Samsung's highly anticipated Android 15-based One UI 7 update has hit an unexpected roadblock just days after its initial release. After months of delays and a carefully planned rollout schedule, the tech giant has reportedly paused the global distribution of its latest software update due to the discovery of a significant issue.
Sudden Halt to Global Rollout
Samsung began rolling out the stable version of One UI 7 for Galaxy S24 devices in Europe on April 7, marking what should have been the beginning of a phased deployment across its device lineup. However, according to reliable Samsung leaker Ice Universe and discussions on Samsung's Korean forums, the company has now suspended the update worldwide. The reason cited is a serious bug discovered in the software after the initial release. Samsung has yet to officially acknowledge the issue or confirm the suspension, leaving many users wondering about the status of their pending updates.
Impact on Planned Release Schedule
Prior to this suspension, Samsung had outlined an ambitious rollout schedule for One UI 7. The company planned to expand availability to the Galaxy S23 series and recent foldable devices (Galaxy Z Fold6, Z Flip6, Z Fold5, and Z Flip5) by April 14. This was to be followed by releases for the Galaxy S24 FE on April 23, and then the Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy S21 series, Galaxy Z Fold4, and Galaxy Z Flip4 on April 24. The final phase was scheduled for April 28, targeting the Galaxy S22 series, Galaxy Z Fold3, and Galaxy Z Flip3.
Original One UI 7 Rollout Schedule (Vietnam)
- April 14: Galaxy S24 series, Galaxy S23 series, Galaxy Z Fold6, Galaxy Z Flip6, Galaxy Z Fold5, Galaxy Z Flip5
- April 23: Galaxy S24 FE
- April 24: Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy S21 series (including Galaxy S21 FE), Galaxy Z Fold4, Galaxy Z Flip4
- April 28: Galaxy S22 series, Galaxy Z Fold3, Galaxy Z Flip3
Uncertainty for Users Worldwide
While the original rollout schedule was specifically mentioned for Vietnam, the current suspension appears to affect users globally. Initial reports suggested the problem might be limited to Exynos-powered Galaxy S24 models, but more recent information indicates that even Snapdragon-powered devices like the Galaxy S24 Ultra are affected by the pause. This development creates uncertainty not only for Galaxy S24 owners who haven't yet received the update but also for users of other Samsung devices who were anticipating the update based on the published schedule.
Affected Devices
- Confirmed: Galaxy S24 series (both Exynos and Snapdragon variants)
- Potential impact: All Samsung devices scheduled for One UI 7 update
What This Means for Samsung's Update Timeline
This setback is particularly significant given that One UI 7 had already faced several months of delays before its initial release last week. Samsung typically aims to deliver major Android updates promptly, but this suspension could further push back the timeline for all eligible devices. The company has not provided any information about when the rollout might resume or how long it will take to address the reported bug. For now, users who were eagerly awaiting the new features and improvements in One UI 7 will need to exercise patience as Samsung works to resolve the issue.
