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AppWizard

February 11, 2025

One UI 7 brings enhanced parental controls over websites and apps

Samsung has introduced new parental control features in One UI 7 for the Galaxy S25 series, allowing parents to oversee their children's online activities, particularly in web browsing and app downloads. The new content restrictions page enables parents to manage web content on Samsung Internet and regulate app downloads from the Galaxy Store. Parents can activate a content filter to block access to sexually explicit and violent sites, and set maximum age ratings for apps and games. These features are expected to be presented during the initial setup for devices intended for children, with modifications requiring parental approval. Currently, these features are exclusive to the Galaxy S25, with plans for future updates to extend them to other Samsung devices.

AppWizard

February 11, 2025

Samsung keeps adding new features to the Messages app it supposedly sunset

Samsung has updated its Messages app with new features, including the ability to edit messages sent to other Galaxy devices running One UI 7, allowing up to three edits within 15 minutes after sending. Each edited message is marked, and a history of edits can be accessed. Additionally, there is an auto-delete function for one-time password (OTP) messages, which deletes them after 24 hours and permanently after 30 days. These features are reportedly available on the Galaxy S25, but some users have faced limitations based on regional software versions. The editing feature is likely limited to RCS messages, as SMS does not support it. Despite previous statements about phasing out the Messages app, the updates suggest Samsung's continued commitment to it.

AppWizard

February 4, 2025

Google warns Android users of a zero-day software exploit causing instability

Google has warned Android users about a significant zero-day exploit, identified as CVE-2024-53104, that could cause software instability and allow attackers to manipulate devices. This vulnerability operates at the Linux kernel level and affects all Android devices, including the Galaxy S25 and S24. A fix is included in the February security patch, but OEMs must distribute it. Current reports indicate that exploitation attempts are limited, but users are urged to update their devices promptly. Additionally, another flaw affecting Qualcomm technology may grant remote access to devices, with no reported victims yet. In 2023, 97 zero-day vulnerabilities were exploited, a 50% increase from 2022, primarily impacting Android devices.

BetaBeacon

February 3, 2025

Three-Way Split-Screen: A Game-Changer for Android 16 and One UI 8

Android 16 could introduce a three-way split-screen mode for tablets, allowing users to run three apps simultaneously on a single screen. This feature, inspired by OnePlus' Open Canvas, aims to enhance multitasking capabilities for larger screens. Samsung's One UI 8, based on Android 16, may bring this feature to its tablets, improving productivity and app management for users. The introduction of this feature could revolutionize the way users interact with tablets, maximizing screen real estate and bringing Android tablets closer to competing with productivity-focused devices like iPads.

AppWizard

December 28, 2024

Take Control of Your Notifications with Samsung’s One UI 7 Beta

Samsung's One UI 7 update, based on Android 15, introduces a new "Filter notifications" feature that allows users to categorize non-urgent alerts into groups within the notification panel. This feature includes three toggles: 1. Old Notifications: Filters out outdated app notifications. 2. Background Notifications: Filters notifications from apps running in the background. 3. Minimized Notifications: Allows users to manually minimize certain alerts. Grouped notifications will still be visible but organized under a "More notifications" card. The stable version of One UI 7 is expected to be released between January and February of the following year.

AppWizard

December 28, 2024

Google just gave us our first look at what Samsung XR headset apps might look like

Samsung's XR headset, known as Project Moohan, will debut within the next year and is powered by the Snapdragon XR Plus Gen 2 chip. The Android XR developer blog features a six-second video showing app windows layered over real-world environments. Android XR has two modes: Home Space, which allows multitasking with multiple app windows, and Full Space, which offers a single window experience against a virtual backdrop. Home Space is the default view, with a toggle to switch between modes. Samsung's app windows are expected to reflect the aesthetic of One UI. Android XR will support various input methods, including hand and eye tracking, voice commands, keyboard and mouse, and dedicated controllers. CES 2025, starting January 7, will provide more information about the headset's features and capabilities.

AppWizard

December 21, 2024

Samsung Dual Messenger v3.5 available for One UI 7 Beta devices

Samsung has released an updated version of its Dual Messenger app, v3.5, for Galaxy devices running on Android 15-based One UI 7. This version is currently available to users testing the One UI 7 Beta on the Galaxy S24 series in select regions. The update enhances compatibility with Android 15, allowing users to maintain two separate accounts for the same messaging application, each with its own contact list. Activation requires navigating through Settings to the Dual Messenger option and selecting a supported app. Additionally, Samsung may integrate Dual Messenger support into the One Hand Operation+ module of Good Lock for easier one-handed use.

Winsage

December 17, 2024

Windows can’t mirror sensitive notifications from some devices with One UI 7.0

Google's Android 15 introduces enhanced privacy features that prevent sensitive notifications from being mirrored to linked Windows PCs via Microsoft's Phone Link app. Notifications containing sensitive information, such as two-factor authentication codes and credit card details, will not be shared with third-party applications, including Phone Link. However, users with devices pre-loaded with Phone Link and supporting the Companion Device Role, like Galaxy smartphones on One UI 6.1 or newer, will still receive these notifications. Users can disable the ‘Enhanced Notifications’ setting to bypass this limitation, but doing so will also disable advanced features like reply suggestions.

AppWizard

December 16, 2024

Samsung fonts don’t work in all apps in One UI 7 for a simple reason

The One UI 7 beta 2 update is rolling out, but Samsung fonts will not appear in third-party apps due to the flexibility allowed by the Android ecosystem for app developers to choose their own fonts. Users will see Samsung fonts in the operating system interface and Samsung applications, but not in third-party apps that override default settings. The One UI 7 beta 2 is available in the US, UK, Germany, and South Korea, with a stable version expected next year.

AppWizard

December 16, 2024

Android 15 users facing notification bug on Windows Phone Link app

Android 15 users are experiencing issues with the Windows Phone Link app after a recent update, which limits the app's ability to display certain notifications. The update automatically hides notifications from untrusted apps to protect sensitive information, restricting third-party applications from accessing notifications deemed "sensitive," such as two-factor authentication codes. Only trusted or system applications can access these notifications. While the Phone Link app can bypass this restriction on Samsung devices with One UI 6.1.1 or later, users of other Android devices are facing challenges and have found common troubleshooting methods ineffective. Users are hoping for a resolution in future updates from Google.