In an exciting turn of events, Samsung Galaxy smartphone users can finally bid farewell to the outdated paginated app drawer! The much-anticipated One UI 7 update introduces a sleek vertically scrolling app drawer, aligning Samsung with the modern design choices found in nearly all variants of Android.

For years, Samsung users had to navigate through multiple pages to access their apps, which many found cumbersome and time-consuming. While some opted for third-party launchers or Samsung’s Good Lock for a change, the official experience remained rooted in a horizontal, page-based format – until now!

The One UI 7 beta, which launched recently, defaults to this new vertically scrolling interface. Interestingly, Samsung has made this feature non-negotiable; there is no option to revert back to the traditional horizontal layout unless users choose a “Custom” sorting order. This bold move indicates Samsung's commitment to pushing the envelope and enhancing user experience.

Additionally, One UI 7 offers several customization features for the home screen and app drawer. Users can switch between five or four columns in the app drawer, opt for a homescreen-only experience akin to iOS, and modify app icon sizes. There’s also an option to turn off app labels and enable labels for widgets, providing even greater personalization.

But that’s not all! As Samsung continues to innovate, rumors suggest the unveiling of smart glasses in January coupled with a software reveal shortly. Moreover, certain Galaxy Watch models are set to receive an upgrade to Wear OS 5, keeping the Galaxy ecosystem fresh and engaging.

What's your take on this exciting new update? Are you ready to embrace the vertically scrolling app drawer, or do you miss the old page-based system? Let us know! The future of Samsung's user interface is here, and it's definitely looking brighter!