Top 3 Key Points:
- Separate AOD & Lock Screen: One UI 7.0 will allow users to customize Always On Display (AOD) and lock screens independently.
- Custom Notifications: Users can hide or show notification icons on AOD and lock screens separately using the LockStar module.
- UI Overhaul: Expect a new visual experience, including a redesigned Quick Panel, smoother animations, and fresh icons.
Samsung is preparing to roll out One UI 7.0, and it brings significant improvements that many users have been waiting for. One of the key updates is the separation of settings for Always On Display (AOD) and the lock screen. Previously, with One UI 6.1, Samsung had merged the AOD and lock screen settings, meaning users couldn’t customize them individually. However, with the release of One UI 7.0, users will regain the freedom to modify their AOD screen and lock screen independently.
Custom Notification Control with LockStar
A feature that has caught the attention of many is the ability to hide notification icons on the AOD screen. This change came after a Galaxy S24 user asked on Samsung’s forum why they couldn’t hide notifications on their phone’s AOD. Samsung responded through the GoodLock Manager, confirming that this feature will be included in the One UI 7.0 update.
With Good Lock’s LockStar module, users will have even more control over their lock screen and AOD displays. They can show or hide notifications separately, and also customize the layout—including the location and size of the clock and other interface elements—on both the lock screen and the AOD screen. This new level of customization will give users more flexibility to tailor their phone’s visual experience to their preferences.
Visual Overhaul in One UI 7.0
Samsung’s One UI 7.0 is not just about customization options. The update will bring a major user interface revamp, which includes a two-page Quick Panel, offering easier access to controls and shortcuts. Users can also expect smoother animations and transitions, adding to a more fluid experience. Other visual changes include a new battery icon, an improved charging animation, updated icon designs for stock apps, and a pill-shaped UI element for ongoing events, such as timers.
These improvements are expected to enhance the overall look and feel of Samsung devices, making them even more user-friendly and visually appealing.
Delayed Release but Anticipated Features
The launch timeline for One UI 7.0 is still unclear. Samsung has traditionally started its One UI Beta Program ahead of the Samsung Developer Conference, but this year, there’s been a delay. Samsung has yet to begin the beta testing, which raises concerns about whether the stable version will be ready by the end of the year.
In the meantime, Samsung has rolled out One UI 6.1.1 for several high-end phones and tablets. But many users are eagerly awaiting the One UI 7.0 update, given the exciting new features and the complete UI refresh that it promises.
With One UI 7.0, Samsung is set to offer a more personalized and visually refreshed experience, addressing many of the user requests that have been voiced in recent years.
