One UI 8 Beta 2 for Galaxy S25 Series Is Almost Here: New Features and Fixes Revealed
Update brings UI refinements, bug fixes, and possible beta expansion to more Galaxy devices
One UI 8 Beta 2 Nears Release for Galaxy S25 Series
Samsung is preparing to roll out the One UI 8 Beta 2 update for the Galaxy S25 series, following the initial Beta 1 release. According to recent leaks, the next build—version ZYF1—is being tested internally and is expected to bring important refinements, visual fixes, and possibly wider beta access.
- Beta testers are looking forward to a smoother experience, as Beta 1 introduced minor visual bugs and app behavior inconsistencies.
- Reliable tipster @Tarunvats has shared early insights into what users can expect in this upcoming release.
What’s New in One UI 8 Beta 2
1. Updated One UI Home Launcher
- The One UI Home app is being updated from v17.0.00.113 to v17.0.00.127, suggesting UI and performance enhancements.
- While Samsung hasn’t detailed the changes yet, users can expect better animation fluidity, layout consistency, and possibly new customization tweaks.
2. App Drawer Spacing Bug Fixed
- Beta 1 introduced an issue where the vertical app drawer layout showed awkward spacing between the search bar and app icons.
- The Beta 2 update addresses this, ensuring the app drawer returns to its intended layout and spacing, improving navigation aesthetics.
3. Widget Scaling Improvement
- Some home screen widgets weren’t resizing properly in the first beta, resulting in visual misalignment and layout inconsistencies.
- With Beta 2, Samsung is improving widget responsiveness and scaling, helping them adapt cleanly to various screen sizes and layouts.
Possible Expansion of the One UI 8 Beta Program
Rumors also suggest that the Beta 2 rollout may include more countries and additional Galaxy devices.
- Samsung may expand the One UI 8 Beta Program to devices like the Galaxy S24 series, Galaxy Z Fold6, and Galaxy Z Flip6 alongside the S25 series.
- This expansion will allow more users to experience Android 16 with One UI 8 ahead of its final release.
Final Thoughts
The One UI 8 Beta 2 update is shaping up to be a polished follow-up to the first release, focusing on key UI fixes and preparing the system for wider testing.
With the official release expected soon, Galaxy S25 users can look forward to a cleaner UI, enhanced widget behavior, and a more stable beta environment. Stay tuned for Samsung’s official announcement on Beta 2 availability and expansion details.
