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Finally, T-Mobile Released Night Mode Update for Galaxy Note 9

After nearly 3 months of waiting T-Mobile has finally rolled out Night Mode update for its users in the US. The first smartphone to get the latest update is Samsung Galaxy Note 9 and we can say the other devices will get the update in a short period of time. The newest firmware N960USQU2CSGA is rolling out with Google’s July security patch and it counts 882MB in size. Everyone was hoping the Galaxy S10 series will be the first smartphones that will get a dedicated Night Mode update, but since T-Mobile has already dispatched the July update on all three S10 models so they will get in the next software version.
The first notable feature into the update is dedicated Night Mode to the main camera, the function will provide more details to the night photography and will bring this last year’s model closer to the current models. The other QR Code scanner feature was added for multiple usages and Wi-Fi sharing is one of them. You can also get this feature from the Notification panel as it has added a shortcut.
In the US, AT&T & Verizon have released this update on their Galaxy S10 series, Galaxy Note 9, Galaxy S9 & S9+ smartphones, and Sprint has released it for Galaxy S10 models. The international Samsung premium & some mid-range smartphones are already on the latest updates and some of them are having August security patch. If you are Galaxy Note 9 owner on T-Mobile then head to the Settings and check for the latest update. The update is rolling out via OTA & quite big so use your Wi-Fi connection to download it.
August 12, 2019
Galaxy Note 9 July Update on AT&T Gets Night Mode
The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 on AT&T is now receiving a new firmware version in the US. The latest update brings dedicated Night Mode & QR Code scanner features to the camera. The new firmware version N960USQU2CSGA is seeding on Note 9 with July Android security patch and it is 882MB in size. AT&T is the second carrier to receives this massive 882MB update. Internationally, Galaxy Note 9 has received all these features, this is time for US users to get it.
The update also brings Advanced Messaging in the Samsung Messages app, for AT&T postpaid users. It will allow users to send messages up to 10MB and also able to see if person has read your messages. Right now, it is only available for postpaid customers, that they can send messages to other Advanced Messaging capable AT&T postpaid users.
After a few hours, Samsung will unpack Galaxy Note 10 in the special event that gets an even better camera, probably with some advanced features. So its good Samsung is taking care of a year-old model by installing some advanced features, which changes photography on the phone. The dedicated Night Mode function to the camera is one of them and it improves picture quality in the night view and gives extra details. The QR Code scanner is another feature that users can use for Wi-Fi sharing & scan the codes. For the easy use, there is a shortcut in the notification panel for the QR scanner.
AT&T is the first to brings a Night Mode update in the US on the Galaxy S10 series. Last week, Verizon rolled out Night Mode to Note 9 as well as to the Galaxy S9 & S9+ smartphones. T-Mobile, on the other hand, is still behind these all, that none-of its devices has received a Night Mode update. We may see it in the next T-Mobile update, that is, August update. If you are AT&T user in the US then go to Settings on your Galaxy Note 9 and install the update.

August 7, 2019
Verizon’s Galaxy Note 9 & Galaxy S9 Gets Night Mode Update
The Samsung Galaxy S9 & Galaxy Note 9 are the next premium devices in the US that are getting Night Mode update. The US carrier Verizon is releasing new firmware for the both smartphones. Last month, it has successfully issued update to Galaxy S10 series smartphones, and now last year’s two biggest models are tasting new camera features. The firmware version N960USQU2CSGA is seeding for Galaxy Note 9 and G965USQU6CSGF for Galaxy S9. Both smartphones are receiving Android’s July security patch. The QR Code scanner for camera is another feature seeded into the update and the shortcut is now added to the notification panel.

The AT&T was the first carrier to bring Night Mode update to its Samsung Galaxy S10 series smartphones in the US. Later, Verizon & Sprint are next to release these features. T-Mobile users are still behind the race. None of T-Mobile’s devices have received dedicated Night Mode or QR Code scanner features. It has released July update for the devices so we can assume, T-Mobile will issue these functions in its next software update. If you are Verizon user then open Settings menu in your smartphone and check for update manually.
In other countries, most of Samsung’s premium and some mid-range devices have received major updates. The international models of Galaxy S10 series, Galaxy Note 9, Galaxy S9 duo are the lucky ones to get latest versions. The Galaxy A50 & Galaxy A70 are also enjoying Night Mode function on the run.
August 3, 2019
Galaxy A70 Receives Night Mode in July Update
Samsung has released the latest July update to its Galaxy A70 smartphone. The new software brings dedicated night mode and QR Code scanner features to the camera. These were the missing features on Galaxy A70 and now finally, Samsung brought them. The galaxy A50 was the first mid-range device to get both these features, in the June security update Galaxy A50 was lucky to get them. The latest firmware version A705GMDDU3ASG6 is now rolling out with Android’s July security patch that counts 367 MB in size. The software also improves the overall security of the smartphone.
