Samsung has officially started the global rollout of One UI 8 to eligible Galaxy devices. This highly anticipated update, based on Android 16, brings a host of new features and refinements designed to make your Galaxy experience more intuitive, personal, and intelligent than ever before.
A New Era of AI and Personalization
One UI 8 is more than just a visual refresh; it’s a significant leap forward in integrating powerful on-device and cloud-based AI. At the heart of this update are new multimodal AI capabilities that understand and respond to your world in new ways.
- Gemini Live: One of the most exciting new features, Gemini Live, allows for natural, real-time communication with AI that understands what you see through your camera. Imagine pointing your phone at a recipe and getting step-by-step cooking instructions, or asking for advice while walking through a city.
- Enhanced Circle to Search with Google: The popular “Circle to Search” feature gets a boost, with new capabilities that allow for real-time translation of text on your screen. You can scroll through an article or social media feed and see instant on-screen translations.
- Portrait Studio: AI-powered photo tools are a major focus. Portrait Studio can now transform photos of your pets into artistic, studio-quality portraits.
- Personalized Suggestions: One UI 8 uses AI to learn your daily routines and offer proactive, personalized suggestions to help you get things done faster. From smart reminders to recommended music based on your habits, your phone is now more in tune with your needs.
Redefined Versatility and Design
Samsung has also refined the user experience, with a new focus on fluid, adaptive design that works seamlessly across various Galaxy form factors, from phones to tablets and foldables.
- Optimized for Large Screens: Features like Multi Window are now more powerful, allowing you to easily drag and drop AI-generated content like images and text directly into your workflow. The new AI Results View displays information in a split or floating window, so you can keep your original content visible.
- Refined Aesthetics: One UI 8 introduces a refreshed visual identity with a sense of depth and a cohesive feel. The new design elements are aimed at being both easy on the eyes and simple to use.
- Adaptive Clock: A new lock screen clock design stretches and adapts to the contours of your wallpaper, ensuring it remains visible without obstructing important details in your favorite photos.
A Commitment to Security and Privacy
In an age where data privacy is paramount, Samsung has doubled down on security. One UI 8 includes advanced security features to protect your personal information.
- Knox Matrix: This feature can automatically sign devices out of your Samsung Account if they are flagged for serious security risks, sending alerts across all your connected Galaxy devices.
- Secure Wi-Fi: An upgraded Secure Wi-Fi with post-quantum cryptography (PQC) provides enhanced protection against emerging threats, even on public networks.
Check Your Device: The Rollout Has Begun
The initial rollout of the stable One UI 8 update is beginning with the latest flagship devices, including the Galaxy S25 series. The update is expected to expand to a wide range of other Galaxy phones and tablets in the coming months, with many devices scheduled to receive it by the end of the year.
As always, the rollout is a phased process and may vary by region and carrier. Keep an eye out for a notification on your device, or check for the update manually in your Settings menu under “Software update.”
One UI 8 represents Samsung’s vision for the future of mobile, where AI and seamless design work in harmony to deliver a more powerful and personal user experience. Get ready to experience your Galaxy device in a whole new way.
