hello. This is Technologytodaynow. SDC 2024 was held not long ago. There has been news about the new OneUI 7 that will be installed on the Galaxy S25, so in this article, we will quickly and simply summarize the related information.
OneUI 7 new features and design changes
OneUI 7 beta release schedule
This time, OneUI 7 will be released in a different way than previous versions of OneUI 6. Unlike previous versions, this update will be beta tested first for developers only. While the existing OneUI 6 was officially released after going through a public beta, OneUI 7 will only be available for developers starting later this year, and the official version of OneUI 7 will be the first to support the Galaxy S25 series to be released early next year.
Therefore, like Apple, when a new OneUI is released, the policy seems to be completely changed to proceed with beta only for developers, and to release the official version in time for a new flagship.
- Developer Beta Release Date: OneUI 7 Developer Beta Set To Go On Around December, According to IT Leaker Ice Universe
- Public beta availability: TBD
- Officially released: Coming soon to the Galaxy S25 series.
OneUI 7 design changes
OneUI 7 has not been released yet, but the S24 Ultra with OneUI 7 was on display as a test model at the SDC site, and one UI 7’s design changes could be seen in the displayed model. While it has icons similar to previously leaked information, the new design is mainly highlighted in the form of a square.
And according to the Ice Universe, there’s still a lot of time left and it’s still under development, so these parts are likely to change enough.
- Icon: Similar design to the original OneUI 6
- App list search bar: The search bar in the app list box has been repositioned from the top in OneUI 6 to the bottom in OneUI 7
- Squarecle Design: Volume Control, Apply to Brightness Control Tab, Change Top Bar Battery Icon
- Quick Panel: Design changes, improve visuals
Beta testing and update schedule
The OneUI 7 beta is currently being tested first on the S24 series, which will then be followed by the Fold 6 and Flip 6. However, plans for a public beta for the general consumer have yet to be revealed. The official OneUI 7 update is expected to apply to older devices after the release of the Galaxy S25 series.
- Device under test: S24 Series
- Next devices to be tested: Fold 6, Flip 6
Expectations and outlook for OneUI 7
Because OneUI 7 is still in development and not even in developer beta, it’s possible that the OneUI 7 on display at SDC will have significant design and feature changes. In particular, icons and UI elements have not yet been fully finalized, so there may be additional changes even after the developer beta. So it’s best to take this with a grain of salt.
After the Galaxy S25 series launches, we expect older devices to receive the OneUI 7 update in turn, so we’ll keep you updated on any new features and design changes.