Samsung rolls out big software update for Galaxy Watch4 series

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Samsung Galaxy Watch4 and Watch4 Classic users are getting more out of their smartwatches. The company is rolling out a big software update that adds better body composition insights, running- and cycling-specific training programs, and a new sleep coaching program. The update is already scheduled to roll out, so it should soon hit your device. 

The new body composition targets and insights will offer daily tips and reminders to stay on track with your fitness journey. You'll get details on specific body composition goals, like weight, body fat percentage, etc. Everything is accessible on the Samsung Health app. While the updated interval training feature lets runners and cyclists set and track custom intensity training sessions. You can also view a percentage of VO2 Max to know how hard you're pushing yourself. It'll let you know how much you've sweated and inform you about how much water you should drink to help you recover.

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Samsung unveils Galaxy Tab S8 series

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Samsung has even more options for its premium Galaxy Tab devices. At today's Galaxy Unpacked event, Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Tab S8, S8+, and S8 Ultra, promising immersive displays and "seamless" ecosystem connectivity. 

The three tablets are designed to improve your video conferencing experience. They get 12-megapixel ultra-wide front cameras (and an extra 12-megapixel wide for the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra), a three-mic setup, and intelligent auto-framing. At the rear, all three get a 13-megapixel main and 6-megapixel ultra-wide dual camera setup. For content creators, the Ultra has 4K recording capabilities with the rear and ultra-wide front camera. 

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Samsung Galaxy S22, Galaxy Tab S8, Google Pixel to support Google Duo's live sharing

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Samsung and Google are bringing an Apple SharePlay-like experience to Android. The new Galaxy S22 and Galaxy Tab S8 devices will support a live-sharing feature in Google Duo. It will let you chat with someone while simultaneously viewing the same notes, photos, and videos. It will only work with certain apps, like YouTube, Google Maps, Samsung Notes and Gallery, and Google's Jamboard interactive whiteboard app. 

Engadget reports that these Galaxy devices and the Pixel smartphones will be the only ones to get full support for this feature. Other Android devices will only be able to join these calls instead of host them.

Samsung confirms extra year of Android updates

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Unsurprisingly, the rumour that Samsung plans to offer an extra year of Android OS upgrade is accurate. Samsung confirms that the Galaxy S22 series will get up to four generations of Android updates, meaning you get more use out of the phones while supporting the company's sustainability efforts. And as The Verge pointed out, Samsung one-ups Google by offering a year more than the company does for its Pixel devices.

Of course, the extra year of updates is welcome. But you might expect to see differences in feature rollout in older models, given they might not have the hardware to support newer features. Apple is still the leader in offering long-term support, with the 2015 iPhone 6s still getting iOS 15. But we appreciate efforts in the Android space to extend support. Hopefully, other brands will follow Samsung's lead.