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Vivo, iQOO phones eligible for Android 17 (OriginOS 7) update

10 April 2026 at 16:03
vivo, iqoo Android 17 update
vivo, iqoo Android 17 update

Vivo has almost wrapped up its Android 16-based OriginOS 6 rollout and has already started working on Android 17. In fact, the company has already released Android 17 beta builds for a few devices via the Developer Preview program.

Now that Android 17 betas are out for Vivo phones, you may be wondering if your Vivo or iQOO phone is eligible for the Android 17 upgrade. We’ve included the complete list in this post. Review it below to find out if yours made the cut.

Note that Vivo hasn’t officially announced the list yet. So, this one is based on the current update policy and the company’s past track record.

Vivo Android 17 (OriginOS 7) eligible devices list

Vivo X-series

  • Vivo X300
  • Vivo X300 Pro
  • Vivo X300 Ultra
  • Vivo X300 FE
  • Vivo X200
  • Vivo X200 Pro
  • Vivo X200 FE
  • Vivo X200T
  • Vivo X100
  • Vivo X100 Pro

Vivo V-series

  • Vivo V70
  • Vivo V70 FE
  • Vivo V70 Elite
  • Vivo V60
  • Vivo V60e
  • Vivo V60 Lite
  • Vivo V60 Lite 4G
  • Vivo V50
  • Vivo V50e
  • Vivo V50 Lite
  • Vivo V50 Lite 4G
  • Vivo V40
  • Vivo V40 Pro

Vivo T-series

  • Vivo T4
  • Vivo T4 Pro
  • Vivo T4 Ultra
  • Vivo T4 Lite
  • Vivo T4x
  • Vivo T4R

Vivo Y-series

  • Vivo Y400
  • Vivo Y400 4G
  • Vivo Y400 Pro
  • Vivo Y400 Pro+
  • Vivo Y300 GT
  • Vivo Y300t
  • Vivo Y300i
  • Vivo Y51 Pro
  • Vivo Y31d 4G
  • Vivo Y21 (2026)
  • Vivo Y11 (2026)
  • Vivo Y05 4G

iQOO Android 17 (OriginOS 7) eligible devices list

iQOO flagship phones

  • iQOO 15
  • iQOO 15 Ultra
  • iQOO 15R
  • iQOO 13
  • iQOO 12
  • iQOO 12 Pro

iQOO Z-series

  • iQOO Z11x
  • iQOO Z10
  • iQOO Z10x
  • iQOO Z10R
  • iQOO Z10 Lite

iQOO Neo-series

  • iQOO Neo 10
  • iQOO Neo 10R
  • iQOO Neo 9 Pro

If you can spot your Vivo or iQOO phone on the list above, it’s almost certain to receive the Android 17 update once the rollout begins, which will likely come with the OriginOS 7 skin at the top.

Many Vivo phones lack a clear software update policy. For these devices, it’s hard to know if they will be upgraded to Android 17. So, to keep the list as accurate as possible, we didn’t include devices we weren’t confident about, but they might still have a chance. So, if your device isn’t on the list, it’s best to wait until the official list is released.

Also read: Check out new features and upgrades in Android 17

As for Vivo’s Android 17 Developer Preview program, it’s currently open for Vivo X300 Pro and iQOO 15, with no official confirmation about its expansion to more devices. Meanwhile, Google continues to refine Android 17 to prepare for a stable release around June 2026. It has already released three betas, and as a result, the upcoming Android OS has reached platform stability.

We’ll keep updating you with the latest Android 17 details in the Android 17 section on this website. So, remember to visit that page once in a while to stay updated. Or join our Telegram channel to get instant notifications when we publish a new story.

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Samsung One UI 8.5 beta program: Full list of supported devices

10 April 2026 at 09:48
Samsung One UI 8.5 beta supported devices
Samsung One UI 8.5 beta supported devices

Samsung has launched beta programs for every minor One UI update in recent years, though they were mostly limited to Galaxy foldable phones. One UI 8.5, based on Android 16 QPR2, changes that tradition, as the beta also reaches many other Galaxy devices, including mid-range Galaxy A-series phones.

