Samsung Internet Browser now available on Play Store - Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions & Answers

just an FYI to my fellow VZW people, the samsung browser is available in the play store. on reddit, some vzw people said it still wasn't, while a few of us said it was, and we got it fine. i have it running with an ad blocker and all. try it out and see if it works for you. it's SO much faster than chrome, especially with Crystal (the ad blocker) so i deleted chrome. idc about synced bookmarks anymore honestly bc of how crappy chrome is on mobile.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sec.android.app.sbrowser&hl=en

I get the error "my device isn't compatible with this version "

blueb0x said:
I get the error "my device isn't compatible with this version "
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that's SO weird. i wonder why some of us have it working and some don't.

blueb0x said:
I get the error "my device isn't compatible with this version "
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I had already installed it from another thread on XDA then this morning when I clicked on a Playstore link for it, the Update button was live and updated it to a new version.

Yeah not working for me on a brand new phone with new software updates.
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I was disappointed as well. I loaded Firefox and have been using it. Frankly, I like Firefox on my PC, but mobile, not so much. Thank you for the heads up.

I put a help ticket in at samsung asking for an apk. I'll update y'all with what they say

The 50 one in this thread is what I was using until my update from the Playstore. The Playstore updated it to the 51 version. Worked just fine for me.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3342018

i also never took any updates....i'm on day 1 stock with OTA frozen on my phone (because i don't like taking updates until i can verify with poeple that there's no issues, unlike the note 4 5.0.1 fiasco.....) so maybe htat has something to do wtih it? idk.

jayochs said:
i also never took any updates....i'm on day 1 stock with OTA frozen on my phone (because i don't like taking updates until i can verify with poeple that there's no issues, unlike the note 4 5.0.1 fiasco.....) so maybe htat has something to do wtih it? idk.
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Could be, I also have Ota frozen

Here's the update: the browser came out after the s7 was released and was originally setup for the older devices. We may receive the browser in a future feature update.
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blueb0x said:
Here's the update: the browser came out after the s7 was released and was originally setup for the older devices. We may receive the browser in a future feature update.
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Per samsung customer service

no it didn't. that browser was around when marshmallow came out to the note 5/s6 etc...which was before the s7. samsung customer service is useless lol

Lol

I ended up going to the google play store on my mac and selecting install and it pushed it to my s7.Did not give the option from the play store on my s7.

markwebb said:
Yeah not working for me on a brand new phone with new software updates.
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I'm using the S7 from Verizon with two updates so far, working fine for me. I'm sorry for your troubles. Please let us know how things work out for you.

whorizon2112 said:
I'm using the S7 from Verizon with two updates so far, working fine for me. I'm sorry for your troubles. Please let us know how things work out for you.
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I downloaded the version from Dropbox as the one from mega won't install either. That works though the play store version still says not compatible.
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Been using the 51 version since available, was also saying device not compatible, but today it links up perfectly to play store

I was using version 50 without a problem and the Playstore said it was incompatible until last Thursday when Playstore notified me of an update to Version 51. Let it update and runs perfectly.

So then, everything is working for you now?

Works for me today from the play store.

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Android Device Manager for our S4s?

