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One UI 6.1’s AOD app update improves widgets and icon alignment
Samsung has released a new update for its popular Always On Display (AOD)app, now at version 8.7.96.15 for Galaxy devices running One UI 6.1. This update addresses several issues and enhances the user experience.
Previously, users encountered an issue where widgets were not visible on the lock screen after entering or exiting Ultra Power Saving Mode. Thankfully, this issue has been resolved with the latest update, ensuring that widgets now appear correctly.
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In addition, some users noticed that carrier and notification icons overlapped in the status bar of the lock screen after rebooting. The new update fixes this issue for a cleaner and more organized display.
With the fresh update, the alignment issue of the date and notification icons that overlap in the Always On Display has been resolved. Users can expect a smoother and glitch-free AOD experience with these fixes. If you haven’t updated yet, visit the Galaxy Store and grab the latest version now.
Also, users can get the update directly from the third-party app source link mentioned here. Notably, the Samsung AOD update is available for One UI 6.1 Galaxy devices and could expand soon.
WhatsApp is releasing a new feature for content sharing on channels with its latest beta update for Android. The new update is available for users with version 2.24.14.15 through the Google Play Beta Program.
The fresh update brings a long-awaited feature, which allows beta testers to forward and share messages, photos, videos, and GIFs directly to channels. This new feature simplifies content sharing for channel owners and lets them easily share media from personal chats or other apps like file explorers directly to their channels.
Previously, users had to save media locally before uploading it to channels, but now, the process is seamless and easy. This new feature not only improves the content-sharing experience but also enhances engagement by ensuring that channels remain updated with fresh content.
By removing additional steps, WhatsApp reduces the time and effort required to maintain channels. This feature aims to make WhatsApp more user-friendly for forwarding and sharing content.
The new feature of WhatsApp for channel content sharing and forwarding is currently available for limited beta testers. It is a gradual rollout, more beta testers will soon get it.
Google Contacts for Android will soon get a new Besties Widget. The app’s version 4.35 suggests that Google is working on a Besties Widget. At present, the functionality or widget design hasn’t been revealed but will pop up as the development continues.
The Contacts app’s Individual contact widget has recently been updated with the ability to display notifications. In the APKTeardown, the Google Contacts app’s upcoming Besties Widget has the exact layout as the Favorite widget and shows starred contacts (via 9to5Google).
The new Besties Widget is slated to replace the Favorite widget. The widget isn’t functional in the latest version, but it will be enhanced with future releases. It is assumed that the widget’s development is currently in quite early phases.
The Google Contacts app is available for all Android devices. Samsung Contacts app is already fueled with pretty nice features, but consumers can get a refresh with Google’s Contacts app. You can download the app from the Google Play Store for your Android device for free.
Samsung has released a new update for its Checkout app with version 5.0.75.1 for One UI devices. The fresh update is available on the Galaxy Store with a package size of 15.02MB.
The new update enhances user experience by improving current functions and resolving known issues within the app. The update aims to make the app more efficient and reliable.
It’s advisable to install updates promptly to benefit from the enhanced features and improved stability. To check and install the update, visit Galaxy Store >> Menu option >> Updates. Also, you can download the update directly from the third-party app link mentioned here.
Samsung Checkout is a billing application for purchasing paid content within Samsung Content Services. Samsung Pay/Wallet enables buying products from these services. It is compatible with Galaxy devices running Android 4.4 Kitkat or higher.
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