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One UI Daily Episode 5: New One UI 3.0 beta, One UI 2.5 for Galaxy Note 9, Galaxy Tab Active 3 November update, and more

Welcome to the One UI Daily, this episode will provide you all of the coverage of the One UI software updates rollout and its latest news for Samsung smartphones on November 18, 2020.
Related article: Everything about the Samsung One UI 3.0 – Eligible devices, beta update, features, and release date
1. One UI 3.0 beta for Galaxy S20 series in India
Samsung Galaxy S20 users in India have started receiving the fifth beta of One UI 3.0. READ MORE
2. Galaxy S20 One UI 3.0 beta in South Korea
Samsung is now providing One UI 3.0 Beta 6 for the Galaxy S20 series smartphones in its home country. For more information click here.
3. One UI 3.0 beta for Galaxy S20 series in UK and Germany
According to the latest information, Samsung is now rolling the latest One UI 3.0 beta for the Galaxy S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra users in Germany and U.K. Read More.
4. Sprint Galaxy S20 One UI 3.0 beta update
Samsung Galaxy S20 and Note 20 series devices are already experiencing the Android 11 based One UI 3.0 beta in the US. Now, Sprint rolling out a new One UI 3.0 beta build for the Galaxy S20 smartphone in the country. Read More
5. AT&T Galaxy Note 9 One UI 2.5 update
AT&T has recently rolled out a One UI 2.5 update for the Galaxy Note 9 devices in the US that brings a bunch of new features and October 2020 security patch. To know more click here.
6. Galaxy Tab Active 3 November 2020 update
Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 3 that launched in September this year receives its first update that brings the latest November 2020 security patch and more.
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Stories covered in One UI episode:
- Samsung Galaxy S20 series receiving latest One UI 3.0 Beta 5 in India
- Samsung rolling out One UI 3.0 Beta 6 for Galaxy S20 series in South Korea
- Samsung rolling out new One UI 3.0 beta update for Galaxy S20 series in UK and Germany
- Sprint Galaxy S20 series getting new One UI 3.0 beta update
- AT&T rolling out One UI 2.5 update for Samsung Galaxy Note 9
- Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 3 receives November 2020 security patch
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These One UI 7 features will make your old Galaxy device a new flagship

Samsung is optimizing many One UI 7 features that will make your Galaxy device like new. While the company is holding silence on the software’s availability, Galaxy users are patiently awaiting the One UI 7 as a promising update.
One UI 7 is set to bring many new features to older Galaxy devices. Recent developments suggest that select features will be expanded from the Galaxy S25 series, while others will debut as a core part of Samsung’s Android 15 update.
Galaxy S series devices that will receive One UI 7 update:
Samsung will deliver One UI 7 upgrade to the Galaxy S24 series, S23 series, S22 series, and S21 series. The Fan Edition models launched in between the flagships are also eligible, with the list including the S24 FE, S23 FE, and S21 FE.
Note that all features from the new S25 models won’t be offered on older devices. Nearly all design changes and revamped components will be expanded, however, features that require modern hardware will be absent.

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Here’s what could potentially be provided to older models:
One UI 7 features for older flagship devices:
New App Icons and UI Refinements: Visual revamps like Quick Settings, Notification Panel, new One UI app icons, and a fresh camera UX will be part of the update for older models to enhance the user interface.
Vertical App Drawer: The most-demanded feature for Apps Screen is highly anticipated to be available on all Galaxy models with One UI 7 update.

Vertical App Drawer
Now Bar: It will arrive as a core feature of One UI 7 software that allows users to access important notifications without unlocking the device, providing quick access to activities like Interpreter, Music, Recording, and Stopwatch.
AI Writing Tools: Enhanced writing assistance for emails, social media posts, and more could be introduced to older Galaxy S and Z series flagship models as part of helping users with spelling, grammar, and style.
Call Recording and Transcription: US residents may finally receive a Call Recording feature with AI-powered Transcriptions. One UI 7 Beta brings it to the Galaxy S24 series and more flagship models will likely get it with Stable update.
Galaxy S25 AI Features for Older Devices:
AI-powered Camera features: Camera enhancements like “Best Face” and “Log Video” may be expanded to existing flagships such as the Galaxy S24, S23, and S22 series with the One UI 7 update.
Audio Eraser: Samsung’s community moderator confirmed that the Audio Eraser will be added to Galaxy Studio and Gallery. It will allow you to enhance your videos by removing unnecessary noise, crowd, wind, music, and so on.
However, Galaxy S25’s Now Brief and Personal Data Engine might not be available on older devices due to hardware requirements.
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This one upgrade proves that One UI 7 is a major overhaul