Sorry if this is a dumb question, but I don't quite understand how users are supposed to receive the new Google Play Services update with the Android Device Manager built in to it.
AndroidPolice said it would be a slow rollout over the Play Store, but it's not even a listed app there, so that makes no sense to me. They had some apk downloads, but they advised against downloading them, since there are different versions for differently sized devices.
So how do we receive this update? Is it only via an updated ROM/OTA/manual download? Seems like if that's the case, then the whole notion of pushing it to the public with older 2.2 devices is a pipedream.
I feel like that plus updates to the Google Play Store are not handled very well. Everything is a just a paper release, and the vast majority of the Android population never sees any of it.
It appears to be more of a silent update. I didn't get a notification when mine was updated.
It will be listed in settings -> more -> security -> device administration
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ChrisG683 said:
Sorry if this is a dumb question, but I don't quite understand how users are supposed to receive the new Google Play Services update with the Android Device Manager built in to it.
AndroidPolice said it would be a slow rollout over the Play Store, but it's not even a listed app there, so that makes no sense to me. They had some apk downloads, but they advised against downloading them, since there are different versions for differently sized devices.
So how do we receive this update? Is it only via an updated ROM/OTA/manual download? Seems like if that's the case, then the whole notion of pushing it to the public with older 2.2 devices is a pipedream.
I feel like that plus updates to the Google Play Store are not handled very well. Everything is a just a paper release, and the vast majority of the Android population never sees any of it.
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It seems to me the article from Android Police is pretty straight forward.
mymusicathome said:
It appears to be more of a silent update. I didn't get a notification when mine was updated.
It will be listed in settings -> more -> security -> device administration
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Ahhh I see it there, thanks! I guess mine got silently updated. Not a huge fan of that, but oh well.
Here's another article with information and links to the new apk...
http://www.androidpolice.com/2013/0...-new-episode-notifications-and-more-teardown/
Mine stealth updated sometime between 8pm and 10pm.
android device manager
I receive my update on my AT&T GS 4 and i activated it, but there is no app support yet, so it's still useless. until there is a app or a web site to support it
Willibda1 said:
I receive my update on my AT&T GS 4 and i activated it, but there is no app support yet, so it's still useless. until there is a app or a web site to support it
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Mine shows up as well... not sure if it was there before or not but I just recently got the updated pushed to my device so that might have done the trick. Either way I've gone in and checked it off.
Now it's just a wait and see game...
ADM is now live and working. See here
R.Suave said:
ADM is now live and working. See here
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Up and working well.
Android device manager
LuvrGirl said:
Mine shows up as well... not sure if it was there before or not but I just recently got the updated pushed to my device so that might have done the trick. Either way I've gone in and checked it off.
Now it's just a wait and see game...
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Web base tracking is up https://www.google.com/android/devicemanager
Have it one mine but I didn't get a notification so I'm guessing it's a silent roll out. The only thing is ADM Web page can't seem to locate where my phone is. I don't need it right now it would just be nice to know it's working.
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AT&T Galaxy Tab s2 Marshmallow update is here!

