The latest flagship and foldable phones will gain early access to One UI 8 in South Korea, the US, the UK, and India—bringing smarter features powered by Galaxy AI.
One UI 8 Beta Expands to More Users on August 11
Samsung is officially launching the One UI 8 Beta on August 11, 2025, for three of its newest premium phones:
- Galaxy S24 series
- Galaxy Z Flip 6
- Galaxy Z Fold 6
These are Samsung’s top-tier flagship and foldable devices, and their inclusion marks the second phase in the company’s One UI 8 rollout strategy.
Beta Program Details: Who Can Join?
Samsung will make the One UI 8 Beta Program available in the following regions:
- South Korea
- United States
- United Kingdom
- India
Eligible users in these countries can join the Beta Program by enrolling through the Samsung Members app.
What Makes One UI 8 Exciting?
One UI 8 is Samsung’s most AI-powered update to date, introducing intelligent tools and suggestions that adapt to how you use your phone. It’s built on Android 16 and will come with:
- Smarter Galaxy AI features that recognize patterns and tasks
- Integration with Google Gemini, usable by voice or through gestures via Galaxy Buds3 / Buds3 Pro
- UI refinements, better multitasking, and more personalization options
- System-wide improvements to performance, security, and battery efficiency
What About Other Devices?
While the Galaxy S25 series will be the first to get the stable version of One UI 8 in September, Samsung plans a massive beta expansion that same month. Devices joining the beta program include:
- Galaxy S23 / S23+ / S23 Ultra
- Galaxy Z Fold 5 / Z Flip 5
- Galaxy A36 5G / A55 5G / A35 5G / A54 5G
This structured rollout ensures wider feedback, especially across flagship and upper-mid-range models.
Should You Join the Beta?
If you’re a Galaxy S24, Z Flip 6, or Z Fold 6 owner and live in a supported region, this is your chance to:
- Preview One UI 8 features early
- Contribute feedback that could shape the stable version
- Explore new AI functionalities before general availability
Do keep in mind that beta software can come with bugs or compatibility issues, so it’s best used by tech-savvy users or those comfortable with early builds.
Final Rollout Begins in September
Samsung reconfirmed that the stable One UI 8 rollout begins in September 2025, starting with the Galaxy S25 series. The update will then be released sequentially to eligible models, based on beta testing completion and regional readiness.
