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TL;DR
- Samsung is testing new design changes with One UI 8.5, and the latest leak hints at redesigned icons.
- Like other UI elements, app icons in One UI 8.5 have adopted a 3D appearance.
- The icons appear slightly raised due to a drop shadow behind them, reminiscent of app icons from the Galaxy S6.
Development on Samsung’s next major update for mobile devices is in full swing. An uncontrollable stream of discoveries from leaked One UI 8.5 builds has already revealed numerous new features or upgrades we can expect from the update. Last month, we saw hints that Samsung was preparing for iOS-inspired design changes in the Settings app, followed by a comprehensive leak that showcased the extensive customization options. And today, we’re learning about changes to the app icons.
Ditching the flat design that One UI has had for several years, Samsung is switching to a 3D appearance for icons. Leaker Ice Universe presented updated visuals of the app icons earlier today on Weibo. Take a look for yourself: