Samsung’s leaked One UI 8.5 update could make it easier to see in the dark

    By Kobe Patrick
Published October 1, 2025

Tired of using your having to make space on your Samsung phone‘s lock screen? A leaked look at the next version of One UI might be ready to help.

What’s happened? According to leaked software information from SamMobile, Samsung’s next One UI 8.5 update will make add flashlight functionality to the Now bar.

Why is it important? Small interface changes like these may seem insignificant, but they’re more important than they look.

Why should I care? If you use a Samsung Galaxy phone with an up-to-date version of One UI, this update will make controlling your flashlight significantly easier when it lands.

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