Samsung has reportedly paused the global rollout of its highly anticipated One UI 7 update after users in South Korea flagged a critical bug that prevented some Galaxy S24 devices from unlocking properly.
The issue was first reported by well-known leaker Ice Universe, who described the bug as “serious.” Although the bug appears to primarily affect Galaxy S24 models in South Korea, Samsung has suspended the update across all devices globally as a precautionary measure.
Update Pulled from Samsung’s Servers
Using firmware tracking tools like CheckFirm, tech enthusiasts have confirmed that One UI 7 is no longer available as the latest firmware version for several Galaxy devices. Older versions have since reappeared, suggesting the update was quietly removed from active distribution.
Samsung has not yet issued an official statement or shared a timeline for when a patched version of the update might resume. Users who have already downloaded One UI 7 are advised to stay alert for any possible hotfixes.
One UI 7: What’s at Stake
Based on Android 15, One UI 7 includes a series of AI-powered enhancements and performance upgrades. The update initially began rolling out on April 7 for the Galaxy S24, Z Fold 6, and Z Flip 6. The U.S. release followed on April 10, with broader availability to Galaxy A series devices and S25 models starting earlier this year.
However, the rollout had already faced criticism for delays, arriving seven months after Android 15 became available to developers, and two months after the Galaxy S25 shipped with the software pre-installed.
Samsung’s decision to halt the One UI 7 update shows a strong focus on user safety and product stability, though it’s a setback for those eagerly awaiting Android 15 features. With no official fix or timeline yet announced, all eyes are now on Samsung to deliver a swift and stable resolution.
