Samsung Android 16 (One UI 8) update: Galaxy phones and tablet users are currently waiting for the One UI 7 update, which integrated the Android 15 update into millions of Galaxy devices. Meanwhile, Google is working on stable Android 16 in the backdrop.

Last month, it was revealed that Samsung is already working on Android 16’s adaptation and testing the alleged One UI 8 on the Galaxy S25 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 6, and Galaxy Z Flip 6 smartphones.

Google released the Android 16 beta 4

The first and second Android 16 Developer Preview build was released on November 20 and December 16 respectively and Beta 1, Beta 2, and Beta 3 was rolled out on January 23, February 13, and March 13, 2025 for Pixel devices including Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel Tablet, Pixel Fold, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold, as well as the Android Emulator, though it wasn’t mode available for any Samsung phones and tablets.

However, we can assume that future, stable versions of Android 16 will be introduced by the new version of Samsung One UI called One UI 8. Here is the list of eligible Galaxy devices that will receive the Android 16-based One UI 8 software update later next year.

Samsung Galaxy device compatibility for Android 16

Thanks to the Samsung software update guidelines, we already have a good idea of which Galaxy phones and tablets are eligible for the upcoming Android 16-based One UI 8 firmware with the new features and improvements.

Several devices are now eligible for at least three or four Android OS upgrades and recently launched Galaxy S and Z series devices are eligible for 7 years of software updates, while, mid-range are eligible for 6 years of software support.

Hence, every Galaxy smartphone and tablet that launched running Android 14 is guaranteed to get it. Check out the list below and feel free to let us know in the comment section if your device is available on the One UI 8 Eligible devices.

Samsung Android 16 (One UI 8) update: Which Galaxy devices will get it?

Galaxy S series

• Galaxy S25 Ultra
• Galaxy S25+
• Galaxy S25
• Galaxy S24 Ultra
• Galaxy S24+
• Galaxy S24
• Galaxy S23 Ultra
• Galaxy S23+
• Galaxy S23
• Galaxy S22 Ultra
• Galaxy S22+
• Galaxy S22

Galaxy S FE series

• Galaxy S24 FE
• Galaxy S23 FE
• Galaxy S21 FE

Galaxy Z series

• Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition
• Galaxy Z Fold 6
• Galaxy Z Fold 5
• Galaxy Z Flip 6
• Galaxy Z Flip 5
• Galaxy Z Fold 4
• Galaxy Z Flip 4

Galaxy Tab series

• Galaxy Tab S10+
• Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra
• Galaxy Tab S9 FE+
• Galaxy Tab S9 FE
• Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
• Galaxy Tab S9+
• Galaxy Tab S9
• Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
• Galaxy Tab S8+
• Galaxy Tab S8

Galaxy A series

• Galaxy A56
• Galaxy A36
• Galaxy A26
• Galaxy A73
• Galaxy A55
• Galaxy A54
• Galaxy A53
• Galaxy A35
• Galaxy A34
• Galaxy A33
• Galaxy A25
• Galaxy A24
• Galaxy A15
• Galaxy A16
• Galaxy A06

Galaxy M series

• Galaxy M55s
• Galaxy M05
• Galaxy M35
• Galaxy M55
• Galaxy M15
• Galaxy M34

Galaxy F series

• Galaxy F05
• Galaxy F14 5G
• Galaxy F55
• Galaxy F15
• Galaxy F54

Note: The One UI 8 eligible list is compiled on previous rollouts, software guarantees, and expericne.

Android 16 One UI 8 release

Google plans to launch the Android 16 public Beta update in January 2025, followed by the final version in Q2 of 2025. So, Galaxy devices may receive the One UI 8 software update in the second half of next year.

Android 15 One UI 7 release

Notable, One UI 7, based on Android 15, is a huge release, bringing a major UI design revamp compared to the previous version, so the One UI 8 could have smaller design changes. Now, the Korean tech giant plans to roll out the One UI 7 stable version launched alongside the Galaxy S25 series on January 22 at Galaxy Unpacked 2025.

More on One UI 8

• Samsung has begun internal work on One UI 8, likely based on the Android 16
• Samsung Galaxy phones and tablets that should receive Android 16 and One UI 8 update
• Samsung One UI 8 could bring faster, smoother animations

Today, with beta 4 Google expanded Android 16 Beta to select non-Pixel flagship devices from partner brands. Samsung, as always, is skipping the Android 16 Beta Program, while the new OS is available for select devices launched by Honor, iQOO, Lenovo, OnePlus, OPPO, Realme, vivo, and Xiaomi.

Google released Android 16 beta 4 with a second version of platform stability and announced that apps compatible with the new OS will now be available on the Play Store.

Honor, iQOO, Lenovo, OnePlus, Oppo, Realme, Vivo, and Xiaomi have opened beta registration windows for their latest flagship devices launched in the last few months. Samsung, however, is yet to complete One UI 7 for its Galaxy devices, but will soon roll out the stable One UI 7 and launch an independent One UI beta program.

Last week, it was revealed that the company is already working on Android 16’s adaptation and testing the alleged One UI 8 on the Galaxy S25 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 6, and Galaxy Z Flip 6 smartphones.

Android continues to deliver great updates and new features throughout the year, while feedback from the beta community plays a vital role in constantly improving Android. The Android 16 developer site has a lot more information about the beta, including downloads and a release timeline for Pixel.

List of devices that are running the Android 16 Beta

• HONOR Magic 7 Pro
• Lenovo YOGA Tab Plus
• OnePlus 13
• OPPO Find X8
• realme GT 7 Pro
• iQOO 13
• vivo X200 Pro
• Xiaomi 14T Pro
• Xiaomi 15
• Redmi K70 Ultra

Last month, Google released the second developer preview of the Android 16 operating system and now its features are being released separately. Now a report has revealed that Android 16 can take multitasking to game-changing for foldable and tablet users with a ‘triple-split-screen’ mode.

Mishal Rahman (via Android Authority) has found a code in Android 16 DP2 that suggests that Google is working on a triple-split-screen mode for tablets and the tool might debut with the next OS, Android 16. Hence, we expect Samsung to adopt this feature in Galaxy phones and tablets with the One UI 8 update. Interestingly, this feature is inspired by OnePlus’s OxygenOS.

Notably, OnePlus introduced Open Canvas, a ‘triple-split-screen’ mode with its first foldable “OnePlus Open”. It is a multitasking feature that enables users to use three apps simultaneously on the screen. Here, two apps occupy 90% of the screen while the third app occupies 10%. You can see the picture below.

If you want to maximize the third app, just tap on it. The larger window will be about 10% larger than the first one. One can easily switch between apps, drag and drop, or use a four-finger pinch gesture to view all three apps.

The report reveals that the three apps were not launched simultaneously during testing, as they were in the development stage. Still, the UI hints at a preview of three locations where the app windows can be placed: left, center, or right. You can see this in action in the video here.

Google is also working on a useful triple split-screen mode for foldables and tablets with Android 16. The game-changing feature will likely support the new aspect ratio option for easier and more convenient multitasking.

On the other hand, Samsung fans are eagerly waiting for the One UI 7 coming this month. Also, a well-known publication has also mysteriously searched some apps and found “One UI 8” in several places. This code evidence suggests that Samsung has started internal work on the latest version of One UI 8, which is likely to be based on Android 16.