Samsung Galaxy Watch users can anticipate receiving the significant One UI 8 upgrade as well.
Samsung Expands One UI 8 Beta to Galaxy Watches and Phones
Samsung is expanding its One UI 8 beta program to include a variety of its Galaxy Watch models and smartphones. Here's a breakdown of what you can expect.
Galaxy Watch Models
The newest Galaxy Watch models, including the Watch 8, Watch 8 Classic, and Watch Ultra (2025), ship with One UI 8 out of the box. The Watch Ultra (2024) has already received its stable update. The beta program is currently available for the Galaxy Watch 7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra, with Samsung preparing an update for Galaxy Watch 5 users with LTE models on T-Mobile in the US. Later in 2025, the beta program will expand to more Galaxy Watch models, although no exact dates have been confirmed.
The stable update for the Galaxy Watch 4 and other eligible models, such as the Watch 5, Watch 6, Watch 7, Watch FE, and Watch Ultra, is planned for later in 2025. Samsung has a four-year software update promise on its Wear OS watches, suggesting that these older models will receive the One UI 8 update.
Galaxy Phones
The One UI 8 beta is currently available for the Galaxy S25 series, with the Galaxy S24, Galaxy Z Fold 6, and Z Flip 6 models set to join the program next week in key markets like the UK, US, Korea, and India. In September, the Galaxy S23, Z Fold 5, Z Flip 5, A36, A56, A35, and A54 will also join the beta.
It's important to note that not all devices may have access to all new features due to hardware limitations on older devices.
The Big Push
With the big push to get One UI 8 launched, Samsung is gradually expanding the availability of its beta program regionally in markets including the US, UK, Germany, South Korea, Poland, and India. The rollout for stable updates to eligible watches is planned "later this year," with newer models receiving it first, followed by older ones like the Watch 4.
For the latest updates on Samsung's One UI 8 beta and stable updates, keep an eye on Samsung's official news channels.
- Samsung is not only expanding its One UI 8 beta program to Galaxy smartphones, but also to a variety of smart-home devices and gadgets that leverage its technology.
- As the One UI 8 beta rollout continues, expects advancements in smart-home devices and gadgets that align with Samsung's ecosystem, such as smarter wearable devices and connected appliances.
