Samsung One UI 7 has made much progress over the past few months. The company is on the verge of releasing the Beta Program, while the Stable rollout is scheduled for early 2025. This page consists of the key progress and developments of the Samsung One UI 7 update, powered by the Android 15.
1. Endless Delay
Samsung’s Android 15-based One UI 7 Beta was assumed to start in late July or early August. The company has planned a major change in its software schedule; pushing the Beta to the “end of the year” and Stable to “early next year” release.
2. Tons of One UI 7 rumors
During the July and August period, there were a lot of rumors about One UI 7. The Internet was filled with screenshots and clips taken from the new software. But, the reality is, that One UI 7 is still not available, even on the Beta channel.
3. SDC24 – The first official appearance
Back in August, Samsung confirmed SDC24 to be held in early October. Following endless delays in Beta, it was assumed that the SDC stage would bring key details to the table. Samsung did exactly that but stretched the endless wait for One UI 7 further.
Samsung officially announced that the One UI 7 focuses on a design philosophy, aiming to be:
- Simple. Aiming for purposeful simplicity across the UI.
- Impactful. Creating a new signature impression for One UI.
- Emotive. Creating UI elements, like a new blur engine, that elicit a positive emotional response from users.
The software was teased briefly, bringing a brand-new interface and revamped icons. CodeLabs variant was made available for SDC participants. It filled the internet again with One UI 7 images and videos – but everything won’t pen out.
4. Fresh new look to the entire interface
Samsung’s Sally announced at SDC that the One UI 7 will bring a fresh new look to the entire interface. It was proved when a handful of screenshots and video clips popped up online, displaying various design changes compared to the CodeLabs model.
“We’re exploring a brand new UX design,” Sally said. “One UI 7 will bring a fresh new look to the entire interface,” she added.
During internal testing, the One UI 7 significantly revamped the user interface components such as Quick Settings and Notification Panel. The typography is also refined to match the brand-new looks and appearance of Samsung’s Android 15 update.
5. Icons redefined
One UI 7 has made drastic changes in icons of apps including Samsung Phone, Samsung Messages, Samsung Internet, My Files, Gallery, Calculator, Samsung Cloud, Samsung Contacts, Settings, Samsung Camera, Samsung Clock, and FM Radio.
I still believe all of the current icons won’t live on until the Stable release. As soon as the Beta kicks off, consumers will drop their feedback. Samsung Notes app’s icon is already on most users’ radar, and more likely to appear during Beta.
6. Beta builds spotted
Earlier this month, Samsung uploaded the first One UI 7 Beta on its firmware server. It was spotted on November 12 for the Galaxy S24 Ultra in the US and Europe. It was a significant development as we eagerly anticipate the Beta to be announced.
7. One UI 7 elements land on Galaxy Books
Samsung dropped some One UI 7 design elements on Galaxy Book laptops. The Galaxy Book Experience app has adopted a handful of new design components derived from the upcoming One UI 7 software with its latest update.
8. Apps and Services welcoming One UI 7
One UI 7 Beta could start soon as Samsung apps and services are getting ready. Many apps displaying in-app notices, revealing potential changes in One UI 7 such as the separation of Deco Pic from Camera and the renaming of AI Emoji to Galaxy Avatar.
Wrapping up! As the Beta is coming way too late, I wish for a seamless testing activity. Samsung should take some more time in evaluation before dropping the first Beta to avoid the least chance of device brick and functional faults.
Galaxy AI upgrade freeze
It is rumored that the full-fledged Galaxy AI update will only release with One UI 7.1. That said, the One UI 7 focuses on interface and design changes. AI-powered features will be introduced in new flagships and some will be expanded to older ones.
One UI 7.1 could come with AI Summary and AI Emoji features. A system-wide Galaxy AI integration is also in demand by Samsung users. This way, Galaxy phones will seamlessly function with all the AI-powered bells and whistles.
