Category: One UI updates

Samsung One UI 7 update has only arrived for a handful of phones. Most of these devices are in South Korea, and while we expect an expansion to other markets, a new Galaxy A55 One UI 7 beta update has been released. It’s probably the last beta update for the device.

The stable One UI 7 update is widely available, but only a handful of phones are getting it. We expect the A-series to join the party, but it seems the build is not ready, as a new beta build was released for the A55. It is currently the only phone in the series testing One UI 7, and perhaps some issues need to be resolved before the stable release.

Details of the new Galaxy A55 One UI 7 beta update

The build is available in India and comes with firmware version A556EXXU7ZYD7. The update size is 335.25MB. It comes with a few bug fixes: lightning on the battery icon, camera dual recording not available, and call disconnection when listening to MP3. Interestingly, the May 2025 security patch tags along to improve system security and resolve any security flaws.

Complete changes

Bugs that have been fixed

Fixed the ‘Lightning’ icon in the battery icon

Fixed an issue that is focused with any icon

when selected as a double tab in SIM icon change

Fixed Camera Dual Recording Unavailable Pop-up issue of a particular path

Fixed the issue of disconnection when receiving a call while listening to MP3 after connecting to a specific hearing aid

• Many other improvements

It’s probably the last beta build before the stable release, but one can never be sure. Galaxy S23 received only two beta builds, while Galaxy S24 received five. Hence, we cannot say whether the current Galaxy A55 One UI 7 beta update is the last. Nonetheless, we recommend installing the upgrade for a seamless transition to a stable build if you are part of the program.

Stable Galaxy A55 One UI 7 update

There is a chance the update starts to roll out in other regions tomorrow. You are never sure about Samsung especially as different countries have different releases scheduled. However, we do not expect the rollout till, at least next month, given the official release plan.

Meanwhile, there’s a chance we see the rollout start in some region before the scheduled date since each country seems to have a different release date. Hopefully, there won’t be an issue with the current build, as that will determine how fast Samsung releases the upgrade.

source: X (Tarun Vats )

Like other major upgrades, One UI 7 has its issues. The rollout started a few weeks ago but halted due to a problem with screen unlocking, but that seems to have been addressed. Samsung started the rollout again in Europe, but many users, especially Galaxy S24 series, are unable to download One UI 7.

A major software upgrade is one of the hardest things for smartphone companies, given that testing. Something might go wrong, resulting in the brand spending millions to fix the issue. That is why OTAs are staged to contain such scenarios. While a bug forced Samsung to stop the initial rollout, the problem this time might be server overload.

Users unable to download One UI 7 on the Galaxy S24

Earlier today, Samsung resumed the One UI 7 rollout for the Galaxy S24 series in Europe. Given that many people were expecting the update, it was not long before many moved to download it. Unfortunately, the experience has not been great, as many of them cannot download the update.

We have seen multiple reports on Reddit, X, and other social media platforms. They are about the same issue “Couldn’t install the update.” You would go about your business and try later, but that is not the case. This message keeps popping up, making it difficult to use the device.

What is causing the issue – Couldn’t install the update

Samsung has not said anything about the problem, but it could be due to server overload. Perhaps many people are queuing to download the update, then the error message.

We know it is not a serious problem and will get better with time, but it is not an issue we expect to hear about One UI 7. If you are experiencing this and are sure your cellular or Wi-Fi network is stable, you should try these fixes below.

How to fix unable to install One UI 7 on the Galaxy S24

Many people have been able to install the One UI 7 update on their Galaxy S24 after experiencing this issue. What they did was pause the update’s download process, restart their phone, and then start the download again. As usual, not everyone sees a positive outcome doing that, but you can at least try.

Another solution is to download the update using Smart Switch. Or wait for a few days, and hopefully, there will be less traffic on the server, allowing the download to go smoothly.

source: Sammobile

Samsung might have only started the wider rollout of the stable One UI 7 update, but it has not limited the development of future versions. We already know the company will not be rolling out a One UI 7.1.1 build, and they are already working on One UI 8. Meanwhile, work has started on One UI 8.5, a return of a point upgrade, but we are still months away from a possible release.

Samsung took time to develop One UI 7 due to all the changes that are coming with the build. That probably led to the cancellation of the One UI 7.1.1 upgrade, but it’s likely to return with the launch of the Galaxy S26. The series will arrive in January, so there’s still time for the development and possibly release.

What we know about One UI 8.5

Samsung has not commented on the report and we do not expect anything from them. Nevertheless, we understand they are working on One UI 8.5 to debut with the Galaxy S26 series. According to ICE Universe, the plan is to align One UI X with the latest Android build for its newest Foldables and One UI X.5 for its flagship S series.

