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Samsung tops Digital Consumer eXperience Index evaluation

Samsung today announced that it has topped the “Digital Consumer eXperience Index (DCXI)” evaluation for its digital transformation capabilities. The agency measured digital channel purchasing experience on various levels including:
- Information quality (completeness, accuracy, etc.)
- System quality (reliability, ease of use, etc.)
- Personalization factors (empathy and privacy) at the pre-purchase (Pre), during purchase (At), and post-purchase (Post) stages
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Samsung was rated the highest among all surveyed brands and ranked first in the home appliance category. The company got good reviews for pre-purchase stage along with post-purchase stage in the areas of delivery, installation, usage information training, customer support, and maintenance.
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Galaxy S25 Seamless Updates vs Galaxy S24 Traditional Updates – Samsung Fixes Long Reboots

Comparing the software update experience between Samsung’s Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S25 series highlights a significant shift thanks to the introduction of Seamless Updates in the latest Galaxy S25 series smartphones.
Samsung has started releasing the first firmware update for the Galaxy S25 series. The installation experience is indeed improved thanks to Seamless Updates, which offers a less intrusive and more convenient update experience.
The new solution, which debuted in the Galaxy S25 series, also minimizes disruption to daily use compared to the traditional method. It also includes an additional safety net that will save your device from software failures during installation.
Here’s how they differ:
Galaxy S24 Series (Without Seamless Updates)
Here’s how the traditional updates method usually function:
- Updates require a full system reboot where your phone is essentially offline and unusable during the installation.
- You download the update, and then the phone restarts to apply it, leaving you waiting without access for several minutes, depending on the update size.
- If something goes wrong mid-update, you might need to manually intervene or start the process over.
Note: Galaxy S24 series and devices launched earlier retain the traditional updates feature.
Galaxy S25 Series (With Seamless Updates)
Here’s how the Seamless Updates intend to function:
- Seamless Updates make the process much smoother. The new software is downloaded and installed in the background while you continue using your phone.
- Once the update is ready, you’re simply prompted to restart your device, which then quickly boots into the updated system.
- This means less downtime; you only need to wait for a quick reboot rather than the entire installation process.
- If the update fails, you can revert to the previous version easily since the update is installed on a separate partition.
Note: Samsung introduced Seamless Updates with Galaxy S25 series, which would expand even further with future launches.
How’s Your Experience?
Seamless Updates has many benefits over the traditional installation method. However, individual preferences must be sought to find out whether Galaxy users really like it or not.
So this was a theoretical comparison of the Traditional and Seamless update methods. Do you think it’s a game-changer or has the installation become a headache?
Share your real-world experience with Samsung Community on X, here.
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Samsung One UI this week: Galaxy S25 gets a new One UI 7 update, S24 awaits beta 4, One UI 8 release, and lots of rumors

With new updates and rumors, Samsung’s One UI has been in the spotlight this week. If you own a Galaxy device, there’s plenty to know: the Galaxy S25 series is getting a new One UI 7 update, the Galaxy S24 will receive a fourth One UI 7 beta, details about the One UI 8 release are out, and there’s a lot of talk about when older devices will get these updates. Let’s dive into the details.
Samsung Galaxy S25’s One UI 7 Update: What’s New?
The Galaxy S25 series, launched in January 2025, came pre-installed with One UI 7 based on Android 15. This week, Samsung rolled out its first update for the S25 lineup. It doesn’t bring anything special but this update brings some welcome tweaks.
It includes the February 2025 security patch, while the recently launched Galaxy S-series device was previously running the December 2024 patch.
Samsung One UI 7 Beta 4 Confirmed for Galaxy S24:
While S25 owners enjoy their updates, Galaxy S24 users are still waiting for the stable One UI 7 release. This week, Samsung surprised everyone by confirming a 4th beta update for the S24 series. As per confirmation from the Samsung Moderator, the update is coming next month.
Some Galaxy S24 users are frustrated because Samsung recently updated these devices with the February security patch, suggesting no big update is coming soon. The wait continues, and it seems Samsung is taking extra care to perfect things before the official release.
$110 Samsung phone running One UI 7:
Samsung Galaxy F06 is launched with Android 15-based One UI 7 pre-installed. The phone is available in India for the price of $110.

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Rumors:
This week brought some surprising rumors that sparked big discussions on social media. The rumors are:
One UI 8:
Ice Universe, a reliable tipster, recently shared that Samsung’s One UI 8, based on Android 16, might arrive sooner than expected, possibly in Q3 2025. Despite delays with One UI 7, which is still in beta testing for the Galaxy S24 series, Samsung seems to be fast-tracking One UI 8 development, based on ongoing rumors.
This aligns with Google’s plan to release Android 16 in Q2 2025, potentially allowing Samsung to shorten the usual update timeline.
Delayed One UI 7 Rollout for Galaxy S24 and Beyond:
A new rumor suggests the stable One UI 7 update for the S24 series might not arrive until late April or even May 2025. In addition, Samsung could release up to six betas, with Beta 5 in March and Beta 6 in April, pushing the stable release further out.
Another rumor suggests Samsung may skip One UI 7.1 due to significant delays in rolling out One UI 7.0, which is still in beta for the Galaxy S24 series and not expected to stabilize until April or May 2025, possibly alongside the Galaxy S25 Edge launch. This delay has reportedly led Samsung to abandon One UI 7.1 and 7.1.1, opting instead for One UI 7.0.1 for upcoming foldables like the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Z Fold 7.
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Samsung Galaxy S25 side button has new features thanks to One UI 7

