According to SamMobile, Samsung has released an update for the QuickStar module within its Good Lock customization suite, specifically adding support for the latest One UI 8.5 software. The South Korean tech giant also confirmed it will soon release similar compatibility updates for other core Good Lock modules, including HomeUp, LockStar, and NotiStar. To get the updated QuickStar module right now, users need to open the Galaxy Store app, tap the menu icon, and manually select the Updates section. This is a necessary step because these Good Lock modules often rely on manual updates outside of major system pushes. The updates are rolling out now to ensure these powerful customization tools work seamlessly on devices running the newest One UI version.
The unofficial power user toolkit
Here’s the thing about Good Lock: it’s arguably Samsung’s best-kept secret for enthusiasts. While One UI itself is packed with features, Good Lock is where you go to truly break the mold and personalize your phone’s interface in ways the standard settings menu doesn’t allow. We’re talking deep control over your quick panel layout, lock screen elements, notification history, and task changer. Without these updates, those modules simply wouldn’t function on One UI 8.5, leaving power users in the lurch after a major OS update. So this isn’t just a minor bug fix—it’s essential maintenance for a beloved power-user ecosystem.
Samsung’s tricky balancing act
Now, this process always highlights a unique tension for Samsung. Good Lock lets users modify the UI so heavily that it almost feels like a third-party modding tool, but it’s officially sanctioned by the company. That’s a huge win for user freedom. But it also means Samsung’s own developers have to scramble to update these add-ons every single time a new version of One UI drops. It creates a fragmented experience where your core OS is updated, but your favorite customization features are temporarily broken. I think it’s a worthwhile trade-off, but you can see why other manufacturers might avoid creating such a complex, official customization suite altogether. They basically volunteer for this ongoing support headache.
What this means for you
If you’re a Good Lock devotee, you know the drill. Check the Galaxy Store for updates manually, and keep an eye out for those other modules—HomeUp, LockStar, NotiStar—to get their refreshes in the coming days or weeks. If you’ve never used Good Lock before and you’re on a Samsung phone, this is a great time to dive in. Just be prepared for a bit of a learning curve; the options can be overwhelming. But that’s the point, right? It turns your mass-produced Galaxy into something that feels genuinely yours. And in a world of increasingly similar smartphones, that’s a feature worth updating for.
