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Samsung has released a new update for the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 smartphones. This update includes the latest security patch for December 2024, improving the phone’s security and stability.
Key Updates:
- Security Enhancements: The update fixes over 45 security issues, including critical vulnerabilities from both Google and Samsung.
- Improved Stability: The update aims to make the phone run smoother and more reliably.
One UI 7 Now Bar:
- New Feature: One UI 7 introduces the “Now Bar,” a new feature that provides quick access to ongoing activities like music playback and charging status.
- Potential Placement Change: Samsung is considering changing the placement of the Now Bar on the lock screen based on user feedback.
- User Feedback: Some users have found the current bottom placement of the Now Bar to be less convenient on larger phones.
Next Steps:
- One UI 7 Beta: Samsung is currently testing One UI 7 Beta, which includes the Now Bar and other new features.
- User Input: Samsung is actively gathering user feedback on the Now Bar’s placement.
- Potential Changes: The final placement of the Now Bar may be adjusted in the stable release of One UI 7 based on user input.
This update is now available in Europe, Korea, and the US. To install the update, go to Settings > Software update > Download and install.
