Samsung has started rolling out the second One UI 8.5 beta update to its mid-range Galaxy A series in India. The update is now reaching the Galaxy A55, Galaxy A35, and Galaxy A36, continuing the company’s early Android 16 testing on non-flagship devices.
The rollout was first spotted by X user Tarun Vats, who shared the updated build numbers across all three devices. This marks a relatively quick follow-up to the initial beta release, suggesting Samsung is actively addressing early feedback.
Updated builds and rollout details
The new beta carries the following firmware versions:
- Galaxy A55: A556EXXUEZZDC
- Galaxy A35: A356EXXU9ZZD9
- Galaxy A36: A366EXXU8ZZD7
All three updates are based on One UI 8.5 running Android 16. File sizes vary depending on the device, with the Galaxy A35 package crossing 1GB, while the A36 update is notably smaller at around 647MB. The Galaxy A55 sits in between at roughly 484MB.
Each device also receives the April 5, 2026 Android security patch alongside the beta firmware.
Bug fixes take priority
This second beta doesn’t introduce any new visible features. Instead, Samsung is focusing on stability improvements and bug fixes reported in the first build.
Across all three models, the changelog highlights:
- Fixes for Bluetooth autoscan failing when entering the Bluetooth menu
- Improvements to lag and delay when pulling down the Quick Panel
- Resolution for UI overlap issues between message input fields and the navigation bar
- Fixes for System UI crashes or ANR (App Not Responding) issues after updates
The Galaxy A55 update includes a few additional camera-related fixes. These address inconsistencies between preview and captured images in “FUN mode,” as well as minor bugs tied to filters and macro shooting.
It’s a typical mid-cycle beta refresh. Stability first.
What it means for users
For beta users, this update should make daily usage more reliable. Issues like Bluetooth inconsistencies and UI lag directly impact everyday interactions, so their resolution matters more than adding new features at this stage.
Still, it remains a beta. Bugs may persist, and performance can fluctuate depending on usage patterns.
For non-beta users, this rollout signals that stable One UI 8.5 builds for these devices may not be far off. Samsung typically moves through a few beta iterations before pushing a public release.
The bigger question now is timing. If Samsung maintains this pace, mid-range devices could receive Android 16 earlier than expected—but whether that holds for global markets remains to be seen.
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