One UI 8.5 Beta Rolls Out: What’s new? How does it improve device connectivity?

One UI 8.5 Beta Rolled Out: Samsung Electronics has rolled out the latest version of One UI – One UI 8.5 beta – for its users. The company claims that it includes upgrades that enable smoother operation, device management, and improved security. So, what's new in this version and how does it improve device connectivity?

One UI 8.5: What’s new for content creation?

According to the company, One UI 8.5 makes the process of creating and sharing content more seamless from start to finish. With the updated Photo Assist, users can keep creating new images without interruption, continuously edit photos without needing to save the image each time, review all their creations in the edit history and select and save their favourites.

The Quick Share feature will make sharing smoother, as it says, which recognises people in photos and proactively suggests sending them directly to those contacts.

How does One UI 8.5 improve device connectivity?

Whether users need to manage files, share their network, or communicate with nearby devices, the new cross-device features make managing devices easier, the company said. Audio Broadcast enables effortless communication with LE Audio-supported devices nearby using Auracast, it added. In addition to audio from media sources, users can now broadcast their voice using their Galaxy phone’s built-in microphone — ideal for group situations like tours or events.

Storage Share brings seamless access to the Galaxy ecosystem by showing files from other Galaxy devices, including tablets and PCs, directly in the My Files app. It also allows users to access their phone’s files from other Samsung devices, including their TV.

One UI 8.5 Beta Program: How Galaxy device staying protected?

According to Samsung, One UI 8.5 gives users clearer control over their security settings. Theft Protection keeps phones and their data secure in case they are lost or stolen. For additional protection, Failed Authentication Lock automatically locks the screen if there are too many failed attempts to verify identity by fingerprint, PIN or password. Identity check also safeguards more settings than before, adding an extra layer of protection.

One UI 8.5 Beta Program: Availability

The One UI 8.5 beta program will first be available to Galaxy S25 series users starting December 8 in select markets, including Germany, India, Korea, Poland, the UK, and the US. Galaxy users can apply to join the beta program through the Samsung Members app.