Google Maps Integration Boosts Now Bar Experience with One UI 7

Google Maps Now Supports the Now Bar on One UI 7

Google Maps has joined the growing list of apps that support the Now Bar feature on Samsung’s One UI 7. This feature allows for ongoing, rich notifications that can be accessed directly from the Always-On Display. Here’s what you need to know.

What is the Now Bar?

The Now Bar is a feature introduced by Samsung on One UI 7, which allows for ongoing, rich notifications that can be accessed directly from the Always-On Display. This feature was first seen on iOS 16 with Live Activities and has since been adopted by several Android OEMs, including Samsung.

Google Maps Now Bar Support

Google Maps has recently updated to support the Now Bar feature on One UI 7. This means that users with compatible devices can now access Google Maps’ ongoing notifications directly from the Always-On Display. The feature is currently available on the Galaxy S25 series and the Galaxy S24 series with the One UI 7 beta.

How to Access the Now Bar on Google Maps

To access the Now Bar on Google Maps, you’ll need to have the app updated to the latest version (v25.05.01.719889437) and be running One UI 7 on your Samsung device. Once you’ve met these requirements, you can access the Now Bar by long-pressing on the Always-On Display and selecting the Google Maps icon.

What Does the Now Bar Look Like on Google Maps?

The Now Bar on Google Maps displays ongoing, rich notifications that provide users with real-time updates on their navigation. These notifications can include information such as estimated arrival times, traffic updates, and more.

Will More Apps Join the Now Bar Party?

Yes, more apps are likely to join the Now Bar party with their ongoing notifications. As customers start receiving their new Galaxy S25 series smartphones, we can expect to see more apps adopting this feature.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Series Deals

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• Samsung Galaxy S25: 12GB RAM, vastly improved software, and 7 years of support.
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• Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus: Snapdragon 8 Elite power, 12GB RAM, and 7 years of software support.

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