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[rustic]

Does anyone know when the galaxy watch ultra (first edition) is gonna get the new os also with the 6 classic does anyone know when that gets the os too

[Riwaj23 · Accepted solution]

For the 2024 Ultra owners, Samsung is expected to deliver the stable One UI 8 update later in 2025, after beta testing ends


In summary: If you have the original Galaxy Watch Ultra (2024), you’re likely to receive the full stable OS update sometime in the second half of 2025.

[Riwaj23]

Samsung has officially confirmed these models are eligible for One UI 8 Watch (Wear OS 6), and the beta program is now opening to Watch 6 / 6 Classic owners .

Test firmware for Watch 6 Classic (build R960XXU1CYF6) is already in testing as of June–July 2025 .

At the moment, only security patch updates (May 2025 patch via builds R940… and R960…) are rolling out to the Galaxy Watch 6 series .


Early access (beta) for Galaxy Watch 6 / 6 Classic is opening mid‑July 2025, with the full stable release expected later this year, likely late Q3 or Q4 2025.

[rustic]

How do I get into the beta program

[Riwaj23]

Step 1: Prepare your devices

Ensure both your Galaxy Watch 6 Classic and paired Galaxy phone have the latest Samsung Members and Galaxy Wearable apps installed.

Sign in with the same Samsung Account across both devices.


Step 2: Look for the Beta banner

Open the Samsung Members app on your phone.

If eligible, you’ll see a bold “One UI 8 Watch Beta Program” banner or a Beta Card on the home tab or under Notices .


Step 3: Enroll in the program

Tap the banner or card, agree to the terms, and submit your registration.

You'll see a confirmation of enrollment if accepted.


Step 4: Install the beta firmware

Go to Settings → Software update → Download and install on your watch via the Galaxy Wearable app.

Watch for a new OTA build—sometimes rolled out gradually.


Step 5: Provide feedback

Use Samsung Members → Participated Beta test to report bugs or share suggestions during the beta period .

[rustic]

Okay thanks

[Samsung_specialist]

We appreciate your interest.

Once we have an update, we will inform users through the Samsung Members app.