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Samsung One UI 7: A closer look at fresh design and enhanced customization
Samsung’s upcoming major software update, One UI 7, based on Android 15, is set to introduce comprehensive design and functionality changes for the Galaxy devices starting in early 2025. Let’s move to a closer look at the fresh design and enhanced customization.
While writing this article, I reviewed the SDC announcement, hands-on videos, several unofficial leaked videos of the One UI 7.0 beta, and numerous other sources.
Camera App:
The camera app is redesigned for easier one-handed use, with settings and controls now located at the bottom of the screen for easy accessibility.
Quick Settings and Notifications:
There’s a new quick settings panel, which is now fully customizable. This includes a new volume control location and a split notification panel for a clutter-free experience.
New Icons:
We are going to see new themed icons, featuring a redesigned camera icon among others, aiming for a more modern look.
Battery and Charging:
There’s a new pill-shaped battery icon and an updated charging animation that appears when the device is locked.
Volume and Brightness Controls:
The Volume and Brightness control bar has been added within the compact quick panel for easier adjustments.
Animations and Smoothness:
The interface feels smoother now, with fresh animations making everything you do seem quicker and more responsive. There’s a new animation for various interactions like charging and unlocking.
Customization
You can now personalize your lock screen with more options than ever, from clock styles to wallpapers, including dynamic or interactive elements. There’s likely a broader range of widgets available.
Beta and Release:
A new build has been spotted, indicating ongoing development. The official release of One UI 7, based on Android 15, is expected in early 2025, with beta programs likely starting by the end of 2024 for flagship models like the Galaxy S24 series.
Device Compatibility:
The One UI 7 will be available to a wide range of devices, from the latest Galaxy S and Z series to older models and even some from the A and M series, along with tablets.
Above, I tried to include important design changes like the camera app layout, quick settings customization, new icons, to functional updates like battery visuals and enhanced animations. I’ll revise this article with any new details about One UI 7.0 as soon as I hear more from a credible source or official newsroom.
Since mid-June 2024, Samsung has been running the One UI 6 Watch Beta Program for Galaxy watches, including the Galaxy Watch 6, Watch 5, and Watch 4 series. After four months and eight beta releases, the stable update of One UI 6 Watch is finally available for the Samsung Galaxy Watch series.
If you’ve been part of the beta testing, it’s time to switch to the stable update. The final beta version arrives on Galaxy Watches with a firmware version ending with BXJ5.
By installing the stable version, Galaxy Watch users will ensure their watch is ready for future updates. Remember, if you continue using the beta software after the program ends, you won’t receive any new updates.
If you are still testing beta, install the stable update now and enjoy the full benefits of One UI 6 Watch on your Samsung Galaxy Watch. It is an initial release so it may take some hours or days to reach all beta testers. You can check it through the Galaxy Wearable app by connecting your watch to your smartphone.
One UI 6 Watch Features
One UI 6 Watch update brings many exciting features to improve your watch experience. Samsung adds a Health energy tool that helps you know when you’re ready to exercise or when it’s best to rest. There’s also a new sleep analysis feature that tracks your heart rate, breathing, and how long it takes you to fall asleep.
Moreover, you can customize your workouts with specific goals for different exercises. The update also introduces new gestures for quick actions, making it easier to answer calls and scroll through notifications. Now, you can save images from messages and quickly access your favorite emojis.
New default fonts keep your watch looking fresh, and a power-saving mode helps extend battery life by limiting health features. Additionally, when you play music, your watch will connect seamlessly to Bluetooth headphones or speakers.
BREAKING: Samsung releases Stable One UI 6 Watch (Wear OS 5) for Galaxy Watch 6
One UI 7 Beta hasn’t yet been released but someone installed it and spoiled the mystery. A video posted on YouTube showcases a Galaxy S24 Ultra running the unreleased One UI 7 with brand-new icons, interface tweaks, and a lot more.
YouTuber MobilewalaBhai revealed the One UI 7 interface and features ahead of launch. The new software comes with brand-new UI components, smooth and reliable animations, new dynamic icons, and pretty much to explore.
Home Screen, Apps Screen, and Icons:
It appears Samsung has updated many app icons as there are many differences from the ones we’ve seen during the SDC24. The Home Screen has added new types of widgets with rich features and the Notification panel also added a large pill design.
Quick Settings:
The Quick Settings panel in One UI 7 is much more refined and useful compared to the One UI 6. Samsung also worked on background transparency and blur settings so the components and layout look even more dynamic.
Samsung Camera:
In-app settings of Samsung Camera are now easily accessible. One UI 7 brings all the useful toggles and switches to the bottom side. This change significantly elevates the user experience as all imp keys are now close to the hand.
Charging Animation:
One UI 7 introduces a brand new charging animation for the home and lock screen. A dynamic pill appears when the charger is connected. The pill doubles as the charging bar indicator showing the charging underway beside the percentage.
The Green pill turns Grey and shows the estimated time remaining in full charge. If you connect charging when your phone is unlocked, the battery indicator will enlarge slightly and turn Green indicating the charging is on.
You can watch the hands-on video here/ credits – MobilewalaBhai.
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After long testing of 8 Beta updates, Samsung has finally released the stable One UI 6 Watch update for the Galaxy Watches. The update is rolling out for Galaxy Watch 6 and Galaxy Watch 6 Classic users who participated in the Watch Beta.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 series can verify the stable One UI 6 Watch update through the build version ending with BXJ5. The installation package size is around 140MB. The update is currently live for users in the US and will soon be available for all beta and regular users.
The stable One UI 6 Watch update introduces several enhanced features to improve the user experience. This update promises to enrich the smartwatch experience for beta testers by offering enhanced navigation options, improved health tracking capabilities, and greater customization for watch faces
Beta users need to install the final version as future updates will not be available to those who continue using beta software after the program closes.
To download and install the update, beta testers can follow a few simple steps. Open the Galaxy Wearable app, go to Galaxy Watch, select Watch settings, and then click on Watch software update to download and install the new version.
As the beta program ends, Samsung has shared some important notes for testers that no new beta versions will be released and Samsung will not provide official responses to feedback anymore. Users will also lose access to reviews and suggestions made during the beta phase.
If you have any issues after the official update, you can still submit your experience through the Samsung Members app.
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