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Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 will soon get revamped Play Store and offline Google Maps support
During the Galaxy Unpacked event when Samsung launched Galaxy Watch 5 series, Google also announced that it’s bringing new features like revamped Play Store and better Google Maps support to the Wear OS devices.
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The new Galaxy Watch 5 series runs Wear OS 3.5-based One UI Watch 4.5 out of the box, which introduces a lot of advanced technologies including a body temperature measurement feature. Meanwhile, the addition of improvements to the Play Store and Google Maps will surely enhance the users’ experience.
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Going by the information, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 series will get revamped Play Store to better match the smartphone’s version, later this year. It will provide new collections of apps, display trending apps, as well as will show personalized recommendations to the users.
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On the other hand, Wear OS users will also get offline Google Maps support which will navigate you even when there’s no internet. Currently, the Maps app on your Galaxy watch requires you to be connected to a smartphone for navigation but after the upgrade that will release later this year, you won’t need your phone to use this functionality.
Aside from these, Samsung further said the Galaxy Watch 4 led 3x the market compared to many active Wear OS watches. Then it brought Google to talk about the upcoming changes to Wear OS that includes SoundCloud and Deezer support, which is also coming later this year.
Samsung said:
“And coming soon, find your way using Google Maps from your wrist without a smartphone connection. Music and audio lovers will appreciate updates that include new apps like SoundCloud and Deezer.”
Google briefly showed off the new UI during Unpacked, check here.
Galaxy Watch 5 pre-order:
Samsung started the Galaxy Watch 5 series pre-orders at the time of launch on August 10. The Watch 5 comes for $279.99 for the Bluetooth version and $329.99 for the LTE version, whereas, the Watch 5 Pro is priced at $449 for the Bluetooth version and $499 for the LTE version.
You’ll be able to pre-book your watch till August 25 and from August 26, these will officially go on sale.
October 2024 is going on and Samsung has pushed a new software update for its Galaxy Buds 3 and Galaxy Buds 3 Pro. This update makes the earbuds even better by improving stability and sound quality.
The fresh update enhances Bluetooth connection stability by addressing common issues that users may have encountered. In addition, the update also brings improvements in sound quality to provide a more immersive audio experience.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 and Galaxy Buds 3 Pro users are getting the October 2024 security update with firmware versions R530XXU0AXJ1 and R630XXU0AXJ respectively. It is available with an installation package size of 7.15MB.
To install the new software, users can easily access the Galaxy Wearable app on their smartphones. Simply navigate to Earbuds Settings, select Earbuds Software Update, and then choose the option to download and install the update.
Users of the Galaxy Buds 3 series are encouraged to take advantage of this update to enjoy enhanced functions. The update will help ensure that you have the best possible experience with your Galaxy Buds.
Back in July 2024, Samsung launched Galaxy Buds 3 and Galaxy Buds 3 Pro with amazing design and impressive capabilities. Now, users can take advantage of new features by connecting their Galaxy smartphones that run on the latest software, One UI 6.1.1.
Samsung Galaxy S24’s One UI 6.1.1 brings ultra high-definition audio feature to Buds 3 Pro
Your Samsung Galaxy Watch could soon get standalone RCS support. Google is preparing to roll out standalone RCS to Wear OS smartwatches with a future Messages app update. Galaxy Watch users will also benefit alongside Pixel Watch users.
EU forced Apple to adopt the RCS messaging standard in its iOS. The decision brought rich communication standard features into the limelight. Now, Google is working to enhance RCS usability on its Wear OS platform.
AndroidAuthority discovered some flags within Google Messages v20240926, suggesting standalone RCS arrival on Wear OS. The addition of new flags suggests that the company is preparing to roll out independent RCS support.
At present Wear OS doesn’t support native RCS messaging on watches. You need to keep your watch paired to the smartphone to send and receive messages. An updated Google Messages version would address the support concern.
Google Messages on Wear OS indeed has a relatively smaller user base than Android. Since smartwatches have small screens, users refrain from typing longer text while replying, still, it’s a welcome move slated to end lack of support.
The move is to make Google Messages function the same as WhatsApp. The latter is available as a native application on Wear OS, whereas Google Messages on Wear OS essentially mirrors the Google Messages app on your phone.
If you’re using a Samsung Galaxy Watch 6, you may have noted a regular Watch Manager stop messages after deleting the Galaxy Wearable app. This issue can occur when the Galaxy Wearable app is removed while using the Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Buds simultaneously.
According to the community moderator, it is important to delete the Manager app along with the Galaxy Wearable app. This dual deletion helps prevent unnecessary pop-up notifications and ensures smoother functionality between your devices.
When you uninstall the Galaxy Wearable app, it’s necessary to also delete the Galaxy Watch 6 Manager app. To uninstall the Galaxy Watch 6 Manager, follow these simple steps:
- Open Settings on the smartphone connected to your Galaxy Watch 6.
- Now, click on the Apps option.
- Search for the ‘Galaxy Watch6 Manager‘ app in the list.
- Tap on the app, select Delete, and confirm by pressing OK.
After acknowledgment of message pop-ups, Samsung is also planning to release a new update for the Galaxy Watch Manager 6 app to fix this issue. Here’s how to update the Galaxy Watch 6 Manager app:
- Open the Galaxy Store on your device.
- Select the Updates option from the Menu.
- Check the Galaxy Watch6 Manager app and proceed with the update.
By following these steps, you can ensure your Galaxy Watch 6 works well and is seamlessly connected with your other devices.
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