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Samsung S26 Ultra: What's New in One UI 8.5

•February 25, 2026
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XDA Developers
XDA Developers•Feb 25, 2026

Why It Matters

The AI‑centric features deepen Samsung’s software moat, boosting user convenience and keeping the S26 Ultra competitive against rivals that rely on similar generative tools.

Key Takeaways

  • •Nudges AI suggests context‑aware replies and info instantly
  • •Creative Studio generates custom sticker packs from simple text prompts
  • •Photo Assist adds AI‑generated elements to images via natural language
  • •Audio Eraser now removes background noise across all video apps
  • •Call screening mimics Pixel, auto‑filters suspicious calls on S26

Summary

Samsung’s latest One UI 8.5 rollout for the Galaxy S26 Ultra focuses on AI‑driven productivity and creativity tools, expanding the software’s role beyond hardware upgrades.

The update introduces five headline features: Nudges, an on‑device AI that offers contextual reply suggestions; Creative Studio, which builds custom sticker packs from user prompts; Photo Assist, allowing users to insert AI‑generated objects into photos; Audio Eraser, now extended to all video apps for isolating vocals or commentary; and a Pixel‑style call‑screening system that can automatically divert suspected spam calls.

Demonstrations include a dancing‑panda sticker generated in Creative Studio and a similar panda added to a photo via Photo Assist, echoing the generative‑AI tricks popularized by Google’s Pixel. The call‑screening option mirrors Google’s AI‑powered screening, giving Samsung users a comparable defense against robocalls.

By embedding generative AI across messaging, imaging, and telephony, Samsung positions the S26 Ultra as a productivity hub, potentially driving higher user engagement and differentiating its flagship in a crowded premium market.

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