That looks like the deal since reports of Samsung debuting the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 with Android 16-based One UI 8. The duo will arrive in July, a few weeks after the official release by Google. If that’s the case, moving forward, the latest S-series flagships will debut with a new One UI build, the same with Foldables, but only the latter will come with a new Android OS.

Features of One UI 8.5

With AI beginning to dominate smartphone features, One UI 8.5 will be expanding on that. We understand Samsung will introduce more Artificial intelligence with the build, but we do not know for sure what they will be. It’s still early to say as the company has not even finalized the development of One UI 8.

It’s fair to say that One UI 8.5 is still in early development and no features of the build are known yet. We believe after the release of Android 16, which it will be based on, we will get to know more. Of course, that will arrive on Samsung phones with One UI 8, expected to come pre-installed on the Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7.

When is One UI 8.5 rolling out?

If the reports are true, we expect Android 16-based One UI 8.5 to debut in January. The Galaxy S25 arrived pre-installed with Android 15-based One UI 7, and we expect the Galaxy S26 to debut with One UI 8.5. Hence, we expect One UI 8.5 to arrive in January 2026, though it might take a few weeks after that to arrive on other eligible phones.

source: SammyPolice

Samsung started the stable One UI 7 rollout earlier this month but had to halt the release due to some issues. We thought the delay would affect the timeframe for other devices, especially the Galaxy S23. The device was expected to receive the upgrade on April 22, but everything is still moving as planned.

Samsung has released the Galaxy S23 One UI 7 stable update. While it was Canadian units that were supposed to get that upgrade today, according to reports, though that might still happen, it’s those in South Korea reporting the arrival of the much-anticipated upgrade. Samsung has focused on beta testers, but we expect a wider rollout soon.

Galaxy S23 One UI 7 stable update

Samsung is rolling out a stable Android 15-based One UI 7 update for the Galaxy S23 series in South Korea. The update has a version number S91xNKSU6DYD9 and weighs about 5GB. However, those who participated in the beta preview are getting around a 1GB package. While introducing all the supported One UI 7 features, the update bumps the Android security patch level to April 2025 to resolve security flaws.

Samsung has redesigned the UI with new app icons, new widget styling, and additional widgets for the home screen and the lock screen. Animation has improved, while additional AI features were introduced. Of course, there have been bug fixes and system optimizations, but be sure to backup your data before installing the upgrade.

How to download Galaxy S23 One UI 7 stable update

Samsung is currently rolling out the update to those who participated in the beta preview. It will not be long before everyone starts getting it, but we think they might delay it to ensure the build is free from any issues. Nevertheless, you can check for the update via Settings>>Software update>>Download and install.

The update is rolling out for the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+, and Galaxy S23 Ultra. If you cannot see the update, your region or device is not getting it yet. It might take a few days before arriving on all eligible Galaxy S23 devices.

How to download Galaxy S23 One UI 7 firmware

Unfortunately, there is no available link to download the firmware just yet. We recommend waiting for review before installing the update, especially after the initial delays due to some bugs. Nonetheless, we will update this post to include the download link when it becomes available.

source: X(Tarun Vats)

With Google expected to release Android 16 in June, attention is slowly shifting to the next big Android update. Although most users have yet to receive the Android 15-based One UI 7 upgrade, many of them are already wondering if they are eligible for the One UI 8 upgrade. 

Samsung One UI 8 is based on Android 16, and we have seen a hands-on video of the Galaxy Z Flip6 running the upcoming update. It’s fair to ask which Samsung phones will get the One UI 8 update. It turns out many devices will be receiving the upgrade, but it’s still unclear when. 

When is the Samsung One UI 8 update rolling out?

Samsung might be planning to debut the Galaxy Z Flip7 and Galaxy Z Fold7 running Android 16-based One UI 8. They did the same thing with the Galaxy S25, and we believe it will continue with the upcoming Foldables units. We understand the devices will be arriving in July, and hence, we can say that Samsung might start rolling out One UI 8 in July 2025.

Meanwhile, the rollout might be a beta preview since the company is still working on One UI 7. It will be easier to release a new device with the latest OS rather than upgrading older phones, given the work required. Nevertheless, we expect One UI 8 to arrive on time since it does not bring many user-facing changes.

Samsung phones to receive One UI 8 update 

Of course, Samsung will release the official list towards the rollout time. Currently, these phones are expected to get an upgrade to One UI 8 based on the company’s update policy. Hence, there is a chance the units not listed will receive the update. 

