South Korea’s martial law could delay Samsung Galaxy S25, One UI 7 launch?

In a shocking move, South Korea’s President imposed emergency martial law. The decision was taken back shortly after, but the question arises whether South Korea’s martial law debacle could delay the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S25 series and One UI 7.

As a South Korean firm, Samsung will face the impact of the recent martial law controversy, which may lead it to rethink the Galaxy S25 and One UI 7 launch plans. However, the company hasn’t issued a statement since yesterday.

Martial Law

Yesterday, President Yoon imposed the emergency Martial Law in South Korea. A portion of local political leaders are accused of trying to destabilize the Korean government to indirectly benefit the rival neighbor, North Korea.

Citing national interest, the President called for Martial Law, ordering the military to occupy the parliament. However, Yoon was forced to lift the emergency order as the Korean parliament voted against the imposition of martial law.

Samsung’s plans to be affected?

Citizens came on the road after hearing the call for a nationwide emergency. The situation is returning to normal in South Korea as the martial law has been lifted. Well, it doesn’t mean the political situation is all well in the country.

There are reports that Yoon may resign his Presidency, leading the country to political instability. General elections may be called upon, potentially harming the economy of South Korea, in which Samsung plays a key role.

The company had scheduled late January as the Galaxy S25 series launch. The One UI 7 Beta Program has already been delayed so long, and this unexpected political turmoil may lead us to another phase of delay in product and software launch.

To be clear, the delay is an assumption based on the political situation in South Korea. Samsung has neither announced the Galaxy S25 and One UI 7 Beta launch date nor cited anything about the revision of plans due to martial law.

We will keep you updated…