Recently, Samsung and Apple brought revamped designs to their camera apps with new software. Now, Google is getting ready to give the Pixel Camera app a fresh new look to match the new Material 3 Expressive design. We now have an early look at some of the changes coming with the Pixel Camera app, thanks to the Android Authority.

A recent Pixel Camera app teardown shows that the settings menu is being redesigned. This redesign is based on Google’s new Material 3 Expressive design style. It isn’t available to everyone yet, but it was found in version 9.9.106.767010485.16 of the Pixel Camera app.

The updated settings menu looks much cleaner and easier to use. Each group of settings is placed in soft white boxes with rounded corners. Thin lines help separate each section to make it easier to find what you need.

In addition, the toggle switches now show a checkmark when something is turned on, or an “x” when it’s off. This makes it quicker to see what’s active without guessing.

Along with the new look, Google has also removed the “Social Share” shortcut from the camera app. It’s not clear if this is a permanent change or just a test, but it shows that Google is making small changes to how the app works as well.

Through this, Google aims to make all its apps look and feel the same. Even though Android 16 has just launched, Google has already started updating apps like Gmail, Google Meet, the Phone app, and now Pixel Camera to match the new design style.

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Samsung has rolled out a major update to its SmartThings app with version 1.8.33.25, and it’s one of the biggest updates we’ve seen in a while. If you use SmartThings to control your smart home devices, this update is worth checking out.

This SmartThings update brings new features, easier controls, and even a surprise addition that wasn’t mentioned in the official update notes. Thanks to tipster @Theordysm for spotting new changes and features. You can check them below.

What’s New in the Samsung SmartThings 1.8.33.25

The new update introduces several helpful features to make smart home management easier and more personal.

Home Life 

A new section, Home Life, has been added to SmartThings. It starts with a short survey that asks about your home setup, like how many people live with you, whether you have pets or children, and what your hobbies are.

Based on your answers, SmartThings will show Insight Messages that suggest useful features or tips to improve your smart home experience. It can be easily accessed through the Home page or in the Home Life menu within the menu tab.

Share SmartTag Location through Link

If you use a Galaxy SmartTag, you can now share its location with someone using a temporary link. The link can stay active for 12 hours, 24 hours, or one week. It is worth noting that the recipient must sign in with a Samsung account.

Advanced Routines

Routines are now more flexible on SmartThins. You can add time delays between actions in a routine, and you can also set a confirmation alert before a routine starts. This makes routines feel more customized and in your control.

Easier Navigation of SmartThings from Map View

The Map View has become more user-friendly with the SmartThings update. You can now choose to open the app directly to the Map View, and switching between Map View and the Home tab is now much easier.

Now Bar Integration

The new update of the SmartThings app now adds Now Bar and Live Notification support. It means that you can now see the SmartThings option in addition to other Now Bar-supported apps and features. You can turn this on in your phone’s settings under Lock screen and AOD >> Now Bar.

This update is rolling out gradually to Galaxy device users. If you haven’t seen it yet on the Galaxy Store or Google Play Store, don’t worry, it should be available on your device soon.

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Google has started rolling out the Pixel Camera 9.9 update with the June 2025 Feature Drop. This update brings a few changes, but one popular feature, Social Share, is now missing.

However, with this new update, Social Share is gone with Pixel Camera 9.9. The option has been removed from the Camera settings, and Google hasn’t said why. It doesn’t seem like a bug, but it looks like the company removed it.

The fresh Pixel Camera update also mentions a new “education hub,” but this feature hasn’t gone live yet. It’s expected to be turned on later through a server-side update.

There’s also a new question mark button in the camera viewfinder. You’ll now see this icon in the top-right corner no matter which camera mode you’re using. When you tap it, you’ll see tips and real examples for features like Add Me, Panorama, Astro, Night Sight, and Macro Focus.

Each tip shows real photos taken with that mode, along with the name of the photographer. There’s also a “How to” section with easy instructions on using each feature. You can tap “Open Camera” to go back to taking photos.

The Pixel Camera 9.9 update is rolling out gradually through the Play Store, so it may take time to reach all users. If you are using a Pixel smartphone, check the update now and install it to enjoy enhanced features.

The Galaxy Store is the app where Samsung users can download apps, games, themes, and other content made for Galaxy devices. Right now, Samsung has released a new update for the Galaxy Store app with 6.6.16.2, making the app faster, smoother, and more reliable.

The fresh update mainly focuses on improving performance and fixing bugs. If you’ve faced problems like the app freezing or not opening properly, this update should fix those issues.

Moreover, the update also improves how the Galaxy Store works. It now opens faster and is easier to use. You’ll notice that browsing through apps, downloading, and checking for updates feels quicker and more comfortable.

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Samsung wants users to have a better experience when using the Galaxy Store, and this update helps to get that. So, what are you waiting for? Go update your Galaxy Store app now and enjoy a smoother, faster experience.

You can download the update by opening the Galaxy Store app on your Samsung phone. The new update automatically pops up on the Galaxy Store opening page, you can tap on it to download the update. Also, you can check the latest version via Galaxy Store >> Menu option >> Settings >> About Galaxy Store.

Right now, the update is available for Samsung devices that are running One UI 7. It has already been seen on the Galaxy S21 FE, and Samsung will roll it out to more devices soon.

WhatsApp has added a new AI feature in its latest beta update for Android with beta version 2.25.18.18. The new tool uses AI to create short summaries of unread messages on WhatsApp to make it easier for users to stay updated in busy chats and group conversations.

The AI-based Message Summaries feature helps users quickly understand what they missed without having to scroll through all the messages on WhatsApp. When many unread messages appear in a chat, a new button shows up. Tapping this button gives a short, private summary of the messages.

It works in both personal chats and group chats. The summary is created by Meta AI, but it is made using a special system known as Private Processing. This means the message data is not stored, shared, or read by WhatsApp or Meta. Everything happens securely on your device, and your messages stay private.

The feature is optional. You can turn it on or off in WhatsApp settings under Private Processing. Also, if Advanced Chat Privacy is turned on in a chat, the summary feature will be disabled for better privacy.

This feature is currently rolling out to some beta testers who use the WhatsApp beta app on Android. More users will get access in the coming weeks through future updates on the Google Play Store.