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Leaked Video Shows Early One UI 8.5 Redesign Expected to Debut on Galaxy S26

An internal build points to floating controls, refreshed stock apps, plus features that could change before release.

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Overview

  • Samsung is internally testing One UI 8.5, and a developer leak now includes a six‑minute video showing the software running on a Galaxy phone after being ported from a newer build.
  • Leaked images and video reveal a Settings revamp with a floating bottom search bar, a floating back button, overflow gradients, drop shadows, more compact list items, and a three‑column search results grid.
  • Stock apps appear updated in the video, including a Phone app with a dock‑style tab bar and a Direct Voicemail feature that transcribes calls live, plus UI tweaks in Device Care, Galaxy Themes, and the Studio video editor.
  • Observers note visual similarities to iOS 26’s style, such as floating UI elements, though Samsung’s build lacks the reflective Liquid Glass effect highlighted on Apple’s software.
  • Outlets report One UI 8.5 is expected to launch with the Galaxy S26 series, and SamMobile says the firmware even references One UI 9.0, but Samsung has not confirmed details and the design may evolve before release.