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One UI 7 testing is ongoing for these Galaxy A series devices
Samsung has been testing the Android 15-based One UI 7 update for multiple Galaxy A series devices since June with Geekbench benchmark listing. As we get closer to the One UI 7 beta release, some Galaxy A series devices have been spotted on the Samsung servers.
One UI 7 firmware is the upcoming version for Galaxy devices, which is currently under internal testing. Samsung officials confirmed that a beta program will be available before the end of this year, which means December. The One UI 7 testing is currently underway and is bringing some significant changes to Samsung’s smartphone operating system.
Samsung continues testing One UI 7 builds for several Galaxy A series devices. Here we have compiled a list of Galaxy A series smartphones that are part of the One UI 7 testing.
One UI 7 testing is ongoing on these Galaxy A series devices
- Galaxy A53
- Galaxy A54
- Galaxy A55
- Galaxy A73
- Galaxy A33
- Galaxy A16
During SDC24, Samsung disclosed that the stable version of One UI 7 will introduced next year, along with the launch of the most-awaited Galaxy S25 lineup. Once the official version is available for the 2024 flagship smartphone, the Korean tech giant will release this update for more Galaxy devices including the Galaxy A series phones.
However, the One UI 7 beta could be opened for some Galaxy A series devices next year.
One UI 7 features
Recently, Samsung Spanish’s website published the One UI 7 page by replacing the One UI 6 section with a stronger focus on Galaxy AI, with “AI powering every step” and a sophisticated new look.” Based on the Android 15, One UI 7 will bring new icons, a smart notification center, and a new lock screen with a quick view of ongoing activities.
The updated page also highlights lots of Galaxy AI features including Circle to Search with Google, Sketch to Image, Live Translate, AI Zoom, Live Effects, and more.
Notable, Samsung removed the One UI 7 webpage and the original URL now redirects to Samsung’s home page.
Samsung hasn’t announced the One UI 7 beta program yet. The Korean tech giant is focusing on the stability of its major software with One UI 7. Therefore, the company has decided to delay the launch of the One UI 7 beta update to give end users more stable and reliable software. However, we expect that we will hear good news soon in the coming weeks.
At the Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event on February 25, 2026, Samsung unveiled its new Galaxy S26 series. The series includes the Galaxy S26 Ultra, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26. These new smartphones come with smarter AI features that help simplify everyday tasks. Now, we are talking about four hidden Galaxy S26 Ultra camera improvements, helping improve image and video quality.
Notably, the Galaxy S26 Ultra features Samsung’s most advanced camera system to date. Samsung has integrated its 200MP primary camera and 50MP telephoto camera into the Galaxy S26 Ultra, with a wide aperture to allow more light to reach the sensor.
Additionally, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra features the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy processor, allowing Samsung to improve camera performance, even though the phone uses the same sensor as the previous Galaxy S series Ultra.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra gets four camera improvements
1. Improved 200MP images
The Galaxy S26 Ultra feature a mutltiframe HDR processing, so that it may now capture the better 200MP images. The company says these 200MP photos deliver clearer, more detailed, and greater dynamic range than 200MP shots taken on earlier Galaxy S series models.
2. New 24MP mode in the stock camera app
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a new 24MP resolution option in the stock camera app. This new mode combines a 12MP multi-frame processed image with a 50MP high-resolution image using a system called AI Fusion. The resulting 24MP photo offers more detail than a 12MP image to reach the sensors, resulting in brighter, cleaner, and sharper images.
3. Virtual Aperture in Portrait Mode
The Galaxy S25 Ultra launched with a virtual aperture feature, but it was limited to the Expert RAW app. Now, Samsung adds a virtual aperture feature to the Portrait mode of the stock camera app on the Galaxy S26 Ultra, allowing users to digitally adjust the aperture.
4. Auto option for Motion Photo
As the name suggests, a motion photo is a short video clip captured alongside a still image. It includes a few seconds before and after the shutter button is pressed.. Now, on the Galaxy S26 Ultra, when the Auto option is on, Motion Photos are only recorded when significant movement is detected in the scene. If you capture a static scene, such as a…. landscape, with no visible motion, the Motion Photo will not be saved.
Samsung has released the February 2026 security update for four more Galaxy devices – the Galaxy Z Flip 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE, Galaxy Z Fold 6, and Galaxy Z Flip 6. This update keeps your phone secure and running smoothly instead of adding new features or changing its look.
As always, this update improves the phone’s security and makes the system run more smoothly. This update fixes issues with the previous software version and helps make the device more stable. Samsung says this update is important because it protects users from security risks and keeps personal data safe.
Galaxy Z Flip 7 February 2026 update
Users of these devices can verify the latest update via the One UI build versions given below.
- Galaxy Z Flip 7: F766NKSS8AZB2
- Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE: F761NKSS8AZB2
- Galaxy Z Fold 6: F956NKSS3CZB2
- Galaxy Z Flip 6: F741NKSS3CZB2
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Samsung usually rolls out updates gradually, so users in other markets should also receive the same update in a week or two.
To manually download the update, go to Settings >> Software Update >> Download and Install. Once the download is complete, tap Restart/Install Now to complete the installation. Make sure your phone is connected to a stable Wi-Fi network and has enough battery.
In addition to the security update, Samsung is also working on One UI 8.5. The beta version is currently available for the Galaxy S25 series in some regions, and Samsung has confirmed that the stable version will launch with the Galaxy S26 series tomorrow. Stay tuned for more details.
The Samsung Galaxy S25 series has started receiving the One UI 8.5 beta 5 update. The latest beta software contains several bug fixes and provides stability. This is likely the last beta before a stable release.
One UI 8.5 Beta 5 ZZAN is rolling out to Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra in key markets. So far, it has been rolled out in Germany, India, South Korea, the US, and the UK.
Additionally, the February 2026 security patch has been tagged with the latest Beta update. It provides fixes for 25 that come from Google for Android, and 12 are provided by Samsung Mobile for additional protection of the One UI operating system.
The One UI 8.5 Beta 5 software includes an updated Bixby version that improves the usability experience. Moreover, this beta version updated your Samsung apps to the latest available versions.
One UI 8.5 Beta 5 update changelog:
- Version – One UI 8.5, ZZAN
Major changes/improvement
- Bixby version update applied
Samsung also revealed that the One UI 8.5 official rollout for the Galaxy S26 series will begin next week. That said, users of these flagships can expect the Stable update next month, and no new Beta will be provided in between.
If you’re already part of the One UI 8.5 beta program, you can get beta 5 on your Galaxy by going to Settings > Software updates > Download and install.
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