Samsung has announced new One UI beta program upgrades, and I’ve noticed something different in the One UI 8 banner preview that is part of the new announcement, which we haven’t seen in the past.

Before we begin, I want to emphasize that One UI 8 beta registrations aren’t open as of the time of writing this article, and this is a banner preview. It appears in the Samsung Members app for beta sign-ups and allowing you to enter the test program.

I’ve compared the new banner with its three predecessors, the latest has refreshed elements that focus on the visual advancements. The One UI 5, One UI 6, and One UI 7 banners are relatively similar, consisting of visual illustrations of the Samsung community.

However, that’s not the case with the new one; instead, it changed the entire outlook. For example, the background card design is detailed with new UI details. The following banner text content is the same (except for One UI 8 with Android 16), but the background color combination suits the theme.

It consists of different UI layers, such as the frosty background, new summary, cards, buttons, and more. Importantly, similar improvements are expected to come with One UI 8.

I’ve created a comparison between these banners, and you can check the difference. It may not look like a big deal, but we can’t rule out the fact that Samsung has tried a different perspective in its show-and-tell approach.

This also reminds me of the One UI 7’s software update settings page, which has increased visibility thanks to the new UI graphics inclusion.

This new UI is part of the broader beta program upgrade that Samsung just announced for users, simplifying sign-up and testing. The launch date for One UI 8’s beta program is still unknown, but it’s likely to start very soon.

Read more below.

Samsung launched a major beta program change ahead of One UI 8 (Android 16)

Google dropped some exciting news at I/O 2025, unveiling Android 16 and its slick new Live Updates feature, which is coming to Samsung phones with One UI 8 later this year.

Live Updates is all about showing ongoing activities on your lock screen, Always-On Display (AOD), notifications panel, or status bar. This feature is going to make your lock screen a lot more lively, coming with the One UI 8 update.

At I/O 2025, Google showed off a preview of Live Updates on the Galaxy S25 Ultra. For instance, imagine ordering food from Uber Eats and seeing the progress live: from the restaurant preparing the meal to the driver delivering at your door.

Beyond real-time updates, the Live Updates progress bar had five segments, each likely tied to a step in the delivery process, and there are handy buttons for calling, messaging, or tipping your driver right from the notification.

Google confirmed it’ll also work with navigation and ride-hailing apps. Google hinted that more app types could get support based on how developers use them. That said, it’s going to be a major upgrade over the Now Bar feature of One UI 7.

While we don’t have an exact release date for One UI 8, knowing Samsung’s track record, it’ll likely roll out around August or September. A Beta Program with massive procedure shifts is approaching Galaxy users, highly likely to launch in two weeks.

The company also teased that Live Updates will hit Galaxy Watches with a Wear OS update in late 2026. As a Samsung fan, I’m excited to see how the Android 16 Live Updates feature will make our phones and watches even more useful.

Image: Android 16 Live Updates | Via – 9to5Google

Samsung has started sending One UI Beta Program notifications to Galaxy smartphone users around the world. These notifications are being sent through the Samsung Members app and give users early information about the upcoming beta program.

The notification talks about changes in the beta process that will apply to One UI 8, One UI 8 Watch, and the App Beta. It also highlights a new dedicated space called Beta Program Home in the Samsung Members app.

The new section will show everything related to the beta program in one place. Users will be able to check updates, see if their phone is eligible, and join the beta program more easily.

Even if your device is not eligible for the beta, you might still see the notification. Samsung is sending it to all Galaxy users, but only supported devices will be allowed to join the actual beta program, based on Samsung’s software policy.

To check if you received the notification, open the Samsung Members app on your Galaxy device. Then, tap on the Inbox icon and open the first message at the top. This message gives all the important details about the beta program and how it will work.

This new notification is a sign that the One UI 8 Beta Program is coming soon. Make sure to keep an eye on the Samsung Members app if you’re interested in testing the latest features before the official release.

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Samsung unveils an all-new Beta Program Home for One UI 8, One UI 8 Watch and App Beta

Recently, Samsung revamped the Beta Program for One UI 8 Beta, including Watch Beta and App Beta, making participation simpler and more accessible. These changes are announced even before the One UI Beta Program debut for users.

Here’s what you need to know about the key changes and how they will impact your One UI Beta testing journey.

1. Samsung has streamlined the Beta Program registration to just two steps.

Now, you can join the Beta Program once and freely participate in or leave specific beta tests. This eliminates repetitive agreements for each device, saving time and effort.

Previously, users had to agree to the terms for every model they tested. The new process requires a single Terms and Conditions agreement when joining the Beta Program.

2. Samsung introduced a new “Beta Program Home” section in the Samsung Members app.

This dedicated Beta Program Home is always accessible, even outside active beta periods. It centralizes all beta-related activities for phones, watches, and apps.

You can access Beta Program Home in two ways: through the “Beta section” on the Samsung Members home screen or via a recruitment banner during active Beta tests.

In addition, the Beta Program Home includes a community space where testers can share insights and suggestions. This direct line to Samsung helps shape a better Galaxy experience.

You can submit feedback or report bugs through the Samsung Members app by:

• Select “Beta feedback > Send feedback.” This streamlined system ensures your input reaches Samsung, contributing to more reliable software updates.

One UI 8 Beta – When it’s coming

The revamped Beta Program aligns with Samsung’s goal to deliver a seamless user experience. These changes could expand Beta testing to more Galaxy products, offering a cohesive testing environment.

With One UI 8 Beta expected to start in late May or early June 2025, these changes make testing more accessible. The S25 series users will likely be the first to try One UI 8, followed by devices like the Z Fold6 and Z Flip6.

Samsung is getting ready to start the One UI 8 Beta Program for Galaxy devices. To make it easier for users to join and follow updates, Samsung has added a new section in the Samsung Members app called “Beta Program Home.” This new space is made just for Beta-related activities.

Beta Program Home

Beta Program Home is a special place where you can find all the information about Beta programs. It’s designed to help users easily see which Beta tests are available, join them, and share feedback. Whether you’re interested in trying the latest software for your phone, watch, or Samsung apps, this is the place to go.

Samsung has divided this Beta Program Home space into four main parts – One UI Beta, One UI Watch Beta, App Beta, and Beta Tips. Each section helps you explore what’s available and gives you details about the features being tested.

It is worth noting that you can only check the Beta tests that are open and available for your device, so you won’t see tests you can’t join.

One UI Beta Program

One UI Beta Program allows users to try new software features before they are officially released. Anyone can join, and it helps Samsung improve the software based on real feedback.

As a Beta user, you get to test the latest Android version and share your thoughts on how it works. Users’ feedback helps Samsung find bugs, improve performance, and make the final version more stable and user-friendly.

How to join the Beta Program

Ahead of the One UI 8 Beta release, Samsung makes it easy to join the Beta. For that, you just need to follow a few easy steps:

• First, open the Samsung Members app
• Go to Beta Program Home.
• If there is a Beta available for your device, it will be marked as “Open.”
• Tap on it, read the instructions and warnings carefully, and then tap the Join button.
• Once you’ve joined, the status will change to “Joined.”

After joining, you can go to the Beta detail page. There, you’ll find useful menus, announcements, and a Beta community where you can chat with other users. You can also submit feedback and suggestions directly to Samsung.

With Beta Program Home, Samsung makes it simple for users to test new features and help make Galaxy devices better. In addition, Samsung is notifying Galaxy users about this new Program Home space through a notice on the Samsung Members app.

Samsung is sending new One UI beta program notification for One UI 8 (Android 16)