Issues
Some Samsung Galaxy S23 users facing Android Auto connection issue
Samsung launched the Galaxy S23 series phones with plenty of advanced features, the latest internals, and the most up-to-date software. But some users of Samsung Galaxy S23 phones are encountering the Android Auto connection issue.
The Korean company introduced the S23 phones on February 1 and announced to start of their first sale on February 17. Meanwhile, some famous tipsters and tech bloggers have already had their hands on the phones.
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These early buyers have reviewed the smartphones and shared their best and worst features as well as the problems that they are facing on the devices. Notably, many users have reported the same Android Auto issue on their Samsung Galaxy S23, S23+, or S23 Ultra.
First spotted by 9To5Google, the Galaxy S23 series phones and their Android Auto function are not working well together. The users are facing connection problems while trying to sync with cars wirelessly.
As per the report, when customers are syncing their phones with cars through the Android Auto feature, Bluetooth pairing automatically fails after the vehicle is disabled and missing permissions that prevent the phone from connecting properly.
Despite the users’ report, 9To5Google has mentioned that they have also run into the same problems with Android Auto on the Galaxy S23 Ultra. They said that the phone is actually not connecting to their AAWireless adapter.
Moreover, the users have further reported that the issue continues to appear even after trying different troubleshooting methods, such as USB debugging mode, changing the default USB configuration to transferring files/android auto mode, and swapping out different USB-C cables.
The exact reason behind this problem is currently unclear. We even don’t know if this is a bug of Samsung Mobile or Google’s Android Auto app. However, it is expected that either of the companies will resolve this issue on the S23 devices with the upcoming phone/app updates.
Several Android users have recently reported that Google Maps keeps crashing. The issue affects Android users using both stable and beta versions of the app, specifically with versions 11.144.x and 11.145.x.
Users on various Android devices including Pixel and Samsung Galaxy phones have noted that Google Maps opens normally but then closes suddenly after a few seconds. This makes the app unusable for checking maps or getting directions.
Notably, the issue seems to be more common for those on the Android 15 Beta, though people with the stable version are also facing the same.
If you’re experiencing this issue, you can try a temporary solution to fix it. You can uninstall recent updates of Google Maps, just need to go to the App info page, and tap on the Uninstall updates option and this may help to fix.
Since Google Maps is often preinstalled on devices, you can’t completely uninstall it. Older versions of the app don’t seem to have this problem, so rolling back to a previous version could be a solution for now.
As of now, Google hasn’t acknowledged the issue or commented on releasing a fix. Not everyone is having this issue, so if your Google Maps is still working, that’s good. If you facing the Google Maps issue, you need to pause updates until this issue is resolved. Stay tuned for updates from Google for a permanent solution.
If you’re experiencing issues with the Recent Apps button on your Samsung device, you’re not alone. Samsung has already acknowledged the issue and shared a solution to resolve it.
Recently, some users have reported that the Recent Apps button stops working intermittently on their Samsung devices. This causes inconvenience amount users to check and open recent apps.
Fortunately, there are some easy steps you can take to fix this problem. You can temporarily resolve this issue by force-stopping the ‘One UI Home’ app. This can help reset the app and potentially fix the problem.
For that, you just need to follow the below-given steps:
- Go to the Settings on your device.
- Tap on ‘Apps’ to see a list of installed apps.
- Find and select the ‘One UI Home’ app.
- Tap the ‘Force Stop’ button at the bottom of the screen and confirm the action.
Notably, force-stopping the app may temporarily resolve the issue, but it is not a permanent solution. So, for a long-term resolution, ensure that your Galaxy device is running the latest software. However, Samsung is working on updates to address this issue, so keeping your device updated can help resolve the problem.
To check and install the update, you just need to open Settings >> Software Update >> Download and install.
Samsung is aware of the issue related to the sound quality of the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro when using the “Concert Hall” feature in the Sound Assistant app. Some people have noticed that the sound becomes muffled and distorted, especially with music that has a lot of bass. This problem only occurs when the “Concert Hall” mode is turned off.
Users of the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro reported that the issue is related to the software of the Buds, not a hardware problem. However, users of other devices, like the 2nd generation AirPods, don’t seem to have the same issue, which shows the issue is specific to how the Sound Assistant app works with the Buds Pro 3.
According to the community moderator, Samsung will resolve the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro sound quality issue with a new software update. It means a quick fix through an app update isn’t possible.
In the meantime, Samsung recommends turning off the “Concert Hall” feature to improve sound quality. The company is working to fix the issue soon.
The Korean tech giant plans to include a solution in the next software update for the Galaxy Buds Pro 3. The team is making sure the “Concert Hall” feature works better after future updates.
