There aren't many topics that Android users are particularly interested in as big, feature-rich updates. And with the Android 8.0 Oreo update looming on the horizon, we've been bombarded with questions again. Will the Galaxy S8 get this update? When can I update my Galaxy S7? How about my Galaxy S6? Here we write what we know. Please be patient as we will update this article whenever new details become available.
We will return to the question of which device will be updated, but for now we cannot make any predictions regarding the timing. So, for example, the Galaxy S8, of course, will receive Android 8.0, but we don’t know when yet. So let's move on to the lists. Galaxy devices.
These Galaxy devices will receive Android 8.0 Oreo:
- Galaxy S8- development, launch, find out. 02/14/18 - the beginning of the deployment of the update.
- Galaxy S8+- development, launch of a trial version. 02/14/18 - the beginning of the deployment of the update.
- Galaxy S8 Active
- Galaxy Note 8 Android 8.0 will be the first major OS update. 03/16/18 - the beginning of the deployment of the update.
- Galaxy Note FE Android 8.0 will be the first major OS update
- Galaxy S7
- Galaxy S7 Edge .
- Galaxy S7 Active Android 8.0 will be the second major OS update
- Galaxy A8 (2018) Android 8.0 will be the first major OS update
- Galaxy A8+ (2018) Android 8.0 will be the first major OS update
- Galaxy A7 (2017) Android 8.0 will be the second major OS update.
- Galaxy A5 (2017) Android 8.0 will be the second major OS update.
- Galaxy A3 (2017) Android 8.0 will be the second major OS update.
- Galaxy J7 (2017) / Pro models- J7s usually get at least one major OS update
- Galaxy J5 (2017) / Pro models- J5s usually get at least one major OS update
- Galaxy J7 Max Android 8.0 will be the first major OS update
- Galaxy C9 Pro Android 8.0 will be the first major OS update
- Galaxy C7 Pro Android 8.0 will be the first major OS update
- Galaxy Tab S3 flagship tablets usually get two major OS updates
- Galaxy X cover 4 Android 8.0 will be the first major OS update
- Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017) Android 8.0 will be the first major OS update
- Galaxy Tab 10.1 (2016) Android 8.0 will be the second major OS update
These Galaxy devices may be getting Android 8.0 Oreo:
- Galaxy S6 series but there were rumors (see comments)
- Galaxy A9 Pro
- Galaxy A8 (2016)- Android 8.0 will be the second OS update, but not sure yet
- Galaxy J7 (2016)
- Galaxy J5 (2016)- not clear yet, as one major OS update is already out
- Galaxy J3 (2017)- not all previous J3 models received a significant OS update
- Galaxy Tab S2 VE (2016 models)- not yet known
- Galaxy Tab A 7.0 (2016)- not yet known
- Galaxy J7 Prime (OnNxt)
- Galaxy Tab E 8.0- it is not yet known, but there was information that it will be possible
These Galaxy devices will not receive Android 8.0:
- Galaxy S4 series- will not receive a major Android update (final version 5.0.1)
- Galaxy S5 series- will not receive a major Android update (final version 6.0)
- Galaxy Note 5- already received two major Android updates
- Galaxy A7 (2016)- already received two major Android updates
- Galaxy A5 (2016)- already received two major Android updates
- Galaxy A3 (2016)- already received two major Android updates
- Galaxy J3 (2016)- did not receive an OS update and is unlikely to happen later
- Galaxy J2 (2016)- did not receive an OS update, it is unlikely to happen later
- Galaxy J1 version- these devices usually do not receive OS updates
How do we get to these lists, you ask? Tracking Samsung's Android updates over a long period of time makes it clear that many series and devices always receive two major OS updates before proceeding with a security update. However, as stated above, this rule does not quite hold true for most of the Galaxy J series, as well as some other devices.
We will update the lists above over time as we receive new information or as information becomes available elsewhere. We haven't included devices that have already stopped receiving major OS updates, such as the Galaxy S5 or Galaxy Note 4, even though they still receive new security patches regularly. Other devices not on this list will be added when we have information available to report.
The last thing we should note is that we are certainly not Samsung. This list is in no way based on official information and only lists our predictions and not Samsung's official update policy. If our information is found to be incorrect, we will update this article, but we are not responsible for updates to your device. If you think we've missed a device in the past two years, let us know in the comments and we'll try to add that device's information to our list.
