Samsung's One UI 7 Update Schedule Under Fire Amidst Delays for Galaxy Lineup
As anticipation builds among Galaxy users for the One UI 7 update, Samsung finds itself in hot water once again due to repeated delays and setbacks. After a prolonged optimization process for the Android 15 update, users are left questioning the reliability of Samsung's update promises. Today, reports from India reveal an ambitious yet seemingly unrealistic schedule for upcoming software updates across various Galaxy devices. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect and the challenges Samsung faces in delivering on these promises.
Revised Update Timeline
- April 2025 - Galaxy S24, S24 Plus, S24 Ultra, Z Flip 6, and Z Fold 6;
- May 2025 - Galaxy Tab S10 Plus, Tab S10 Ultra, Z Flip 5, Z Fold 5, Galaxy S23, S23 Plus, S23 Ultra, S24 FE, Z Flip 4, Z Fold 4, Tab S9, Tab S9 Plus, Tab S9 Ultra, Galaxy Z Flip 3, Z Fold 3, Galaxy S21, S21 Plus, S21 Ultra, S23 FE, Tab S8, Tab S8 Plus, Tab S8 Ultra, Galaxy S22, S22 Plus, S22 Ultra, Galaxy S21 FE;
- June 2025 - Galaxy Tab S9 FE, Tab S9 FE Plus, Galaxy A16 5G, Galaxy A35 5G, Galaxy A55 5G, Galaxy F16 5G, Galaxy M16 5G, Galaxy M35 5G, Galaxy M55 5G, Galaxy A34 5G, Galaxy A54 5G, Galaxy F15 5G, Galaxy M15 5G, Galaxy A25 5G, Galaxy F55 5G, Galaxy M55s 5G, Galaxy A05s, Galaxy A15 5G, Galaxy A73 5G, Galaxy F05, Galaxy F34 5G, Galaxy F54 5G, Galaxy M05, Galaxy M34 5G, Galaxy Tab A9 Plus, Galaxy A14, A14 5G, Galaxy A33 5G, Galaxy A53 5G, Galaxy F14, Galaxy M14, Galaxy A06, Galaxy XCover 7, Galaxy F14 5G, Galaxy M14 5G, Galaxy M33 5G, Galaxy M53 5G;
- July 2025 - Galaxy Tab A9.
The situation has worsened compared to earlier plans which had promised a more extensive rollout. Users are now left with postponed updates for key models, with the Galaxy Z Flip 5, Z Fold 5, and the S23 series being the latest casualties of these delays.
Other Products Facing Setbacks
While the large-scale flagship devices dominate the attention, Samsung's mid-range offerings like the Galaxy A34, A35, and A16 are now expected to join the update schedule a month later than initially planned, in June. Similarly, even the Galaxy Tab A9 may slip to that timeframe, signaling widespread challenges in managing the update rollout effectively.
In the grand scheme of things, it is essential for Samsung to regain the trust of its user base, exploring ways to realign their update strategies and delivering on promised timelines with greater efficiency. The need for immediate action becomes apparent as the company strives to stabilize its offerings amidst a growing backlash from consumers.