Samsung’s release of the Android 15-based One UI 7 stable update has faced issues, with the full rollout timeline for eligible devices still unclear. Meanwhile, Samsung is developing One UI 8, which was recently previewed through leaked screenshots and a hands-on video running on the Galaxy Z Flip6. This early version includes a feature called Now Brief, expected to be available for older devices as well. Upcoming Galaxy Z Fold7 and Flip7 models are rumored to launch with One UI 8. Current devices are gradually receiving the One UI 7 update, with specific rollout dates available online.
Samsung has launched the stable update for One UI 7 based on Android 15, but the rollout has encountered numerous issues. Although the timeline for completing the rollout for all compatible devices remains uncertain, it’s known that Samsung is already in the works for One UI 8. Recently leaked screenshots from the Galaxy Z Fold6 provided our first glimpse of Samsung’s forthcoming Android skin, and now we have a hands-on video of One UI 8 shared by the team at SamMobile.
The video showcases One UI 8, which is built on Android 16, running on the Galaxy Z Flip6. This early version features Now Brief, indicating that this functionality will also be available for older Galaxy devices with One UI 8. You can view the full video below.
The upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 are expected to launch with One UI 8 pre-installed, with existing devices set to receive the update in the three months following the release of these new foldables.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6
While we don’t have the launch dates for the Galaxy Z Fold7 and Flip7 yet, if you’re a Samsung Galaxy device owner, you can check your device’s eligibility for the One UI 7 update by heading over here. Some devices are anticipated to receive the update this week, with the rollout gradually extending to others in the coming weeks. You can find the rollout dates here, and afterward, the complete changelog for One UI 7 is available here.
Additionally, there’s a walkthrough video for One UI 7 linked below.