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Samsung Galaxy Wearable app update fixes runtime exception
Samsung is currently focusing on providing One UI 4 beta update for several of its flagship devices. The Korean tech giant has already released the One UI 4 beta 2 for Galaxy S21 series in select regions and will soon announce the third beta for this series.
Along with the development of One UI 4, the company is also developing the software department, as the Galaxy Wearable (Samsung Gear) app has just received a new firmware update. This latest update fixes the runtime exceptions, moreover, no further changes are seen in the changelog.
Updated Version:
You can identify the latest update of the Galaxy wearable or Samsung Gear app by the version number 2.2.44.21101461 and package size of 4.17MB.
About:
The Samsung Galaxy Wearable app connects your wearable device to your mobile device. It also manages and monitors the wearable device features and applications you install through Galaxy Apps. To connect the Galaxy Wearable to a mobile device, install the Samsung Galaxy Wearable app.
You can use the Galaxy Wearable application to set up and manage the following features:
- Mobile device connection/disconnection
- Software updates
- Clock settings
- Application download and settings
- Find my Watch
- Notification type and settings, etc.
Settings and features provided by the Galaxy Wearable application are only available when your wearable device is connected to your mobile device. Features will not work properly without a stable connection between your wearable device and your mobile device.
Required permissions
- Location: Used to search for nearby devices for Gear through Bluetooth
- Storage: Used to transmit and receive the stored files with Gear
- Telephone: Used to check device-unique identification information for updating apps and installing plug-in apps
- Contacts: Used to provide services that need to be linked with accounts using registered Samsung account information
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WhatsApp starts rolling out Favorite feature for Calls Tab
WhatsApp has been working on a new feature that lets users mark some contacts as favorites for an adequate and more precise experience. Therefore, after a long examination, WhatsApp has finally started rolling out the Favorite feature for the Calls Tab on Android.
The introduction of a dedicated section for favorites within the calls tab will help users save time and allow them to access the most important contacts and groups quickly. Notably, this feature aims to improve both convenience and accessibility.
Through this feature, users can initiate calls with a single tap, eliminating the need to search through their entire call log. This feature allows users to save valuable time, especially in urgent situations, and enhances user experience by providing personalized communication.
By offering the option to designate favorite contacts, WhatsApp also lets users personalize their calling interface, introducing a separate section for prioritizing their most significant contacts and groups within the calls tab.
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To be mentioned, users can access a new option to choose favorites from their contacts and groups list in the call section only, and after choosing favorites, they will be promptly visible within the calls tab, making it faster to place calls.
However, the favorite feature for the calls tab is currently only available to some beta testers who install the 2.24.7.18 version update of WhatsApp and it will reach more users in the coming weeks.
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Samsung’s Vision Core huge update improves lock screen wallpaper effects
Samsung has pushed a new update for the Vision Core app with version 1.0.14.0, which reportedly improves lock screen effects. The update is available on the Galaxy Store with a huge package size of around 1GB.
Samsung Vision Core app enhances the lock screen by dynamically changing the wallpaper according to the current weather and time. The latest update brings improvements to lock screen effects and fixes previous bugs.
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While the official changelog only lists bug fixes, users have reported notable improvements to the visual effects of the lock screen. The update improves the overall performance of the lock screen.
The update is rolling out for Galaxy devices running Android 14-based One UI 6.1, which means only the Galaxy S24 series is eligible for this update. Users are advised to install the update to enhance the lock screen experience.
To install the update, you just need to open Galaxy Store >> Menu option >> Updates. Also, you can download it directly from the third-party app source link mentioned here.
One UI 6.1 Photo Ambient Wallpaper: Add weather effects to lock screen
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Samsung’s Home Up to bring back Finder Swipe function after users demand
Samsung is set to reintroduce the popular Finder Swipe function of the Home Up Good Lock module that was removed with the One UI 6.0 update. Previously, users could access the Finder by swiping down from the home screen. This function was widely used but was discontinued in the last major update.
In response to the demand, a Samsung community moderator announced plans to bring back the Finder Swipe feature. The company is now working on an update to Home Up that will reintroduce this feature.
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The bringback of the Finder Swipe function is expected to enhance user experience by simplifying navigation. The upcoming update is eagerly awaited by users who prefer quick and easy access to Finder provided by swipe-down gestures.
“We have received feedback from many customers that they still need the Good Lock Home Up finder access feature, so we are preparing to support it again,” said the moderator.