After several months of uncertainty and test versions, Samsung has finally given the green light to the final version of One UI 8.5its long-awaited customization layer based on Android 16. It is true that the family Galaxy S26 had the privilege of releasing this software since its presentation, but the real news today is the expansion of the update to the rest of the South Korean firm's catalog.
If we analyze the changes in depth, we are not facing a radical redesign, but rather a conservative evolution designed to polish the daily experience. Among its most interesting new features we find: the advanced writing assistant on the keyboard, an aesthetic remodeling of the quick settings panel and an effort to improve connectivity through Quick Share.
The lucky terminals and the eternal punishment of the mid-range
True to its commercial customs, the manufacturer gives absolute priority to its flagships. The global distribution starts today in a staggered mannerand confirmed eligible devices are:
- Galaxy S25 series and its S25 FE variant.
- Galaxy S24 series and its S24 FE variant.
- The folding ones Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7.
- The folding ones Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6.
- Galaxy Tab S11 and Tab S10.
Despite the good initial pace for the wealthiest sector, the brand's software strategy once again shows a lack of tact with the majority of consumers. Today, the popular mid range remains trapped in an eternal program betaforcing millions of users who trust the cheapest models to be patient without an official calendar in sight.
It is a frustrating situation that is repeated year after year in the mobile industry, marking a clear division between those who pay a thousand euros and those who do not. Considering this evident gap in technical support, Do you think it is fair that users of economical terminals have to wait months for an update that already seems to be finished?
