Samsung has expanded the availability of the One UI 8 update for the Galaxy A53, following its initial release in Europe. The update is now accessible in select regions of Asia and North America, specifically in India and the USA, with expectations to reach additional countries soon. The update is based on Android 16 and brings firmware version A536EXXUHGYI9 to India, including the September 2025 security patch. In the USA, Verizon users receive firmware version A536VSQUIGYJ2, featuring the October 2025 security patch. Galaxy A53 owners in these regions can check for the update via their phone’s settings under Software update. The new One UI 8 introduces enhancements such as a redesigned Quick Share interface, improved graphics in the Weather app, and a refined menu bar for Samsung Internet. Additional improvements include enhanced bulk management in Calendar, Clock, and Reminder apps, bolstered security for Secure Folder, and expanded functionalities in Modes and Routines. Samsung Health also gains new features like Antioxidant Index and Running Coach, among others.
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