Samsung One UI 8.5 is Officially Rolling Out: Here’s What’s New for Your Galaxy

If you’ve been waiting for the next big software jump for your Samsung device, the wait is finally over. After a successful pilot run in South Korea, Samsung has officially flipped the switch on the stable One UI 8.5 update for global users. While the flagship Galaxy S25 series is leading the charge, this isn’t an exclusive club—Samsung is bringing the goods to older flagships, foldables, and tablets too.

Which Devices Are Getting the Update?

Samsung is being impressively aggressive with this rollout. If you’re carrying one of the recent heavy hitters, you can expect to see a notification in the coming days. The list of eligible devices includes:

• Galaxy S Series: The S24 and S23 lineups, including the Fan Edition (FE) models.
• Foldables: The Galaxy Z Flip7 and Z Fold7, as well as the Z Flip6 and Z Fold6.
• Tablets: The Galaxy Tab S10 and S11 series.

Users with select Galaxy A-series models aren’t being left behind either, though their rollout might take a few extra days as Samsung finalizes the distribution for mid-range hardware.

More Than Just a Minor Patch

Don’t let the incremental numbering fool you. One UI 8.5 is far more than a simple bug fix; it’s a substantial refresh that brings a sleeker UI design and a host of meaningful features to the ecosystem. The focus this time around is clearly on making your device smarter and your creative workflow smoother.

The Rise of Galaxy AI

The headline features are largely driven by Galaxy AI. Samsung has deepened its integration with Perplexity AI to provide more sophisticated search results and a smarter Bixby experience. For those who love mobile photography and content creation, the update is a game-changer:

• Advanced Image Editing: More powerful generative tools to tweak, move, or remove elements in your photos seamlessly.
• Pro-Level Video: You can now preview Log video in real-time. Plus, the new dual-video recording mode lets you capture footage from the selfie camera and a rear lens at the same time—perfect for vloggers.
• Document Scanning: A more intelligent scanner that handles everything from receipts to complex documents with better clarity.

Productivity and Performance Tweaks

Beyond the flashy AI tools, there are plenty of quality-of-life improvements. Samsung has refined Quick Share for better file swapping and tweaked Samsung Health for more accurate tracking. Perhaps most importantly for daily users, the update includes better power-saving optimizations to help your battery last through those long days.

If you haven’t received a notification yet, you can manually check for the update by heading to Settings > Software Update. It’s time to see what your Galaxy is truly capable of with this latest version.