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Samsung One UI 7 Progress and 9 Key Developments
Samsung One UI 7 has made much progress and noted key developments over the past few months. The company is on the verge of releasing the Beta Program ahead of the Stable rollout 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 operating system.
1. Endless Delay
One UI 7 Beta was assumed to start in late July or early August. However, 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 tons of rumors about One UI 7. The internet was filled with screenshots and clips allegedly taken from the new software. But, the reality is, that One UI 7 is still not available on the Beta channel.
3. SDC24 – The first official appearance
Samsung confirmed SDC24 to be held in early October. Following endless delays in Beta, it was determined that the SDC stage would bring key details to the table. Samsung did exactly that but stretched the endless wait further.
It was 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. First Beta build spotted
Samsung uploaded the first One UI 7 Beta firmware on its server. It was spotted on November 12 for the Galaxy S24 Ultra in the US and Europe. It’s 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.
9. 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.
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.
Samsung One UI 7 will introduce crazy innovations to the animation segment. While Galaxy users want iOS-like reliable animations, Samsung has reportedly made great progress in offering a refreshed and appealing user experience.
Tipster IceUniverse shared key details about Samsung One UI 7 Beta animations. The source has also highlighted that the changes that appear in the Beta version would be adjusted as per the consumer feedback and suggestions.
One UI 7 Animation Innovations
On-screen animation to debut a soothing wallpaper shrinking effect. When you unlock, the software will render a bouncing effect. Spring rebound animation has been applied to the aspect when you pull down from the interface.
One UI 7 continues the non-linear (interruptable) animations. Opening an app from the home screen and closing from the home gesture will offer an elegant appearance. The rapid app opening and closing animation/transition is also enhanced.
Your Galaxy’s system Settings have also added micro-animation and a new return animation effect. Home screen and lock screen widgets will also be fueled with rich effects as well as elastic animations for real-time notifications.
Here’s a brief exploration of what’s possible in the upcoming software:
Screen-on:
- The screen-on animation is a soothing wallpaper shrinking effect
Unlocking:
- The unlocking animation is a bouncing effect
Pull-down:
- The pull-down animation adds a spring rebound animation
App opening on the home screen:
- The home screen app opening animation adds a more non-linear floating feeling
App closing on the home screen:
- The home screen app return animation adds an icon pattern zoom effect
Continuous app opening and closing:
- Parallel animation for opening multiple apps continuously
Return to home from app:
- Full animation for sliding the app sideways to return to the home screen
In-Settings:
- Click any button to add a press rebound micro-animation and a new return animation effect
Widgets:
- Transition animations and new UI for widgets such as lock screen music
Notifications:
- Add elastic animations for real-time notifications in the home screen notification bar.
Without sharing the video, the leaker revealed detailed info about animation. It is expected that the first One UI 7 Beta will debut a never-before-seen experience on Galaxies. There would be transitional enhancements across the software.
Samsung could release One UI 7 Beta this month, while Public rollout will start early next year.
Samsung One UI 7 reportedly introduces the NowBar live activities feature. It brings interactive pill-shaped live activities on the lock screen. Now, the design elements of Samsung One UI 7 NowBar have been revealed in a leak.
iOS 18 features Live Activities through Dynamic Island. Samsung seemingly copied the functionality in the One UI 7. When enabled, Galaxy users will get important information at a glance right on the lock screen.
X users TechKhaled_ leaked alleged One UI 7 NowBar screenshots. The images showcase the appearance of Samsung’s live activities feature. The array of eligible apps and services includes Samsung Clock’s Timer and Voice Recorder.
NowBar renders a pill between the left and right lock screen shortcuts. The UI elements feature a blurred background to increase overlay visibility. The pill will also display an app icon, key info via text, and real-time key information.
Apps that require displaying frequent notifications usually opt for live activities. You can take Android’s phone call timer pill as a general example. Samsung is up-leveling the game with the introduction of the visually rich NowBar.
Apart from Clock and Recorder, many stock and third-party apps may be supported. It’s rumored that the NowBar can be disabled through settings. This way, you will be able to restrict the visual appearance of your Galaxy lock screen.
Samsung could release the One UI 7 Beta tomorrow. The company is set to hold the SDC24 Korea on November 21, 2024. It’s expected that the One UI Beta Program may be announced for the Galaxy S24 series for a handful of countries.
Samsung is moving forward with the One UI 7 Beta development and the Galaxy S24 series will be the first to try it. However, it’s not just the new Galaxy S24 models that will get the update soon. Recent reports show that Samsung is also rapidly working on the update for the Galaxy S23 series.
A new test firmware S91xBXXU7DXKM has been spotted on Samsung’s servers, indicating that One UI 7.0 is already being internally tested for the Galaxy S23. While it’s true that One UI 7 has been seen on a Galaxy S23 Ultra since July, it’s only now that test versions for the S23 series are showing up on the servers.
Recently, the standard Galaxy S23 model was spotted running Android 15-based One UI 7 with promising benchmarking scores. The device achieved 2109 in single-core and 5555 in multi-core tests. These scores indicate that One UI 7 will deliver smoother performance, better efficiency, and enhanced multitasking.
Samsung is expected to release the One UI 7 beta program later this year. After that, users of the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+, and S23 Ultra will likely get the chance to test the new software, along with devices like the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6.
Aside from this, Samsung is going to release the stable One UI 7 Beta with the Galaxy S25 series next year. Then, the company will expand the stable update to more devices.
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