Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy Z Flip 6 Tipped to Get Android 16-Based One UI 8 Beta Next Week
Photo Credit: Samsung
One UI is Samsung's custom skin for the upcoming Android 16 operating system
Samsung commenced the rollout of its Android 16-based One UI 8 Beta for select markets in May but it was limited to the flagship Galaxy S25 series. Now, a tipster suggests that it could soon be available on the Galaxy S24, Galaxy Z Flip 6, and Galaxy Z Fold 6. Further, the South Korean tech conglomerate is also tipped to bring the Android 16-based beta programme to its older handsets like the Samsung Galaxy S22 and Galaxy Z Fold 4 in July.
Samsung Galaxy One UI 8 Beta
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), tipster @Tonysamsunglove shared details about the One UI 8 Beta. The Samsung Galaxy S24 series is expected to be among the first devices to get the beta update next week, alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and the Galaxy Z Flip 6.
By the end of this month, the beta update is also tipped to be expanded to the Galaxy S23 series, Galaxy Z Fold 5, and the Galaxy Z Flip 5. The tipster claims that Samsung will bring several of its older models under the One UI 8 Beta programme too. This includes the Samsung Galaxy S22 series, Galaxy Z Fold 4, and the Galaxy Z Flip 4.
The following devices are expected to get the One UI 8 Beta update in the coming weeks:
| Release Timeline | Models |
|---|---|
| Next Week | Samsung Galaxy S24 Series, Samsung Galaxy Fold 6, Samsung Galaxy Flip 6 |
| End of June | Samsung Galaxy S23 Series, Samsung Galaxy Fold 5, Samsung Galaxy Flip 5 |
| Early July | Samsung Galaxy S22 Series, Samsung Galaxy Fold 4, Samsung Galaxy Flip 4 |
As per Samsung, the One UI 8 Beta programme is currently available in 36 countries including India, the US, and South Korea. Users can sign up for the beta programme via the Samsung Members app. However, the availability of features may vary depending on the country or region, as per the tech giant.
- Redmi A4 5G Gets a New RAM and Storage Variant in India
- Apple's 20th Anniversary iPhone Might Sport a Hidden Camera and Face ID
- Oppo K13x 5G With 6,000mAh Battery Launched in India: See Price
The Android 16-based One UI 8 is likely to be rolled out later this year and may be available out-of-the-box on Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7, which are rumoured to be launched at a Galaxy Unpacked event in July.
Samsung Galaxy S25
- REVIEW
- KEY SPECS
- NEWS
- Good
- Compact and excellent aesthetics
- Top-notch display
- AI features loaded
- One UI 7 brings nice updates
- Decent cameras
- Bad
- 25W fast-charging limit
- Expensive (base price)
Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy Z Flip 6 Tipped to Get Android 16-Based One UI 8 Beta Next Week- Samsung Galaxy S25 FE Renders Leak Online, Suggesting Familiar Design With Thinner Bezels
- Samsung Rolls Out One UI 8 Beta 2 Update for Galaxy S25 Series in Select Countries
- Perplexity Could be Default AI Assistant on Samsung Galaxy S26 as Part of 'Wide-Ranging' Deal: Report
Samsung Galaxy S24
- REVIEW
- KEY SPECS
- NEWS
- Good
- Compact design
- Vibrant 120Hz display
- Capable processor
- Good overall camera performance
- Bad
- Average battery life
- Recycled design
- AI features free till 2025
- Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy Z Flip 6 Tipped to Get Android 16-Based One UI 8 Beta Next Week
- Top Smartphones Under Rs 50,000 in India (June 2025): Samsung Galaxy S24, OnePlus 13R, Motorola Razr 60
- Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, Galaxy S24 Price Lowered on Amazon With Discounts, Cashback Offers
- Samsung Galaxy S25 FE Arrives on Geekbench; US Model Could Feature Exynos 2400 Chipset
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
- REVIEW
- KEY SPECS
- NEWS
- Good
- Overall refinements
- Offers a bunch of useful AI features
- Excellent displays (main and cover)
- IP48 protection
- 7 years of Android software updates
- Bad
- Very expensive
- Cameras could have been better
- Still stuck at 25W charging
- Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy Z Flip 6 Tipped to Get Android 16-Based One UI 8 Beta Next Week
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Leaked Renders Hint at Design Changes; Storage Options Tipped
- Samsung Galaxy Unpacked Event for Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7 Tipped to Take Place on July 9
- Samsung's Upcoming Running Events Reportedly Hint at Galaxy Z Fold 7, Flip 7 and Watch 8 Series Launch Timeline
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6
- REVIEW
- KEY SPECS
- NEWS
- Good
- Base 12GB RAM
- Improved primary camera
- Useful AI features
- 7 years of software support
- Bad
- Expensive
- Cover screen still has limited controls
- Average battery life
- Wired charging is still locked at 25W
- Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy Z Flip 6 Tipped to Get Android 16-Based One UI 8 Beta Next Week
- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 Leaked Renders Suggest Edge-to-Edge Cover Display
- Samsung's Upcoming Running Events Reportedly Hint at Galaxy Z Fold 7, Flip 7 and Watch 8 Series Launch Timeline
- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip FE Price, Storage Options Leaked Again; Here's How Much It Could Cost
Samsung Galaxy S23
- REVIEW
- KEY SPECS
- NEWS
- Good
- Compact design that?s hard to beat
- Long-term software update commitment
- Good performance, effective heat management
- All-day battery life
- IP68 rated
- Bad
- Only minor design changes
- Relatively slow charging
- Samsung Galaxy S24, Galaxy Z Flip 6 Tipped to Get Android 16-Based One UI 8 Beta Next Week
- Samsung Galaxy S24 Series, Galaxy Z Fold 6 Users Report Battery Drain Issue Following One UI 7 Update
- Samsung Galaxy S23 Series Reportedly Receiving Stable One UI 7 Update in India
- Samsung Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+, Galaxy S23 Ultra Receiving One UI 7 Beta in India
For the latest tech news and reviews, follow Gadgets 360 on X, Facebook, WhatsApp, Threads and Google News. For the latest videos on gadgets and tech, subscribe to our YouTube channel. If you want to know everything about top influencers, follow our in-house Who'sThat360 on Instagram and YouTube.
Related Stories
-
Samsung Galaxy Watch to Get Bedtime Guidance, Vascular Load Features With One UI 8 Watch Update17 June 2025
-
Samsung Rolls Out One UI 8 Beta 2 Update for Galaxy S25 Series in Select Countries12 June 2025
-
Samsung Tipped to Bring Max Boost and Other Game Booster Features With One UI 830 May 2025
-
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7 to Debut With Android 16-Based One UI 829 May 2025
-
Samsung Rolls Out First One UI 8 Beta Update for Galaxy S25 Series in Select Countries: Eligibility, Features28 May 2025
