Devices
Samsung’s One UI 7 gets more delays as Android 15 takes time to stable
Samsung One UI 7 will be the game changer for the Galaxy devices, as it will ensure that users get several new features and improvements. Due to all these new changes, users eagerly await the update to be available for their devices. Unfortunately, another bad news for them is that Google isn’t expected to be stable on Android 15 in October.
Android 15 delay pushed One UI 7 to October
Earlier, it was expected that Google would release the Android 15 stable update in September. However, according to a new report from Android Authority, the next Android iteration will be available in October. This will directly affect the availability of One UI 7.
For your information, It will be based on Android 15. So, Samsung has to follow the timeline of the Android 15 stable release, and then it will start distributing the August 2024 update for the devices.
However, before going to stability, the company will run the beta program, which is expected to start in the next few days. Additionally, the company is holding the One UI 6.1.1 update, which is also expected to be released before One UI 7.0.
Software
Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Flip 4 get November 2024 security patch on more carriers
Earlier today, Samsung rolled out the November 2024 security patch for the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Flip 4 devices in the US. The update was spotted for the Verizon locked now it is expanding to more carriers.
The Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 spotted getting a November 2024 security patch update are now available with the firmware versions F936USQS7GXJA and F721USQS7GXJA, respectively.
Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Flip 4 November 2024 update: what’s new
With the latest update, the company will provide several new enhancements internally, which will improve the overall security of the devices. The update is currently spotted on the Verizon network and is expected to be available in more countries in the coming days.
According to the official documentation, there are more than 50 fixes done with the latest update. More specifically, there are 38 patches added by Google to enhance the security on the Android level. Additionally, there are 13 patches exclusively added by Samsung that will improve the working of the devices.
Along with this, the update may also include some other new changes that may elevate the performance of the devices while fixing their working. So if you are getting any issues while using the device, then you should definitely go for the latest update
Software
Quick share to be available for iPhones and Macs
Samsung always enjoys the flexibility of Android, which provides easy data sharing across devices, while if we talk about Apple, which is enclosed in its ecosystem due to the different OS, which makes it difficult for users to connect to other OSs for sharing even to PCs.
Quick share bug fix hints at possible compatibility for iPhones and Macs
Google is continuously improving Quick Share by updating the nearby connections API, a peer-to-peer networking technology that works over local networks. According to the Android Authority, Google has recently fixed a bug where the non-localized account name is the user, which introduces the returns localized on iOS and macOS. So, this works well for Quick Share.
The report also said a Google engineer called out this bug fix specifically and said it helps quickly share. Fix the specific bug; it helps Quick Share on iOS and macOS connectivity. It most likely means that Google is working on bringing a quick share client for iPhones and Macs.
For context, Google has introduced the nearby share client to the widows, then rebranded it to the Quick Share so it will be more convenient for the users to rely on the Quick Share because it is available in several countries.
Android
October 2024 Google Play system update is now available for Galaxy devices
Samsung is aggressively distributing the October 2024 patch for Galaxy devices, but it is just a security patch; now, with the device, they are starting to get new updates with the October 2024 play system update for Galaxy devices. let’s explore what’s new
October 2024 Google Play system update: what’s new
The October 2024 Google Play system update for Galaxy devices will include several new changes and features. More specifically, with the latest update, users will receive many new functionalities under different applications, including Google Play Store and Google Play services.
We have some new security and privacy features in Google Play services. More specifically, the wallet is getting a new shield of protection against threats. The Devices connectivity is improved: here, a new instant hotspot feature arrives, which will provide you the benefit of getting a notification about your visibility of the new hotspot
Meanwhile, the Google Play store has also received some new changes, such as a new popup message service for Play Games profiles from different places in the Play Store. New changes have also arrived to the suggest UI for an improved user experience.
With the latest update, you will get developer-provided animations on promotional content cards. Now, you can discover new ways to use Play discounts and earn Google Play points. For more information about the October 2024 Google Play system update, you can check the official changelog here