Samsung recently started the One UI 8.5 Beta Program for the Galaxy S25 series. The beta update is currently limited to South Korea, the US, the UK, and Germany. These countries are part of the first phase of the beta rollout. Now, a new report suggests that Samsung might soon expand the One UI 8.5 Beta update to more countries, including Canada.

A new One UI 8.5 Beta testing build, S938WVLU7ZYLB, has been spotted for the Samsung Galaxy S25 series in Canada. This indicates that Samsung may soon expand the One UI 8.5 Beta update to Canada.

However, Samsung has not officially confirmed that the One UI 8.5 Beta will launch in Canada. The company has not made any announcement about its release date or eligibility. Still, the appearance of this new testing build gives hope that Canadian users might be able to test the update soon.

Source – Samsung Mobile Press

Earlier reports suggest that the second phase of the One UI 8.5 Beta Program may include even more countries, including India and Poland. At this moment, Canada is still not officially part of the beta program, but expectations are growing as more information appears online.

One UI 8.5 will bring several new features and improvements for a smoother, faster, and more enjoyable experience. Beta programs help Samsung test new features and fix bugs before releasing the final version to everyone. Stay tuned for more information.

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Days after initial rollout, Samsung is now bringing December 2025 security update to the Global Galaxy S25 phones. The software is based on One UI 8.0 atop Android 16 and available for those who didn’t join Beta Program.

Samsung launched One UI 8.5 Beta Program on December 8th. First Beta is available in Germany, South Korea, the UK and the US. Second Beta rollout is expected later this month, along with country expansion.

Hours before kicking off the One UI 8.5 Beta, Samsung provided the December 2025 update to the Galaxy S25 series in South Korea. The firmware has finally crossed Korean boundaries and is hitting users globally.

Despite the Global rollout, the latest software hasn’t arrived in the US. Owners of the S25 series are still awaiting the update stateside. You can check for the BYKS build through Settings > Software update > Download and install.

Earlier this month, Samsung detailed its December 2025 patch. The package carries fixes for a total of 68 vulnerabilities, with CVE and SVE included.

If your country doesn’t qualify for the Beta Program, you have to be satisfied with the latest security patch. The security patch is necessary as it significantly improves the overall user experience and privacy.

Samsung hasn’t mentioned specific changes to this firmware. However, each release aims to elevate Galaxy experiences. It happens as the installation wipes out Android and app cache to clean up storage from unnecessary data.

Galaxy S25 International variant December update rollout started. pic.twitter.com/8PywIlfqvi

— Tarun Vats (@tarunvats33) December 11, 2025

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A new industry report brings disappointment to the potential buyers of the Galaxy S26 series. The report says Samsung is all set to reuse the entire camera module of the Galaxy S25 in the upcoming Galaxy S26 smartphone.

According to TheElec, Samsung hasn’t improved the camera specs of the Galaxy S26 (probably the Plus version too). It’s a total disappointment as an upgraded ultrawide and telephoto camera was highly anticipated by fans.

The base model of the Galaxy S26 series may bring a 50-megapixel main camera. The ultrawide and telephoto cameras are also said to be unchanged. Meanwhile, there’s no hope for an improved front camera for the selfie module.

Galaxy S26 (base) camera specs

• Primary – 50-megapixel
• Ultrawide – 12-megapixel
• Telephoto – 10-megapixel with 3x optical zoom
• Front – 12-megapixel

Galaxy S phones are already expensive, and Samsung can’t risk harming sales when the iPhone is available at a lower price. Base iPhone and Galaxy S models share the same price, while Samsung’s Ultra is $100 pricier than Apple’s best.

Apple’s iPhone 17 has become the reason behind Samsung’s stall. The company has reportedly considered upgrading some camera sensors. However, this upgrade would have arrived at an increased cost, going above $799.

With component (DRAM, AP, and camera) costs continuing to rise, Samsung isn’t able to bring upgrades while keeping the price the same. That said, the planned upgrades have been canceled, and pricing has been prioritized.

We may see Samsung’s Unpacked event in February next year in San Francisco. The lineup will include three models, as always, including a Base, a Plus, and an Ultra, while an “Ultra Slim” project is also in the pipeline.

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Samsung just recently released the One UI 8.5 Beta update, and the company has now announced the start of the One UI 8.5 Beta Program in a newsroom post. The company has also confirmed that it is currently only available for users of the Galaxy S25 series.

One UI 8.5 Beta update lets Galaxy users enjoy new features and enhancements ahead of the official release. This beta update brings new features that make Galaxy devices easier to use, more connected, and more secure. It helps users create content, manage devices, and protect their data more efficiently.

