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Verizon rolls out stable One UI 7 update for carrier-locked Galaxy S24 users in the US
Samsung fans in the United States have been eagerly waiting for the stable One UI 7 update, and the good news is finally here. After the initial rollout began for unlocked Galaxy S24 users across the country, Verizon has now started pushing this major software upgrade to its carrier-locked Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra customers.
The rollout kicked off on April 10, 2025, right on schedule with Samsung’s earlier promise to bring One UI 7 to the US market. For those unfamiliar, One UI 7 is Samsung’s custom take on Android 15, delivering a smoother, more polished experience with a handful of exciting updates. Verizon users with locked Galaxy S24 devices can now join the party, following the unlocked models that started receiving the update earlier today.
To check if the update is ready for your phone, head over to the Settings app, tap on “Software Update,” and hit “Download and Install.” If it’s not there yet, don’t worry—it’s coming soon. Just make sure your phone is connected to Wi-Fi and has enough battery juice to handle the download, which weighs in at around 5.2GB for those upgrading from One UI 6.1.
What’s New in One UI 7?
This isn’t just a small security patch—One UI 7 brings a bunch of changes that Galaxy S24 users will notice right away. Samsung has revamped the look and feel, adding smoother animations, a cleaner design, and a split layout for notifications and quick settings. It’s easier to use with one hand, which is great for anyone juggling their phone on the go. There’s also a new “Now Bar” feature that shows live updates—like music playback or workout stats—right on your lock screen without needing to unlock the device.
On top of that, Samsung’s Galaxy AI suite is getting a boost. You’ll find handy tools like Audio Eraser for cleaning up background noise in recordings, smarter writing assistance, and even call-recording summaries. These features, originally debuted with the Galaxy S25 series, are now making their way to the S24 lineup with this update. Plus, the April 2025 security patch is included, keeping your phone safe from the latest threats.
Other carriers, like AT&T and T-Mobile, are expected to follow suit soon, so if you’re not on Verizon, keep an eye out for your update.
How to Get It and What to Expect
Installing the update is very easy. Once you see the notification, just follow the prompts to download and install it. Since it’s a big file, it’s best to do this over Wi-Fi to avoid eating up your data plan. After it’s done, your Galaxy S24 will restart, and you’ll be greeted with the fresh One UI 7 experience.
Samsung is rolling out One UI 7 and April 2025 security updates to Galaxy devices. This time, the pace of expansion is a bit slow due to the rollout of a major OS upgrade.
Notably, Samsung devices are receiving One UI 7 updates and April 2025 security patches, either together or separately. One UI 7 firmware also carries the April 2025 security patch for devices listed in the first deployment phase.
One UI 7 Updates List
Android 16-based One UI 7 introduces a brand new user interface for Samsung devices. The update brings smoother animations, enhanced new Galaxy AI features, a new camera layout, modern dynamic icons, and a lot more. [Changelog]
Samsung has started the One UI 7 update rollout for these Galaxy devices:
- Galaxy S24 series
- Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6
- Galaxy S23 series
- Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Z Fold 5
- Galaxy S24 FE
- Galaxy Tab S10 series
- Galaxy Tab S9 series
April 2025 Updates List
Samsung revealed earlier this month that its April 2025 SMR brings fixes for over 60 CVEs. Some additional improvements and Knox enhancements are included to ensure the security and privacy of Galaxy devices.
The latest security patch update has been released for these devices:
- Galaxy S25 series
- Galaxy S24 series (with One UI 7)
- Galaxy S24 FE (with One UI 7)
- Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 (with One UI 7)
- Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5 (with One UI 7)
- Galaxy Tab S9 series (with One UI 7)
- Galaxy S21 FE
- Galaxy A56
- Galaxy A55 (May patch with Beta 3)
- Galaxy A54
- Galaxy A36
- Galaxy A16
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Verizon has begun deploying the highly anticipated One UI 7 update for Samsung Galaxy S23, S23+, and S23 Ultra devices across the United States, marking a significant milestone for Galaxy users. It is currently available for the locked Verizon units in the country,
This Android 15-based update, which started on April 22, 2025, brings a refreshed user interface, enhanced AI features, and improved performance to Samsung’s 2023 flagship lineup. The update follows a phased global rollout that began in South Korea earlier this month, with the US now joining the wave of regions receiving the stable build.
