One UI 8 Beta Rolling Out To More Users In Korea & UK, Indian Users To Get Beta Update Soon

By Shikhar Mehrotra • Updated On Aug 13, 2025

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According to a report by Android Authority, Samsung is rolling out the One UI 8 beta program to its older devices.
These include the Galaxy S24 series (including the flagship version) and its Galaxy Z Fold 6 / Flip 6 foldables.

Finally, more users are getting their hands on the One UI 8 Beta update. Initially, the update was only available to Galaxy S25 users, but now, the Korean tech giant has expanded the user base.

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Galaxy S24 & Galaxy Z Fold6/Flip6 Users Get One UI 8 Beta

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The One UI 8 Beta Program goes LIVE in UK for the Galaxy S24 Series

Build: S926BXXU9ZYH3/ S926BOXM9ZYH3/S926BXXU9CYH3

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According to a report by Android Authority, Samsung is rolling out the One UI 8 beta program to its older devices. These include the Galaxy S24 series (including the flagship version) and its Galaxy Z Fold 6 / Flip 6 foldables.

Size & Version Number

As mentioned in the report, the One UI 8 beta for Galaxy S24 occupies 3.2GB of storage space. Further, the version number is “S926BXXU9ZYH3/ S926BOXM9ZYH3/S926BXXU9CYH3.” The beta upgrade also brings with it a new security patch (August 1, 2025).

Compatibility With Unlocked Version

Currently, the update is rolling out to Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra beta users in Korea (the company’s native market) and the United Kingdom. However, it should also be available for eligible beta users in India and the United States in the coming days.

It’s worth mentioning here that the update is only rolling out for unlocked Galaxy S24 series variants, not the ones that are locked to carriers.

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One UI 8 Stable Update Is Presently Delayed

A couple of days ago, we reported on how Samsung has delayed the stable One UI 8 update to boost sales of its latest foldables. On the positive side, Samsung promised to release the One UI 8 beta for particular Galaxy S and Galaxy Z series handsets, and that is happening.

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Shikhar Mehrotra

Shikhar Mehrotra is a seasoned technology writer and reviewer with over five years of experience covering consumer tech across India and global markets. At Smartprix, he has authored more than 1,700 articles, including news stories, features, comparisons, and product reviews spanning automobiles, smartphones, chipsets, wearables, laptops, home appliances, and operating systems. Shikhar has reviewed flagship devices such as the iPhone 16, Galaxy S25+, and Sennheiser HD 505 Open-Ear headphones. He also contributes regularly to Smartprix’s growing automotive section.

With a deep understanding of both iOS and Android ecosystems, Shikhar specializes in daily tech news, how-to explainers, product comparisons, and in-depth reviews. His DSLR photography in product reviews is recognized as among the best on the team.

Before joining Smartprix, Shikhar wrote for leading publications including Forbes Advisor India, Republic World, and ScreenRant. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication from Amity University, Lucknow.

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