Samsung is preparing its One UI 7 rollout, and while the new update brings design changes and interface enhancements, it’s also marking the end of some beloved features. Among the biggest changes is the discontinuation of the DeX app for Windows.
DeX for Windows: A Farewell to a Handy Tool
Samsung’s DeX app has been a favorite for Galaxy users, offering a seamless way to project a smartphone’s interface onto a PC. This desktop-like experience enabled multitasking and easy file transfers. However, according to a footnote on Samsung’s UK website, DeX for Windows support will end with the One UI 7 update.
Samsung is urging users to migrate to the Link to Windows feature, a Microsoft-built integration offering similar functionality. This makes sense given its compatibility with a broader range of devices and its native support within the Windows ecosystem.
While the Windows app is being discontinued, DeX itself isn’t going away. Users can still connect their Galaxy devices directly to a monitor, keyboard, and mouse, enabling a full desktop experience. However, for those accustomed to DeX on Windows, this marks a significant shift in workflow.
What Else Is Changing with One UI 7?
Alongside the end of DeX for Windows, Samsung plans to stop support for third-party edge panels. This move aims to streamline the interface, but it may disappoint users who relied on custom panels for added productivity.
Leaks suggest One UI 7 will bring new icons, design tweaks, and under-the-hood improvements, but Samsung is keeping most of the details under wraps. Whether these updates will outweigh the loss of features like the DeX Windows app and third-party edge panels remains to be seen.
Key Changes in One UI 7
- Discontinuation of DeX for Windows: Users encouraged to switch to Link to Windows.
- No Support for Third-Party Edge Panels: A more streamlined but less customizable interface.
- Updated Design: New icons and interface tweaks hinted in leaks.
