Samsung One UI 8 Rollout Begins September: What’s New and Who Gets It First
SamsungWednesday, 27 August 2025 at 10:01
Samsung’s next big software release is almost here. One UI 8, based on Android 16, is preparing for its official rollout in September, and this time the company is making a point to move faster than before. After last year’s One UI 7 rollout drew heavy criticism for being slow and staggered, Samsung began its beta program early in May and quickly expanded it across more Galaxy models. That made Samsung the first Android manufacturer to test Android 16 with its custom interface, and the company seems determined to keep its promise of a quicker update cycle.
Eligible devices
Samsung has not yet published the final eligibility sheet, but thanks to its update policy and multi-year OS guarantees, we know which devices will get the upgrade. Here’s the full list of phones and tablets expected to run One UI 8:
Galaxy S series
- Galaxy S25, S25+, S25 Ultra, S25 Edge
- Galaxy S24, S24+, S24 Ultra, S24 FE
- Galaxy S23, S23+, S23 Ultra, S23 FE
- Galaxy S22, S22+, S22 Ultra
- Galaxy S21 FE
Galaxy Z series
- Galaxy Z Fold SE
- Galaxy Z Fold 6, Z Flip 6
- Galaxy Z Fold 5, Z Flip 5
- Galaxy Z Fold 4, Z Flip 4
Galaxy Tab series
- Galaxy Tab S10 Lite, S10+, S10 Ultra, S10 FE, S10 FE+
- Galaxy Tab S9, S9+, S9 Ultra, S9 FE, S9 FE+
- Galaxy Tab S8, S8+, S8 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024)
- Galaxy Tab A9, A9+
- Galaxy Tab Active 5, Active 5 Pro
Galaxy A series
- Galaxy A73
- Galaxy A56, A55, A54, A53
- Galaxy A36, A35, A34, A33
- Galaxy A26, A25, A24, A23
- Galaxy A17, A16 (LTE/5G), A15 (LTE/5G), A14 (LTE/5G)
- Galaxy A07 (LTE), A06 (LTE/5G)
Galaxy M series
- Galaxy M56, M55, M55s, M54, M53
- Galaxy M36, M35, M34, M33
- Galaxy M16, M15
- Galaxy M06, M05
Galaxy F series
- Galaxy F56, F55, F54
- Galaxy F36, F34
- Galaxy F16, F15, F14 (LTE)
- Galaxy F06, F05
Galaxy C series
- Galaxy C55
Galaxy XCover series
- Galaxy XCover 7, XCover 7 Pro
Owners of these devices should see the update within the coming months.
Rollout timeline
Samsung has confirmed that the stable version of One UI 8 will begin rolling out in September 2025, with the Galaxy S25 family at the front of the line. The Galaxy S24 series and the latest foldables — the Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 — are likely to be next.
The rollout will continue in waves, moving to other Galaxy S and Galaxy Tab models, followed by mid-range and budget phones. Some A-series devices that joined the beta program could even see the stable build ahead of a few flagships. Samsung has said all eligible devices will be updated before the end of 2025, which, if achieved, would be a marked improvement compared to the One UI 7 rollout.
A shift in update strategy
There’s also a broader change in how Samsung approaches updates. Major Android and One UI versions will now debut in the middle of the year alongside new foldable phones. The Galaxy S line, which launches earlier, will receive smaller “.5” updates instead. This strategy is already in motion — the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 introduced One UI 8 back in July, while the Galaxy S25 series launched with an earlier build and will soon move to the stable release.
What’s new in One UI 8
One UI 8 doesn’t reinvent Samsung’s interface, but it makes noticeable refinements across productivity, personalization, app design, and privacy.
Productivity and multitasking
Quick Share now opens in a full-screen view with clearer options for sending and receiving. Split screen has more flexibility, letting users stretch one app beyond the previous 70% limit. Samsung DeX gains resolution and rotation controls, useful for vertical displays.
Personalization and routines
Dynamic wallpapers shift colors depending on the time of day. Modes and Routines add more practical options, such as cold weather alerts and umbrella reminders. Profile Card editing now shows a live preview of the layout.
App redesigns
The Gallery app automatically sorts screenshots into categories like boarding passes, coupons, and shopping. My Files allows filtering downloads by their source app. The Weather app now uses realistic animations, while Reminders offers templates and a streamlined toolbar. Calendar integrates with Reminders, and tasks can be rescheduled by dragging them to new dates.
Privacy and accessibility
Secure Folder can be locked with a dedicated fingerprint and hidden entirely from view. Accessibility tools expand with zoom buttons, keyboard-controlled mouse actions, screen keyboard magnification, and direct pairing for Bluetooth hearing aids.
Other small improvements
The Camera app lets users remap swipe gestures. Audio sharing is easier with QR codes. Alarm groups can be managed with a new home screen widget. Samsung Health adds friend challenges and health reminders.
How Samsung stacks up
Compared to other Android manufacturers, Samsung’s rollout plan is aggressive. Google Pixel phones will still get Android 16 first, but Samsung’s ability to update dozens of phones and tablets in the same year is unmatched. OnePlus, Xiaomi, and others have improved but still trail Samsung’s reach and consistency.
One UI 8 may not be a dramatic overhaul, but it strengthens Samsung’s software reputation where it matters: speed, stability, and everyday usefulness. For Galaxy owners, the promise of a stable update beginning in September — and arriving across all eligible devices by year’s end — is a significant shift from the delays of last year.
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