Galaxy S25 Ultra One UI 8.5 Update Adds Fresh Wallpapers
▼ Summary
– Samsung is emphasizing visual improvements in the unreleased One UI 8.5 update, which includes new interactive wallpapers.
– The second wallpaper displays a stylized archway with stairs that rotates opposite to phone tilting for a parallax effect.
– The firmware is currently leaked and unreleased, running on Android 16, as reported by SamMobile.
Samsung’s upcoming One UI 8.5 update for the Galaxy S25 Ultra is shaping up to be a visually focused release, with leaked firmware revealing two brand-new interactive wallpapers that break from the company’s usual pattern. Unlike most major Android or One UI updates, which typically leave preloaded wallpapers unchanged, this version introduces fresh dynamic backgrounds that respond to user interaction.
A welcome departure from the norm, the update includes two distinct animated wallpapers designed to enhance the lock screen experience. The first design mimics the markings of a basketball court, where a digital basketball drops onto the screen and rolls across the surface whenever the device is awakened. This creates a playful, subtle animation that brings the lock screen to life without being overly distracting.
The second interactive wallpaper presents a stylized architectural scene reminiscent of the popular Monument Valley game series, featuring an archway with stairs. This background employs a sophisticated motion-responsive effect; tilting the phone from side to side makes the entire image rotate in the opposite direction. This creates a pronounced parallax effect that feels more substantial and immersive than the subtle depth effects found on Samsung’s standard wallpapers.
These additions were discovered in an unreleased firmware build labeled S938BXXU6CYJB, which corresponds to Android 16. While these features are not yet available to the public, their inclusion signals Samsung’s increased attention to aesthetic customization and dynamic visual elements in their software interface.
(Source: Sam Mobile)
