Samsung’s Ocean Mode is now washing up on the Galaxy Z Fold 7

Source: Android Authority

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TL;DR

• Samsung recently brought Ocean Mode to the Galaxy S25 Ultra.
• The company has now given the underwater photography mode to the Galaxy Z Fold 7.
• Samsung recommends putting your foldable in an underwater case first.

Overview

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is not waterproof, but it can handle a quick dip in some water with its IP48 rating. If you’re interested in taking underwater photos, you should protect it by placing the foldable in a submersible case and then enable Samsung’s Ocean Mode.

Back in early 2025, Samsung created an exclusive photo mode on the Galaxy S24 Ultra called Ocean Mode. This photo mode was previously reserved for oceanographers, but Samsung later made it publicly available on the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Earlier this week, the feature rolled out to Expert RAW (version 5.0.08.2) for Galaxy S25 Ultra devices running the One UI 8.5 beta. We can now confirm that the photo mode has also been added for the Galaxy Z Fold 7.

What makes Ocean Mode special?

Ocean Mode is designed to enhance underwater photos by using tools such as:

• Automatic color correction
• Motion‑blur reduction
• Interval shooting (continuous shots at 2‑, 5‑, or 10‑second intervals)

When you select the photo mode, you’ll receive a warning advising you to use underwater housing for your Galaxy Z Fold 7. Using an underwater case lowers the risk of potential damage, especially if you plan on diving into the ocean. Keep in mind that the foldable is not protected from saltwater exposure.