- The One UI 8.5 update begins its global rollout, focusing on enhancing artificial intelligence in mobile phones and tablets.
- Advanced features include Circle to Search 3.0, Creative Studio, and full integration with Gemini.
- The update schedule starts on May 6 in Korea and will gradually reach Spain and the rest of Europe.
- Models from the Galaxy S24, S25 series, Tab S10 and S11 tablets, and the latest foldable phones are the main beneficiaries.
It seems Samsung doesn't want to leave anyone behind and has stepped on the gas with its custom interface. After its initial release on its latest devices, the South Korean company has confirmed that the Samsung One UI 8.5 update It's starting to show its hand in a huge number of devices, aiming to allow almost any user in the house to tinker with the latest technological marvels offered by the brand.
Although the official launch took place in Korea on May 6th, users in Spain are already eyeing the settings menus on their devices. The idea is that the rollout will be staggered in the European marketIt's arriving imminently to make the Galaxy ecosystem smarter and, above all, much more agile in everyday life without us having to do unnecessary juggling with the software.
The explosion of Galaxy AI and its creative features
The true driving force behind this change is, without a doubt, artificial intelligence. With One UI 8.5, tools that once seemed like science fiction are now natively integrated. For example, the new Creative Studio allows for visual editing This next-level tool replaces the old drawing assistant, allowing us to create images almost from scratch or retouch our photos with astonishing naturalness. Furthermore, the Photo Assist feature will lend a hand with intelligent suggestions to make our shots look like they were taken by a professional in the studio.
It's not all about visuals; sound also plays a starring role in this version. A feature called Audio Eraser has been included, which is perfect for... clean up unwanted noise in recordingsAnd the Bixby assistant has taken a considerable leap forward. It now understands natural language much better, allowing us to talk to our phones one-on-one without having to use robotic and cumbersome commands. Added to this is the integration of Gemini and the revamped Circle to Search 3.0, which now lets us search for multiple items at once on screen without messing up our hair or having to close the application we are using at that moment.
Mobile phones and tablets joining the party
What interests us all most is knowing if our device is on the list of those selected. Samsung has gone all out, and the update will reach the heavyweights of the last two years. Among the Models compatible with One UI 8.5 We found the entire Galaxy S25 and S24 family, including their FE versions, as well as the latest foldable Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7, along with their sixth-generation predecessors that have been so well received.
But don't worry, tablets aren't being left out of the lineup of new features. The Galaxy Tab S11 and Tab S10 series will also receive their share of improvements, transforming into true productivity powerhouses. Even some models in the Galaxy A range They will receive an adapted version of these features, dubbed Awesome Intelligence, to ensure that performance is fine and that no one feels excluded from this software revolution proposed by the firm.
Productivity and user interface tweaks
Beyond AI, daily use will be much more comfortable thanks to small but important visual adjustments. The Quick Panel has been redesigned so that we can Completely to our liking, and the animations now feel much more fluid and responsive when navigating through menus. If you're someone who uses their phone or tablet for work, you'll be happy to know that the "My Files" app now reads PDFs and TXT files natively, saving us from having to install external applications that only take up memory space.
Security hasn't been left to chance either, thanks to the robustness of Samsung Knox, which protects every corner of this new interface against potential threats. With the improved battery management And with much more refined multitasking on large and foldable screens, Samsung aims to create a seamless experience in any situation. It's important to pay close attention to system notifications in the coming weeks, because the arrival of these improvements in our region is now an unstoppable reality that will change the way we interact with our technology.
The arrival of this new software marks a turning point for those who own a device of the brand, since unifies artificial intelligence capabilities in virtually all recent high-end and upper mid-range models. With the rollout already underway, Spanish users will soon be able to enjoy a more stable system, improved productivity tools, and customization that allows them to adapt the device to their lifestyle without complications.
