After a long wait of almost two weeks, Galaxy S25 series users in India have finally started receiving the One UI 8 beta update. Samsung launched this beta version in late May, but it was initially limited to only a few select countries like the US, United Kingdom, Germany, and South Korea. Now, the update is expanding to new regions like India along with the second beta phase.
This beta update for Galaxy S25 in India comes with the build number ZYF3, which is available on all three variants – Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra. If you were eagerly waiting for this update, now is the best chance for you to experience it.
Samsung has started rolling out the One UI 8 beta update for its Galaxy S25 series in India. The update comes with different build versions for different models, as detailed below:
- Galaxy S25 – Build version: S931BXXU4ZYF3
- Galaxy S25 Plus – Build version: S936BXXU4ZYF3
- Galaxy S25 Ultra – Build version: S938BXXU4ZYF3
This beta update gives users a glimpse of the new features and experiences of One UI 8, which will be launched as a stable version in the coming time.
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How to participate in the One UI 8 beta program?
The process of joining the beta program is quite simple as always. First, update the Samsung Members app on your device to the latest version and open the app. Make sure you are logged in with your Samsung account. After this, you will see a notification related to the One UI 8 beta program in the app. Tap on the banner given in it and register to participate in the beta after reading the required information.
After the registration is complete, go to the Settings > Software Update section of your phone. There you will find the new One UI 8 beta version available for download. Remember to back up your device before installing the beta to avoid any data loss.
One UI 8 is Samsung’s next major operating system update based on Android 16. It offers smoother animations, better performance, and a more advanced user interface experience, taking Samsung devices to a new level.
One UI 8 seems more refined and user-friendly than the previous version i.e. One UI 7. Many users may want to join the beta directly, as this version is now almost close to a stable release. According to reports, there is very little chance of major bugs in it and battery performance also seems to be better than before. Still, if you are a casual user and prioritize the stability of your phone, then waiting for the stable One UI 8 version would be a wise decision.