Samsung Galaxy S-series phones to receive One UI 8 update 

Samsung will release the One UI 8 update to the Galaxy S25 before any device. They are already working on the build and we expect the beta preview to start soon. Below are other S-series flagships that will receive the upgrade. 

• Galaxy S25
• Galaxy S25+
• Galaxy S25 Ultra
• Galaxy S25 Edge
• Galaxy S24 Ultra
• Galaxy S24+
• Galaxy S24
• Galaxy S24 FE
• Galaxy S23 Ultra
• Galaxy S23+
• Galaxy S23
• Galaxy S23 FE
• Galaxy S22 Ultra
• Galaxy S22+
• Galaxy S22
• Galaxy S21 FE

Galaxy Z series phones to receive One UI 8 update 

The Galaxy Z Flip6 and Galaxy Z Fold6 are likely the first Samsung phones to run Android 16-based One UI 8. We understand both will debut with the build pre-installed. After their release, we expect other Z series phones to get the upgrade.

• Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition
• Galaxy Z Fold 6
• Galaxy Z Fold 5
• Galaxy Z Flip 6
• Galaxy Z Flip 5
• Galaxy Z Fold 4
• Galaxy Z Flip 4

Galaxy A series to receive One UI 8 update 

Samsung has a handful of Galaxy A series phones that will receive the One UI 8 update. With the line eligible for seven years of support, many of them will be upgraded. 

• Galaxy A73
• Galaxy A56
• Galaxy A55
• Galaxy A54
• Galaxy A53
• Galaxy A36
• Galaxy A35
• Galaxy A34
• Galaxy A33
• Galaxy A25
• Galaxy A24
• Galaxy A23
• Galaxy A15 (LTE+5G)
• Galaxy A14 (LTE+5G)
• Galaxy A16 (LTE+5G)
• Galaxy A06

Galaxy Tab to receive One UI 8

• Galaxy Tab S10+
• Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra
• Galaxy Tab S10 FE
• Galaxy Tab S10 FE+
• Galaxy Tab S9 FE+
• Galaxy Tab S9 FE
• Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra (Wi-Fi/5G)
• Galaxy Tab S9+ (Wi-Fi/5G)
• Galaxy Tab S9 (Wi-Fi/5G)
• Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra (Wi-Fi/5G)
• Galaxy Tab S8+ (Wi-Fi/5G)
• Galaxy Tab S8 (Wi-Fi/5G)
• Galaxy Tab A9
• Galaxy Tab A9+

Galaxy F series to receive One UI 8 

• Galaxy F55
• Galaxy F54
• Galaxy F34
• Galaxy F16
• Galaxy F15
• Galaxy F06

Galaxy M series to receive One UI 8

• Galaxy M56
• Galaxy M55s
• Galaxy M55
• Galaxy M54
• Galaxy M34
• Galaxy M53
• Galaxy M33
• Galaxy M16
• Galaxy M15
• Galaxy M06

Galaxy XCover series to receive One UI 8

• Galaxy XCover 7
• Galaxy XCover 7 Pro

source: Sammobile

Samsung has yet to complete the stable One UI 7 release. The rollout has started, but it is unclear when the company plans to complete it. There have been issues, and it was halted at some point. Nevertheless, it has not stopped the development of One UI 8, as the Korean company looks to compensate for the One UI 7 delays.

A few rumors about One UI 8 arriving earlier than previous releases have surfaced. That seems to be the case given that Google will release Android 16 in June, four months earlier than the Android 15 release. Samsung will deliver the next OS with One UI 80, which they are currently working on. We already saw some screenshots of the build, but we now have a hands-on video.

According to the video posted by Sammobile, they have managed to get the One UI 8 running on Galaxy Z Flip6. From the video, there are not many user-facing changes, something we already know. However, it confirms the extension of the Now Brief feature to older phones, as the Z Flip6 now supports it with One UI 8.

Of course, it’s an early build, probably for developers. There is a chance more features will be introduced as the preview goes on. Nevertheless, we do not expect many changes, especially after all the features the company is rolling out with One UI 7. The idea with One UI 8 will be to keep things as they are while introducing much-needed optimizations and a new Android OS upgrade.

When is Samsung launching One UI 8?

Samsung might release One UI 8-based Android 16 with the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7. The duo are expected to run Android 16 outside of the box. While we do not have an exact launch date, rumors say the device will arrive in July.

Google is expected to release Android 16 in June, just in time for Samsung to debut its upcoming Foldables running the update. Perhaps, it will be the same arrangement with the Galaxy S25, where the phones were released with beta builds that lacked some features. Subsequent updates are now introducing some of the features of stable One UI 7.

