Galaxy S25 One UI 8.5 Beta Expands to More Regions
▼ Summary
– The One UI 8.5 beta program’s second phase has now launched, expanding access to India and Poland after the initial phase covered only four of the six announced countries.
– The first beta update for the Galaxy S25 series is a large download (over 4GB) and includes the December 2025 security patch.
– This same firmware version will serve as the second beta update for countries like Germany, South Korea, the UK, and the USA.
– The update fixes numerous bugs, reliability, and performance issues that were present in the initial One UI 8.5 beta release.
– One UI 8.5, based on Android 16, introduces many new features including lock screen clock customization, a new UI design for stock apps, improved Galaxy AI editing, and Theft Protection.
The One UI 8.5 beta program for the Galaxy S25 series is now expanding its reach, bringing the latest test software to users in India and Poland. This marks the second phase of the rollout, following the initial launch in four other countries. Samsung is actively gathering user feedback to refine the experience before the stable public release.
For those in the newly included regions, the first beta update carries a substantial firmware version ending in ZYLH and requires a download exceeding 4GB. This package incorporates the December 2025 security patch alongside a host of new features. Interested participants must register their eligible Galaxy S25, S25+, or S25 Ultra devices through Samsung’s official beta program to gain access to the installation.
This specific build is identical to the second beta update being distributed in the initial launch countries, which include Germany, South Korea, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Its primary focus is on enhancing stability, addressing numerous bugs, and resolving performance and reliability concerns identified in the very first One UI 8.5 beta release from earlier this month.
Built upon Android 16, One UI 8.5 introduces a significant refresh. Users can expect expanded customization for lock screen clocks and a redesigned visual language across Samsung’s native applications. Galaxy AI capabilities receive a boost, particularly in image editing tools. The update also integrates Bluetooth Auracast enhancements, Storage Share functionality, smarter Quick Share suggestions, a revamped interface for Samsung Internet, and the new Theft Protection security feature.
(Source: Sam Mobile)
