Samsung Electronics has officially begun the rollout of One UI 8, introducing powerful multimodal AI, a user experience tailored to different device types, and smart, personalized suggestions aimed at making daily life more intuitive and convenient. Starting this week with the Galaxy S25 series, One UI 8 will expand to the Galaxy S24 series, Galaxy Z Fold6, Galaxy Z Flip6, Galaxy S24 FE, and other eligible models later this year.¹
Smarter Personalization with Stronger Privacy
One UI 8 is designed to adapt to individual user routines, offering context-aware, proactive suggestions throughout the day. As Galaxy AI continues to evolve, it also strengthens its commitment to privacy and security.
- Now Bar²: Shows real-time app activity and media playback progress on the Galaxy Z Flip’s FlexWindow, now supporting even more third-party apps.
- Now Brief³: Delivers tailored updates including traffic, reminders, and Samsung Moments — a new feature that helps users reflect on their day. It also provides personalized entertainment recommendations based on user interests.
- Galaxy Watch integration enables easy access to customized health insights.
Security is also getting a major upgrade:
- Knox Enhanced Encrypted Protection (KEEP)⁴: A next-gen security framework that creates encrypted, app-specific storage zones, ensuring apps only access their own data.
- Knox Matrix: Automatically signs users out of Samsung Accounts on compromised devices and sends alerts to other connected Galaxy devices.
- Upgraded Secure Wi-Fi: Uses post-quantum cryptography (PQC) to offer enhanced protection against emerging threats, even on public networks.
Multimodal AI That Adapts to You
Powered by multimodal AI, One UI 8 combines visual, auditory, and contextual intelligence to make using your device more seamless and natural.
- Gemini Live⁷: Lets users interact with AI in real-time based on what’s on the screen, eliminating the need to switch apps.
- Circle to Search with Google⁸: Helps during gameplay by identifying characters or providing strategies. Enhanced translation⁹ lets users see live translations of text across apps, including social media and news.
A UX Designed for Every Device
One UI 8 is optimized for various Galaxy form factors, ensuring a smooth and consistent experience whether you’re using a phone, tablet, or foldable.
- AI Results View: Keeps original content in view while showing AI-generated results in Split View or Floating View.
- Multi Window on Large Screens: Users can drag-and-drop AI-generated images and text directly into their workflow, enhancing productivity.
- Drawing Assist¹⁰ and Writing Assist¹¹: Streamline the creative process by allowing users to rearrange visual and written content with ease.
- Gemini Live on FlexWindow: Brings hands-free voice search and assistant functionality directly to the Galaxy Z Flip’s cover screen.¹²
- Audio Eraser¹³: Removes background noise — like wind or traffic — with a single tap in video or audio apps.
- Smart Clock Design¹⁴: Adapts its shape and font to your wallpaper, wrapping around faces or pets for better visibility and style customization.
- FlexWindow Customization¹⁵: Users can now receive curated wallpaper suggestions and adjust emojis, colors, and backgrounds.
AI Tools That Enhance Everyday Life
One UI 8 brings several creative and accessibility features:
- Portrait Studio¹⁶: Transforms pet photos into vibrant, studio-style portraits using AI.
- Call Captions: Converts spoken dialogue into text during phone calls — ideal for noisy environments.
- Interpreter¹⁷: Translates typed text in real-time, enabling smoother multilingual conversations.
With One UI 8, Samsung is pushing the boundaries of what AI can do on a smartphone — delivering a personalized, secure, and intelligent experience across its growing Galaxy ecosystem.