One UI 7 comes with new features and UI/UX upgrades but there’s one change in this software that suggests that this new One UI version is a major overhaul rather than an incremental release.
One UI 7 has new charging animations, providing intriguing responses with rich animations. The company has focused on dynamic elements to bring this upgrade into smartphones.
It has two separate charging animations for locked and unlocked states. While locked, the phone will show you a Now Bar-based charging indicator on the bottom side.
The second animation will trigger when the phone is unlocked. It will expand from the battery icon in the status bar. This few-second expansion looks very interactive each time you initiate the charging.
So, what’s changed?
Since the early version, One UI had this circling charging indicator with the battery level in the center. It appears for 2-3 seconds and blocks the entire screen.
Unlike this old version, One UI 7’s two separate animations ensure unhinged visibility and don’t let you miss a single frame when you plug in a charger. Besides visibility, smooth animations add an extra layer of interest.
We’re one of the first to reveal these new charging animations and there’s another discovery that might have left overlooked, which eventually caught our attention.
Specifically, Samsung has not only introduced the new charging visuals on the phone’s runtime but also when the phone has no power at all.
In One UI 6 and prior, you will see a static white circle in the center of the blacked screen. It turns into a charging animation as soon as the battery reaches 1%.

One UI 6 power-off charging animation
Compared to this, a shutdown One UI 7 phone triggers a small round shape with a power icon. This screen soon transits into a Now Bar charging animation.

One UI 7 power-off charging animation
Why does this charging animation matter?
Samsung has been using its old charging indicator since One UI 2. Over the years, the company added gradient colors with minor optimizations.
This is the first time, the South Korean tech maker has overhauled the charging animation even when the phone is off.
Such changes also require changes in OS-level code change, which suggests that One UI 7 has received a major overhaul in the front and back end.
The software also hints at Samsung’s new approach to One UI, which focuses on an all-round experience. What’s your opinion on this matter, please let us know via our social media channels.
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One UI 7 delay raises questions on Samsung’s 7-year OS upgrade policy

A long list of Samsung devices are waiting for One UI 7 release but the stable software is nowhere near, this situation around the latest software is raising questions about the 7-year OS upgrade policy. One UI 7 delay raises questions on Samsung’s 7-year OS upgrade policy.
Over the past few years, Samsung has become the Android ecosystem’s front-line soldier. The company has ramped up its software support and become the first phone maker to offer a 7-year OS update alongside Google.
And Galaxy S24 series is at the center of this discussion. Launched in early 2024, these devices run One UI 6 out of the box and receive monthly security and system optimizations via over-the-air (OTA) software updates.
However, the South Korean tech company has tripped on the first year of this 7 major software update promise with One UI 7. Why? Because the company is running late in the rollout schedule compared to the previous software.
In the past two years, we’ve seen new enhancements in Samsung’s software testing but One UI 7 has made that progress look nothing. The One UI 7 beta opened in December exclusively for the S24 lineup.
The new software has intriguing user interface upgrades and smoother animations. As a beta user, I can say that the One UI 7 is by far the best software Samsung has ever released for its smartphones.