Review the list below to find out if your Galaxy device is eligible for the One UI 8.5 beta program.

Galaxy devices eligible for One UI 8.5 beta program

  • Galaxy S25
  • Galaxy S25+
  • Galaxy S25 Ultra
  • Galaxy S25 FE
  • Galaxy S24
  • Galaxy S24+
  • Galaxy S24 Ultra
  • Galaxy S24 FE
  • Galaxy S23
  • Galaxy S23+
  • Galaxy S23 Ultra
  • Galaxy Z Fold 7
  • Galaxy Z Flip 7
  • Galaxy Z Fold 6
  • Galaxy Z Flip 6
  • Galaxy Z Fold 5
  • Galaxy Z Flip 5
  • Galaxy A36

Note that the One UI 8.5 beta program is live in six markets, including India, Korea, Germany, Poland, the US, and the UK. So, if you have a Galaxy device that’s on the list and you live in a supported region, you can sign up for the beta program to get early access to the upcoming features and upgrades.

We can expect the list to grow in the coming weeks as more Galaxy devices join the One UI 8.5 beta program. We will update the list when that happens.

Related: Check if your Galaxy device is eligible for One UI 8.5 update

How to get One UI 8.5 beta on your Galaxy device

One UI beta program banner in Samsung Members app

Keep in mind that beta builds may contain bugs and broken features. If you are okay with that, follow these steps to get the One UI 8.5 beta on your device.

Remember to back up important data for added safety.

  1. Open the Samsung Members app on your phone.
  2. Make sure you’re signed in to the app with your Samsung account. 
  3. Tap on the One UI Beta Program banner. If you don’t see this, the beta program isn’t currently available for your device.
  4. Accept the terms and conditions to enroll in the beta program.
  5. Go to Settings > Software updates and tap Download and install.
  6. Once the download is completed, tap Install now.

We’ll keep updating you with the latest developments related to One UI in our Samsung section. You can visit the section regularly for the latest updates. Or, join our Telegram channel to get instant notifications about the latest software updates and breaking tech news.

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Every Snapdragon 8 Elite launched phone so far: Complete list

9 April 2026 at 11:49
Snapdragon 8 Elite phones
Snapdragon 8 Elite phones

The Snapdragon 8 Elite is Qualcomm’s first mobile chipset to feature custom Oryon cores, offering excellent performance and power efficiency. It quickly became a popular choice for the premium segment, and now we have dozens of phones from various brands rocking the same chipset.

Here’s a list of Snapdragon 8 Elite phones that are available in the market. To keep the list relevant for our readers, we have excluded phones that haven’t been released outside China.

List of phones powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite processor

Samsung phones with Snapdragon 8 Elite processor

Samsung Galaxy S25

  • Display: 6.2-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, 2600nits (peak)
  • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 10MP (telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 12MP (ultrawide)
  • Selfie camera: 12MP
  • OS: Android 15, up to 7 major Android upgrades
  • Battery: 4000mAh
  • Charging: 25W (wired), 15W (wireless), 4.5W (reverse wireless)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C 3.2

Samsung Galaxy S25+

  • Display: 6.7-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, 2600nits (peak)
  • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 10MP (telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 12MP (ultrawide)
  • Selfie camera: 12MP
  • OS: Android 15, up to 7 major Android upgrades
  • Battery: 4900mAh
  • Charging: 45W (wired), 15W (wireless), 4.5W (reverse wireless)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C 3.2, NFC

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

  • Display: 6.9-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, 2600nits (peak)
  • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • Rear camera: 200MP (wide), 10MP (telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 50MP (periscope telephoto, 5x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide)
  • Selfie camera: 12MP
  • OS: Android 15, up to 7 major Android upgrades
  • Battery: 5000mAh
  • Charging: 45W (wired), 15W (wireless), 4.5W (reverse wireless)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C 3.2, NFC

