How to Update Your Samsung Galaxy Phone to One UI 7.0 Beta
We’ve all heard plenty of rumors, seen leaks, and checked out screenshots ofAndroid 15-based One UI 7. But haven’t we waited long enough already? While Samsung hasn’t officially confirmed the release date, it’s expected to roll out this month, with the stable version debuting alongside the Galaxy S25 seriesin January 2025. Want to upgrade early? Here’s how to enroll in and install the One UI 7.0 beta as soon as it becomes available for your Samsung phone.
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How to Join One UI 7 Beta Program
Samsung lets users opt for beta updates through their Samsung Members app. You can download it either fromGoogle Play StoreorGalaxy App Store. Here’s the full process:
You’ll be enrolled in the One UI 7.0 beta program if you meet the criteria.
Once you’re enrolled in the beta program, you can download the One UI 7 update just like you install any other regular software update. Check the steps below:
Note that the beta update is rolled out gradually to One UI Beta program participants, so it may take some time to arrive on your phone. The update may also take a while to install, so ensure you have enough time and that your phone’s battery is at least 50% charged.
Do You Need to Factory Reset Your Phone?
Some of you might wonder if updating from One UI 6.1 to One UI 7.0 will factory reset your Samsung phone or if it will happen when upgrading from the One UI 7 beta to the stable version. Rest assured, your phone won’t reset in these scenarios—just check the update change log in case it mentions a reset.
You’ll only need to reset your phone if you decide to downgrade from the One UI 7 beta back to One UI 6. Once One UI 7 is officially released, your phone will automatically update from the beta to the stable version without losing any data.
One UI 7 Eligible Devices
While Samsung hasn’t yet released an official list of phones eligible for the new update, here are all thedevices we expect to get the updatebased on Samsung’s update policy. Flagships released in 2024 and later will receive 7 years of updates, while older models will receive up to 4 years of updates.
Even Samsung budget phones get a minimum of 2 years of updates, so if you’ve got a budget M series phone that launched with Android 13, it will be updated to Android 15 with One UI 7.
Here’s the complete list:
One UI 7 Release Date
The Android 15-based One UI 7 is expected to officially launch with the Samsung Galaxy S25 series in early 2025. Based on leaks and rumors, the launch date is June 14, 2025. Here’s what we expect:
The first phase of the beta is expected to start in mid-December and will reportedly only be for the US, Korea, and Germany. These are the three regions that usually get first preference in the One UI beta program. The second phase rollout will bring the beta to India, Poland, the UK, and China.
In a surprising turn of events, Samsung accidentally published theOne UI 7 page on its Spanish website, revealing some of its key highlights, such as the new control panel, live activities, revamped and rounded icons, and more. While the page was taken down soon after, this accidental reveal gives us an early glimpse of what’s to come and suggests that Samsung is mostly done with development and is now gearing up for the marketing side.
If you have an eligible phone, you can join the beta for early access, but I’d recommend waiting for the stable release in February, especially for your primary device.
Ritik Singh
With over 7 years of experience in tech, Ritik currently heads content at Techwiser.com. His journey started by sharing knowledge and helping others in online communities. That passion soon turned into a career in tech journalism, backed by a formal education in Electronic Media. He’s held editorial roles at GadgetsToUse and PC-Tablet, and has contributed to popular publications like HowToGeek and TheWindowsClub. With over 2,000 how-tos, reviews, and in-depth guides under his belt, Ritik has helped millions of readers get more out of their tech—from smartphones to smart homes.
