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Android Auto bring a redesigned Google Assistant
Android Auto is packed with several features that aim to convince drivers to take advantage of different utility functions without any distractions. Google Assistant is one of the most common features that is used frequently, and now the company has brought new tweaks to Google Assistant.
Google Assistant gets some new tweaks to enhance the experience
Google has recently rolled out the new Android Auto 11.2 beta update. The company hasn’t disclosed any innovations or novelties arriving with the update, but after installing it, a newly designed Google Assistant was found.
The assistant will show the initial text in the bar, “Hey, how can I help you? It is shown to you until you revoke the assistant, and once this happens, it will start doing conversations and transcribe the responses in the bar. The assistant’s responses are still read aloud and not displayed on the screen to avoid distractions while driving.
Apart from this, Google Assistant has also gotten enhancements in the voice responses on Android Auto, as they now appear in any space not used by navigation maps. Along with this, the panel displays a’speak now’ message, which then transcribes the message and also offers a cancel and send button. To provide more convenience, we have also added the name and picture of the person you are talking to next to the conversation bar.
To take advantage of these new features, you should update Android Auto to the latest update, v11.2 beta. As a beta update, you need to enroll in the beta program, and then you will be eligible to get this update.
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At Google I/O 2024, Google introduced a series of new features already active or coming to Google Wallet to enhance the overall functionality of the digital wallet for a seamless net banking experience.
As expected, Google’s I/O 2024 event brings bundles of new announcements regarding new changes, improvements, updates, and more. Google also revealed new features coming to Android soon, especially a new generative AI, updates to their Gemini assistant, and improved protection against device theft.
Apart from AI tools, Google Wallet also gained a particular section at the event, in which it was revealed that Google Wallet will bring a whole series of new features to the table, which include the ability to create digital passes for any type of paper pass or extended notifications.
Google teased the possibility of creating a digital version of any paper pass containing text within it; currently, it only offers the power to create a pass of any card containing a QR code or a barcode simply by scanning it with the smartphone camera using the Add to Wallet button >> Photos.
Soon, this option will be replaced by a new tab called “Everything else,” which will permit you to create a digital version of a card containing written text; for instance, tickets, library cards, car insurance policies, or gym memberships. Later on, push notifications will be upgraded, which will inform the user of changes regarding a certain pass.
The next feature, presently in closed alpha and available in a stable version starting in 2025 as part of the Android Credential Manager APIs, will permit Google Wallet to provide details to other applications; for instance, your age, name, or address if your digital ID is saved within the wallet, subject to the users’ consent within the application.
Google Wallet now has the power to automatically group related passes; for instance, if you have a concert ticket in your wallet, it can automatically link the parking pass for a similar venue to it. You can link the related cards to boarding passes, event tickets, loyalty cards, gift cards, and other documents, for instance, such as library cards, car insurance, and more.
One can easily activate them by simply heading into the Google Wallet settings, clicking on the profile picture at the top right, and enabling the check mark on Automatically add linked cards.
The annual developer conference is still in full swing, and the company continues.
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Samsung has recently introduced its in-house application, Samsung Highlights. This application aims to display content on the lock screen; however, currently, the application is running in the beta stage and is getting its first update after being introduced on Galaxy devices.
Samsung Highlights Update
Samsung Highlights is getting a new update with the firmware version number 1.2.7. With the latest update, the company hasn’t attached any changelog; therefore, there is no information available about the new changes.
Hopefully, we may see development for making the application feature more stable as it provides new potential for the working of the devices, so if you want to take advantage of the feature, then you should update it to the latest version.
To update the Samsung Highlights to the latest version, just go to the Galaxy Store and then search for the Samsung Highlights. If any new updates are available, then tap on the update button. It is worth noticing that the application is currently available in limited countries, but it is expected that the company will expand its access to more countries once it gets a stable update.
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Samsung Offering A Second Chance at Enrolling Galaxy S24, Z Fold5, and Z Flip4 in Samsung Care+
Initiatory, the Korean brand ‘Samsung’ is offering recently launched Galaxy S24, Z Fold 5, and Galaxy Z Flip 5 owners a golden chance to enroll in Samsung Care+ who haven’t bought yet. Interested parties are recommended to hurry up, as they can enroll for it during a limited open enrollment period.
There’s no assurance an accident can happen with your costly devices anytime. Just to avoid loss from accidental damage, Samsung is offering a golden chance to the users of a few Galaxy devices mentioned above to enroll in Samsung Care+ again, who didn’t enroll initially.
This plan offers comprehensive coverage for all these scenes, which includes unlimited repairs, same-day replacements in eligible areas, and protection against loss and theft. The Korean giant is luckily armed with a large-scale network of authorized service centers and certified technicians, which can quite clearly see to it that help is never too far away.
Samsung has 700 locations nationwide and a team of 9,000 skilled professionals. If you want to enroll, hurry up since the enrollment period is only available until June 30th. If you initially decided against enrolling in Samsung Care+, you now have a chance to reconsider and protect your device. For more detailed information and to enroll in Samsung Care+, you can check the official Samsung Care website here.
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