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Samsung Wallet gets Digital Key feature for select BMW cars in Brazil
On May 17, Samsung officially launched the Digital Car Key feature for BMW vehicles in Brazil. Thanks to the partnership with BMW, Samsung Wallet will now allow consumers to store the key to their BMW cars digitally, ending the need of keeping physical keys.
Digital Car Key is now available in Brazil for Samsung Wallet application’s compatible Galaxy devices running the latest Android 13-based One UI 5 and select BMW models via NFC and UWB, depending on the Samsung Galaxy device and model Of car.
Availability
The Digital Vehicle Key is available now in Brazil, for Galaxy phones with Android 13 or higher from the Galaxy S20 (excluding S20 FE), Note 20, S21 (including S21 FE) lineups, S22 5G, S23 5G, Z Flip 5G, Z Flip3 5G, Z Flip4 5G, Z Fold2, Z Fold3 5G and Z Fold4 5G.
This service is available for models 320i, 330e, 420i, 530e, X1, X3, X4, X5, X6, M3, X6M, i4, iX3 and iX with year of manufacture, BMW vehicle software and hardware compatible with the resource. Check with the manufacturer for compatible models.
Samsung Wallet
The Digital Vehicle Key is part of Samsung Wallet, Samsung’s digital wallet. Samsung Wallet is designed for people to store and manage their credit, debit, and loyalty cards, digital keys, and other important information in a single secure, private, and easy-to-use environment.
Make sure to update the Digital Key and Samsung Wallet app to the latest versions. Transferring information or duplicating devices is not possible as Samsung’s security policy allows a digital key to be used on only one smartphone.
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Samsung Galaxy A16 5G promises 6 years of Android upgrades
Samsung has just announced the Galaxy A16 5G smartphone. This phone is making waves of excitement among users as it is the first budget smartphone to promise six years of Android updates and security patches.
If you buy the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G, you can expect software improvements until October 2030. For a phone priced under $200, this is a remarkable thing.
Now, not only Galaxy flagship users can enjoy the latest features and improvements as Samsung Galaxy A16 has been launched. 6 years of updates keep the Galaxy A16 phone secure and up-to-date with the latest features.
Most budget phones only get updates for one or two years, but Samsung is doing better by offering 6 years longer updates.
Talking about the specs, the Galaxy A16 5G features a large 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a sharp resolution of 2340 x 1080 FHD+, an octa-core Exynos 1330 processor with 4GB of RAM, 128GB of expandable storage, and 5,000mAh battery with 25W fast charging.
Moreover, the smartphone includes a triple-camera setup with a 50MP main camera, a 5MP ultrawide lens, and a 2MP macro camera. It also has a 13MP front camera for selfies.
If you’re thinking of buying a budget smartphone, the Galaxy A16 5G is a great choice.
Samsung launches Galaxy A16 5G with 90Hz OLED, 6X OS upgrades and more
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Report: Samsung HBM3E passes Nvidia’s on-site inspection
Samsung and Nvidia reportedly completed the on-site inspection of the 5th-generation HBM3E. This is a significant development, but mass production still appears to be pending.
Digitimes reports that Samsung’s 5th-gen HBM3E cleared Nvidia’s on-site inspection. This inspection is viewed as a significant step forward, but mass production of the HBM is still pending.
Samsung and Nvidia continue to collaborate on the development of advanced memory technologies, which are crucial for applications in AI, gaming, and data centers.
Back in August, it was reported that Samsung’s HBM3E passed Nvidian’s tests for use in AI processors. It came as a big relief for Samsung as it has been struggling to compete with SK Hynix.
Recently, it was reported that Samsung’s chip decision is facing a slow pace of recovery growth. Despite the AI surge, the company is failing to grow faster amid intense competition.
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One UI 8 must have Android 16’s Advanced Protection features
Samsung’s One UI 8 must bring Android 16’s Advanced Protection features. Google is reportedly developing new Advanced Protection features that could debut in Android 16, which we want to arrive on Galaxy phones with One UI 8 update.
One UI 7 is based on Android 15, scheduled to enter Beta this year and Public early next year. Galaxy phones will get Android 16 update with One UI 8 update – only if Samsung keeps stuck to its current version strategy.
Google is working to develop Advanced Protection integration for Android 16. The program includes new settings and a new API that’ll allow apps to change their behavior depending on whether users have Advanced Protection enabled.
Android could add Samsung’s Auto Blocker-like features. The feature restricts apps to be installed on Galaxy phones from unauthorized sources. However, you can still sideload APKs by disabling the Auto Blocker from Privacy settings.
Android 16 could allow you to enroll in Advanced Protection through Settings. Once enrolled, you will have to keep your Google Account signed in, and the OS will not allow you to install apps from sources other than Play Store and Galaxy Store.
Mishaal discovered a new patch in the AOSP Gerrit, which refers to a “new Service for Android Advanced Protection Mode.” It will allow apps to see whether Advanced Protection is enabled on-device, and to adjust their behavior accordingly.
A comment on the patch from a Google engineer clarified that the service in question “allows users to enroll into ‘advanced protection’ via Settings, and for apps to check if the user is enrolled” using a new API.
When enabled, Android 16 could require additional authentication if you try to access certain content, like protected files or banking details. Details are unknown, but we expect to see the Advanced Protection added in the Android 16 version.