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One UI 8.5 Starts Rolling Out to Samsung Galaxy S25 in the US – Here’s What’s New
After months of beta testing, One UI 8.5 has begun rolling out to Samsung Galaxy S25 phones in the United States, bringing the 2024 flagship lineup up to speed with the features that debuted on the Galaxy S26 (via Android Authority).

The update delivers a significant package of previously S26-exclusive features to S25 owners, including Agentic AI through Bixby, a series of visual changes, and an enhanced Quick Share app. Perhaps just as notable: the rapid arrival on S25 hardware – only a week after the update launched in Samsung’s home market of South Korea – suggests other eligible devices in the first rollout wave may not be far behind.

One UI 8.5 is a long-awaited upgrade for a wide range of Samsung phones

Beyond the Galaxy S25 family (which includes the upcoming S25 FE), Samsung has confirmed the following devices are part of the first phase of the One UI 8.5 rollout:
- Galaxy S24, S24 Plus, S24 Ultra, and S24 FE
- Galaxy Z Fold 7, Flip 7
- Galaxy Z Fold 6, Flip 6
- Galaxy Tab S11, Tab S11 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S10, Tab S10 Plus, Tab S10 Ultra
Owners of those devices should watch for notifications over the coming days, as the update is likely to follow shortly.

On the technical side, the update weighs in at 4,408.31 MB and also bundles the April security patch – a little late, but the sheer volume of additions makes that easy to overlook.

The One UI 8.5 excitement has been building for a while, and the end result justifies it. Despite not being a full version number bump, this update delivers what One UI 8 arguably should have been at launch. The headlining addition is Agentic AI, which finally brings AI-powered call screening to Samsung’s phones alongside the ability to edit images through text prompts and expanded AI Select functionality.

Bixby also makes a meaningful return, now powered by Perplexity – a significant upgrade that makes Samsung’s long-running assistant considerably more capable than any previous iteration. The overhauled Quick Share app rounds out the major additions.

One UI 8.5 has been a long time coming for anyone outside the S26 range, and with the rollout now picking up pace, it won’t be long before a much broader set of Samsung devices gets to experience it firsthand.
May 12, 2026
Samsung One UI 9 Leak Reveals New Adaptive Clock Font for Lock Screen

Adaptive Clock was one of the standout additions in One UI 8, and an early look at Samsung’s One UI 9 suggests the feature is getting a notable upgrade with a brand-new font style.

Samsung is currently working internally on One UI 9, which will be based on Android 17. It follows the One UI 8.5 rollout, expected to kick off later this month, with a Beta Program for One UI 9 likely arriving sometime in the second half of May 2026.

X user Kailash shared an image showing off the updated Adaptive Clock in One UI 9. Where the current version adapts to wallpapers featuring a distinct object, the newer iteration extends that behavior to landscapes and regular wallpapers as well, broadening its reach considerably.

The clock itself appears in HH:MM format, with the new font applied to the two middle characters. Rather than a fixed style, the design shifts its appearance based on whatever wallpaper is set on the lock screen.

Visually, the new Adaptive Clock font bears a resemblance to an existing clock style already available on One UI — the key difference being that the current one is static. The addition makes it clear Samsung wants to give users even more ways to personalize their lock screen experience.

The new font has already been spotted in an internal build of One UI 9 and appears to be functioning as intended, making its inclusion in the official release look likely. That said, adjustments could still happen throughout the Beta testing phase.

One UI 9 is built on Android 17 and will make its public debut on the Galaxy S26 series. A Beta Program will precede the wider rollout, with the stable version set to arrive alongside Samsung’s next-generation foldables, the Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8.

April 28, 2026
Samsung One UI 8.5 Stable Update Starts April 30 – Full Eligible Galaxy Device List

After months of beta testing and a longer wait than many expected, Samsung’s One UI 8.5 stable rollout finally has a confirmed launch date. Samsung hasn’t officially published an eligible devices list, but based on the beta program’s reach and how past major releases have played out, every Galaxy device that received One UI 8.0 is expected to be covered.

