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How to enable Do Not Disturb (DND) Mode?

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Most of the Android phone users are unaware that how many incredible features and awesome hacks this operating system has. If you are also one of them, then in this article we are going to tell you about a feature of Android.

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In the same way, every Android phone features a function called Do Not Disturb Mode. One of the least recognized and utilized functions in the entire operating system is the Do Not Disturb mode. Few people may not be aware of it, even if some may be aware of it and may use it on their phones. Today, we’ll explain how to switch on your phone’s Do Not Disturb mode.

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Before we proceed with the instructions, let’s first grasp what Do Not Disturb Mode is and how enabling it might benefit you.

To put it another way, it lets you switch on your phone’s quiet mode while still allowing certain “noises” to get through. This may include notifications from specific apps, phone calls, texts, or WhatsApp messages from specific individuals, as well as important alerts like alarms.

To enable this mode on your phone just go to Settings > Sound > Do Not Disturb and then select the options you want to use to set up Do Not Disturb.

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You can also on Do Not Disturb Mode directly from the Quick settings menu that we have, it will be rapidly turned on and off with it. If you don’t know what is quick setting then see the 3rd screenshot that we have put.

Use these most underrated and underused features of the Android Operating System and put your phone on quiet mode when you are busy.

Chanakya Shrutam is the lead writer and Editor-in-chief at Sammyfans.com. He is experienced in the field of App development for Android, Machine learning, and graphics designing. Most of the time he writes news articles and stays in front of his computer but he also takes some time off to practice calligraphy with new fountain pens.

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November 2024 Android 15 security update starts rolling out

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November 2024 Android 15 update

We are in November 2024, Google has started rolling out the first monthly software update based on Android 15. It brings some important fixes and improvements to Pixel devices. It is available for Pixel 6, 6 Pro, 6a, 7, 7 Pro, 7A, 8, 8 Pro, 8a, 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, 9 Pro Fold, Pixel Tablet, and Pixel Fold.

The November 2024 Android 15 software update arrives with enhancements for Bluetooth, the camera, display graphics, and user interface performance to provide a better experience.

Moreover, this update includes the latest November 2024 security patch, which provides users with important protections for their devices. Devices from the Pixel 6 through Pixel 8a will receive software version AP3A.241105.007, while the Pixel 9 series will get version AP3A.241105.008.

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The update is rolling out gradually, so it may take some hours to days to reach all models. Users of Pixel devices can check manually by visiting Settings >> System >> Software updates.

WHAT’S NEW

You can check the full changelog below:

The November  2024 update includes bug fixes and improvements for Pixel users – see below for details

Bluetooth

  • Fix for issue with Bluetooth range under certain conditions*[3]

Camera

  • Fix for issue observing camera tilt when zooming between cameras under certain conditions [Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold]

Display & Graphics

  • Fix for issue causing white dots to flash under certain conditions [Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold]
  • Fix for issue with screen brightness flickering under certain conditions[Pixel 8a]

Sensors

  • Fix for issue occasionally preventing Adaptive brightness from activating in certain conditions[Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold]

Touch

  • Fix for issue in pressing the keyboard dismiss button in certain conditions [Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold]

User Interface

  • General improvements for performance and stability in certain UI transitions and animations [Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 8a,  Pixel Fold, Pixel Tablet, Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold]

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Android 16 ‘Baklava’ might drop sooner than expected – June 2025 release?

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Android 16 June 2025 rollout

Google has recently announced that Android 16, codenamed Baklava, will be released earlier than usual. Instead of the usual Q3 release, it will now come in Q2 2025. The exact date for the Android 16 rollout was unclear at first, but it now appears to be set for June 2025.

According to the information (via Android Authority), Google will start the Android 16 rollout on 3 June 2025. This marks a big change in the Android update schedule, as Android updates typically arrive between August and October.

Google’s Android 16 update will be available on the same day for both the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) and Pixel devices. This is a shift from previous releases, which saw AOSP updates arrive first, followed by the Pixel update a few weeks later.

By reportedly launching on June 3, Android 16 will be available ahead of several phone releases. It shows that new devices coming out in July, August, and September will ship with the fresh version of Android.

Android 16 June 2024 rollout

This earlier launch is part of Google’s strategy to get Android 16 on devices sooner, mainly with new AI features. By rolling out a major update in June, Google aims to push out smaller updates later in the year to help fix bugs and add improvements.

While details about new features are still emerging, Android 16 will focus on improving AI capabilities. Several leaks and rumors show that this major update will introduce Dynamic Island-like rich notifications, Advanced Protection features, Quick Settings tile categories, separate Quick and Notification panels, and more.

With Android 16, Google plans to make several changes, including a shift in its rollout timeline and a break from its usual naming pattern. Android 16 will reportedly be called Baklava, which differs from the usual alphabetical naming tradition. The current Android 15 is named Vanilla Ice Cream.

As Android 16 is set for an earlier release than usual, it will be interesting to see how the change impacts the performance of new devices next year. Notably, Google hasn’t officially confirmed this rollout date yet, so we should take it with a pinch of salt until an official announcement.

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Google November 2024 Play System Update Arrived: What’s New

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Google has released the November 2024 Play System Update for Android devices including phones, Wear OS, Android TV, Google Auto, and PCs. This update makes your device faster, safer, and more reliable.

This update brings changes to the Play Store so that users will now see more relevant content when they install or update apps. This means the Play Store will better recommend apps based on your interests and usage.

In addition to the Google Play Store, the November 2024 Play System update also improves your device’s overall performance. It includes updates to system management services that help with things like device connectivity, network usage, security, and stability.

Google November 2024 Play System update

There are also bug fixes for system management and diagnostics which help keep your phone running smoothly and improve the process of downloading future updates.

In addition to the Play Store and Play System updates, other Google apps are also getting improvements. Apps like Android System Intelligence, Android WebView, and Device Health Services have been updated to provide better performance.

What’s New 

Google Play Store v43.5 (2024-11-04)

  • [Phone] You’ll find more relevant content when you install and update apps on Google Play.

Google Play system update (2024-11-04)

  • [Phone] Updates to system management services that improve device connectivity, network usage, security, stability and updatability.
  • [Phone] Bug fixes for System Management and Diagnostics-related services.

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