Samsung will let you block apps that spam notifications with ads Ben Schoon | May 11 2026 - 6:40 am PT | May 11 2026 - 6:40 am PT Samsung has a new feature for Galaxy phones that gives users the ability to easily block apps that are spamming your notifications with ads. …
… Notifications will appear on the main watch face using a small notification icon. …
… If you add your boarding pass to Google Wallet, you already get notifications with updates like boarding time changes. …
… Security and accessibility also see meaningful improvements in this build. To combat social engineering and “vishing” scams, the OS now blocks users from sideloading apps or modifying sensitive Accessibility permissions while a phone call is active. …
… Issue 498320401 Notifications marked with setSilent true may unexpectedly play alert sounds on Android 16 when multiple notifications are present in the shade. …
… It looks like the actual rollout has begun in earnest, as the in-car entertainment OS is now showing notifications and allowing users to use the conference-calling system in their vehicles. …
… Issue 498320401 Notifications marked with setSilent true may unexpectedly play alert sounds on Android 16 when multiple notifications are present in the shade. …
…The “notify when left behind” function is nothing new; however, the Pixel Watch series only recently received an update to incorporate Google’s version. The Pixel Watch Feature Drop for March 2026…
… Users can also receive summarized notifications for important texts and add events to their calendars. …
… Notifications get new icons as well as an updated design style. …