The latest One UI 7 update for Samsung’s Galaxy A56 5G was meant to be a smooth productivity upgrade. By adding a handy shortcut for Google’s Gemini AI via the side button, Samsung promised to simplify daily tasks and enhance the overall user experience.
But instead of making life easier, the update has thrown many devices into an aggravating bootloop — with users scrambling online for a solution.
Glitch
Not long after the Android 15-based One UI 7 update (build number A566BXXU3AYDK) started rolling out, Galaxy A56 5G owners began reporting a troubling issue. Their phones were freezing at the startup screen, displaying an endlessly spinning gear animation. And this wasn’t the kind of glitch a quick reboot could solve.
For most, even a soft reset failed to help, and getting into the recovery menu for a hard reset was a no-go. The result? Phones effectively trapped in a continuous startup cycle, rendering them useless. Pretty rough for an update pitched as a productivity booster.
Workaround
Fortunately, some sharp-eyed users over on Samsung’s forums observed a simple, if temporary, fix. If your Galaxy A56 5G is caught in this bootloop after updating, power off the device, remove the SIM card tray, and then power it back on.
For those using a physical SIM, this trick seems to snap the device out of the loop. eSIM users can dodge the issue by skipping the SIM password prompt during startup. It’s hardly a permanent fix, but it beats having a paperweight in your pocket.
| Problem | Quick Fix |
|---|---|
| Bootloop on startup | Remove SIM tray, then restart phone |
| eSIM password hang | Skip SIM password prompt |
It’s worth noting this workaround restores basic functionality, but affected users should stay cautious. It’s a stopgap until Samsung delivers an official patch to resolve the problem properly.
Features
Before the glitch saga, the update actually introduced some promising features. The biggest was a new shortcut for Google’s Gemini AI assistant. Instead of the usual corner swipe, users could summon Gemini by pressing and holding the side button.
Samsung also allowed users to tweak this shortcut through the settings menu. Gemini was designed to integrate better with Samsung’s native apps like Calendar, Clock, Notes, and Reminder — making it easy to set a football match reminder or quickly jot down a note without fuss. It all sounded pretty slick until, well, the bootloop nightmare hit.
Specs
In case you’ve been considering the Galaxy A56 5G, here’s a quick look at what it offers:
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.70-inch, 2340×1080 pixels |
| Front Camera | 12-megapixel |
| Rear Camera | 50MP + 12MP + 5MP |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB |
| Battery | 5000mAh |
| OS | Android 15 |
With solid specs like a 5000mAh battery and a 50MP main camera, it’s a phone built to handle everyday tasks with ease — which makes this update hiccup all the more frustrating for its owners.
Samsung hasn’t pushed out an official fix yet, but with growing reports piling up, a patch should be on the way soon. Until then, the SIM tray trick will have to do.
FAQs
What caused the Galaxy A56 5G bootloop?
The One UI 7 update with the new Gemini shortcut triggered it.
Is there a fix for the bootloop issue?
Yes, remove the SIM tray and restart the phone temporarily.
Can eSIM users fix this bootloop?
Yes, by skipping the SIM password prompt during startup.
What new features came with One UI 7?
Quick Gemini access via the side button and better app integration.
When will Samsung release an official fix?
No official date yet, but a patch is expected soon.
