Samsung Expands One UI 8 Beta Rollout
Introduction
Samsung has been making headlines recently with the rollout of their new One UI 8 beta, which comes with the highly anticipated Android 16. After facing some delays, the tech giant is finally making progress with the expansion of the beta to a wider range of devices.
Key Details
The One UI 8 beta was first released in November 2021, but was only available for the Galaxy S21 series. Now, Samsung is expanding the beta to include the Galaxy Note 20, Galaxy S20, and Galaxy Z Flip devices. This means more users will have the opportunity to test out the new features and improvements of the latest Android version before its official release.
Some of the key features of Android 16 include an updated user interface, improved privacy settings, and enhanced multitasking capabilities. With the One UI 8 beta, Samsung is also introducing new customizations and optimizations specifically for their devices, making the user experience even better.
Impact
This expanded beta rollout is a great opportunity for Samsung to gather valuable feedback from users and make any necessary changes before the official release. It also creates excitement and anticipation for the new Android version and showcases Samsung's commitment to continuously improve their devices.
For users, this means getting a sneak peek at the future of Android and being able to provide input for its development. It's
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Samsung
Samsung is a global technology powerhouse specializing in consumer electronics, semiconductors, and IT services. Founded in 1938 as a trading company, Samsung entered the electronics industry in 1969, initially producing black-and-white televisions. Over the ensuing decades, it expanded rapidly into semiconductors, telecommunications, and advanced technologies, establishing itself as a leader in innovation and manufacturing[5]. Today, Samsung Electronics, the flagship subsidiary, produces a wide range of products, including smartphones, TVs, refrigerators, memory chips (DRAM, NAND flash), mobile processors, OLED panels, and automotive electronics through its Harman division[3][7]. The company is renowned for its Galaxy smartphone series, including foldables and flagship models, maintaining strong market share by integrating AI capabilities across devices and expanding its ecosystem with new form factors like extended reality (XR) and TriFold devices[1][4]. Samsung consistently ranks among the world’s most valuable brands, holding 5th place globally for six consecutive years with a brand value of $90.5 billion in 2025. This recognition reflects its leadership in AI innovation, customer experience integration, and strategic investments in AI-related semiconductors[1]. The company aims to make AI accessible to 400 million Galaxy devices within the year, emphasizing democratization of AI technology[1]. Financially, Samsung Electronics reported consolidated sales of approximately 86 trillion Korean won and an operating profit of around 12.1 trillion won for Q3 2025, showcasing robust profitability despite market challenges[2]. The Mobile eXperience segment notably increased revenue and profit through efficient resource management and a flagship-first sales strategy[4]. Samsung also prioritizes sustainability, targeting net zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, increasing renewable energy use to 93.4% in key divisions, and incorporating recycled materials into 31% of plastic components as of 2024. It runs global e-waste collection programs to promote circular econom
