If you’ve been waiting for the next big Samsung software update, the wait is nearly over and it’s coming sooner than you think.
Samsung’s One UI 8, powered by Android 16, is officially on the way, with a summer 2025 release date confirmed. It’s a big shift from their usual late-year updates and a welcome one for Galaxy users eager to explore what’s next.
Why the One UI 8 Release Date Matters
As a content writer and SEO specialist, I’ve followed every One UI version closely. What’s happening now is different.
In previous years, Samsung typically dropped major One UI updates in October or November for example:
- One UI 6 launched on October 30, 2023
- One UI 7 faced delays and arrived on April 7, 2025
But One UI 8 is breaking that pattern. Thanks to better alignment with Google’s Android release cycle, Samsung plans to roll out One UI 8 as early as July 2025 and the beta is already live.
One UI 8 Beta: Live Now on Galaxy S25 Series
On May 28, 2025, Samsung quietly launched its One UI 8 beta, starting with the Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra in key markets:
📍 Germany, South Korea, the UK, and the US.
You can sign up through the Samsung Members app, test Android 16 features early, and help shape the experience.
No flashy press release. No noise. Just a focused beta rollout, already preparing for Beta 2 and expanding to more devices soon.
Devices That Will Get One UI 8 (Expected List)
While Samsung hasn’t posted the full list yet, its update policy gives us a pretty solid idea:
📱 Galaxy S Series
- S25, S25+, S25 Ultra
- S24, S24+, S24 Ultra, S24 FE
- S23 series, S23 FE
- S22 series
📱 Galaxy Z Series
- Z Fold7, Z Flip7 (will launch with One UI 8)
- Z Fold6, Z Flip6
- Z Fold5, Z Flip5
- Z Fold4, Z Flip4
💻 Galaxy Tab Series
- Tab S10+, Tab S10 Ultra
- Tab S9 series
- Tab S8 series
💡 Mid-range Devices
- Galaxy A55, A35
(Older devices like the S21 might miss out due to policy limits)
One UI 8 Will Be Preinstalled on Samsung’s New Foldables
One UI 8 won’t just be an update it’ll be the default experience on Samsung’s upcoming foldables. The Z Fold7 and Z Flip7, expected in July 2025, will come preloaded with One UI 8 and Android 16.
Why This Update Is a Big Deal
For Samsung users, this isn’t just a new interface. It’s a major shift in how quickly and consistently updates arrive, especially for flagship and premium devices.