Samsung is keeping a tight lid on One UI 7, its upcoming Android-based interface. Although there are some leaks suggesting new icons and interface changes, an update from Samsung's UK website has revealed a bigger alteration: the discontinuation of the DeX app for Windows.
What is DeX?
For those who might not know, DeX lets Galaxy phone users display their device's screen on a PC. This feature, called "Desktop eXperience," enables easy file transfers between the devices. It’s a useful tool for anyone seeking a more desktop-like feel from their mobile phone.
Future of DeX
Nevertheless, a note on Samsung’s DeX page hints at what lies ahead for this feature:
"The DeX for PC on Windows OS will end support from the One UI 7 version. We encourage customers to connect mobile phones and PC through the Link to Windows feature."
This news isn’t entirely unexpected, but it marks a notable change for Windows users of DeX. Samsung promotes transitioning to the built-in “Link to Windows” feature, which provides similar functions. This makes sense, especially since Link to Windows is integrated into the Windows environment and works with more than Samsung devices.
Changes Ahead
It's essential to mention that only the Windows app is going away. Users can still use DeX to connect directly to a monitor, keyboard, and mouse, allowing them to have a desktop experience. However, for those who were used to the Windows app, this update might disrupt their routine.
The discontinuation of the DeX Windows app isn’t the sole change coming with One UI 7. Samsung also plans to eliminate support for downloading third-party edge panels, simplifying the user interface even further. While many details about One UI 7 are still under wraps, leaks suggest significant design and feature updates.
Whether the new features of One UI 7 will compensate for the removal of tools like the DeX Windows app and third-party edge panels is yet to be determined. Nevertheless, Galaxy users should brace themselves for these upcoming changes as the update draws near.
