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Google Pay update brings quick shortcut menu with new user interface
Recently, Google released a new version of the Google Pay app which is a complete change from the previous version, and it is no secret that it was not as successful as Google had hoped. Now, the company is adding a new shortcut menu to the Google Pay app.
It looks like rolling out of each account (via-9to5Google) – we can always see the menu in one account, but not in others – this new shortcut menu appears in the app’s main tab and offers four shortcuts in the regular sections of the Google Pay application.
The first shortcut opens your payment settings without touch, allowing you to change cards faster. This functionality is also available with the UI button on the same page, but this new shortcut is easy to understand and accessible.
The following shortcut goes to the send/request money page, another option available under the UI. The “View offers” to the left tab, while the “Track expenditure” group is on the right tab.
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These shortcuts are all useless, leading us to believe that they exist to help make features easier to find and understand. We are not yet sure whether this shortcut menu appears regularly, or is it a “start” program to help users read the app.
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Samsung Galaxy Enhance-X 2.1.25 Update: Motion Clipper, Advanced Camera Shift, and more
Samsung has released a major update for its Galaxy Enhance-X app with version 2.1.25. This update introduces several new features to enhance the photography experience for users.
The fresh update adds the Motion Clipper feature, which allows users to easily create GIFs from their motion photos. This feature makes fun to capture and share lively moments. Notably, this feature is only available on certain models.
In addition, the update enhances the camera shift function. Now, users can apply camera shift effects to pictures of people and pets. This means users can choose specific subjects to edit to improve the look of portraits and family photos.
Aside from this new feature, the update enhances the app’s compatibility with tab models. Now, Galaxy Tab models can use Enhance-X in landscape mode. This is mainly helpful for users who like to edit their photos on tablets.
Furthermore, the update brings support for basic DEX models. It allows users to integrate Enhance-X into their work across different devices. This makes the app more useful for a wider range of Samsung users.
Overall, the Samsung Galaxy Enhance-X version 2.1.25 update introduces features that help users explore their creativity and improve their photography. With these new features, Samsung aims to make mobile photography more enjoyable and accessible for everyone.
You can download the update through Galaxy Store >> Menu option >> Updates. If the update is available, you can install the update to enjoy new features.
Android users get iOS-like contact syncing feature with fresh WhatsApp Beta
WhatsApp has released a fresh update for beta users on Android with version 2.24.21.26. This update introduces a new feature that gives users more control over how their contacts are synced across different devices on WhatsApp.
The latest update allows users to add, edit, or delete contacts from any device linked to their WhatsApp account, such as tablets or computers. It means that any changes made on one device will automatically sync to all other connected devices. It helps contact list up-to-date no matter where you are.
For those who want to keep personal and work contacts separate, there’s an option to disable syncing for specific accounts. This lets users prevent certain contacts from showing up in their WhatsApp to maintain privacy.
Moreover, WhatsApp also adds extra security by using cryptographic hashes to protect the phone numbers of contacts who aren’t on the app. This ensures that user data remains safe while still allowing WhatsApp to monitor for any unusual activity related to contact uploads.
Users can still chat with their existing contacts as the app remains fully functional, even with contact syncing turned off. If someone switches to a new phone or reinstalls WhatsApp, their linked contacts will automatically be restored easily.
WhatsApp contact syncing feature was already available to iOS users, and now Android beta testers can enjoy the same benefit. As the update rolls out, more users will have the chance to try this privacy feature.
WhatsApp introduces notification activity feature for group chats
WhatsApp is bringing a new feature to improve notification management, especially for group chats through a new beta update. The fresh version of WhatsApp is available with version 2.24.21.22 in the Google Play Beta Program.
The new beta update of WhatsApp adds a new notification activity feature for group chats. It will let users choose how they want to receive notifications. There are two choices – All and Relevant to me.
- All: Users can get notifications for every message in the group.
- Relevant to Me: They will receive only important ones like mentions and replies.
In this way, users can easily manage large groups as the features help to reduce unnecessary messages. This change is particularly helpful for those in large groups.
Additionally, the new notification activity screen will help explain how muting group chats works. Currently, some users find it confusing when they still receive notifications from muted groups.
The new feature aims to make this clearer as it allows users to see exactly what types of notifications they can still receive, even when a group is muted.
WhatsApp is currently working on these features to enhance user experience and will make them available in future updates. Till then, stay tuned with us.
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