If you know much about Android security updates, you'll know that it's customary for Pixel phones to receive them first. However, this is not the case now. Recent reports suggest that Samsung is already pushing updates containing the April security patches. This update is now rolling out to smartphones, tablets and other Samsung devices. This is faster than Google's official speed. Google plans to roll out the update to Pixel phones starting April 5.
In addition to the usual security fixes, Samsung's update also expands the scope of the camera's portrait mode. This update is for all sensors. It is active for ultra-wide-angle lenses, telephoto lenses, as well as the main camera. The flagship Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra was the first to receive this update. This smartphone received this update already on March 31.
Here's the full list of Samsung devices currently receiving the update
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Galaxy S20 FE – G780FXXS2CUC8
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 – F916BXXU1DUCE
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Galaxy Note 20 Ultra – N986U1XXX2DUC8
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In addition to these smartphones, the Galaxy Tab S6 with Snapdragon 855 SoC is already receiving this update.
The Samsung SmartTag Plus version is available worldwide for $39,99
According to reports, the updated version of the Galaxy SmartTag Plus has quietly hit the shelves at B&H. The pre-sale price is $39,999 and will go on sale on April 12.
The appearance of this product is similar to the normal version, but the biggest difference is that it supports UWB ultra-wideband radio technology and can be precisely placed. According to the product information, this ultimate tracker not only supports Bluetooth 5.0, but also can use mobile phones that support UWB technology to display navigation information directly on the screen for easy searching. In addition, with the help of the SmartThings app, the tag emits a certain sound, and the tag can also be used to find the phone in reverse. The product has a battery life of up to 5 months.
The standard version of the Galaxy SmartTag BLE was released with the S21 series in January 2021. For power, the product uses a lithium battery with a button and the duration of autonomous operation is up to 300 days. It supports Bluetooth 5.0 and has a maximum communication distance of 120 m. The standard version costs $29,99.
