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Google surprises everyone with Play Store app’s blue makeover
Google Play Store app on Android devices gets a new look by changing its accent color. Google has ditched the green and Dynamic color, which changed with the wallpaper, and is now using blue everywhere in the Play Store.
Previously, the Play Store used a combination of green and Dynamic Colors, which adapted to the wallpaper of the device. However, this was inconsistent across different sections of the app, such as listings, search, and updates.
As per the information (9to5Google), the Google Play Store has replaced both green and Dynamic Color with blue as the accent color throughout the app. This is likely a temporary measure before Google implements full Dynamic Color support across the app, which would create a more personalized and cohesive experience.
Notably, this change has been rolled out to all Android users via a server-side update. It is not dependent on the device settings or preferences.
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Aside from this, Google has also completed the rollout of “Sync apps to devices”. It lets us see and manage our apps on our phone, tablet, and Chromebook. This new change makes the Play Store app more convenient and useful.
Samsung has released a major update for its Galaxy Enhance-X app with version 2.1.25. This update introduces several new features to enhance the photography experience for users.
The fresh update adds the Motion Clipper feature, which allows users to easily create GIFs from their motion photos. This feature makes fun to capture and share lively moments. Notably, this feature is only available on certain models.
In addition, the update enhances the camera shift function. Now, users can apply camera shift effects to pictures of people and pets. This means users can choose specific subjects to edit to improve the look of portraits and family photos.
Aside from this new feature, the update enhances the app’s compatibility with tab models. Now, Galaxy Tab models can use Enhance-X in landscape mode. This is mainly helpful for users who like to edit their photos on tablets.
Furthermore, the update brings support for basic DEX models. It allows users to integrate Enhance-X into their work across different devices. This makes the app more useful for a wider range of Samsung users.
Overall, the Samsung Galaxy Enhance-X version 2.1.25 update introduces features that help users explore their creativity and improve their photography. With these new features, Samsung aims to make mobile photography more enjoyable and accessible for everyone.
You can download the update through Galaxy Store >> Menu option >> Updates. If the update is available, you can install the update to enjoy new features.
WhatsApp has released a fresh update for beta users on Android with version 2.24.21.26. This update introduces a new feature that gives users more control over how their contacts are synced across different devices on WhatsApp.
The latest update allows users to add, edit, or delete contacts from any device linked to their WhatsApp account, such as tablets or computers. It means that any changes made on one device will automatically sync to all other connected devices. It helps contact list up-to-date no matter where you are.
For those who want to keep personal and work contacts separate, there’s an option to disable syncing for specific accounts. This lets users prevent certain contacts from showing up in their WhatsApp to maintain privacy.
Moreover, WhatsApp also adds extra security by using cryptographic hashes to protect the phone numbers of contacts who aren’t on the app. This ensures that user data remains safe while still allowing WhatsApp to monitor for any unusual activity related to contact uploads.
Users can still chat with their existing contacts as the app remains fully functional, even with contact syncing turned off. If someone switches to a new phone or reinstalls WhatsApp, their linked contacts will automatically be restored easily.
WhatsApp contact syncing feature was already available to iOS users, and now Android beta testers can enjoy the same benefit. As the update rolls out, more users will have the chance to try this privacy feature.
WhatsApp is bringing a new feature to improve notification management, especially for group chats through a new beta update. The fresh version of WhatsApp is available with version 2.24.21.22 in the Google Play Beta Program.
The new beta update of WhatsApp adds a new notification activity feature for group chats. It will let users choose how they want to receive notifications. There are two choices – All and Relevant to me.
- All: Users can get notifications for every message in the group.
- Relevant to Me: They will receive only important ones like mentions and replies.
In this way, users can easily manage large groups as the features help to reduce unnecessary messages. This change is particularly helpful for those in large groups.
Additionally, the new notification activity screen will help explain how muting group chats works. Currently, some users find it confusing when they still receive notifications from muted groups.
The new feature aims to make this clearer as it allows users to see exactly what types of notifications they can still receive, even when a group is muted.
WhatsApp is currently working on these features to enhance user experience and will make them available in future updates. Till then, stay tuned with us.
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