Samsung One UI 7.0 Rolls Out to Galaxy S24 and S23 Series: AI Features, UI Enhancements, and Key Differences Explained

Samsung has officially begun rolling out the One UI 7.0 update for its Galaxy S24 and S23 series smartphones. Built on top of Android 15, this latest iteration brings a host of new features, performance enhancements, and deeper integration of Galaxy AI across supported models.

While both the S24 and S23 series are receiving many similar updates, there are notable differences in the feature set, especially in AI functionality, camera upgrades, and UI enhancements. In this blog, we will explore all the newly added features and point out what the S23 is missing compared to the newer S24 lineup.

Galaxy AI Features in One UI 7.0

Major AI Enhancements Shared by Both Models

Samsung is redefining the mobile experience with Galaxy AI, and with One UI 7.0, many of its features are now available on both Galaxy S24 and S23 series. Some of the headline AI features include:

• Drawing Assist: AI can help complete or enhance user-drawn sketches.

• Note Assist: Converts handwritten notes into structured summaries.

• Photo Assist: AI-based editing suggestions and tools.

• Browsing Assist: Summarizes webpages and offers contextual suggestions.

• Interpreter: Real-time, two-way translation using on-device AI.

These tools aim to simplify productivity, enhance creativity, and support multilingual communication. However, the Galaxy S24 still has the upper hand when it comes to the full range of Galaxy AI capabilities.

AI Features Exclusive to Galaxy S24

Despite being a flagship, the Galaxy S23 series lacks a few key AI features introduced in One UI 7.0 for the Galaxy S24:

1. Audio Eraser
   This feature allows users to remove unwanted background noise from videos, such as wind, voices, or traffic. It intelligently balances audio elements for a cleaner output—available only on S24.

2. Photo Ambient Wallpaper
   A smart wallpaper system that adapts the home screen background based on time of day and weather conditions. It brings a dynamic aesthetic experience that the S23 doesn't support.

3. Health Assist
   This AI-driven tool offers health insights based on user activity, sleep, and biometric data. It goes beyond Samsung Health by providing real-time recommendations—a feature reserved for the S24 lineup.

Visual Comparison:
Galaxy S24 (Left) vs Galaxy S23 (Right)
AI features available in the S24 are visually more expansive than those in the S23, confirming the hardware-limited integration on the latter.

Galaxy S24 vs S23 One UI 7.0 Feature Comparison

Log Video Feature

What is Log Video?

Log video support has officially debuted with the Galaxy S25 series, but surprisingly, Samsung has backported this feature to the Galaxy S24 series in One UI 7.0. This format allows for greater post-production flexibility by capturing a wider dynamic range.

• S24: Fully supports Log video recording.

• S23: Does not support Log video at all in the current firmware.

Users who frequently edit videos or work with color grading tools will find this to be a significant addition—albeit one that only S24 owners can currently enjoy.

Motion Photo Capture

Customization Differences

Samsung pioneered Motion Photos, and with One UI 7.0, this feature sees a notable upgrade. Users can now choose from:

• “Before and After Shutter”

• “Before Shutter Only”

These options allow you to fine-tune how motion is captured, creating more creative opportunities.

• S24: Supports customizable motion photo modes.

• S23: Only includes the default “Before Shutter” mode without customization options.

This limitation might be due to camera firmware restrictions or image signal processing differences.

Bixby UI Redesign

Fresh, Functional Layout

Bixby has received a modern interface redesign in One UI 7.0, making interactions more intuitive and visually pleasing. The updated UI includes:

• A screen expansion button at the top

• A text input button at the bottom-right

• A voice prompt button on the bottom-left

• S24: Gets the full new Bixby experience.

• S23: Still uses the previous generation layout.

The updated Bixby not only looks cleaner but also improves usability by offering easier access to voice and text input.

Natural Language Search

AI-Powered System Commands

Samsung has introduced a Natural Language Search feature that leverages generative AI to interpret user commands in conversational language.

Example:
Saying “My eyes feel tired” prompts the system to suggest enabling Eye Comfort Shield or reducing screen brightness.

• S24: Fully supports this feature.

• S23: Does not include Natural Language Search in its current build of One UI 7.0.

This omission is surprising, considering it’s a software-based feature. However, its reliance on specific neural processing units (NPUs) may be the reason for exclusion.

Why Are Some Features Missing on Galaxy S23?

Despite the Galaxy S23 being a powerful flagship, the following factors might be responsible for the missing features:

1. Chipset Limitations
   Galaxy S24 uses the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 or Exynos 2400, both of which include advanced AI acceleration hardware compared to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 used in the S23.

2. ISP Differences
   Some AI camera functions, like Log video or Photo Ambient Wallpaper, rely on enhanced image signal processors (ISP) that are more capable on newer hardware.

3. Battery and Thermal Optimization
   Samsung may have restricted some features to ensure the older devices do not suffer from overheating or battery drain issues.

Looking Ahead: Will the S23 Get These Features Later?

There is a possibility that Samsung may roll out a feature pack update in the coming months to bridge this gap for S23 users. Samsung has done this before by delivering delayed features after optimization testing.

The demand from S23 users is high, and if the community feedback is strong, Samsung may re-evaluate and enable features like Audio Eraser and Natural Language Search, at least partially.

Conclusion

The One UI 7.0 update is a substantial upgrade for both the Galaxy S24 and S23 series, introducing a wave of AI-powered features, camera enhancements, and user experience improvements. However, some key differences remain, primarily due to hardware limitations and strategic feature gating.

While the Galaxy S24 provides a more complete Galaxy AI experience, Galaxy S23 users still benefit significantly from One UI 7.0. The update breathes new life into the device with productivity tools and performance improvements.

Samsung continues to set the standard for long-term support, and we remain optimistic that future updates will close the gap between these two flagships.

What’s your experience with One UI 7.0 on your Galaxy device? Let us know in the comments!