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Samsung Game Launcher app gets a name change, new features incoming

By Cosmin Vasile

Published: Nov 01, 2023, 2:46 AM

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Samsung Game Launcher app gets a name change, new features incoming

Samsung’s One UI 6.0 update brings a lot more changes than we initially thought. Just about every aspect of Samsung’s user interface, as well as most of the apps that come pre-installed, have received new features and improvements or complete revamps in some cases.

The Game Launcher app is not an exception, which isn’t really a surprise since Samsung announced the change before actually releasing the stable version of One UI 6.0.

The service will be named Gaming Hub starting with Android OS version 14, and earlier OSs will also be updated sequentially. (Please note that on some OSs, “Game Launcher” and “Gaming Hub” may be used interchangeably in certain menus.)

What’s important though is the fact that Samsung plans to turn Gaming Hub into much more than just a simple launcher app. As spotted by SamMobile, Gaming Hub will be getting “many different features over time.”

As per Samsung’s description, “Gaming Hub aims to be a gaming platform that not only automatically groups your installed games and provides various convenient features, but also provides a more diverse gaming experience.”

Apart from the name change, the Gaming Hub didn’t receive any new features or major improvements, but since Samsung felt the need to inform users about its future plans, it looks like the app will play a very important role in the company’s push for gaming.

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Cosmin, a tech journalist with a career spanning over a decade, brought a wealth of experience to PhoneArena. His expertise lies in brands like Samsung and Nokia, and he has a keen interest in innovative technologies. After a brief stint in PR, Cosmin returned to tech journalism in 2016, committed to delivering clear and objective news. When he's not writing or appearing as a guest on TV and radio shows, Cosmin enjoys playing RPGs, watching Netflix, and nurturing his passion for history and travel.