Samsung says One UI 7 is coming to Galaxy S series phones 'imminently'

Some of the new widgets in One UI 7 Beta 2 running on a Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
(Image credit: Nicholas Sutrich / Android Central)

What you need to know

  • Samsung confirmed in a blog post that One UI 7 (Android 15) will hit eligible Galaxy S series phones in Q1 2025.
  • The company states that its beta program for the software was successful and that testers "praised" its UI designed and other Galaxy AI features.
  • Samsung recently confirmed that One UI 7 will bring a "Personal Data Engine," a "Now Bar," and more.
  • The Galaxy S25 series launches on January 22.

With Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event only a day away, the company is confirming a bit of news we've all been waiting on.

In a Newsroom post (Korean), Samsung confirmed that One UI 7 (Android 15) is preparing to launch on eligible Galaxy S series phones in Q1 2025 (via Android Police). Unfortunately, the post didn't state which devices are slated primed to receive this update; however, the Galaxy S24 series and the S23 will likely see the upgrade.

The company adds that while the One UI 7 upgrade will hit eligible Galaxy S devices in Q1, other "existing" Galaxy devices will receive it "thereafter." So, perhaps this means that devices like its foldables and tablets are waiting until Q2 or later.

Samsung continues by highlighting a successful One UI 7 beta program period. The company states that as the program began on December 5, it filled up "more than twice as fast as the previous One UI 6" beta. The company adds that many of the beta user comments were about its redesigned UI and "improved usability."

The post stepped into its Galaxy AI world, to which Samsung says were "praised." Specifically, the company says its updated "Writing Assist" feature was particularly positioned in the testers' good favor.

One UI 7 Beta 2 running on a Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra

(Image credit: Nicholas Sutrich / Android Central)

Samsung's beta program for its Android 15 skin continued as users received a third portion of it earlier in January. The update introduced a host of bug fixes and improvements for various features concerning the software. The OS Game Booster brought in a change to the playback default setting, 120Hz setting, and more. One uI 7's third beta also included the vertical app drawer alongside an updated scrolling interface.

Elsewhere, Samsung has been busy confirming and highlighting several new features in One UI 7, such as a multimodal upgrade for Sketch to Image. The company states that the software will let users draw with an S Pen or type the description of an image they'd like Galaxy AI to create. This was wrapped in Samsung's supposed quest for a "true AI companion," which could mean more for Bixby, too.

Samsung is also ramping up the privacy/security of One UI 7 for users through the new "Personal Data Engine." The engine is backed by Knox Vault and is said to store a user's private information in a "secure place" when utilizing its on-device AI services. Then, there's the "Now Bar," which will find a home on the Galaxy S25's lock screen. The small widget will be deeply integrated with a user's apps and plans to deliver curated suggestions for the day.

With One UI 7 confirmed to hit more Galaxy S series phones in Q1, the big day is only one sleep away as Unpacked is slated for January 22. For now, check out our ultimate guide to the Galaxy S25 series to get ready.

Nickolas Diaz
News Writer

Nickolas is always excited about tech and getting his hands on it. Writing for him can vary from delivering the latest tech story to scribbling in his journal. When Nickolas isn't hitting a story, he's often grinding away at a game or chilling with a book in his hand.

You must confirm your public display name before commenting

Please logout and then login again, you will then be prompted to enter your display name.

Read more
Some of the new widgets in One UI 7 Beta 2 running on a Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Samsung finally sets a date for the One UI 7 launch
Some of the new widgets in One UI 7 Beta 2 running on a Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Samsung says One UI 7 will launch in April, announces beta programs for more devices
One UI 7 welcome screen on the Galaxy Z Flip 6, sitting in front of colorful plants
One UI 7 arrives on April 10 in the US — three days later than the global release
Getting the One UI 7 Beta 5 update on a Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Samsung expands list of Galaxy phones and tablets set to get One UI 7
The Samsung Galaxy S25 lock screen
How many software updates will the Samsung Galaxy S25 get?
The backs of the Samsung Galaxy S24, S24 Plus, and S24 Ultra in different colorways
Samsung's February 2025 patch for Galaxy S24 arrives amid One UI 7 delays
Latest in Apps & Software
The Google Maps logo at the Google Maps Street View Garage
Google Maps might predict more than just the traffic for you soon
Top Charts in the Play Store on the Galaxy S25 Ultra
Google Play Store will get more tools to protect users from scammy apps
Google Gemini Image Query on Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Gemini could soon allow you to upload multiple images in a single prompt
Google Maps on Android Auto
Gemini could soon replace Google Assistant in Android Auto 14.0
Gemini 2.5 Pro graphics and benchmark results.
Gemini 2.5 Pro is Google's latest AI model with thinking and multimodality built-in
View of the lock screen on the Galaxy S25 Ultra
Samsung wants third-party apps to be compatible with Now Bar
Latest in News
The Google Maps logo at the Google Maps Street View Garage
Google Maps might predict more than just the traffic for you soon
Top Charts in the Play Store on the Galaxy S25 Ultra
Google Play Store will get more tools to protect users from scammy apps
Google Gemini Image Query on Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Gemini could soon allow you to upload multiple images in a single prompt
Google Maps on Android Auto
Gemini could soon replace Google Assistant in Android Auto 14.0
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 on cobblestone road
One UI 7 Beta 3 for the Galaxy Z Flip 6, Fold 6 brings two notable AI additions
Gemini 2.5 Pro graphics and benchmark results.
Gemini 2.5 Pro is Google's latest AI model with thinking and multimodality built-in