Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5, Galaxy Z Flip 5 to debut with Android 13-based UI 5.1.1: report

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5 are expected to launch in August this year. While we haven’t heard anything from the South Korean brand about its 2023 foldable smartphones yet, a new report claims Samsung’s flagships will debut One UI 5.1.1 based on Google’s latest Android 13. . Firmware with One UI 5.1.1 would appear for model numbers SM-F731N and SM-F946N, which would be associated with the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5. They are expected to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC.

According to a report from SamMobile, the launch of Samsung Galaxy Z Fold and Galaxy Z Flip 5 will mark the release of the latest version of the company’s custom skin. Samsung is reportedly currently testing One UI 5.1.1 based on Android 13 on the next two foldable phones.

The South Korean variant of Galaxy Z Fold 5 (SM-F946N) and Galaxy Z Flip 5 (SM-F731N) was reportedly found with One UI 5.1.1. The former was seen with firmware version F731NKSU0AWD5, while the latter is said to be associated with firmware version F946NKSU0AWD5.

Samsung is expected to release One UI 5.1.1 to existing Galaxy smartphones and tablets a few days after the launch of the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5. It would bring improvements to stock apps, Galaxy ecosystem features, and Flex mode improvements.

Samsung One UI 5.1 was unveiled alongside the Samsung Galaxy S23 series in February. Besides Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+ and Galaxy S23 Ultra, the update also reaches other eligible Galaxy smartphones. It allows users to change hues while taking selfies and adds access to the Expert RAW feature. It also brings improvements to DeX mode, Bixby text calls, weather app, and gallery app.

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