One UI 7.0 is one of the most comprehensive upgrades that Samsung has put together for its custom Android skin. It brings a major visual overhaul, a handful of new features, as well as many excellent Galaxy AI enhancements. One UI 7.0 places eligible Galaxy devices at par, if not above, smartphones that provide a top tier software experience.
Top tier software experience is often cited by Apple fans as one of the reasons why iPhones are better, even though that may not always be the case, and with One UI 7.0, that certainly isn't the case. There are many great features that will be the envy of iPhone owners, here are just five of them.
5 One UI 7.0 features that your iPhone friends will envy
1. Dynamic Now Bar
The Now Bar is a new UI element that's a great addition to Samsung's software. It's dynamic so it changes what it displays based on what you're doing. For example, it will show workout information for Samsung Health, playback controls for music, timers, and a lot of other contextually relevant details.
One UI 7.0 displays the Now Bar at the bottom of the screen. That's also where it's positioned on the lock screen. You can even swipe through different activities. Now Bar certainly makes it much more fun to interact with the lock screen.
Why brag? Modern iPhones have the Dynamic Island, but it's not nearly as dynamic or available on the lock screen, so the usability isn't as great.
2. Revamped notification and quick settings panel
Samsung has given the Notifications and Quick Panel a major glow up. They're now two separate screens, allowing for less clutter and more organized control. You can even switch the order of every single button and toggle.
Notifications are also bigger now and pill-shaped for increased legibility. All toggles and controls have been enhanced in Quick Panel that also gets more intuitive volume bar.
Why brag? The single control center of the iPhone can only dream of providing the level of customization that One UI 7.0 does.
3. Unparalleled lock screen personalization
Samsung has reimagined the lock screen with One UI 7.0. It gets beautifully designed new widgets that display relevant information. You also get ten new lock screen clock styles to choose from in this latest update.
All of it is put together very nicely in the new design language that Samsung has introduced with One UI 7.0. Everything from changing the font styles to colors and the size of these elements is possible for a user experience that's truly personalized.
Why brag? Apple only recently allowed iPhone owners to customize the lock screen. Samsung has let Galaxy users do that for years, and with One UI 7.0, it's in a class of its own.
4. Powerful Knox Matrix dashboard
One UI 7.0 makes it super easy to check the security state of all connected devices in your Galaxy ecosystem. The new Knox Matrix Dashboard provides an overview of all Samsung devices that you use, not just mobile devices, but even TVs and home appliances.
When a security risk is detected, the Knox Matrix Dashboard automatically provides actionable recommendations to ensure that your data remains safe and your privacy is protected in an increasingly dangerous cybersecurity environment.
Why brag? Samsung's wide range of products not only make the Galaxy ecosystem more powerful, but One UI 7.0 provides security insight in a way that iPhone users can only dream of.
5. Effortless camera control
Samsung has redesigned the camera app in One UI 7.0 to make it a dream for everyone who loves taking photos and videos with their mobile device. All of the camera options and settings are intuitively placed for easier one-handed use.
The camera mode switcher is denser and positioned closer to your fingers for convenient access. From smooth lens switching to a zoom slider that's as smooth as butter, capturing the perfect shot becomes truly effortless on your Galaxy device.
Why brag? Having good cameras isn't enough, the software should provide exceptional control that helps you realize the camera's potential. This is where One UI 7.0 outshines the iPhone.
Bonus flex: One UI 7.0's Galaxy foldable advantage
Apple used to hype up “One More Thing” at its events, so here's one more flex about One UI 7.0. It's even more powerful on foldable smartphones, helping elevating features like multitasking to a whole new level.
Imagine experiencing all of the above on a Galaxy Z Fold 6 that also unfolds to provide you with a display that's almost tablet-sized. Meanwhile, Apple fans still don't know if there's ever going to be a foldable iPhone.
One UI 7.0 isn't just an upgrade. It's a showcase of why Galaxy devices are truly unique and why the iPhone isn't really the flex that some think it is. Samsung recently rolled out the third beta of One UI 7.0 and all signs point to a public release in the near future.
