Customization fans beware: One UI 8.5 Beta may launch without support for Samsung’s popular Home Up module
As Samsung gears up to launch One UI 8.5 Beta — based on Android 16 — a key feature for power users may be temporarily unavailable. According to recent leaks, the Home Up module from Good Lock will likely be unsupported during the beta phase.
What is Home Up?
Home Up is one of the most-used modules in Samsung’s Good Lock suite, allowing users to deeply customize:
- Home screen and app drawer layouts
- Folder behavior
- Task changer and pop-up view
- Transition animations
For users who enjoy fine-tuning their Galaxy experience, Home Up is an essential tool.
Why Won’t Home Up Work on One UI 8.5 Beta?
According to a trusted tipster, Samsung’s internal One UI 8.5 builds are still undergoing development, and the Home Up module hasn’t yet been updated for compatibility. This is not unusual — Good Lock modules often lag slightly behind major OS or UI upgrades, especially during beta testing.
This means:
- Home Up features may break or crash
- You might not be able to install or update the module
- Customization settings may reset or not function
Should You Skip the Beta?
If you rely heavily on Home Up for daily productivity or custom layouts, it’s best to avoid the beta. Waiting for the stable One UI 8.5 release — expected with the Galaxy S26 series in early 2026 — is the safer move.
However, if you’re more curious about new features and are comfortable with some limitations, you can still participate in the beta knowing Home Up support will likely return before the final release.
What Else Is Coming in One UI 8.5?
Despite this minor setback, One UI 8.5 brings notable improvements, including:
- Refined animations and smoother transitions
- More customizable Quick Panel
- Bottom-aligned search bar for better accessibility
- One-handed usability enhancements
- Under-the-hood performance boosts
Samsung may update Home Up for One UI 8.5 in the coming weeks, but until then, users looking for full customization may want to hold off on the beta. For now, One UI 8.5 Beta = exciting features, but limited customization — at least temporarily.
