Here’s how to fix Android System WebView issue to stop app crashing on your Samsung phone
Recently, a large number of smartphone and tablet users have reported on various social media platforms regarding the app crashing issues. According to users, whenever they try to access one of the Google applications such as Gmail, Drive, Maps, Amazon, etc. the application doesn’t start and crashes itself.
Further, it was found that Google has mistakenly sent a buggy Android System WebView app update through the Play Store, which is the one and only reason behind this severe app crashing issue. As you know, this application used to display web content on various applications.
Along with smartphone users of several OEMs, this error mainly reported by the Galaxy S21, Galaxy A50, Galaxy S8, Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, and Galaxy A71 users. Meanwhile, Google has also addressed the issue and is working on a fix and the source was identified as WebKit.
In addition, the company provides a temporary solution to solve this problem, if you encounter such a problem on your smartphone, you can try it as a temporary solution. Simply, head towards the Settings of your device and then go to Apps. Select the Android System WebView and then click on the hamburger menu on the top right. Lastly, hit the Uninstall Updates button.
Moreover, Google is also working to deliver a new update with a permanent fix for this critical bug. However, the update is currently rolling out in batches, so it may take some time to reach your device. You can also check manually for the latest version of the Android System Webview app which comes with bug fixes.
Download Android System WebView
Android Auto app lets users use apps and read messages while keeping their hands on the wheel. It offers a useful feature of having incoming messages read out loud. However, some users have recently noticed an issue where WhatsApp messages are being read with an unexpected “oh” added to the end.
Several Android Auto users have reported that when WhatsApp messages are read aloud, an extra “oh” is added at the end. This “oh” doesn’t appear in the original message at all, which makes it seem like a random glitch. Many people have shared their experiences on Reddit, describing the same issue.
While the exact cause of this bug is still unclear, it seems to be connected to Google Assistant, which reads the messages aloud in Android Auto. The strange part is that this issue only happens with WhatsApp only, other messaging apps don’t seem to be affected.
This weird bug doesn’t have any functional impact on Android Auto or WhatsApp, it’s just a bit confusing and funny too. At the moment, there’s no word on when a fix will be available, but it’s something many users hope will be addressed in a future update.
If you’re using Android Auto, have you encountered this strange bug, or are you one of the lucky ones who hasn’t been affected? Stay tuned with us for more updates.
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Some Samsung users have reported an issue where text in photos appears with a shadow when viewed in the Gallery app. This issue makes it harder to read or view certain images clearly. It is mainly affecting Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition users.
Notably, this text shadow issue occurs on Samsung devices when the Super HDR (High Dynamic Range) feature is enabled, particularly with high-resolution images (50MP/200MP) containing text on bright backgrounds.
Samsung has acknowledged the issue and identified the cause of it, which is related to the Super HDR setting. Fortunately, there is an easy way to temporarily fix the issue while waiting for a permanent fix.
For that, you just need to disable Super HDR mode. Just open the Gallery app >> tap on the More icon at the bottom right >> go to Settings >> turn off the Super HDR option.
Moreover, Samsung is also working on a software update to fix this issue permanently. Once the update is available, the issue should be resolved, and you will be able to re-enable Super HDR without experiencing text display issues.
To check the update, open Settings >> Software Update >> Download and Install option. Keep an eye out for the software update notification, and make sure to install it as soon as it becomes available.
Several Galaxy users having issues finding food in the Samsung Health app, especially when the language and region settings on their phone don’t match the app’s settings. This makes it difficult to search for the right food items in the app.
The issue is that food search results in Samsung Health are not always aligned with the language and region settings on your phone. As a result, users are struggling to find accurate food listings when they search for meals or snacks in the app. This can be frustrating, especially if you rely on the app for tracking your diet and nutrition.
Fortunately, Samsung has acknowledged this Health app issue and is releasing an update to improve the food search feature. According to the community moderator, the fresh update will ensure that the app properly aligns with your phone’s language and region settings to make it easier to search for food and track meals accurately.
To fix this, simply update the Samsung Health app to the latest version. For that, you just need to follow a few steps:
- On Galaxy devices, open the Galaxy Store app.
- Search for ‘Samsung Health in the search bar to find the app.
- If an update is available, tap Update to download the latest version.
Once you update the app, you should find food search results to be more accurate and aligned with your phone’s settings. This update will make it easier to track your meals and reach your health goals. So, update your app now to enjoy a better food search experience in Samsung Health.