Samsung Continues Expanding One UI 8.5 Beta Program to More Galaxy Devices

April 9, 2026
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Samsung is expanding the One UI 8.5 beta program to additional Galaxy devices.

 

Following the expansion of One UI 8.5 beta in March[1], the program is now rolling out to more devices, including the Galaxy S23 series and Galaxy S23 FE. The beta will be available in select markets, including the U.K, India, Korea, and the U.S.[2], as part of a phased rollout.

 

Building on our ongoing collaboration with Android, Samsung is introducing support for AirDrop through Quick Share on One UI 8.5 beta, enabling more seamless cross-platform file sharing for Galaxy users on select devices, including Galaxy S25 series, Galaxy S24 series, Galaxy Z Fold7, Galaxy Z Flip7, Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Flip6[3].

 

The beta program will continue to expand to additional Galaxy devices later this month. Users can register via the Samsung Members app.

 

 

 

 

 

[1]The March 2026 One UI 8.5 beta rollout brought support to the Galaxy S24 series, Galaxy Z Fold6, Galaxy Z Flip6, Galaxy S25 FE, Galaxy S24 FE and the Galaxy Tab S11 series.

[2]Galaxy Z Fold5 and Galaxy Z Flip5 are supported in Korea and the U.S. only; Galaxy A36 5G is supported in India only. Availability and timing may vary by market

[3]Airdrop support is currently available on the Galaxy S26 series. Availability and timing may vary by market.

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