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge

  • Display: 6.7-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, 2600nits (peak)
  • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • Rear camera: 200MP (wide), 12MP (ultrawide)
  • Selfie camera: 12MP
  • OS: Android 15, up to 7 major Android upgrades
  • Battery: 3900mAh
  • Charging: 25W (wired), 15W (wireless)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C 3.2, NFC

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7

  • Display:
    • Main: 8.0-inch Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, 2600nits (peak)
    • Cover: 6.5-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz
  • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • Rear camera: 200MP (wide), 10MP (telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 12MP (ultrawide)
  • Selfie camera:
    • Main screen: 10MP
    • Cover screen: 10MP
  • OS: Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades
  • Battery: 4400mAh
  • Charging: 25W (wired), 15W (wireless), 4.5W (reverse wireless)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C 3.2, NFC

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold

  • Display: 10.0-inch Tri-foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, 1600nits (peak)
  • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • Rear camera: 200MP (wide), 10MP (telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 12MP (ultrawide)
  • Selfie camera:
    • Main screen: 10MP
    • Cover screen: 10MP
  • OS: Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades
  • Battery: 5600mAh
  • Charging: 45W (wired), 15W (wireless), 4.5W (reverse wireless)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C 3.2, NFC

OnePlus phones with Snapdragon 8 Elite processor

OnePlus 13

  • Display: 6.82-inch LTPO 4.1 AMOLED, 120Hz, 4500nits (peak)
  • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (periscope telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide)
  • Selfie camera: 32MP
  • OS: Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades
  • Battery: 6000mAh
  • Charging: 100W (wired), 50W (wireless), 10W (reverse wireless), 5W (reverse wired)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C 3.2, NFC

OnePlus 13s

  • Display: 6.32-inch LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, 1600nits (HBM)
  • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (periscope telephoto, 2x optical zoom)
  • Selfie camera: 32MP
  • OS: Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades
  • Battery: 5850mAh
  • Charging: 80W (wired), 5W (reverse wired)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, USB Type-C 2.0, NFC

Motorola phones with Snapdragon 8 Elite processor

Motorola Razr 60 Ultra

  • Display:
    • Main: 7.0-inch Foldable LTPO AMOLED, 165Hz, 4500nits (peak)
    • External: 4-inch LTPO AMOLED, 165Hz, 3000nits (peak)
  • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (ultrawide)
  • Selfie camera: 50MP
  • OS: Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades
  • Battery: 4700mAh
  • Charging: 68W (wired), 30W (wireless), 5W (reverse wired)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C, NFC

Xiaomi phones with Snapdragon 8 Elite processor

Xiaomi 15

  • Display: 6.36-inch LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, 3200nits (peak)
  • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (telephoto, 2.6x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide)
  • Selfie camera: 32MP
  • OS: Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades
  • Battery: 5240mAh
  • Charging: 90W (wired), 50W (wireless), 10W (reverse wireless)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, USB Type-C 3.2, NFC

Xiaomi 15 Ultra

  • Display: 6.73-inch LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, 3200nits (peak)
  • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 200MP (periscope telephoto, 4.3x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide)
  • Selfie camera: 32MP
  • OS: Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades
  • Battery: 5410mAh
  • Charging: 90W (wired), 80W (wireless), 10W (reverse wireless)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, NFC

POCO F7 Ultra

  • Display: 6.67-inch AMOLED, 120Hz, 3200nits (peak)
  • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (telephoto, 2.5x optical zoom), 32MP (ultrawide)
  • Selfie camera: 32MP
  • OS: Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades
  • Battery: 5300mAh
  • Charging: 120W (wired), 50W (wireless)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, USB Type-C, NFC

