Some Android recovery menu tools and options are being removed in the latest Samsung Galaxy updates, but the reason is unclear.

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Samsung is removing several tools from the Android recovery menu in its latest One UI 8.5 updates, starting with February 2026 security patches. Removed options include 'Apply update from ADB', 'Apply update from SD card', 'Wipe cache partition', 'View recovery logs', 'Run graphics test', and 'Run locale test'. Only basic options like factory reset, reboot, and power off will remain. The reason is unknown, but speculation points to Samsung tightening security, possibly in response to One UI build leaks. The change appears permanent, as the update includes a notice that downgrading will not be possible due to security policy changes.

Samsung Galaxy update removes Android recovery menu tools, including sideloading