Samsung accelerates preparations for the release of One UI 8 based on Android 16 also on the range Galaxy aconfirming the desire to extend software innovations even beyond flagships. After starting the Beta program for the Galaxy Z and Galaxy S series, the South Korean company is now preparing to involve the most popular mid -range models: Galaxy A54 And Galaxy A35.
On the official Samsung forum, both in India and in Korea, the first spaces dedicated to the One UI 8 Beta Programa signal that usually anticipates the actual release of the test packages by a few days. With the declared objective to make the beta available to all compatible devices by September 2025, the company seems perfectly in line with its roadmap.
One UI 8 Beta arriving on Galaxy A54 and A35
According to what emerged from the official forum, Samsung created the sections dedicated to Beta program of One UI 8 For the two smartphones. A move that usually anticipates the release within a few days. The novelty is not surprising: already at the beginning of August a Build of Android 16 for Galaxy A35 On Samsung servers, although the same has not been reported for the Galaxy A54.
The Beta rollout will bring users a taste of new features, including a Redested Quick Settings panelupdated Samsung applications, a multitasking experience improved with Advanced split-screenas well as support to Samsung Dex and further upgrades in terms of safety with Secure Folder (Personal area).
Samsung had already announced that all suitable devices would receive access to the program By September 2025. The appearance of the dedicated sections for Galaxy A54 and A35 confirms that the brand is in line with the promise made. This means that in the coming weeks the first users in India and Korea could download the beta, with a progressive enlargement to other markets.
For Samsung it is a strategic move: to bring the advanced features of One UI 8 Even in the mid -range it means consolidating the Galaxy ecosystem and users who do not necessarily choose a top of the range. With the arrival of Android 16, the Galaxy A54 and A35 therefore become not only market best sellers, but also privileged “guinea pigs” to test the evolution of Samsung’s software experience.
