Samsung has been a massive proponent of offering the most customization of any device ever to hit the market. The Good Lock app has recently been a game changer for those seeking deeper personalization. With the release of One UI 7, Good Lock has expanded its reach worldwide, including on the Google Play Store and the Galaxy Store.
Good Lock is available to the world
In any case, Good Lock, which is currently available in the Galaxy Store in some markets, will soon be available globally. It is a significant step in Samsung’s plan to give users access to advanced customization features.
The app appeared on the Play Store only briefly for a few regions in May 2024 before being taken down. From this year, with One UI 7, Samsung will commit to a global rollout.
What is new in the Good Lock and One UI 7 versions?
Ahead of the global launch, Samsung’s Good Lock team announced several new features and improvements with Good Lock 3.0. Here is a detailed look at what to expect:
Redesigned Interface
A new interface for Good Lock will improve usability. The new ‘My Page’ tab will make it easy to manage and reset settings, and a filter function will allow users to find specific features and modules quickly.
Enhanced Home Up Module
The Home Up module will gain significant upgrades, including:
- Free Home Item Placement: Now place icons and widgets anywhere on the home screen without being constrained to a grid.
- Home Screen Stickers: Stickers can personalize your home screen.
- Gesture Animation Tuning: Adjust home gesture animations to meet your preferences.
- Custom Folders: Add app buttons in free placement to create folders customized with different sizes and icons.
- Edge Panel Customization: Gain more edge panel functionality and see more items and additional recent apps.
Game Booster+ Module
Samsung is integrating Game Booster+ into Good Lock, introducing advanced gaming features:
- Game Categorization: Unlock game-related optimizations by reclassifying apps as games.
- Gamepad Key Remapping: Assign gamepad keys to a custom experience.
- GPU Settings: To run the game smoothly, we should optimize the texture quality and try to improve GPU performance.
LockStar Improvements
The lock screen editor will integrate seamlessly with the LockStar module. It solves the user’s first concern that the functions are separated, creating a coherent editing experience.
Routine Gallery
The Routine Gallery will allow users to:
- Share Routines: You can publish your routines and browse others.
- Edit and Apply Routines: You can customize them to serve your needs.
Wonderland Updates
The popular Wonderland module will offer:
- Two separate wallpaper settings for the home and lock screen.
- Better readability text color against different backgrounds.
Camera Assistant Enhancements
In the Camera Assistant module, we introduce a feature for storing videos on external storage attached via USB C. This feature will work across video modes, including Pro Video and Hyperlapse.
MultiStar Enhancements
One of the benefits of the MultiStar module for Flip devices will be the Cover Launcher from the Labs menu, which makes better use of the cover screen.
Theme Park Updates
Customization options in the Theme Park module will expand with:
- Custom folder icons support.
- There are extra app icon shapes other than the preset 11 possibilities.
- There are more stickers and wallpapers to choose from.
QuickStar and Pentastic
- QuickStar: Allows hiding the multi-user icon on the lock screen.
- Pentastic: You can customize the Air Command icon with any image.
When Will Good Lock with One UI 7 be launched?
Samsung said that the stable version of One UI 7 will be released in January 2024 with the enhanced Good Lock app. It is expected to be released along with the new Galaxy S25 series. Home Up and LockStar can cause a slight delay, but the development team aims for an early release.
Why Good Lock Matters
Samsung users have always enjoyed Good Lock for personalized and added device functionality. The updates will bring these powerful tools to a broad worldwide market and enhance the app’s usability and range.
Whether you are a customization hound or want to tweak your Galaxy S25 device for better usability, Good Lock is coming back, and this time, it’ll open a whole world of possibilities.
Ethan Cole is a tech aficionado dedicated to exploring the latest innovations and gadgets, providing reviews and insights to keep you updated in the tech world.
