Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has officially launched One UI 8, a transformative update that integrates advanced multimodal AI, a user experience (UX) tailored to diverse device forms, and proactive, personalized features designed to simplify and enhance daily life. The rollout begins this week with the Galaxy S25 series, followed by the Galaxy S24 series, Galaxy Z Fold6, Galaxy Z Flip6, Galaxy S24 FE, and other eligible devices later this year.
One UI 8 redefines the Galaxy experience by leveraging context-aware AI to deliver personalized suggestions that align with users’ unique routines. As Galaxy AI grows smarter, it prioritizes privacy with robust security measures, ensuring sensitive data remains protected while anticipating user needs with seamless functionality.
A New Era of AI-Driven Experiences
One UI 8 introduces a suite of innovative features powered by multimodal AI, blending visual, auditory, and contextual intelligence to make everyday tasks intuitive and effortless. Key highlights include:
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Now Bar²: Displays real-time app activity and media player progress directly on the Galaxy Z Flip’s FlexWindow, now integrated with additional third-party apps for a more dynamic experience.
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Now Brief³: Offers personalized daily updates, including traffic alerts, key reminders, and Samsung Moments, enabling users to reflect on their routines. It also provides tailored music and video recommendations based on subscriptions and interests, alongside accessible wellness insights from Galaxy Watch.
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Gemini Live⁷: Enables natural, real-time AI interactions, understanding what users see or view without switching apps, and is now available hands-free on the Galaxy Z Flip’s FlexWindow as a personal assistant.
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Circle to Search with Google⁸: Enhances gaming and browsing by allowing users to circle on-screen elements for instant information, such as game strategies or character details, with links and videos for deeper exploration. Real-time translation capabilities display translated text as users scroll, ideal for news or social media.
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Audio Eraser¹³: Proactively removes unwanted background noise, like wind or traffic, with a single tap in video and audio apps, ensuring crystal-clear recordings.
Uncompromising Security for the AI Era
Samsung continues to lead in privacy with One UI 8’s advanced security architecture:
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Knox Enhanced Encrypted Protection (KEEP)⁴: Creates encrypted, app-specific storage environments via the Personal Data Engine (PDE)⁵, ensuring apps only access their own sensitive data.
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Knox Matrix⁶: Automatically signs devices out of Samsung accounts if significant risks are detected, sending notifications to connected Galaxy devices with guidance on protecting data.
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Upgraded Secure Wi-Fi with Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC): Introduces a cutting-edge cryptographic framework to safeguard network security, even on public networks, preserving user privacy against emerging threats.
Optimized UX for Every Galaxy Device
One UI 8 delivers a versatile UX tailored to the unique form factors of Galaxy smartphones and tablets, boosting productivity and efficiency. Notable features include:
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AI Results View: Displays AI-generated results in a split or floating view, keeping original content visible for seamless multitasking.
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Galaxy AI Optimized for Large Screens: Enables drag-and-drop functionality for AI-generated content, such as images and text, into workflows. Tools like Drawing Assist¹⁰ and Writing Assist¹¹ streamline creative processes.
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Customizable Clock Design¹⁴: Adapts to user backgrounds, wrapping around faces or contours for visibility without obstructing images, with adjustable font thickness, size, and color.
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FlexWindow Personalization¹⁵: Allows users to create custom backgrounds based on Gallery recommendations or curated selections, with customizable emoji and background colors.
Creative and Accessible AI Tools
One UI 8 empowers creativity and communication with features like:
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Portrait Studio¹⁶: Captures vivid pet expressions and generates artistic, studio-quality portraits.
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Call Captions and Interpreter¹⁷: Converts conversations to text in noisy environments and supports typed translations, making communication effortless.
A Step Toward AI Democratization
With One UI 8, Samsung advances its mission to democratize AI, bringing intelligent, personalized experiences to more users. By combining cutting-edge personalization, robust security, and a UX optimized for the Galaxy ecosystem, One UI 8 transforms how users interact with their devices, making technology more intuitive, secure, and tailored to individual needs.
