Samsung is expected to release One UI 8.5 with the upcoming Galaxy S26 series later this month. It has been available to Galaxy S25 owners as a beta release for quite some time, and the stable release is now around the corner. There are dozens of Galaxy devices in line to receive the One UI 8.5 update, but many devices will miss out on this exciting upgrade that’s packed with many useful features and plenty of upgrades.

We’ve carefully curated a list of Samsung devices that are not eligible for the One UI 8.5 update. To keep the list short and relevant, we’ve only included Galaxy devices that received the Android 15 (One UI 7) update.

List of Galaxy devices that won’t receive the One UI 8.5 update

Galaxy S series

• Galaxy S21
• Galaxy S21+
• Galaxy S21 Ultra
• Older Galaxy S models

Galaxy Z series

• Galaxy Z Fold 3
• Galaxy Z Flip 3
• Older Galaxy Z models

Galaxy A series

• Galaxy A23
• Galaxy A14
• Galaxy A05
• Galaxy A05s
• Older Galaxy A models

Galaxy M series

• Galaxy M14
• Galaxy M05
• Older Galaxy M models

Galaxy F series

• Galaxy F14
• Galaxy F05
• Older Galaxy F models

Galaxy Tab series

• Galaxy Tab Active 4 Pro
• Older Galaxy Tab models

Galaxy XCover series

• Galaxy XCover 6 Pro
• Older Galaxy XCover models

If your Samsung device is on the list above, it is unlikely to receive the One UI 8.5 update. In that case, you may want to upgrade to a newer model to ensure your device has the latest features and upgrades. Check out the list of Samsung devices that are eligible for seven Android OS updates, six Android OS updates, or four Android OS updates to find an upgrade that will stay relevant for years to come.

Related: When will your Samsung Galaxy receive One UI 8.5 update

Is One UI 8.5 a big upgrade for Samsung devices?

Samsung has already released the One UI 8.5 beta for the Galaxy S25 series, which shows it’s a useful upgrade rather than just an incremental one with minor changes. While both are based on Android 16, the One UI 8.5 uses a newer QPR2 development build, allowing Samsung to include deeper system-level features.

The Quick Settings panel in One UI 8.5 is deeply customizable, allowing users to adjust the layout of every toggle and slider. The app icons (at least Samsung’s apps) have been updated to feature a subtle 3D effect. Some first-party apps also show a similar effect. The lock screen is now smarter and more personalized. It automatically adjusts the clock and date so they don’t cover the main subject of your wallpaper. Plus, the lock screen can show water visuals and features new fonts.

One UI 8.5 adds a partial-screen recording mode that captures a specific area of your phone rather than the entire screen. The Settings app features a few new options, including a failed authentication lock that automatically locks the device when it detects suspicious behavior, and an intelligent blocking feature that blocks apps that send too many ad notifications.

The new software also improves the Photo Assist feature to allow interrupted image generation without needing to save each iteration. There are a host of other improvements to One UI 8.5, making it a well-rounded package rather than just an incremental upgrade. So, One UI 8.5 is indeed a big upgrade, which will start rolling out to older Galaxy devices a few weeks after its initial release on the Galaxy S26 series later this month.

We’ll continue to update you with the latest developments around One UI 8.5 in the Samsung section on this website. Remember to visit that regularly. Also, join our Telegram channel to get instant notifications about the breaking news and software rollouts.

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While Motorola isn’t the fastest brand when it comes to software rollouts, it’s improved a lot with the Android 16 rollout. In fact, it was one of the very first brands to push the Android 16 update, which has now expanded to over a dozen smartphones. We’ve curated a list of those devices and a separate list of Motorola devices currently part of the beta program.

These Motorola devices have received the stable Android 16 update

Motorola Edge series

• Motorola Edge 60 Pro
• Motorola Edge 60 Fusion
• Motorola Edge 60 Stylus
• Motorola Edge 50 Pro
• Motorola Edge 50 Ultra
• Motorola Edge Fusion
• Motorola Edge 2025

Motorola Razr series

• Motorola Razr 60
• Motorola Razr 60 Ultra
• Motorola Razr 50
• Motorola Razr 50 Ultra

Motorola Moto G series

• Moto G86 5G
• Moto G86 Power 5G
• Moto G75 5G
• Moto G67 Power 5G
• Moto G Stylus (2025)
• Moto G Power (2025)
• Moto G (2025)

The stable Android 16 update has been spotted rolling out to all devices on the list above. However, remember that it usually rolls out in batches, so not all users receive the update at the same time. It gradually expands to cover all regions, so it may take some time for the update to appear on your device, even if it’s on the list.

