In recent months, Samsung has faced significant criticism over the rollout of its One UI 7 update, marking a misstep in its software deployment process. As the company prepares to launch the anticipated One UI 8 alongside its upcoming flagship devices, the saga of One UI 7 has left many users frustrated. In this article, we will delve into the specifics of the One UI 7 rollout and what Samsung is doing to remedy past mistakes.
Initially released on April 7, the rollout of One UI 7, based on Android 15, has been anything but smooth for Samsung. U.S. customers encountered an additional three-day wait for the update, only for that rollout to be abruptly halted due to unforeseen issues. Samsung has since acknowledged the problem through a representative on the Korean community forums, confirming that the situation has been rectified and that they anticipate resuming the update shortly.
Samsung Electronics had initiated the One UI 7 update for devices like the Galaxy S24, Galaxy Z Fold6, and Galaxy Z Flip6 starting on April 7. However, the company paused the update for maintenance due to significant issues. The representative's statement reflected the company’s commitment to addressing customer concerns: "We apologize to our customers for any inconvenience caused."
Despite the eventual rollout resumption, Samsung is under scrutiny for its handling of the One UI 7 update. Many users can expect to receive the update only after May or June, depending on their device model. The company's flagship series will receive priority, while other models will lag behind. As Samsung works through these challenges, the pressure mounts, especially with the launch of the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7, which will debut with One UI 8 in the coming months. Users are left pondering how long it will take for the promised improvements to reach their devices after experiencing delays with the current software update.
