The first time I tried a Samsung phone with One UI 7, I thought my notifications had stopped. I usually check my lock screen for updates, but after not seeing anything for a while, I became concerned. It turned out everything was working fine; the issue was Samsung's change to a key notification setting. After using several phones with One UI 7, I've learned to adjust this setting right away during setup. If you rely on your lock screen for updates, this is something you shoudl know.
Understanding the Notification Setting
Samsung has made some changes to how notifications appear on the lock screen in One UI 7. In earlier versions, icons were displayed below the clock in the center of the screen, making it easy to notice new alerts along with detailed cards showing more facts. However, in One UI 7, these icons have been moved to the top right corner of the lock screen. They are smaller and harder to see if you're used to looking for them in their previous location.
By default,no additional notification details are shown on the lock screen either. It took me some time to realize what had changed about my lock screen experiance; once I noticed those new icons tucked away in the corner, I quickly sought ways to restore a more useful display of notifications. Fortunately,Samsung allows users some versatility regarding how their lock screens look.
To fix this issue and make your notifications visible again: go into Settings > Notifications > Lock Screen Notifications. You will find three options: Dot, Icons, and Cards—Icons is selected by default. If you want quick access to your notifications on your lock screen at a glance like before, choose Cards instead. This option moves notification icons back under the clock so that when you press power button and light up your display again cards with information pop up.
These cards can be expanded for more details and often allow interaction as well! It's surprising that Samsung chose such an unhelpful mode as default but it's great they offer customization once you figure out why things seem so empty at first glance.
Additional Changes Worth Making
The adjustment of notification settings is just one among many tweaks I make every time I set up a new Samsung phone; most aren’t unique just because of One UI 7 but rather reflect long-standing defaults from Samsung that don’t suit my needs or preferences.
As a notable example: First off ,I ensure that always-on display (AOD) is set up correctly by going into Settings > Lock Screen & AOD > Always-on Display . The default tap-to-show option isn’t ideal as it limits functionality likely aimed at saving battery life unnecessarily .
Next ,I switch from using Samsung’s browser app over Chrome which fits better across all devices . Similarly ,I prefer Google’s Gboard keyboard over what comes pre-installed .
Changing ringtones also matters—while there’s nothing wrong with them per se ,hearing familiar sounds can blend too much into background noise when everyone else has similar tones! So changing both ringtone & notification sound helps distinguish mine easily .
Another adjustment involves modifying home grid layout : switching from standard 4×4 grid size down towards larger 5×6 format (long press home then select settings) makes accessing apps easier without flipping through multiple pages . Sorting app drawer alphabetically (open drawer then tap menu button) creates one long list instead!
Lastly ,Wi-Fi Calling isn’t enabled automatically so remembering turn it ON via Quick Settings menu becomes essential ; thankfully finding activation button remains straightforward unlike other brands who bury theirs deep within menus! Also note Android buttons remain navigation defaults requiring manual switch over swipe gestures found under Display settings too!
Devices Featuring One UI 7
Recently I've been using One UI 7 on my Galaxy S25 Edge but needed similar adjustments after updating Galaxy S24 Ultra along side newer models like Galaxy S25 Ultra/S25 Plus/A56 as well! If you've purchased any these devices or await older ones receiving update soon keep these tips handy during setup process!
After completing all necessary changes above,my phone feels ready daily use while enjoying smooth operation provided by reliable OS experience offered through ONEUI version seven overall ! Still adjusting though odd placement Search icon atop Settings page only leads search bar appearing mid-screen above keyboard upon tapping—but hey sometimes ergonomic choices keep us guessing about usability improvements made throughout software iterations!
