Samsung’s One UI 7, powered by Android 15, is hitting more Galaxy devices soon. Next week, a bunch of popular Samsung models should see the One UI 7 rollout worldwide, bringing fresh features and a slick new look.

From April 28 to May 4, 2025, expect the Galaxy S23 series, Galaxy S24 FE, Galaxy Z Flip5, Galaxy Z Fold5, and Galaxy Tab S9 series to grab One UI 7 globally. Some US users, like those on Verizon, already got it.

• Your region or carrier might tweak the timing a bit.

One UI 7 brings a polished interface, revamped widgets, and a lock screen with a handy Now Bar for live updates. Galaxy AI perks, like Writing Assist and Drawing Assist, boost your productivity. Plus, it packs April 2025 security patches.

Want to check for the update? Head to Settings, tap Software Update, then hit Download and Install. Make sure you’re on Wi-Fi with enough battery—the update’s about 5GB. Back up your stuff first, just in case.

The Galaxy S24 series, Galaxy Z Flip6, Z Fold6, and Galaxy Tab S10 series are also getting wider rollouts. These devices kicked off with One UI 7 in early April, covering places like South Korea, the US, and Europe.

Samsung hit a snag in April with a lock screen glitch on some Galaxy S24 units. They fixed it quickly and kept rolling out updates to flagships and top-tier tablets. Mid-range Galaxy A-series updates are slated for June.

Note: The April 28 to May 4 schedule for Samsung One UI 7 rollout comes from recent reports but could shift depending on your region or carrier. Double-check availability in your device’s settings or Samsung’s official channels.

Samsung‘s One UI 7 enhanced the Internet Browser app with a revamped icon and new features. However, it seems this wasn’t enough, as Samsung is reportedly preparing massive interface changes with One UI 8.

Samsung Internet Browser is currently testing a major UI overhaul, likely arriving with the One UI 8 update. The redesign features dynamic colors, blur effects, and a refreshed layout across the home screen, icon customization, and menu interface.

Additionally, there are changes to the URL bar, wallpaper background, and menu options. Inspired by One UI 8’s aesthetic, Samsung Internet gives a modern and elegant look.

Let’s take a closer look at what’s new in the Samsung Internet Browser with One UI 8, compared to One UI 7. Notably, these changes are based on a testing One UI 8 version of the app recently spotted and have not yet been officially confirmed by Samsung.

Menu on Webpage

Samsung Internet Browser’s Menu UI on webpage in One UI 8 looks much cleaner and easier to use compared to One UI 7.

In One UI 8, the menu is smaller and shows only the most important options at the bottom of the screen, making it faster to find what you need. In One UI 7, the menu displayed a lot more options at once, which could feel a bit crowded and confusing.

Moreover, there are some highlighted blue-labeled icons for important options in the first row of the menu. You can swipe to see more options. Additionally, you can see a preview of the webpage at the top of the menu, along with the share button.

Samsung Internet Menu on Webpage – One UI 8 (Left) and One UI 7 (Right)

Home Layout

The Home layout of the Samsung Internet Browser app in One UI 8 features a search bar with the text “Search or enter URL,” similar to One UI 7, but its placement has changed. In One UI 8, it is no longer at the very top but is positioned about one-quarter of the way down the screen. The search bar now has a pill-shaped design.

Below it, there are quick access icons such as Google, Galaxy Shop, and more, similar to One UI 7. At the bottom, a “Privacy” section displays the message: “Protected you from 1 tracking attempt this week.” The background now features a wallpaper instead of the previous plain light gray.

Samsung Internet Browser Home – One UI 8 (Left) and One UI 7 (Right)

One UI 8 has removed the “For You” section that used to appear below the quick access icons. This section previously included tabs like Videos, News, and others. However, there is still an option to filter content at the top right. One UI 8 enhances the layout with a cleaner look while maintaining core elements like the search bar, quick access icons, and the privacy section on the home interface of the app.

Menu UI on Home

In the Samsung Internet Browser’s menu on the home screen, One UI 8 introduces a cleaner and more minimalistic design compared to One UI 7, similar to the menu on webpages. The background in One UI 8 is slightly blurred and transparent, blending nicely with the home wallpaper and giving the interface a lighter, more modern feel.

