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December 18, 2024

Android 16 Developer Preview 2 is here with battery life and performance upgrades

Google has released the second developer preview of Android 16, one month after the first, indicating a faster rollout with a stable version expected in Q2 2025. The update enhances app performance, battery life, and provides new tools for developers to diagnose issues like slow startups and app freezes. It includes a built-in photo picker for cloud images, Wi-Fi 6 integration for location-based functionalities, tools for monitoring activity intensity and managing health records, and custom animations for navigation. The first beta is anticipated in January 2025, and Google plans two major Android updates in 2025, with the first introducing significant changes and the second focusing on smaller improvements. Incremental updates will continue to be released quarterly.

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December 6, 2024

Here’s everything new Samsung’s Android 15 update, One UI 7, and the full changelog [Gallery]

Galaxy AI offers features for enhancing writing, including spelling and grammar correction, tone adjustment, summarization, and formatting. The Samsung Phone app includes a transcription feature for recorded calls, displaying conversations as text. One UI 7 introduces a redesigned aesthetic with new buttons, menus, notifications, and control bars. The Home screen has a new grid layout, customizable app icons, and larger folders for easier access. The Lock screen features a Now bar for essential tasks and customizable clock options. Quick settings and notifications are separated for efficient access, with customization options available. The camera interface has been improved for ease of use, with enhanced zoom controls and saved exposure settings. Users can erase unwanted objects in photos and create collages in the Gallery app. Samsung Health introduces a Mindfulness feature for stress management. One UI 7 enhances productivity with app previews and simplified alarm management. Calendar management includes drag-and-drop functionality and customizable widgets. Quick Share recommends devices for file transfers, and Knox Matrix provides a security overview. Battery settings allow users to customize power saving options and charging levels. Accessibility features include one-finger zoom and enhanced screen controls. Continuous improvements include video replay, a unified contacts list, and optimized gaming experiences.

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November 20, 2024

The first Android 16 developer preview is out (much) earlier than expected

Google has released its first developer preview of Android 16, shortly after the rollout of Android 15. The company plans to introduce two significant Android APIs in 2025: a major SDK release in the second quarter and a minor SDK release in the fourth quarter. Key features for Android 16 include an API for managing SDK versions, an embedded photo picker for selective media access, a Health Connect Developer Preview for managing health records in FHIR format, and the latest iteration of the Privacy Sandbox. Developers can experiment with Android 16 on recent Google Pixel devices or through the Android emulator and are encouraged to use a preview version of Android Studio for app development.

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October 29, 2024

Android Auto introduces real-time battery info and trip sharing features

The Samsung Health app has been updated to version 6.28 (6.28.0.047), enhancing functionality for Wear OS devices. Key features include access to medical reports for U.S. users through partnerships with EMR systems, advanced medication management in India and South Korea allowing users to photograph medications, and a barcode scanning feature for food tracking. Users of Samsung Galaxy Watches are encouraged to install the update via the Galaxy Store to utilize these new capabilities.

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October 27, 2024

Samsung’s Health App For Android Gets An Upgrade, You Can Now Track Your Medication On Smartphone

Samsung has upgraded its Health app for Android, allowing users to access medical history, manage medications, and track food intake. The update is designed for Indian consumers, enabling users to input medication names and receive detailed information, including side effects and safety guidelines, as well as alerts for harmful interactions. The app also includes personalized reminders for medication intake and refills, which can be received on a Galaxy Watch. Additional features include sleep tracking, mindfulness exercises, and alerts for irregular heart rhythms. The medication tracking feature will be rolled out in India through app updates, with information provided by Tata 1mg. Users are advised to update their Samsung Health app to access the new feature.

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October 23, 2024

Samsung Health now makes it easier to access your health records

Samsung is updating its Health app to improve health information management for users in the United States. The update includes a new health records feature developed with b.well Connected Health, allowing users to access medical records such as vaccination records, hospital visits, and prescription histories. It also provides insights and alerts for preventative care. The medication tracking feature has been enhanced, enabling users to scan medication bottles with their smartphone cameras to add them to their medication list and monitor adherence levels. Additionally, the app includes warnings for over 960 types of allergies and potential medication reactions. A new barcode scanning feature for food items allows users to log products and access nutritional information. This feature is initially available in the U.S. and select European markets, with plans for expansion to more countries.

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October 22, 2024

Android Auto 13.1 stable update available with new features

Samsung Health has introduced version 6.28, which includes several new features aimed at enhancing user experience. Key updates include: - Health Records: Users can access medical records from various healthcare providers through a partnership with b.well Connected Health, integrating major EMR systems like Athenahealth, Cerner Health, Epic Systems, and Veradigm. - Medications Tracking: This feature has been upgraded and is expanding from the United States to South Korea and India for better medication management. - Food Intake: A new barcode scanning capability has been added to the Food tracker, allowing users to log food items easily. This feature is initially available in the United States and select European countries, including France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and Poland. Samsung has partnered with industry leaders to enhance health data integration, medication management, and food tracking capabilities.