Phones
Samsung and Google show off apps optimized for Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Fold 5
Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 are the latest foldable smartphones by Samsung. In order to make the most of the foldable phone’s large/cover screen, Samsung partnered with Google to optimize apps. And in a recent development, Samsung Thailand showcased some of the foldable optimized apps.
To enhance the user experience better and more comfortable. which can be seen that the apps were developed especially for smartphones with foldable screens, whether it’s Line, Google Maps, Google Weather, Google Keep, and YouTube Music apps, as well as many other apps.
LINE
LINE is an app that Thai people know well. Besides being able to easily communicate with both sending messages and calling friends and family when you use it on the Galaxy Z Fold 5, there will be a change in the way you use it.
When the screen is unfolded, LINE will divide the layout into two windows, making it possible to see both active chats on the left side and conversation details with the selected friend on the right side.
This layout makes it easier to keep track of all conversations and to easily switch between conversations. If a user has multiple conversations, it’s easy to view new messages and quickly switch to the chat you want.
Google Maps
A travel aid that allows quick access to maps and route information with a large 3.4-inch external screen that can provide complete details at 60Hz screen speed and can check routes or find locations without turning on the screen. To be difficult Discover convenience with the Galaxy Z Flip 5.
Google Weather
Users can access Google Weather simply by tapping the app. The temperature on the Galaxy Z Fold 5 home screen or on the weather widget. When the phone is folded, it shows the weather forecast on one screen.
When unfolded, the screen will adjust the display of various information in the form of two windows; the left side shows the 10-day forecast, and the right side shows both hourly forecasts.
Google Keep
When the user unfolds the Galaxy Z Fold 5 screen, Google Keep transforms into two windows. All saved notes can be viewed on the left side and can edit checklists. On the right, Google Keep can flexibly switch and choose from different viewing angles. Enhance the efficiency of use to the fullest.
Google Calendar
The Google Calendar app launches a new, completely customizable layout. This allows users to view various information simultaneously on the large screen and users can view the monthly calendar on the left screen or details of various daily activities on the right screen.
YouTube Music
YouTube Music app enhances the experience of listening to music on the big screen. When the user listens to music, they can see lyrics or related content next to the music controls. in order to have a realistic music listening experience.
There are also apps SideChef, Deezer, Calm, Peloton, and more that have been designed to be suitable for use on foldable smartphones like the Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5.
Statements
Samsung:
“ Samsung is very pleased that Google has developed an application that supports foldable screen smartphones like the Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 that help make the use and presentation of information easier. continuously and provide even more fun from use Including being able to increase efficiency in use Makes users receive maximum convenience from This smartphone has a foldable screen,” said Ms. Penphanga Suthimonthon, Head of Customer Relationship Management. Smartphone Business Group, Thai Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Google:
“The Google app development team is passionate about developing and improving apps. To be able to use it better and easier to use. To help users of this foldable screen smartphone get the most efficient user experience, Google has developed more than 50 applications for all users to take advantage of. Maximum from a larger screen,” said Ms. Wanvisah Mingcharoen, Head of Platform & Ecosystems, Thailand and Malaysia, Google Asia Pacific Company Limited.