Samsung's One UI 6.0 Update had Some Missed Opportunities

Samsung's One UI 6.0 Update had Some Missed Opportunities
Samsung's One UI 6.0 Update had Some Missed Opportunities (Image Source: sammobile.com)

In the recent week, Samsung rolled out the inaugural One UI 6.0 beta update for the Galaxy S23 series across three countries, with plans for expansion to additional regions in the near future. 

This fresh software iteration introduces an array of enhanced features and a reimagined UI design. 

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However, it's worth noting that One UI 6.0 still has some gaps in its offerings, leaving out certain functionalities that Galaxy users have been persistently requesting.


Witness the new attributes of One UI 6.0 in the video below. While I do acknowledge the introduction of these novel features, it's hard not to observe the absence of certain elements that should have been included in Samsung's latest software iteration. 


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Some of these omissions are minor in nature, while others should have been integrated long ago.

Areas Lacking in One UI 6.0


1. Absence of Vertical App Drawer Option

For over a decade, Samsung has adhered to a horizontal layout for app organization within the app drawer. In contrast, numerous other Android manufacturers have transitioned to a vertical layout. 


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With the One UI 6.0 update, Samsung retained its traditional approach. It would be advantageous to grant users the option to switch to a vertical app drawer layout if they prefer.


2. No Volume Control in Quick Settings

One UI 6.0 presents a significant transformation in the form of its redesigned Quick Settings panel. This new arrangement, reminiscent of stock Android 14, features prominent toggles for Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. 


Yet, unlike some competing Android brands, Samsung's iteration lacks volume control accessibility directly from the Quick Settings section.


3. Absence of Basic App Lock

Although the Secure Folder allows for app and file concealment, there's a prevailing demand for a more straightforward app lock mechanism that doesn't necessitate complete relocation to the Secure Folder. 


This feature omission has garnered numerous requests from Galaxy device users, but it remains unimplemented in One UI 6.0.


4. Limited App Icon Shapes and Third-Party Icon Pack Compatibility

Samsung's icon design adheres to a distinctive squircle shape across the home screen, app drawer, and various other UI elements within One UI. 


However, the inability to alter this shape sets Samsung apart from other brands like Google, which offer multiple shape options. 


While Good Lock's Theme Park module permits some customization, its performance is inconsistent, and native support for diverse icon shapes remains absent.

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5. Insufficient Customization Options for Animations

Certain enthusiasts of One UI have expressed interest in multiple animation choices for actions such as charging and fingerprint authentication. 


However, Samsung has not yet embraced these requests, distinguishing it from brands like OnePlus, OPPO, and Realme that provide a spectrum of animation alternatives for such UI elements.


6. Limited AoD Styling Alternatives

Despite being an early adopter of the Always On Display (AoD) feature, Samsung's AoD customization offerings appear dated in comparison to more modern alternatives. 


Samsung must incorporate contemporary fonts and iconography to rejuvenate the AoD styling. Apple's iOS 17, for instance, presents compelling AoD customization capabilities, including widget display and orientation adjustments.


7. Absence of Battery Health Percentage

While One UI 6.0 does present the battery's overall health status, akin to Apple's approach for iPhones, it fails to display the exact battery health percentage. 


The hope lingers that Samsung will introduce this feature in a subsequent One UI update.


8. Lack of HDR Support in Gallery for Photos and Videos

Despite the introduction of HDR image display in Android 14 by Google, One UI 6.0 surprisingly overlooks this integration. 


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The possibility remains for Samsung to rectify this omission by incorporating the capability to showcase HDR images in the appropriate format through upcoming beta updates.


9. Missing Multi-User Accounts

Although the Galaxy Tab series features support for multiple user accounts, this functionality curiously remains absent from Samsung's phones. 


The feature made a brief appearance with One UI 5.0 beta but was subsequently removed. Regrettably, it has not surfaced in One UI 6.0 either. 


This feature would hold utility for individuals sharing a secondary phone among family members.


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