Verizon rolling out update for Samsung Galaxy Note 3

December 9, 2013

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Verizon has started rolling out an update for Samsung Galaxy Note 3 devices on their network, bringing users some fixes for different issues along with some new apps. The new apps include a MyInfoZone widget, VMWare, Verizon Support & Protection (VSP) v.2.0.0, and Verizon Cloud. As far as issues, Verizon says they have addressed the following items:

Incoming call displays Picture Me on screen when using Call Waiting
Handwriting data entry issue for email and SMS messages resolved
Email sync issue fixed and connectivity improved
Bluetooth audio disconnect after a call is missed is fixed
Mobile hotspot reliability improved
Samsung keyboard crash issue fixed
Notification panel responsiveness improved

Verizon also says the Voicemail Notification now has an urgent priority notification available. Connectivity and sound quality issues have also been addressed.

The update is rolling out over-the-air (OTA) and users will receive a notification when it is available for their device. It may take a few days to get to your device if you have a Galaxy Note 3 on the Verizon network.

source: Verizon

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Raised in North Carolina, Jeff Causey is a licensed CPA in North Carolina. Jeff's past Android devices include an HTC EVO, a Samsung Note II, an LG G3, and a Motorola Moto X Pure Edition along with a Samsung Galaxy Tablet 10.1. He currently uses a Samsung Galaxy S8 and (very rarely) a Nexus 7 (2013). He is also using a Verizon-branded Motorola Moto Z Play Droid supplied by his job. Jeff used to have a pair of Google Glass and a Moto 360 Sport in his stable of gadgets. Unfortunately, his kids have all drunk the Apple Kool-Aid and have i-devices. Life at home often includes demonstrations of the superiority of his Android based devices. In his free time, Jeff is active an active runner usually training for his next marathon, owns a Mazda MX-5 Miata, and plays Dungeons & Dragons. Jeff has three grown kids and a golden retriever.