One UI 8 (from Samsung) Featres

Here are some of the key features in One UI 8 (from Samsung) — useful if you’re wondering what’s new with this update.

Major new capabilities

1. Multimodal AI & smarter suggestions

  • One UI 8 introduces improved AI features — for example: Gemini Live lets you get help from your device in real-time (what you’re seeing or watching) without jumping between apps.
  • The update adapts suggestions based on your context: your routines, health data (from a watch), reminders, media preferences, etc.
  • For example, a feature called Circle to Search (with Google Lens-like use) allows you to circle something on screen (e.g., in a game) and get relevant info + translation.

2. Enhanced security & privacy

  • A new architecture called KEEP (Knox Enhanced Encrypted Protection) ensures each app has its own encrypted storage environment, limiting cross-app access to sensitive data.
  • Knox Matrix can sign your device out of your Samsung Account if serious risk is detected (e.g., tampering) and send alerts across connected Galaxy devices.
  • Improved Wi-Fi security: a “Secure Wi-Fi” feature with post-quantum cryptography (PQC) to protect your privacy on public networks.

3. UI & device-form-factor optimisations

  • One UI 8 is built to adapt better across phones, tablets and foldables: e.g., for large screens, you get improved multitasking (drag/drop of AI-generated content, split/floating windows).
  • On devices like foldables, there are special enhancements (e.g., cover display improvements) for the unique form-factor.
  • Navigation improvements: e.g., “Back Swipe Preview” (when you swipe to go back, it shows a preview of the previous window) and refreshed Quick Panel layout.

4. App & system enhancements

  • Reminder app: redesigned with categories, templates, easier voice input and drag-drop scheduling.
  • Improved file sharing: Quick Share gets a refined interface (Send / Receive tabs) for easier sharing.
  • Accessibility & communication: New features like real-time call captions, real-time text (RTT) for calls, translation tools.
  • Creative & media tools: For example, an “Audio Eraser” that can remove background noise in videos with a single tap.

Things to be aware of

  • Roll-out: One UI 8 started with the Galaxy S25 series and will expand to S24, Z Fold6, Z Flip6, etc.
  • Device-specific: Some features may only be active on certain models (especially foldables / high end) due to hardware requirements.
  • Some user feedback mentions minor bugs or design changes people find less optimal (e.g., widget sizing, customisability) based on early installs.

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