Downloading it now ! 1074.5 mb
I have the 9.7 " version
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Somebody catch that update!
Is it rolling out in phases? Mine still says my software is up to date on 5.1.1
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Looks like the AT&T Tab S2 now supports NumberSync. Can someone post the AT&T Marshmallow ROM? I'd like to install it on my international SM-T815, and see if I can get calls to work. Also, the AT&T ROM should allow the Samsung Gear app to work.
Zagzagel said:
Looks like the AT&T Tab S2 now supports NumberSync. Can someone post the AT&T Marshmallow ROM? I'd like to install it on my international SM-T815, and see if I can get calls to work. Also, the AT&T ROM should allow the Samsung Gear app to work.
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You neither could nor would want to install the att firmware on your device.
If it could and you somehow managed to flash the bootloader you would end up with a locked device forever.
Flashing the system.img is possible, but why when the MM software is already available for your device?
ashyx said:
Flashing the system.img is possible, but why when the MM software is already available for your device?
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Like I said:
1. I would like to use the Numbersync feature so I can share the same phone number across all my devices.
2. I would like to install the Samsung Gear app from the PlayStore so I can pair the tablet with my watch.
Instead of messing with the SM-T817A ROM, I'll probably just pick up a tablet from AT&T.
Zagzagel said:
Like I said:
1. I would like to use the Numbersync feature so I can share the same phone number across all my devices.
2. I would like to install the Samsung Gear app from the PlayStore so I can pair the tablet with my watch.
Instead of messing with the SM-T817A ROM, I'll probably just pick up a tablet from AT&T.
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Good luck with buying a completely locked down tablet.
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Good luck with buying a completely locked down tablet.
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Thanks!
So if I have the Sm-t817a tablet will I eventually get the MM update? I bought it off Craigslist the other day and didn't care about the LTE but it was perfect condition 9.7" for $300 . I don't really care about rooting it or anything and it sounds like I'd be screwed anyway if I was bit I have my Nexus devices for that.
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SM-T817A MM Update
mastaofdacat said:
Downloading it now ! 1074.5 mb
I have the 9.7 " version
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So, How did it go? I got the update a couple of days after you and everything is perfect except for the keyboard. Very Often, while I am typing, the system inserts spaces and misses characters etc. It can be a real pain in the a$$ to type on the tablet now.
Well, here we are, 17 days later; and the typing problem is Long Gone. Weird... But, Good !!
BTW
I performed a factory reset before and after upgrading just to be safe.
Anyone else ever receive the update? I'm still stuck on Lollipop.
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Haven't received the update here either. Anyone know of a way to force it?
sorry . I hope everyone has there update by now ! my battery is little better is best thing from this update . I didn't factory reset . runs really smooth !
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Anyone else ever receive the update? I'm still stuck on Lollipop.
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have you gotten the update yet
Not yet....
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Not yet....
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I finally got the update. I didn't have my AT&T sim in the tablet anymore. As soon as I put the AT&T sim back in and checked for the update, it pushed out. Not sure if this will affect anyone else or not.
won't find the update
I've tried doing the update OTA and it hasn't found it yet.
I've tried to do it through KIES and it says that this device is supported by Smartswitch and won't let me do it that way.
I want to do it through Odin, but I cannot find the update file.
Does anyone have a link or copy of the rom so I can get mine updated?
Thanks!
After talking with AT&T, the only way to update this tablet without AT&T service is to go to Best Buy and have them push it for you manually. Alternatively, you can call Samsung @800 726 7864 and they have a way to push it from the cloud or something.
Yes, old thread, but this tablet is STILL the bomb and many people are buying them used off of eBay only to find the last owner never bothered to update to Marshmallow.
zorlac_man said:
After talking with AT&T, the only way to update this tablet without AT&T service is to go to Best Buy and have them push it for you manually. Alternatively, you can call Samsung @800 726 7864 and they have a way to push it from the cloud or something.
Yes, old thread, but this tablet is STILL the bomb and many people are buying them used off of eBay only to find the last owner never bothered to update to Marshmallow.
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I was in the market for a new e-reader (OG Nook Book just wasn't cutting it any longer). Ended up with a Tab 2, but the Nook version due to the additional $50 discount. Was surprised it came with MM, but now I'm trying to figure out how I can get Nougat on it. This tablet really is the bomb!

Nougat Is LIVE!

My phone is downloading it as I type
What's the Baseband version?
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what's the baseband version?
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g891aucu2bqb2
Took a couple reboots and the standard cache wipe to get everything running smoothly. Other than that, I'm liking it so far
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Took a couple reboots and the standard cache wipe to get everything running smoothly. Other than that, I'm liking it so far
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What were you on previously (mainly wondering if my engineering 7.0 will be able to update) and where are you located?
Edit just saw Westbrook in your description, is that still accurate?
dogg94 said:
What were you on previously (mainly wondering if my engineering 7.0 will be able to update) and where are you located?
Edit just saw Westbrook in your description, is that still accurate?
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I just had the stock AT&T rom. Nothing special.
Westbrook is indeed still correct
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Great. I can't wait this update.
Has anyone else noticed that if they had kids mode on MM it no longer works on N and you can't find it in either app stores?
https://www.neowin.net/news/atts-s7-active-receives-android-70-nougat-update
Can someone post the OTA link?
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Has anyone else noticed that if they had kids mode on MM it no longer works on N and you can't find it in either app stores?
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me too ... i actually emailed Samsung kidmode team .. (found via their site .. http://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/apps/kids-mode/
they replied, not really understanding i had a s7 ACTIVE, or that Nougat was on my phone ..
althou this was a few weeks back, as ive been on the leaked Nougat.... but thought i would email them anyhows !!
but they never replied back after stating that i had the Active, was on nougat, and that i had followed links from their site, and the google play store had sttated not compitable on my version too ..
hope they do get it sorted thou.,.. very much liked it !
even tried to get it via a backup from MM, but didnt work .
The exact response I received too. I've even use Samsung's main contact us page, still no response.
Even my wife's s7 edge can't see kids mode since the nougat update.
c0ldburn3r said:
The exact response I received too. I've even use Samsung's main contact us page, still no response.
Even my wife's s7 edge can't see kids mode since the nougat update.
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glad im not alone ! ..
good they getting feedback ! .. but looks as thou they just havent sorted out support for Nougat !
hope they do eventually as this Samsung Kids Mode is rather good
You can get a version that does load but it looks like the server side hasn't been updated. This happened with 4.4.4
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glad im not alone ! ..
good they getting feedback ! .. but looks as thou they just havent sorted out support for Nougat !
hope they do eventually as this Samsung Kids Mode is rather good
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Correction, the s7 edge does see the app but only in the galaxy apps store. Version is 6.0.28
Now how to get a copy of it of the phone.... hmmm
Spent time with Samsung live chat and they connected to my phone. "I check information and your device is not compatible, a update to the app will allow you to download from the Play Store"
Contacted the Kids Mode support team again, probably one of the slowest response rates out there but still nothing.