The interesting part of this update is, Samsung installed ‘Helo’ app on Galaxy A70, and users are not happy with it. Samsung never does such things, but recently, the company has installed many third-party apps on its range of smartphones. In the last Security update, Samsung pre-installed FabHotels, Likee, MobiKwik, Big Basket, and ShareChat apps on many devices. Most customers are unhappy with it; luckily, they can uninstall the apps. So if you have received such apps and you don’t want to use, then you can simply uninstall them.
In the previous firmware, Galaxy A70 has received many camera features. It has come up with Super Steady video mode, slow-mo, super slow-motion, focus mode and Beauty Video mode features so now it got the Night Mode function to improve picture quality.
The firmware is now releasing in India and other countries will get it soon. To check the update manually, head to Settings > Software Update and then hit on the button. After Premium lines, Galaxy S10 series, Galaxy S9 & S9+, Galaxy Note 9 and budget smartphone Galaxy A50, it is another device to get the Night Mode function.
July 31, 2019
Sprint’s Galaxy S10+ Update Brings Night Mode Feature
Sprint is now releasing the June security patch for Samsung Galaxy S10+ smartphones in the US. The update brings the manual Night Mode function to the camera and QR Code scanning for Wi-Fi sharing. It is the third telecom operator to bring these features to the Galaxy S10+ device. Previously, AT&T & Verizon have issued both features to these Samsung devices with Night Mode function. Users have waited more than usual time to get these features. It is almost July end and users are receiving June Update. Even Galaxy S10 5G smartphone has received all these features along with July security patch.
The new firmware version G975USQU2ASG8 is released which is 509MB in size. As per the report, only Galaxy S10+ is getting this update and other Galaxy S10 smartphones may join soon. In the other countries, all Galaxy S10 devices are receiving Google’s July security patch so US variants are behind the schedule to get new software.
Samsung has firstly introduced Night Mode & QR Code functions to Galaxy S10 devices in the May update. Later, these features come to the Galaxy S9 duo, Note 9 & Galaxy A50 smartphones. The update has now spread into all major countries. Later, AT&T became the first operator to release these functions to all the Galaxy S10 version, followed by Verizon on the next day. To get the latest update go to the Software Update section in the Setting menu.
July 29, 2019
Android Pie Reached To Galaxy J7 Duo & Galaxy Wide 2
Samsung’s two budget smartphones are now tasting the latest Android Pie version with One UI flavor. The Galaxy J7 Duo & Galaxy Wide 2 are now receiving Android Pie update. The Galaxy J7 family member J7 Duo is receiving it in India and Galaxy Wide 2 getting new Pie version in South Korea, which only available in Samsung’s home country. The firmware version J720FDDU4BSG7 is seeding on Galaxy J7 Duo, and J727SKSU3CSG3 is for Wide 2. Both devices will be upgraded to Google’s July 2019 security patch after the update.
The update brings Samsung’s latest One UI features with Night Mode, UI tweaks, navigation gestures and Digital wellbeing to the devices. The version for J7 Duo weighs 1270 MB in size and Wide 2 software weighs 885 MB in size. The software is now available via Over-the-Air and soon available in other countries. Galaxy Wide 2 is only available in South Korea so all users in the country will receive it soon. To check it manually, Go to Settings > Software Update and download it.
The interesting fact is Galaxy Wide 2 is now two years old, launched in May 2017, and another fact is, it received the latest version before Galaxy Wide 3. That means that Galaxy Wide 3 will get an update very soon. The Galaxy J7 Duo was launched in April 2018 with Android Oreo software on the board. Yesterday, Verizon released Android Pie on Galaxy J3 smartphone and now another two Samsung devices are getting it.
July 26, 2019
Galaxy A50 July Update Improves Camera & Wi-Fi
Samsung Galaxy A50 had received its one of the most important updates in June. In June, it received a dedicated Night Mode function to the camera with the super slow-motion & QR Code features. It was the first mid-range smartphone in Samsung’s A series lineup to get such rich features. This time Samsung pushed another update with the July security patch that all means to improve the camera quality of the device. As per the changelog, the picture quality of the phone camera will improve. Samsung is seeding new firmware version A505FDDU2ASG4, which is 189.28MB in size and now rolling out in India.
