The newest second beta update based on Android 16 introduces improvements and resolves issues.
Samsung has started the rollout of the second beta for One UI 8, the company’s most recent Android 16-based update for the Galaxy S25 series. This update is now accessible for the Galaxy S25, S25 Plus, and S25 Ultra in certain regions, such as Germany, Korea, Poland, and the U.K. It brings new functionalities, multiple bug fixes, and the updated June security patch.
The second One UI 8 beta is a significant update, approximately 1236MB in size, featuring version numbers S938U1UEU4ZYF3/ S938U1OYM4ZYF3/ S938U1UEU4BYF3. It includes a user feedback tool “to enhance interpreter performance,” corrections for text alignment issues in Now Brief, enhancements across widgets, and solutions for fingerprint unlock problems. Moreover, issues related to the Galaxy AI, Clock app, and camera app have been resolved.
While the second beta is available in specific regions, the first beta is now extending to India and Poland, delivering the June security patch to these areas. The first beta is a 3.6GB update and has been activated in these locations.
The One UI 8 beta is anticipated to roll out to older Galaxy models, such as the Galaxy S24 and S23 series, with updates expected by mid-July.