Information - Issue & Solution- Android Pay Not working

Since I know many would come here to look for this issue and resolution as a first step, hence i am creating this thread.
Many users would see HTC U11 wont let you add cards to Android Pay, there will be a pop up saying that the phone cant be verified as it is either rooted, bootloader unlocked or running a custom rom.
It seems the Shipped ROMs are failing the SafetyNet / SecureNet Checks.
In case you are stock and this is happening, please go to to the
Settings -->About --> Software Updates--> There should be an update (bigger than) > 250 MB.​For some reason this update did not show up automatically for me, this update fixes the Android Pay issue.
UPDATE:
1.11.617.3 OTA fixed the Android Pay
1.11.617.4 OTA Breaks the Android Pay
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So refrain from updating until HTC fixes it ..
warriorvibhu said:
Since I know many would come here to look for this issue and resolution as a first step, hence i am creating this thread.
Many users would see HTC U11 wont let you add cards to Android Pay, there will be a pop up saying that the phone cant be verified as it is either rooted, bootloader unlocked or running a custom rom. And in case you are stock and this is happening, please go to to the Settings -->About --> Software Updates--> There should be an update (bigger than) > 250 MB.
For some reason this update did not show up automatically for me, this update fixes the Android Pay issue.
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can you share a screenshot of the software in your phone is it 1.11.617.3?
JEANRIVERA said:
can you share a screenshot of the software in your phone is it 1.11.617.3?
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Here you go and yes it is 1.11.617.3 and this one fixes the android pay issue.
Received the update in HK. Can confirm Android Pay works again as the device becomes certified in Google Play.
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Here you go and yes it is 1.11.617.3 and this one fixes the android pay issue.
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That's odd. I just updated my U11 to 1.11.617.4 and Android Pay doesn't work.
laptop87 said:
That's odd. I just updated my U11 to 1.11.617.4 and Android Pay doesn't work.
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when did you got 1.11.617.4? the last version i saw was 1.11.617.3
JEANRIVERA said:
when did you got 1.11.617.4? the last version i saw was 1.11.617.3
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Roughly an hour ago.
laptop87 said:
That's odd. I just updated my U11 to 1.11.617.4 and Android Pay doesn't work.
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Updating Now will post in 5 minutes This update Breaks Android Pay
JEANRIVERA said:
when did you got 1.11.617.4? the last version i saw was 1.11.617.3
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It was released this morning in USA (may be after midnight), dont know about other regions
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Roughly an hour ago.
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I can confirm this
I just updated to .4 and android pay app opens fine, and my previous card is in there. Trying to add a new card get the error.
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I just updated to .4 and android pay app opens fine, and my previous card is in there. Trying to add a new card get the error.
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Yup that is precisely the problem .. going to play store settings and checking device certification at the bottom shows as uncertified and here is another screenshot of what happens when you check for Safety net :
I can almost understand the shipping software having this issue as they just expected all phones to update with the day zero OTA during setup. How the hell is this broken again with a second update HTC?
guys google needs to approve latest version it is probably be fixed within 24 to 48 hours probably even without a need for another ota just google play service update or store update which normally happens on the background
This problem seems to have been fixed on Google server side. Android Pay works for me now.:good::good:
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This problem seems to have been fixed on Google server side. Android Pay works for me now.:good::good:
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SafetyNet passing for me today also with the 1.11.617.4 update.
Mine passes safety net now too. I noticed that after latest update, Google still says uncertified. Is this a separate issue still to be fixed?
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Mine passes safety net now too. I noticed that after latest update, Google still says uncertified. Is this a separate issue still to be fixed?
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clear app data or uninstall updates of the app "play store" it will fix itself after update or after re-opening the app
JEANRIVERA said:
clear app data or uninstall updates of the app "play store" it will fix itself after update or after re-opening the app
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Thanks. That worked.
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Thanks. That worked.
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worked for me too.
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guys google needs to approve latest version it is probably be fixed within 24 to 48 hours probably even without a need for another ota just google play service update or store update which normally happens on the background
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You are right, i reached out to google and had a call with them, it seems they fixed it on their side, i was able to add cards and use android pay.

