When will your Samsung Galaxy get One UI 8.5 update?

One UI 8.5 is shaping up to be a substantial upgrade, built on a newer Android 16 QPR2 base that allows for deeper system-level features beyond the original One UI 8.0 release. With a host of new customization options, visual refinements, and security enhancements, it’s a highly anticipated update. Here’s what we know about its eligibility and the expected rollout timeline.

Is your Galaxy device eligible for One UI 8.5 update?

While Samsung has not published an official list, it’s safe to say every Galaxy device that received One UI 8.0 update or launched with it are almost certain to get the One UI 8.5 upgrade. Based on this precedent, a vast range of Galaxy devices are expected to be eligible.

Galaxy S series

Galaxy S25, S25+, S25 Ultra, S25 FE, 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 TriFold
Galaxy Z Fold SE
Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7
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 S11, S11 Ultra
Galaxy Tab S10+, S10 Ultra, S10 Lite, S10 FE, S10 FE+
Galaxy Tab S9, S9+, S9 Ultra, S9 FE, S9 FE+
Galaxy Tab S8, Tab S8+, Tab S8 Ultra
Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024)
Galaxy Tab A11, A11+
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
Galaxy A17 (LTE & 5G), A16 (LTE & 5G), A15 (LTE & 5G)
Galaxy A07 (LTE & 5G), A06 (LTE & 5G)

Galaxy F series

Galaxy F56, F55, F54
Galaxy F36, F34
Galaxy F17, F16, F15
Galaxy F07, F06

Galaxy M series

Galaxy M56, M55, M55s, M54, M53
Galaxy M36, M35, M34, M33
Galaxy M17, M16, M15
Galaxy M07, M06

Galaxy XCover series

Galaxy XCover 7, 7 Pro

We will update this list with official confirmation as soon as Samsung announces it.

One UI 8.5 rollout timeline: Here’s what we know so far

The stable version of One UI 8.5 is expected to debut alongside the Galaxy S26 series, which is set for a launch in late February, with sales beginning in early March. Shortly after, the rollout to older devices will commence.

Reports suggest the wider stable rollout could begin by the end of April. The first devices to receive the update will likely be the previous-generation flagships, such as the Galaxy S25 series, Galaxy Z Fold 7, and Galaxy Z Flip 7. Following that, the update will gradually expand to other high-end models, with mid-range and budget devices receiving it in the subsequent weeks and months.

It’s important to note that the One UI 8.5 beta program remains exclusive to the Galaxy S25 series, and there are no indications it will expand to other devices. For most users, the first taste of One UI 8.5 will be the stable version.

We will provide a detailed breakdown of all the new features as soon as the stable build is released. Stay tuned for more updates on the One UI 8.5 rollout schedule.