Samsung‘s upcoming Android 15 update, One UI 7, is set to bring significant changes, notably the separation of notifications and quick settings into two distinct panes. This design shift aligns with trends seen in other Android skins and even draws inspiration from Apple’s iOS. The move is aimed at enhancing user experience by providing a clearer and more streamlined interface. Leaks suggest that One UI 7 will also include other design updates and Apple-inspired features.
5 Key Points
- Split Notification and Quick Settings Panels: Samsung will separate notifications and quick settings into two distinct panes, similar to Xiaomi’s HyperOS and Honor’s MagicOS.
- Historical Context: The shift away from the unified Quick Settings and notifications interface harks back to changes Google made in Android Lollipop in 2014.
- Inspired by iOS: The new design takes cues from Apple’s iOS, particularly in its approach to separate “Notification Center” and “Control Center.”
- User Experience Enhancements: The update aims to provide a more streamlined and intuitive user experience, with a more rounded design for the Quick Settings pane.
- Beta Release: Samsung is rumored to launch the first beta for One UI 7, which includes additional Apple-inspired features, as early as next week.
