SA329 & 140/4 (47 ov)
AUS429
BAN272
WI134/4 (48 ov)
GRE2
CAP0
NZ
IND
NAM
IRE
Abha
Al Ittihad
NorthEast
Bengaluru
Al Diriyah
Neom SC
Le Havre AC
PSG
Nice
Rennes
Al Shabab
Al Ahli
FIO2
ATA2
NSR5
KHO3
RIY0
QAD6
FRO5
LEC1
MIS139/7 (17.3/20 ov, target 192)
TOK191
SCOT19/0 (1.2/6 ov, target 95)
SBP172 & 165/7 (59.4 ov, target 237)
MITS112 & 296
SOA154
WA406/5d & 161/9 (57 ov)
TAS100/3 (30 ov)
NSW
UAE
NED
PAK
SL
BH-W
SS-W
AS-W
MS-W
PS-W
MR-W
AFG221/7
ZIM202/5 (20 ov, target 222)
ENG386/5
OMA196
HH-W174/8 (20 ov, target 193)
ST-W140/4 (17/20 ov, target 139)
HKG107/4 (6 ov, target 136)
MGR1
CMU0
NAL2
SFE0
Elversberg
Mainz
Villarreal
Espanyol
KHA4
HAZ2
Genoa2
Juventus0
Samsung is expanding its One UI 8 beta program to include more Galaxy devices, bringing Android 16-based features to a broader range of smartphones and foldables. Starting next week, the One UI 8 beta program will be available on the Galaxy S24 series, Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Flip6.
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Expanded Beta Program Rollout
The beta program will rollout starting the week of August 11, and will be available for Galaxy S24 series, Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Flip6 in India, Korea, the U.K. and the U.S.
One UI 8 Beta Expansion Timeline
| Phase | Devices | Regions | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Launch | Galaxy S25, S25+, S25 Ultra | Germany, Korea, UK, US | May 28, 2025 |
| Current Expansion | Galaxy S24 series, Z Fold6, Z Flip6 | India, Korea, UK, US | Week of August 11 |
| September Rollout | Galaxy S23 series + more devices | Additional regions | September 2025 |
Device Eligibility Expansion
Initially introduced with the Galaxy S25 series in May, the program now extends to flagship devices from previous generations. The beta program is planned for roll out to even more devices in the following month including Galaxy S23 series.
This phased approach ensures thorough testing across different hardware configurations while maintaining system stability.
Android 16 Integration Features
Samsung Galaxy devices would get the new Android 16-based One UI 8 update, bringing enhanced AI capabilities and improved user interface elements. The official rollout of One UI 8 will introduce an AI experience designed to enhance daily smartphone interactions.
The stable One UI 8 release is expected this summer, launching with premium Galaxy devices and expanding to mid-range models subsequently.
Geographic Availability
The beta program has expanded beyond initial markets, now including India and Poland alongside the original launch countries. This broader geographic coverage reflects Samsung’s commitment to including diverse user feedback in the development process.
Samsung’s typical rollout pattern suggests additional devices and regions will be added in coming weeks, following user demand and testing capacity.
Testing Program Benefits
Current testing on devices like the Galaxy S25, Galaxy Z Fold6, Galaxy Z Flip6, and Galaxy Z Flip5 has provided valuable insights for optimizing the Android 16 experience across different form factors.
The expanded beta program allows Samsung to gather comprehensive feedback from users across various device categories and usage patterns.
Stable Release Timeline
Based on current testing progress, the stable One UI 8 release is positioned for widespread availability in September 2025, with premium devices receiving priority access.
Dozens of Samsung Galaxy devices are expected to receive the Android 16-based One UI 8 update, representing one of Samsung’s most comprehensive OS upgrade programs.
For detailed One UI 8 coverage and Samsung device updates, visit technosports.co.in for comprehensive Android development news.
This expansion demonstrates Samsung’s commitment to providing cutting-edge Android experiences across its device ecosystem while ensuring thorough testing before stable release.
