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Google Play System February 2022 update brings new features, bug fixes
Back in January, Google released a monthly update to the Play System that brought several bug fixes to device connectivity, security, system management, and media-related services to improve the overall experience.
As the shortest month of the year has started, Google has also published a new support page to provide details about February 2022 changes in the Google Play System update.
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According to the official changelog, the latest update brings new developers features for Google and third-party app developers to support ads, accessibility, analytics, diagnostics, and AI related processes in their apps.
In addition, the Google Play System February 2022 update comes with Play as you download feature improvement, download & installation optimizations, Google Play Billing enhancement, new features for Play Pass & Play Points programs and more.
The support page mentions updated system management services that improve device connectivity, network usage, stability, security, and update capability.
To be mentioned, the changes will be available via Google Play Store V29.2 on February 08 and Google Play services v22.06.2 on February 10, 2022. For more information, you can check the full changelog mentioned below.
WHAT’S NEW
Critical Fixes
- [Phone] Bug fixes for device connectivity, developer services, safety & emergency, system management & diagnostics, and utilities related services.
Google Play Store
- Improvements to the Play-as-you-download feature to let gamers start playing mobile games while the app download continues to reduce waiting times.
- New Features to help you discover the Apps & Games you love.
- Optimizations allowing faster and more reliable download and installation.
- New features to the Play Pass and Play Points programs.
- Enhancements to Google Play Billing.
- Continuous improvements to Play Protect to keep your device safe.
- Various performance optimizations, bug fixes, and improvements to security, stability and accessibility.
System Management
- Updates to system management services that improve device connectivity, network usage, stability, security and updatability.
Developer Services
- New developer features for Google and third party app developers to support ads, accessibility, analytics & diagnostics and machine learning & AI related processes in their apps.
Samsung has confirmed that it will fix an issue with the Home Up Finder feature through a new software update. Some Galaxy users have been facing an issue where the Finder’s layout does not appear correctly on their screens.
According to the information, the Finder sometimes overlaps with the battery, network, sound, and clock icons at the top of the screen. This overlap can hide the search field or make it difficult to use.
Users have reported that this issue makes it hard to search for apps or use the Finder effectively. Samsung has recognized this issue and is working on a solution. The community moderator has announced that the company will release a software update to fix the layout of the Finder feature of the Home Up.
Moreover, Samsung has also apologized for the inconvenience the Home Up Finder issue may have caused and ensures users that the company will fix it. Users should keep their devices updated by checking for new software updates regularly.
Previously, the company added the long-awaited ‘Access Finder’ feature that makes it easier for users to find and open apps quickly. In addition, users now have a new ‘App Icon Setting’ for the customization of app icons.
Several Galaxy users are facing the issue after using the Finder feature of the Home Up Good Lock module. Fortunately, the company has confirmed to solve it with the upcoming software update.
However, Samsung has not provided a specific timeline for when this issue will be resolved. Users will need to wait for future software updates and official announcements from Samsung regarding the Finder bug.
WhatsApp is planning to bring a new feature to reshare status updates easily, just like Instagram. The latest beta update of WhatsApp for Android arrives with version 2.24.16.4, which simplifies the way how users share status updates where they’ve been mentioned.
The fresh beta update reveals that WhatsApp is working on a new feature for direct resharing. This feature removes the need for users to take screenshots or ask for the post to be sent privately as it makes it much simpler to share interesting updates on their status.
You can find the reshare button at the bottom of the screen on the WhatsApp status interface. This option appears specifically on status updates where someone has mentioned you. In other cases, you will see the option to reply to the status instead.
By adding a new reshare button to the mentioned post, WhatsApp aims to enhance user convenience and connectivity. However, you can still manage your status privacy settings.
Previously, WhatsApp introduced the option to mention specific contacts in status updates to allow direct notifications to be sent to them. Now, WhatsApp is working on allowing users to reshare the mentioned status updates directly.
Notably, the new features are currently under development and the company will soon make it available for users. This feature is much like what users are already familiar with on platforms like Instagram. Stay tuned with us to know more information.
WhatsApp introduces background gradient filter for status updates
Samsung has rolled out a new update for its Theme Park Good Lock module, bringing several enhancements and fixes to enhance your device customization experience. The new update is available on the Galaxy Store with version 1.1.0.18.
Users of eligible Galaxy devices can now modify wallpapers without needing to initialize the entire theme. This change allows for quicker and more convenient customization.
In addition, the update includes fixes for errors related to keyboard keycaps. This ensures a smoother typing experience without errors that may have been present before. Previously, a feature of the Theme Park Good Lock module that allowed image customization of folders and keycaps was no longer supported. But now, users can enjoy the enhanced keycap functions.
After installing this update, users will no longer encounter blank pages when browsing for wallpapers. This update ensures all wallpaper options are displayed correctly by improving the selection process.
Furthermore, the update also brings general improvements to enhance the stability and performance of the Samsung Theme Park app. It fixes various issues to ensure the app runs smoothly and reliably.
To enjoy enhanced features, users can update Samsung Theme Park through the Galaxy Store >> Menu Option >> Updates or by checking for updates in the Good Lock app. Keeping the module up to date ensures access to the latest features and fixes.
Previously, Samsung brought Android 14-based One UI 6.1.1 support to the Theme Park app along with new and enhanced features. Now, the fresh update makes customization easier and more reliable for Samsung device users.
One UI 6.1.1 support now available for Samsung Theme Park app