Even Samsung’s 2023 best-seller is getting One UI 8.5 beta
Source: Android Authority
TL;DR
- Samsung is bringing the One UI 8.5 beta to its three‑year‑old budget phone.
- After the Galaxy A55, the beta is now open to the Galaxy A54.
- So far, reports indicate the rollout is limited to India.
After expanding the One UI 8.5 beta to the Galaxy A55 earlier this week, Samsung is also including its predecessor in the program. Tipster Tarun Vats noted in a post on X that the One UI 8.5 beta build is now rolling out to the Galaxy A54 in India. The rollout for the Galaxy A56 and A55 has so far been limited to Korea and India, and we’re still hoping Samsung will extend it to other regions such as the US, UK, and Germany, where the beta has already reached premium devices.
There’s no update on the beta’s availability for its companion, the Galaxy A34. However, we expect it to follow soon, since Samsung has already brought the Galaxy A36 and Galaxy A35 under the umbrella.
Among other devices, the beta is already available for most eligible flagships, including the three‑year‑old Galaxy S23 series. At this point, it seems like Samsung is just flexing its muscles.
How to join the One UI 8.5 beta on a Galaxy A54
- Open the Samsung Members app on your phone.
- Look for a banner at the top of the app. If no banner appears, scroll to the bottom where a section dedicated to beta updates is located.
- Tap the beta update section and register with your Samsung account.
Once your request is approved, the beta will be delivered like a regular OTA update. Samsung limits the number of spots for beta trials, so act swiftly to secure yours.