Information update:
- May 1, 2018: .
- April 30, 2018: Oreo development for the Galaxy A8 and A8+ has begun.
- April 26, 2018: Galaxy Note 7 Fan Edition receives Android 8.0 update in South Korea.
- April 25, 2018: Galaxy A7 (2017) receiving Android 8.0 update in Vietnam.
- April 24, 2018: Oreo update for Galaxy A3 (2017) became available in Russia.
- April 18, 2018: Galaxy A5 (2017) is being updated to Android 8.0.
- April 3, 2018: AT&T and T-Mobile Galaxy S8 Active devices are getting the Oreo update.
- March 27, 2018: added more devices to the list, including Tab A 8.0 and 10.1 models.
- March 16, 2018: The Galaxy Note 8 is starting to receive the official Android 8.0 update in select markets.
- February 22, 2018: The Android 8.0 Oreo update for the Galaxy S8 has been relaunched. In the new stable version of the firmware, a critical issue with an unexpected reboot of the device has been resolved.
- February 15, 2018: For undefined period.
- February 14, 2018: rolling out Android 8.0 update for Galaxy S8/S8+ in select countries.
- January 30, 2018:
- January 15, 2018: Android 8.0 Oreo beta testing for Galaxy S8 completed. According to preliminary data, the release is scheduled for January 31 - early February.
- December 8, 2017: Download link leaked online via Reddit trial version android firmware 8.0.0 for unlocked Galaxy Note 8 (SM-N950U). Installation requires the official build of N950USQS2BQK2 and is only available for the Snapdragon variant of the Galaxy Note 8 in the US.
- November 1, 2017: started in several countries. .
- October 24, 2017: Expected that android oreo will be ready for release in early 2018.
- October 15, 2017: for devices such as Galaxy S8, Note 8 and others, there will be no intermediate versions of Android 7.1.x, the transition will happen from Android 7.0 directly to Android 8.0.
- September 21, 2017: Oreo beta expected for Galaxy S8.
- September 8, 2017: Development of Android 8.0 Oreo for the Galaxy S8 has begun.
- September 4, 2017: added more devices to the list.
- August 21, 2017: it became officially known that Android 8.0 will be called "Oreo". We expect specific update information for multiple Galaxy devices to surface in the coming weeks.
- June 27, 2017: The first list of Galaxy devices that will receive Android 8.0 has been posted.
And as is usually the case, Android users are starting to wonder if their smartphones will be able to upgrade, or if Android 8.0 will only be available on newer devices. After a quarter, only a small part Android users received the opportunity to upgrade, but at the same time, most still use operating systems of older versions.
Thanks to the efforts of Sammobile, a list has been compiled Samsung devices who will be able to upgrade to latest version OS. Samsung smartphones of various segments are widespread in many markets, and the company, no matter how you feel about it, tries not to forget even about its old devices.
Let's start with the sad news. The following devices do not have the required specs to fully run Android 8.0 Oreo and will not be updated:
- Galaxy S5 series - received system updates twice (updated to Marshmallow)
- Galaxy Note 5 - same as S5, updated twice
- Galaxy A series (2016) - updated twice (on Nougate)
- Galaxy J3 (2016) - hasn't received any updates, probably never will
- Galaxy J2 (2016) - did not receive updates, it is unlikely that it will ever receive
- Galaxy J1 - due to the lower price segment to which it belongs, it is not updated
These devices will be able to upgrade to Android 8.0 Oreo:
- S8 / s8 + are flagships, so the update is natural (in the near future)
- S8 Active - the same
- Note 8 is another flagship that will receive a major update for the first time
- Note FE - first update
- S7/ S7+/ edge/ active - last year's flagships that will receive the second major update
- A8 / A8 + (2018) - fresh mid-range solutions that will definitely get Android 8.0
- A7, A5, A3 (2017) - not yet obsolete Samsung smartphones, will receive a second major update
- J7 / J5 (2017)/Pro - affordable smartphones won't be left out either
- J7 Max - first major update
- C9 / C7 Pro - they won't leave them either
- Tab S3 - and even a tablet
There are a number of devices whose fate Samsung has not yet decided. Technically, devices will be able to pull the new version operating system, but they will work to the limit of their capabilities. In addition, they have already received recent OS updates:
- Galaxy S6 series – leaks and rumors stubbornly hint at updates, updated twice
- A9 Pro - updated twice, but may get Android Oreo
- A8 (2016) - quite possible
- J7 (2016) - one major update on the account has
- J5 (2016) - with one major update
- J3 (2017) - unlikely, but there is a chance
- Tab S2 VE (2016) - there are chances
- Tab A (2016) - not clear yet
- J7 Prime (OnNxt) - there is a high probability that it will be updated
If any of the devices is not in this list, then it means that it will not receive the update.
