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Samsung expands SmartThings Hub capabilities to more Galaxy products during 2022
Samsung SmartThings is an official Samsung application, allowing users to control and monitor their home environment through a smartphone. Today, at CES 2022, the service has announced that it is expanding SmartThings Hub capabilities to more Samsung devices.
The list includes select 2022 Samsung Smart TVs, Smart Monitors, and Family Hub refrigerators. This inclusion of SmartThings Hub software permits seamless connectivity and control, thereby, igniting Samsung products into the command center of the modern home.
With Samsung SmartThings, users can easily convert their home into a smart home by providing new entry points for connected living across millions of homes. Consumers are more pleasing to adopt connected experiences in their homes that lead to explosive growth and large-scale industry adoption.
As reported by the 2021 Connectivity and Mobile Trends Survey issued by Deloitte, U.S. Families have an average of 25 connected devices. Also, the buyers are highly prioritizing ease of use, interoperability, and cost savings when making a purchase decision.
Mark Benson, Head of Product and Engineering at Samsung SmartThings said –
“Historically, consumers relied on dedicated hubs to connect each of their devices. By integrating SmartThings Hub technology into select Samsung products, we are eliminating a barrier to entry and streamlining the entire process to enable consumers to create the connected home of their dreams.”
As many devices are already compatible with the rich ecosystem of SmartThings’, along with future support for the groundbreaking smart home interoperability standard, SmartThings is on the cusp of creating a unified connected home experience.
Moreover, the integration of SmartThings Hub empowers users to get the most out of their Samsung devices by taking advantage of various smart home communication protocols. Along with Matter, the built-in software will support connection over Wi-Fi or Ethernet to enable communication among a wide range of smart devices. In addition, the connectivity for Zigbee devices is also possible through USB accessories.
Jaeyeon Jung, Vice President at Samsung Electronics and Head of SmartThings said –
“SmartThings’ mission has always been to create experiences that can make people’s lives better. To bring this mission to life, we have doubled down on enhancing SmartThings technology and this is the next step in Samsung’s vision to make all homes connected.” “With the breadth of the Samsung portfolio and the open, versatile and flexible platform offered by SmartThings, we are uniquely positioned to deliver on the increasing demand for connected home devices that has been building since the start of the pandemic.”
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WhatsApp has released a new update for its Android app with version 2.24.19.32, which brings a new feature for Meta AI voice. Available via the Google Play Beta Program, the fresh update adds a new feature that allows users to customize the Meta AI voice.
Earlier, WhatsApp was testing customizable voices for Meta AI. The latest beta version expands this feature, offering users the choice of several different voices for Meta AI. These include three UK voices and two US voices, each varying in pitch and tone to suit different preferences.
In addition, users will be able to choose from four voices modeled after public figures, although their identities have not yet been disclosed. WhatsApp users can select a voice that matches their preferred accent or tone and is pleasant to hear.
The new customization option for WhatsApp aims to make interactions with the Meta AI chatbot more personalized and engaging. Currently, this feature is only available with version 2.24.19.32 for Android in English, but WhatsApp plans to include voices in other languages in future updates.
As this feature is still in development, it will be enhanced before its official release. WhatsApp is working to ensure that it meets user needs and expectations.
Samsung has released a new update for the Air Command app with version 7.5.27.2. This update is available is 18.11MB in size on the Galaxy Store. The update enhances the stability of the S Pen connection to improve the overall user experience.
The Air Command app is useful for users of Samsung’s Galaxy Note, Galaxy S series, and other devices that come with the S Pen. It offers several useful features that make the S Pen more effective. With Air Command, users can quickly access functions such as screen write, smart select, and live message.
This latest update stabilizes the connection between the S Pen and the device. By addressing issues related to connection stability, Samsung aims to provide a more reliable and smoother experience.
Users can download the Samsung Air Command update through Galaxy Store >> tap on Updates option >> click on Download and Install. They can also download the update through the third-party app link mentioned here.
To access the Samsung Air Command features, users simply need to pull out the S Pen or press its button. The app will automatically launch to offer a range of functions designed to enhance the user’s interaction with their Galaxy device.
September 2024 is going on and Samsung has released a new update for its Camera app with version 14.1.01.17. This update brings improvements and fixes to provide a better Galaxy experience.
The latest update makes the Camera app work better and faster. If you’ve been having issues with lag or delays, you’ll likely notice a smoother experience after this update. It also fixes some issues that users have reported in previous versions.
Moreover, the update enhances some camera functions to make the app more stable and useful. However, no new features or changes noted.
To get the enhanced features and improvements, you need to install the Samsung Camera 14.1.01.17 update on your Galaxy smartphone. To do so, you just need to visit Galaxy Store >> Menu option >> Updates. Also, you can install the update through the third-party app link mentioned here.
Notably, the Samsung Camera September 2024 update is compatible with Galaxy devices running Android 14 based One UI 6.1 or One UI 6.1.1. If your device is eligible, download the update now to enjoy enhanced functions.
With One UI 6.1.1, Samsung is bringing some camera features to Galaxy devices. This update is currently available for Galaxy Z Fold 6, Galaxy Z Flip 6, and Galaxy S24 series. The company is regularly working to make it available for more devices, including the Galaxy S23 series, Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Z Flip 5, and Galaxy Z Fold 5 models.