The One UI 8.5 beta proves Samsung is losing focus on what made it special

One UI was named after its focus on one-handed use. But in the seven years since its release, that focus isn't as sharp as it ...

One UI 8.5 coming soon: Check the release date, eligible Galaxy devices, and new features

At first glance, One UI 8.5 may seem like an incremental upgrade over One UI 8.0, but the beta suggests it’s a much more ...
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Samsung’s One UI 8.5 might rewrite the rules for Android skins

Rajesh started following the latest happenings in the world of Android around the release of the Nexus One and Samsung Galaxy S. After flashing custom ROMs and kernels on his beloved Galaxy S, he ...
Android Authority

I'm using Samsung's One UI 8.5 beta, and there's one feature every Android skin needs to copy

If you’re a Samsung fan, you probably heard about the One UI 8.5 beta release last week. Samsung officially launched the beta on December 8, and since then, we’ve discovered a surprising number of new ...
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Android 16 beta schedule leaks for some of Samsung’s recent Galaxy devices

Samsung is getting itself ready to launch the One UI 8 beta based on Android 16 for several Galaxy devices. A new leak details when the Galaxy S24 and S23 series will be allowed access. A recent leak ...
Android

Samsung's One UI 8.5 Tipped to Adopt Android 16 QPR2 Base

Leaked builds confirm One UI 8.5 will be based on Android 16 QPR2, marking a significant strategic shift for Samsung. By adopting this quarterly update, Samsung breaks tradition and delivers new ...