Samsung has just rolled out the One UI 8 Beta 2 update (build ZYF3) for the Galaxy S25 series, bringing fixes and minor enhancements. This release focuses on fixing bugs and stabilizing the software, making the S25 series smoother and more reliable.

The One UI 8 Beta 2 update is based on the Android 16 operating system, with a download size of 1,204 MB. It includes the June 2025 security patch, which ensures your Galaxy S25 device stays secure with the latest protections.

This article covers the update’s features, bug fixes, and details for Beta Program participants.

New Feature: User Feedback for Interpreter

One UI 8 Beta 2 update adds a user feedback feature to improve interpreter performance. This allows users to share input directly, helping Samsung refine the interpreter tool for better accuracy and usability in future updates.

Bug fixes for a smoother experience

Now Brief text alignment:

This update tackles several issues reported in the first beta. It fixes the Now Brief text alignment and resolves the morning briefing screen persisting longer than intended, ensuring a cleaner and more reliable user interface.

Battery Widget and Lock Screen:

The battery widget icon has been improved for better visibility. Additionally, the update fixes an issue where widget sizes on the lock screen increased unexpectedly, providing a more consistent and polished lock screen experience.

Fingerprint enhancements:

Intermittent fingerprint recognition failures and unlock errors have been addressed. The update ensures smoother and more reliable fingerprint authentication, making unlocking your Galaxy S25 faster and less prone to errors during daily use.

Secure Folder and Bluetooth Call Fixes:

File movement malfunctions in Secure Folder are now resolved with the second Beta update. The update also fixes an issue where the volume lowered during Bluetooth calls in vehicles, ensuring clear audio for calls made on the go.

Notification and Gaming improvements:

The update fixes a bug where no sound was heard when notifications arrived during gaming. This ensures uninterrupted gaming sessions with proper notification audio, enhancing the overall experience for Galaxy S25 gamers.

Galaxy AI and Gesture Navigation Fixes:

Non-functioning errors in Galaxy AI weather and time wallpapers are corrected. The update also resolves an issue preventing users from going back when gesture navigation is enabled, improving navigation reliability.

S Pen and Clock App Enhancements:

The Air Command icon no longer disappears (on Galaxy S25 Ultra) when the S Pen is detached. Additionally, the update fixes an issue where the alarm sound didn’t ring if the Clock app wasn’t updated post-beta.

App Updates and Software Stabilization:

The update includes software stabilization through enhancements to multiple apps, including the Camera app. These improvements optimize performance, reduce crashes, and ensure a smoother experience across the S25 series.

With the Beta 2 rollout, Samsung’s One UI 8 Beta is now available in Germany, India, Poland, South Korea, the UK, and the US.

Samsung is getting ready to release an Android 16-based stable One UI 8, which could include a really useful new feature, Trade-in Mode. This feature is designed to make it quicker and easier to trade in your old phone when you’re ready for an upgrade.

Usually, when you trade in a phone, technicians have to go through the full setup process before they can test the device. This takes time. But with Trade-in Mode, they can skip the setup and go directly to checking the phone. This means you can get your store credit or refund faster.

Trade-in Mode also has a built-in security feature. When the mode is turned on, the phone will automatically do a factory reset the next time it restarts. This factory reset erases all your personal data to make sure your information stays safe and private.

Even though this won’t change how your phone works every day, it’s a smart addition for when you’re ready to switch to a new device. And if you’ve ever had to wait too long during a trade-in, you’ll probably appreciate this time-saving feature

Currently, the trade-in mode is spotted on Android 16 by @Mishaal Rahman, and it is currently under development. There’s a possibility that Samsung might add it to Galaxy devices with a stable One UI 8 update.

Samsung allows Galaxy S25 series users to test One UI 8 features ahead of the stable release with the One UI Beta Program. The company will debut stable One UI 8 with the upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Galaxy Z Fold 7 smartphones, probably next month. Stay tuned for more information.

