Shrishti Pandey
If you are using Galaxy S24, S24+ or S24 Ultra, then there is big news for you. Samsung has uploaded the test build of One UI 8 to its internal server in the US, which means that this update is now closer to release. The version number of this update is CYFB, and the build code has surfaced with names like S928USQU4CYFB/S928UOYN4CYFB. It is clear from this that the company has started testing the stable version.
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What's new in One UI 8?
One UI 8 is based on Android 16 and many smart and user-friendly features are going to be added to it. You will now see a preview when you press the back button, which is called "Predictive Back". Apart from this, multitasking will be easier, the interface of apps like file management app 'My Files' and 'Reminder' has also been made new and easy. You will also see changes in “Quick Share” and some Galaxy AI features like creating pet avatars and smart widgets can also be added in this update.
When will beta testing start?
You must be wondering when this update will reach your phone. For now, Samsung has started beta updates only in its flagship phones Galaxy S25 and Fold / Flip 7 series. But the appearance of CYFB build on the US server means that now beta testing of S24 series can also start very soon. It is expected that the beta version will be rolled out by early July 2025, and by the end of the year its stable version can also be available to users.
What should you do?
If you want to try the new features of One UI 8 first, then install the June 2025 security update on your phone and register for the beta program from the Samsung Members app. As soon as the update is available, you will get a notification and you will be able to experience it first.
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