Samsung has begun rolling out a refreshed design for the Galaxy Store interface, bringing a cleaner, more streamlined user experience. This update with version 6.6.17.1 is now available on Galaxy phones and tablets running One UI 8, introducing usability improvements without major structural changes.
Galaxy Store Adopts a Simplified Three-Tab Layout
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Subtle Refinements Reflect Samsung’s One UI 8.5 Design Philosophy
The Galaxy Store update aligns with Samsung's broader One UI 8.5 approach, emphasizing visual clarity and usability. Key system apps are adopting simpler navigation bars, icon-driven UI elements replace dense text, and clutter is reduced across Settings, Gallery, Phone, and Clock apps.
- System apps move towards minimalistic navigation bars
- Text-heavy components are shifted to icon-based designs
- Reduced visual clutter in core apps such as Settings and Gallery
- Quick Panel becomes fully customizable with movable elements
Availability Expands Soon to More Devices
The refreshed Galaxy Store design is currently rolling out and will gradually become accessible to a wider range of Samsung devices, including the upcoming Galaxy S26 series.
