The One UI 8 beta program has officially been announced, giving users a first look at what Samsung plans to bring to devices this year and next. So far, the list of eligible devices is slim, but it’s likely to grow fast.
What’s new in One UI 8?
Since this is the first beta version of One UI 8, everything introduced is new to the iteration of Samsung’s take on Android.
There are a couple of standout changes, like the one made to the Quick Share app and shortcut in Quick Settings. Now, when you tap the Quick Settings icon, it immediately takes you to the app. From there, just being on the receive page sets your privacy settings to allow anyone to send you something. While it sounds dangerous, it’s a smart move. If you’re open to receiving a file via Quick Share, an easy way to make sure anyone can send you something with no roadblock is by opening the app and waiting.
Samsung is also changing how files are presented. A new recent section showcases new files, making them easier to find in a pinch.
Of course, Samsung is also bringing a ton of other small changes like Weather app updates and Internet app options. You can read the full changelog in our breakdown. We also have a guide for installing the new One UI 8 beta, since the process is a little different.
These devices can download One UI 8 beta
Since it’s the very first release, Samsung is understandably keeping the eligibility list slim. That means devices like the Galaxy S22 aren’t going to be at the top of the list due to age.
Currently, only one series is eligible. With one caveat, the Galaxy S25 series can download the One UI 8 beta.
That list includes these devices:
- Galaxy S25
- Galaxy S25+
- Galaxy S25 Ultra
Keen-eyed readers might notice one Galaxy S25 device missing. Samsung’s brand-new Galaxy S25 Edge is not on the list for one reason or another, even though it shares the same name.
The slim phone is newer than the other devices, meaning One UI 8 may need a little more time in the oven. On top of that, the Galaxy S25 Edge didn’t sell nearly as many units as the Galaxy S25 series, or likely any of the individual models. With that, Samsung is probably hesitant to bring One UI 8 to the new Galaxy S25 Edge at the same time as the main S25 series. That isn’t to say it will never be a part of the beta program, assumingly.
We should see more devices appear on that list as time goes on. We’re also hoping that Samsung has ironed out some of the issues that came with One UI 7 and caused several significant delays. If those are fixed, One UI 8 beta should be available to more devices very soon.
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