📌 Quick Take
- One UI 8.5 beta now available for more Galaxy devices
- Expansion includes 2023 flagship models and foldables
- First A-series device joins the beta program
- Limited rollout by region
📱 New Devices Added to One UI 8.5 Beta
Samsung has confirmed that the beta program now includes the following devices:
- Galaxy S23
- Galaxy S23+
- Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Galaxy S23 FE
- Galaxy Z Fold 5
- Galaxy Z Flip 5
- Galaxy A36 5G
This latest expansion pushes the total number of supported devices to over 20, marking one of Samsung’s largest beta rollouts to date.
🌍 Availability by Region
The rollout isn’t global just yet. Availability depends on both device and region:
- Galaxy S23 series (including FE): India, South Korea, UK, US
- Galaxy Z Fold 5 / Flip 5: South Korea, US
- Galaxy A36 5G: India only
🔄 What’s New in One UI 8.5?
One of the standout additions in this beta is an upgraded Quick Share feature, now offering improved cross-platform compatibility—similar to Apple’s AirDrop.
This enhancement aims to make file sharing smoother across different ecosystems, a move that reflects Samsung’s growing focus on interoperability.
🚀 A Strategic Move by Samsung
By extending the beta program beyond premium devices, Samsung is clearly shifting toward a more inclusive update strategy. Bringing mid-range devices like the Galaxy A36 into early testing signals a push to unify the user experience across its ecosystem.
🔎 Final Thoughts
The One UI 8.5 beta expansion shows Samsung doubling down on both software consistency and user feedback. If the current rollout is any indication, more devices—and regions—could be added soon.
Stay tuned, as Samsung continues refining its next-generation Android experience.