Samsung's upcoming One UI 8 update has been one of the most anticipated Android releases this year, and now we finally have a roadmap for when your Galaxy device might actually get it. A leaked rollout schedule surfaced this week, reportedly courtesy of tipster Alfatürk on X, revealing specific dates spanning from mid-September through November.
The timeline shows Samsung taking a notably different approach compared to previous major updates. While the Galaxy S25 series will reportedly kick things off on September 18, there are some head-scratching choices in the pecking order that might leave you wondering what Samsung's priority algorithm actually looks like.
Here's where it gets interesting: the Galaxy S24 series won't get the update until September 25, a full week after the newer S25 models. That makes sense from a flagship-first perspective. But then things get weird. The Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6, Samsung's premium foldables from 2024, are reportedly scheduled for October 2, which puts them behind not just the S25 series but also the entire S24 lineup and even the Galaxy S23 series.
According to the leaked schedule, Samsung appears to be prioritizing its traditional smartphone lines over foldables this time around. The Galaxy S23 series, S23 FE, and even the Galaxy S22 series will all reportedly receive One UI 8 before the company's newest foldables. It's an unusual move that suggests Samsung might be working through some foldable-specific compatibility issues, or simply reshuffling its update priorities.
One UI 8, which is built on Android 16, represents Samsung's biggest interface overhaul in years. The update brings enhanced AI features, redesigned system animations, and improved multitasking capabilities particularly designed for larger screens. Samsung confirmed in recent weeks that it would begin the stable rollout sometime in September, making this leaked timeline align with their official communications.
The watch ecosystem isn't being left behind either. Galaxy Watch users can reportedly expect their One UI 8 updates starting October 1 for newer models like the Watch 7 and Watch 6 series, with older Watch 4 and Watch 5 models following in early November.
But here's the reality check: leaked schedules like this should be taken with the usual grain of salt. Samsung has previously denied unofficial rollout timelines, with company moderators explicitly stating they haven't announced official release schedules. Regional variations also mean your actual update date could shift by weeks or even months depending on your carrier and location.
The leaked dates reportedly focus primarily on Asian markets, so users in Europe and North America might see different timing entirely. Samsung's update rollouts are notoriously staggered by region, and carrier approval processes can add additional delays.
What's particularly notable about this One UI 8 rollout is how it represents Samsung's most ambitious update schedule in recent memory. The company is reportedly planning to update devices across six different product categories, from flagship phones to budget tablets to smartwatches, all within a roughly eight-week window. That's a massive logistical undertaking that could either showcase Samsung's improved update infrastructure or create bottlenecks if issues arise.
S series
Galaxy S25 Ultra – September 18
Galaxy S25+ – September 18
Galaxy S25 – September 18
Galaxy S25 Edge – September 25
Galaxy S24 Ultra – September 25
Galaxy S24+ – September 25
Galaxy S24 FE – September 25
Galaxy S24 – September 25
Galaxy S23 Ultra – October 2
Galaxy S23+ – October 2
Galaxy S23 FE – October 2
Galaxy S23 – October 2
Galaxy S22 Ultra – October 6
Galaxy S22+ – October 6
Galaxy S22 – October 6
Galaxy S21 FE 5G – October 2
Z series
Galaxy Z Fold 6 – October 2
Galaxy Z Flip 6 – October 2
Galaxy Z Fold 5 – October 13
Galaxy Z Flip 5 – October 13
Galaxy Z Fold 4 – October 6
Galaxy Z Flip 4 – October 6
A series
Galaxy A56 5G – September 25
Galaxy A36 5G – September 25
Galaxy A55 5G – October 6
Galaxy A54 5G – October 13
Galaxy A53 5G – October 30
Galaxy A52s 5G – October 13
Galaxy A35 5G – October 30
Galaxy A34 5G – October 30
Galaxy A33 5G – October 30
Galaxy A26 5G – October 2
Galaxy A25 5G – October 16
Galaxy A23 5G – October 16
Galaxy A17 5G – October 2
Galaxy A16 5G – October 2
Galaxy A15 5G – October 20
Galaxy A06 – October 23
M series
Galaxy M34 5G – October 20
Galaxy M33 5G – October 27
Galaxy M15 5G – October 27
Xcover series
Galaxy XCover 7 Pro – November 10
Galaxy XCover 7 – October 23
Galaxy XCover 6 Pro – October 23
Tab series
Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra 5G – October 1
Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra – October 1
Galaxy Tab S10+ 5G – October 1
Galaxy Tab S10+ – October 1
Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ 5G – October 9
Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ – October 9
Galaxy Tab S10 FE 5G – October 9
Galaxy Tab S10 FE – October 9
Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra – October 23
Galaxy Tab S9+ – October 23
Galaxy Tab S9 – October 23
Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ – October 13
Galaxy Tab S9 FE – October 13
Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra – October 23
Galaxy Tab S8+ – October 23
Galaxy Tab S8 – October 23
Galaxy Tab S8 Lite – October 9
Galaxy Tab S6 Lite – October 23
Galaxy Tab Active 5 Pro 5G – November 7
Galaxy Tab Active 5 5G – October 16
Galaxy Tab Active 5 – October 16
Galaxy Tab A9 – November 5
Galaxy Watch series
Galaxy Watch 7 – October 1
Galaxy Watch 6 Classic – October 1
Galaxy Watch 6 – October 1
Galaxy Watch FE – October 1
Galaxy Watch 5 Pro – November 3
Galaxy Watch 5 – November 3
Galaxy Watch 4 Classic – November 3
Galaxy Watch 4 – November 3
Whether this timeline proves accurate or not, it offers the clearest picture yet of Samsung's One UI 8 ambitions. The company is clearly planning a comprehensive rollout that touches virtually every corner of its ecosystem, even if the priority order raises some eyebrows along the way.
