In a recent development, Google has initiated the rollout of updates for several key applications on Samsung devices. The updates pertain to the Android System SafetyCore, Android System WebView, and Google Play Services, with the respective version numbers being 1.0.925574157, 149.0.7827.91, and 26.22.33.
Manual Update Required
Unlike most applications that can be easily updated through the Google Play Store, these particular apps do not appear on the Manage apps & device page. Consequently, users will need to take a few extra steps to ensure they are running the latest versions. To manually update these applications, users should navigate to the Settings menu on their Samsung devices, locate the Apps section, and search for the three specific apps. By selecting each app and tapping on “App details in store,” users will be directed to the Play Store page where they can initiate the updates.
While there is no detailed changelog accompanying these updates, it is generally expected that they include various enhancements such as bug fixes, performance improvements, security upgrades, and potentially new features. Keeping applications updated is a prudent practice, and users are encouraged to perform these updates at their earliest convenience.
Currently, these updates are confirmed to be available for devices operating on One UI 8.5 and One UI 9 in India, although the availability in other markets remains uncertain.