The latest rumors suggest that Samsung's One UI 8.5 update is moving closer to public testing, with a beta build reportedly surfacing on the company's test servers.
One UI 8.5 Beta Build Surfaces on Samsung's Test Servers
A post on X by Tarun Vats (@tarunvats33) claims that the first One UI 8.5 beta build for the Galaxy S25 series is now listed on Samsung's test servers, bearing firmware versions S938NKSU7ZYKP, S938NOKR7ZYKP, and S938NKSU7CYKP.
Expected Features of One UI 8.5
The One UI 8.5 update is expected to debut with the Galaxy S26 series early next year, bringing several new features, including Network Battery Saver and Priority Notifications.
- Network Battery Saver: This feature could control network activity during idle hours to preserve battery life.
- Priority Notifications: One UI 8.5 may use Galaxy AI to automatically identify important notifications, showing them above other notifications.
Pro Camera Presets and Other Features
The update could add support for Pro camera presets in Samsung Galaxy smartphones, allowing users to save and quickly switch between custom settings in Pro mode.
- Pro Camera Presets: This feature would enable users to create and save their own custom camera settings, making it easier to capture high-quality photos.
Timeline of One UI 8.5 Public Beta Release
Samsung was earlier expected to bring the One UI 8.5 public beta in November, but the release was said to be delayed due to changes in the possible launch timeline of the Galaxy S26 lineup.
- Public Beta Delayed: The initial delay was caused by changes in the Galaxy S26 series launch timeline, which may now be over with the latest test build surfacing.
Conclusion
The discovery of the One UI 8.5 beta build on Samsung's test servers suggests that the public beta release of the update may be just a few weeks away. With its expected features, including Network Battery Saver and Priority Notifications, One UI 8.5 is poised to bring significant improvements to Galaxy smartphone users.