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Samsung rolls out AI-powered One UI 8.5 to budget Galaxy phones

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Samsung is expanding its One UI 8.5 update, which includes new AI features, to a wider range of its Galaxy phones, including budget models like the A07 5G and mid-range devices such as the M55. The update brings a refreshed interface, enhanced camera filters, and an upgraded Bixby powered by Perplexity AI. Additionally, Samsung may soon bring advanced AI notification tools, like Priority and Summarize Notifications, from the Galaxy S26 to the Galaxy S25 series. AI

IMPACT Expands access to AI-powered features on mid-range and budget smartphones, potentially increasing user adoption and familiarity with on-device AI.

RANK_REASON This is a software update for existing consumer devices, not a new frontier model release or significant industry shift.

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Samsung rolls out AI-powered One UI 8.5 to budget Galaxy phones

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COVERAGE [1]

  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Janhoi McGregor, Senior Contributor ·

    Samsung Releases Free Upgrades To Millions More Galaxy Phones

    Samsung's One UI 8.5 rollout has reached some of its cheapest Galaxy phones, and more Galaxy S26 features could be heading to the Galaxy S25 series too.

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