Samsung Rolls Out One UI 8 Update for Galaxy S24 Series in South Korea
Samsung has begun releasing the stable One UI 8 update for its Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra smartphones in South Korea, extending the software that debuted with the Galaxy S25 series earlier this month. The rollout marks a major step in Samsung’s update roadmap, with global availability expected in the coming days.
The new software brings several notable enhancements aimed at improving multitasking, productivity, and overall user experience. Among the highlights is a redesigned split-screen mode, which allows users to adjust app windows to ratios as skewed as 90:10. This feature gives greater flexibility for multitasking compared to the previous fixed layouts.
Samsung DeX has also received a significant revamp. The proprietary desktop environment is being replaced with a more standardized Android Desktop Mode, while still retaining essential features such as S-Pen support, wireless connectivity, and customizable layouts.
The Quick Share tool has been refined with a clearer interface, making it easier to differentiate between files being sent and received. Meanwhile, Portrait Studio has expanded its creative options, now supporting pets alongside humans, and offering filters such as Studio, Fisheye, Oil Painting, and 3D Cartoon.
Another key improvement is the upgraded Audio Eraser, which now works across a wider range of apps, including the voice recorder and Samsung Notes. This enhancement helps reduce unwanted background noise in recordings, resulting in clearer audio.
For now, the stable update is rolling out to non-beta users in South Korea, with beta participants expected to follow soon. While Samsung has not confirmed exact timelines for other regions, the rollout is expected to expand quickly to major markets including North America and Europe.
The One UI 8 update reflects Samsung’s efforts to deliver faster and more meaningful updates to its flagship devices. For Galaxy S24 series owners, the software promises smoother performance, creative tools, and greater customization, ensuring that last year’s flagships continue to remain competitive alongside the latest S25 lineup.
Users are advised to ensure their devices are charged and backed up before installing the update, which will appear as an over-the-air notification. Global S24 users are now eagerly awaiting the update’s arrival in their regions.
The new software brings several notable enhancements aimed at improving multitasking, productivity, and overall user experience. Among the highlights is a redesigned split-screen mode, which allows users to adjust app windows to ratios as skewed as 90:10. This feature gives greater flexibility for multitasking compared to the previous fixed layouts.
Samsung DeX has also received a significant revamp. The proprietary desktop environment is being replaced with a more standardized Android Desktop Mode, while still retaining essential features such as S-Pen support, wireless connectivity, and customizable layouts.
The Quick Share tool has been refined with a clearer interface, making it easier to differentiate between files being sent and received. Meanwhile, Portrait Studio has expanded its creative options, now supporting pets alongside humans, and offering filters such as Studio, Fisheye, Oil Painting, and 3D Cartoon.
Another key improvement is the upgraded Audio Eraser, which now works across a wider range of apps, including the voice recorder and Samsung Notes. This enhancement helps reduce unwanted background noise in recordings, resulting in clearer audio.
For now, the stable update is rolling out to non-beta users in South Korea, with beta participants expected to follow soon. While Samsung has not confirmed exact timelines for other regions, the rollout is expected to expand quickly to major markets including North America and Europe.
The One UI 8 update reflects Samsung’s efforts to deliver faster and more meaningful updates to its flagship devices. For Galaxy S24 series owners, the software promises smoother performance, creative tools, and greater customization, ensuring that last year’s flagships continue to remain competitive alongside the latest S25 lineup.
Users are advised to ensure their devices are charged and backed up before installing the update, which will appear as an over-the-air notification. Global S24 users are now eagerly awaiting the update’s arrival in their regions.