One UI 8.5 beta rollout is tipped to begin in December in multiple phases.
The update brings major UI changes, new camera presets, and enhanced battery-saving tools.
All devices eligible for One UI 8 are expected to receive the new version.
Samsung seems to be working on its next big update for users, the One UI 8.5. The One UI 8.5 beta version is said to roll out for the Galaxy S25 lineup this month. This comes after tipster Tarun Vats stated that the beta program will be released in stages, starting next week. For the unversed, the company is expected to bring new features, a refreshed user interface, and other upgrades next year. Here is everything that we know so far about the One UI 8.5 update, including its launch timeline, features, eligible devices, and more.
SurveyOne UI 8.5 release timeline
The stable version of One UI 8.5 is anticipated to debut next year alongside the Galaxy S26 series. While the exact details remain under wraps, the reports suggest that the One UI 8.5 update may debut in late February or early March and will be rolled out to other devices in a phased manner.
One UI 8.5 features
The update is expected to include a variety of new features, including shareable Pro camera settings, a Network Battery Saver mode that limits background network activity, and enhanced Priority Notifications. Samsung is also believed to be moving the search bar to the bottom of many stock apps to increase accessibility.
Visual improvements are also in the pipeline. The firmware is expected to include revamped 3D app icons, three new lockscreen clock styles, and a significant overhaul of the fast settings panel with configurable toggles for increased user control.
One UI 8.5 eligible devices
If Samsung follows its typical software policy, One UI 8.5 should reach all devices currently running One UI 8. Here’s the expected list:
Galaxy S series – Galaxy S25, S25 Plus, S25 Ultra, S25 Edge, S25 FE, S24, S24 Plus, S24 Ultra, S24 FE, S23, S23 Plus, S23 Ultra, S23 FE, S22, S22 Plus, S22 Ultra, S21 FE
Galaxy Z series – Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Fold Special Edition, Z Fold 6, Z Fold 5, Z Fold 4, Z Flip 7, Z Flip 6, Z Flip 5, Z Flip 4, Z Flip 7 FE
Galaxy A series – Galaxy A73, A56, A55, A54, A53, A36, A35, A34, A33, A25, A24, A15, A16, A17, A06
Galaxy M series – Galaxy M56, M55s, M55, M54, M34, M53, M33, M17, M16, M15, M06
Galaxy F series – Galaxy F55, F54, F34, F16, F15, F06
Galaxy Tab series – Galaxy Tab S11, Tab Ultra, Tab S10 Plus, Tab S10 Ultra, Tab S10 FE, Tab S10 FE Plus, Tab S9, Tab S9 Plus, Tab S9 Ultra, Tab S9 FE, Tab S9 FE Plus, Tab S8, Tab S8 Plus, Tab S8 Ultra, Tab A9, Tab A9 Plus, Tab S6 Lite (2024)
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