A recent leak indicates that Samsung plans to launch a function in One UI 8.5 to combat unwanted notifications on Android devices. The feature, integrated into Assistência’s Dispositivo menu, will identify and suspend apps that send excessive advertisements. The new feature comes amid common user complaints about alert spam, promising a cleaner experience without manual interventions.
The update should arrive in January 2026, along the Galaxy S26 line, in Seul, in Coreia of Sul, to meet demands for greater control over invasive software.
- Main blocking modes: basic, for known apps, and smart, with local analysis.
- Benefits: battery saving and privacy preservation, without sending data to servers.
Smart lock operation
The tool operates by analyzing the content of notifications directly on the device, without relying on remote processing. Isso ensures that frequent advertising alerts are detected and the app goes into deep sleep, similar to the current power-saving mode.
Application developers need to allow notification settings, but One UI 8.5 ignores this limitation when acting on the system.
The official warning mentions that accuracy may vary, but internal testing indicates effectiveness in common spam scenarios.
Integration with device assistant
In the Assistência menu of Dispositivo, users will activate the option via advanced settings, with the feature disabled by default to avoid interference.
This expands the concept of suspending idle apps, focusing on abusive behavior such as repeated promotion submissions.
Revamped icon design
One UI 8.5 introduces icons with shadow and depth effects, creating a 3D look for the home screen.
Visual changes include automatic adaptation to dark mode, fixing inconsistencies in third-party icons.
Advances in artificial intelligence
Notification summaries summarize long messages or groups of conversations, eliminating the need to open apps.
The function, inspired by similar tools, processes texts locally to prioritize relevant content.
Improved energy saving
The Network Battery Saver restricts mobile networks and Wi-Fi during inactivity or sleep, prolonging autonomy.
Prioritization of essential alerts
Important notifications rise to the top list, filtering out irrelevant ad noise.
Private album on Galeria hides sensitive files with simple encryption.
Automatic call screening transcribes suspicious calls in real time, allowing remote decision-making.
Expanded Privacy Settings
Private Display limits lateral visibility of the screen, with adjustable opacity levels.
This uses adaptive pixel technology, ideal for shared environments.
Animations in the quick panel
Toggles like Wi-Fi and flashlight gain elastic effects, improving visual feedback.
AI agent support
Integration with Gemini and others allows for concise answers via the bottom search bar.
Return of pollen tracking
Weather app displays pollen levels by type, with icons coded by color and severity.
Improved NFC transfer
Quick Share launches via touch, using Wi-Fi Direct for faster file speeds.
One UI 8.5 refines elements like floating buttons with transparency, moving closer to fluid designs.