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One UI 7 lacks a much-needed security feature [Updated]
Samsung are great technology vendor in the smartphone industry, but when it comes to security and privacy, Samsung is two steps ahead. The Korean tech giant is recreating One UI 7 beta activity for the Galaxy S24 series and there are several new features to explore in this Android 15 adaption but it still lacks a basic, but much-needed security feature such as the App lock.
Updated: In a recent post on the One UI Beta community forum, the Samsung Beta Moderator responded and said that the project manager is currently evaluating whether the App lock feature alignment with the One UI 7 design concept and goals.
If the much-awaited security feature aligns with the One UI 7 direction, it could be included in the official release.
One UI 7 lacks a much-needed security feature – App lock
It is worth noting that the App lock feature is missing from the beginning in Samsung One UI software for Galaxy smartphones and tablets. Beginning of the year, a report emerged that suggested that Samsung could bring an App lock feature to your Galaxy devices.
Ultimately, this information turned out to be false, because Samsung did not bring the App lock feature to One UI 7 as the company is encouraging customers to store all photos, videos, files, apps, and data that they want to keep private in a Secure Folder.
Plus, Secure Folder is protected by the Samsung Knox security platform, making sure that your information is kept safer from any malicious attacks.
With the One UI 7, Samsung Knox allows you to check the security status of multiple Samsung smart devices including home appliances, phones, tablets, and TVs.
Other security and privacy features in One UI 7 include a Data recovery method for Enhanced Data Protection, Passkeys support for Samsung Accounts, a Maximum Restrictions option in Auto Blocker, and improved Theft Protection to the system to bring optimum user experience.
In addition to the security features, it is loaded with a range of smart features and improves the user’s experience from personalization to animations as well as an app in One UI 7 has a newer design, having a slightly darker color with a gradient background.
Samsung is rolling out a June 2025 security update for the Galaxy S23 series smartphone in the home market, and it comes with EMUI software version S91xNKSS6DYE5 with a download package size of 450 megabytes. This update is much needed for this mega flagship and it will improve the security aspect of the phone.
This marvelous phone is eligible to run One UI 8 software, and it will get it by the end of this year. The new One UI version will bring better features for the Samsung Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra, and there’s more that is yet to be known.
The Galaxy S23 series is one of the flagship series of the Samsung S series. It offers many new technologies and provides a better user experience with powerful camera features and quality.
Samsung has already released the June 2025 patch for the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S24 series, and it is also available for select mid-range smartphones, with availability depending on the region.
According to the changelog, this new firmware includes with June 2025 One UI security patch for a better and safer user experience. Many fixes come along with this update that you should install right away.
For your information, let us tell you that Samsung Galaxy S23 series users will gradually get the June 2025 update. Therefore, we suggest all users to check the update manually through Settings. From this section, open Software Update and then Download and Install.
Samsung has reportedly started testing a new version of its One UI software for the upcoming Galaxy S26 series, which could be One UI 8.5. The first news has recently surfaced online, showing that Samsung is working on the software for its next flagship Galaxy S series phones.
A reliable tipster has claimed that Samsung has started working on One UI 8.5 for next year’s Galaxy S series phones. This means the upcoming Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus, and Galaxy S26 Ultra could launch with One UI 8.5 software.
However, Samsung has not officially confirmed the release of One UI 8.5 yet, so we should take this information with a pinch of salt. Still, it’s clear that the Galaxy S26 series will feature a new version of One UI.
We’ll have to wait for more updates from Samsung to know when these devices will launch and what exact version of One UI they’ll run. Stay tuned for more details.
One UI 8 software update
Samsung fans are excited about the next big software update for Galaxy devices. The One UI 8 Beta has officially launched, with Samsung confirming the program and releasing the first beta update. Additionally, with the beta 2 rollout, Samsung’s One UI 8 beta is now available in Germany, India, Poland, South Korea, the UK, and the US.
Additionally, the stable version of One UI 8 is expected to launch this summer, starting with the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7, with a rollout to other devices soon after.
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE 5G starts receiving a new One UI 7-based update with the June 2025 security patch. The firmware is rolling out to limited smartphone users in the home market, South Korea. Although the company may soon initiate a broader software release.
The One UI 7 June 2025 security patch fixes a dozen vulnerabilities. It targets bugs hidden in the device system and ensures that private data remains secure. The firmware also fixes flaws that could allow malware to enter the phone.
On the other hand, it enhances the smartphone’s ability to fight problems. After installing the latest June 2025 update on Samsung Galaxy S24 FE, users can find performance improvements and some new add-ons in the device.
According to the changelog, the Galaxy S24 FE is getting the June 2025 update with the One UI 7 S721NKSS4BYE1 version. It carries a software package of 400 MB. The update brings 36 Android CVEs and 19 One UI SVE items to safeguard Galaxy devices.
The upcoming release is rolling out in the Korean market and will reach more regions soon. In the meantime, you can check the Updates section of your device to perform a manual installation. Before proceeding, make sure you have a stable Wi-Fi connection as well as adequate storage and battery levels on your device.
The Galaxy S24 FE smartphone was released with Android 14-based One UI 6.1. Subsequently, the company released the Android 15-based One UI 7 available as the first major upgrade, and now it is eligible to leave the beta program and move to the stable One UI 8 version.
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