May 27, 2026
Android 17 is almost here, with Google expected to release the stable version in June 2026. After that, Samsung will begin rolling out One UI 9 to eligible Galaxy devices.
But many Samsung users will be left behind.
Several popular Galaxy phones, tablets, and foldables have officially reached the end of their Android upgrade cycle, meaning Android 16 and One UI 8 will be their final major software update.
Devices launched in 2022 or earlier are the most affected. That includes the Galaxy S22 lineup, Galaxy A53, Galaxy A73, Galaxy Z Fold 4, Galaxy Z Flip 4, and multiple Galaxy M-series models widely used across Africa and other emerging markets.
