Samsung One UI 7 beta delayed due to stability and update concerns

Samsung fans eagerly awaiting the release of the One UI 7 beta will have to wait a little longer. The beta, based on Android 15, was initially expected to be available for the Galaxy S24 series earlier this month. However, reports suggest that the release has been delayed, and Samsung has not made any official statement explaining the reason for the delay.

Bug fixes have priority

A reliable source, Ice Universe, has shed some light on the situation. According to the tipster, Samsung is focusing on fixing obvious bugs before the beta launches. The company wants to make sure the beta reaches a certain level of stability. This way, it will make a good impression on testers. This approach underlines Samsung’s commitment to delivering a polished experience, even in the beta phase.

While Ice Universe points to bug fixes as the reason for the delay, Sammobile offers a different, albeit plausible, explanation. According to their report, the delay could be related to the ongoing rollout of the One UI 6.1.1 update. This update is typically reserved for Galaxy tablets and foldable devices. However, Samsung is reportedly extending the update to older Galaxy S series phones as well. This is due to the inclusion of new Galaxy AI features.

The decision to push One UI 6.1.1 to additional devices could be a bottleneck in the development process. As a result, resources that could have been devoted to the One UI 7 beta are being redirected to support the broader One UI 6.1.1 rollout. This theory is consistent with Sammobile’s claim that including additional devices in the update rollout is a key factor in the delay.

For now, the One UI 7 beta is expected to launch in September. When it finally does, the first devices to receive the update will be the Galaxy S24 series. Of course, we also expect the Galaxy Fold 6 and Flip 6 to receive the update. The beta program will be rolling out in phases, starting with users in South Korea, Germany, and the US. After the initial launch, the beta will expand to other regions, including India, China, and the UK.

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While the delay in the One UI 7 beta release may be frustrating for avid users, it seems that Samsung is prioritizing both stability and the smooth rollout of ongoing updates. Whether the delay is due to bug fixes or the extended One UI 6.1.1 rollout, users can rest assured knowing that Samsung is committed to delivering a high-quality experience, even in the early stages of software testing.