One UI 8.5: What to Expect for Samsung Galaxy Devices
Reporter: Dave Yehosua | Editor: retna Christa | Saturday 11-10-2025, 20:33 WIB
One UI 8.5 is on the horizon, poised to bring a wave of changes and improvements to samsung products, particularly the Galaxy series. While details are still emerging, anticipation is building regarding the features and enhancements this update will deliver.
According to SamMobi,One UI 8.5 is expected to focus on refining the user experience, boosting performance, and potentially introducing new AI-powered functionalities. Users can anticipate improvements to existing apps, a streamlined interface, and optimizations designed to enhance battery life.
Further details regarding specific features and a rollout schedule are expected to be announced by Samsung in the coming weeks.Galaxy users are encouraged to stay tuned for official updates and announcements.
One UI 8.5 to Bring Immersive weather Effects and Refreshed App Drawer to Samsung Galaxy Devices
One UI 8.5 will have an impact on Samsung products, especially the Galaxy series. –youtube
One UI 8.5 is set to enhance Samsung products, particularly the Galaxy series, with a focus on visual improvements. The update introduces a smooth frosted glass effect (frosted glass) and customizable color palettes that harmonize with the user’s wallpaper,creating a more elegant and dynamic aesthetic.
The weather effects are also receiving a meaningful upgrade, becoming more immersive. Samsung appears to be increasing visual depth through animated rain that realistically interacts with elements within the wallpaper.
In one video clip, water droplets can even be seen touching a cat in the photo, demonstrating the presence of a sophisticated depth mapping system (depth mapping).
On the app drawer side, One UI 8.5 introduces a new layout featuring a floating search bar at the bottom.Leaker Tarun Vats highlights a clear visual comparison, noting that the search bar is now smaller and appears to float.
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Samsung Hints at New Design Direction with Expanding search Bar, Confirms Foldable and XR Plans
Samsung is signaling a shift towards a lighter and more modern design aesthetic, as evidenced by a new feature currently in beta: an expanding search bar. When activated, the bar expands to reveal a full search view and retracts when closed. While the animation is still being refined, this change suggests a broader design evolution for the company.https://news.google.com/publications/CAAqBwgKMPPdqgwwgN63BA
This news comes alongside Samsung’s official confirmation that it will release the Galaxy Z Trifold and an Android XR headset this year.details on both devices remain limited, but the announcements demonstrate Samsung’s continued investment in innovative form factors and extended reality technologies.
Source: Various sources.