Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra Officially Upgraded to One UI 8 Watch
Samsung has begun rolling out the much-anticipated One UI 8 Watch update for its premium smartwatch, the Galaxy Watch Ultra. The new update is based on Google’s Wear OS 6 and brings a slew of new features, UI enhancements, and health-focused tools to elevate the smartwatch experience.
This is the Galaxy Watch Ultra’s first major software update since its launch and it arrives ahead of older watch models like the Galaxy Watch 7 and Galaxy Watch 6. The Galaxy Watch 8 and Galaxy Watch 8 Classic will come with One UI 8 Watch pre-installed out of the box.
What’s New in One UI 8 Watch for Galaxy Watch Ultra?
Major Design and Interface Enhancements
The One UI 8 Watch update introduces a redesigned interface, offering a cleaner, more intuitive layout. Highlights include:
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Multi-Info Tiles to show rich, glanceable data in one place
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Now Bar on the Galaxy Watch – previously exclusive to smartphones running One UI 7 – allowing users to quickly access ongoing activity or media
These changes make everyday tasks more efficient and improve visual consistency across Samsung’s device ecosystem.
Advanced Health and Fitness Features
Samsung is reinforcing its lead in wearables through new and upgraded health tools introduced in the One UI 8 Watch software:
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Running Coach: Provides structured, paced training plans for different running levels
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Vascular Load: Monitors blood flow intensity during physical activity
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Antioxidant Index: Measures levels impacting cellular health and recovery
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Bedtime Guidance: Offers improved insights into sleep patterns and pre-sleep habits
These additions aim to make the Galaxy Watch Ultra more than a fitness tracker — turning it into a true health-focused companion.
Update Rollout Details
The One UI 8 Watch update is now live in India and other global markets, including the United States. According to user reports on Reddit, the update is rolling out over-the-air (OTA) with a file size of approximately 1,943 MB and includes the May 2025 security patch.
Users are advised to connect to Wi-Fi and charge their watch before initiating the update.
Galaxy Watch Update Timeline: What’s Next?
After the Galaxy Watch Ultra and Watch 8 series, Samsung is expected to roll out the One UI 8 Watch update to previous-generation models.
Expected Update Order:
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Galaxy Watch Ultra – Now receiving
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Galaxy Watch 8 / 8 Classic – Ships with One UI 8 Watch
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Galaxy Watch 7 – Expected rollout next
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Galaxy Watch 6 / 6 Classic – Updates to follow thereafter
No specific update timeline has been confirmed for these older models, but Samsung typically follows a quick and consistent rollout once the flagship models have been covered.
Galaxy Watch Ultra: Refreshed Hardware Meets Smart Software
The timing of the One UI 8 Watch update complements the minor hardware refresh Samsung introduced earlier this month for the Galaxy Watch Ultra, which now includes:
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Increased internal storage
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A new color variant to expand style choices
Combined with the new software, the Galaxy Watch Ultra becomes a significantly improved offering for current and new users alike.
Key Features Recap: One UI 8 Watch on Galaxy Watch Ultra
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Wear OS 6 base for improved performance and compatibility
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Samsung’s Now Bar UI carried over from smartphones
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Multi-Info Tiles for customized dashboard views
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Running Coach and Vascular Load for advanced athletes
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Enhanced sleep and wellness tracking
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May 2025 security patch
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Approx. 1.9GB download size
Smart Move for Samsung’s Smartest Watch
The One UI 8 Watch update not only reinforces Samsung’s commitment to software support, but also ensures the Galaxy Watch Ultra remains a competitive premium smartwatch in 2025 and beyond.
With advanced health metrics, a redesigned interface, and faster performance thanks to Wear OS 6, the update transforms the Galaxy Watch Ultra into a powerful wellness and productivity tool that continues to evolve with its users.
