A new rumor suggests Samsung will keep the Android 15/One UI 7 beta program exclusive to the Galaxy S24 lineup. Samsung will reportedly go straight to the release of the stable version in the first two weeks of February for other devices.Summarize in one-click with Galaxy AI
According to X user @FamilyTaes, who previously leaked a roadmap for the One UI 7.0 beta program, Samsung doesn't plan to release beta updates for the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S22, Galaxy S21, and any Galaxy A-series device. On the upside, Samsung could update every eligible Galaxy S smartphone to One UI 7 before March.
Samsung could speedrun through One UI 7's beta testing
Samsung has reportedly made this decision because One UI 7 is set to make its official debut on the Galaxy S25. And, as you may know, the Galaxy S25 launch is just a few weeks away. There's no word on whether the Galaxy Z Fold 6, Galaxy Z Flip 6 and other foldables will skip the beta program as well.
More details after our One UI 7 hands-on
For the Galaxy S24 lineup, Samsung could release the third One UI 7 beta update sometime between December 30 and January 6 and around three more updates after that before beginning the rollout of the stable version.
This rumor will obviously disappoint many fans, though Samsung's decision—if true—is understandable. The One UI 7 beta program launched too close to 2025 and the unveiling of the Galaxy S25, and if cancelling the program for older devices will help the company more quickly get the finished update out the door, we're all for it.
Nothing is set in stone, though, and we will let you know if something changes, so stay tuned.
