Galaxy S26 is here, but Samsung hasn’t forgotten the Galaxy S25’s software path

Source: Android Authority

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TL;DR

• One day after unveiling the Galaxy S26 series, Samsung released One UI 8.5 beta 6 for the Galaxy S25 series.
• The 568 MB firmware update (build ZZAO) is live in South Korea, India, and Germany, with the US and UK expected soon.
• The build includes the February 2026 security patch and fixes bugs in Bixby Labs, Gallery sketch features, and Now Bar cards.

Release Overview

Samsung announced the Galaxy S26 series and simultaneously launched One UI 8.5 in its stable form. While customers await the new hardware, Samsung is polishing the software for existing devices. Unexpectedly, a new One UI 8.5 beta 6 for the Galaxy S25 series rolled out the day after the S26 launch.

Tarun Vats reported on X that the beta, identified by firmware version ZZAO, is currently rolling out to owners in South Korea, India, and Germany. Following Samsung’s typical rollout pattern, the update should reach the UK and US shortly.

The ZZAO build is roughly 568 MB and includes the February 5, 2026 security patch.

Changelog & Bug Fixes

• Fixed an issue with Bixby > Labs > Create wake‑up phrase.
• Resolved duplicate “View Previous Image” buttons in the Gallery’s sketch conversion feature.
• Corrected text, icons, and AOD visibility for Now Bar/Now Brief recommendation cards.
• Fixed a forced‑close crash when changing camera area settings under Settings > Display.
• Fixed a lock‑screen style change in Basic mode under Modes and Routines.
• Improved animation for notification cards.

Additional, unlisted changes may appear; stay tuned for further updates.

What’s Next?

Try the latest beta and share your experience in the comments. Samsung will continue refining One UI 8.5, and we’ll keep an eye on any new features or fixes that emerge.