WhatsApp has been malfunctioning on Wear OS smartwatches, showing a message that tells users to update the app through the Play Store.

Users of Wear OS, including the Galaxy Watch, reported an issue where WhatsApp erroneously displayed an “obsolete” notification, incorrectly indicating a required update despite the application being current.

The problem was common across many Wear OS watches, including those from Samsung and OnePlus. It also didn’t depend on the software version, as users on different updates all experienced it.

This severe bug rendered WhatsApp useless on smartwatches as users were not able to open the app due to the notice. It seems the problem has been resolved and everything’s back to the typical working status.

While the bug prevented users from opening the WhatsApp app directly, the service continued to function in the background. Notifications worked normally, so users could still receive and reply to messages.

Galaxy Watch

Following user reports, WhatsApp quickly issued a fix on the Play Store. Updating to the latest version resolves the problem. You can use the original notice to complete the update.

The update is rolling out gradually, so you might get it later than others. You can check manually in the Play Store, or try reinstalling the app to force the latest version.

Samsung has introduced a new 200MP camera sensor called the ISOCELL HP5. Despite its high resolution, it is very small. This means phone brands can use it as a powerful main or telephoto camera without making the phone’s camera bump any larger.

The new ISOCELL HP5 sensor is anticipated to debut in phones from Chinese OEMs such as OPPO and realme. These brands, known for their camera-centric strategies, are the most likely early adopters of Samsung’s latest imaging technology.

In accordance with reports, a key strategic decision is at play: Samsung will apparently not utilize its own new ISOCELL HP5 sensor in Galaxy devices for the time being. The company is instead reportedly maintaining its supply chain relationship with Sony by continuing to use the IMX854.

Galaxy S26 Ultra

The ISOCELL HP5 sensor has some interesting features. It can zoom in 2 times without losing picture quality. If combined with a 3x telephoto lens, the zoom can go up to 6 times.

Samsung has also incorporated new technologies to help the sensor capture more light, resulting in brighter photos, more accurate colors, and superior clarity.

In spite of mass-producing the HP5 sensor, Samsung is currently allocating it exclusively to other phone brands. As a result, anyone hoping to see this 200MP camera in a Galaxy device will likely be disappointed.

Samsung is making its next update, One UI 8.5. It will have better speed and smart features, but a small, pretty design change is also getting attention. The update has a new picture on the “Software Update” screen that you can save and use as your wallpaper.

Samsung has completely revamped the Software Update page in One UI 8.5. It replaces the former plain design with a colorful and modern one. This new look, defined by its soft gradients and circular forms, offers a serene and tidy feel, closely mirroring the default wallpaper style of the Galaxy A-series.

Many users think the new banner looks like a great wallpaper. Now you can download the high-quality image and set it as your home or lock screen background. Enjoy the new design before the official update even arrives.

Check the full preview below:

One ui 8

It’s a small tweak, but it tells us Samsung is focused on giving One UI a more refined and contemporary feel. They’ve also switched to a card-style layout on the update screen, which makes everything look cleaner and easier to read.

One UI 8.5 will likely debut with the Galaxy S26 in early 2026 before reaching older models. If you’re curious, you can get a sneak peek now by using the new banner as your wallpaper. It’s a fun way to try a piece of the update early.