New update:
Stable One UI 8.5 Rolling Out in the US
Samsung has now begun pushing stable One UI 8.5 firmware updates for the following devices in the US:
Galaxy S24 Ultra
- Build Number: S928USQU5DZDR
Galaxy S24 FE
- Build Number: S721USQUBDZDP
Galaxy Z Fold 6
- Build Number: F956USQU3DZDQ
Galaxy Z Flip 6
- Build Number: F741USQU3DZDP
The update is expected to arrive in phases, meaning availability may vary depending on carrier, region, and device model.
India Rollout Could Start Monday
According to the latest rollout information, Samsung may begin releasing stable One UI 8.5 in India starting Monday.
Update:
Samsung has significantly expanded the One UI 8.5 stable rollout, with the Android 16-based update now reaching users across multiple regions worldwide. After the rollout initially began in South Korea on May 6, Samsung has now pushed the update to North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East in phases.
Full list of countries and regions where One UI 8.5 is currently live
Based on rollout reports, Samsung community confirmations, and regional firmware availability, One UI 8.5 stable update is now live in the following countries and regions:
- South Korea 🇰🇷
- United States 🇺🇸
- Canada 🇨🇦
- United Kingdom 🇬🇧
- Germany 🇩🇪
- France 🇫🇷
- Italy 🇮🇹
- Spain 🇪🇸
- Netherlands 🇳🇱
- Poland 🇵🇱
- Switzerland 🇨🇭
- Austria 🇦🇹
- Belgium 🇧🇪
- Sweden 🇸🇪
- Norway 🇳🇴
- Denmark 🇩🇰
- Finland 🇫🇮
- Portugal 🇵🇹
- Czech Republic 🇨🇿
- Hungary 🇭🇺
- Romania 🇷🇴
- Greece 🇬🇷
- India 🇮🇳
- Indonesia 🇮🇩
- Philippines 🇵🇭
- Thailand 🇹🇭
- Vietnam 🇻🇳
- Malaysia 🇲🇾
- Singapore 🇸🇬
- Taiwan 🇹🇼
- Hong Kong 🇭🇰
- China 🇨🇳
- Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦
- United Arab Emirates 🇦🇪
- Turkey 🇹🇷
Samsung earlier confirmed that Europe, North America, India, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Southeast Asia, and other global markets would start receiving the update beginning May 11 after the Korea rollout.
Rollout is still happening in batches
Even though the rollout is now active in many countries, availability may still vary depending on:
- Device model
- Carrier version
- Region-specific firmware approval
- Samsung staged rollout schedule
Some users may receive the update immediately, while others could wait several days.
Devices currently receiving One UI 8.5
Samsung is prioritizing recent flagship Galaxy devices first, including:
- Galaxy S25 series
- Galaxy S24 series
- Galaxy Z Fold 7 / Flip 7
- Galaxy Z Fold 6 / Flip 6
- Galaxy Tab S11 series
- Galaxy Tab S10 series
More Galaxy S, Z, A, M, and F series devices are expected to receive the update throughout May and June.
Samsung has now officially announced the One UI 9 Beta Program for the Galaxy S26 series too. Read our article to know more about One UI 9 Beta roll-out as it brings Android 17 to Samsung smartphones.
Original Article:
Samsung has officially initiated the global rollout of the One UI 8.5 stable update today, May 11, 2026. This follows an extensive 10-phase beta program and an initial debut in South Korea. The update is now appearing on devices across North America, Europe, India, and Southeast Asia.
Built on the foundation of Android 16, One UI 8.5 is more than a minor iteration. It introduces a complete visual overhaul and deep integration of specialized AI tools designed to modernize the Galaxy experience.
Supported Devices: The First Wave
The initial phase of this rollout focuses on Samsung’s 2025 flagship series and its latest foldable hardware. Owners of the following devices should check their system settings for the update today:
Galaxy S25 Series: S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra
Galaxy S25 Edge: The ultra-slim flagship
Galaxy S25 FE: The latest Fan Edition model
Galaxy Z Series: Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, and Z Flip 7 FE
Specialty Models: Galaxy Z TriFold
If you are using a slightly older device, your turn is coming soon.
Galaxy S24, Fold 6 and other devices could be next
According to the Samsung One UI 8.5 second wave rollout plan, users of the Galaxy S24 series, Z Fold 6, and Tab S11 can expect the update to arrive later this month.
These devices are rumored to be next in line:
- Galaxy S24 series
- Galaxy Z Fold 6
- Galaxy Z Flip 6
- Galaxy Tab S11 lineup
You can read more about the upcoming rollout phases here:
Major Features in One UI 8.5
This update focuses on three core pillars: visual fluidity, communication intelligence, and creative utility.
1. Liquid Glass Design
Samsung has replaced traditional blurring effects with “Liquid Glass.” This new design language uses frosted glass layers and physics-based animations. The result is a user interface that feels more responsive and visually premium, specifically optimized for high-refresh-rate displays.
2. Agentic AI and Call Screening
One UI 8.5 introduces Agentic AI, an evolution of Bixby. The system can now screen calls in real-time, determine the caller’s intent, and provide you with a live text summary. It can even handle basic scheduling tasks on your behalf during the call.
3. Creative Studio
Creative Studio is a new native application that utilizes Gemini Nano for on-device generative AI. Users can generate custom wallpapers, create digital stickers from photos, and perform complex object removals or “outfit swaps” in images using simple text prompts.
4. Real-Time Audio Eraser
The system-wide audio engine now supports real-time noise isolation. This allows users to isolate specific voices or remove background wind and traffic noise during video calls or while recording social media content directly within apps like Instagram or YouTube.
Galaxy Devices May Feel Faster After Update
Users can also expect:
- Faster app opening speeds
- Smoother animations and scrolling
- Better multitasking performance
- Improved Galaxy AI features
- Enhanced battery optimization
- Better camera stability
- Improved lock screen and notification experience
- Better foldable optimizations for Galaxy Z devices
Early feedback suggests the update makes navigation feel smoother and more fluid, especially on flagship Galaxy phones.
How to Install One UI 8.5
To download the update, follow these steps:
Navigate to Settings.
Select Software update.
Tap Download and install.
Note: The update file is approximately 3.2GB. Ensure you are connected to a stable Wi-Fi network and have at least 50% battery before starting the installation. It is also recommended to back up your data to Samsung Cloud or an external drive as a standard precaution for major OS upgrades.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the Galaxy S23 series get One UI 8.5? Devices from the 2023 lineup, including the S23 series and the Z Fold 5, are currently slated for the third wave of updates. These are expected to begin in early June 2026. For a more detailed breakdown, refer to the One UI 8.5 rollout roadmap and Samsung Members schedule.
Will One UI 8.5 slow down older phones? One UI 8.5 includes significant kernel-level optimizations from Android 16. While older hardware may not support every “Agentic AI” feature due to NPU limitations, the overall UI speed and animation smoothness are expected to improve across all supported devices.
Is Bixby being replaced? Bixby is not being removed but has been heavily rebuilt. It now functions as an “AI Agent” that can perform multi-step tasks across different apps, powered by a hybrid of local and cloud-based large language models.
Does this update include the latest security patch? Yes, the stable One UI 8.5 build includes the May 2026 security patch, addressing several critical vulnerabilities in the Android framework.
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