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Current Samsung Software Update Status: How long will your Galaxy device get One UI updates?
In the rapidly evolving world of mobile technology, software updates play a pivotal role in enhancing user experience, security, and device longevity. Regular updates ensure your device remains protected against new security threats, improve performance, introduce new features, and maintain compatibility with the latest applications and services.
For Samsung Galaxy smartphones and tablets, Samsung has committed to providing a certain number of major OS and One UI updates to keep them secure and running smoothly.
Samsung’s update policy varies based on the device series and model. Newer flagship devices like the Galaxy S and Z Fold series receive up to 7 years of software support, including both OS and security updates. Mid-range and budget devices might receive fewer updates, but still benefit from significant software enhancements.
This policy ensures that Galaxy users can enjoy their devices with the latest features and security measures for an extended period, making the investment in Samsung products more worthwhile.
Here’s a detailed look at the software update status for various Samsung Galaxy devices, including the pre-installed One UI version and the expected number of future One UI updates each model will receive:
Galaxy S-Series:
| Model | Launch Date | Pre-installed One UI | Total One UI Updates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | January 2025 | One UI 7.0/Android 15 | 7 (Received One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | January 2025 | One UI 7.0/Android 15 | 7 (Received One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy S25+ | January 2025 | One UI 7.0 | 7 (Received One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy S25 | January 2025 | One UI 7.0 | 7 (Received One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra | January 2024 | One UI 6.0/Android 14 | 7 (Received One UI 7 & 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy S24+ | January 2024 | One UI 6.0 | 7 (Received One UI 7 & 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy S24 | January 2024 | One UI 6.0 | 7 (Received One UI 7 & 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy S24 FE | September 2024 | One UI 6.1/Android 14 | 7 (Received One UI 7 & 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | February 2023 | One UI 5.1/Android 13 | 4 (Received One UI 6, 7 & 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy S23+ | February 2023 | One UI 5.1 | 4 (Received One UI 6, 7 & 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 | February 2023 | One UI 5.1 | 4 (Received One UI 6, 7 & 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | October 2023 | One UI 5.1/Android 13 | 4 (Received One UI 6, 7 & 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra | February 2022 | One UI 4.1/Android 12 | 4 (Received One UI 5, 6, 7 & 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy S22+ | February 2022 | One UI 4.1 | 4 (Received One UI 5, 6, 7 & 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy S22 | February 2022 | One UI 4.1 | 4 (Received One UI 5, 6, 7 & 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra | January 2021 | One UI 3.1/Android 11 | 4 (Received All 4 Updates) |
| Samsung Galaxy S21+ | January 2021 | One UI 3.1 | 4 (Received All 4 Updates) |
| Samsung Galaxy S21 | January 2021 | One UI 3.1 | 4 (Received All 4 Updates) |
| Samsung Galaxy S21 FE | January 2022 | One UI 4.0/Android 12 | 4 (Received One UI 5, 6, 7 & 8) |
Galaxy Foldables:
| Model | Launch Date | Pre-installed One UI | Total One UI Updates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 | July 2025 | One UI 8.0/Android 16 | 7 |
| Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 | July 2025 | One UI 8.0/Android 16 | 7 |
| Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE | July 2025 | One UI 8.0/Android 16 | 7 |
| Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 | July 2024 | One UI 6.1.1/Android 14 | 7 (Received One UI 7 & 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 | July 2024 | One UI 6.1.1 | 7 (Received One UI 7 & 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 | July 2023 | One UI 5.1.1/Android 13 | 4 (Received One UI 6, 7 & 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 | July 2023 | One UI 5.1.1 | 4 (Received One UI 6, 7 & 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 | August 2022 | One UI 4.1/Android 12 | 4 (Received One UI 5, 6, 7 & 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 | August 2022 | One UI 4.1 | 4 (Received One UI 5, 6, 7 & 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 | August 2021 | One UI 3.1/Android 11 | 4 (Received All 4 Updates) |
| Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 | August 2021 | One UI 3.1 | 4 (Received All 4 Updates) |
Galaxy A-Series:
| Model | Launch Date | Pre-installed One UI | Total One UI Updates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung Galaxy A07 5G | February 2026 | One UI 8.0/Android 16 | 6 |
| Samsung Galaxy A56 5G | March 2025 | One UI 7.0/Android 15 | 6 (Received One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy A36 5G | February 2025 | One UI 7.0/Android 15 | 6 (Received One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy A26 5G | January 2025 | One UI 7.0/Android 15 | 6 (Received One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy A17 5G | December 2024 | One UI 7.0/Android 15 | 4 (Received One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy A17 | December 2024 | One UI 7.0/Android 15 | 4 (Received One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy A16 5G | October 2024 | One UI 6.1/Android 14 | 6 (Received One UI 7, One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy A16 | October 2024 | One UI 6.1/Android 14 | 4 (Received One UI 7, One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy A07 | August 2024 | One UI 6.1/Android 14 | 4 (Received One UI 7, One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy A06 5G | July 2024 | One UI 6.1/Android 14 | 4 (Received One UI 7, One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy A06 | July 2024 | One UI 6.1/Android 14 | 4 (Received One UI 7, One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy A55 | March 2024 | One UI 6.0 | 4 (Received One UI 7, One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy A35 | March 2024 | One UI 6.0 | 4 (Received One UI 7, One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy A25 5G | December 2023 | One UI 6.0/Android 14 | 4 (Received One UI 7, One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy A15 5G | December 2023 | One UI 6.0/Android 14 | 4 (Received One UI 7, One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy A54 | March 2023 | One UI 5.1 | 4 (Received One UI 6, 7, One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy A34 | March 2023 | One UI 5.1 | 4 (Received One UI 6, 7, One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy A73 5G | March 2022 | One UI 4.1/Android 12 | 4 (Received One UI 5, 6, 7, One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy A53 | March 2022 | One UI 4.1 | 4 (Received One UI 5, 6, 7, One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy A33 | March 2022 | One UI 4.1 | 4 (Received One UI 5, 6, 7, One UI 8) |
