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A range of Samsung’s older Galaxy smartphones, including some mid-tier variants, are getting their significant One UI update for 2025.
Today (Sep 29) has turned into an update extravaganza, as SamMobile has reported sightings of Samsung’s One UI 8 update on numerous older devices. The source highlights insider Tarun Vats, who has been actively sharing continuous updates concerning Samsung’s early week rollout. Reports indicate that the Galaxy S23, S23 Plus, and S23 Ultra have been receiving the Android 16 update, which comes with a substantial 3GB download size.
The article notes that if you participated in the beta, you will only experience a slight update of approximately ~450MB. Furthermore, the update was initially visible for users in South Korea at the week’s start, implying that other regions should expect it as the week continues.
Samsung is also extending its update to the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Fold 5. Vats mentions the update is designated with version number FYI8 and has first appeared in South Korea. Among the many updates, Samsung is rolling out One UI 8 for its latest tablet series, the Galaxy Tab S10 Plus. The Ultra update is presumably not far off, following its initial launch in South Korea before reaching other areas.
The article learned of the update being available for Samsung’s mid-range Galaxy A35; however, Vats clarified that the A55 is included as well.
Samsung officially confirmed the arrival of One UI 8 in mid-September, after an extensive and challenging beta phase. The update commenced with its latest smartphones, the Galaxy S25 series, incorporating several enhanced AI functionalities and a reimagined (optimized) user experience in One UI. Among these features, users can explore various Galaxy AI tools for writing support, photo enhancements, calling aid, and more.
Moreover, One UI 8 introduces Knox Enhanced Encryption Protection and bolstered network security to safeguard against online dangers. Let’s not overlook personalization, as One UI 8 offers fresh lock screen styles and customized wallpapers.
Only a week after the Galaxy S25 received it, Samsung’s 2024 flagship devices began to obtain their One UI 8 update. As evidenced by the multitude of updates occurring today, Samsung initiated the rollout with users in its home country prior to extending it to others.
Samsung has maintained a steady rhythm with these updates, as during its Galaxy S25 rollout, the company indicated that other devices would receive the patch throughout October. Nonetheless, that timeline appears to have changed, with late September emerging as their critical period. This could relate to the recent rumors about One UI 8.5 test builds appearing on its internal servers. It seems Samsung is already planning ahead, and this update could be significant.
