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iOS 18.1: Will Apple iPhone support Samsung Pay, Google Wallet?
Apple opened doors for Samsung Pay and Google Wallet for iPhone. Yesterday, the company announced that app developers will be able to bring NFC contactless transactions using the Secure Element from within their apps on iPhone.
European Union forced Apple to open up various things in its ecosystem. As a result, Samsung Pay and Google Wallet apps might be supported on iPhone. Both apps will likely be available on Apple’s App Store as early as the fourth quarter.
Apple confirmed that starting with iOS 18.1, it will allow NFC contactless payments for apps that meet security requirements separately from Apple Pay. Third-party devs can run apps that use NFC for simple payment, car keys, and student IDs on iPhones.
“Starting with iOS 18.1, developers will be able to offer NFC contactless transactions using the Secure Element from within their own apps on iPhone, separate from Apple Pay and Apple Wallet,” Apple announced.
Now, Samsung Pay and Google Wallet could also work on iPhones. Apple plans to release iOS 18 along with the new iPhone 16 next month. The first update version, iOS 18.1, is expected to be released in October at the earliest.
Until now, Apple has only allowed Apple Pay on its devices. The company mentioned that only authorized developers who meet certain industry and regulatory requirements and commit to Apple’s ongoing security and privacy standards, can access the relevant APIs.
In addition, the NFC and SE APIs that are the most needed components will be available to developers in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, the U.K., and the U.S. in an upcoming developer seed for iOS 18.1.
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.
Samsung has rolled out a new update for its Checkout app with version 5.0.76.5. This update makes the app better and fixes some issues for a smoother experience.
The latest version fixes bugs that were present in earlier versions. You can expect fewer glitches and a smoother experience when using the app for your transactions. With these fixes, the app should be more reliable, making your payment process quicker and easier.
Besides fixing issues, the latest update also includes enhancements that make the app run better. These improvements make the app more user-friendly and useful. However, there are no new features or changes noted but the update will surely provide a better experience.
Samsung Checkout is a useful app for managing your payments and transactions. It is a billing application for purchasing paid content from Samsung Content services. By updating to this latest version, you’ll benefit from these performance boosts and fixes.
It’s important to keep your apps updated, as updates not only bring new features but also ensure that the app runs smoothly and securely. To install this update, you just need to open the Galaxy Store, then tap on the Menu icon, and click on the Updates option.
Alternatively, you can download the update through the third-party app link mentioned here.
WhatsApp is updating its app for Android devices with a useful feature for group calls with a new update. The latest version arrives with version 2.24.19.14 and is available through the Google Play Beta Program.
With the latest update, WhatsApp brings a new ability to create call links directly within group chats. Before, you had to go to the calls tab to generate a link for voice or video calls. Now, the latest update lets you make a call link from the chat itself.
Through this update, you don’t need to ring everyone in the group to start a call. Instead, you can share a link in the group chat to join the call. The new feature makes it easier to start and join calls in group chats.
Once you create the link, you can easily send it to the group, and members can join the call by clicking the link whenever they want. It’s particularly useful for big groups or people in different time zones who may not be available at the same time.
The call link feature of group chats is currently available through the WhatsApp beta update. The company will soon make it available for all users in upcoming stable updates.
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