Introducing One UI 7 on Samsung Galaxy phones and tablets

One UI 7 debuted with the Galaxy S25, Galaxy Tab S10 FE Plus, Galaxy Tab S10 FE, Galaxy A36 5G, Galaxy A26 5G and Galaxy A16 5G. As the rollout continues, a wider range of Galaxy devices will receive the update.

Here’s a list of Samsung Galaxy devices that launched with One UI 7 or are expected to receive the update:

Note: AI features may be limited or unavailable depending on your device model.

In practice, you won’t need to look for a software update yourself. When One UI 7 becomes available for your Samsung Galaxy device, a push notification will automatically appear, prompting you to download and install it. Important updates like user interface (UI) upgrades or security patches are nearly impossible to miss. Your device ensures you’re notified when it’s time to update. All it takes is a single tap to start the update process, with no effort required.

Note that unlocked Galaxy devices typically receive updates sooner than carrier-locked models. This is because updates for unlocked devices come directly from Samsung, while carrier-locked devices may experience delays as the update goes through the carrier’s review and customization process.

If you’d like to check whether the latest One UI version is available for your Samsung Galaxy phone or tablet, follow the steps below:

After installing the update, you can explore what's new in One UI 7 directly on your device, either during the setup process or by accessing the user manual. To view the manual on your device:

Pro tip: Once the Notification or Quick settings panel is open, you can swipe left or right to switch between them.

You can combine the Notification and Quick settings panels into a single view if you prefer the navigation method used before One UI 7. It only takes a few simple steps:

One UI 7 makes it easier than ever to view and manage your connected and nearby devices directly from the Quick settings panel. Note that a Samsung account is required to use this feature.

Storage share lets you wirelessly access and manage files stored on your Galaxy phone or tablet directly from your PC or TV. You can view, edit, move, or copy files without using a cable. This makes it easy and convenient to work with your content across different devices. Note that a Samsung account is required to use this feature.

• Mindfulness: Manage stress and improve your mental well-being using the Mindfulness features in Samsung Health. With guided breathing exercises, mood tracking, and meditation content, it’s easy to build healthier habits for your mind.
  
  To get started, open the Samsung Health app, swipe to the Mindfulness tile, and tap it to explore tools that help you feel more centered and relaxed.

• Parental Controls: Parents can add children aged 13 and older to their Samsung Family group to manage usage and apply parental settings across Galaxy devices.
  
  To set up parental controls, open Settings on your Galaxy phone, tap your Samsung account profile at the top, then tap Family and select Invite family member.

• App Archiving: Your Galaxy device can suggest apps to archive when they haven’t been used for over 30 days, helping you free up storage without deleting them.
  
  To archive unused apps, open Settings, tap Device care, then tap Storage. Navigate to Unused apps, select the apps you want to archive and tap the Archive button at the bottom of the screen.

• Cross-app actions: Use Google Gemini to complete tasks across multiple apps with a single command. This feature helps streamline your productivity by combining actions into one request.
  
  To use Cross-app actions, long-press the Side button, then speak or type a command such as ("Find sushi restaurants nearby and text them to Jessie") to let Gemini take care of the rest.

• Gemini Live: Maximize productivity by having real-time conversations with Google Gemini for help with tasks, planning, or getting quick answers.
  
  To launch Gemini Live, long-press the Side button, then tap the Gemini Live icon (represented by three vertical lines with a star) to start your conversation.

• Gallery Search: Find the photos you’re looking for faster with smarter, more relevant search results in the Gallery app.
  
  To use it, open the Gallery app, type your search term in the Search field, and tap the Search icon (represented by a magnifying glass) on the keyboard to view related photos.

• Settings Search: Quickly find specific settings on your phone using improved search functionality within the Settings app.
  
  To use it, open Settings, type the setting name in the Search field, and tap the Search icon (represented by a magnifying glass) to view results.

• Circle to Search: Use Circle to Search to identify and learn more about content on your screen without switching apps. Just long-press the Home button (or the gesture handle), circle a word, image, or object, and relevant information will appear in a pop-up panel powered by Google. This feature helps you explore and understand what you see, quickly and easily, from anywhere on your device.

• Writing assist: Writing assist options can now be used with any selected text in supported apps like Messages, Email, Notes, or social media platforms.
  
  To use Writing assist, open your desired app and begin typing. Select your text, then tap the Galaxy AI icon (represented by four stars of different sizes) on the keyboard to reveal a set of smart tools. Depending on the app and context, you’ll see options such as translating, rephrasing, adjusting tone or format, or checking spelling and grammar.

• Now Brief: Get personalized daily updates like weather, calendar events, to-dos, and health insights, all in one place.

• Now Bar: Access live notifications and essential tools (like timers, voice recordings or health tracking) directly from your Lock screen.

• Home AI: Make your home more comfortable with AI-powered suggestions and automations in the SmartThings app.

• AI Privacy: Keep your personal data secure by processing Galaxy AI features directly on your device.

• AI Stickers: Create fun, custom stickers using your own text prompts and artistic styles through the Samsung keyboard.

• Image generation: Turn sketches, photos, or text prompts into custom images using Drawing assist.

• Portrait studio: Apply realistic portrait styles to selfies or group photos in the Gallery app.

• Evolved Story: Automatically create a themed story using related photos and videos from your Gallery.

• Live effect: Add subject-specific motion or visual effects to bring static photos to life.

• Generative edit: Move or remove elements in your photos using Galaxy AI-powered Photo assist tools.

• Best face: Select the best facial expressions from Motion photo frames to improve group shots.

• Audio eraser: Remove unwanted background sounds from videos with smart sound separation options.

• Auto trim: Instantly create highlight clips from longer videos using AI-powered Smart Studio editing.

• Log video: Record professional-grade video in Log format with flat tones for precise color editing.

• Barrier-free communication: Live translate now supports more languages and popular third-party apps, helping you break language barriers during calls.

• Record and summarize: Automatically transcribe and summarize phone calls recorded in the Samsung Phone app for easy review.

• Video Call Reactions: Use hand gestures to trigger fun animated emoji reactions during video calls in supported apps like Google Meet or WhatsApp.