Samsung has rolled out the third One UI 8 beta update for the Galaxy S25 series, bringing a wave of bug fixes and refined features. Based on Android 16, this update focuses on enhancing user experience with subtle improvements and increased stability, signaling that the stable release may be just around the corner.
What’s New in One UI 8 Beta 3?
The One UI 8 Beta 3 update, with build versions S938BXXU4ZYFA/S938BOXM4ZYFA/S938BXXU4BYFA, is currently available in Germany, the UK, and South Korea, with the US expected to follow soon. The update, approximately 3.6GB in size, addresses several issues and polishes existing features for a smoother experience.
Key Fixes
- Status Bar Overlap: Fixed an overlap issue between the Recents app status bar and the running app menu in specific NaviStar configurations.
- Keyboard Input: Resolved a swipe-to-type error on the keyboard screen, ensuring seamless text input.
- Security Reboot Issue: Fixed a bug requiring a reboot for keyboard input in certain security scenarios.
Feature Polish
- Enhanced Lock Screen: A new clock style that adapts to wallpapers for a seamless, dynamic look.
- AI-Driven Features: Improved Galaxy AI tools, including gallery-based wallpaper suggestions and live call captions.
- Performance Optimizations: Smoother animations and refined app performance, particularly for the Camera app (version 16.0.0031).
How to Get One UI 8 Beta 3
Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra users in supported regions (US, UK, Germany, South Korea, India, and Poland) can enroll in the beta program via the Samsung Members app. Open the app, locate the Beta banner, and follow the prompts to download the update.
Bug Fixes and Stability
One UI 8 Beta 3 addresses numerous under-the-hood issues, making it the most reliable beta release yet. Users who prioritized stability over early adoption will find this update a compelling reason to join the beta program.
What’s Next?
This beta release is likely one of the final steps before the stable One UI 8 rollout, expected shortly after Samsung’s Unpacked event on July 9, 2025. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 will debut with the stable version, while the S25 series is set to receive it as an over-the-air update soon after.
Stay tuned for more updates as Samsung continues to refine One UI 8, bringing a polished Android 16 experience to Galaxy users worldwide.
