Galaxy S, Z, A, and Tab Series Devices to Receive Smarter, Faster, and More Secure Features with Android 16-Based One UI 8
One UI 8 rolls out across Samsung’s U.S. lineup
Samsung has officially revealed the list of devices in the U.S. eligible for the Android 16-based One UI 8 update, marking a major leap forward in design, performance, AI functionality, and privacy enhancements.
- The update is already rolling out to many flagship devices
- Others will receive it in phased waves over the coming weeks and months
- One UI 8 brings a refreshed user interface, faster navigation, and personalized AI features to millions of Galaxy users
What’s new in One UI 8?
One UI 8, built on Android 16, includes a host of new features:
- Smarter AI tools like Now Brief, Circle to Search, and Generative Edit
- Cleaner visual design with smoother animations
- Improved performance and battery efficiency
- Stronger data protection and new privacy controls
- Personalized experiences that adapt to how you use your phone
Preloaded on the newest devices
One UI 8 comes preinstalled on Samsung’s latest flagships, including:
- Galaxy Z Fold 7
- Galaxy Z Flip 7
- Galaxy S25 FE
- Galaxy Tab S11 series
These devices already ship with Android 16 and the latest Galaxy AI suite out of the box.
✅ Full list of One UI 8 eligible Samsung devices (U.S.)
Here are the confirmed Galaxy phones and tablets in the U.S. that will receive the One UI 8 update:
📱 Galaxy S Series
- S25 / S25+ / S25 Edge / S25 Ultra / S25 FE
- S24 / S24+ / S24 Ultra / S24 FE
- S23 / S23+ / S23 Ultra / S23 FE
- S22 / S22+ / S22 Ultra
- S21 FE
📱 Galaxy Z Series (Foldables)
- Z Fold 7
- Z Flip 7 / Z Flip 7 FE
- Z Fold 6 / Z Flip 6
- Z Fold 5 / Z Flip 5
- Z Fold 4 / Z Flip 4
💻 Galaxy Tab S Series
- Tab S11 Ultra / Tab S11
- Tab S10 Ultra / S10+ / Tab S10 FE+ / Tab S10 FE
- Tab S9 Ultra / S9+ / S9 / S9 FE+ / S9 FE
- Tab S8 Ultra / S8+ / S8
Note: AI features may be limited or unavailable on Tab S10 FE and Tab S10 FE+.
📱 Galaxy A Series
- A56 5G
- A54 5G / A53 5G
- A36 5G / A35 5G
- A26 5G / A25 5G
- A16 5G / A15 5G
Note: AI features may be limited or unsupported on budget A-series models.
How to check for the One UI 8 update on your device
To see if the update is available for your phone or tablet:
- Open the Settings app
- Scroll to Software update or System updates
- Tap Download and install
- Tap Check for updates
- If available, choose Download now
If you don’t see the update yet, don’t worry — Samsung is rolling it out in phases across regions and models. Keep checking periodically.
Looking ahead
With the full One UI 8 rollout in progress and new Galaxy devices launching with Android 16 out of the box, Samsung is solidifying its position at the forefront of Android innovation in the U.S.
This update not only refreshes the user experience but also brings AI closer to the core of Samsung’s ecosystem, setting the stage for even more intelligent features in 2026.
