Samsung’s much-anticipated One UI 7 update, based on Android 15, has run into serious trouble. After months of internal testing and public excitement, the rollout began last week for the Galaxy S24 series and newer foldables—but it didn’t last long.
Within days, Samsung was forced to pause the global release, after reports emerged of a bug that prevented some users—particularly Galaxy S24 owners in South Korea—from unlocking their phones after installing the update.
The Android 15-based One UI 7 update had just started reaching the Galaxy S24, Z Fold 6, and Z Flip 6 models when users flagged issues. According to early reports from Korean forums and Samsung insiders, the software caused intermittent lock screen failures. Some devices wouldn’t unlock normally, rendering them temporarily unusable.
It wasn’t long before Samsung pulled the update from its servers entirely. Leaker Ice Universe first reported the halt on X (formerly Twitter), claiming a “serious bug” had been found shortly after the Korean firmware went live. Samsung later confirmed the pause.
“The One UI 7 rollout schedule is being updated to ensure the best possible experience,” the company told Android Authority. They added that revised timelines would be announced soon, but did not commit to a date.
If you're using a Galaxy S23, Z Fold 5, or even a high-end A-series model, chances are you’ve been eyeing the One UI 7 update. Unfortunately, you might be waiting longer than expected. With the update paused globally, Samsung’s original rollout schedule will likely be pushed back across the board—even for devices that hadn’t received the update yet.
One UI 7 was expected to bring several AI-powered features, including smart message writing, intelligent photo editing, and even restaurant recommendations. While some of these capabilities are already on Galaxy AI, the update was meant to refine and expand the experience with a refreshed interface.
The update’s premature launch and quick withdrawal have stirred concern, especially as Samsung continues positioning AI as a core part of its mobile experience. But experts aren’t pressing the panic button just yet.
“Better to pause than frustrate users with a half-baked experience,” said Carolina Milanesi of Creative Strategies, in a comment to CNET. And she’s got a point—when an update locks you out of your own phone, that’s not a great look for a company betting big on smarter software.
For now, Samsung has gone silent on when the One UI 7 update will return. Until then, Galaxy users will have to sit tight—and hope the next version doesn't come with more surprises than features.
