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Samsung widely rolling out stable One UI 8.5 update, five months after the beta started Ben Schoon | May 11 2026 - 8:40 am PT | May 11 2026 - 8:40 am PT Samsung has gotten much faster at software updates over the past few years, but One UI 8.5 is an odd case, only now rolling out after over five mo… …
… At its core, though, this “Kids Edition” release is still just a Galaxy Tab A11+, so you can turn off those software features and remove the tablet from its case to keep using it as a standard Android tablet. That’s good news given the tablet has 7 years of Android OS and security updates. …
… If you’ve already picked up a Galaxy S26, you can check for software updates to look for AirDrop support. …
… Samsung follows the same pattern of releasing software updates in Korea and then in regions like the US, Europe, and more. …
… It’s way too early to say much for sure, as is very often the case with these early software leaks and manually enabled features. …
… It includes a ton of features, including Quick Share’s new AirDrop capabilities for the Galaxy S25 series. The Galaxy S25 has been waiting for its own version of One UI 8.5 since the S26 series launched, touting Samsung’s latest software. …
… There’s only so much control a brand like Motorola has over unstable component pricing, but if Motorola is going to leave its budget-friendly status behind and opt for devices pushing towards $2,000, it needs to back these prices up with a serious commitment to frequent, timely, and extended softwa… …
… For those users in Europe or India, keep an eye out for a new software build labeled version AZCF. …
… If you don’t see support for AirDrop, be sure to check your software updates to ensure you’re on the latest build. …
… Gemini Intelligence features on supported phones can be accessed via Android Auto “later this year.” Available features include Magic Cue replies and app automation, like for ordering food. Cars with Google built-in Android Automotive are getting the features mentioned above. …