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One UI 4.0 adds advanced customization capabilities and privacy controls

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Samsung’s One UI user interface brings an integrated mobile experience to Galaxy smartphones with simpler and easier interaction and clean and elegant design. And, the One UI 4 beta participants will be able to experience customizable capabilities and privacy controls that give them the ability to design their best mobile experience – the one that best suits their individual needs and allows them to express themselves.

With a One UI 4, users get customization options all the time. The wealth of themes options allow users to customize the appearance and performance of their device, providing them with tools to customize their home screens, icons, notifications, wallpapers and much more. However, here, we are discussing the Device Care and Privacy feature of the device in One UI 4.0.

Samsung One UI 4.0 Device Care

Battery issues are a major reason to look at the Device Care menu, now it has an intuitive interface to help you quickly diagnose issues with your phone. The primary screen now highlights both battery life and safety issues. The complete status of the phone is now displayed as emoji, instead of just green points, making it easy to determine how things are going at a glance.

If you see any problems with your device, you can go directly to the Samsung Members check-up from Device Care. Try the diagnostic tests to find out what the problem is and get suggestions for solving it.

The option to protect your battery by limiting the charging to 85% now appears in the Device Care menu. This option has been added to the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3, introduced with One UI 3.1.1, so it makes sense to see it in One UI 4 for other devices.

Samsung One UI 4.0 Privacy Feature

Some of the most significant improvements in the One UI 4 focus on privacy. The new Permission Usage History menu allows you to view all permissions used by each application over time. You can easily disable the camera, location, and microphone permissions directly within the menu.

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Now you get pop-ups in all apps asking if you want to get notifications. This may be a little annoying, but it’s better than turning on notifications or turning off all apps automatically.

When you talk about pop-ups, you will also get one each time the app asks to use your location. You can choose between the exact location or the approximate location of each application. For apps that only need to know your general location, such as weather apps, you can allow access to your location so they can determine your exact location.

A green dot will now appear in the upper-hand corner of the screen when the app uses the camera or microphone to see if the app is recording without your permission. You can also use the quick settings controls to temporarily block all applications from using the camera or microphone.

When you copy and paste sensitive information such as credit cards, you can now be notified if any application accesses the information stored on your clipboard. It seems that privacy has been a major issue for Google in its Android 12 update, which is why we are seeing these great new privacy features extend to Samsung’s One UI 4 software.

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Samsung Galaxy S24 FE blessed with One UI 7 features in Europe

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Samsung is now speedily rolling out the One UI 7 update to several Galaxy devices. At the moment, Samsung Galaxy S24 FE users in Europe are getting an Android 15-based One UI 7 update.

The major update adds several new features and improvements to provide a next-level experience. It installs the April 2025 security patch to improve system security and stability.

Users of the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE smartphone can verify the One UI 7 update in Europe through One UI build version S721BXXU3BYD9 and an installation package size of around 5.1GB. The company will soon make this update available in all countries.

One UI 7 update for Samsung Galaxy S24 FE revamps the whole interface for a visually appealing look. Notably, it brings a vertical scrolling app drawer, redesigned icons, better widget customization options, larger home screen folders, and a new user interface.

Samsung Galaxy S24 FE One UI 7

Moreover, it adds several Galaxy AI features derived from the Galaxy S25 series, including the advanced Writing and Drawing Assist. It also includes new security features to make your device more protected.

Additionally, the update brings new designs for various apps, which further improve the overall look and feel of the system. You can now enjoy several new functions of the Good Lock to customize your device as per your preference.

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If you are using the Galaxy S24 FE smartphone, install the latest update now through Settings >> Software Update >> Download and install.

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One UI 7 (Android 15) now live for US Unlocked Galaxy S23 series

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Samsung is now expanding the Stable Android 15-based One UI 7 update to carrier-unlocked Galaxy S23 series in the US.

One UI 7 isn’t just a software update, but it’s an upgrade that has plenty of stuff. Samsung is bringing the latest features to the 2023 flagship lineup after a successful rollout by a handful of network carriers in the country.

Owners of carrier-unlocked Galaxy S23 series can identify the One UI 7 update through the PDA version number ending with DYD9 in the US. The notification may be a bit late, but you can also proceed manually via system Settings.

  • Galaxy S23 – S911U1UEU6DYD9
  • S23 Plus – S916U1UEU6DYD9
  • S23 Ultra – S918U1UEU6DYD9

Samsung’s One UI 7 has a new Now Bar and Live Notifications feature. These tools keep you updated with real-time updates right on the home screen, lock screen, and status bar.

Quick Settings and Notification Panel have also been revamped to refresh your Galaxy’s appearance. Quick panel has also added tools that let you customize the layout and toggles as per your preference.