Samsung Internet Browser Menu UI on Home – One UI 8 (Left) and One UI 7 (Right)

Customize Menu

In One UI 8, the customize menu looks much cleaner and more organized. The buttons are divided into three clear sections – Menu, Toolbar, and Available buttons. It’s easy to see where everything is and move buttons around by just dragging them. There’s also a small preview at the bottom that shows what your toolbar will look like.

In One UI 7, all the buttons are placed together in one big area. The design in One UI 8 is simpler, with bigger icons and more space between them.

Samsung Internet Browser Customize Menu – One UI 8 (Left) and One UI 7 (Right)

In the upcoming One UI 8, you can expect these amazing UI changes on the Samsung Internet Browser app.

Samsung’s One UI 8 will be based on Android 16, and it could introduce a helpful security feature that blocks USB devices when your phone is locked. Google is adding this feature to Advanced Protection Mode with Android 16, which stops hackers from accessing your phone through USB connections.

If you’ve ever worried about someone accessing your data when your phone is locked, this feature might give you peace of mind. With the One UI 8 update, if your phone is locked, any USB device reportedly won’t be able to connect or send data to your device until it’s unlocked.

This is useful if your phone gets lost or stolen, and someone tries to hack into it using a USB tool. Only after unlocking the phone and plugging the USB device back in will it start working.

Image via Android Authority

When activated, your phone will warn you about “suspicious USB activity” if someone tries to connect a USB device while your phone is locked. You would need to unlock your phone and reconnect the device to use it.

The USB blocking security feature is designed to protect you from USB-based attacks, where hackers could plug in a USB device to break into your phone. Although this feature isn’t available yet in One UI 8, it’s a part of Android 16, and Samsung could include it in the next major update.

After updating to One UI 7, some Galaxy users noticed that their phone’s Always On Display (AOD) looks different. If you’re using a theme from the Galaxy Store, the AOD style from that theme might now show up by default, even if you don’t like it. But Samsung offers features by which you can change or remove AOD on your One UI 7 devices.

To change or remove AOD on the lock screen, you can use an app called Good Lock, which is available from the Galaxy Store. Inside Good Lock, you’ll need to use a feature called LockStar. This lets you change how your lock screen and AOD look.

Here’s how to do it:

Go to the Galaxy Store and install Good Lock if you haven’t already. Then, install the Samsung LockStar module on your devices.

• Open LockStar and tap Edit.
• Choose the ‘Always On Display’ option by tapping on it.
• Now you can change or remove items on your AOD screen, like clocks or images from the theme.

This gives you more control over how your AOD looks, instead of using the one that came with the theme. Moreover, if you don’t want your lock screen background to appear on AOD, you can also remove that.

For removing background, you just need to open Settings >> Lock screen and AOD >> Always On Display >> turn off “Show Lock Screen background.” Now you have full control over your AOD in One UI 7, just the way you want it.

New Samsung Always On Display update fixes cover screen and widget issues

If you’re using a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6, Flip6, or Tab S10, you might have noticed that the new One UI 7 Home Up module from Good Lock isn’t available yet.

Originally scheduled for early April, the Home Up module is yet to be rolled out for Galaxy Z Flip6, Z Fold6, and Tab S10 series running One UI 7. The good news? Samsung is close to releasing Home Up for these devices, expected in early next month.

One UI 7’s Home Up is popular for its DIY home screen options and personalized user experience. Until now, Home Up has been limited to the S series, but the demand for Home Up has grown as One UI 7 is now available on various devices.

Samsung’s team has been working to adapt Home Up for foldables and tablets.

For foldables like the Z Fold6 and Flip6, a feature called “Cover Screen Mirroring” is in development to customize the cover display. Tablets like the Tab S10 need support for both landscape and portrait modes, adding complexity.

Samsung initially aimed to release Home Up for foldables and tablets by early April 2025.

However, the current project reveals that it’s still under renewal, with a message saying it “will return soon.” The updated timeline points to early May 2025, as Samsung finalizes the module for One UI 7 compatibility.

With the new Home Up, you will be able to customize home screen layouts, tweak gestures, and use Cover Screen Mirroring on foldables. For tablets, expect a seamless experience in both orientations, enhancing multitasking and personalization.