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Samsung removed these features in One UI 7 Beta
Users of flagship models, the Galaxy S24 series in some markets enjoy the One UI 7 features ahead of the official release, and soon the One UI 7 Beta program will be expanded to other Samsung Galaxy phones, such as Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S22 series, and even latest foldable devices Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6. In addition to enhanced UI design, improved device performance, better security, and privacy, One UI 7 has removed some interesting features that Galaxy users will definitely miss.
One UI 7 removed some features that Samsung fans will definitely miss
One UI 7 has undergone a remarkable transformation since the arrival of One UI. However, the One UI 7 version removed some existing features alongside the platform upgrade to Android 15. Here are some removed features that Galaxy users will definitely miss.
Pop-up Windows’s Transparency adjustments
Until One UI 6.1, you can adjust the transparency of the pop-up window. However, Samsung removed the transparency adjustments option from the top toolbox, so you can not adjust transparency in the One UI 7 beta. It may be a bug or the option will be fixed in the stable version.
Edit Home Screen in Landscape Mode
On the previous One UI version, you can rearrange icons or widgets in landscape mode. However, One UI 7 no longer accesses this functionality. While, One UI 7 improved Home screen landscape view with a more consistent look and widgets now have a similar aspect ratio and text labels appear below icons instead of beside them.
Lock Screen Widget Carousel
On One UI 6.1.1 and earlier, Samsung lets users add certain widgets to the lock screen and access them by tapping the lock screen clock. This functionality was removed with the One UI 7.0 beta update. Now, when you click on the lock screen clock, the device simply displays the clock.
Edge Panels from Galaxy Store
One UI 7 restricts the ability to download the additional Edge panels from the Galaxy Store. Now, you can only use pre-installed Edge Panels on your Galaxy devices in One UI 7 update.
AR Zone in Camera app
With One UI 6.1.1, you can access features like AR Doodle, AR Emoji Camera, AR Emoji Studio, AR Emoji Stickers, Deco Pic, and Quick Measure through the Stock Camera app’s AR Zone section. With One UI 7, Samsung makes AR Zone, Deco Pic, and Quick Measure converted into standalone apps with One UI 7.0.
Windows on DeX
Along with One UI 7, Samsung is quietly shutting down its DeX app on Windows with its One UI 7 update. It turns your phone into a PC, allowing you to mirror your phone screen to a PC and easily drag and drop files between devices. Click here to know why it was removed.
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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