If you look closer to the changelog then there is no change in the May update & July update, but after the update many users witnessed better camera quality & picture quality on their Galaxy A50 phone. Along with camera improvement, the new software also takes care of Wi-Fi by stabilizing it and improved connectivity. In addition, QR Scanner shortcut is now added to the notification panel.
Not a surprise, after the April update, when Galaxy A50 received camera update with slow-motion & other minor camera features, Samsung released May update to improve and stabilize camera performance. Samsung did again to improve the camera after launching new functions. The Galaxy A50 is Samsung’s one of the popular smartphone in many countries so the company is trying to make it even better, and last dedicated Night Mode software update was one of them.
The new version is now serving in India and it may cover other countries soon. To check for the new version, go to Settings > Software Update and then hit on the Download and Install button.
July 26, 2019
Galaxy Fold Will Launch in September
Samsung expects the launch of its foldable flagship, Galaxy Fold in September. Originally the device was scheduled to launch on 26th April, but the screen breaking issues compelled the company to postpone its release. After that company focused on comprehensive improvement of the Galaxy Fold and improve the overall user experience. Due to this unexpected delay Best Buy and AT&T canceled all the pre-orders and refunded the money to customers.
The September launch of the Galaxy Fold can lead to the competition with Huawei Mate X as it is also expected to launch in the same month.
Company has made extensive evaluation and all the required improvements to the product in meantime. However, if launched as scheduled earlier, the Galaxy Fold would be the first foldable smartphone by major manufacturers.
The issue of screen cracking was occurred due to peeling off the layer of plastic film on the phone’s internal display by reviewers. This happened because reviewers failed to understand the warning of not to peel off the layer and this lead to the crack in the display.
In other cases bulge occurred on the internal screen of the device because some debris entered the phone’s top hinge. Now Samsung has solved all these issues and improved the device with an extended protective layer to cover bezels.
In order to prevent the debris from entering the device, protection caps have added on top as well the bottom side of the hinge. Also, the metal layers below the Infinity Flex Display have been included to reinforce the protection of the display.
Further, the company has reduced the space between the body and the hinge of the device. Samsung is also working to optimize the more apps for the Galaxy Fold’s User Interface.
As the company expects the launching of the Galaxy Fold in select markets in September, the more details will available close to the launching date. Customers have to wait until September to get this amazing and improved foldable smartphone.
July 25, 2019
Galaxy Watch Active Gets Massive Features, Improved UI in New Update
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active, the latest fitness-oriented watch from the company, became more advanced after getting massive features. Samsung is issuing the latest update to the smartwatch to make it smarter and more friendly to the users who care about fitness & health. The latest firmware version R500XXU1CSG6 is currently rolling out in South Korea, and it is nearly 75MB in size. The global update will happen soon; it just matters of time to reach in the other countries.
First thing first, Samsung has changed UI of Galaxy Watch Active, called App Tray UI, that helps to easily search any app on the screen and also easy to activate the app. The new Goodnight Mode will change the view of the screen to a dedicated view. In this mode, users will see only time with the single press without getting any notifications or other alerts, while sleeping or doing other important works.
The Watch Active is now smarter enough to track user’s fitness records. It will also detect swimming activities and show the previous records. Galaxy Watch & Gear S3 also got improved swim tracking in their latest software updates. The most important; Galaxy Watch Active will alert users when it founds low heart rate. Ther new Low Alert feature notifies users when there is low heart rate below the specific rate in the given time. The Breathe Guide in Samsung Health is now more improved to give better breathe rate information & results.
The new version improves Bixby; it can now answer most of your questions like to make a routine for you, increase screen brightness, start air condition on a given schedule, and play music for you as well as controls SmartThings products. Samsung is continuously trying to improve Bixby, and this is another effort to it. For your information, a third-party developer has launched Google Assistant for the Watch so you can choose any of these two.
To customize the smartwatch, Samsung has introduced some new watch straps in different variations. You can buy them from the Samsung store. The Galaxy Watch Active 2 is near to launch and the current one is getting the massive update is really great to deal for users. To get the latest update, go to the Wearable app on your paired smartphone and look for new software.
July 23, 2019
New Galaxy Watch Update Improves Swim Tracking
The new update for Samsung Galaxy Watch has released in the US & South Korea that improves tracking for swim. Another notable change is, automated sync of alarm has now disabled from the paired smartphone and improved system reliability. The latest firmware R810XXU1CSG4 is currently rolling out, and it is 15.36MB in size. It is available for both 42mm & 46mm models of non-LTE version. It is a small update, but most users use their Galaxy Watch for workout activities, and swimming is one of them. Improved tracking will give them better results in calorie measurement during the swimming.