Why One UI 8.5 Is a Bigger Deal Than Usual

Samsung’s point-five updates have historically been modest affairs – incremental patches targeting flagship Z and S series handsets. One UI 8.5 breaks from that tradition in a meaningful way. The rollout stretches down to Galaxy A, M, and F budget devices, which signals that Samsung is using this update to push Android 16 across its full portfolio instead of saving it for a major version increment. That strategic shift explains why the eligible device list this time around is notably longer than usual.

The visual changes are the first thing users will notice. Ambient Design brings blur effects to system UI elements and refreshed stock apps, continuing an aesthetic direction Samsung has been developing quietly across the past two generations. On the AI front, Bixby now integrates Perplexity’s search-focused model in place of Samsung’s own LLM back-end — a candid acknowledgment of where Bixby has consistently fallen short.

Features That Actually Matter Day to Day

Audio Eraser deserves more attention than it’s getting. It applies real-time background noise reduction across the entire system – covering YouTube, Instagram, and other third-party apps during playback, not just Samsung’s native software. That addresses a long-standing frustration that most users have simply accepted. Call Screening takes the work out of handling unknown callers by automating the process. Photo Assist picks up text prompt support, extending Samsung’s AI-assisted photo editing toolkit further.

Full List of Eligible Galaxy Devices

Galaxy S Series
Galaxy S25, S25+, S25 Ultra, S25 FE, and S25 Edge
Galaxy S24, S24+, S24 Ultra, and S24 FE
Galaxy S23, S23+, S23 Ultra, and S23 FE
Galaxy S22, S22+, and S22 Ultra
Galaxy S21 FE

Galaxy Z Series
Galaxy Z TriFold
Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition
Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, and Z Flip 7 FE
Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6
Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5
Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4

Galaxy Tab Series
Galaxy Tab S11 and S11 Ultra
Galaxy Tab S10+, Tab S10 Lite, Tab S10 Ultra, Tab S10 FE, and Tab S10 FE+
Galaxy Tab S9, Tab S9+, Tab S9 Ultra, Tab S9 FE, and Tab S9 FE+
Galaxy Tab S8, Tab S8+, and Tab S8 Ultra
Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024)
Galaxy Tab A11 and Tab A11+
Galaxy Tab A9 and Tab A9+
Galaxy Tab Active 5 and Active 5 Pro

Galaxy A Series
Galaxy A73
Galaxy A56, A55, A54, and A53
Galaxy A36, A35, A34, and A33
Galaxy A26, A25, and A24
Galaxy A17 (4G & 5G), A16 (4G & 5G), and A15 (4G & 5G)
Galaxy A07 (4G & 5G) and A06 (4G & 5G)

Galaxy M Series
Galaxy M56, M55, M55s, and M53
Galaxy M36, M35, M34, and M33
Galaxy M17, M17e, M16, and M15
Galaxy M07 and M06

Galaxy F Series
Galaxy F07e
Galaxy F56, F55, and F54
Galaxy F36 and F34
Galaxy F17, F16, and F15
Galaxy F07 and F06

Galaxy XCover Series
Galaxy XCover 7 Pro and XCover 7
Galaxy XCover 6 Pro

Rollout Schedule

Galaxy S25 series goes first – April 30 in Korea, May 4 for international markets. Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 follow shortly after, possibly within the same April window. Galaxy S24 series along with Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 should arrive in early-to-mid May. Galaxy S23, S22, and mid-range A, M, and F devices can expect their updates through May and June. The full rollout should wrap up before Samsung kicks off One UI 9 beta testing, which is anticipated for the Galaxy S26 series later in 2026.

April 27, 2026
One UI 8.5 beta lineup revealed — supported Galaxy devices list
A beta program is released prior to the official release of every significant new One UI update for Galaxy devices that comes with an updated version of Android. Although Samsung has primarily restricted them to their foldable phones, we have also seen beta programs for minor One UI improvements where the Android version stays the same.

For One UI 8.5, Samsung is making some changes this year. It is hosting a conventional beta program in six nations (the US, the UK, Korea, Germany, Poland, and India) that is not limited to Galaxy Z handsets. Which gadgets will be supported? To discover out, you’ve come to the correct spot.

Eligible devices for One UI 8.5 beta

The beta program supports the following devices:
- Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra
Yes, the initial list is rather short. At first, only the initial three models of the Galaxy S25 series are qualified. As usual, neither the Galaxy S25 Edge nor the FE model are receiving the beta.

