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Google Maps now supports Galaxy S24 series’ Now Bar much more useful
Samsung changed the Now Bar settings page with the One UI 7 beta 3 updates by removing the deleted Voice Recorder, Health, Google Maps, Samsung Notes, and, Bixby. Now seems that the Korean tech giant is slowly adding “Google Maps” on the Galaxy S25 and Galax S24 series’ Now Bar on the lock screen.
Recently, Google Maps received a new update with version number 25.05.01.719889437, which supports the Now Bar on the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S25 series’ lock screen. This development suggests that the company will soon release the stable One UI 7 update for the Galaxy S24 series in the coming days.
Once you’ve entered an address on Google Maps and started navigation, just lock your phone and the directions will transfer to the Now bar. A single tap will open a pill-shaped card, giving you more detailed information about your next turn. Also, you can end navigation from the Now bar once you’ve completed your trip.
Previous repeats suggest that the Korean tech giant would release the official version of One UI 7 for older Galaxy devices, including the Galaxy S24 series gradually after February 7. On January 22, the Samsung Galaxy S25 series launched with One UI 7 software update. The Galaxy S25 lineup will officially hit stores on February 7.
With the Galaxy S25 series, Samsung has also expanded the One UI 7 Now bar functionality by introducing Now Brief, you can get a personalized briefing of specific content that gets updated in the brief card throughout the day.
Additionally, a user recently shared an image that reveals that the Galaxy S25 series with One UI 7 now supports live activities on AOD (Always On Display) with the Now Bar.
Currently, the Now Bar feature is only available for Galaxy S24 beta users and the S25 series. We expect Samsung to bring this feature to older Galaxy devices including the Galaxy S24 series when the stable One UI 7 update rollout begins.
Samsung has resumed the One UI 8 rollout for Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S23 users in Korea. After a brief pause to fix initial bugs, the tech giant has started rolling out the much-awaited update, bringing a new user experience to its flagship lineup.
The One UI 8 update weighs over 298.31 MB, with versions ending with CYJ3 for Galaxy S24, and Galaxy S23 is getting the EYJ7 version, as well as the October 2025 security patch
The Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S23 devices are receiving the update notification. Galaxy users can check for the update via Settings > Software Update. Samsung advises ensuring a stable Wi-Fi connection and a sufficient battery before installing.
Android 16 brings improved performance, smoother animations, and new customization options. Moreover, the company has also worked on improving stability, fixing bugs, and improving battery life.
Samsung Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S23 owners can now enjoy the latest bug-free version. As the deployment expands, more regions and devices are expected to receive One UI 8 in the coming weeks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 started getting the Android 16-based One UI 8 update. The Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 receive four major Android OS updates and five years of security updates. It shipped with Android 12L, and the company’s 2022 flagship foldables are now receiving their last major OS upgrade.
One UI 8 update is available for the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 on Verizon in the US. The software will expand gradually to owners of the company’s 2022 flagship foldables around the world.
One UI 8, the major software has plenty of new features and enhancements for your Galaxy tablet. Samsung has also included the latest October 2025 patch as part of improve security. You can identify the update via build versions:
- Galaxy Z Fold 4 – F936USQU8IYIF
- Galaxy Z Flip 4 – F721USQU8IYIF
One UI 8 is a major upgrade, which you can access by visiting the Software Update page. Launch Settings, then go to Software Update and Download and Install. Before proceeding, make sure the connection is stable and the battery is more than 50%.
This software update includes new Galaxy AI features and improvements to user experience, performance, security, and privacy. For more information, click here
Samsung has officially released the One UI 8 update for the Galaxy Tab S10 Lite, Galaxy A06 5G, and Galaxy F17 5G smartphones. The update is based on Android 16 and obtains new features, a new design, and improved performance. Users of these devices in South Korea and India have started receiving the update.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Lite, A06 5G, and F17 5G. upgraded with One UI 8 (Android 16) update.
The Galaxy A06 5G is receiving One UI 8 with firmware version A066BXXU3BYI8, while the Galaxy F17 5G is receiving firmware version E176BXXU2BYID. Along with One UI 8, it also includes the September 2025 security patch, which fixes bugs and makes the phone more secure.
Based on Android 16, the One UI 8 update brings several useful improvements. The update offers a cleaner and more modern user interface, smoother animations, and faster performance. It furthermore adds better privacy controls, more smart features, and improved battery life.
Samsung has also made some changes to make using the phone easier and more enjoyable. Galaxy users can download the update to their devices by going to Settings >> Software update >> Download and install.
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