Samsung starts One UI 8 public beta for S24 series, Z Fold 6, Z Flip 6

Samsung has begun public testing of One UI 8, the Android 16-based update for its flagship devices, with early beta builds available to Galaxy S24 series owners and the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6. The beta is rolling out in South Korea and the United Kingdom, with the company signaling that expansion to the United States, India, and other markets is expected in the coming weeks. The initial beta packages are substantial, clocking in around 3.2 to 3.5 gigabytes, and include the August 1 security patch.

Enrollment for the beta is handled through Samsung’s Members app. Eligible users in the current regions should see a One UI 8 Beta Program banner on the app’s home screen, allowing them to register. After enrollment, the update will appear in the Software Update section of the device settings. Samsung has emphasized that the beta is intended for testing and that issues commonly associated with early software previews, such as bugs or performance hiccups, should be anticipated. The rollout is described as a staged process, with broader device coverage planned for September.

The first wave of devices eligible for the beta includes the Galaxy S24 series as well as the Galaxy Z Fold...