Samsung has released a new update for the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Galaxy Z Fold 7 smartphones, which installs the December 2025 security patch update to improve system security and stability. According to reports, the update is already live for users in Korea, and the company will soon release it in other countries as well.

The December 2025 security update for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 smartphones has arrived with One UI build versions F966NKSS6AYKE and F766NKSS6AYKE. This is an initial rollout, so it may take a few hours or days to reach all models.

The December 2025 security patch fixes 57 security vulnerabilities present in the previous version of the OS.

Notably, this update is based on Android 16 and One UI 8. And the device is eligible for One UI 8.5 beta based on Android 16. On December 08, Samsung opened the beta program for the next version of One UI 8.5 only to the Galaxy S25 series. Plus, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the Galaxy Z Flip 7 will be the next devices in line.

Although the exact release date hasn’t been revealed yet, it’s expected to be released sometime in December 2025. The company plans to begin the stable rollout of One UI 8.5 with the Galaxy S26 series next year. More users will receive the update shortly afterward.

So, if you are using the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the Galaxy Z Flip 7 smartphone, install the latest security update now to make your device ready for future updates. The next update could be One UI 8.5 Beta.

To manually check for security updates, go to your phone’s settings. At the bottom, you’ll find the Software Update section; simply open it. In the submenu, if your device receives a new OTA update, you’ll need to tap the Download and Install button.

Samsung has unlocked several productive features with One UI 8.5, but are you aware of the “Private Album” tool in the Gallery app? Yes, it’s a new hidden feature that the company didn’t mention in the changelog. But it offers several useful benefits for device owners.

As the name suggests, the Private Album feature in the One UI 8.5 Gallery app hides sensitive photos and videos in your private album so that they don’t appear in the gallery or other apps.

Following long-standing demand and interest from fans, Samsung is finally introducing a private album feature that Galaxy users have been requesting for years. Until now, the only way for Galaxy users to hide sensitive photos and videos on their Galaxy devices was the Secure Folder.

Now let’s see how you can use the One UI 8.5 private album in the Gallery app.

Before proceeding, users should ensure their device is running the latest One UI software version. The One UI 8.5 build is currently only available for a limited number of eligible devices. However, Huawei may soon bring these impressive improvements to more models.

To begin with, open the Gallery app. Select desired images. Once done, tap More (⋮), click on the Move to private album in the toolbar below.

How to access a private album in the Gallery app.

Galaxy users can access their private albums by tapping the menu button on the home screen of the Gallery app. It unlocks with your fingerprint or whatever screen lock method you use, providing enhanced privacy. However, Samsung disables the screenshot functionality within this feature for added security.

After numerous rumors and leaks, Samsung has finally started rolling out the One UI 8.5 beta update based on Android 16 for the Galaxy S25 series, bringing enhanced productivity, privacy, and performance across the Galaxy ecosystem. This update allows you to try out new features before they are officially released.

Now, One UI 8.5 beta is available for the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25 Ultra in the US, Korea, and Germany. Upon registration, a new OTA will pop up, and you can identify the update via the PDA build version that ends with ZYL8,3 for the Galaxy S25 series.

To join the One UI 8.5 Beta Program, navigate to the Samsung Members app, followed by One UI Beta registrations. Proceed as the page requires, provide your consent to the terms and conditions, and finish registration by tapping on “Enroll.”

Now, you’ll need to download and install the beta firmware, which requires manual operation. Open the Settings > Software Update page and tap Download and Install. Ensure your phone has a sufficient battery and is connected to a stable network.

One UI 8.5 Beta is built on Android 16, which introduces plenty of new features, enhanced Galaxy AI tools, improved user interface, and enhanced productivity, privacy, and performance across the Galaxy ecosystem. As you receive the Beta build, you may encounter bugs and battery-draining issues.

One UI 8.5 Beta is introducing new and easier ways to create with Photo Assist, connect with Storage Share, Quick Share, and Audio Broadcast, and stay safe with Theft Protection.

Since the beta program has now launched in your country, you can sign up for testing activities. After doing so, your Galaxy device will receive an over-the-air update that will install the new OS in its beta version.