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The iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max are the first Apple phones to use AOD. But unlike Samsung's Galaxy phones, the iPhones can use full-screen photos as AOD, complete with a transition animation. Now, a new rumor (via @Tech_Reve) claims that the Galaxy Z Flip 5 will have the same kind of Always-On Display as the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max.
Interestingly, Samsung already allows users to add photos and custom images to the Always-On Display through the “Image Clock” option. However, this so-called Image Clock is limited to a small window rather than showcasing custom images, GIFs, and photos full-screen. Even so, if Samsung wants to offer users the option to set full-screen photos and GIFs as their AODs, the company is already halfway there.
The source isn't clear on the details and is unsure if this full-screen AOD feature will also be available for the Galaxy Z Fold 5 or other phones through the One UI 6 update. But assuming that Samsung will bring this full-screen AOD feature to the Galaxy Z Flip 5, it'll probably do so only for the cover display. Previous rumors say Samsung resized the Z Flip 5's cover display to fit almost the entire area of the half-shell.
Samsung should unveil the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Z Fold 5 later in August or September. Although, some rumors citing the company's manufacturing schedule for hinges say that the foldable phones may even be released early in July.
Mihai is a blogger and column writer at SamMobile. His first Samsung phone was an A800 which took a lot of beating, and a part of him still misses the novelty of the clamshell design. In his free time, he enjoys watching shows, documentaries, and stand-up comedy; listening to music, taking walks, and occasionally playing old(er) video games.
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