Samsung Galaxy S25 series comes with One UI 7 including new side button options to improve the quick app launch experience.
For a long time, the phone maker kept the side button exclusive to the power menu and forced shutdown. However, deeper feature integration has enabled the company to make these physical buttons more useful.
The button can open apps with actions such as double press and press and hold actions. To provide even wider access, One UI 7 enables S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra users to assign the app’s key features.
These changes are made for double press and long press actions.
The double press will let you launch the camera app in photo mode (as usual) but you can now assign to record video, take a portrait, or capture a selfie. The three new additions bring efficiency in accessing the key camera features any time anywhere.
Note – You will have to switch modes manually to select others in the list.
Here is a list of app features that you can launch directly with a double press:
Voice Recorder
- Open Voice Recorder
- Start recording
Samsung Notes
- Open Samsung Notes
- Paint with brush
- Record voice note
- Type note
- Write with pen
Samsung Capture
- AI select
- Screen Recorder
- Screenshots
Modes and Routines
- Modes
- Routines

One UI 7 side button double press action
This is a major upgrade from the previous experience with only a single app launch.
That’s not it, the Galaxy S25 series has a special addition to the long press. The default long press action launches Google Assistant dubbed Gemini and you can switch that to Bixby or power off menu.

One UI 7 side button long press action
These new side button additions are quite useful, give them a try on your Samsung Galaxy S25 device.
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One UI 7 AI Gallery Search may be exclusive to Galaxy S25, leaving S24 and S23 behind

Galaxy S25 series with One UI 7 debuts an AI-powered Gallery Search feature. Samsung is working so hard to perfect the One UI 7 for older Galaxy devices, but that long wait won’t include the smart Gallery Search feature in the bag.
At the Unpacked event, Samsung revealed that the Galaxy S25 series’ new hardware fuels One UI 7 with an AI-powered Gallery Search feature. This functionality allows users to find photos in the Gallery with matching keywords.
Samsung Gallery app is one of the most beloved apps among users. With the new flagships, the native Gallery app is even more user-friendly with an enhanced search engine, which supports natural language queries.
With the Galaxy S25, users can enter natural phrases to search for photos more intuitively. Even short phrases work, allowing users to search using conversational language.
For example, you can simply type:
- Baby wearing a hat
- Show me pictures of my dog taking a bath this year

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Samsung’s natural language processing engine and photo analysis engine powers the Gallery Search feature, allowing users to find photos using natural sentences and expressions.
This technology identifies elements within images, such as people, animals, objects, and landscapes, while also utilizing metadata like time and location.
That said, the Galaxy S25’s AI Gallery Search feature requires specific hardware. Therefore, it’s difficult to expect the feature’s arrival on previous flagships like the Galaxy S24 series.
Now Brief
Recently, Samsung’s UX Head Sally hinted that the One UI 7 update might not bring all the S25 features to older phones. Now Brief relies on a Personal Data Engine, needing a modern processor integrating an upgraded NPU.
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Samsung Galaxy S25 series now available for purchase in Australia

Samsung has officially launched the new Galaxy S25 series in Australia. This series includes three models: Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25 Ultra. It offers exciting upgrades and smart features powered by advanced AI technology.
The Galaxy S25 series arrives with powerful hardware capabilities and advanced AI features. These phones make everyday tasks easier and more intuitive with the help of AI that works smoothly across apps, responding to voice, text, photos, and videos.
To celebrate the launch of the Galaxy S25 series, Samsung is hosting several events across Australia:
In-Store Events: February 14
Exclusive events at flagship stores in Sydney, Perth, Brisbane, and Melbourne with product demos, giveaways, and special offers.
House of Galaxy Studios: February 13 – March 23
Experience the Galaxy S25 features and enter to win a Galaxy AI Bundle at seven major shopping centers.
Galaxy Go Superyacht Experience: Feb 19-21 in Sydney, Feb 19-20 in Brisbane
Commuters can swap their traditional morning journey for an elevated ride to work on a superyacht on Sydney Harbour and Brisbane River. Additionally, Samsung is transforming Manly Wharf into an exciting hub in partnership with Val Morgan Outdoor.
In Sydney CBD, a powerful marketing campaign will showcase the Galaxy S25 series across the city’s skyline and shopping precincts, including tram wraps and digital panels in key locations.

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Series
Samsung Galaxy S25 series features Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform to make AI tasks faster and more responsive. With features like ProScaler and Samsung’s Digital Natural Image engine (mDNIe), the Galaxy S25 series offers better image quality and helps the screen use power more efficiently.
The Galaxy S25 Ultra’s camera is another highlight of the latest S series. It has a 50MP ultrawide sensor, which gives users clear, professional-like photos. The phone also has AI-powered features to make images look even better.
For the Galaxy S25 series, there is Gemini, an AI assistant that helps users with tasks in 46 languages. These devices come pre-installed with Android 15-based One UI 7. This new software adds several features including Now Brief and Now Bar to enhance productivity.
With One UI 7, you can even ask the phone to find your favorite sports team’s schedule and add it to your calendar. Google’s new Circle to Search feature also provides helpful tips and actions with just one tap. Also, Samsung is collaborating with other big companies to ensure digital content is more transparent.
Availability
Starting February 14, the Galaxy S25 series is now available through carriers, retailers, and Samsung.com with bonus offers like six months of Gemini Advanced and 2TB cloud storage.
The Galaxy S25 Ultra comes in Titanium Silverblue, Titanium Black, Titanium Whitesilver, and Titanium Gray. The Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25+ are available in Navy, Silver Shadow, Icyblue, and Mint.
Exclusive color options are also available on Samsung.com, including Titanium Pinkgold, Titanium Jetblack, and Titanium Jadegreen for the Galaxy S25 Ultra. For the Galaxy S25+ and Galaxy S25, Blueblack, Coralred, and Pinkgold variants are available.
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