Key Takeaways
1. Samsung is rolling out the One UI 8 Beta update based on Android 16 for the Galaxy S25 series, including the S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra.
2. The beta update is currently available in specific regions, namely India and Poland, with a download size of approximately 3.6GB.
3. The update includes the June 2025 security patch and specific build versions for the Galaxy S25 models.
4. New features in the One UI 8 Beta include enhanced Galaxy AI capabilities, local AI processing, and new features like the Now Bar and Now Brief.
5. Improvements to user interface features include Bluetooth LE audio streaming via QR codes and a new Quick Share option in the Quick Settings panel for easier file sharing.
Samsung’s latest flagship smartphones might just be getting the Android 16 OS with the One UI 8 Beta update. A recent source indicates that this update is being rolled out for the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra. Here’s what you should know.
One UI 8 Beta for Galaxy S25 Series
The information comes from tipster Tarun Vats, who posted on X (formerly known as Twitter). Currently, it seems that the Android 16 based beta update is being made available for Galaxy S25 users in certain areas, specifically India and Poland. According to the tweet from the tipster, the One UI 8 Beta for the Galaxy S25 includes build versions S938BXXU4ZYF3/S938BOXM4ZYF3/S938BXXU4BYF3. Along with this, Samsung is rolling out the June 2025 security patch, with the download size being approximately 3.6GB.
Features of One UI 8 Beta Update
Samsung’s latest One UI 8 Beta is expected to enhance the Galaxy AI, enabling Galaxy devices to better understand what’s displayed on the screen or what the camera captures. Additionally, features like the Now Bar and Now Brief are on their way, plus options for local AI processing directly on Galaxy phones.
Among other exciting features included are Bluetooth LE audio streaming via QR codes (which is supported on Galaxy Buds), faster repair support access through QR codes and NFC linked to Samsung accounts. The user interface is also getting some improvements, including a new Quick Share option in the Quick Settings panel for easier file sharing.