POCO F8 Pro

  • Display: 6.59-inch AMOLED, 120Hz, 3500nits (peak)
  • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (telephoto, 2.5x optical zoom), 8MP (ultrawide)
  • Selfie camera: 20MP
  • OS: Android 16, up to 4 major Android upgrades
  • Battery: 6210mAh
  • Charging: 100W (wired), 22.5W (reverse wired)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C, NFC

iQOO phones with Snapdragon 8 Elite processor

iQOO 13

  • Display: 6.82-inch LTPO AMOLED, 144Hz, 4500nits (peak)
  • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (telephoto, 2x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide)
  • Selfie camera: 32MP
  • OS: Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades
  • Battery: 6150mAh (Global), 6000mAh (India)
  • Charging: 120W (wired)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C 3.2, NFC (360˚)

Oppo phones with Snapdragon 8 Elite processor

Oppo Find N5

  • Display:
    • Main: 8.12-inch Foldable LTPO OLED, 120Hz, 2100nits (peak)
    • Cover: 6.62-inch LTPO OLED, 120Hz, 2450nits (peak)
  • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (periscope telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 8MP (ultrawide)
  • Selfie camera:
    • Main screen: 8MP
    • Cover screen: 8MP
  • OS: Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades
  • Battery: 5600mAh
  • Charging: 80W (wired), 50W (wireless)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C 3.1 Gen 2, NFC

Realme phones with Snapdragon 8 Elite processor

Realme GT 7 Pro

  • Display: 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, 6500nits (peak)
  • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 8MP (ultrawide)
  • Selfie camera: 16MP
  • OS: Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades
  • Battery: 6500mAh (Global), 5800mAh (India)
  • Charging: 120W (wired)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C, NFC (360˚)

Asus phones with Snapdragon 8 Elite processor

Asus ROG Phone 9

  • Display: 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED, 185Hz, 2500nits (peak)
  • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 13MP (ultrawide), 5MP (macro)
  • Selfie camera: 32MP
  • OS: Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades
  • Battery: 5800mAh
  • Charging: 65W (wired), 15W (wireless), 10W (reverse wired)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C 3.2, NFC

Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro

  • Display: 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED, 185Hz, 2500nits (peak)
  • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 32MP (telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 13MP (ultrawide)
  • Selfie camera: 32MP
  • OS: Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades
  • Battery: 5800mAh
  • Charging: 65W (wired), 15W (wireless), 10W (reverse wired)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C 3.2, NFC

Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra

  • Display: 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED, 144Hz, 2500nits (peak)
  • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 32MP (telephoto, 3x optical zoom), 13MP (ultrawide)
  • Selfie camera: 32MP
  • OS: Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades
  • Battery: 5500mAh
  • Charging: 65W (wired), 15W (wireless), 10W (reverse wired)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C 3.2, NFC

Nubia phones with Snapdragon 8 Elite processor

RedMagic 10 Pro

  • Display: 6.85-inch AMOLED, 144Hz, 2000nits (peak)
  • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (ultrawide), 2MP (macro)
  • Selfie camera: 16MP
  • OS: Android 15, 1 major Android upgrade
  • Battery: 7050mAh
  • Charging: 100W (wired)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, NFC

RedMagic 10S Pro

  • Display: 6.85-inch AMOLED, 144Hz, 2000nits (peak)
  • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 50MP (ultrawide), 2MP (macro)
  • Selfie camera: 16MP
  • OS: Android 15, at least 1 major Android upgrade
  • Battery: 7050mAh
  • Charging: 80W (wired)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, NFC

Nubia Z70 Ultra

  • Display: 6.85-inch AMOLED, 144Hz, 2000nits (peak)
  • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 64MP (periscope telephoto, 2.7x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide)
  • Selfie camera: 16MP
  • OS: Android 15, 1 major Android upgrade
  • Battery: 6150mAh
  • Charging: 80W (wired)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C 3.2, NFC

Nubia Z70S Ultra

  • Display: 6.85-inch AMOLED, 144Hz, 2000nits (peak)
  • Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
  • Rear camera: 50MP (wide), 64MP (periscope telephoto, 2.7x optical zoom), 50MP (ultrawide)
  • Selfie camera: 16MP
  • OS: Android 15, 1 major Android upgrade
  • Battery: 6600mAh
  • Charging: 80W (wired)
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB Type-C 3.2, NFC

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