Samsung has introduced the highly anticipated One UI 5.1.1 update in conjunction with the release of Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Flip 5. This update, which accentuates features tailored for foldable devices and expansive screens, is now being extended to earlier generations of Galaxy foldables and tablets.
Commencing its rollout today, the One UI 5.1.1 update from Samsung introduces an array of refinements and enhancements to the company’s proprietary Android 13 interface.
A notable improvement lies in the updated “Flex Panel” function on Galaxy foldables. This feature can now be activated through a conveniently placed pop-up button when the device is in a partially folded state. Moreover, Flex Panel’s media controls now offer an advanced 10-second fast forward and rewind feature, accompanied by the ability to navigate through the media’s progress bar.
Furthermore, both foldable devices and tablets will now support background content playback and the option to view content through a pop-up window on the Samsung Internet browser. This update also introduces an innovative two-handed drag-and-drop gesture, facilitating seamless movement of files and diverse content between applications. For instance, users can effortlessly transfer images from the Gallery app to Messages.
Incorporating Android’s taskbar feature, One UI 5.1.1 now empowers Galaxy Z Fold and tablet users to conveniently access up to four recent apps, assuming there are four vacant slots.
Rolling out today, the One UI 5.1.1 update encompasses a comprehensive range of devices, including:
- Galaxy Z Fold 4
- Galaxy Z Fold 3
- Galaxy Z Fold 2
- Galaxy Z Flip 4
- Galaxy Z Flip 3
- Galaxy Z Flip 5G
- Galaxy Z Flip
- Galaxy Tab S8
- Galaxy Tab S8+
- Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S7
- Galaxy Tab S7+
- Galaxy Tab S7 FE
- Galaxy Tab S6 Lite
- Galaxy Tab A8
- Galaxy Tab A7 Lite
- Galaxy Tab Active 3
- Galaxy Tab Active 4 Pro
Simultaneously, Samsung is unveiling the One UI 5 Watch update for Galaxy Watch models based on Wear OS, coinciding with the update featured on the Galaxy Watch 6.