We’ll make sure to update this list when Samsung expands the beta program to new devices, so be sure to bookmark this site and return at a later time.

Watch the video below to learn what One UI 8.5 has to offer. For more One UI 8.5 material, visit our YouTube channel.
January 6, 2026
Wear OS 6 now rolling out to Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 series

Less than a month ago, Samsung released another beta update for the Galaxy Watch 6, which perhaps caused some people to question when the full build would be released. With Samsung releasing One UI 8 based on Wear OS 6 for the Galaxy Watch 6 series, it seems like it will happen sooner rather than later.

In Korea, Samsung’s initial One UI 8 upgrade for the Galaxy Watch 6 and 6 Classic is presently being released (via GSMArena). The US should soon follow suit, adding more regions to the list as similar updates usually do.

The UI and fitness features of the Galaxy Watch 6 and 6 Classic will evolve as more regions become accessible. In particular, One UI 8 Watch introduces a new stacked tile feature for improved widget access, which is much appreciated.

Wear OS 6 is coming

If Samsung is sticking to the same schedule as it did with the Watch 6 series, the Galaxy Watch 5 is scheduled for another beta upgrade in the near future. Although Samsung hasn’t given any timeframe information, it is anticipated that the Galaxy Watch 5 will have access to a final build of Wear OS 6.

Instead of using the Members app, you can download the update using the Galaxy Wearables app. Go to the settings and search for the software update page after that.

November 20, 2025
Samsung confirms free AI upgrade for all Galaxy phones running OneUI 8

Samsung is already rolling out One UI 8, its version of Android 16, to all Galaxy phones that support it, but the upcoming major update may be much more important.

At least four new Galaxy AI functions may be included in One UI 8.5, according to a report from the Korean website ETNews.

But you may have to wait a long time. The Galaxy S26 series phones are expected to get OneUI 8.5 in January or February 2026, with a broader rollout to follow in the coming weeks and months.

They would be the first new Galaxy AI features in more than a year, if that is the case. Here is what you have to look forward to.

Meeting assistant

Has somebody ever met with you using a language you don’t understand? I’m not referring to ROIs and KPIs, though Galaxy AI might be able to assist you with that as well—a real foreign language.

Meeting Assistant was created with certain situations in mind. Theoretically, it can identify what is being spoken, precisely transcribe it, and then translate it in real time into your target language. If all goes according to plan, this may be quite helpful in some meetings, as well as in situations like interviews and press conferences, if you connect headphones.

Touch assistant

Similar real-time translation capabilities are provided by Touch Assistant, but only for text that is displayed on the screen. You can choose to translate a passage of text by simply selecting it as though you were going to copy it.

Although it’s unclear exactly what this means, ETNews claims that Touch Assistant also “organizes it for easy reading.”

Smart clipboard

You can move text without being restricted to the most recent item you copied by using the clipboard feature, which is available through the Samsung Keyboard.

By employing AI to recommend actions for any material that shows up, Smart Clipboard seeks to improve this. For instance, you could want to add particular words or phrases to your favorites, summarize a lengthy text section, or translate anything that isn’t in your system language.

Social composer

Do you like sharing content on Instagram but find it difficult to think of a clever caption? Social Composer can assist you.

It can analyze your uploaded photos, identify the people or things in them, and then provide a variety of textual descriptions about them. Along with a more thorough description and even links to any products it recognizes, this can also include a caption.

A big Galaxy AI leap for free?

Whether all of these capabilities will be available on One UI 8.5 in the format ETNews has outlined is still up in the air.

It could, however, significantly improve the Galaxy AI experience on your phone. Will it be able to match the Google Pixel phones’ Gemini-powered experience? We’ll find out in time.

Additionally, Galaxy AI might not always be free, even though Samsung has not indicated that it will charge for certain services.

October 23, 2025
Samsung ends software support for these Galaxy phones

Although the One UI 8 update is already available for a large number of Samsung Galaxy phones, some models have a different situation. Samsung has put impacted users at risk by formally discontinuing software support for a number of devices. What that entails for Galaxy owners is as follows.

Samsung recently posted the most latest software schedules for Galaxy devices on its support page. Notably, some models now receive security upgrades every three months instead of every month. This includes the low-cost flagship Galaxy S21 FE, which will no longer receive monthly security fixes but rather three-monthly ones.

