One UI 8.5 brings visual redesign and Quick Share compatible with iPhone

Galaxy S25 Ultra

Galaxy S25 Ultra - Photo: Reprodução/X

Samsung prepares the release of One UI 8.5 for the Galaxy S25 series with significant changes to the interface and functionalities. The leaked changelog for build S931BXXU9CZDN reveals an update that modernizes the system’s appearance and expands compatibility with Apple devices. The stable version is expected to reach users in the coming weeks, with initial distribution scheduled for the end of April on Coreia and Sul and international expansion soon after.

Interface gains more modern and fluid visual elements

One UI 8.5 introduces a significant visual overhaul with transparent blur effects and components that float on the screen. Essa approach, already implemented in the Galaxy S26 line, is now progressively reaching the S25 models. The redesign seeks to make navigation cleaner and more intuitive, adapting interface elements better to the content displayed.

Galaxy S25 FE. – Divulgação

The changes affect panels, notifications and settings screens, making the system visually lighter. Testes in beta indicates that the visuals have become more fluid in various daily use scenarios, improving the overall browsing experience. The redesign maintains functionality while offering users a more contemporary aesthetic.

Galaxy AI evolves with practical and efficient tools

The Galaxy AI suite receives additional functions that expand its capabilities. A new tool allows you to review the content of calls before answering, offering more control to the user. Outra expands the possibilities for editing images from text descriptions, making the process more intuitive and accessible.

Now Brief also evolves, starting to display more concise summaries of relevant information. Esses adjustments aim to make everyday life more efficient without requiring extra actions from the user. The AI ​​features were already in the testing phase in previous betas, and the stable version should maintain what worked well while correcting points reported by program participants.

Quick Share gains compatibility with Apple devices

The main highlight of the update is the Quick Share, which receives features bringing the AirDrop experience closer to the Apple. Agora allows you to share files more directly between Galaxy devices and iPhone, iPad or Mac devices, solving a common point of friction between Android and iOS users.

  • Suporte file transfer with Apple devices via Quick Share
  • Direct sharing Opção in native sharing panel
  • Melhoria in detecting nearby devices to facilitate connections
  • Possibilidade from sending app content like reminders and camera settings

Sharing occurs via the native sharing menu and does not require extra applications, working in both directions. Isso makes it easy to send and receive photos, videos and documents between different platforms. Essa capacity was already available in the S26 line, and the arrival at S25 represents an important step for those who live with mixed ecosystems.

Cronograma distribution and final preparations

Samsung has conducted multiple betas of One UI 8.5 for the Galaxy S25 series, with the tenth release bringing additional fixes and refinements. The leaked changelog suggests that the polishing work is advanced and close to completion. Fontes indicate that stable rollout may begin soon in some markets, with Sul’s Coreia receiving initial distribution.

Donos of Galaxy S25, S25 Plus, and S25 Ultra must receive the update via software configuration. It is recommended to make a backup before installing any new version. The leaked build does not represent the final product, and small adjustments may still occur before the official launch. The Galaxy S25 series continues to receive regular support, and One UI 8.5 represents another step in the line’s software evolution.

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