Samsung tests gaming integration for Contacts in One UI 9.5
Samsung is adding game links and social features to the Contacts app, according to strings Android Authority found in an unannounced One UI 9.5 test build. The integration uses Samsung Gaming Hub to let users send game friend requests and guild invites.
While the rollout of One UI 9 continues, Samsung is also testing One UI 9.5 in the background. The new update coming to Galaxy devices will change or improve default apps as well. Recent reports show that Samsung's Contacts app will receive game integration.
Along with apps such as Keyboard, Samsung Health, Notes, and Phone, Contacts was also spotted receiving an update on the gaming side. Android Authority found strings related to Gaming Hub in the Contacts app within a One UI 9.5 build developed for testing.
Gaming Hub games can be linked to Contacts
According to the strings found, users will be able to link games to Contacts via Samsung Gaming Hub. For this, Gaming Hub must be installed and linked games must be enabled in settings. It is not yet clear which games will be supported.
Once connected, it will be possible to send game friend requests from Contacts. The strings also point to options for sending guild invitations to contacts, viewing guild leaders and members, and accessing guild-specific chats. It is stated that a one-on-one chat option could also be added.
The app also includes game status strings separated into online and offline, a "Game status" label, and an option to view the player profile. This suggests that Contacts may display information about the user's gaming activity. No other changes were seen in the leak.
Samsung is expanding Gaming Hub from a game-launching tool into game discovery and social features. As part of this effort, this integration could make it easier for users to connect with friends through games.
One UI 9 reached many models in Turkey quickly. The new features Samsung will offer with One UI 9.5 will also reach users in the country upon its official release.
This article was translated from Turkish. Read the original article in Turkish.
