Hot off the heels of Google’s big Android 16 QPR2 update for Pixel phones, Samsung users are now being treated to an update of their own. On December 8, Samsung officially began rolling out its One UI 8.5 beta program.
While you might assume this is an insignificant update given the “.5” branding, One UI 8.5 actually has some pretty substantial changes — including an overhauled Quick Settings panel, the ability to share storage between Samsung devices, and major lock screen updates. It’s pretty cool stuff, and you’re probably eager to get it on your Samsung phone ASAP.