Free Touch OTA-4
After just over two and a half months of the launch of Ubuntu Touch OTA-3, UBports announced the launch of the new version of Ubuntu Touch OTA-4, which represents the fourth stable update based on the series of this mobile operating system based on Ubuntu 20.04 LTS (Focal Fossa).
Some of the highlights of the OTA-4 update include, the ability to hide notification content on the locked screen, loading time estimation on the lock screen, the option to assign a custom ringtone to a specific contact, a new option in System Settings to change the theme, among other things.
What's new in Ubuntu Touch OTA-4 Focal?
In this new version of Ubuntu Touch OTA-4 that is presented, a of the characteristics that stand out is the new functionality aimed at privacy, since now allows users the ability to hide notification content while the device is locked. This feature provides greater control over the privacy of personal information, avoiding uncomfortable situations where sensitive content may be viewed by third parties. This option can be enabled in «System Settings > Security & Privacy > Lock & Unlock > When Locked: > Hide Notification Content«.
Another novelty that Ubuntu Touch OTA-4 Focal presents is in the lock screen, as it now shows the estimated time to charge the phone, a simple, but very useful addition that provides users with a clear indication of how long it will take to charge their device. This function can be enabled in «System Settings > Battery > Show charging information on lock screen«.
Battery level in Ubuntu Touch
In addition to this, a change has now been integrated with the management of the issue, sos Ubuntu Touch OTA-4 offers users the ability to customize the appearance from your device easily and conveniently. Switching between light mode and dark mode is now more accessible, which allows users to adapt the interface to their preferences and usage environments.
Furthermore, the ability to assign specific ringtones to individual contacts is also highlighted, as is the ability for apps to use custom vibration patterns and adjusting the sensitivity of edge gestures in Lomiri.
Also noted is improved Bluetooth headset reliability for voice calls, camera support for Waydroid users, and updated barcode scanner app.
For the part of the corrections that stands out that se solves the problem of » Sign in with Google « for some websites and improves mobile data connectivity to reactivate immediately after ending a phone call. The System Settings app has received more multi-tab design improvements.
In addition to improvements aimed at end users, OTA-4 also offers benefits for developers. With the introduction of connection confirmation when connecting a phone to a new computer, security is strengthened by ensuring that adb commands do not work on an unknown device without the user's consent. This feature helps protect user data and prevent unauthorized access.
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Download and get Ubuntu Touch OTA-4 Focal
For those interested in being able to try the new version, you should know that the Ubuntu Touch OTA-4 Focal update is for OnePlus 5, 5T, 6, 6T, Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1, Pro1-X, Fairphone 3, Fairphone smartphones 3+, Fairphone 4, Google Pixel 3a. Google Pixel 3a XL, JingPad A1, PinePhone, PinePhone Pro, PineTab, PineTab2, Sony Xperia Redmi Note 9 Pro, Redmi Note 9 Pro Max and Redmi Note 9S. Although you can also consult the complete list of supported devices in the following link
For those interested in being able to install the update immediately, they should enable ADB access and run the following command on `adb shell`:
sudo system-image-cli -v -p 0 --progress dots
With this the device should download the update and install it. This process may take a while, depending on your download speed.