Samsung is one of the major Android brands to accelerate its Android 16 release, which is arriving as One UI 8. This launch follows several months of beta testing. After debuting on the Galaxy S25 series, the major update is now reaching a wider range of Galaxy smartphones and tablets.

One UI 8 Release Timeline

One UI 8 Release Timeline: Samsung moved quickly following Google’s release of Android 16 to Pixel devices. The beta program began on May 28 with the Galaxy S25 (review) and Galaxy S25 Ultra, with other devices—including the Galaxy S24, Galaxy Z Fold 6, and Galaxy Z Flip 6—soon following suit.

On September 15, Samsung concluded the beta for the Galaxy S25 series and announced that One UI 8 was officially rolling out to the Galaxy S25, S25 Plus, S25 Edge, and S25 Ultra. The update arrived first in key markets like South Korea, the USA, and India before expanding to other regions.

The firmware rollout continued to numerous older Galaxy devices from late September through October. By November, several additional models received the update, including the Galaxy S22, Galaxy A06, Galaxy A07, and the Galaxy Tab A11 and Tab A11+.

Will Your Galaxy Device Get One UI 8?

Alongside the One UI 8 launch, Samsung published a list of devices slated to receive the update, noting that the schedule may vary by region and model.

Samsung confirmed that the Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S21 FE will receive One UI 8 as their final major OS update. The same applies to mid-range models released in 2022, such as the Galaxy A73, A53, and A33. Newer devices generally benefit from extended support lasting five to six years, making them guaranteed candidates for One UI 8.

Regarding newer mid-range devices, Samsung is also extending security update support for models such as the Galaxy A56, Galaxy A36, and the Galaxy Tab S10 FE.

Samsung Galaxy A Series

Samsung is dropping a few budget and mid-range models from the One UI 8 roster, based on their limited software support. These include the Galaxy A14, Galaxy A14 5G, and Galaxy A05s.

Two Samsung Galaxy A series smartphones held in hands, displaying colorful screens with weather information.
Samsung’s mid-range Galaxy A36 and Galaxy A26 will get One UI 8. / © nextpit
Model Announced update date Distribution start
Galaxy A06 October 2025 November 2025
Galaxy A07 October 2025 November 2025
Galaxy A15 4G November 2025 October 2025
Galaxy A15 5G November 2025 October 2025
Galaxy A16 November 2025 October 2025
Galaxy A17 October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy A24 October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy A25 October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy A26 October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy A33 November 2025 October 2025
Galaxy A34 October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy A35 October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy A36 October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy A53 October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy A54 October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy A55 October 2025 September 2025
Galaxy A56 October 2025 September 2025
Galaxy A73 October 2025 October 2025

Samsung Galaxy S Series

For flagship models, the Galaxy S21, S21 Plus, and S21 Ultra received One UI 7 as their final major update. However, they will continue to receive security patches. Interestingly, the Galaxy S21 FE is still eligible for One UI 8, which came as a surprise to many users.

Model Announced update date Distribution start
Galaxy S21 FE October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy S22 October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy S22+ October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy S22 Ultra October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy S23 October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy S23+ October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy S23 FE October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy S23 Ultra October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy S24 October 2025 September 2025
Galaxy S24+ October 2025 September 2025
Galaxy S24 FE October 2025 September 2025
Galaxy S24 Ultra October 2025 September 2025
Galaxy S25 September 2025 September 2025
Galaxy S25+ September 2025 September 2025
Galaxy S25 Edge September 2025 September 2025
Galaxy S25 Ultra September 2025 September 2025

Samsung Galaxy Z Series

Notably absent from the One UI 8 update list are the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3. Both devices will end their major update cycle with One UI 7, although they may continue to receive security patches for a limited time.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Hands-On Image source: nextpit
Model Announced update date Distribution start
Galaxy Z Flip 4 October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy Z Flip 5 October 2025 September 2025
Galaxy Z Flip 6 September 2025 September 2025
Galaxy Z Fold 4 October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy Z Fold 5 October 2025 September 2025
Galaxy Z Fold 6 September 2025 September 2025
Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition September 2025 September 2025

Samsung Galaxy M and F Series

Model Announced update date Distribution start
Galaxy M06 / F06 October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy M15 / F15 October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy M16 / F16 October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy M34 5G October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy M35 October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy M36 October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy M54 / F54 October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy M55 / F55 / C55 October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy M56 / F56 October 2025 October 2025

Samsung Galaxy XCover

As Samsung’s enterprise range, the XCover family offers flagship-level software support.

Model Announced update date Distribution start
Galaxy XCover 6 Pro TBC  
Galaxy XCover 7 TBC  
Galaxy XCover 7 Pro October 2025  

Samsung Galaxy Tab A and S Series

Most of Samsung Galaxy tablets that were eligible for One UI 7 will still receive One UI 8 with the exception of the Galaxy Tab Active 4 Pro.

A Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ displayed on a desk with various app icons on the screen.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ carries the waterproof design of its predecessor. Image source: nextpit
Model Announced update date Distribution start
Galaxy Tab A9 / A9+ October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy Tab Active 5 TBC October 2025
Galaxy Tab Active 5 Pro October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy Tab S6 Lite 2024 TBC October 2025
Galaxy Tab S8 October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy Tab S8+ October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra October 2025 October 2025
Galaxy Tab S9 September 2025 September 2025
Galaxy Tab S9+ September 2025 September 2025
Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra September 2025 September 2025
Galaxy Tab S9 FE / S9 FE+  September 2025 September 2025
Galaxy Tab S10+  September 2025 September 2025
Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra  September 2025 September 2025
Galaxy Tab S10 FE September 2025 October 2025
Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ September 2025 October 2025
Galaxy Tab A11+ October 2025 November 2025
Galaxy Tab A11 October 2025 November 2025

Do you own a Samsung Galaxy device? Tell us if your phone or tablet is on the One UI 8 compatibility list in the comments below!


The article was updated on November 18, 2025, which added the Galaxy Tab A11 and Tab A11+ to the list along with the Galaxy A07 and A06.

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