Here are some highlighted features of the One UI 8.5 update:

Advanced Photo Assist

The updated Photo Assist features let users create and edit images without any interruption. Instead of saving every step, users can edit continuously and later view all versions in the edit history and select the best one.

Improved Quick Share

Quick Share has also been improved as it can now recognize people in photos and suggest sending the images directly to them. This makes sharing faster and simpler.

Audio Broadcast 

One UI 8.5 update also improves how Galaxy devices work together. Audio Broadcast now lets users send audio, including their voice, to nearby LE Audio-supported devices using Auracast.

Storage Share 

Storage Share makes file management across devices seamless. Users can access files from other Galaxy devices, including tablets, PCs, and even TVs, directly through the My Files app.

Theft protection 

Security is also stronger in One UI 8.5 as the Theft protection helps keep phones safe if they are lost or stolen. The feature includes automatic locking after multiple failed unlock attempts and stronger identity checks for sensitive settings.

Aside from these features, Samsung also brings several features, UI changes, and improvements. If your device is eligible, you can join the beta program now and enjoy the new features.

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Samsung fans in the US can now avail the One UI 8.5 Beta 1 update. The Beta Program is officially live stateside, letting users gain early access to the big update.

Moments ago, Samsung dropped One UI 8.5 Beta in Germany and South Korea. Now with the latest expansion, it has landed in the US, while countries to follow include India, Poland, and the UK.

Who is eligible?

Everyone who resides in the US and owns a Galaxy S25, S25 Plus, or S25 Ultra in the US is eligible for the One UI 8.5 Beta 1 update. Utilize the Samsung Members to enroll for the Program and score your free upgrade.

• Galaxy S25 series – Either carrier-unlocked or T-Mobile

Meanwhile, Samsung’s carrier-unlocked models and branded with the T-Mobile carrier, only qualify for the Beta testing. So if you have a Verizon-locked flagship, you will have to wait until the official rollout begins.

How to enroll?

If you have a compatible device that is either carrier-unlocked or bound with T-Mobile, you qualify for the signup.

Open Galaxy Store and update the Samsung Members app to the latest version. Ensure your device is connected to a cellular network with a SIM (physical or eSIM) as well as your Samsung Account logged in.

Now, head towards the Samsung Members app, scroll, and tap on the Beta Program card. Go through the Beta sign-up as instructed on the screen and complete the process by hitting Enroll.

How to download and install?

Enrollment would take a couple of minutes as you complete the process. Wait for a few moments to receive the update notification through the notification panel.

If you can’t wait any longer, try fetching it manually from Software Update menu under Settings. Hit Download and install to check if the Beta OTA has arrived, i.e., ZYL8.

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Samsung rolls out surprise December 2025 update for Galaxy S25 users. While everyone’s awaiting One UI 8.5 Beta, the company has a new security update. It lays the foundation for the upcoming Beta Program for the flagships.

December 2025 security update is rolling out in South Korea to the Galaxy S25, S25 Plus, and S25 Ultra. Owners of the Galaxy S25 Edge should have also started receiving the latest firmware update with security improvements.

Samsung’s December patch can be identified via the build version ending with BYKG. Even though it’s a security update, it weighs around 578MB. You may find nothing interesting in the changelog as there are no specific details.

Galaxy users receive fixes for 68 vulnerabilities with the latest patch. Earlier this month, Samsung dropped the details of this software. It has 11 One UI-specific improvements along with Google’s CVEs for the operating system.

The initial rollout has begun in South Korea, and a Global expansion is likely to follow soon. Keep an eye on the notification to install the new software. You can also check manually through Settings > Software update > Download and install.

One UI 8.5 Beta

Rumors say the One UI 8.5 Beta Program will kick off on December 8. However, some usual preparations are yet to be completed. That said, we may not see the Beta signups opening tomorrow, but it won’t be too late.

If the Monday launch is skipped, One UI 8.5 Beta may go live this week only, probably on Thursday. The internal testing is underway, and Samsung is frequently refreshing the Beta builds before it drops the first to the public.

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• Early taste of One UI 8.5: Five Samsung apps work on One UI 8 [Download]

Source – Samsung Community Korea

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Samsung is preparing One UI 8.5 Beta, and the release could be minimal. One UI 8 rollout is completed in November, and the entire focus has been shifted to the One UI 8.5 Beta, with the official version coming with the S26 series.

One UI 8.0 was released with the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7, and Samsung decided to revive x.5 iteration with the Galaxy S series. The flagship lineup was supposed to arrive with One UI 8.1 before the One UI 8.5 rumors surfaced.

