One UI
One UI 4.0 adds advanced customization capabilities and privacy controls
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.
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 has finally confirmed exciting information about Android 15-based One UI 7. At SDC24, the company has announced that developers will get access to this beta before the end of the year.
The official version will arrive with the next Galaxy S series, Galaxy S25, next year. One UI 7 is designed to provide users with personalized, creative, and productive experiences on their mobile devices.
At the event, Samsung gave a sneak peek of One UI 7, showcasing its new user experience that focuses on three main design elements – Simple, Impactful, and Emotive.
With One UI 7, Samsung aims for a clean and more consistence interface to make it easier for users to navigate their devices. In addition, the company wants to create a memorable look and feel for One UI to set it apart from distinctive design elements.
Moreover, the upcoming major update will include features like a new blur engine that aims to create positive feelings in users when they interact with their devices.
It also brings more ways to seamlessly integrate Galaxy AI features into daily activities. Overall, One UI 7 looks to provide a more intuitive and visually pleasing experience for users.
Aside from this, Samsung also announced a big change that all its products will be unified under a single software experience called One UI next year.
One UI for All Devices: Samsung announces unified software for 2025
At the Samsung Developer Conference (SDC) 2024, Samsung has announced an important change that all its products will unified under a single software experience called One UI next year. Through this, the company aims to make things easier for users of all Samsung devices.
Samsung’s software is currently available in different products like mobile devices, TVs, and home appliances, each with its own name. Starting in 2025, Samsung will bring all these under the One UI brand to make things easier for users.
One UI has been used for mobile devices since 2018, and now it will also be used for other products. By unifying everything under One UI, Samsung hopes to create a smoother and more consistent experience.
Moreover, Samsung has also promised to offer up to seven years of operating system upgrades for its mobile devices. This means users can expect longer support and updates, keeping their devices running smoothly and safely for years.
Aside from this, Samsung is also focusing on artificial intelligence (AI). To achieve its “AI for All” goal, Samsung will focus on using AI for good to help people solve social problems and make the world better for future generations.
With One UI unifying its software and focus on AI, Samsung is making its devices easier to use and connect with each other.
iOS 18 is official, with One UI 7 and HarmonyOS NEXT unveiling this month. These three mobile skins are just different than each other. iOS is Apple’s exclusive OS, Samsung’s One UI is based on Android, while HarmonyOS NEXT is Huawei’s Android-free OS.
As mobile OSs evolved, Samsung’s One UI gained much attention in the industry. Apple’s iOS is still far better in terms of system animation and fluid animations. At the same time, Huawei’s Apple-like approach has also made HarmonyOS a big deal.
Smoothness in Mobile OS
Smooth animation is usually represented by fluid animations, responsiveness to touch, and overall user experience. Functional smoothness completely relies on hardware specifications, software fluency, and optimized apps.
Apple’s iOS 18 is considered a champion in smoothness. Thanks to highly optimized hardware and software, iPhone users enjoy the best set of features alongside smooth functioning and reliable lag-free experiences.
HarmonyOS NEXT is going to be an Android-free OS by Huawei. The operating system will be launched soon in China for many Huawei phones. The software also gaining support for native applications to be accepted widely.
Samsung would keep One UI 7 stick with an intuitive design for responsiveness. Galaxy phones feature flagship processors and displays. However, the animation aspect lags behind iOS and other rivals ruin all other leads and edges.
It’s being said that One UI 7 will beat iOS 18 in terms of smoothness. Samsung is also working with Google to streamline Android apps for Galaxy. The new OS version would also enhance One UI on Galaxies to elevate user experience.
Let’s wait to see what One UI 7 offers.