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One UI 7 to restrict downloading Edge Panels from Galaxy Store
Samsung One UI 7 beta, which will be available to developers before the end of this year, and with the stable release along with the Galaxy S25 series. The One UI 7 will focus on simple, impactful, and emotional design along with more ways to seamlessly integrate Galaxy AI features into daily activity. Today, Samsung has officially confirmed that the Edge Panels will no longer be available to download from the Galaxy Stores with One UI 7 update.
One UI 7 to restrict downloading Edge Panels from Galaxy Store
According to the termination of the Edge Panel download from Galaxy Store, after updating One UI 7 on your Galaxy smartphone and tables you will no longer be able to download Edge panels from Galaxy Store. Plus, the Galaxy S25 lineup will come with One UI 7 out of the box, so it may lack the functionality of the Edge panels.
Moreover, the company also confirmed that if users have already downloaded the Edge Panels before the major software update, they will still be available in the “My Apps” section of the Galaxy Store. It is worth mentioning that, if you uninstall the Edge Panel, will not be able to re-download it from the Galaxy Store.
It means the Galaxy S25 series and new users with newer devices will not be able to download the Edge panels via the Store. Now, users can still download Edge Panels from the Galaxy Store before the next One UI update.
Plus, the notice particularly reveals that the Edge Panels are not available for Galaxy Store for Galaxy Fold and large-screen smartphones. The notice further states that if you have a new device that has One UI 7 or later installed, Edge Panels will still be able to transfer and install them from the older devices.
Samsung Edge Panel
Samsung Edge Panel has been one of the useful features of Galaxy devices for years. Over time, the company has significantly improved it with the addition of new ability to manage them. It acts as a shortcut for quickly accessing your favorite applications, features, and contacts.
With the One UI 6.1.1 update, Samsung redesigned the Edge panel, which made accessing the Smart Select feature more convenient.
One UI 7 beta release leak
Samsung has designed some new upgrades for the One UI 7 update recently a report also emerged online revealing that there is a new lock screen customization for Galaxy devices. As per the lacked launch schedule, the Korean tech firm could release the One UI 7 beta for Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra in South Korea, Garmany, and the US in Phase 1.
For more on the One UI 7 and what we know so far, check out the article below.
Samsung’s latest Fan Edition tablets, the Galaxy Tab S10 FE and the Galaxy Tab S10 FE+, are happy as they receive the latest January 2026 security update. Notably, the firmware contains the newest safety improvements that will improve the tablet’s current health for a reliable experience.
According to the inputs, the Galaxy Tab S10 FE series tablet with model numbers SM-X520, SM-X526N, SM-X620, and SM-X626N is receiving the latest patch via the One UI versions X520XXS6BZA3, X526NKOS6BZA4, X620XXS6BZA3, and X626NKOS6BZA3, and a software package of 500MB. Though the firmware doesn’t weigh much, we suggest using a stable Wi-Fi connection for installation.
This update doesn’t add any significant new features to the device, aside from the January 2026 security patch. However, you can expect some underlying performance optimizations and fixes for glitches that could have negatively impacted the user experience.
It’s important to note that this update will not harm your personal data. However, it’s always a good idea to back up your data beforehand. Also, the update package will be automatically deleted after the installation is complete.
Samsung’s January 2026 security patch addresses 55 security vulnerabilities. Google helped fix one critical vulnerability and 20 high-risk issues found in Android. Samsung also added 30 additional security fixes specifically for Galaxy phones. These fixes address both critical and medium-level risks.
The Samsung Galaxy S26 series has started emerging in the leaks, and the latest one has shed light on the camera button of the upcoming 2026 flagship.
As mentioned by Android Authority, a former employee at a Samsung supplier revealed on LinkedIn that they contributed to an initiative developing a new camera button with swipe gesture functionality for the Samsung Galaxy S26.
This report states that Samsung is working on an Apple-style Camera Control button for the upcoming Galaxy S26 series. An Apple-style Camera Control button on iPhone models lets you quickly open your iPhone camera and access common camera settings.
We can now say that the Galaxy S26 series will be the first Samsung phones in years to feature a dedicated camera button.
For your information, the last Samsung phone with a dedicated camera button was probably the Galaxy K Zoom from 2014, which was essentially an Android-powered digital camera that could also make calls.
On the other hand, Samsung has not yet officially confirmed the Galaxy S26 lineup. However, according to reports, the company may unveil the Galaxy S26 series at a Samsung Unpacked event in February 2026. This upcoming series could be available in early March. Stay tuned for more information.
Samsung is preparing to release its next major software update, One UI 8.5, which is expected to arrive next month with the Galaxy S26 series. Testing of the initial beta builds of this update has already begun, and new information suggests that Samsung is planning a significant upgrade to Game Booster+ in One UI 8.5.
Game Booster+ is the tool that improves gaming performance and controls on Galaxy phones. According to information via Samsung Community, the One UI 8.5 update with Game Booster+ will bring many new features, including Gamepad Touch Mapping, CPU and GPU Settings, Fast-forward Game Intros, and more.
The Gamepad Touch Mapping is one of the biggest additions, which allows you to control even touch-only games with the pad.
Moreover, this upcoming Game Booster+ update will replace the “Turn on Game Booster GPU Settings” with CPU and GPU Settings. Gamers can tweak their CPU and GPU for game-specific performance optimization.
Last but not least, One UI 8.5 also brings the Fast-forward Game Intros videos option in the Game Booster+, which lets users play much faster, so players can start gaming almost right away.
Currently, these features are only available on Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25 Ultra phones running One UI 8.5.
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