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Samsung rolled out updates to the One UI Beta Program that simplify enrollment (accept the Beta Terms once), let users join or leave beta tests at any time, add a permanent One UI Beta Hub in Samsung Members to view available programs, show banners for new betas, and improve the Tips section; users can rejoin after leaving or switch back to the latest stable One UI.
Android Authority reveals five little-known Samsung Galaxy One UI features that are tucked in plain sight: Edge Panel’s built‑in compass and ruler, a Camera app document scanner (multi‑page support currently limited to Galaxy S26), a Wi‑Fi inspection tool in Connectivity Labs for mapping signal strength around your home, Bixby Vision tools like Object Identifier, Color Detector, and Text Reader, and Quick Measure for estimating distance, area, and height using AR.
Samsung’s One UI 8.5 June 2026 update for the Galaxy S25 is rolling out in South Korea, finally adding missing Galaxy AI features—Prioritise Notifications, Summarise Notifications, and File Summaries—that first appeared with the Galaxy S26. The unusually large patch (build S938NKSUACZF1) also bumps Android security to June 2026. An international rollout to North America, Europe, and India is expected soon, and Galaxy S25 users can manually install via Settings > Software update > Download and install.
Samsung has detailed its June 2026 security patch, fixing 45 vulnerabilities (33 Google CVEs and 12 Samsung SVEs) across Galaxy devices. The patch, arriving with the One UI 9.0 beta for the Galaxy S26, also addresses a DRM HDR driver flaw in Exynos and is expected to roll out to additional devices in the coming weeks, impacting devices on Android 14–16 and several One UI services.
Samsung’s One UI 8.5 and One UI 9 are not rivals but consecutive updates: 8.5 is a major skin refresh built on Android 16 (with features like Quick Share) rolling out globally in May 2026, while 9 is a new engine built on Android 17 that’s currently in beta for the Galaxy S26 with a planned full release around July 2026 for foldables. You can’t skip directly from 8.5 to 9, and not every device will receive 9 due to hardware/upgrade limits. If you’re on a supported device, install 8.5 when offered; 9 will follow later if eligible, but it’s not guaranteed for all.
Samsung has begun rolling out the May 2026 security patch to the Galaxy S22, S22+, and S22 Ultra, starting in South Korea with firmware S90xNKSS9GZE5 (about 506.30MB for the S22) and addressing 36 security vulnerabilities; global rollout is expected in the coming days. The update accompanies One UI 8.5, while One UI 9.0 is not slated for these devices, which are expected to receive their final major update.
Samsung is prepping the Galaxy Z Fold 8 family—Fold 8, Fold 8 Wide, and Flip 8—for a July 22, 2026 launch, focusing on refined designs, crease-free hinges, and mode-specific form factors. The standard Fold 8 features an 8.0-inch inner display with a 200MP/50MP/10MP rear camera, Fold 8 Wide uses a 7.6-inch panel with a 200MP/12MP setup, and Flip 8 sticks with a 50MP/12MP dual camera. Specs hint at up to 1 TB storage on Fold 8 (12 GB RAM), up to 512 GB with 16 GB RAM on Fold 8 Wide, and up to 512 GB with 12 GB RAM on Flip 8, plus 4,300–5,000 mAh batteries and 45W charging for Fold 8 models (25W for Flip 8). Software gains come via enhanced One UI for foldables, aimed at improved multitasking across the three devices.
Samsung’s first smart glasses, reportedly named Galaxy Glasses, have surfaced in firmware references as an icon in One UI 8.5 and a test One UI 9 build, hinting at a launch in the second half of 2026; details are scarce, but the design appears to be a simple glasses outline and could feature AR-style functionality, with Samsung possibly unveiling them at a future Unpacked event.
Samsung is expanding its Google-originated security feature Inactivity Restart to Galaxy S26 devices in Korea via the February 2026 patch, following earlier availability on Galaxy Z Fold 7 and S25 beta. When enabled in Settings, Security and privacy, More security settings, Inactivity Restart, the phone will automatically reboot after 72 hours of inactivity, entering a BFU state that blocks fingerprint access until the correct PIN or password is entered. The rollout may depend on firmware or Google Play system updates, with broader availability expected to reach more devices soon.
Samsung is expanding its One UI experience to home appliances starting September, introducing features like Now Brief and a 7-year software update commitment, unifying the user interface across devices for a seamless ecosystem.
The upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 7 is expected to feature a larger cover screen, but its success depends on Samsung addressing software limitations, especially with the keyboard and customization options, to compete effectively with Motorola's Razr series.
Google's new Instant Hotspot feature in Android 15, which allows seamless connection to a phone's hotspot from an Android tablet or Chromebook, won't be available on Samsung Galaxy devices. This is because Samsung's One UI already has a similar feature called Auto Hotspot, which works exclusively with Galaxy devices. Therefore, Galaxy users won't miss out on much, but those hoping to use the feature with non-Galaxy devices might feel left out.
Google's Android 15 Developer Preview 2 features new status bar icons that resemble Samsung's One UI design, with a segmented look and white and grey color scheme. The battery icon is now horizontal, allowing for the battery percentage to be displayed inside it. These icons are not live by default but may become default in the next beta version of the OS.
Android 15 Developer Preview 2 introduces three keyboard accessibility options - Sticky keys, Slow keys, and Bounce Keys - for physical keyboards, aiming to improve usability for people with physical disabilities. Interestingly, Samsung's One UI already offers these features, highlighting the advantages of One UI over stock Android in providing useful accessibility options.
Samsung's Galaxy S24 series comes with One UI 6.1 featuring a newer version of One UI Home with smoother animations on the home screen. An update to One UI Home for older Samsung smartphones and tablets is expected to bring these smoother animations to those devices as well. While the APK of the new version is available for manual installation, it's advisable to wait for the official update to avoid potential security risks.