Samsung Might Skip One UI 7 Beta Program for Galaxy S22 and S21 Series devices
Samsung officially announced the stable One UI 7 rollout schedule for Samsung Galaxy devices. While Samsung global announced stable One UI 7 rollout starting April 7, Samsung Singapore has some other plans. However, the best case scenario is the software update will be released next month in April 2025 universally.
Samsung Electronics Singapore is setting the stage for the official rollout of One UI 7 on 14 April 2025. Today, the Singaporean account published a blogpost detailing the entire rollout schedule including the eligible devices. Yes, they mentioned Galaxy S22 and S21, including S21 FE for the first time.
One UI 7 will begin rolling out on April 14, expanding to more Galaxy smartphones and tablets in the following weeks, including the Galaxy S24 series, Galaxy S24 FE, the Galaxy S23 series, Galaxy S23 FE, S22 series, S21 Series, S21 FE, Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6, Galaxy Z Fold5 and Z Flip5, the Galaxy Tab S10 series and the Galaxy Tab S9 series.
However, different Galaxy AI features will be released for different devices. Read One UI 7 full changelog and feature list along with which devices will receive which features.
Read everything new in One UI 7.0 alongside the full changelog and all Android 15 features.
Stable One UI 7 rollout to Galaxy S22 and S21 series
While Galaxy S24 and S23 series got the One UI beta, the Galaxy S22 and S21 series may skip the beta and directly receive the stable version like last year’s One UI 6.
Moreover, this is the first time Samsung acknowledged the Galaxy S22 series and S21 series, including the Galaxy S21 FE. One UI 7 is set to make its debut on the following devices.
- Galaxy S Series:
- Galaxy S24 Series, Galaxy S24 FE, Galaxy S23 Series, Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy S22 Series, Galaxy S21 Series, Galaxy S21 FE
- Galaxy Z Series:
- Galaxy Z Fold6, Galaxy Z Flip6, Galaxy Z Fold5, Galaxy Z Flip5, Galaxy Z Fold4, Galaxy Z Flip4, Galaxy Z Fold3, Galaxy Z Flip3
- Galaxy Tab Series:
- Galaxy Tab S10 Series, Galaxy Tab S9 Series, Galaxy Tab S9 FE Series, Galaxy Tab S8 Series, Galaxy Tab S6 Lite
AI Features for Galaxy S21 & S22
The Samsung Galaxy S22 and S21 series may not receive all the latest Galaxy AI features. These devices may receive a nerfed down version of One UI 7.
However, they may receive the design revamp focused on simplicity and impact, with a more emotive and streamlined visual layout.
Customizable Home Screen. Redesigned widgets allow for easy personalization. The intuitive layout makes it simpler than ever to arrange and prioritize the information and apps that matter most.
Now Bar for Quick Updates. Featuring real-time updates directly on the lock screen, the Now Bar delivers essential information—like your morning run stats or the current track playing on your Galaxy Buds—without requiring you to unlock your phone.
AI Select:
- Simplifies everyday tasks by recommending actions based on contextual understanding.
- For instance, while watching a video, a swipe on the Edge Panel coupled with a tap on the “AI Select” icon can instantly save the content as a GIF.
Writing Assist:
- Empowers users to summarize or format text effortlessly.
- Perfect for those who need to condense information or reformat content on the fly.
Drawing Assist:
- Transforms creative ideas into reality by allowing multiple input forms, including text prompts, images, and sketches.
- Opens up new possibilities for digital art and design, making creative expression more accessible.
Audio Eraser:
- Provides advanced audio editing capabilities by isolating and removing unwanted noise.
- Ideal for enhancing video quality by focusing on key sound elements while filtering out distractions.
Google Gemini Integration:
- Enhances device control with deeper integration of Google’s cutting-edge AI.
- A long press on the device’s side button now lets users speak commands, receiving tailored recommendations in one fluid interaction.
Natural Language Search in Settings:
- Simplifies device customization by allowing users to input contextual prompts.
- Adjust settings such as brightness or activate the Eye Comfort Shield with ease, ensuring a user-friendly experience.
Samsung One UI 7.0 Release Date and List of Devices
While the Galaxy S24 is still under One UI beta program, Samsung officially announced the first stable One UI 7.0 firmware update will be releasing starting April 14, 2025, for eligible devices.
Galaxy S Series
- Galaxy S24 Series
- Galaxy S24 FE
- Galaxy S23 Series
- Galaxy S23 FE
- Galaxy S22 Series
- Galaxy S21 Series
- Galaxy S21 FE
Galaxy Z Series
- Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Flip6
- Galaxy Z Fold5 and Galaxy Z Flip5
- Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Flip4
- Galaxy Z Fold3 and Galaxy Z Flip3
Galaxy Tab
- Galaxy Tab S10 Series
- Galaxy Tab S9 Series
- Galaxy Tab S9 FE Series
- Galaxy Tab S8 Series
- Galaxy Tab S6 Lite
