Samsung has started rolling out the One UI 8 beta update for its latest flagship devices, including the Galaxy S24 series, Galaxy Z Fold 6, and Galaxy Z Flip 6. The beta program, which began rolling out in the UK and Korea, is expected to soon reach users in the US, India, and other supported regions.
Beta Program Details and Availability
- The One UI 8 beta started rolling out the week of August 11, 2025, aligning with Samsung India’s announcement for beta access starting from that week.
- Currently, the beta is available for unlocked versions of Galaxy S24, S24 Plus, and S24 Ultra users in the UK and Korea.
- Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 users in Korea have also started receiving the beta update, with US, UK, and Indian rollouts expected shortly.
- Carrier-locked devices must wait for their respective beta rollout.
Update Size and Software Version
- The first beta build for the Galaxy S24 series is about 3.2GB in size.
- The version number appears as S926BXXU9ZYH3 (may vary by region).
- It includes the August 1, 2025 security patch, ensuring users are on the latest Android security updates.
How to Join the Beta Program
- Users can enroll via the Samsung Members app by signing in with a Samsung account.
- Eligible users will find a One UI 8 Beta Program banner on the app’s home page to register.
- After registration, users can check for the update under Settings > Software update > Download and Install.
Features and Expectations
- One UI 8 is based on Android 16 and introduces AI-powered multimodal features that enhance the device’s usability.
- This update brings a refined UI design, improved stability, and introduces Galaxy AI features absent in One UI 7.
- Users can expect enhanced personalization, smarter interactions, and better productivity tools.
- The full changelog has not been officially released yet but is anticipated to include new Galaxy AI integrations and UI improvements.
Upcoming Beta Rollouts and Stable Release
- In September 2025, Samsung plans to expand the beta program to devices such as the Galaxy S23 series, Z Fold 5, Z Flip 5, and several Galaxy A series phones.
- The stable One UI 8 rollout is expected to begin with the Galaxy S25 series in September and will progressively reach other eligible devices.
- One UI 8 Watch will also expand to more Galaxy Watch models beyond the Watch 8 series later in the year.
Samsung continues to enhance its software ecosystem with One UI 8, giving users early access to new features and improvements through this beta program while collecting valuable feedback to refine the final release.
This rollout reflects Samsung’s commitment to keep its flagship and foldable devices at the forefront of software innovation with seamless AI-powered experiences and enhanced customization.