Samsung One UI 8 Beta Program Is Coming: Will It Fix What One UI 7 Broke?

Samsung Preps One UI 8 Beta: Could This Be the Fix Fans Have Been Waiting For?

Samsung appears to be gearing up for the launch of its One UI 8 beta program, even though the rollout of the Android 15-based One UI 7 isn’t yet fully complete—and let’s be honest, it hasn’t been the smoothest ride.

Users have spotted a banner in the Samsung Members app teasing the upcoming beta, signaling that sign-ups will be open soon. While there’s no official start date, this notification has already appeared for users in several regions, including South Korea, suggesting the announcement is imminent.

Samsung recently confirmed that One UI 8, based on Android 16, is set to launch this summer. That means beta testers might get their hands on the update within weeks. For many Galaxy device owners, especially those on the S23 and S24 series, One UI 8 is shaping up to be more than just another update—it’s potentially the version One UI 7 should’ve been.

While some praised One UI 7’s performance, others criticized it for slowing down devices and draining battery faster—issues particularly noticeable after the March 2025 Google Mobile Services changes. Users are hoping that One UI 8 brings smoother performance, AI-powered features, and improved battery efficiency.

Visually, One UI 7 drew comparisons to iOS, leading some to say Samsung is losing its identity. If One UI 8 delivers a cleaner, more refined experience while solving these functional problems, it could mark a return to form.

Keep an eye on the Samsung Members app if you’re eager to join the beta. If One UI 8 can address the growing list of user concerns—from UI lag to battery drain—it might just win back the hearts of longtime Galaxy fans.