While its Chinese competitors are rapidly rolling out stable versions of Android 15 for various devices, Samsung appears to be falling behind. Unlike its previous quick update schedules, Samsung has not yet released the first beta of One UI 7, which will be based on Android 15. This delay marks a significant shift from Samsung’s typically swift software update strategy in recent years.
The reason for this lag, according to rumours, is Samsung’s focus on making One UI 7 the most enhanced version of its custom interface yet, aiming to incorporate substantial improvements. Despite this, the wait is palpable for those eager for updates.
Recent leaks suggest an anticipated release timeline:
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First Beta for Galaxy S24 Series: Expected during the first week of December.
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Beta for Galaxy S23 Series: Approximately 2-3 weeks after the S24’s beta release.
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Galaxy S22 Series: Unclear if it will receive the beta this year.
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Galaxy S21 Series: Confirmed not to be part of the beta program.
The beta testing phase is projected to last about two months. The stable version of One UI 7 is slated for a February release, aligning with Samsung’s strategy to debut it with the Galaxy S25 series before it becomes available for other devices.
