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

So far, Samsung has delivered the One UI 7 firmware update to a few flagship Galaxy devices. However, network carriers in Canada now revealed the One UI 7/Android 15 update release date for the Samsung Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra smartphones.

Samsung One UI 7 is based on the Android 15 operating system, which brings notable changes to the usability and software appearance of the device. Samsung’s custom Android skin brings many new and useful features to your Galaxy as well as significant changes to the user interface.

According to Telus’ support page, the Android 15-based One UI 7 update will roll out to the Samsung Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra in Canada on or before April 22, 2025. As always, the new software will also feature a new security patch for improved device reliability.

Galaxy S23 may receive One UI 7 on April 22

• Galaxy S23
• Galaxy S23+
• Galaxy S23 Ultra

How to update:

Samsung consumers can manually check for new software updates with a few easy steps. First, go to the “System Settings” of your Galaxy device, once done, scroll down and tap on the “Software Update” tab, followed by the “Download and Install” button.

Samsung has recently started releasing the stable version of Android 15-based One UI 7.0 for the Galaxy S24 smartphone after testing 5 beta updates. Now, Samsung is rolling out the One UI 7 Beta 2 update for the Galaxy A55 smartphone.

Based on Android 15, the One UI 7 Beta 2 update for the Samsung Galaxy A55 smartphone comes with One UI build number A556EXXU7ZYD3 and is currently available only in Korea. Users will have to download a 336.14 GB package to install the update.

This update fixes various bugs and issues reported in the previous beta version. Apart from this, the changelog mentions that this update fixes the issue of poor visibility when checking the Now bar Google Sports.

Also, it fixes an issue that could not be added to MMS emoticons on a particular route. It resolves the top notification icon to be SIM shape when receiving eSIM push notifications

Furthermore, the update brings the April 2024 security update to improve system security and stability. If you are testing One UI 7 beta on your Galaxy A55 smartphone, install the update to enjoy error-free and enhanced functions.

Changelog:

Bugs that have been fixed
Fix poor visibility issue when checking Now bar Google sports
Fix an issue that cannot be attached to MMS emoticon on a particular route
Fix top notification icon to SIM shape when eSIM Push notification is received
Many other improvements