This week, Samsung’s servers revealed what is likely the first public beta update for One UI 7.0, based on Android 15, for the Galaxy S24 series. This marks the beginning of the long-awaited One UI 7.0 Beta Program for owners of the Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra. The discovery of this beta firmware suggests that Samsung’s rollout of the update is finally underway, much to the excitement of those eager to test out new features.
Initially, the beta firmware appeared for the Galaxy S24 Ultra models in India and Europe, but it has now been spotted in multiple markets. These include the US, UK, Germany, Poland, India, and Korea. Notably, China is absent from the list at this time, but it’s expected that the beta program will soon expand to include this region as well. Historically, these seven countries have been the primary focus of Samsung’s One UI beta programs since the introduction of One UI 1.0.
Samsung’s beta programs typically roll out in phases, starting with select countries like Germany, Korea, and the US in the first phase. A few weeks later, the second phase expanded the program to more regions. While this staggered approach has been standard practice, there’s hope that Samsung will expedite the rollout of One UI 7.0 this year to compensate for the delays in its availability. Users are eager to get their hands on the update, and a quicker rollout would be well-received.
In the second phase of the One UI 7.0 beta program, it’s anticipated that more Galaxy devices, particularly flagship models from 2023 and 2024, will be included. Interested users with eligible devices will be able to sign up through the Samsung Members app, which has already made the necessary preparations for this process. This ensures that those who want to experience the new features ahead of the global release can easily register for the beta.
The discovery of the One UI 7.0 beta firmware is a significant step toward the official rollout of the update. While the program will be phased in across select regions, there is optimism that the process will be quicker this year. As more users gain access to the beta, Samsung hopes to fine-tune the update before its full release to a global audience, offering an opportunity for feedback and early testing.
