One UI 8.5: update rollout schedule in Europe for Samsung flagships
18.05.26
10 days after the global release began in South Korea on May 6, Samsung began distributing the One UI 8.5 update to its flagship devices on May 16 in the United States. This update covers key 2024 lineups, including the premium Galaxy S24 series and the innovative foldable Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Flip6 smartphones. In Europe, updates became available even earlier.
Below is a detailed table of availability of the stable One UI 8.5 update (based on Android 16) for Samsung’s flagship lines in the European region, which includes Ukraine.
One UI 8.5 Rollout schedule
| One UI 8.5 Rollout Schedule | Status in Europe | Current Rollout Timeline | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galaxy S26, S26+, S26 Ultra | Available | Since March 2026 | Ships with One UI 8.5 out of the box. |
| Galaxy S25, S25+, S25 Ultra | Available | Since May 11, 2026 | The global rollout is already underway across Europe. |
| Galaxy S25 FE | Available | Since May 12, 2026 | The update has been confirmed for European models. |
| Galaxy Z Fold7, Z Flip7 | Available | May 11–15, 2026 | The rollout is taking place alongside the S25 series. |
| Galaxy S24, S24+, S24 Ultra | Available / Rolling out | May 11–20, 2026 | Stable One UI 8.5 is already available in several European countries. |
| Galaxy S24 FE | Rolling out | May 2026 | The rollout is expected shortly after the main S24 lineup. |
| Galaxy Z Fold6, Z Flip6 | Rolling out | Second half of May 2026 | The firmware has already appeared on Samsung’s European servers. |
| Galaxy S23, S23+, S23 Ultra | Expected | Late May 2026 | Samsung has begun preparing the third wave of the rollout. |
| Galaxy S23 FE | Expected | June 2026 | Traditionally receives updates later than the main S23 lineup. |
| Galaxy S22, S22+, S22 Ultra | Expected | June–July 2026 | This will likely be the last major Android update for the series. |
Specifics of the One UI 8.5 update for Samsung flagships
The deployment of the stable version of One UI 8.5 has certain specifics. Typically, the update is available for carrier versions of devices (carrier-locked) earlier than for unlocked ones. Smartphones that were purchased in retail chains (unlocked), which is most often typical for Ukraine, receive the update a little later. This is also typical for the US market, where the update started later.
How to install One UI 8.5
To check for an update manually, go to the Settings > Software update menu.
FAQ
How can I check for an update on my phone?
Go to the “Settings” of your smartphone, select the “Software Update” section and click “Download and Install”.
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