoom, Pro Photography, Video that never misses a moment, Enhanced Scanning & Pet Portraits are a few added camera functions to mention here. The enhancement has come to Gallery, Photo & Video Editor, AR Emoji, Sharing, Calendar, Samsung Internet, Device care, Samsung Health, Bixby Routines, and Accessibility apps. Galaxy A51 & Galaxy A71 get this update in most of the major countries, and M31s in India.
May 9, 2022
Galaxy S22 Camera Features Are Coming to other Galaxy Devices
Galaxy S22 camera has many features to get most from the photography. With the excellent 108MP camera, anyone can produce better quality pictures, thanks to its wide features. Samsung always introduces new features to its latest devices, and Galaxy S22 is one of them. Now, those exclusive features are coming to other Galaxy devices. Starting today, Samsung will release Galaxy S22 camera features to older models. Now it is rolling out for Galaxy S21 series, and later sequentially, the update will available for other devices.
Samsung has mentioned not all features will come to all models. The latest flagship models will receive all the features, but the older ones will miss some of those. Samsung has also promised to bring a supported function (Only one function) to Galaxy S10, Note 10, S10 Lite, Note 10 Lite, and Z Fold in the second half. Here is the list of all the camera features which are coming to supported devices.
- Improved Night portraits – Galaxy S20, S21, Note 20, Z Fold 2 & Fold 3
- Improved/supported auto framing function – Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 FE, Z Fold 2, Fold 3, Z Flip & Flip 3
- Improving the video call effect – Galaxy S20, S21, Note 20, S20 FE. S21 FE, Z Flip, Filp 3, Fold 2, Fold 3. Further, Galaxy S10, Note 10, Z Fold, S10 Lite & Note 10 Lite are scheduled for the second half of 2022.
- Support for auto framing effects – Galaxy S21, S21 FE, Z Flip, Flip 3, Fold 2 & Fold 3
- Improved App Store Camera app quality – Galaxy S21, S21 FE, Z Flip 3 & Fold 3
Further, the company has improved Pro Mode Zoom to support telephoto lenses on the Galaxy Z Fold 3. The Expert RAW app has also ready for Galaxy Z Fold 3, and it will release in the current month. The latest firmware for Galaxy S21 series is now released in South Korea with all the mentioned features (Refer to the above image). The remaining Galaxy devices will soon get the update.
May 4, 2022