Last week, Samsung released new firmware for Gear S3, which had only got a solution to disable automatic sync of alarm, and missed to get improvement in swim tracking. The software update is now available in the US & South Korea, and other countries may join soon. To install the new version on your Galaxy Watch, open the Wearable app on your paired smartphone and check for the latest update.
After the One UI update, it is another firmware that brings improvement to this last year’s premium smartwatch. The most important features like new watch faces, quick panel, battery optimization, updated graphics, and improved Samsung Health features, have already been installed on the watch. The next Galaxy Watch Active 2 is on the way and Galaxy Watch Active is in the market, and the old one is getting regular updates is a good thing for Samsung Galaxy Watch users.
July 19, 2019
Galaxy Fold Ready to Launch, Passed Final Test
Samsung Galaxy Fold, the first foldable smartphone was supposed to launch in April, but due to display issues company postponed its release date. It’s almost three months, and still, we don’t have a re-launch date from Samsung. It now looks like we are close to getting a specific date that the company is almost ready with its foldable phone. The news coming from South Korea (TheElec) says, Samsung has passed all Galaxy Fold tests and now ready to hit the market. According to the news, the group of experts of industry professionals at Seoul National University and KAIST has tested the device and gave it a green signal.
The source closer to the Samsung said, “ A few weeks ago, Samsung sent Galaxy Fold to this group to test it, and the result is Galaxy Fold passed in the final test.”
Galaxy Fold users may get some relief when hearing this news. Those are the users who have spent $2000 on these products and still waiting in line, without knowing when will their gadget arrive. Last week, media persons found Galaxy Fold in public place and claimed Samsung is testing it to make it ready.
now, there is a campaign for Fold to demand Samsung to release it as soon as possible in the coming weeks or at least come with a specific launch date. Last month, the Samsung Display executive promised that the device is in good condition and ready to launch in the market. But after one month there is no single sign of it.
In the other news, Huawei Mate X is now going through final authority tests and soon it would come into the public. Huawei’s first foldable smartphone has been seen on China’s authority website for internal testing. What do you think, which device will enter first into the market?
Source: TheElec
July 18, 2019
Galaxy S10 5G Now Getting Night Mode & Vibration Feedback
Samsung has released a new software update to its Galaxy S10 5G model that brings the most important dedicated Night Mode feature to the camera. The software is currently rolling out in South Korea. The other trio Galaxy S10, S10 Plus & S10e have already received this function in their May update. Later, Samsung updated its Galaxy Note 9, Galaxy S9 & S9+ as well as mid-range Galaxy A50 with the added camera features. Now, it comes to Galaxy S10 5G with the latest G977NKSU1ASF3 firmware version that counts nearly 429MB in size. It attached with June 2019 Android security patch to secure the device.
Currently, SK Telecom & U+ are releasing a new piece of code in South Korea, and soon it may come to other operators. The firmware also brought vibration feedback while using navigation bar gesture. Lastly, the update improves the overall quality of Galaxy S10 5G to match its speed with other Galaxy S10 models.
It would be worth noting to highlight some important features of the flagship Galaxy S10 5G device. The device packs an amazing 6.7 inches AMOLED display with high-resolution support. It comes with the latest Android 9.0 Pie as well as One UI and is powered by Exynos 9820 Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Octa-core processor.
The device accommodates incredible quad camera set up at the back side and dual camera for the selfie, both the camera of the device let you capture superior quality pictures in every situation. Fuelled by non-removable 4500mAh battery with fast charging support, it allows you to handle the device for several hours in a single charge.
July 15, 2019
Samsung Galaxy M20 Launched in South Korea
The Galaxy M20 is Samsung’s one of the low-end lineup smartphone which firstly launched in India. Now Samsung has launched this smartphone in South Korea to target the budget customers. The decision will help the company to expand its market for Galaxy M20 as well as tap the potential of the Korean market for low-end smartphones.
At present in pre-sale, the smartphone is available to purchase from online store Musha, the Aliexpress site in Korea. On Musha, it goes on sale for $186 for 3GB/32GB version & $215 for 64GB. It is available in Black & Blue color option though at the moment a 64GB version of the Blue color is not on sale.
The device will go on sale from 15th July via Samsung’s online mall and other e-commerce platforms such as Gmarket and Auction. Galaxy M20 will sell for 22,000 won, and it is available in black charcoal color option, soon Blue version will join.
Galaxy M20 features 6.3 inches droop notch display with high-resolution support of 1080 x 2340 pixels. The device runs on Android 8.1 Oreo and can upgrade to the latest Android 9.0 Pie, and Exynos 7904 Octa-core processor powers it. It features 13MP and 5MP primary camera setup and 8MP selfie camera. A non-removable Li-Po 5000mAh battery fuels the device with a fast charging support of 15W.
