Samsung appears to be expanding its One UI 8.5 beta program beyond its latest flagship lineup, with new leaks suggesting that the Galaxy S25 FE and Galaxy S24 FE could soon join the testing phase. The company recently opened the beta program to the Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7, signaling a broader rollout strategy. Now, fresh reports indicate that Samsung is preparing to include more devices — including its popular Fan Edition models — in the upcoming beta wave. Samsung may extend beta program to Fan Edition devices Traditionally, Samsung has limited its One UI beta programs to…
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Samsung has officially expanded its One UI 8.5 beta program to the latest foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7. The rollout comes shortly after firmware builds for both devices were spotted online, hinting that the beta testing phase was about to begin. Users who are eager to try the upcoming software can now register for the beta program and install the update through the Samsung Members app. One UI 8.5 beta update details The One UI 8.5 beta is based on Android 16 and introduces several improvements, including system optimizations, AI-powered features, and security enhancements. For…
One UI 8.5 is gradually making its way to more Samsung smartphones as the company prepares for a wider rollout. While the stable update has yet to reach older Galaxy devices, new signs suggest the beta program will soon expand beyond the current lineup. At the moment, the update is primarily being tested on the Samsung Galaxy S25 series. The software has already debuted on the newer Samsung Galaxy S26 series, meaning it’s only a matter of time before it becomes available for more devices. Galaxy Z Flip7 and Fold7 Could Join the Beta Soon According to recent reports, Samsung…
Google has officially announced the March 2026 Google Play system update, bringing new improvements across multiple Android platforms. The update includes changes to Play services, the Play Store, and the Play system components that power many background features on Android devices. Interestingly, the announcement arrives even though some devices are still running the December Play system update. This is not unusual, as Google often publishes the release notes before the update becomes widely available to all users. Improvements Across the Android Ecosystem The March 2026 update introduces changes that affect several parts of the Android ecosystem. These improvements apply to…
Xiaomi has started rolling out a new major software update to several of its smartphones. The update is currently limited to Chinese users, but the company is expected to expand the rollout to global markets soon. For now, the update is only available for a few flagship devices. While Xiaomi plans to extend the rollout to mid-range smartphones as well, reports suggest that only devices running Android 16 will be eligible to receive the upgrade. According to recent reports, the update is currently being pushed to the Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Pro, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, and Redmi K90 Pro…
After weeks of beta testing, Google has officially started rolling out the stable version of Android 16 QPR3. The update arrives with the March 2026 security patch and a number of interface improvements, performance optimizations, and new features for eligible Pixel smartphones and tablets. The rollout is happening globally and is now available for supported devices, starting from the Pixel 6 series up to the latest Pixel models. March 2026 Security Patch Fixes Over 60 Issues Android 16 QPR3 includes the March 2026 security update, addressing a large number of vulnerabilities. As expected, Google continues to prioritize security with this…
Xiaomi has started rolling out the stable HyperOS 3 update globally to the Xiaomi 12 series, marking what appears to be the final major software upgrade for the lineup. While the rollout is currently limited to select users under stable beta testing, a wider expansion is expected in the coming weeks. Xiaomi 12 HyperOS 3 Global Update Version Details The update is arriving with the following firmware versions: Both builds are part of the global (MI) release channel. As with most Xiaomi rollouts, the update is being pushed gradually to ensure stability before reaching all eligible users. What’s New in…
Samsung’s latest software update is stirring controversy among Galaxy users. The company is currently testing One UI 8.5 for older devices, but the update has already launched on the new Samsung Galaxy S26 series — and it brings a major change that could frustrate advanced users. Reports suggest Samsung has removed several important tools from the Android recovery menu, making it significantly harder to manually sideload updates. One UI 8.5 Recovery Menu Tools Changes Explained Every Android smartphone comes with a recovery menu that allows users to perform advanced system functions such as: However, according to reports from GalaxyClub and…
Google has officially started rolling out Android 17 Beta 2, just weeks after the first beta build went live. The accelerated release timeline strongly suggests that the stable version of Android 17 is on track for a May release, at least for eligible Pixel devices. The new beta build is already available for download for users enrolled in the Android Beta Program. Android 17 Beta 2: What’s New? User Experience & System UI Connectivity & Cross-Device Core Functionality, Privacy & Performance Issues fixed in Beta 2 The software version rolling out is CP21.260206.011. For the following devices, the update carries version…
Samsung has started rolling out a new One UI 8.5 beta update for the Galaxy S25 series, signaling that the stable version could be just around the corner. The latest beta build is likely the final test version before Samsung begins pushing the stable One UI 8.5 update to eligible devices. However, the rollout remains limited to the Galaxy S25 lineup for now. Galaxy S25 Getting Closer to Stable One UI 8.5 The Samsung Galaxy S26 series debuted with the stable One UI 8.5 out of the box. Samsung is now preparing to bring the same software experience to the…