Samsung’s One UI 8.5 public beta program is finally rolling out, several outlets have confirmed, giving Galaxy S25 users their first real taste of the new features and upgrades headed for a wider release.
Those additions include a visual refresh, expanded customization options, new AI-powered tools, and deeper cross-device connectivity. As reported, the public beta is currently available only to Galaxy S25 series users in South Korea, the U.S., the UK, Germany, India, and Poland.
So what’s actually new in the public beta? Expect updated Galaxy AI features — including enhanced image-generation tools — along with improved cross-device integration, such as storage sharing between Samsung devices and faster Smart View access. Auracast also receives a boost, with easier listening and broadcas

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