Samsung Updates Fold 5 and Flip 5, Discounts Fold 7 and Flip 7

Samsung has begun rolling out its November 2025 Android security update to the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5, addressing 34 vulnerabilities as the company continues to support its earlier foldable models. The update, which started in South Korea, includes 25 fixes from Google and nine from Samsung targeting One UI issues, with two classified as critical and the rest as high-risk. Neither device uses an Exynos processor, so related patches do not apply. No new features accompany the release, which carries firmware versions F946NKSS5FYK3 for the Fold 5 and F731NKSS5FYK3 for the Flip 5. The update is deploying in phases and expanding to other markets, with users able to check manually through device settings.

This software maintenance comes amid aggressive promotions on Samsung's latest foldables, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7, as retailers gear up for Black Friday. The Z Flip 7, a compact clamshell design, is available directly from Samsung for $799.99 after a $300 discount, applicable to all colors without a trade-in. With an Exynos 2500 processor and 12GB of RAM, it handles demanding tasks smoothly. Its 6.9-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X internal display offers Full HD...