Samsung has officially launched its One UI 8 beta program, and you can sign up to be among the first to test it out -- if you have a compatible device.

The Samsung Reminder app in One UI 8 has a completely redesigned homepage and some much-needed functionality improvements.

One UI 8 beta open for Galaxy S25 with Android 16, enhancing Samsung features. New animations for notifications and app openings in ZYES version of One UI 8 beta. Samsung prioritizing visual polish with new animations in upcoming beta build.

Game Booster app in One UI 8 mentions a Respawn Timer which may let a user know when they can join the game again.

The One UI 8 beta also features some major improvements to the Secure folder, including a much-needed Kill Switch. The folder will also behave more like Android’s Private Space features, meaning you can store apps in the folder without a copy being kept on the rest of your phone.

Samsung's Now Bar in One UI 7 lacked direction, but updates like Google Sports and better notifications have enhanced its functionality. The Now Bar already offers key features like media player and voice recorder integration, and could see more upgrades before the One UI 8 launch.

One UI 8 introduces a new alarm group widget and makes alarm groups much easier to handle. Check out the changes coming to Samsung phones!