The Samsung Galaxy S23 has been caught running the upcoming One UI 8, based on Android 16, in a recent leak. This sneak peek hints at what’s coming for Galaxy users in India and beyond with Samsung’s next big software update.
According to a post on Geekbench, shared by tipster Alfaturk, the Galaxy S23 was spotted testing One UI 8. This early sighting shows Samsung is already working on the update for its 2023 flagship, even as One UI 7 rolls out to many devices.
Early Testing Signals Fast Rollout
Samsung has started internal testing of One UI 8 on the Galaxy S23 series, including the US carrier variant. The device scored 1976 in single-core and 4888 in multi-core tests on Geekbench. These numbers are expected to improve as Samsung fine-tunes the software. This early testing suggests that Galaxy users might not have to wait long for the update.
Reports also hint that the One UI 8 Beta Program could kick off as early as late May 2025 or early June 2025. While beta testing may be limited to certain markets, Samsung is pushing hard to bring the latest features to its users.
What’s New in One UI 8?
Though full details are still under wraps, leaks reveal One UI 8 will bring small but impactful changes. Expect smoother animations, a refreshed Quick Share interface with separate send and receive tabs, and better privacy controls with a new Private Album feature in the Gallery app, similar to Google Photos’ Locked Folder.
There’s also talk of enhanced AI camera features like Portrait Studio and Audio Eraser for videos, making photo and video editing a breeze.
For Galaxy S23 users, this update promises to keep the device fresh with modern tweaks. Compared to One UI 7, which launched with Android 15, this version focuses on refining the user experience rather than a complete overhaul.
When Can You Get It?
While the official launch of One UI 8 might happen around July 2025, alongside new foldables like the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Z Fold 7, the beta could arrive sooner for testers.
Devices like the Galaxy S23, S24, and the upcoming S25 series are expected to be among the first to get it. Pricing or availability details for India aren’t out yet, but stay tuned for updates on when you can try this on your Galaxy S23.