One UI 8 Beta 2 hits Galaxy S25 series in Germany, the US and UK – Here’s what’s new

It’s June 12, a big day for the Samsung Galaxy S25 series, as the One UI 8 Beta 2 update started rolling out. The software brings plenty of bug fixes and improvements, as well as adds a new feedback feature to Interpreter functionality.

One UI 8 Beta 2 update is now available for Galaxy S25 users in the US, UK, Germany, and South Korea. The update was initially dropped in South Korea, but Samsung’s quick expansion covered the rest three markets within an hour.

As expected, Samsung has also launched the One UI Beta Program in India and Poland. Both markets were excluded from the first wave last month. Since then, users have been eagerly waiting for the Beta 2 update’s rollout.

This release also marks the opening of more One UI 8 Beta slots. If you have missed joining the Program in the first wave, you can now proceed with registration. Act fast, as the slots would fill up fast, and you may miss the opportunity again.

Beta 2 brings more “slots”

To join the Beta Program, update the Samsung Members to the latest version. Get your Samsung Account signed in on your Galaxy device and open the Members app. Scroll down to the bottom and tap on the Beta Program banner.

Here, the simplified process now requires a single time consent to the Beta terms and conditions. The process would be seamless when Samsung drops the One UI 8 Watch Beta and App Beta for qualifying applications.

Once the enrollment is done, move to the Settings and check for Software updates. A new OTA should arrive in a few minutes of joining the Beta Program. Backup your data before starting the Beta download to avoid potential data loss.

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Samsung has now opened the One UI 8 Beta Program in Poland, following India. Users of six countries, including Germany, Korea, the UK, the US, India and Poland,  can now enjoy new features of One UI 8 ahead of the stable release.

One UI 8 introduces several new features, including enhanced security, productivity improvements, and better accessibility. While it’s not a huge update like One UI 7, it focuses on making existing features better and smoother.

Users of the Galaxy S25 series can currently participate in the One UI 8 Beta Program in Poland. They can identify the latest update through the One UI build version ending with ZYF3.

To join the beta program, just open the Samsung Members app on your phone. Go to the Beta Program section. If the beta is available for your device, it will show as “Open.” Tap on it, read the details and warnings, and then tap the “Join” button.

Once you join, your status will change to “Joined,” and you’ll be able to download the beta update. For that, just go to Settings >> Software Update >> Download and install to start the update. Before you install, make sure to connect your devices with Wi-Fi and back up your important data.

Aside from this, Samsung recently started rolling out the One UI 8 Beta 2 update for the Galaxy S25 series in the UK, the US, Korea, and Germany. It fixes several issues that users encountered in the previous beta.

One UI 8 Beta 2 hits Galaxy S25 series in Germany, the US and UK – Here’s what’s new

Following Korea, Samsung has started rolling out the One UI 8 Beta 2 update for the Galaxy S25 series in Germany, the US, and the UK. The fresh update mainly fixes issues that users encountered in the previous beta.

One UI 8 Beta 2 update for the Samsung Galaxy S25 series in the US, UK, and Germany can be identified via the build version ending with ZYF3. Users will have to download around a 1.2GB package to install the update.

What’s New in One UI 8 Beta 2

With the One UI 8 Beta 2 update, a new user feedback feature has been added to help improve interpretation performance. Also, some major issues have been addressed. Problems with the morning briefing screen appearing incorrectly and misaligned text have been fixed. The battery widget icon and lock screen widget size have also been improved.

Moreover, Samsung has fixed fingerprint unlock issues in Secure Folder, volume dropping during car Bluetooth calls, and missing notification sounds while gaming. Galaxy AI wallpapers for weather and time now work properly.

One UI 8 Beta 2 for Galaxy S25 (US)

Other fixes include gesture recognition problems, the Air Command icon disappearing when removing the S Pen, and errors while writing on Naver Blog. KakaoTalk notifications repeating and the clock’s alarm issues after the beta update have also been resolved.

The update also improves system stability by updating several apps, including the Camera app. It also fixes some minor issues spotted in the previous beta update.

Users in Germany, the US, and the UK can download the latest beta update if they have participated in the One UI 8 Beta Program. To install the update, open Settings >> Software Update >> Download and install.