Android 16 via One UI 8 is still scheduled to be released for the Galaxy S21 FE in the upcoming weeks. It won’t receive Android 17 or One UI 9 next year because this will be its last significant update. Samsung might still release One UI 8.5, though, and it will probably be based on Android 16.1.

Final update rolls out to these Samsung Galaxy phones

The mid-range Galaxy A52s and low-cost Galaxy A03s have been taken off the support page as devices that are on the chopping block. June of this year saw the most recent security update for both. They won’t receive the September or October patches, based on their removal. The Galaxy F42 and M32 are also no longer on the list.

The Galaxy Tab A8, which was released in early 2022, might be the next in line. By the end of this year or January of the following year, it might get its last update.

These Samsung may be at risk

These devices will lose out on important security updates that guard against changing cyberthreats, even if they might still get software updates and small patches from the Google Play Store. Outdated devices are more susceptible to assaults that could jeopardize personal data or even result in financial loss if these patches are not installed.

The September security update, for example, fixed a number of vulnerabilities, including a number of high- and medium-severity problems. There have been reports of some of these being used in the wild.

Because risks are constantly changing, regular updates are crucial. Up-to-date software is just as important for staying safe as new hardware.

Upgrading to a newer gadget is the easiest solution for impacted consumers. Although it is feasible to keep using unsupported phones, users should be aware of the hazards. One strategy to lessen risk is to steer clear of banking and financial apps on mobile devices.

October 23, 2025
Samsung One UI 8.5 beta release could come earlier than you think

Early in the upcoming year, Samsung is anticipated to release the One UI 8.5 software along with the Galaxy S26 series. However, in terms of new features and cosmetic improvements, early build leaks have given little room for speculation.

Unfortunately, only a small number of users are able to test-run the program at this time, thus these early builds aren’t available to everyone. Although we are unsure of the exact date, we are aware that the firm will soon formally launch the One UI 8.5 beta program for its flagship phones. With a leak providing information on a possible release date for the initial beta update, that is now altering.

According to SamMobile’s exclusive tip, Samsung might activate the One UI 8.5 beta program before the end of November, possibly “around the week beginning November 24.” In contrast, after a protracted wait, Samsung released the One UI 7 public beta in December 2024, with the stable rollout taking place in April.

Samsung released the first One UI 8 beta in May and the stable version last month, changing things up for the next big software release. The devices that will be compatible with 8.5 and the areas in which it will be accessible are still unknown.

Will your older Galaxy phone get the One UI 8.5 beta update on schedule?

The beta update is likely to be available on almost every device running the Android 16-based One UI 8.0 software. At the top of the list of devices that qualify should be the Galaxy S25 series and the newly released Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7.

We should also mention that users of the Samsung flagships from 2024 had to wait about three months to receive the One UI 8 beta. With the next One UI beta, we can only hope that Samsung won’t do the same thing.

The software is expected to be a significant improvement over One UI 8, if the previous leaks of One UI 8.5 are any indication. Because it will be based on Android 16 QPR2, Galaxy owners will be able to use the most recent Android update available. A recently leaked hands-on video gave us a better look at the improvements in the new software.

October 10, 2025
How to access the hidden Wi-Fi menu on your Samsung phone
This OneUI feature is perfect for fans of Samsung’s everything-but-the-kitchen-sink software strategy. Was one of the Samsung Galaxy phones’ best-kept secrets just revealed by a Reddit user? The most well-known aspect of OneUI, the software launcher that runs Samsung phones, is how many functions it has. Some of them are so buried or too many that you won’t utilize them at all.

The best hidden feature award can go to a new discovery. The function, known as “Connectivity Labs,” can only be accessed by a hidden gesture in the Wi-Fi settings on your phone. That’s cool, isn’t it?

Even more amazing are the features offered by Connectivity Labs, which include developer options, AI-powered mobile data switching, a home Wi-Fi assessment tool, and more. Here are some of the greatest features you should start utilizing, how to access them, and which Samsung models are compatible.

