Samsung has finally unveiled its much-anticipated One UI 7 Beta, and it’s loaded with fresh design tweaks, smarter AI, and meaningful quality-of-life improvements that elevate the user experience. For Samsung fans and tech enthusiasts alike, the One UI 7 Beta marks a significant shift—visually, functionally, and technically. Whether you’re rocking a Galaxy S24 Ultra or waiting to see how your older Galaxy will perform, there’s a lot to unpack. In this deep dive, we’ll explore everything you need to know about the One UI 7 Beta, from its revamped Quick Panel and notifications to new AI tricks and enhanced animations.
A Visual Redesign That Makes a Real Difference
One of the first things you’ll notice in One UI 7 Beta is the visual overhaul, especially in the Quick Panel. Samsung has refined it once again—but this time, it’s more than just cosmetic.
Compact Toggles with Modern UI
Gone is the boxy layout we saw in One UI 6. In One UI 7 Beta, toggles like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Airplane Mode are now circular and smaller. This compact approach not only looks cleaner but also makes room for more options without clutter. The bright, colorful toggles on a neutral background offer better contrast and visual clarity, especially for users on dark mode.
Expanded View with Transparency
When you swipe down fully, you’re greeted with an updated panel that blends transparency with subtle blur effects—borrowing a bit from stock Android 14’s Material You vibe. The brightness slider also gets a fresh look, and Samsung has finally added a Media Output shortcut beside the slider for quicker device switching.
Notification Center: Cleaner and More Intuitive
Samsung has streamlined the notification center in One UI 7 Beta, making it more user-friendly and less cluttered.
Better Separation of Notifications
Each notification is now more distinguishable thanks to added padding and shadow effects. Samsung seems to be taking cues from Android 14 here, but the execution still feels very “One UI.”
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Media Player Widget Upgrade
The media widget now shows rounded edges, cleaner buttons, and improved album art placement. Playback controls are more intuitive, and overall it feels more polished than ever before.
AI Integration: Samsung’s Smarter Software
Samsung is diving deeper into AI integration with One UI 7 Beta, and it’s no surprise considering how aggressively companies are pursuing on-device intelligence in 2025.
Summarization and Live Transcription
If you missed a meeting or skipped a lecture, One UI 7 Beta has your back. Samsung Notes can now summarize handwritten notes, generate bullet points, and transcribe voice notes. What makes it powerful is the on-device processing, ensuring your data stays private.
Intelligent Suggestions
Samsung’s new AI algorithms suggest actions based on your routine. If you typically check the weather and calendar at 7 AM, One UI 7 Beta will recommend that as a routine with automation options. Think of it as Bixby Routines 2.0—but way smarter.
Home Screen & Lock Screen Enhancements
The One UI 7 Beta doesn’t stop at the notification shade. Your home screen and lock screen also see several practical improvements.
Smarter Lock Screen Shortcuts
You can now add any app to your lock screen shortcuts—yes, even third-party apps. Whether it’s Telegram, YouTube Music, or your bank app (with biometric restrictions), the freedom is finally yours.
App Icon Customization
You can now change individual app icons without installing a third-party launcher. Samsung provides a set of built-in icons and even allows you to apply custom packs. This gives your home screen a personalized look without compromising performance.
Improved Animation and Fluidity
If you’ve been craving smoother animations, Samsung heard you loud and clear. The One UI 7 Beta brings in what Samsung calls “Motion Flow AI”, which adjusts animation speeds dynamically based on your actions.
- Opening/Closing apps feels zippier.
- Switching between apps comes with smooth, bounce-free transitions.
- Even gestures like swiping up to go home have a spring-like fluidity that feels natural.
Camera and Gallery Updates
Samsung always sneaks in camera enhancements, and One UI 7 Beta is no exception.
Scene Optimizer Gets Smarter
Scene Optimizer now recognizes complex scenes like fireworks, concerts, and food with reflective surfaces more accurately. It adjusts lighting, contrast, and saturation in real time.
Gallery Magic Editor
Inspired by Google’s Magic Editor, One UI 7 Beta introduces a Photo Editor AI tool that lets you remove unwanted objects, straighten skewed buildings, and even relight faces. All of this happens with a drag-and-drop interface that’s beginner-friendly.
Battery and Performance Improvements
Samsung claims that One UI 7 Beta is more energy-efficient, and early testing backs this up.
Adaptive Battery 2.0
Using AI, your device now learns which apps you rarely use and automatically limits background usage. You also get insights into which apps drain the most power, displayed in a new “Battery Health Dashboard.”
Faster App Launches
Samsung has rebuilt part of its backend framework, resulting in up to 30% faster app launches—especially for native apps like Camera, Messages, and Settings.
Security and Privacy Upgrades
As privacy becomes more critical, One UI 7 Beta introduces several new protections.
App Permission History
Now you can view detailed permission logs—like when an app accessed your microphone, location, or camera. You can revoke these permissions with a single tap.
Private Space Mode
Need to hide certain apps or files? Samsung’s Private Space Mode in One UI 7 Beta creates a separate, encrypted sandbox for apps and files you want to keep confidential.
Samsung DeX and Multitasking
Samsung continues to refine its DeX experience, making One UI 7 Beta a beast for productivity.
- Resizable DeX windows now remember size and placement.
- Samsung Notes and Internet browser support split screen within DeX.
- Multitasking gestures like “drag to pop-out” work more fluidly in landscape.
Galaxy AI-Powered Voice Assistant
Samsung’s AI assistant gets a major boost in One UI 7 Beta. Voice recognition is now faster and more natural. You can:
- Set timers.
- Read unread messages aloud.
- Translate on the fly.
- Ask follow-up questions within context.
Unlike Bixby, this new AI is built directly into the OS and offers a more conversational flow.
Compatibility and Release Info
The One UI 7 Beta is currently available for the Galaxy S24 Series, but it will roll out to the Galaxy S23, S22, Fold/Flip 5, and selected Galaxy A series devices in stages. The stable version is expected to launch in late Q3 2025, just ahead of the Galaxy Z Fold 7 launch.
Final Thoughts
The One UI 7 Beta is a bold step forward for Samsung. While it retains the familiar One UI identity, it adds polish, smarts, and style that breathe new life into Galaxy devices. With improved animations, powerful AI, smarter multitasking, and deeper personalization, Samsung has once again proven why its software experience stands out in the Android world.
If this beta is any indication of what’s to come, the future of Samsung’s ecosystem looks smarter, smoother, and more user-centric than ever before.
