All You Need to Know about Samsung One UI 7.0 Leaks

Samsung is poised to make a substantial and potentially contentious move with its forthcoming Samsung One UI 7.0 software update. This update will be available for the current S24 series, the forthcoming Galaxy S25 series, and several other Samsung devices. Early leaks have started to emerge, offering a sneak peek into the major changes Samsung is planning, and the community’s response has been mixed.

According to a reliable leaker on Twitter, known for their accurate information, Samsung One UI 7 will heavily draw inspiration from iOS 18, Xiaomi’s Hyper OS, and elements of macOS/Vision OS. A significant change is the redesign of the icons, which are now more rounded and feature a 3D look reminiscent of macOS. Additionally, the quick actions on the lock screen have been revamped to mirror the rounded icon shapes seen in iOS.

One of the most talked-about changes is the gallery app icon. Samsung is reportedly replacing its traditional red gallery icon with a rainbow-type flower icon, a move closely resembling iOS since version 7. Other notable changes include a dual notification panel system—one for notifications and another for quick toggles—and more rounded lock screen widgets. The camera UI is also getting an overhaul, with settings being moved from the top to the bottom of the app for easier access.

These changes suggest that Samsung is heavily borrowing design cues from iOS, leading to speculation that the new design leader of Samsung’s mobile division might have a preference for Apple’s aesthetic. However, visual leaks are yet to be seen, so final judgments are reserved until more concrete information is available.

In addition to the design changes, Samsung One UI 7 will bring new AI-powered features to Samsung devices. Samsung has confirmed that a major update to Bixby, utilizing Gen AI technology, is in the works and will be part of this update. This aligns with Samsung’s ongoing efforts to enhance its AI capabilities, as highlighted in their recent Unpacked event.

The Samsung One UI 7.0 update is expected to be showcased at Samsung’s Developer Conference (SDC) 2024, scheduled for October 3rd in San Jose, California. This update promises to be one of the most significant visual changes to One UI in the past three years, likely sparking considerable debate among users. Whether these iOS-inspired design changes will be well-received or not remains to be seen.