Additionally, Motorola has been testing Android 16 on a bunch of its devices, as mentioned in the list below.

These Motorola devices are currently under the Android 16 beta testing

• Motorola ThinkPhone
• Motorola ThinkPhone 25
• Motorola Edge 60
• Motorola Edge 60 Neo
• Motorola Edge 50
• Motorola Edge 50 Neo
• Motorola Edge 40 Pro
• Motorola Edge (2024)
• Motorola Edge+ (2023)
• Motorola Razr 40 / Razr (2023)
• Motorola Razr 40 Ultra / Razr+ (2023)
• Moto Pad 60 Pro
• Moto G96 5G
• Moto G85 5G
• Moto G67 5G
• Moto G56 5G
• Moto G55 5G
• Moto G35 5G

The beta program allows a limited set of users get a taste of the software ahead of the public rollout. You must follow these steps to join the beta program.

Unfortunately, Motorola doesn’t publish a rollout timeline, so it isn’t clear when the update will arrive on a device. However, the beta program typically lasts a few weeks before Motorola begins to push the stable build via an OTA update. To manually check for the latest update on your smartphone, navigate to Settings > System > Check for updates.

To ensure you do not miss out on the latest information, remember to visit the Motorola section once in a while. Alternatively, you can join our Telegram channel to get instant notifications related to software updates, product launches, and all major tech events.

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Xiaomi is wrapping up the HyperOS 3.0 rollout and has already started focusing more on HyperOS 3.1. The upcoming HyperOS 3.1 software, based on Android 16, has already been released for a dozen devices, and now it appears the next phase of beta rollout has already begun.

Folks at HyperOS Insider have spotted HyperOS 3.1 beta builds for 10 new smartphones. The beta update has been spotted in multiple regions. So, if you’re planning to get an early taste of HyperOS 3.1, you may have a chance if your device is on the list and you’re in a supported region.

So, here’s a fresh list of devices that have been spotted with the HyperOS 3.1 beta build:

• Redmi K70
  • China: OS3.0.300.1.WNKCNXM
• POCO F6 Pro
  • EEA (Europe): OS3.0.300.1.WNKEUXM
  • Russia: OS3.0.300.1.WNKRUXM
  • Taiwan: OS3.0.300.1.WNKTWXM
  • Global: OS3.0.300.1.WNKMIXM
• Redmi K70 Pro
  • China: OS3.0.300.1.WNMCNXM
• Redmi Turbo 4 Pro
  • China: OS3.0.300.1.WOLCNXM
• Redmi Turbo 4
  • China: OS3.0.300.1.WOJCNXM
• POCO F7
  • India: OS3.0.300.1.WOLINXM
  • Global: OS3.0.300.1.WOLMIXM
  • Taiwan: OS3.0.300.1.WOLTWXM
  • Indonesia: OS3.0.300.1.WOLIDXM
  • Russia: OS3.0.300.1.WOLRUXM
  • EEA (Europe): OS3.0.300.1.WOLEUXM
• POCO X7 Pro
  • Global: OS3.0.300.1.WOJMIXM
  • India: OS3.0.300.1.WOJINXM
  • Indonesia: OS3.0.300.1.WOJIDXM
  • Russia: OS3.0.300.1.WOJRUXM
  • Taiwan: OS3.0.300.1.WOJTWXM
  • Turkey: OS3.0.300.1.WOJTRXM
  • EEA/Europe: OS3.0.300.1.WOJEUXM
• Xiaomi 15T
  • EEA (Europe): OS3.0.300.1.WOEEUXM
  • Global: OS3.0.300.2.WOEMIXM
  • Indonesia: OS3.0.300.2.WOEIDXM
  • Turkey: OS3.0.300.2.WOETRXM
  • Taiwan: OS3.0.300.2.WOETWXM
  • Russia: OS3.0.300.2.WOERUXM
• Xiaomi 14T Pro
  • Global: OS3.0.300.1.WNNMIXM
• Redmi Note 15 5G
  • China: OS3.0.300.2.WPQCNXM
  • EEA (Europe): OS3.0.300.1.WPQEUXM
• Redmi Pad 2 Pro 5G
  • EEA (Europe): OS3.0.300.1.WPXEUXM
  • India: OS3.0.300.1.WPXINXM
• Redmi Pad 2 Pro / POCO Pad M1
  • Global: OS3.0.300.1.WPWMIXM
  • India: OS3.0.300.1.WPWINXM
  • Turkey: OS3.0.300.1.WPWTRXM
  • Taiwan: OS3.0.300.1.WPWTWXM
  • Indonesia: OS3.0.300.1.WPWIDXM
  • Russia: OS3.0.300.1.WPWRUXM