Samsung One UI 7 Quick Panel

The stock Phone (Dialer) app has also added the Call Transcribe feature. Now, US residents can utilize call recording, which is also integrated with AI transcription. You don’t have to listen to the recording; transcriptions will be presented.

These are just a little of what the One UI 7 update has to offer to your Galaxy smartphone. The changelog contains 71 newly added (or enhanced) features, ranging from productivity, accessibility, Galaxy AI, and customization.

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Samsung is finally doing something about One UI 7.0 we’ve wanted for months

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Samsung has shifted gear for One UI 7.0 rollout with an expansion for previously released smartphones, something that we wanted to see for months.

One UI 7.0 is a landmark software with a new UI design, better animations, smoother interactions and immersive personalizations features. These upgrades make the software compelling for previous generation of devices and also the most hyped One UI version released to date.

However, this anticipation later becomes a burden for users tagged with disappointment. To understand this scenario, we have to dive into a brief history lesson.

Samsung started the One UI 7.0 beta program in December, three months later than One UI 6.0 beta (in August 2023), for the Galaxy S24 series.

Afters a few beta OTA rollout, Samsung paused new test build OTA around the S25 series launch (in January). At that time, every Galaxy smartphone owner thought it would be the end of the beta activity, but that didn’t happen.

February and March also ended up in the same anticipation, ad the wait extended to April. Earlier this month, Samsung released One UI 7.0 for the S24 series, which met with a devastating bug and a brief halt to the global rollout.

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Samsung resumed S24’s One UI 7 release and expanded throughout the world alongside Fold 6 and Flip 6.

Last week, plans for rollout only picked up pace with stable One UI 7.0 for S23 units. On Monday, the Korean tech giant also surprised S23 FE, S22 series and Tab S8 owners, as well as Flip 4 and Fold 4.

It appears that Samsung had been testing these devices for a long time and waiting to conclude the beta campaign for the S24 and S23 series. While things may look fine now, it took the Korean tech company a long time to pick up pace on this matter.

Now, when the most awaited devices are in sight, Samsung could move forward with One UI 7.0 rollout for mid-range and budget devices from A-series, M-Series, F-series and more, something that could’ve witnessed earlier.

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Samsung’s speedy One UI 7 rollout for Galaxy S23 and S22 could be a good news for S21 users

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Earlier today, Samsung surprised Galaxy S22 and S23 series users with a One UI 7 rollout, and this could be good news for Galaxy S21 users.

One UI 7 rollout saga continues to take new turns as the Korean tech company is adding new devices to the release schedule. That brings us to the S23 series, which received the initial One UI 7 build last week in Korea, followed by the US.

But its expansion is now on the move in Europe and the Asian market, while more regions will gradually make their ways to this update.

The real surprise comes as the Galaxy S22 began receiving One UI 7, again limited to the Korean market but an interesting sign for global S22 owners.

The fast release comes after the company stopped enrolling previous devices to the beta program. Instead, it’s releasing a stable update via OTA update.

The majority of the bugs and issues are already quashed in S24 and S23 devices, and most of the internal tests have provided enough confidence for Samsung to send directly stable One UI 7.

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We can expect an S22 software update expansion for the majority of the users very soon, maybe this or the next week. There’s another side of the story, S22’s software release only dropped in a week of S23’s. This gives us enough reasons to connect the dots with the S21 lineup.

Unlike the S22 series, One UI 7 will be the last major software update for the S21 lineup. Still, it’s better than the S20 series, a flagship that has already completed its update lifeline.

So, sit tight and wait for Samsung to bring One UI 7 for the Galaxy S21 series because it is next in line to get all of the newest features and improvements.

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After US and India, One UI 7 marches into Europe for Galaxy Z Flip5, Z Fold5

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Samsung’s Android 15-based One UI 7 update is now rolling out to the Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 in the UK, Europe. It follows the successful deployment in markets like South Korea, the United States, and India.

The One UI 7 update brings firmware version F731BXXU5EYD9 for the Z Flip5 and F946BXXU5EYD9 for the Z Fold5 in Europe. It includes the April 2025 security patch, ensuring robust protection against vulnerabilities.

Weighing over 5GB, the Android 15-based One UI 7 update introduces a refreshed interface with a vertical app drawer, redesigned icons, and larger home screen folders. Smooth animations enhance the foldable experience.

Now Bar on the lock screen offers live updates without unlocking. Updated stock apps and a new camera interface improve one-handed use. All in all, the One UI 7 makes the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Z Fold 5 feel modern and responsive.

As the update expands, more European users will enjoy its features.

To install, go to Settings > Software Update > Download and Install. Back up your device first, as the update is substantial. The phased rollout may take a few days to reach all eligible devices in Europe.

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Looking ahead, Samsung is preparing One UI 8 for an early launch with the Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 this July. Unlike previous cycles, One UI 8 will debut with foldables, not the Galaxy S26 series, which may launch with One UI 8.5 in 2026.

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