Eight More Galaxy Devices, Including S24 Series and Foldables, Receive the Android 16-Based Update
One UI 8 Global Rollout Expands to More Devices
Samsung is accelerating the global rollout of One UI 8, its Android 16-based software update, to eight additional Galaxy devices this week. Following the completion of the Galaxy S25 series rollout, it’s now the turn of last-gen flagship and upper mid-range devices to receive the highly anticipated upgrade.
- The rollout is happening faster than expected, outpacing even regional timelines in Korea, India, Turkey, and Brazil.
- According to leaked schedules, the expansion was slated for September 25, which Samsung appears to be honoring globally.
These 8 Devices Are Getting One UI 8 Next
Samsung has confirmed or begun rolling out One UI 8 to the following eight models in the next global wave:
Galaxy S24 Series:
- Galaxy S24
- Galaxy S24 FE
- Galaxy S24+
- Galaxy S24 Ultra
Galaxy Foldables (2024):
- Galaxy Z Fold6
- Galaxy Z Flip6
Galaxy A Series:
- Galaxy A56
- Galaxy A36
These models now join the Galaxy S25 family in receiving the update, with both carrier-locked and unlocked variants included in the release.
Key Feature: The Now Brief
One UI 8 introduces “Now Brief”, a new feature aimed at enhancing daily productivity and personalization. This feature is now available on:
- Galaxy S24 Series (including FE)
- Z Fold6 and Z Flip6
What it does:
- Delivers three personalized briefings per day based on user routine and behavior.
- Shows relevant updates, tasks, and reminders in a clean, accessible format.
Galaxy A Users Also See Major UI Improvements
While Galaxy A56 and A36 won’t receive Galaxy AI features, they’re still getting a significant UI refinement with One UI 8:
- Enhanced animations and transitions for smoother navigation
- Visual redesigns of core apps
- Improved system efficiency and battery optimization
Samsung is ensuring that mid-range devices don’t miss out on the visual and functional polish brought by the new update.
Global Update Pace Impresses
Samsung’s One UI 8 rollout for the Galaxy S25 series was already lauded for its speed. The update reached both carrier-locked and unlocked models across regions almost simultaneously. Now, that same pace appears to continue for the S24 and Fold6 series.
- Users in multiple countries, including Turkey, Brazil, and South Korea, have reported early access.
- The global rollout is now matching, and in some cases beating, regional schedules.
What to Expect Next
As this next wave of devices gets updated, Samsung is likely to shift attention to additional models in October, as mentioned in regional roadmaps. Expect more Galaxy A, M, and Tab series devices to follow.
