Apps & Services
Samsung SmartThings Framework New Update Brings Improved Device Stability
In today’s technology world, every single device is getting smarter day by day. Nowadays, there are several smart home devices available that provide services and can be controlled by their own remote, but if you use the remote for every single device, it will be difficult to manage, so to bring a solution, Samsung has introduced the SmartThings framework.
The Samsung SmartThings framework is a service that provides a single platform to control all your home-based devices. For example, if you have smart TVs, lights, speakers, and other home appliances that support internet of things technology, In the latest development, it has the support of modes and routines that suit your situation according to your preset.
Now Samsung has rolled out a new update for the application, but it doesn’t bring any new changes with it. The company has attached the older changelog, which says it supports modes and routines; when the sleep mode starts on your Galaxy, the lights can be dimmed and blinds can be closed; and a new device has been added to the Phone app: a projector. However, it can be right to say that the new update may bring some fixes that enhance the features of the app.
The latest update is coming with version number 2.1.04.1. It is available for all Android devices because Samsung doesn’t want to limit its functionality to its Galaxy devices. So if you want to update the application, you can go to the Play Store, or on the Galaxy device, users can install the latest update from the Galaxy Store as well.
As far as support is concerned, the app is supported by the majority of the devices, as it is available for devices that are running on Android 11 or later and have at least 2 GB of RAM. Don’t be confused with the original SmartThing application, as it is the function that provides the required support for working on SmartThings.
Google is not only responsible for providing major software support for Android devices, but it is also continuously working to enhance some utility features through its original applications. One such example is Google Photos, which has recently introduced several AI features that help to quickly edit photos and provide some features to manage videos. Recently, the company has introduced the ‘Carousel’ element, which adds innovative photo exploration to the application.
Google has brought a new update for its multimedia manager application, Google Photos. It is spotted on the Play Store with the version number 6.81. With the software update, the company has made a new change to the main screen of the application. After installing the latest update, when the user opens the application, it will provide a fresh experience while scrolling through images on the main screen.
Carousel gets a new effect and gives a new photo-exploring experience
With the new update, Google has introduced a new ‘Carousel’ component of the Material 3 library. Now, when you scroll, it offers a smooth parallax effect, which is different from normal scrolling. The component is stacked on top of the screen, which gives you the opportunity to revisit old memories with different tabs. To get the new scrolling tab, you just need to update the application to the latest version.
How to update Google Photos
Google Photos update is now available to download. Users can easily install the latest update via the Google Play Store. To directly jump to the download page, you can use this link, or you can also usually go to the Google Play Store and search for Google Photos.
The Samsung Dropship application is a unique application of the Galaxy ecosystem. It arrived back in 2022, but unfortunately, the application is limitedly available to the South Korean market. However, if Samsung releases it to other markets, it could be a game changer and the most popular application of the Korean giant as it provides a new way to share files. To make it more convenient, the company is constantly improving its functionalities.
Samsung has rolled out a new update for the Dropship application, which is version 1.2.3. With the latest update, the company has shared a small changelog, which says that it will improve the design.
With the design improvement, the ultimate goal of the company is to provide more ease and comfort to the users so they can use the functionality of the application smoothly.
If you are having any issues while using Dropship at any point, then you should check out the new update, as it may address the related problem. To do that, simply go to the Galaxy Store, search for Dropship, and hit the update button.
Dropship brings a new ability to share files across platforms
The Samsung Galaxy ecosystem is already equipped with several file-sharing applications, such as QuickShare and Galaxy to Share, but these applications come with limitations to work with Android devices or Galaxy devices only. Here, Dropship gives the users the edge to share the files across platforms, including iOS and the Web.
The Korean Electronics firm introduced the ‘Kids Tab’ service on Samsung TV Plus, along with a variety of kids and family content.
Kids Tap includes the ‘Kids Time’ channel, which broadcasts popular kids’ programs, as well as a wealth of VOD content. Specifically, the Kids Time Channel debuted in partnership with an animation specialist brand named ‘Studio Acorn’ and airs Kids’ programs that have proven to be globally popular and high-end K-animation representative programs exclusively among domestic FAST services.
In a way, Kids Time focuses on offering a safe and upgraded space for children through its content; for instance,
- Healthy and trustworthy content assures parents that they can feel confident about what their kids are watching.
- Educational value content raises learning and growth for kids.
- Diversity and inclusion Content celebrates a range of backgrounds and experiences.
- An ad-free “lullaby slot” creates a relaxing and safe vibe.
The term ‘lullaby’ slot refers to a series of lullaby content that helps kids sleep between 9 p.m. and 10 p.m. when kids go to bed, and there is no advertising in this slot. Through the Kids Time channel and VOD content, the giants have debuted ‘Cocomelon’, which has 170 million subscribers, as well as ‘Linda’s Amazing Journey’, ‘Iku’, and ‘Galaxy Kids’, which have been esteemed for their creativity in various international markets.
The Vice President of Samsung Electronics Visual Display Business Division, Yong-Hoon Choi, stated, “To celebrate Children’s Day, we are pleased to provide a new viewing experience that children and families can enjoy together through Samsung TV Plus. We will continue to add quality content by strengthening our strategic partnerships.“
Samsung TV Plus is the high-end service of ‘Samsung Tizen OS’, permitting you to experience a variety of content for free on an advertising basis without a monthly subscription fee.