You must sign up for the HyperOS beta program to get early access to beta builds before the public release. We’ve a detailed step-by-step guide on how to become a HyperOS tester on this page.

Keep in mind that the rollout happens in stages and hence may take a while to reach all the users, even if you’ve been accepted for the beta testing program. To manually check for the latest update on your device, go to Settings > About phone and then tap the HyperOS logo at the top.

As for the changes, HyperOS 3.1 brings an upgraded Super Island that is more interactive and informative, and integrates with more third-party apps. The Gallery and Weather apps feature new animations, and the lock screen is now more customizable than before.

Xiaomi has also improved cross-platform integration with Apple’s ecosystem, now showing a pop-up to pair Apple’s TWS earbuds and providing access to spatial audio. Furthermore, there are improvements to accessibility features, quick gestures, and system performance. Check this page for all the upgrades to HyperOS 3.1 in detail.

To ensure you don’t miss out on the important stuff, remember to visit the Xiaomi section on this website regularly. Alternatively, you can join us on Telegram to get instant notifications about the latest HyperOS updates, along with the biggest tech headlines.

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Xiaomi has begun updating its devices to the February 2026 security patch via the latest software update. The update is rolling out to multiple devices, and it’s not only the flagship devices getting the initial treat. Several mid-range smartphones are also on the list, running the older HyperOS 2 build based on Android 14.

We’ve prepared a list of Xiaomi, Redmi, and POCO smartphones receiving the February 2026 security patch update, along with their firmware versions, as shared by Xiaomi Time. Review the list to see if the update has started rolling out for your Xiaomi device.

First, let’s look at the HyperOS 3 devices that are receiving the February 2026 security patch.

• Xiaomi 15
  • Global: OS3.0.6.0.WOCMIXM
• POCO X7 / Redmi Note 14 Pro
  • Global: OS3.0.9.0.WOOMIXM
  • EEA (Europe): OS3.0.3.0.WOOEUXM
• POCO X7 Pro
  • Turkey: OS3.0.5.0.WOJTRXM
  • Global: OS3.0.9.0.WOJMIXM
  • EEA (Europe): OS3.0.5.0.WOJEUXM
  • Also released in India, Indonesia, Russia, and Taiwan
• POCO M6 / Redmi 13 / Redmi 13X
  • Global: OS3.0.6.0.WNTMIXM
  • EEA (Europe): OS3.0.3.0.WNTEUXM

Now, let’s move to the list of Xiaomi HyperOS 2 devices receiving the February 2026 security patch.

• Redmi Note 12 Pro / Note 12 Pro+ / Note 12 Explorer
  • India: OS2.0.10.0.UMOINXM
  • Indonesia: OS2.0.12.0.UMOIDXM
• POCO X5 Pro 5G / Redmi Note 12 Pro Speed
  • Indonesia: OS2.0.13.0.UMSIDXM

The list will grow as Xiaomi pushes the February 2026 security update to more devices in the coming days and weeks. To manually check for the latest update on your Xiaomi device, navigate to Settings > My Device > Xiaomi HyperOS. Note that the update usually rolls out in batches, so it may take some time to reach all the users.

Also read:
1. No HyperOS 3.1 update for these Xiaomi devices: Here’s the complete list
2. Xiaomi HyperOS 3.1 update: New features, smarter UI, & more details

As for the February 2026 security patch, it’s a standard security maintenance release focused on improving system stability and bug fixes. According to the latest Android Security Bulletin, there are no critical or high-severity vulnerabilities patched with this month’s release.

To stay updated with the latest news about HyperOS, visit the Xiaomi section regularly. Or, you can join us on Telegram to get instant notifications about the latest HyperOS updates, along with the biggest tech headlines.

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