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Wear OS 3.5 March 2023 update brings various new features, expect some for Samsung Watch
Google announced a big firmware update on the Wear OS 3.5 platform as part of its March 2023 Feature Drop. The Pixel Watch is getting benefited directly, and we hope, Samsung will also bring crucial bells and whistles to the Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 5 series running Wear OS 3.5.
According to Google, the Pixel Watch’s March 2023 software update includes numerous bug fixes and improvements for users. However, the changelog lists various a handful of new features, and improvements for a better user experience on Wear OS 3.5 devices.
The March update brings new Watch Faces to the Wear OS 3.5. On the Pixel Watch, the new Digital Clock is available with a button press when the smartwatch is powered down. The time will now appear upon crown push, along with the red low battery indicator.
In addition to Pixel Watch-specific content, the March 2023 update changelog mentions crucial improvements for Wear OS 3.5. That said, Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 5 users may also get crucial improvements and optimization, thanks to the Wear OS 3.5 platform.
Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 4 and 5 lineups run Wear OS 3.5-based One UI Watch 4.5 operating system. The company rolls out Galaxy-exclusive firmware updates and features to consumers, and we expect a big yet feature-rich update in the coming weeks.
Wear OS 3.5 March update changelog
- Watch Faces
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- Digital Clock is now available with button press when the device is powered down. The time will now appear upon crown push, alongside the red low battery indicator.
- Display
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- In addition to tap, tilt, button press to wake the watch, you can now rotate the Crown to wake.
- Touch
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- Optimizations have been added to improve sensitivity of touch screen behavior.
- Settings
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- Battery saver enable/disable single tap support in QSS has been fully enabled in this release.
- Alarms
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- In the coming weeks, a fix will be rolled out via PlayStore to update the Clock app that addresses some alarms which have been having a delayed or false start.
- Ensure Auto-update apps is selected in Play Store > Settings on your watch and you will get this update once it’s available when your watch is on charger and connected to Wi-Fi.
As highlighted in the Google Pixel March Feature Drop post, these features are now also available with this software update:
- Settings
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- Mono-audio which limits the disorientation of split-audio
- New color-correction and greyscale modes that better optimize the display for a wider range of vision preferences.
- Fall Detection
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- Your Pixel Watch now has fall detection which can detect if you’ve taken a hard fall and connect you to emergency services. Once connected to emergency services, your Pixel Watch will play an automated message to request help to wherever you are.
- Device Applicability
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- Updates are available for all supported Pixel Watch devices.
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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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