Google is already testing the next version of its operating system – Android 15. A few developer preview builds are already out, and the new OS is now going through the beta testing phase, which will last until July. While the stable Android 15 release is months away, Samsung Galaxy owners are curious to know about its release date, the new features it’ll bring, and the eligible devices for the One UI 7 upgrade.
In this post, you’ll know everything about the Android 15-based One UI 7 update.
Samsung Galaxy One UI 7 (Android 15) Eligible Devices List
[Galaxy S series]
- Galaxy S24 Ultra
- Galaxy S24+
- Galaxy S24
- Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Galaxy S23+
- Galaxy S23
- Galaxy S23 FE
- Galaxy S22 Ultra
- Galaxy S22+
- Galaxy S22
- Galaxy S21 Ultra
- Galaxy S21+
- Galaxy S21
- Galaxy S21 FE
[Galaxy Z series]
- Galaxy Z Fold 5
- Galaxy Z Flip 5
- Galaxy Z Fold 4
- Galaxy Z Flip 4
- Galaxy Z Fold 3
- Galaxy Z Flip 3
[Galaxy Tab series]
- Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S9+
- Galaxy Tab S9
- Galaxy Tab S9 FE+
- Galaxy Tab S9 FE
- Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S8+
- Galaxy Tab S8
- Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024)
- Galaxy Tab A9+
- Galaxy Tab A9
- Galaxy Tab Active 5
[Galaxy A series]
- Galaxy A73
- Galaxy A72
- Galaxy A55
- Galaxy A54
- Galaxy A35
- Galaxy A34
- Galaxy A33
- Galaxy A25
- Galaxy A24
- Galaxy A23
- Galaxy A15 (LTE)
- Galaxy A15 (5G)
- Galaxy A14 (LTE)
- Galaxy A14 (5G)
- Galaxy A05s
[Galaxy M series]
- Galaxy M55
- Galaxy M54
- Galaxy M34
- Galaxy M53
- Galaxy M33
- Galaxy M15
[Galaxy F series]
- Galaxy F55
- Galaxy F54
- Galaxy F34
- Galaxy F15
[Galaxy Xcover series]
- Galaxy Xcover 7
This is not the official list, but shouldn’t be a lot different than that. We have into account Samsung’s software update policy and the past updates rollout to prepare this list.
Samsung provides at least two Android updates to all Galaxy devices. Hence, all those launched with Android 13 or Android 14 will get the Android 15-based One UI 7 update.
The brand offers four years of OS upgrades to flagships and mid-range phones. Since all Galaxy devices under this promise launched with Android 11 or later, they will also be upgraded to Android 15.
Again, this is not the final list. Samsung might upgrade more Galaxy devices to One UI 7. We’ll keep updating the list based on the latest information.
Also Read: 10 Amazing Features Coming to Android 15
Android 15 Release Timeline
Every new Android OS goes through multiple development and testing phases before the stable build arrives for the public. The developer preview phase is done for Android 15, and it is now in its beta phase of testing, which will last until July.
Once the beta phase passes through, Android 15 will reach platform stability where bugs and problems are resolved to prepare for a stable release.
Google hasn’t revealed when the stable Android 15 builds will be released, but it’s likely to be in October 2024, when the company will also announce the Pixel 9 series. In the same month last year, Google announced the stable release of Android 14.
Google Pixels will be the first in line to receive the Android 15 update. But when will it start rolling out to Samsung? After the stable release, Samsung takes time to blend its custom skin – One UI – with the latest Android OS.
Samsung is among the Android brands to offer beta builds for users to get an early look at the new software. Last year, the brand started releasing beta builds of Android 14 in August, and we are expecting the same with Android 15. As always, newer Galaxy S-series phones will be the first to get an early taste of Android 15 via the beta releases.
Also Read: Android 15 Will be the Final Major OS Update for These Galaxy Devices
What’s New in Android 15?
These features have been announced or discovered in Android 15 beta builds.
Satellite Connectivity Support
Ever since Apple released satellite connectivity for iPhones, Android users have been desperately waiting for it. Finally, it’s coming as a part of Android 15. Apps can use APIs to detect when a device is connected to a satellite.
Android 15 supports satellite connectivity for SMS apps and RCS apps for sending and receiving messages. This means satellite connectivity will not be limited to emergency uses only.
Partial Screen Sharing
If you share or record the screen in Android 14 or older versions, it will capture everything displayed on the screen. Android 15 makes it better by adding support for sharing or recording a single app rather than the entire screen.
Notification Cooldown
Too many successive notifications from a single app can be annoying, which Google has tried to resolve with the “Notification cooldown” feature. This feature lowers the volume of successive notifications coming from the same app.
Sensitive Notifications
Android 15 adds a strong layer of protection to your OTPs. The new sensitive notification feature will prevent malicious Android apps from reading your OTPs.
OTP fraud has been on the rise in recent years, and hence this feature could save people their hard-earned money if implemented correctly.
High-Quality Webcam
Android 14 QPR 1 for Google Pixel phones added a feature to use your Android phone as a webcam for a PC, but the output quality was basic. Android 15 resolves this problem by adding a high-quality webcam mode that disables power optimizations.
This feature has been spotted in Android 15 Developer Preview 2, where a new “HQ” symbol appears in the webcam preview. As it disables power optimizations, expect some battery drain.
Universal Keyboard Vibration Control
Android 15 will let you universally disable keyboard vibration. The new “keyboard vibration” toggle, when turned off, overrides individual keyboard apps’ settings. However, you will be able to control the haptics of each keyboard app by disabling it.
These are some notable additions to Android 15 that have been discovered so far.
What are your expectations with Android 15? And which Galaxy device do you have? Please share your thoughts in the comments below.
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