Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 to get new privacy feature while other users face beta bugs

Samsung is currently working on its next big software update, and there is a mix of good and bad news for Galaxy users. The upcoming One UI 8.5 update is set to bring a very helpful privacy tool specifically for the Galaxy Z Flip 7. This new feature will allow users to quickly lower the call volume directly from the small cover screen. Usually, when you answer a call while the phone is closed, the speakers are quite loud, which can be awkward in public. This new button will let you quiet the call instantly so people nearby can’t hear your conversation.

At the same time, Samsung has officially opened the One UI 8.5 beta program in several countries, including South Korea, the United States, Germany, and India. This allows people to test the new software before everyone else. However, testing new software often comes with problems. Some users who have installed the beta on their Galaxy S25 are reporting that the Expert RAW camera app has stopped working correctly. Additionally, there are reports of the phones getting too hot and running slowly after the latest update. Samsung is already looking into these issues to fix them before the final version comes out.

While some are testing the newest features, other users are dealing with bugs on older software. Many people using the Galaxy A73 have noticed a frustrating problem with their call volume after updating to One UI 8. The volume during phone calls is reportedly very low, making it hard to hear the person on the other end, even when it is turned all the way up. Samsung is aware of this glitch and is expected to release a fix soon.

Samsung is trying to balance adding exciting new tools for its folding phones while trying to iron out the wrinkles in its software for older models. If you are using a Galaxy device, it might be a good idea to keep an eye out for these upcoming patches and updates to ensure your phone runs smoothly.