Google continues to enhance Android Auto with its latest update, Android Auto 14.1, which is now rolling out to beta users. This new version brings support for Android games playable directly on your car’s display.

The fresh beta update makes it possible to enjoy games like Angry Birds 2 and Beach Buggy Racing while your car is parked. This feature is similar to what’s available in cars with “Google Built-In” (Android Automotive).

With Android Auto 14.1, once you install the update, you will see Android games available on your car’s display. However, you can only play limited games while the car is in park. As soon as you shift the car out of park, the game will automatically close, which makes sure that drivers stay focused on the road.

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In tests, Angry Birds 2 and Beach Buggy Racing both appeared on the screen, but there were some issues. Angry Birds 2 had trouble connecting to the internet, while Beach Buggy Racing worked well, but still showed some controls that may not be needed.

Android Auto 14.1 beta update also changes how apps appear on your screen. Now, apps open in full-screen mode, and you can swipe from the top to reveal an “Exit” button to make it easier to leave the game or app.

Right now, only a few games are supported. These are Farm Heroes Saga, Candy Crush Soda Saga, Angry Birds 2, and Beach Buggy Racing. Google plans to add more games soon. The update is currently available to beta users, and the stable version will be released in the coming weeks.

WhatsApp has released a new update for Android users, which introduces a helpful new feature that allows users to message people directly from their status updates. The new beta update arrives with version 2.25.9.6 through the Google Play Beta Program.

Before this update, if you wanted to message someone who had viewed your status, you had to leave the status screen, search for the contact in your chat list, and open the chat. This process could take time.

The fresh beta update solves this by adding a shortcut in the viewer’s list, which lets you quickly open the chat with that person. With just a tap, you can directly go to the chat window and start messaging.

With this new feature, WhatsApp is making it even easier to interact with contacts and follow up on status updates. Currently, the send message from status feature is under testing, and only beta users can enjoy it.

However, it will be rolled out to more users in the upcoming weeks. Once it becomes available, users will be able to message contacts directly from their status update screen, which makes conversations faster and more convenient.

WhatsApp preparing to share motion photos in chats

Samsung has rolled out a new update for its SmartThings app, bringing a minor yet notable tweak to the widget interface. The update, identified by version 1.8.29.24, is now available for download on Galaxy devices via the Galaxy Store.

The fresh update primarily aims to enhance the user experience by reorganizing the layout of Routines widgets. It makes the widget interface of the Samsung SmartThings app clearer.

Previously, SmartThings users had their Routines widgets split into three separate groups, which could be a little confusing. With this new update, Samsung has combined these widgets into one unified section to make it easier for users to manage and interact with their routines.

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Moreover, the update gives users more choices for how the Routines widgets look. You can now pick from different widget sizes like 2×1, 2×2, 4×1, and 4×2. This means you can arrange the widgets in a way that works best for your home screen, whether you want them to take up more or less space.

To get the update, Galaxy users just need to go to the Galaxy Store, tap the Menu option, and then select Updates. If you already have the SmartThings app, you can easily install the latest version and start using the new features now.

Samsung Keys Cafe app receives One UI 7 support with enhanced features

Samsung has released a new update for the Reminder app for Galaxy devices running One UI 7. Identified via version 12.6.00.42, the update is now available to download from the Galaxy Store with a package size of around 40 MB.

The fresh update brings bug fixes and improvements to make the app better. It fixes problems that users experienced in the previous version of the app. If you had issues with the app not working properly or showing errors, this update should help fix those issues and make it more reliable.

Moreover, the update also improves some features of the Reminder app. These changes make the app easier and more enjoyable to use. Whether you use the app to set reminders, manage your tasks, or get notifications, the updated version should work better and feel smoother.

If you have a Galaxy device running One UI 7, you can get the update by going to the Galaxy Store. Open the store, tap on the Menu option, and select Updates. There, you will see the available update for the Reminder app, and you can easily download and install it.

If you use the Reminder app to keep track of your tasks, make sure to update it to version 12.6.00.42 for a better experience on your One UI 7 Samsung device.

Unlock handy new tools of Samsung Reminder with latest update

Samsung has pushed a new update for its Photo Editor app with version 3.6.22.22 for devices running One UI 7. This update brings important improvements to make the app smoother and more reliable for users.

The update fixes several issues that users faced in the previous version. These bugs affected the app’s performance, causing problems during photo editing. With the new update, Samsung has worked to solve these issues to make the app more stable and easier to use.

Along with fixing bugs, this update also improves the app’s overall performance. The functional enhancements help the app run more smoothly, which gives users a better editing experience. The app now works faster and is more responsive with this new version.

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Samsung continues to improve its apps with regular updates to provide a better experience for its users. If you’re using a Galaxy phone running One UI 7, make sure to update the Photo Editor app to version 3.6.22.22.

The update is available for download from the Galaxy Store. For installation, you just need to open the Galaxy Store >> Menu option Updates.

Also, you can get it from the third-party app link mentioned here. With enhancements, Samsung users can expect a smoother, more enjoyable photo editing experience.

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