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Google Wallet adds support for 42 new banks in the US
Google Wallet is the app that lets you store and use your bank cards, memberships and passes on your Android device and Wear OS smartwatch. Google has expanded the Wallet app’s compatibility with more banks in the US. In January 2024, 42 new banks signed up to support Google Wallet, making the total number of partner banks to over 3,000.
Now, more users can enjoy the convenience of paying with their cards through Google Wallet, without having to carry them around. Google Wallet also allows users to add their gym memberships, club loyalty cards, and even state-issued IDs to the app, so they can access them across devices.
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The list of new banks supporting Google Wallet in the US is given below.
- Abilene Teachers Federal Credit Union
- Austin County State Bank (TX)
- Bank of Monticello (MO)
- Bison State Bank (MO)
- Boost Your Score
- Carolina Trust Federal Credit Union
- Century Next Bank (LA)
- Citizens First Bank (WI)
- Community National Bank in Monmouth (IL)
- Cottonwood Community Federal Credit Union (ID)
- County-City Credit Union (WI)
- Diamond Valley Federal Credit Union (IN)
- First National Bank of Manchester (FNBM) (KY)
- First State Bank of LeCenter (MN)
- Forest Area Federal Credit Union (MI)
- Granite Preferred
- Highway Crossroads Credit Union (MO)
- Hope Federal Credit Union (WV)
- KS Bank, Inc (NC)
- Lake Region Bank (MN)
- Liberty Bank NA (CA)
- LincOne Federal Credit Union
- Lion’s Share Federal Credit Union (NC)
- Monroe County Teachers Federal Credit Union (FL)
- Netevia
- PAHO/WHO FCU (DC)
- Pheple Federal Credit Union
- Planters Bank, Inc
- Racine Municipal Employees Credit Union (WI)
- Rave Financial Credit Union
- River Region Credit Union (MO)
- SPC Credit Union
- Star of Texas Credit Union (TX)
- Telhio Credit Union (OH)
- Ten Credit Union
- Tongass Federal Credit Union
- Thumb Bank & Trust (MI)
- Today card
- TrailNorth Federal Credit Union
- Valley Bank of Commerce (NM)
- Washington State Bank (LA)
- West Alabama Bank & Trust (AL)
Google Wallet has a full list of supported banks and card issuers on its support page, where users can also check for any exceptions or limitations. Users who still have Google Pay installed on their devices should switch to Google Wallet before June 2024, as Google Pay will stop working after that date.
WhatsApp has released a new update for its Android app with version 2.24.19.32, which brings a new feature for Meta AI voice. Available via the Google Play Beta Program, the fresh update adds a new feature that allows users to customize the Meta AI voice.
Earlier, WhatsApp was testing customizable voices for Meta AI. The latest beta version expands this feature, offering users the choice of several different voices for Meta AI. These include three UK voices and two US voices, each varying in pitch and tone to suit different preferences.
In addition, users will be able to choose from four voices modeled after public figures, although their identities have not yet been disclosed. WhatsApp users can select a voice that matches their preferred accent or tone and is pleasant to hear.
The new customization option for WhatsApp aims to make interactions with the Meta AI chatbot more personalized and engaging. Currently, this feature is only available with version 2.24.19.32 for Android in English, but WhatsApp plans to include voices in other languages in future updates.
As this feature is still in development, it will be enhanced before its official release. WhatsApp is working to ensure that it meets user needs and expectations.
Samsung has released a new update for the Air Command app with version 7.5.27.2. This update is available is 18.11MB in size on the Galaxy Store. The update enhances the stability of the S Pen connection to improve the overall user experience.
The Air Command app is useful for users of Samsung’s Galaxy Note, Galaxy S series, and other devices that come with the S Pen. It offers several useful features that make the S Pen more effective. With Air Command, users can quickly access functions such as screen write, smart select, and live message.
This latest update stabilizes the connection between the S Pen and the device. By addressing issues related to connection stability, Samsung aims to provide a more reliable and smoother experience.
Users can download the Samsung Air Command update through Galaxy Store >> tap on Updates option >> click on Download and Install. They can also download the update through the third-party app link mentioned here.
To access the Samsung Air Command features, users simply need to pull out the S Pen or press its button. The app will automatically launch to offer a range of functions designed to enhance the user’s interaction with their Galaxy device.
September 2024 is going on and Samsung has released a new update for its Camera app with version 14.1.01.17. This update brings improvements and fixes to provide a better Galaxy experience.
The latest update makes the Camera app work better and faster. If you’ve been having issues with lag or delays, you’ll likely notice a smoother experience after this update. It also fixes some issues that users have reported in previous versions.
Moreover, the update enhances some camera functions to make the app more stable and useful. However, no new features or changes noted.
To get the enhanced features and improvements, you need to install the Samsung Camera 14.1.01.17 update on your Galaxy smartphone. To do so, you just need to visit Galaxy Store >> Menu option >> Updates. Also, you can install the update through the third-party app link mentioned here.
Notably, the Samsung Camera September 2024 update is compatible with Galaxy devices running Android 14 based One UI 6.1 or One UI 6.1.1. If your device is eligible, download the update now to enjoy enhanced functions.
With One UI 6.1.1, Samsung is bringing some camera features to Galaxy devices. This update is currently available for Galaxy Z Fold 6, Galaxy Z Flip 6, and Galaxy S24 series. The company is regularly working to make it available for more devices, including the Galaxy S23 series, Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Z Flip 5, and Galaxy Z Fold 5 models.