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Samsung phones running months old Play System version, Google is not releasing update?
Our Samsung smartphones get monthly patches that enhance the security and stability of the system. At the same time, Google provides separate Play system updates every month to further optimize the system’s performance and add some tweaks. But for a few months, some Samsung phones are not getting a new Google Play system update, they’re still running the old version.
Various users of Galaxy S22, Galaxy S21, Galaxy Z Fold 4, and other smartphones are taking different platforms, like Reddit and Samsung community, to say that their phones are driving an old July 2022 Google Play system version as they have not received a new update since then.
Earlier we did not notice, but after seeing these reports, we checked our Galaxy S22 Ultra phone, and surprisingly, this phone is also running July 2022 Google Play system version. We repeatedly checked for updates after some time, but still, the new update did not show up.
It is worth mentioning that our Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is running the latest Android 13-based One UI 5.0 software. Along with this, we have also installed its latest monthly patch in it, which is December 2022. Check the screenshots below:
Moreover, going by other reports through the community and Reddit, some users are often getting the option to restart and install a fresh build on their devices. But, the Google Play system build remains in July 2022.
Our folks over at Android Police even say that this problem is not limited to flagship Galaxy phones, many users of Galaxy A52 smartphones are also reporting this issue.
It seems like the problem is taking place after installing the Android 13-based One UI 5.0 software on Galaxy devices as some devices like Galaxy S21 FE are stuck on the October 2022 Play system update, the time when Samsung rolled of Android 13 for it.
On the other hand, Pixel phones are regularly getting new Google Play system updates. For instance, our Pixel 7 Pro is running the latest November 2022 play system version.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy Fold 5 have reported issues with the Wonderland lock screen feature following the One UI 6.1.1 update. Many have encountered that their Wonderland backgrounds disappeared.
After installing the One UI 6.1.1, when users tried to apply the Wonderland background back, they received pop-ups mentioning the animations were no longer available.
Recently, a Galaxy user shared their experience on the community, noting that their chosen Wonderland background disappeared after the latest Galaxy AI update. When they tried to reapply it, they got an alert message stating that the animation had been removed.
Despite this, the user confirmed that their animation settings were still set to 1.5x. This issue is raising questions about compatibility and functionality after the update.
In response, a community moderator has acknowledged the inconvenience and assured users that the issue is being addressed. He has mentioned that the development team is actively working on a fix the issue related to the 1.5x animation setting and improvements will be included in the next app update.
However, the moderator hasn’t confirmed any exact timeline for a new update that will bring the fix. We can expect that Samsung will soon release a fix with the Wonderland app update. Users are advised to keep their apps updated and stay tuned for the latest information on fixes and updates.
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Some Samsung Galaxy A smartphone users face frustrating issues related to video playback. Users of Galaxy A15 and Galaxy A24 reported that when they try to play videos in the Gallery app, they encounter a black screen with sound but no visuals.
In addition to this, some messages frequently pop up on the screen, showing “An unknown error has occurred” or stating that the video codec is not supported. This issue is not limited to Video playback but extends to Video calls.
Users of Galaxy smartphones are not able to see the other person’s video feed. Even third-party applications are affected, with videos failing to play properly.
The Samsung community moderator has mentioned that it has been found that these video playback issues are linked to a codec error in the Samsung phone. Some videos cause these errors, while others may play normally after a restart. However, the affected videos will continue to cause issues.
Samsung is aware of the video playback issues and is working on a software update to resolve them. However, the community moderator has not confirmed any timeline yet but it is expected to be available soon.
Users are advised to keep an eye out for software update notifications and promptly install any available updates to improve their device’s functionality.
To update your Galaxy device, you just need to follow a few steps. Firstly, open Settings >> Software Update >> Download and install. Stay tuned for the software update to restore full video functionality on your Galaxy A15 or A24.
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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