It feels like just yesterday we were talking about One UI 7, but Samsung is already moving at lightning speed. The latest and greatest software, One UI 8 based on Android 16, is already here. While a few devices shipped with it out of the box, Samsung is now expanding the update to a long list of its most popular phones. So, you’re probably wondering: is your phone on the list?
Which One UI 8 Samsung Phones Are Already In?
Samsung’s newest foldables, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7, are the lucky ones—they launched with One UI 8 and Android 16 right out of the box. But if you have a different device, don’t worry. The One UI 8 beta program has been live since May and is constantly expanding. It’s now available for a number of other devices, letting users get a taste of the new software ahead of the stable rollout.
So, who’s in on the beta right now? The Galaxy S25 series (S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra) has been beta testing for a while now and is currently on its fifth beta. This is a great sign that the stable release is just around the corner. The beta program has also recently been opened up to the entire Galaxy S24 lineup (S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra), as well as the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6.
This update isn’t just about big, flashy changes. One UI 8 takes all the great features from One UI 7 and refines them. We’re talking about new animations that feel incredibly smooth, small playful changes to the user interface, and overall improvements to usability and multitasking. This is a subtle but very welcome upgrade for anyone who uses their phone all day.
Samsung is also bringing new features to its core apps. Good Lock, the popular customization app, has been updated for One UI 8, giving users even more ways to personalize their devices. The new software also improves signature features like the Now Bar, with Live Updates backing it to expand the number of supported apps.
This is just the beginning. The One UI 8 beta program is set to expand to a ton of other popular models in September. This includes the fan-favorite Galaxy S23 series, the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5, and even some mid-range phones like the Galaxy A55 and A54. It’s a huge list, and it shows that Samsung is committed to getting the latest software to a wide range of devices.
The official stable update for the Galaxy S25 series is scheduled to begin in September, and after that, the rollout will expand to the other phones on the list. The wait is almost over, and a new era for your Galaxy smartphone is about to begin.
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