Key Highlights
- One UI 8.5 Beta expands to Galaxy S23 series, Fold5, Flip5, and S23 FE
- Galaxy A36 5G becomes the first A-series device in the beta program
- India included in the phased rollout alongside the U.S., U.K., and Korea
- Quick Share gains AirDrop-style cross-platform sharing support
Samsung has expanded the One UI 8.5 Beta program to more Galaxy smartphones, including the Galaxy S23 lineup, foldables, and the Galaxy A36 5G. The rollout is now live in select regions such as India, Korea, the U.K., and the U.S., with more devices expected later this month.
The move signals Samsung’s continued push to test upcoming software features across both flagship and mid-range devices earlier than before.
Which devices are getting One UI 8.5 Beta?
Samsung confirmed the latest expansion includes:
- Galaxy S23
- Galaxy S23+
- Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Galaxy Z Fold5
- Galaxy Z Flip5
- Galaxy S23 FE
- Galaxy A36 5G
Notably, this marks the first time an A-series device has entered a One UI 8.5 Beta rollout at this stage. That shift suggests Samsung is widening early testing access beyond premium devices.
The company also said additional Galaxy devices will join the beta later this month.
Where is the beta available right now?
The update is rolling out in phases across selected markets:
- India
- South Korea
- United States
- United Kingdom
Availability may vary by device and carrier. Users can enroll through the Samsung Members app once the beta appears for their device.
Phased rollouts typically help Samsung collect feedback before expanding globally.
What’s new in the update?
One of the most notable additions is improved cross-platform file sharing.
Samsung confirmed support for AirDrop-style transfers through Quick Share on select newer Galaxy devices, including:
- Galaxy S25 series
- Galaxy S24 series
- Galaxy Z Fold7
- Galaxy Z Flip7
- Galaxy Z Fold6
- Galaxy Z Flip6
This upgrade strengthens interoperability between ecosystems and signals deeper collaboration with Android platform features.
Samsung has not yet shared the full feature list for the broader beta expansion. However, early beta releases usually focus on performance improvements, UI refinements, and ecosystem integration changes.
How can users join the beta program?
Eligible users can register through the Samsung Members app.
After registration:
- Open Samsung Members
- Select the One UI beta banner
- Enroll your device
- Download the update via Settings
Enrollment slots may be limited depending on region.
