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Samsung Expands One UI 8.5 Beta Program to Additional Devices and Markets

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Samsung Expands One UI 8.5 Beta to More Phones and Countries

Samsung has broadened its One UI 8.5 beta program, adding several popular smartphone models in key markets. The update brings new features, including integration with a Google service for sharing files with Apple devices.

Which Phones and Regions Are Included?

According to reports from the technology website SammyFans, Samsung has added new device models to the One UI 8.5 beta program in select regions.

  • The beta is now available for the Galaxy S24 series and Galaxy S23 series in India, South Korea, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
  • These devices join the Galaxy S25 series, which was already part of the beta testing.
  • Beta registration for the Galaxy Z Fold5 and Galaxy Z Flip5 is open in South Korea and the United States.
  • Users of the Galaxy A36 5G in India have reportedly received the first One UI 8.5 beta update.

What’s New in the Beta Software?

The One UI 8.5 beta includes several new features and improvements, as detailed in the reports.

Google's AirDrop Integration: The update incorporates Google's file-sharing functionality, enabling secure file transfers with Apple devices. This feature was previously available on Google's Pixel phones.

Bug Fixes: The update addresses reported issues with the lock screen and Bluetooth connectivity.

Camera Upgrades: The beta includes unspecified enhancements to the camera system.

Security Update: The beta incorporates Samsung's April security update. This update contains 14 critical security patches. One of these patches, provided by Google, addresses a vulnerability that affects the Android operating system more broadly.

Samsung is also distributing the April security update separately for devices running the standard, stable version of One UI 8.

Important Considerations for Beta Testers

The reports note several factors for users to consider regarding beta software.

  • Beta software is test software and may contain instability, bugs, or other issues not present in final releases.
  • Samsung has experienced delays with final software releases in the past.
  • Users must decide whether to install the beta software or wait for the final, stable public release.