Google Pay adds ‘Tap to Pay’ feature for UPI Payments

Google Pay recently announced the launch of ‘Tap to Pay for a Unified Payments Interface in alliance with Pine Labs. With this new feature, Google Pay users simply tap on their POS terminal on their NFC-enabled Android smartphone and verify payment using UPI PIN.
Google Pay is bringing this new Tap to Pay feature to make payment more easier and secure, meanwhile, this feature is available on all Android devices which support NFC.
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The Tap to pay for UPI has a deep effect on high-traffic stores, queuing problems are minimal and digital POS payments are pushed far beyond the cards. Google is partnering with Pine Labs on this first innovation in India.
Kush Mehra, Chief Business stated that:
“Today, we are pleased to partner with Google Pay and enable ‘tap to pay for UPI transactions on Pine Labs Android POS terminals. We believe this will further strengthen UPI acceptance in India and appeal to consumers, especially the youth population who have taken a liking for contactless and digital payments”
The tap to pay feature has so far only been available for card payments. But now, enable UPI payments too. This will speed up the payment process as you will not need to open the camera and scan the QR code.
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Google Play System January 2023 update details released, check what’s new!

A new year, a new month has begun, and the new month’s Google system update has also started rolling out for Android devices. The search engine has released the details of the Google Play System January 2023 update.
The latest update arrives with new features and fixes for Games, Google Play Store, and Developer services to provide a better and smoother experience. Through this update, the company enhances overall performance by bringing performance optimizations, bug fixes, and security improvements.
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According to the changelog, the latest update improves Play Store by adding a new feature that helps you to discover Apps & Games as well as brings optimization and improvements to Play Protect to keep your device safe.
Through the Play Games profile, January 2023 system update expands the range of users and uses case support. In addition, a new feature to support the app’s device connectivity has been released for developers.
For more information, you can check the full changelog mentioned below.
Google Play System January 2023 update Changelog
Games
- [Phone, PC] Expanding the range of users and use cases supported by the Play Games profile.
Google Play Store
- New Features to help you discover the Apps & Games you love.
- Optimizations allow faster and more reliable downloads and installation.
- Continuous improvements to Play Protect to keep your device safe.
- Various performance optimizations, bug fixes, and improvements to security, stability, and accessibility.
Developer Services
- [Phone] New developer features for Google and third-party app developers to support Device Connectivity related developer services in their apps.
How to download new Google Play System update in your Samsung Galaxy
How to download new Google Play System update in your Samsung Galaxy

Google offers many services for Android devices to meet the needs of almost all users, as well as regularly updating them with new features and improvements. When the Search Giant releases monthly system updates, system services automatically update your device with security, bug fixes, and new features.
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It is essential to download and install the latest Google Play System update on all Android devices including Samsung, OnePlus, Xiaomi, and more. If we talk about Samsung devices, these devices run Android-based One UI software. Google Play System updates make your Samsung devices more secure and reliable.
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Google Play System Update enhances the performance of Samsung devices by improving Security & Privacy, Safety and Emergency, Account management, Wallet, Games, Support, Location service, and more.
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Let’s see, how to download and install the Google Play system updates on Samsung devices.
How to download and install it?
To download and install the Google Play System update on your Samsung device, you have to follow the steps mentioned below.
- Open Settings on your Galaxy smartphone.
- Scroll down and select the Biometric and security option.
- Tap on Google Play system update.
- If there’s any update, then you can see the Download and install option. If the option is not visible, you can check with the Check for Updates option.
- Tap on Download and install option, and starts installing.
- Now, tap on Restart now option.
- It is done.
Note: If you are using a One UI 5.0-based Galaxy device then you have to visit Settings >> Security and Privacy >> Updates >>Google System Update.
Google Play System December 2022 Update
In early December, Google released the Play System December 2022 update for Android devices. The update brings several new features and improvements to enhance device security and performance.
It is worth mentioning that the new features and improvements are available when your smartphone’s Google Play service and Google Play Store have been updated on v48.22 and v33.2. Read more here…
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Download new Wear OS apps for your Samsung Galaxy Watch 4, 5 – Google Keep, Adidas Running

With the start of the new month, Google also unveiled new features for Android devices, which include the Reading mode app, Emoji mashup, YouTube’s search widget, and more. In addition to this, the company brought some new apps, streamlined entertainment options, and helpful features for WearOS smartwatches, you can also enjoy them on your Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy Watch 5.
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Now, you can download two more apps namely Google Keep and Adidas Running on your WearOS-based Galaxy watches. Both apps make your Galaxy Watch experience better by adding new options and features. You can check the download links for both apps below.
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New apps for Samsung Galaxy Watch 4/5
Google Keep:
Google Keep is an app that allows users to note any though or memos in different ways. We can say this app is similar to Samsung Notes app. But with WearOS support, you can now see all the photos, co-authors, and background colors added to your notes from your phone on your smartwatch.
- Download Google Keep app – Play Store
Adidas Running:
Adidas running apps allow you to track cardio such as running, walking, cycling, swimming, and more sports activity. To use this app tracking feature, you just have to say “Ok Google, start running with Adidas running”.
- Download Adidas Running: Sports Tracker app – Play Store
Samsung Galaxy Watch 4/5 gain new Tiles and other Google app improvements