Samsung One UI 8 Rollout Timeline Leaks, Hinting at Android 16 Update for Galaxy Phones

Highlights

• Samsung is preparing to roll out One UI 8 across a wide range of Galaxy smartphones, starting mid-September and continuing through November.
• The roadmap shows newer models like the Galaxy S25 series updating first, while some older devices get updates before newer ones.
• One UI 8 Watch updates are expected for Galaxy Watch 7, 6, 5, and 4 series starting October 1.

Samsung is preparing to expand the rollout of One UI 8, its customised skin based on Android 16, across more Galaxy smartphones. While some Galaxy devices have already started receiving the update, a newly surfaced schedule sheds light on when the broader rollout could take place.

One UI 8 and Android 16 Coming to More Galaxy Devices

According to the leaked timeline, Samsung is gearing up to deliver One UI 8 with Android 16 to a wide range of Galaxy models over the next few months. The update ensures that the most recent Galaxy phones will eventually make the jump to Android 16, though the rollout will be staggered depending on the model.

As has been the case in previous years, Samsung’s update plans can differ significantly across devices. The leaked schedule provides an early look at which phones may get the update first, offering Galaxy users a rough idea of what to expect.

The leaked roadmap has reportedly originated from Samsung and mainly covers devices in Asia.

The list as it stands today based on SammyGuru’s recent report is as follows –

• Galaxy S25 Ultra – September 18
• Galaxy S25+ – September 18
• Galaxy S25 – September 18
• Galaxy S25 Edge – September 25
• Galaxy S24 Ultra – September 25
• Galaxy S24+ – September 25
• Galaxy S24 FE – September 25
• Galaxy S24 – September 25
• Galaxy A56 5G – September 25
• Galaxy A36 5G – September 25
• Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra 5G – October 1
• Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra – October 1
• Galaxy Tab S10+ 5G – October 1
• Galaxy Tab S10+ – October 1
• Galaxy Z Fold 6 – October 2
• Galaxy Z Flip 6 – October 2
• Galaxy S23 Ultra – October 2
• Galaxy S23+ – October 2
• Galaxy S23 FE – October 2
• Galaxy S23 – October 2
• Galaxy S21 FE 5G – October 2
• Galaxy A26 5G – October 2
• Galaxy A17 5G – October 2
• Galaxy A16 5G – October 2
• Galaxy S22 Ultra – October 6
• Galaxy S22+ – October 6
• Galaxy S22 – October 6
• Galaxy Z Fold 4 – October 6
• Galaxy Z Flip 4 – October 6
• Galaxy A55 5G – October 6
• Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ 5G – October 9
• Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ – October 9
• Galaxy Tab S10 FE 5G – October 9
• Galaxy Tab S10 FE – October 9
• Galaxy Z Fold 5 – October 13
• Galaxy Z Flip 5 – October 13
• Galaxy A54 5G – October 13
• Galaxy A52s 5G – October 13
• Galaxy A25 5G – October 16
• Galaxy A23 5G – October 16
• Galaxy Tab Active 5 5G – October 16
• Galaxy Tab Active 5 – October 16
• Galaxy M34 5G – October 20
• Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra – October 23
• Galaxy Tab S9+ – October 23
• Galaxy Tab S9 – October 23
• Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra – October 23
• Galaxy Tab S8+ – October 23
• Galaxy Tab S8 – October 23
• Galaxy Tab S6 Lite – October 23
• Galaxy XCover 7 – October 23
• Galaxy XCover 6 Pro – October 23
• Galaxy M33 5G – October 27
• Galaxy M15 5G – October 27
• Galaxy A53 5G – October 30
• Galaxy A35 5G – October 30
• Galaxy A34 5G – October 30
• Galaxy A33 5G – October 30
• Galaxy Tab A9 – November 5
• Galaxy Tab Active 5 Pro 5G – November 7
• Galaxy XCover 7 Pro – November 10

There are something obviously quite unusual here. For example, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 will be updated after the Galaxy S23 series and the Galaxy S21 FE to be updated before the Galaxy S22 series.

Other than that, Samsung is also planning some One UI 8 Watch updates for Galaxy Watch models –

• Galaxy Watch 7 – October 1
• Galaxy Watch 6 Classic – October 1
• Galaxy Watch 6 – October 1
• Galaxy Watch FE – October 1
• Galaxy Watch 5 Pro – November 3
• Galaxy Watch 5 – November 3
• Galaxy Watch 4 Classic – November 3
• Galaxy Watch 4 – November 3

With the official release just around the corner, Galaxy users can expect more clarity as Samsung confirms regional rollout dates in the coming weeks.

FAQs

Q1. Which Samsung devices are getting the One UI 8 update first?

Answer. According to the leaked timeline, the Galaxy S25 series (S25, S25+, S25 Ultra) will receive One UI 8 with Android 16 starting September 18, followed by S24 and A-series models later in September.

Q2. Are there any unusual rollout patterns in the leaked schedule?

Answer. Yes. The Galaxy S21 FE is listed to receive the update before the newer Galaxy S22 series, and the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 are scheduled after the Galaxy S23 lineup, raising questions about Samsung’s prioritisation.

Q3. Will Galaxy Watches also get One UI 8 updates?

Answer. Yes. Starting October 1, Galaxy Watch 7, 6, and FE models are expected to receive One UI 8 Watch updates, with Watch 5 and 4 series following in early November.

Also Read –

https://www.mymobileindia.com/one-ui-8-watch-update-begins-rolling-out-to-galaxy-watch-ultra/

https://www.mymobileindia.com/one-ui-8-beta-tipped-to-launch-soon-speculations-suggest-debut-with-galaxy-z-fold-7-and-flip-7/