Samsung has officially commenced the stable rollout of its Android 16-based One UI 8 firmware in South Korea, marking a significant upgrade for many Galaxy users. Enthusiasts are reporting that the highly anticipated One UI 8 update is now reaching devices across the Galaxy S24 series, alongside the company’s cutting-edge sixth-generation foldable smartphones.
One UI 8 Update Arrives for Galaxy S24, Galaxy Z Fold 6, and Galaxy Z Flip 6
According to reports, the One UI 8 update is now live for both the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 in South Korea. Users of these foldable devices can expect to see one of the following build numbers:
- G990EXXUHHYH2
- G990EOLMHHYH2
- G990EXXUHHYH2
In parallel, Samsung has confirmed the stable Android 16-based update is also making its way to Galaxy S24 series users within the same market. Various community forum posts from Samsung South Korea confirm this rollout. This update notably includes the latest security patch for September 2025.
Owners of the Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra should look out for one of these build numbers:
- S928NKSU4CYI7
- S926NKSU9CYI7
- S921NKSU9CYI7
This follows the recent One UI 8 update for the Galaxy S25 series, which was first introduced earlier this month in South Korea and has since expanded to other regions, including India. Samsung had previously announced that the One UI 8 update would become available for the Galaxy S24 series, Galaxy Z Fold 6, Galaxy Z Flip 6, and Galaxy S24 FE “later this year.”
The tech giant highlights that One UI 8 brings substantial improvements in artificial intelligence (AI), designed to enhance daily smartphone usage. These advancements are said to focus on three core areas: multimodal functionality, optimized experiences for various device form factors, and intelligent, personalized pre-suggestions.
How to Download the One UI 8 Update
The One UI 8 update will be delivered as a free over-the-air (OTA) update to all eligible devices. When the update is ready for your device, you will receive a notification. Alternatively, you can manually check for the update by navigating to Settings > Software Update on your Samsung Galaxy device.
To complete the installation, tap on Download and Install and accept the terms and conditions. Given that the update is already live in South Korea, it is anticipated to reach other international markets in the near future.
A related video is available, showcasing further details.