Samsung has been developing One UI 8.0, based on Android 16, for a long time. Earlier this month, it was announced that the beta version, which has been released for many devices, would be available not only for older Galaxy Z and Galaxy S series devices but also for the Galaxy A series. One of the eligible devices for this program is the Galaxy A35, and the first evidence has surfaced online suggesting the beta software will be released soon. Here are the details.
One UI 8.0 Beta Coming to the Galaxy A35
Leader Tarun Vats has spotted the first beta version of One UI 8.0, based on Android 16, for the Galaxy A35 on Samsung’s server. This leak confirms that Samsung will release the update on time, ahead of the official release scheduled for September 2025. As seen in the image, the software version is codenamed A356EXXU5ZYH4.
One UI 8, which will bring the Android 16 update to Samsung devices, while not as major an update as One UI 7.0, offers many new features. These include an improved split-screen view, an updated Now Bar that supports more card types, a redesigned Quick Share, an improved Secure Folder, and the new Samsung DeX.
However, it’s worth noting that Samsung may not be able to roll out all these changes to every device. More affordable models like the Galaxy A series may miss out on some features.
Samsung models expected to receive the Android 16-based One UI 8 update:
Note: The following list is unofficial. It has been compiled by reliable sources in accordance with the company’s update policy. Furthermore, it does not include models that will be released in the upcoming period and only covers the current product line.
Galaxy S:
- Galaxy S22 Series
- Galaxy S23 Series
- Galaxy S24 Series
- Galaxy S25 Series
Galaxy Z Fold and Flip:
- Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4
- Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5
- Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6
Galaxy S FE:
- Galaxy S21 FE
- Galaxy S23 FE
- Galaxy S24 FE
Galaxy A:
- Galaxy A33, A53 and A73
- Galaxy A14, A24, A34 and A54
- Galaxy A15, A25, A35 and A55
- Galaxy A06, A16
- Galaxy A56, Galaxy A26
Galaxy Tab:
- Galaxy Tab S8, Tab S8+, and Tab S8 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S9, Tab S9+, and Tab S9 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S10+ and Tab S10 Ultra
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