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The third One UI 7 beta firmware for the Galaxy S24 is now rolling out!
Earlier this month, Samsung kicked off the One UI 7 Beta program, allowing select Galaxy S21 owners to try out the new Android 15 software ahead of the stable release. Last week, Samsung released the second beta, which improved performance and fixed bugs related to Now Bar, App drawer, Quick panel, and more. Now South Korean firm has started rolling out the One UI 7 beta 3 based on Android 15 to the Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra.
One UI 7 beta 3 for Galaxy S24 series is out
The One UI 7 Beta 3 update for the Galaxy S24 series comes with firmware version ending in ZXLJ. It is currently available in Germany and Korea and the company will soon expand it in all eligible markets.
- Germany: S92xBXXU4ZXLJ
- Korea: S92xNKSU4ZXLJ
The latest beta update fixes a bundle of issues that users encountered in the last beta version. mainly related to Quick Panel, Lock screen, Edge panel, Routine+, Lock screen shortcuts, Now bar, and more.
What’s new
New features
- Provide the option to switch left and right when opening the quick settings window
- Added 4×1 widget
Major changes/improvements
- Improved the inconvenience of vertical scrolling in the alphabetical sorting of the app drawer
- Changed the default setting of the screen refresh rate during Game Booster > Games to 120Hz and applied multilingual translations
- Changed the name of the FPS setting in Game Booster > Customize individual games to ‘FPS’ and changed the MAX value among the options to 60
- Set the default refresh rate to 120Hz in Game Booster > Samsung Messages > Exception occurred when saving MMS images
- Fixed the issue where the quick panel does not close immediately when opened and then closed immediately and the animation has to be completed before closing
- Fixed the Now bar not being displayed in a specific pat
- Fixed the alignment error of the battery icon and notification icon in the lock screen/AOD/status bar
- Fixed an error related to editing the lock screen
- Fixed the disappearance of the lock screen shortcut icon
- Fixed an error in the volume key operation when using Routine+
- Fixed the Edge panel > Tools not being displayed
- Many other improvements
Samsung has added sounds to One UI 7 Beta 3 that will lock and unlock the phone as well as play new tunes when you start charging. After installing this beta, you will notice that the fingerprint unlocking speed is very fast, which is faster than the previous version.
The One UI 7 Beta 3 comes in a January 2025 security update to protect the security to avoid bugs from the system and affecting your smartphone safety in terms of functioning.
The One UI 7 Beta based on the Android 15 has started seeding the Galaxy S24 owners. If your Galaxy S24 is enrolled in the beta program, you should receive the OTA notification soon. If you don’t receive a notification, you can check manually via the Settings > Software Update menu and Download and install.
The new One UI 7 beta version will bring you one step closer to its stable release. And the compnay is all set to release the Stable version of One UI 7 with Galaxy S25 series next year.
One UI 7 packs a plethora of new features and improvements, including a redesigned Quick Settings panel, new lock screen customization with Now Bar, improved Wi-Fi settings, new charging animations, improved overall experience, and plenty more. To learn more about everything that’s new in the latest Samsung software, be sure to check out our in-depth article on One UI 7.
Samsung is gearing up to launch its next flagship S series smartphones, the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus, and Galaxy S26 Ultra, and now we have the latest “possible” look via unofficial leaked renders, showing the phones in black from different angles.
Certain tipsters have suggested the design of the new Galaxy S26 series way before its launch. Some said that it could bring a vertical pill shape bump in the base layer, encompassing three rings on the back, just like its predecessor, while others are now hinting at a box-like imaging system.
Amid this confusion, alleged renders of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus and Galaxy S26 Ultra are emerging from YTECHB, showing what the devices could actually look like. It may adopt stunning dynamic shades this time: Black, showing the device from all angles.
Looking at the renders in detail, the biggest design change is the rear camera on the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Instead of the old separate rings, it now features a single camera island inspired by the Galaxy Z Fold 7, giving the back a clean, modern look.
With the launch approaching on February 25th, official renders of the Galaxy S26 series have leaked, and we expect more interesting leaks to emerge soon. Samsung has also started taking pre-reservations for it in many countries, including the US and India.
Here’s how it looks.
Samsung is preparing to launch its new Galaxy S series phones, the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus, and Galaxy S26 Ultra, later this month. We’ve already seen numerous leaks and rumors about these devices, detailing their specifications and indicating that the launch is imminent. Now, a reliable industry insider has provided new information about 4 design changes coming to the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra.
Leaker “IceUniverse” has shared new information about four design changes for the Galaxy S26 Ultra. According to the leak, the Galaxy S26 Ultra will have slightly more rounded corners, giving it a softer overall look.
Regarding the second change, the Galaxy S26 Ultra has a slightly larger front camera cutout. This is due to the front camera’s wider field of view, which should allow more people to fit into group selfies.
Furthermore, there is no difference in the bezel width between the Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Galaxy S25 Ultra. Fourth, and most importantly, the Galaxy S26 Ultra has a slightly larger display. It measures 6.89 inches, compared to the 6.86-inch display of the Galaxy S25 Ultra.
Recently, disappointing news for fans has emerged from an online listing. It appears that Samsung has not included Qi2 magnets in the device. Users will need to purchase compatible accessories to utilize Qi2 charging.
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series will be officially launched on February 25th. The event will take place in San Francisco, and an official livestream will be available for fans. More details will be revealed as the launch date approaches. Stay tuned.
Samsung Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+, and Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G are well-loved smartphones in the Galaxy S series that have now shifted from a monthly to a quarterly update plan. This means that Galaxy users of these Galaxy flagship devices will now receive software updates every three months instead of every month.
The Korean tech giant recently announced its revised update schedule for its Galaxy devices, with the February 2026 security patch, and the Galaxy S22 series has been placed in the quarterly update category.
The Galaxy S22 still performs very well, and with the latest Galaxy AI features recently added via the One UI 8 update, it remains up-to-date. Furthermore, it will receive One UI 8.5 later this year, which will likely be the final One UI upgrade for the S22.
How many more updates will the Galaxy S22 get?
If you need a reminder, your Galaxy S22 series is eligible for Samsung’s four-year Android upgrade policy and will get four major OS upgrades. These phones launched with Android 12 and One UI 4.1 and have already received Android 16, along with their respective One UI updates.
Coming to the topic, although the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+, and Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G 5G will continue to function properly, the change in the quarterly update schedule means that users will not receive the latest features and security enhancements as quickly as before.
If you own a Galaxy S22 series phone and are considering an upgrade, you might want to check out newer Samsung models like the Galaxy S26 series. These devices will launch later this month with new features in One UI 8.1, ensuring you stay up to date with the latest technology.
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