Samsung Galaxy A35 Users in India and Korea Gain Access to Android 16 Beta
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Seoul, south Korea – August 30, 2025, 18:30:00 KST – Samsung has initiated its one UI 8 Beta Program for Galaxy A35 owners in India and Korea, offering an early look at the forthcoming Android 16 operating system. This growth signals the company is on schedule to deliver beta access to all eligible devices by September 2025, as previously announced.
The rollout provides a crucial testing phase for the next generation of Samsung’s mobile software, allowing users to experience and provide feedback on new features before the official public release. This beta program is especially important as it extends access beyond developers to a wider user base, accelerating the identification and resolution of potential bugs and usability issues. The availability of the beta is currently limited to the Galaxy A35 in these two key markets,with no immediate indication of expansion to other devices like the Galaxy A54.
What’s New in One UI 8?
One UI 8 introduces a considerable suite of enhancements designed to refine the user experience across Samsung Galaxy devices. Key improvements include a entirely redesigned Fast Settings panel and updated Samsung applications, offering a more intuitive and efficient interface. Users will also benefit from an improved split-screen functionality, enhancing multitasking capabilities, and advancements to Samsung dex and Secure Folder, bolstering productivity and data security.
Key Features and Improvements
- Redesigned Quick Settings: A modernized interface for faster access to essential controls.
- Updated samsung Apps: Enhanced functionality and visual consistency across core Samsung applications.
- Improved Split-Screen: More seamless and versatile multitasking.
- Samsung DeX Enhancements: Further refinement of the desktop experience.
- Secure Folder Updates: Increased security and privacy features.
A extensive changelog detailing all new features and modifications is available here. The revelation of the beta version for the Galaxy A35 was initially reported by SamMobile, confirming Samsung’s progress towards the broader beta rollout.