Later, it was rumored that the One UI 8.5 will go through a Beta Program before its Stable release in 2026. It was originally planned to kick off in late November, but new rumors signal its arrival on December 8, 2025.

One UI 8 Beta was available for a wide range of Samsung devices; however, the One UI 8.5 Beta is unlikely to stay the same. The mid-cycle version’s Beta Program may be released for just the Galaxy S25 series in six or seven countries.

One UI 8.5 Beta may be limited to:

1. Galaxy S25
2. Galaxy S25 Plus
3. Galaxy S25 Ultra

Beta builds have already started to appear on the software server. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy S24 have also started internal testing. These flagship devices may directly receive the Stable update in the second quarter of next year.

One UI 8.5

Like One UI 8.0, the upcoming One UI 8.5 is also based on Android 16. Google has recently released Android 16 QPR2 update for Pixel phones. The company has termed it as a Minor SDK drop, promised earlier this year.

Build versions suggest Samsung has crafted the One UI 8.5 on the most updated version of Android 16. It will benefit Galaxy users with core Android upgrades and features that Google provided to its Pixel smartphone users.

The new software also debuts a brand-new user interface. One UI 8.5 is packed with a Glass UI-inspired blur application. Various apps and system popups have adopted this new design language to reinvent the Galaxy UX.

Source – SamMobile

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In Q3 2025, Samsung‘s latest Galaxy A series phone sold more than its flagship Galaxy S25 series globally. Samsung and Apple are currently the top smartphone makers, with each company selling five of the top 10 phones. But Q3 brought some interesting changes.

According to Counterpoints Research, Samsung’s Galaxy A36 was the most popular phone in the A series, reaching 7th place in global sales in Q3. Its sibling, the Galaxy A56, also made it into the top 10, coming in 8th. Other A-series phones, including Galaxy A16 5G, Galaxy 06, and Galaxy A16 4G, also made it into the top 10.

These mid-range phones are popular because they offer amazing features at a lower price. Samsung added new features like Awesome Intelligence, Best Face, and Nightography, which helped make these phones more appealing.

Image via Counterpoint

On the other side, the Galaxy S25 Ultra, which was a top-seller in the first two quarters of 2025, did not make it into the top 10 in Q3. It shows that even expensive flagship phones can lose sales when mid-range phones give buyers more value.

Aside from this, Apple remained at the top, with the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max holding the first three spots globally. While Apple dominates flagship phones, Samsung’s Galaxy A series is attracting customers who want the latest features at an affordable price.

The sales of Samsung phones in Q3 2025 clearly show that people are buying more mid-range phones. Samsung’s Galaxy A series proves that mid-range smartphones can be very successful, even beating high-end models like the Galaxy S25 globally.

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Counterpoint Research has published its latest market analysis report, revealing the top 10 best-selling phones in Q3 2025. The chart reveals that Samsung’s Galaxy S25 failed to repeat the edge S24 gained in the fight with the iPhone.

According to the report, Galaxy S25 was not in the top 10 selling phones in Q3 2025, while the iPhone led the chart. During the same period last year, Galaxy S24 was the only premium Samsung phone in the top 10 list.

Apple and Samsung captured five spots each in the top-10 list. The iPhone 16 led the market with 4% volume share, maintaining the first position for the third consecutive quarter. Sales of this device were boosted by Indian festive sales.

Galaxy A16 5G was the world’s best-selling Android phone in Q3 2025. It was followed by the Galaxy A06, A36, A56, and A16 LTE. No premium Samsung Galaxy smartphone managed to enter the top 10 chart.

Samsung’s Galaxy A series offers decent features at affordable pricing. That’s the sole reason the company puts additional focus on the lineup. Expanded AI features, modern hardware and longer software support push sales.

Despite the iPhone 17 release, the iPhone 16 series grabbed the top three positions. iPhone 17 Pro Max also secured the 10th spot on the chart. Galaxy A series won Samsung five slots in the top 10 chart in Q3 2025.

Apple’s new iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max gained sales momentum right after their release. Notable upgrades like triple 48MP sensors, ProRes RAW and GenLock, and an 8x optical-quality telephoto zoom are the key factors.

Top 10 were as follows:

1. iPhone 16
2. iPhone 16 Pro
3. iPhone 16 Pro Max
4. iPhone 16e
5. Galaxy A16 5G
6. Galaxy A06
7. Galaxy A36
8. Galaxy A56
9. Galaxy A16 4G
10. iPhone 17 Pro Max

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