Samsung Unveils One UI 8 Rollout Schedule for India, Most Devices to Get Android 16 in October
Samsung One UI 8 rollout for India has officially been announced, revealing an impressively fast-paced schedule. According to the timeline, the vast majority of eligible Galaxy devices are slated to receive the major Android 16-based upgrade in a massive wave throughout October, with the remaining few scheduled for November.
The stable rollout of One UI 8 has already commenced in India, beginning with the flagship Galaxy S25 series. The program will expand significantly next month.
Samsung One UI 8 in India October Wave
October is set to be a busy month for Samsung, with the One UI 8 update planned for a vast range of devices. This wave will include flagship models like the Galaxy S24, S23, S22, and S21 FE series. It also covers the last three generations of foldable phones, including the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6.
Furthermore, a wide array of popular mid-range Galaxy A series phones and the flagship Galaxy Tab S lineup, from the S8 to the new S10 series, are also scheduled to receive the update during the same month.
November for Remaining Devices
A smaller group of devices will get the update in the final wave in November. This list primarily includes budget-friendly models from the Galaxy A and M series, as well as the Galaxy Tab A9 lineup.
Samsung One UI 8 Schedule Indicates Priority, Not Precise Order
While the timeline provides a clear monthly window, analysts note that the specific order in which devices are listed appears illogical. For instance, the Galaxy Z Fold 5 is listed after the older Z Fold 4. This suggests users should view the list as a guide for which month their device will be updated, rather than the exact sequence of the rollout.
If Samsung adheres to this timeline, it will mark one of the company’s fastest and most widespread major OS updates to date. While some owners of recent flagships like the Galaxy S24 and Z Fold 6 may have hoped for a September release, the overall schedule demonstrates a strong commitment to delivering software updates promptly across its diverse portfolio.