Official Samsung TouchWiz Home on the Google Play Store not compatible

I'm trying to understand why the Official Samsung TouchWiz Home app on the Google Play Store is not compatible with my S8+. The following article mentions that there is a new update available:
http://www.androidauthority.com/touchwiz-home-update-lag-galaxy-s8-783442/
Is this a region specific issue? Is anyone in Canada able to do the update?
Title101 said:
I'm trying to understand why the Official Samsung TouchWiz Home app on the Google Play Store is not compatible with my S8+. The following article mentions that there is a new update available:
http://www.androidauthority.com/touchwiz-home-update-lag-galaxy-s8-783442/
Is this a region specific issue? Is anyone in Canada able to do the update?
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I have updated it now but no changes
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Title101 said:
I'm trying to understand why the Official Samsung TouchWiz Home app on the Google Play Store is not compatible with my S8+. The following article mentions that there is a new update available:
http://www.androidauthority.com/touchwiz-home-update-lag-galaxy-s8-783442/
Is this a region specific issue? Is anyone in Canada able to do the update?
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In this case you can always use alternative site to download app
http://mobile.softpedia.com/apk/touchwiz-home/6.1.09.2/
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In this case you can always use alternative site to download app
http://mobile.softpedia.com/apk/touchwiz-home/6.1.09.2/
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Thanks for the suggestion, that is always an option. TouchWiz Home is currently behind two versions on my device. I should be getting the June security update soon. I will check to see if it gets updated then. In the mean time, I was hoping someone from Canada could confirm if they have the same issue that I have.
I'm in the same boat. Also says not compatible.
US here
Title101 said:
Thanks for the suggestion, that is always an option. TouchWiz Home is currently behind two versions on my device. I should be getting the June security update soon. I will check to see if it gets updated then. In the mean time, I was hoping someone from Canada could confirm if they have the same issue that I have.
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You won't get it with June update. Btw I can download it through play store using Galaxy S6 and S8 Port rom.
Mine says the same on the play store, pretty messed up. On the latest version of TW home they have fixed the horrible lag when opening and closing the swipe up or down app drawer. everything seems to run just a little bit smoother.
heres the latest apk for those who are looking for it.
The update came in and it's working now. I wonder if Samsung may have been staggering the updates or there was some kind of delay caused by the play store.
For some reason, shortly after I did the update it went back to not being compatible and it has been that way since. It appears to still be the same version that I currently have but I wonder what will happen when the next update comes.

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