Jolla Releases Software Update 1.0.3.8 for Its Sailfish OS Smartphone

Today, Jolla has announced a new software release for the owners of its Sailfish OS-based devices, namely version 1.0.3.8.

Users should receive a notification on their devices as soon as the new OS version is available, but they will need a working Jolla account for that. However, those who have already purchased Jolla’s phone can also manually check on the availability of the new software version, by going to Settings > System Settings > About Product, pull down the pulley menu and select “Check for update.” The new release brings along a nice range of enhancements, including support for landscape mode for Browser, gestures and notifications, as well as pinch-to-zoom support in Camera viewfinder.

The release notes for the new update also include:

• SMS support in Android runtime environment
• Clearly distinguish Android apps from native apps in Store
• Settings to disable/enable Quick call support in Phone app (from Settings->Apps->Phone)
• 'Clear clipboard' functionality
• Delete all contacts in one go ( via pulley menu option in People app settings)
• Improved recovery mode functionality introducing new features such as bootloader unlocking, shell and filesystem recovery options
• Exchange ActiveSync policies introduced ('DevicePasswordEnabled' only)
• Event location support to calendar events

According to Jolla, Sailfish OS users will see that Android applications will start with a certain delay, all depending on the number of such apps that have been installed. “Wait for a bit before you attempt to launch them. If the environment has not been fully loaded, you will experience apps closing on startup,” the company notes on its support website. Following the update, users will also see a variety of other improvements loaded on their devices, Jolla claims. Those who would like to learn more on what the new software release will bring along should head over to the aforementioned page on the company’s website for a full list of changes.

Jolla pushes out new Sailfish OS update
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