The beta Android 16 never landed on Galaxy A25. Samsung directly upgraded this phone to a stable Android 16 x One UI 8 firmware, which is why it’s late to receive it. This new update is unlocked for European A25 devices first, but don’t worry; other regions will grab the update soon.
Europe is among the first areas where Galaxy A25 is getting the stable Android 16 x One UI 8 update. This is just the start. This phenomenon will repeat in other regions. Pakistan is also on the list. SamMobile’s new report mentioned what we’ll see on the update.
It’s the usual set of upgrades we’ve been seeing on other devices. One UI 8 on Galaxy A25 is mostly a UI overhaul with some performance tweaks and barely any new features (except a few that are deployed by Google).
This new update probably has a September 2025 security patch as well. They switched the core system to Android 16, so the download package is quite hefty. Better stick to a WiFi network when installing the update for your Samsung new A model.
European users can discern the One UI 8 update by the firmware version A256BXXU8DYI8. That may look a bit different in other regions. Its Change Log should show you more details before you push the Download and Install button. Do make sure to read it first.
This new One UI version has a better redesigned Quick Panel. Its stock Files app has a better interface now. Samsung Reminder is given more categories and an option to minimize those categories. The Quick Share app is somewhat usable as it now opens in full-screen mode with a send and receive tab.
A25’s stock Weather app scored some new animations. Samsung has given a list of changes on the Download page. Pakistani Galaxy A25 users should keep an eye on the update as well. Go to Settings >> Software Updates and tap “Check for Update.” You’ll see a Download and Install button when the update is live, which you can tap to begin the installation process.
