Samsung Reportedly Pauses One UI 7 Rollout Due to Critical Bug

Samsung has allegedly halted the One UI 7 update for several of its flagship devices, including the Galaxy S24 series, Galaxy Z Fold6, and Galaxy Z Flip6, following the discovery of a serious software bug. The information comes from reputable leaker Ice Universe, who shared the update via social media.

Bug Linked to Phone Unlock Issues

According to the tipster, users in South Korea who installed the update on their Galaxy S24 devices experienced problems with unlocking their phones. This issue has prompted Samsung to suspend the rollout across affected models. Discussions around the bug and the halted update have reportedly emerged on Samsung Korea's community forums over the weekend.

Initially, it was thought that the issue was limited to Exynos 2400-powered Galaxy S24 models. However, it now appears that even the Snapdragon variants are impacted, as updates for both versions have been temporarily withdrawn.

Foldables Also Affected

While it's unclear if the same bug is affecting the Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6, X user @tarunvats33 reported that the One UI 7 update has also been pulled for these foldables. This suggests Samsung is taking a cautious approach by halting the update across all 2024 flagship devices until the problem is resolved.

No Official Statement Yet

Samsung has yet to issue an official statement or confirmation regarding the suspension of the update. The One UI 7 update began rolling out in South Korea on 7 April, with plans for a global release later in the month.

In Malaysia, the update was expected to arrive today, but as of now, there has been no sign of the rollout for local Galaxy S24, Fold6, or Flip6 devices.

Concerns Over Stability After Extensive Testing

The delay raises concerns about the stability of One UI 7, especially after months of internal testing. Many users expected a smoother release, and the discovery of such a significant flaw at this stage could tarnish Samsung's update rollout reputation. Hopefully, the bug will be resolved promptly so the update can resume without further issues.