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These good words make the new One UI even more compelling for existing users and that’s where the disappointment begins.
The phone maker has not shared any updates on the One UI 7 stable release for eligible devices including flagships with the 7 OS upgrade promise.
Reports suggest One UI 7 beta program may continue until March or April. This timeline might only be related to S24. That’s not it, other 7-year OS upgrade devices including Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 are nowhere to be seen in this conversation.
In the meantime, Samsung introduced the S25 series as the newest member of the 7-year OS upgrade club. Interstingly, these phones offer One UI 7 out of the box. This scenario makes them only phones with a fully functional latest software.
It’s also reported that Samsung is still working on this software development and some work is left to be done especially on the optimizations side. This might also be holding the company back from releasing the new OS update to all users.
Even with this reason, the delay doesn’t sum up the customers’ wait for this new software release. Eventually, It’s up to Samsung to listen to its customers and increase efforts to deliver One UI 7 to build a trustworthy 7-year OS upgrade cycle.
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One UI 7 to introduce Now Bar, design upgrades and advanced customization for all Samsung phones

One UI 7 is highly likely to bring Now Bar, design upgrades, and most of the advanced customization features to all Samsung phones. Leaked promotional material indicates that even entry-level Galaxy phones will get rich UI.
Recently, a tipster revealed promo stuff of the Galaxy A06 5G. This phone could cost around $150 and ship with the latest software. The leaked image shows One UI 7 introduces the Now Bar, design revamp, and customization for all Samsung phones.
Experience of One UI 7 features and design may differ due to hardware. However, it’s great to know that almost every Samsung device will benefit from the significantly redesigned software, newly added features, and that iconic Now Bar.

Source – Abhishek Yadav
Now Bar is a smart addition to Samsung’s One UI 7 software interface. It’s designed to boost productivity by offering instant access to frequently used apps, features, and tools right from the lock screen of your Galaxy device.

Samsung One UI Now Bar
The new One UI 7 introduces a customizable Quick Settings panel with a single swipe from the top-right corner, inspired by iOS but with unique Samsung touches. One UI 6 had a less customizable, dual-swipe access.
One UI 7’s Notification Panel feels more intuitive with smoother animations and easier access to quick settings compared to One UI 6. It offers a cleaner look and enhanced customization for a better user experience.
- Quick Panel Separate | Image: SammyFans
- Notification Pane | Image: SammyFans
One UI 7 Update – When it’s coming?
One UI 7 update’s rollout schedule hasn’t been published by Samsung. Rumors suggest that the public distribution may start in late April or early May. The initial phase is highly likely to cover premium phones and foldables.
Once the release begins, Samsung will ramp up the distribution pace. The coverage of devices would increase sequentially and Galaxy users won’t have to wait much to receive the official version of the One UI 7, powered by Android 15.
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Leak: One UI 8 on fast track despite massive One UI 7 setback

Massive One UI 7 delays may not impact the One UI 8 update schedule. A Samsung insider just claimed that the next One UI version would arrive “sooner than we thought,” indicating that the Android 16 adoption will be on the fast track.
Tipster IceUniverse claims that the One UI 8 would launch sooner than expected. Google has shifted Android’s launch schedule to help OEMs. Samsung may also utilize the early arrival of Android 16 to benefit Galaxy devices.
Samsung is expected to integrate Decal Shader in the One UI 8. A recent finding from application codes revealed that the next version would bring back Touchwiz-like natural system animation and transition effects to Galaxy devices.
While the timeline is unknown, we can expect One UI 8 Beta around SDC25.
The company hasn’t yet started the One UI 7 update rollout. Google has just dropped the Android 16 Beta 2 for Pixel users. Samsung’s premium phones are still waiting for the Android 15 update, which was launched in October 2024.
Galaxy users are discussing the Android 15 update at a time when the Android 16 should have been the topic. There’s an anticipation that the continuous delay in the One UI 7 rollout would also lead the One UI 8 to be postponed.
However, the latest leak brings a piece of good news for Galaxy smartphone users. I feel it is illegal to talk about the One UI 8 at this stage when Samsung is keeping silent on the availability of the One UI 7 update for the premium Galaxy S24 series.
At present, the Korean tech giant is rumored to release three more Betas of One UI 7 to Galaxy S24 series. The next (4th) Beta may be available next week, while the fifth and sixth updates may be rolled out in March and April.
Disclaimer: This article contains information based on rumors. Please take this news with a pinch of salt, as it has not been officially confirmed. Details about tech products, features, or company strategies can change.
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