Samsung has officially started rolling out the One UI 7 beta for its two foldable flagships, the Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Flip6. For Algerian users who invested in these marvels of engineering, it's excellent news. The major update, weighing in at roughly 5 GB, ships with the 1 March 2025 security patch. The beta programme is currently open in a handful of countries — India, Korea, the UK, the US — hinting at an imminent arrival on other markets.
An aesthetic revolution for your screen
One of the most spectacular transformations in One UI 7 sits at the interface level. Samsung undertook a complete redesign of the key elements for a more modern, coherent experience.
- Buttons, menus and control bars: rounder, softer shapes for a gentler feel under the fingertips.
- Notifications: a cleaner visual treatment, more readable and less intrusive.
- New palette and animations: soft colours and fluid animations for a more dynamic, contemporary whole.
- Signature blur effect: One UI's emblematic blur is optimised to prioritise information better.
Icons, widgets and home screen: more customisation than ever
The home screen was completely rethought to offer unprecedented personalisation freedom. Looking to freshen up your smartphone? Now's the time.
- Icons and widgets: new icons with clearer visual metaphors; redrawn widgets with more colourful imagery and coherent layouts.
- Simplified grid: a standard grid ensures perfect symmetry and easier integration of standard-sized widgets.
- Optimised landscape mode: the home screen is perfectly consistent in landscape, with similarly proportioned widgets and labels beneath icons for natural reading.
- Deep customisation: adjust icon sizes and choose whether to show labels — a screen that looks like you.
New features for a smoother daily life
Samsung isn't stopping at aesthetics: AI is at the heart of the update.
- Writing assistance with Galaxy AI: anywhere you select text, Galaxy AI fixes spelling, adjusts tone, summarises or reformats. It can even write a full text from a short prompt.
- Call transcription: the Phone app now displays an entire recorded conversation as a text transcript — a huge time-saver for reviewing a call's key points.
A refresh of the flagship apps
Several emblematic Samsung apps improve noticeably.
The Camera app: more intuitive than ever
- New layout: modes and controls are easier to reach thanks to logical organisation.
- Extra modes in pop-ups: the additional-modes menu now appears in a small, discreet window at the bottom, letting you enjoy your composition fully.
- Refined zoom and exposure: more precise controls — perfect for capturing the details of the Casbah of Algiers.
- Saved exposure settings: store your settings per mode; no more readjusting every time.
Gallery: unleash your creativity
- "Free" collages: fixed grids are over. Manually adjust each image's size, position and rotation for tailored creations.
- Direct "Stories" editing: edit those collages straight in your Stories, sharing your moments with an immediate personal touch.
Samsung Health: your wellness partner
- "Mindfulness" feature: relaxation and mindfulness exercises to manage stress.
- Medication reminders: customisable alerts so you never miss a treatment.
- Centralised health records: all your health information in one place.
In summary
The One UI 7 beta for the Z Fold6 and Z Flip6 is a major update, centred on a complete visual overhaul and advanced AI integration. The interface is more coherent, more customisable and more pleasant, while assistant tools like Galaxy AI and call transcription smooth out the daily routine.
Strengths:
- Fully redesigned, coherent visual design
- AI features built into the system
- Deep home-screen customisation
- Significant camera improvements
Watch-outs:
- Final-version availability in Algeria hasn't been announced
- The beta may need a few fixes before its public release
Frequently asked questions
When will One UI 7 be available in Algeria for the Z Fold6 and Z Flip6?
Samsung hasn't announced an official date for the final rollout in Algeria. With the beta live in a few countries, the stable version should arrive progressively in the following months.
Will this update slow down my phone?
At 5 GB the update is substantial, but One UI 7 is optimised for recent devices like the Z Fold6 and Z Flip6. You shouldn't see any slowdown — quite the opposite, the interface should feel more fluid.
Should I install the One UI 7 beta?
The beta is for experienced users who want the news first-hand. It may contain bugs and instability. If you prefer a stable experience, wait for the final version.
