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Samsung’s One UI 8 Beta Reaches Capacity as Android 16 Features Debut

Samsung has opened its Android-16-based One UI 8 beta for Galaxy S25 devices in select regions, introducing advanced AI features alongside a Secure Folder kill switch.

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Overview

  • The One UI 8 beta launched on May 28 for Galaxy S25, S25+ and S25 Ultra in the US, UK, Germany and South Korea.
  • U.S. registrations filled up within days, prompting Samsung to close new sign-ups and signal additional spots in future beta phases.
  • AI enhancements include multimodal interactions, personalized suggestions, dynamic wallpapers, improved multitasking and upgraded Samsung DeX.
  • A new Quick Settings toggle acts as a Secure Folder kill switch by hiding and encrypting apps and enforcing separate biometric re-enrolment.
  • Samsung is aiming to unveil the stable One UI 8 in July 2025 at its Unpacked event alongside the Galaxy Z Fold7 and Z Flip7, with phased updates following across Galaxy S, Z, Tab and A series.