Samsung is making progress with internal testing of its upcoming One UI 8 software for the Galaxy S25 series. Just recently, a new beta build, ZYEF, has been spotted, which shows off some small but exciting animation changes in One UI 8.

A reliable tipster @DevOfIpos managed to get this latest beta build on a Galaxy device and shared some interesting details. The new build brings smoother and more refined animations, especially in the Quick Panel and Notification Panel.

It shows that the One UI 8 update will improve the animation and provide a smoother experience. You can check the animation changes with the new beta internal testing below.

Quick Panel Toggle Animation Effect 

In the new One UI 8 beta build, Samsung has added a fresh animation effect when you open the Quick Panel toggle menu (the menu where you turn on things like Wi-Fi or Bluetooth). The new animation feels smoother and gives the interface a more polished look.

One UI 8 (ZYEF): Adds a new animation effect when opening quick panel toggle menus. A small touch, but it makes the UI feel smoother and more refined. pic.twitter.com/MURHF1wBOu

— Tarun Vats (@tarunvats33) May 13, 2025

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New Notification Opening Animation

Another change that has been spotted in the new One UI 8 internal testing build is the way notifications open. When you tap a notification from the Notification Panel, it now opens with a smoother animation, which makes the user experience feel more fluid and modern.

New notification opening animation from One Ui 8 Build ZYEF pic.twitter.com/1z2DBwYUxZ

— IposDev (@DevOfIpos) May 13, 2025

These changes seem small, but they make the phone feel faster and more enjoyable to use. Since this is still an early beta build, Samsung may add more improvements in the future.

Samsung’s One UI 8 Beta Program might start around the third week of May 2025. So, beta testers could soon get to try these new animations and features for themselves.

Samsung preps Public Beta with ongoing One UI 8 internal testing on Galaxy S25

Along with the stable One UI 7 rollout, Samsung is preparing for One UI 8 Beta internally for Galaxy devices. Rumors indicate that the beta program might start in the third week of May 2025. New information also hints that the One UI 8 Public Beta Program for the Galaxy S25 series might start earlier than expected.

A reliable tipster has just spotted a new One UI 8 Beta build for the Galaxy S25 series, indicating that Samsung is actively working on the next iteration. The new build, S938BXXU3ZYEF, shows that internal testing is underway for the global variant of the Galaxy S25 Ultra.

Last week, the first One UI 8 Beta testing build for the Galaxy S25 series was surfaced online with a version ending in ZYEA. The shift from that build to the new one suggests that Samsung is quickly progressing with internal beta testing for the Galaxy S25 series.

Once internal testing is complete, Samsung is expected to open the One UI 8 Public Beta Program for the Galaxy S25 series, along with other eligible devices. This program allows Galaxy users to try out new features before the official release.

Some rumors also suggest that Samsung might start the One UI 8 Beta Program in the third week of May 2025. Initially, it will reportedly be available to a limited number of Galaxy users in select countries.

However, Samsung has not officially confirmed this, so we can take this information with a pinch of salt. This time, with One UI 8, we can expect no delays compared to One UI 7, as Samsung appears to be moving quickly with internal testing.

Samsung One UI 8 Beta Program could start in May 2025

Samsung is working on a new feature that could make it easier to check your Now Brief updates. The company appears to be developing an audio version of Now Brief with Samsung’s One UI 8.

A recent app teardown by AssembleDebug (via Android Authority) shows that a new “Listen Brief” button may be on the way. This feature would allow users to listen to their daily summaries instead of reading them.

The Now Brief feature was introduced with the Galaxy S25 series. It gives a summary of your day, including weather updates, calendar events, traffic information, and news. It’s shown at different times during the day, like in the morning, afternoon, or evening.

Right now, it’s only available in text form, but the new Listen Brief could offer an audio version. The leaked information shows that you’ll be able to control the audio with play, pause, and stop buttons. You might also get to choose between Samsung and Google’s text-to-speech voice.

Credit – Samsung

This can be very useful for people who are busy or on the go, like while driving. It also makes the feature easier to use for people with visual impairments or those who prefer listening over reading.

However, not everyone has been happy with Now Brief. Some users have said it feels too basic. Users think it’s just a simple weather and news app and would like to see more features like sports scores, email updates, or package tracking.

Several users hope Samsung will add more helpful tools in One UI 8, one of which might be Listen Brief. Stay tuned for more information.

One UI 8 expands lock screen clock font directory [Gallery]

Samsung has launched its slimmest Galaxy S phone ever, the Galaxy S25 Edge. Announced today, this phone looks stylish and stronger, thanks to its titanium frame and Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2. But what really stands out is the long software updates support Samsung is offering to the Galaxy S25 Edge.

The Galaxy S25 Edge will get 7 years of major Android updates. It starts with Android 15 and One UI 7.0, and will receive updates all the way up to Android 22 and One UI 14. That means users can enjoy the latest Android features for years without needing to buy a new phone.

Along with Android updates, Samsung will also give 7 years of security updates. These updates help keep your phone secure and will likely come every month for at least the first four years.

The Galaxy S25 Edge is a great choice if you want a phone that stays up to date and secure for a long time. In addition to this, other premium, latest Galaxy phones also feature 7 years of Android OS and security updates.

Moreover, the Galaxy S25 Edge also includes smart features powered by Galaxy AI, like Audio Eraser, which removes background noise from videos, and Drawing Assist, which helps with sketches and notes. It shares the same software experience as the other models of the Galaxy S25 series

With its slim design, powerful features, and promise of 7 years of updates, the Galaxy S25 Edge is built to last. It’s a great pick for anyone who wants a phone that has a sleek design and stays that way for many years.

[Unboxing] Meet the sleek and powerful Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge

Samsung has started expanding an Android 15-based One UI 7 update for more Galaxy S21 FE users. This update is currently rolling out for users in Europe and some countries in Asia, including India and Indonesia. The company will soon make it available to more countries.

One UI 7 update for Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is live for both Snapdragon and Exynos models in Europe and Asia. Users will have to download around 3.5GB package to install the update. You can check the latest software version through the One UI build version given below.

• Snapdragon – G990B2XXUBHYDB
• Exynos – G990EXXUDGYD4

Based on Android 15, One UI 7 arrives with many much-awaited changes, including a vertical scrolling app drawer, redesigned icons, better widget customization options, larger home screen folders, and a new user interface.

Image via SammyFans

Additionally, the update brings new designs for various apps, which further improve the overall look and feel of the system. The update installs the April 2025 security patch to improve system security.

It is a gradual rollout, so it may take some hours or days to reach all countries’ Galaxy S21 FE models. Users are advised to install the update promptly to benefit from the new and improved features. For those who have not received an update notification, the update can be manually checked and installed.

To install the update, open the smartphone’s settings, select ‘Software Update’, and then ‘Download and install’. Following these steps will ensure that your Galaxy smartphone is up-to-date with the latest features.