Google is rolling out a new update for Android Auto with version 13.0. This update mainly focuses on fixing bugs and improving performance to enhance the experience.

Android Auto 13.0 update reveals that Google is working on a new feature called Car Media, which will let users control AM/FM radio and local media more easily. This feature aims to improve how users interact with your car’s audio system.

In the latest version, some hidden code hints at how this new feature will work with missing and unavailable media. Although this feature isn’t live yet in Android Auto 13.0, the presence of some strings (spotted via 9to5Google) suggests that it could be coming soon.

Previously, icons related to this feature were added to the app, which shows that Google is making progress. Users can look forward to a more seamless way to manage their music and radio when this feature is officially launched.

Aside from this, the update also fixes some issues that users encountered in the previous version to enhance the overall performance. While users may not see big changes immediately, it hints at a better audio experience in the future.

The new update of Android Auto is now available through the Play Store. You can download it to get enhanced features.

If you’re a Galaxy S23 series user, you might have noticed some camera issues following the One UI 6.1.1 update. Samsung has officially confirmed that photos may not be captured properly when using the camera’s zoom function with intelligent optimization set to maximum. Here you can check solutions to resolve your Samsung smartphone’s One UI 6.1.1 camera issue.

Samsung is aware of the issue and is actively working on a software update to resolve it. In the meantime, there’s something you can do to resolve the camera issue. This issue is causing disappointment among users, especially those who rely on their Galaxy smartphone for high-quality photography.

To temporarily resolve camera issue, you can try this quick solutions on your Samsung device. By changing the intelligent optimization setting from the maximum to either Medium or Minimum, you can help improve the quality of your zoom shots.

To change the camera settings, you just need to follow a few easy steps:

• Open the camera app on your Galaxy S23 smartphone.
• Tap the Settings icon.
• Navigate to the Intelligent Optimization option
• Select either the Medium or Minimum option.

These quick steps should enhance your zoom photography experience while you wait for Samsung to roll out the software fix.

Notably, Samsung has already released a software update for the Galaxy S23 series but it is currently available in limited countries and the company will soon expand it.

Keep an eye out for the software update notification on your device. Once it appears, it’s advisable to update to the latest version to ensure better camera performance.

Fresh Galaxy S23 update fixes One UI 6.1.1’s camera zoom issue

October 2024 started with the SDC24 event, where Samsung shared important updates about its software and products. One of the big announcements was the upcoming One UI 7 Beta update for developers, which will be released at the end of this year. While this is a change from last year, some users get disappointed by the timeline. However, Samsung never forgets to release its monthly update on time.

On the 5th day of this month, Samsung began releasing the October 2024 security patch for Galaxy devices to enhance security and stability. The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE, launched in late September 2024, is the first smartphone to receive the October 2024 security update. Several more Galaxy devices will get this update in the coming days.

October 2024 security update fixes several vulnerabilities and boosts the overall security of the devices. Samsung will soon release the details and updated devices list on the scope page.

Below you can check a list of Galaxy devices that have received the October 2024 security update.

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Samsung One UI October 2024 Updates List

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• Samsung drops October 2024 security update, Galaxy S24 FE takes the lead.

*More devices will be added to this list as Samsung releases the update for them.

If you have a Samsung device from the list above and haven’t updated it yet, go ahead and do it now. If your device isn’t on the list, you can manually check for updates by going to Settings >> Software Update >> Download and Install. You can share software updates screenshots and details by tagging our social media accounts.