# Summary of the Major Google/Android-Related News This Week
Welcome to **Android Central’s Weekly Update**, your primary destination for a brief overview of the week’s key technology news. This week has featured a range of thrilling announcements from Google, Samsung, Honor, and others. From the initial rollout of Android 15 to fresh advancements in smart home technology, here’s a summary of the standout stories.
## 1. **Android 15: Arriving Soon on Your Pixel**
Google has made the stable version of **Android 15** official, now available in the **Android Open Source Project (AOSP)**. Although the update hasn’t been released to all users yet, **Pixel owners** can anticipate its arrival in the upcoming weeks.
### Notable Features:
– **Private Space**: A feature allowing users to conceal apps with an extra layer of authentication, boosting privacy.
– **Language Improvements**: Enhanced support for **Japanese, Chinese, and Korean** languages.
– **Optimizations for Foldables**: Users with foldable phones can save app pairs for split screens, enhancing multitasking on larger displays.
– **Support for Flip Phones**: Improved app functionality for cover displays on flip devices.
While Pixel phones will be the first to enjoy Android 15, other brands like **Samsung, OnePlus, Xiaomi, and Motorola** are anticipated to release the update in the months ahead.
[Discover more about Android 15 here](https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/android-15-is-officially-launching-on-pixel-phones-near-you).
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## 2. **Updates for Android and Wear OS Features**
Google has also unveiled various enhancements to current **Android** and **Wear OS** features alongside Android 15. These updates are designed to enhance user experiences across multiple devices.
### Main Highlights:
– **Circle to Search**: Now features a music search tool, simplifying the identification of songs playing on your device or in the background.
– **Earthquake Notifications**: Android users in the U.S. will receive real-time earthquake alerts, potentially protecting lives.
– **Offline Maps for Wear OS**: Wear OS users can now download maps for offline access, improving convenience for those on the move.
– **AI-Enhanced Improvements**: **TalkBack** and **Chrome** are set to receive AI-driven updates, although the exact launch date remains undisclosed.
These features are scheduled to start rolling out over the coming weeks.
[Learn more about the new features here](https://www.androidcentral.com/apps-software/android-september-2024-feature-drop).
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## 3. **Samsung Launches One UI 6.1.1**
Samsung has commenced the rollout of **One UI 6.1.1**, introducing a range of new AI functions for its flagship devices. Initially launched with the **Galaxy Z Flip 6** and **Galaxy Z Fold 6**, the upgrade is now accessible for older **S** and **Z series** models.
### New Features:
– **Sketch to Image**: An AI-driven feature enabling users to transform sketches into visual images.
– **Portrait Studio**: Enhances portrait photography capabilities with customizable options.
– **Dynamic Wallpapers**: Offers enhanced personalization options for your home screen.
– **Communication Enhancements**: Upgrades to messaging and calling functionalities.
The update began rolling out in Korea on September 5, with further regions expected to receive it by September 9.
[Read more about One UI 6.1.1 here](https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/samsungs-one-ui-611-is-finally-here-for-these-galaxy-phones).
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## 4. **Honor Magic V3 Launched Officially**
Honor made headlines at **IFA 2024** with the official introduction of its latest foldable device, the **Magic V3**. This gadget is among the thinnest foldables available, measuring just **9.2mm** when closed and **4.35mm** when opened, surpassing the **Galaxy Z Fold 6** in thinness.
### Key Specifications:
– **Snapdragon 8 Gen 3** chipset.
– **50MP triple-camera configuration** with a 40MP sensor.
– **Durable hinge rated for 500,000 folds**.
– **IPX8-rated water resistance**.
– **Aerospace-grade materials** for greater durability.
Nonetheless, this device comes with a significant price of **€1,999** and is not expected to launch in the U.S.
[Find out more about the Honor Magic V3 here](https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/honor-magic-v3-foldable-announced).
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## 5. **Govee Launches AI-Driven Curtain Lights 2**
**Govee**, a well-known name in smart home lighting, has debuted the **Curtain Lights 2** featuring an exciting new AI