Nonetheless, we are still months from the stable One UI 8 release. Most phones are still in One UI 6.1 and waiting for One UI 7. We recommend focusing on the next update, which you can check here for when it will arrive for your device.

Samsung has started rolling out the stable One UI 7-based Android 15 update, but so far, the rollout is not encouraging. After months of beta releases, the Korean company had to pause the rollout due to a bug spotted in the build. However, they might be doing things differently with One UI 8, as a phone is already running the build, and it seems smooth.

We know Samsung is testing the Android 16-based One UI 8 build for a handful of phones. The Galaxy S25 appeared on the Geekbench benchmark database running the upcoming OS. And while we did not see a picture of the Android skin on the device, a new leak has surfaced with virtual. As expected, One UI 8 will not bring user-facing changes.

Android 15-based One UI 8 changes

Perhaps the reason One UI 7 took months before rolling out was due to all the user-facing changes. Samsung will not be doing that with One UI 8, as it will be charged with keeping things the way they are while bumping the OS version. Of course, the update will be based on Android 16, which might arrive for Pixel phones in June.

Meanwhile, the developer build of the One UI 8 was installed on the Galaxy Z Fold 6. From the screenshots we have seen, there are only minor changes. Most of it comes in the Gallery and File Manager app. We believe there might be other changes considering this is an early build. Samsung will probably add more features as the preview progresses.

Samsung might introduce the “Now Brief” feature to older phones with the release of One UI 8. It is unclear which phones will get it, but we can confirm it will be coming to the Galaxy Z Fold 6 since the current One UI 8 build is installed on the device.

When will Samsung release One UI 8 update?

Unfortunately, there is no official time frame yet, but we expect the release in July. Samsung plans to release the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 with Android 16, which will be based on One UI 8. It means they are already working on the update, as the duo will debut in July.

We expect the public beta preview to start before the release at least for the Galaxy S25 series. And given only minor changes will be coming with the update, we expect a quick beta preview compared to the One UI 7.

source: Smartprix

Samsung started the stable One UI 7 update release early this month. The rollout is still exclusive to premium phones launched last year. However, it seems the company will soon release the update to older models, which will see the Galaxy S23 series start getting the much-anticipated upgrade.

The Galaxy S23 stable One UI 7 update is expected to start rolling out this month, according to Samsung. However, the Korean company didn’t give an exact date, and coupled with the recent development of pulling the build from its servers, many users have been left wondering whether the upgrade will still arrive for the Galaxy S23 this month. Samsung is still on track to release the update, according to the latest report.

A Canadian Carrier, Telus, has seemingly released the exact date of the Galaxy S23 stable One UI 7 update rollout. According to the release schedule published by the company yesterday, the Galaxy S23 series phones will start getting the Android 15-based One UI 7 update on April 22. That’s seven days from today, but it might just be for the Canadian region.

Meanwhile, there’s a chance the update starts rolling out before the date, as some regions get a major upgrade faster than others. Perhaps we might see those in Korea start getting the upgrade when Samsung resumes the rollout after halting it due to a bug.

Samsung Galaxy S23 stable One UI 7 update release plan

Samsung Galaxy S23 started testing the Android 15-based One UI 7 update last month. It has only been a few weeks of testing compared to the Galaxy S24 series, which previewed the build for months. Even at that, a bug was spotted that made Samsung halt the rollout.

The recent development might delay the Galaxy S23 stable One UI 7 update release, as the company might take additional time to look at the build. We hope that won’t be the case but it is likely to affect the release. Perhaps they will start the rollout in a few regions to ensure there is no issue before a wider rollout.

After upgrading the Galaxy S23, Samsung will release the update for the Galaxy Z Fold 5, Galaxy S24 FE, Galaxy Tab S10+ and Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra. All these phones are expected to receive a stable One UI 7 this month.

Of course, the rollout will continue next month till July. Hopefully, it will be swift once it starts rolling out again. Currently, Samsung has stopped the rollout as an issue was detected in the build released for the Galaxy S24 series in Korea.

source: Sammobile

Samsung started the One UI 7 stable release a few days ago for its flagship phones in select regions. The update arrived in South Korea before making it to Europe. What seemed to be a happy time for Samsung users quickly turned into confusion as Samsung pulled the build from their servers, halting the release.

It took Samsung over six months to release the Android 15-based One UI 7 update after the official release by Google. We had over five beta builds, which took several weeks, but somehow, Samsung could not detect this bug, which resulted in halting the One UI 7 release.

