I hope this helps someone about information about the UI update 8.5 for the Galaxy A36 5g T-Mobile
The One UI 8.5 update (expected early-to-mid 2026 based on Android 16) for the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G (T-Mobile) will bring enhanced AI-powered photo editing, improved Bixby with contextual awareness, and refined user interface elements. Key features include "keep editing" functionality, smarter Quick Share, and enhanced device security features like Theft Protection.
Expected Key Features of One UI 8.5 for Galaxy A36:
Enhanced Photo Assist: Allows continuous image editing (enlarging, moving, deleting elements) without saving after each change, allowing for a "keep editing" workflow.
AI & Bixby Improvements: Upgraded Bixby with conversational history and smarter device control, along with potential additions like Meeting Assist (real-time translation) and Social Composer.
UI Customization & Design: Further refinement of the user interface, potentially including revamped icons with a 3D effect and a customizable Quick Panel.
Security Upgrades: Enhanced device protection, including stricter "Failed Authentication Lock" and improved security against theft.
Better Connectivity: Advanced Quick Share functionality that proactively suggests contacts, and improved sharing capabilities within the Samsung ecosystem
The update is expected to arrive for the A36 series in early-to-mid 2026, following the release of the Galaxy S26 series.
I also have learned that Google updates are not issued at the same time for all models of Samsung phones different models can receive the updates at different times some monthly some quarterly, now I know why it took a long time to get the Google play service updates it was finally explained to me
