Samsung continues to delay the stable rollout of its much-awaited One UI 8 update based on Android 16, instead releasing yet another beta build for Galaxy S25 users.
The company has now launched the seventh beta version for the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra in Germany, South Korea, the UK, and India.
The latest update, identified with the ZYI3 build number, brings several important bug fixes. Among them is a solution for a Bluetooth sound issue, three separate fixes for lock screen glitches (including clock stuttering), a fix for a font application error, and another that corrects thin UI element rendering. These improvements aim to smooth out the user experience as Samsung prepares for the stable release.
The update weighs in at around 600MB and still carries the September 1, 2025 security patch, just like the previous beta. While leaks suggest that the final stable version of One UI 8 may arrive later this month, Samsung has yet to confirm an official release timeline. With the extended beta phase now on its seventh build, users remain cautious about when the update will actually land.
The Galaxy S25 series, Samsung’s latest flagship lineup, remains a strong performer in global markets. Pricing varies across configurations:
Galaxy S25: 128GB + 12GB RAM ($699.99 / €572), 256GB + 12GB RAM ($579.99 / €640.99)
Galaxy S25+: 256GB + 12GB RAM ($566 / €755), 512GB + 12GB RAM ($849.97 / €840.49)
Galaxy S25 Ultra: 256GB + 12GB RAM ($840 / €890), 512GB + 12GB RAM ($929.99 / €1,020.22)
With One UI 8, Samsung is expected to bring refined animations, enhanced customization features, and tighter integration with Galaxy AI tools, making it one of the most significant updates in recent years. Until the stable release arrives, however, Galaxy S25 owners will need to rely on beta builds for a glimpse of Android 16 on Samsung’s premium smartphones.