Samsung has officially begun rolling out the One UI 8.5 Beta 2 update ahead of the stable release. For now, the beta remains exclusive to the Galaxy S25 series, but the program has expanded to include more countries.
Interestingly, users in newly supported regions are receiving the same build as Beta 2, even though it’s their first One UI 8.5 beta update. This confirms that Samsung is moving quickly to unify testing across all eligible markets.
Stable Release Timeline
Samsung is expected to officially debut One UI 8.5 alongside the Galaxy S26 early next month. Following the announcement, the stable update will begin rolling out to the Galaxy S25 lineup.
With testing already well underway and all eligible regions now receiving the beta, Samsung appears to be on schedule. There’s a strong possibility that the stable release will roll out simultaneously across supported regions.
What’s New in One UI 8.5 Beta 2
As anticipated, the Beta 2 update primarily focuses on bug fixes, performance improvements, and overall system stability. It also enhances reliability for users who experienced issues with the first beta build.
Eligible users can manually check for the update instead of waiting for a notification, as the rollout appears to be live in all supported countries.
One UI 8.5 Beta 2 Update Details
- Firmware version: Ends with ZYLH
- Download size: Approximately 1.1GB
Full Changelog
- Fixed an issue where Quick Panel settings would intermittently reset during boot
- Improved Quick Panel icon spacing and layout inconsistencies
- Resolved an issue causing gallery group folders to move to the first album page
- Fixed stuttering when opening the “More View” menu during calls
- Addressed intermittent random reboot issues
- Fixed cases where the volume up button failed to work under certain conditions
- Improved audio issues during calls when connected to Bluetooth car kits
- Resolved forced shutdowns affecting multiple third-party apps
- Improved overall software stability, including camera app enhancements
What to Expect Next
Samsung is expected to release additional One UI 8.5 beta builds in the coming weeks. While up to four more beta updates may arrive, the stable release timeline is unlikely to change unless a major issue is discovered.
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