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Hindustan Times
08-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
Samsung Galaxy A56, A36 get this flagship Gemini feature with latest May update: Report
Samsung's Galaxy A56 and Galaxy A36, the latest additions to the A Series, have received a brand-new update that introduces the ability to trigger Gemini using the side button. This functionality comes with the May 2025 update and has been rolled out for the Galaxy A56 and A36, as reported by Sammy Fans. Essentially, this update enables users to activate the Gemini assistant using the side button on both the A56 and A36 models. To trigger Gemini, you can now choose which assistant the side button activates. In your Galaxy phone's settings, you can select between Gemini or Bixby. To launch it, simply press and hold the side button, and the Gemini AI assistant will spring to life. Previously, this feature was exclusive to Samsung's Galaxy S Series, such as the Galaxy S25 series. Samsung's Internet changelog also notes that Gemini now works with other Samsung apps, including Calendar, Notes, Reminders, and even Clock. You can complete tasks in these apps using Gemini. Additionally, you can ask Google Gemini to search for a particular YouTube video and save the results in Samsung Notes, as well as find sports team schedules and add them to your calendar. Also read: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 likely to be world's slimmest foldable- Here's what we know Alongside the AI tricks and quick access to Gemini, both phones also receive Samsung's May 2025 security patch, providing protection against various vulnerabilities and security threats addressed in this update. Reports indicate that Samsung had previously promised to bring the same update to other A Series devices as well. However, it remains to be seen when these features will be rolled out for those models. Also Read: iPhone 18 Pro likely to ditch Dynamic Island for under-display Face ID- Details
Forbes
25-04-2025
- Forbes
Samsung's Android Update—What Galaxy Owners Must Do Now
Here's what Galaxy owners must do Samsung will be delighted to put its One UI 7 rollout in the rearview mirror, and now seems to be accelerating its upgrade process after months of delays and frustrations. In addition to a raft of feature updates, the new OS brings major security and privacy improvements from both Google and Samsung, and a new, Apple-like ecosystem. After waiting so long, Galaxy owners will be keen to jump straight in. But there's a timely note of caution from SammyFans before you do: The "essential practice of downloading apps updates that you should perform after completing the installation." This won't come as a surprise — but it's easy to overlook as your phone reboots. Most of these updates will be around alignment with the new OS to ensure a seamless, bugfree experience. But there will also be security updates and patches that you need. 'A new OS update incorporates security patches and better data protection, which also improves user data stored within the app.' But while updating third-party apps is fairly obvious, you also need to update stock Google apps on your phone and, just as critically, the background Play and other services that run your phone need to be updated. Open both Google's and Samsung's stores and check for updates. You'll also find services updates there. There is a note of caution here. One recent background update that's causing controversy is Google's SafetyCore app. This was installed across Android's ecosystem some months ago without any notification or warning. It provides a content scanning capability that is run on-device and doesn't share data with Google or anyone else. Its first live application is scanning images for nudity within Google Messages, whether those are being sent or received. It's on by default for minors and off for adults. You can find details on disabling this photo scanning and uninstalling SafetyCore here. It's likely to be reinstalled with future Play Services updates though, so check regularly if you do decide you don't want it on your phone. Per SammyFans, here are step-by-step instructions on updating your apps: "Google Play Galaxy Store Just as you finally get Android 15, its successor Android 16 has reached Beta 4. This is due for a stable release in the summer, likely July, and the question now is how much longer will Samsung owners wait behind Pixels for the upgrade. If you have a Galaxy S25 you should certainly expect a fast update. That has now become critical.
Forbes
22-04-2025
- Forbes
Samsung Just Made It Harder To Switch To Pixel Or iPhone
Samsung's new update makes it hard to leave AFP via Getty Images Somewhere buried in the chaos of Samsung's One UI 7 rollout, which brings its excellent wrap around Android 15 to most Galaxy phones, there's a clever new twist. And this makes it harder for Galaxy owners to leave, despite the upgrade mess. Per SammyFans, the Galaxy-maker's One UI 7 'introduces a powerful Security Status feature… this tool helps you monitor the security of all your connected Samsung devices.' This means any compatible device linked to your account, 'including smartphones, tablets, TVs, and even home appliances.' This is the Knox Matrix upgrade, which Samsung announced last year. 'Our next frontier of security and vision for the future. Knox Matrix functions as your private blockchain system where connected devices ensure security at core stages through multi-layered and intelligent cross-checking threat monitoring across compatible devices for spam, viruses, and malware.' Know Matrix includes Samsung's "Trust Chain." This enables all your connected devices to monitor one another for security threats, and to 'provide notifications if ever attacked and share actions taken to block the threat.' In reality, this means the Galaxy phone which is likely with you at all times — and which is most likely updated at all times — will monitor all your other devices, enhancing their security. The same ecosystem, Samsung says, 'secures your information when moving data from device to device in a protected cloud network, making it easier to manage multiple logins while encrypting sensitive information. By sharing credentials across devices, we aim to protect your entire device ecosystem." Knox Matrix in action. SammyFans This is clever — but maybe more so commercially than technically. Samsung tells users, the update means "you never have to sacrifice security for connectivity or convenience.' But this just replicates one of Apple's major selling and stickiness points. Its connected ecosystem, which makes it much harder to dump an iPhone for an Android. Samsung's new update isn't about Android, it's about Samsung. As I said when it was announced, 'Samsung is doing what Apple has done successfully for so many years; Google is doing some of the same, but is hampered because its cross-OEM Android ecosystem makes it harder to be too blatantly Pixel focused.' When Knox Matrix was announced, Samsung was riding high on Galaxy AI. The One UI 7 train wreck was unimaginable at the time. Now this update could be a big deal for the company for very different reasons. Samsung needs to restore its bubble. All eyes are now on Android 16 and One UI 8. But ahead of that, users will have One UI 7 and can start to benefit from the ecosystem enhancements. Given Google is marching ahead with Pixel's own upgrades, this could be coming at just the right time. As SammyFans says, Knox Matrix 'makes security straightforward. By letting your devices watch out for each other, Samsung ensures your data stays protected.' It also ensures you keep your Samsung ecosystem in mind and think twice before changing.