Opening Intelligent Wi-Fi settings

In order to access your Intelligent Wi-Fi settings, you must first launch the Settings app, hit the Connections tab, select Wi-Fi, then tap the three dots in the upper-right corner (to expand options), and then select Intelligent Wi-Fi.

You will then get a list of Wi-Fi alternatives that are adaptable.

Turning on Connectivity Labs

Scroll to the bottom of the Intelligent Wi-Fi page, then tap the software version (now known as Intelligent Wi-Fi 7.0.0) seven times to enable Connectivity Labs.

You should see a pop-up message indicating the number of taps required to activate Connectivity Labs as you continue to tap. The secret menu will then show up at the bottom of the site after that.

Connectivity Labs

A column of graphs showing the different bands, types, and networks your phone is linked to appears when you first launch Connectivity Labs. Additionally, there is a “Daily Average” ticker that shows how long your phone spends on Wi-Fi each day.

But the bottom half of this page has the main content. A list of helpful internet connection toggles, such as Wi-Fi 7 mode, Wi-Fi handover, network quality information, and more, can be found as you read down.

Although the most of the alternatives are specialized, I’ve been trying with all of them, and three are generally helpful:
- Home Wi-Fi inspection: This feature tests your Wi-Fi signal in real time, displaying connection strength fluctuations as you move around your house. I needed a convenient location for the monitoring hub after I recently placed new video security cameras across my property. After using the Wi-Fi inspection tool, I located a strong signal spot in my office and configured it.
- Switching to mobile data faster: Have you ever had slow internet because your phone was switching between Wi-Fi and mobile data while you were outside of a cafe or office building, for example, and you were on the edge of a public connection? If you select this option, the phone will immediately switch to mobile data if it senses that your Wi-Fi signal is waning. If you have an unlimited data plan, this is a fantastic alternative.
- Wi-Fi Developer Options: One of the most useful settings on this menu is “Nearby Wi-Fi information,” which provides a list of the signal strengths of your nearby networks. When there are several public Wi-Fi networks available, such as at an airport, and you want to know which one will provide the quickest surfing speeds, this can be helpful.
Although I have only touched the surface of Connectivity Labs’ potential, it is evident that there are many helpful tools available to make more exploration worthwhile. I strongly advise spending some time looking into these settings, experimenting with them, and figuring out which ones best suit your unique need for internet connectivity. The amount of control and optimization you may attain without spending any money may surprise you.
October 9, 2025
One UI 8 Watch update coming – eligible devices
You’re in luck if you have an older Galaxy Watch and are wondering if Samsung would give it some love with the most recent One UI 8 Watch update. Earlier today, Samsung affirmed that older Galaxy Watch units will receive the eagerly awaited software upgrade before the year is over.

We can verify which models are eligible for the One UI 8 Watch once it launches, even if the business did not provide a specific timeframe. Check out the list below.

One UI 8 Watch is pre-installed on the Galaxy Watch 8, Watch 8 Classic, and 2025 Watch Ultra. The update was already available for the 2024 Watch Ultra in late July.

The following smartwatch models will follow:
- Galaxy Watch 4.
- Galaxy Watch 4 Classic.
- Galaxy Watch FE.
- Galaxy Watch 5.
- Galaxy Watch 5 Pro.
- Galaxy Watch 6.
- Galaxy Watch 6 Classic.
- Galaxy Watch 7.
- 2024 Galaxy Watch Ultra (already updated).
Obviously, One UI 8 Watch will be offered in every region in both Wi-Fi and LTE versions. Additionally, it will be accessible for limited-edition versions of the previously listed models, such as:
- Galaxy Watch 4 Golf Edition.
- Galaxy Watch 4 Classic Thom Browne Edition.
- Galaxy Watch 5 Pro Golf Edition.
- Galaxy Watch 6 Classic Golf Edition.
- Galaxy Watch 6 Classic Astro Edition.
- Galaxy Watch 6 Thom Browne Edition.
The One UI 8 Watch upgrade will essentially be available for all Galaxy Watches running Wear OS, whether or not they are special edition models. No Tizen OS smartwatches will be updated, as you may have anticipated. They are no longer supported.

Lastly, while One UI 8 Watch will be available for all of the previously mentioned Wear OS-based Samsung Galaxy Watches, older devices will not be able to access the newest features, like Antioxidant Index.
August 8, 2025