Samsung has officially introduced One UI 8.5, the latest evolution of its Android-based interface, bringing a refined design language, deeper device integration, and powerful creative tools. The update, announced alongside the company’s late-2025 software refresh, arrives first on the Galaxy S25 series and is scheduled to expand across Samsung’s flagship, foldable, and select mid-range devices.
A Focus on Fluidity, Productivity, and Intelligence
One UI 8.5 is less about radical reinvention and more about smart refinement. Samsung has tightened animations and reduced interface friction, resulting in noticeably smoother performance even on complex visual transitions.
A standout addition is Photo Assist, a tool that preserves a full history of edits, allowing creators to adjust images continuously without losing earlier versions. Content sharing also receives a major upgrade with new options like Audio Broadcast, which lets users stream their device’s sound or voice to nearby compatible speakers or displays.
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Cross-device collaboration also deepens. The new Storage Share feature enables quick, secure access to files across Samsung phones, tablets, and PCs, signaling Samsung’s intent to unify its ecosystem more cohesively.
On the usability front, Samsung has redesigned several system apps with simplified navigation. Search bars now sit at the bottom of the screen for easier one-handed use, while widgets and cards in the quick panel can be repositioned or hidden entirely.
Security enhancements round out the release, adding stronger on-device protections for sensitive data and tightening privacy controls for file and media sharing.
Phones Featuring One UI 8.5
Below are key devices in Samsung’s 2025 portfolio that ship with — or receive One UI 8.5, along with their core specifications and pricing.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Samsung’s top-tier flagship continues to push boundaries in imaging and performance.
Key Specifications
- Display: 6.9″ QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED, 120Hz
- Processor: Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 (U.S.) / Exynos equivalent (international)
- RAM/Storage: Up to 12GB RAM; 256GB–1TB storage
- Camera System: 200MP main sensor, advanced periscope zoom, improved night imaging
- Battery: ~5000mAh with fast wired/wireless charging
- OS: Android with One UI 8.5 preinstalled
Price (USD)
- Starting at $1,299.99 (256GB)
Samsung Galaxy S25+
A balanced flagship with most of the Ultra’s performance in a lighter, slimmer frame.
Key Specifications
- Display: 6.7″ FHD+/QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED, 120Hz
- Processor: Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 / Exynos variant
- RAM/Storage: 12GB RAM; starts at 256GB
- Camera System: Triple-camera setup with upgraded image processing
- Battery: ~4800mAh
- OS: One UI 8.5
Price (USD)
- Starting at $999.99
Samsung Galaxy S25
Samsung’s mainstream flagship delivers high-end performance at a more accessible price.
Key Specifications
- Display: 6.2″ Dynamic AMOLED, 120Hz
- Processor: Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 / Exynos variant
- RAM/Storage: 8GB–12GB RAM; 128GB–256GB storage
- Camera System: Triple rear cameras with improved low-light capabilities
- Battery: ~4200mAh
- OS: One UI 8.5
Price (USD)
- Starting at $799.99
What One UI 8.5 Means for Users
For anyone upgrading or updating to One UI 8.5, the experience will feel more responsive, more intuitive, and more deeply connected across devices. Its creative enhancements target content makers, while the ecosystem-level improvements aim squarely at users who rely on multiple Samsung devices.
Overall, One UI 8.5 marks one of Samsung’s most polished and user-centric software updates in recent years.