To celebrate the pre-sell of the device, Samsung and Musha will also sell a unique package. It created in collaboration with several fashion brands like Viva Studio, Kinshi, Cricity, and Mark Gonzalez. Galaxy M lineup is the result of Samsung’s efforts to beat the competition from the rivals in the low-end and mid-range smartphone segment.
Source: Samsung (Korea)
July 8, 2019
Samsung Released First Galaxy Fit Update
Samsung is releasing the first update to its fitness tracker Galaxy Fit. The small update comes to stabilize the tracker and improve the performance. The new firmware version R370XXU0ASG1 is now rolling out in France that is 20.72 MB in size. For the Galaxy Fit, the latest version brings improvements to the algorithm and stability to the battery charging. The change also brings a button to get a heart rate measurement on the heart rate widget. The other stabilizer codes applied to the tracker; the same feature Galaxy Fit e received in its previous software version.
The first Fit e update released back in May that brings Dim Light to the band. The tiny software code was mean to improve battery life by adjusting screen brightness. A few days ago Galaxy Fit e received its second update with stability improvements. To get the latest version on your Samsung Galaxy Fit fitness tracker, go to the Wearable app on your smartphone. The update is currently rolling out in France, and in the coming days, it will hit in other countries.
Samsung Galaxy Fit & Fit e is now available in major countries with reasonable prices. These are the main rival wearables to the Xiaomi’s popular Mi Band 3 & Band 4. In the market, both Mi Band is doing excellent work to attract more customers. Both are popular for workout activities and to perform different exercises. Samsung tries to shut this gap by launching more than 39 workout sessions on its wearables and by launching special fitness-centric features.
July 3, 2019
Facebook on Samsung Galaxy Watch
Facebook is the most popular social media app worldwide, and it’s the app used by billions of people to share their ideas and posts. Using Facebook on Android and Apple devices is a common thing. But using it on smartwatches like Samsung Gear S3, Gear Sport & new Galaxy Watch is a different thing. You can download apps like Facebook, Instagram, and other social media on smartphones from Android Play Store. Also, from the other platforms available, but the process is not the same for the wearables.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch is the latest and updated version of smart wearables which runs on the Tizen 4.0 Operating System.
Apps like this and WhatsApp Messenger consume more space and battery; that’s why they are not available for download on smartwatches. Here we will see how to use the Facebook app on the latest Samsung Galaxy Watch.
It is effortless to get notifications from Facebook Notifications of posts or chats on Galaxy Watch by activating notifications of these apps on the watch. To enable the notifications and get the alerts from Facebook, go to the Settings, and select the Manage Notifications options.
After selecting the option of manage notifications, you will see the list of all apps which support the Galaxy Watch. Then go to the Facebook option on that list. Here press the ON button to enable the notification from this app.
Hereafter you will be able to receive all the notifications from the app, and your smartwatch will also alert you about future updates. To read the notifications on your screen, swipe the screen to the left.
Samsung Galaxy Watch has all the latest technology and functionalities. It has enough RAM and excellent processor with productive battery life supporting several hours of mixed usages.
The Galaxy wearable is all set to compete with its rivals like Apples upcoming Apple Watch Series4 and Googles Android Wear watches. It is now available in almost all major markets of the world for the customers.
July 2, 2019
AT&T Rolling Out June Update for Galaxy S10 with Night Mode
Samsung Galaxy S10 Exynos users are the first ones to enjoy dedicated night mode on their new smartphones. Now the latest June update with the firmware version G973USQU2ASF6 for Galaxy S10 & G975USQU2ASF6 for Galaxy S10+ is headed to the US, and AT&T is the first carrier to release it for its users. The update is available for Galaxy S10, & Galaxy S10+ models. The version brings dedicated Night Mode as well as QR scanner to these premium smartphones. Now users don’t have to use the Bixby vision to scan QR codes.
The latest version also added vibration feedback for navigation gestures, allowing users to use an extra screen inside the app by hiding the standard Android navigation bar. Samsung has recently updated all their flagship phones with these features. The Galaxy S9, S9+, Galaxy Note 9 and even mid-range smartphones, Galaxy A50 has received these dedicated Night Mode feature.
In the May update, Samsung has released new features with a security patch, and now all the major countries received it. US users were behind the schedule as like always they get new versions as per their carriers. Last week, T-Mobile released the June security patch for the Galaxy S10 series, which missed all the new features. Now AT&T has rolled out the latest version, all the remaining telecom operators will start to push it. To check for new version, go to, Settings – Software Update – Download & Install to get it manually.
July 2, 2019