The One UI 7 introduces a sleek, modern design with a simplified home screen, updated widgets, and a customizable lock screen. A standout feature is the Now Bar, which delivers real-time updates like workout stats or media playback directly on the lock screen, enhancing user convenience.
The update also boosts Samsung’s Galaxy AI suite, offering tools like Audio Eraser for noise-free recordings, smarter writing assistance, and call-recording summaries. The April 2025 security patch is included, ensuring robust protection against vulnerabilities.
About the One UI 7 rollout, it was initially paused due to a lock screen bug affecting some Galaxy S24 devices, and resumed after Samsung addressed the issue. Verizon’s carrier-locked S23 devices are now receiving the update, with a download size of approximately 5 GB. Users are advised to connect to Wi-Fi and ensure a sufficient battery before installing.
To check for the update, navigate to Settings > Software Update > Download and Install. While Verizon has begun the rollout, AT&T and T-Mobile users should start receiving the update soon.
Samsung Galaxy A56 has just received its first software update in Europe. This update brings the latest April 2025 security patch and also confirms an exciting feature that is seamless updates.
The Seamless Updates feature means that the phone can now install updates in the background while you continue to use it. Once the update is ready, you just need to restart your phone quickly, and it will be done. You won’t have to wait a long time while the phone installs updates anymore.
The fresh update for the Samsung Galaxy A56 smartphone in Europe comes with version number A566BXXS2AYD3 and a package size of over 411 MB. It doesn’t add any new features or noticeable changes, but it does improve your phone’s security with the latest patch.
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Samsung had already promised that the Galaxy A56 will get security updates for six years, with monthly updates for the first few years. This is the first step in keeping that promise. The Galaxy A26 and A36 were also launched recently and got their first updates earlier, and now it’s the A56’s turn.
You don’t have to wait for a notification to get this update. If you want, you can check for it manually by going to Settings >> Software update >> Download and install.
After the update is downloaded, it will install in the background. Once it’s done, just restart your phone to complete the process. This update makes the Galaxy A56 more secure and stable.
Samsung Galaxy A26 does not support Seamless Updates, unlike A36 and A56
Following Korea, Samsung has expanded an Android 15-based One UI 7 update for the Galaxy Tab S10 series in Europe. This major update takes your Galaxy experience to the next level through new features and enhancements.
One UI 7 update for Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus and Galaxy S10 Ultra can be identified through One UI build versions X826BXXU2BYD7 and X926BXXU2BYD7 in Europe. The installation package size is around 5GB.
The update is currently live for limited countries’ users and the company will soon make it available for all models. It is rolling out gradually, so it may take time to reach all models.
Based on Android 15, the One UI 7 update includes many much-awaited changes, including a vertical scrolling app drawer, redesigned icons, better widget customization options, larger home screen folders, and a new user interface.
Additionally, the update brings new designs for various apps, which further improve the overall look and feel of the system. Also, it updates several apps to the latest available version. Notably, the update installs the March 2025 security patch to improve system security and stability.
To install the update, open the tab’s Settings, select ‘Software Update’, and then ‘Download and install’. Following these steps will ensure that your Galaxy Tab is up-to-date with the latest security protections and features.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 begins receiving Android 15-Based One UI 7 update in Korea
Samsung has released the April 2025 security update for unlocked Galaxy S25 models in the US. The update is already out for locked models on several network carriers, and now unlocked models are getting it.
April 2025 security update for unlocked Samsung Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25 Ultra smartphones can be identified via One UI build versions S931U1UEU2AYD9, S936U1UEU2AYD9, and S938U1UEU2AYD9, respectively.
Users will have to install a package of around 700MB, which is larger than usual. This means it includes more than just security fixes, it also brings new One UI 7 features.
After installing the update in other markets, users have noticed some new features. One of them is a fresh charging animation. Now, when you plug in your phone, you’ll see a more modern and stylish look.
It also improves the media player on the notification panel. It now supports the Now Bar and Live Notifications. These improvements make it easier to control music or video playback without opening the app.
The update installs the latest Android security patch to help keep your phone safe. This update makes your Galaxy smartphone more reliable, secure, and stable.
To get the update, go to Settings >> Software Update >> Download and Install. Make sure your phone is connected to Wi-Fi and has enough battery before you begin.
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