Galaxy M-Series:
| Model | Launch Date | Pre-installed One UI | Total One UI Updates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung Galaxy M55 | April 2024 | One UI 6.0 | 4 |
| Samsung Galaxy M35 | August 2023 | One UI 5.1 | 4 |
| Samsung Galaxy M54 | April 2023 | One UI 5.1 | 4 |
| Samsung Galaxy M33 | April 2022 | One UI 4.1 | 4 |
Galaxy F-Series:
| Model | Launch Date | Pre-installed One UI | Total One UI Updates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung Galaxy F55 | May 2024 | One UI 6.0 | 4 |
| Samsung Galaxy F15 | March 2024 | One UI 6.0 | 4 |
| Samsung Galaxy F23 | March 2022 | One UI 4.1 | 4 |
Galaxy Tablets:
| Model | Launch Date | Pre-installed One UI | Total One UI Updates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra | September 2025 | One UI 8.0/Android 16 | 7 |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S11+ | September 2025 | One UI 8.0/Android 16 | 7 |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 | September 2025 | One UI 8.0/Android 16 | 7 |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra | September 2024 | One UI 6.1.1/Android 14 | 7 (Received One UI 7, One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ | September 2024 | One UI 6.1.1 | 7 (Received One UI 7, One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 | September 2024 | One UI 6.1.1 | 7 (Received One UI 7, One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE | October 2024 | One UI 6.1.1/Android 14 | 7 (Received One UI 7, One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Lite | November 2024 | One UI 6.1.1/Android 14 | 7 (Received One UI 7, One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra | July 2023 | One UI 5.1 | 4 (Received One UI 6, 7, One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+ | July 2023 | One UI 5.1 | 4 (Received One UI 6, 7, One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 | July 2023 | One UI 5.1 | 4 (Received One UI 6, 7, One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE | October 2023 | One UI 5.1/Android 13 | 4 (Received One UI 6, 7, One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra | February 2022 | One UI 4.1 | 4 (Received One UI 5, 6, 7, One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ | February 2022 | One UI 4.1 | 4 (Received One UI 5, 6, 7, One UI 8) |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 | February 2022 | One UI 4.1 | 4 (Received One UI 5, 6, 7, One UI 8) |
The total number of One UI software updates is based on Samsung’s current policy at the time of the device’s launch. The Galaxy S24 series and newer flagships are set to receive 7 years of updates, including both OS and security updates, while earlier models from the last few years generally received up to 4 major Android OS updates.
How to Check for Updates
- Open Settings
- Tap Software update
- Tap Download and install
- Your device will check for available updates
Update Best Practices
- Back up your data before major OS updates
- Connect to Wi-Fi to avoid using mobile data for large downloads
- Ensure sufficient battery (at least 50%) or keep your device plugged in
- Install at night to minimize disruption to your daily usage
Common Update Questions
Q: Will updates slow down my device?
A: No, Samsung optimizes One UI updates for each specific device model. Updates are designed to maintain or improve performance, not degrade it.
Q: What happens if I don’t update my device?
A: Skipping updates may expose your device to security vulnerabilities and prevent you from using the latest features and app compatibility improvements.
Q: Can I roll back to a previous version after updating?
A: Generally, no. Samsung doesn’t officially support downgrading to previous OS versions once updated.
One UI 8.5 (Current Major Update):
One UI 8.5 is Samsung’s latest major refinement on Android 16, focusing on usability improvements rather than major redesigns. Key expected features include smarter lock screen customizations, floating tabs for better multitasking, an updated Bixby assistant with enhanced AI capabilities, performance optimizations, additional Galaxy AI integrations, extra app protections, and smoother animations.
The One UI 8.5 beta program (now at Beta 5 globally, Beta 4 in some regions like India) is active only for the Galaxy S25 series and includes the February 2026 security patch.
Stable One UI 8.5 version coming with the Galaxy S26 series on February 25, 2026, at Galaxy Unpacked. Wider rollout to older eligible devices (starting with S25/S24 series) is expected from late March 2026, with mid-range and budget models following in phases through Q2 2026 or later.
One UI 9 (Android 17):
Early internal and testing work for One UI 9 (based on Android 17) has started on select recent flagships like the Galaxy Z Fold series. Public beta is anticipated around May 2026, with stable rollout expected later in 2026 (likely starting with new flagships).
Rollout Schedule Update:
- One UI 8 stable: Fully completed by early 2026.
- One UI 8.5 stable: Debuts February 25, 2026, with Galaxy S26 series; phased rollout to older devices from late March 2026 (premium models first, e.g., S25 in late March, others in April–June).
- Security patches: February 2026 patch now available in One UI 8.5 betas; wider rollout ongoing for One UI 8 devices. The devices on One UI 8 are also receiving January/February 2026 Google Play system updates and security improvements.
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This guide is updated as of February 20, 2025. Update policies are subject to change based on Samsung’s official announcements.
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