Google Maps has joined the Now Bar party! The popular navigation app now supports Samsung’s innovative Now Bar feature on One UI 7, bringing richer, ongoing notifications to Galaxy users. Here’s everything you need to know about this exciting update.
The Now Bar is Samsung’s take on ongoing rich notifications, offering a seamless way to access live updates without unlocking your device. Introduced with One UI 7 (based on Android 15), the Now Bar shows live notifications right on the Always On Display, making it easier to stay informed at a glance.
Google Maps version v25.05.01.719889437 now supports the Now Bar functionality. This means users can access live navigation updates directly on the Always On Display, enhancing usability while on the go.
Interestingly, the exact version required is up for debate. While CID on X confirmed the feature with Google Maps v25.05.01.719889437, Tarun Vats claimed it works on v25.04.01.717254420. Either way, if you’re on One UI 7, you should start seeing this feature roll out.
The Now Bar with Google Maps is available on:
For Galaxy S24 users, Samsung hasn’t rolled out the stable One UI 7 update yet, but beta users can already enjoy this functionality.
The Now Bar is a game-changer, allowing you to access live updates without fully waking your phone. This feature is perfect for on-the-go navigation, and it’s likely we’ll see even more apps join in soon. With Samsung’s latest Galaxy S25 series hitting the market, features like these only add to the appeal.
Check out the new Galaxy S25 lineup and enjoy 7 years of software support and cutting-edge features:
Stay tuned for more updates as Samsung continues to push the boundaries of smart notifications!
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