Why did Samsung halt the One UI 7 stable release?

Samsung pulled the build from its servers a few days ago. At that time, we did not know the reasons for their actions, but we do now. According to Ice Universe, a bug was detected, which forced the company to stop rolling out the update. The bug was spotted on the S24 series in Korea. As a result, the company pulled the update from their servers in China, Europe, South Korea, and the US.

Apparently, some users cannot unlock their phones after installing the stable One UI 7 update in South Korea. It is a serious bug as it makes the phone useless since the owner cannot unlock it. We believed the screen unlock problem to be the reason Samsung had to halt the One UI 7 rollout.

What happens with the One UI 7 rollout now?

It depends on how long it takes Samsung to resolve this issue. Also, if the bug is present in the build for other regions. If the screen unlock issue is exclusive to Korean users, we expect the rollout to restart in other countries in the coming days.

Nonetheless, it is disappointing that after over five months of testing, including an internal preview, Samsung did not spot this bug. Now, users have to wait even longer to receive an update that was officially released almost six months ago. We hope they resolve the problem on time and restart the rollout.

How will this affect the One UI 8 release?

We do not expect the current predicament to affect the release of One UI 8. They are different builds, and we understand some progress has been made in the development. Interestingly, Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 are expected to run the build outside of the box, which is based on Android 15.

source(s): Sammobile.

Samsung kept its promise of rolling out a stable One UI 7 update on April 7. The release started in Korea and only arrived in the US and Europe a few days ago. As expected, the update is exclusive to flagship phones, and while we expect the rollout to extend to older models, Samsung did not say when for German users. However, we now have some information regarding the release plan in the region.

The Samsung One UI 7 release schedule in Germany does not look surprising. According to the image posted on Twitter, some eligible phones will wait until July before upgrading to Android 15 with One UI 7. By then, Pixel users will be running Android 16. Nevertheless, it’s better late than never, which is why you should check the release plan below if you are in Germany.

Official Samsung One UI 7 release plan in Germany

The stable rollout has started in Germany for the Galaxy S24 Ultra, Galaxy S24+, Galaxy S24, Galaxy Z Fold 6, and Galaxy Z Flip 6. These devices are expected to get the Android 15-based One UI 7 upgrade this month. From June, Samsung will roll out the update to more phones, including Galaxy S23, and others.

• April 2025 – Galaxy Z Fold 6, Galaxy Z Flip 6, Galaxy S24 Ultra, Galaxy S24+, Galaxy S24.
• May 2025 – Galaxy Z Fold 5, Galaxy Z Fold 4, Galaxy Z Fold 3, Galaxy Z Flip 5, Galaxy Z Flip 4, Galaxy Z Flip 3, Galaxy S24 FE, Galaxy S23 Ultra, Galaxy S23+, Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy S22 Ultra, Galaxy S22+, Galaxy S22, Galaxy S21 Ultra, Galaxy S21+, Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 FE, Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra, Galaxy Tab S10+, Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, Galaxy Tab S9+, Galaxy Tab S9, Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra, Galaxy Tab S8+, Galaxy Tab S8.
• June 2025 – Galaxy A55, Galaxy A54, Galaxy A53, Galaxy A35, Galaxy A34, Galaxy A33, Galaxy A25, Galaxy A16, Galaxy A15, Galaxy A14, Galaxy M53, Galaxy M33, Galaxy XCover 7, Galaxy XCover 6 Pro, Galaxy Tab S9 FE, Galaxy S9 FE+, Galaxy Tab S6 Lite, Galaxy Tab Active 5, Galaxy Tab Active 4 Pro, Galaxy Tab A9+
• July 2025 – Galaxy Tab A9.

Meanwhile, Samsung will not wait until One UI 7 arrives on these phones before working on One UI 8 (Android 16). We understand the company is already testing the build for multiple phones, including the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7. The duo will run the build outside of the box, while preview for the Galaxy S25 series has started as well.

Samsung might have temporarily stopped One UI 7 rollout in Europe

If you received the update earlier but cannot find it again, there’s a report that Samsung might have pulled it back. According to Sammobile, only the European units are affected, hinting it could be an issue with the Exynos version of the phones getting the upgrade. If you are in the US, the update is available in that region, as seen on Samsung servers.

It is too early to say what the issue might be. We hope to get a confirmation on Monday, but it will be better to avoid the upgrade if you have not downloaded it yet for those in Europe. Perhaps after confirming why it was suspended and doesn’t seem to be a big issue, you can install the build.

source: Tarun Vats (X)