Android 8.0 Oreo operating system released by Google. The next wave of updates for smartphones from different manufacturers will begin soon. Which devices will be updated to the "eight" - read on the Treshbox.
Android 8.0 for Google Pixel and Nexus
Smartphones and one tablet from these lines will definitely receive stable version Android 8.0 Oreo as . The lucky list looks like this:
- Nexus 5X.
- Nexus 6P.
- Nexus player.
- Pixel C.
- Pixel.
- Pixel XL.
Two more test builds will be released before the final release. It is safe to say that for all representatives of the Nexus line in this list, the upgrade to the G8 will be the last. Their active life cycle is already coming to an end - only security updates remain. Thus, 2017 will be the year of the complete death of the Nexus line.
Android 8.0 for Samsung
Android 8.0 for Samsung smartphones will definitely see the light of day, but many popular gadgets will be left without a fresh version. As always, the update will come with a big delay - you can't expect anything else from the Koreans.
The list of Samsung devices with support for Android 8.0 may look like this:
- Galaxy S8 / S8+.
- Galaxy S7 / S7 Edge / S7 Active.
- Galaxy A3 / A5 / A7 (2017).
- Galaxy A3 / A5 / A7 / A9 (2016) - unlikely.
- Galaxy J5 / J7 / J7 Prime (2017).
- Galaxy C9/C9 Pro.
- Galaxy Note 7 Fandom Edition.
- Galaxy Note 8 (not yet presented).
- Galaxy Tab S3.
At the same time, you can be sure that the new flagship Galaxy Note 8 phablet, which will be shown at the end of the summer of 2017, will receive Android 7.0 Nougat, and not the G8.
Gadgets such as the Galaxy S6, Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy J3/J5 will be left out as they are either too cheap or have expired.
Android 8.0 for Nokia
Nokia, or rather HMD Global, in collaboration with Google, proudly announced that all its new products based on the operating Android systems will be updated to the next major version - 8.0. In addition, devices under the Finnish brand - the speed will be at the level of Google Pixel, Nexus and BlackBerry.
Android 8.0 update list for Nokia:
- Nokia 3.
- Nokia 5.
- Nokia 6.
- Nokia 8.
Android 8.0 for Xiaomi
Android 8.0 on Xiaomi is a sore point for owners of gadgets from this Chinese manufacturer. The guys from Xiaomi regularly update their MIUI firmware, supplementing it with fresh features, but they are too lazy to switch to new versions of the system. But still, MIUI 9 based on Android 8.0 will definitely see the light of day and many Xiaomi devices will receive this update:
- Mi 6 / Mi 6 Plus.
- Mi 5S / Mi 5S Plus.
- Redmi note 4 (most likely Snapdragon only).
- Mi Max / Mi Max 2.
- Mi note 2.
- Mi Mix.
The rest of the smartphones will either receive MIUI 9 based on Android 7.0, or they will remain on their “sixes”.
Android 8.0 for Sony
Many Sony smartphones of the new Xperia X lines have acquired MediaTek processors, which will certainly greatly affect the update policy. Nevertheless, the Japanese have always been famous for their good support, although after the release of the "seven" they lost a lot.
The exact list of Android 8.0 list for Sony:
- Xperia X.
- Xperia X performance.
- Xperia XZ.
- Xperia X Compact.
- Xperia XZ Premium.
- Xperia XZs.
- Xperia XA1.
- Xperia XA1 Ultra.
- Xperia XA1 Plus.
- Xperia Touch.
Android 8.0 for LG
This Korean company basically tries to release updates faster than Samsung. The list of LG gadgets with support for Android 8.0 is unlikely to be long, but delays are unlikely:
- G6 / G6+.
- Q6 / Q6α / Q6+.
- V10/V20.
Android 8.0 for Motorola
Under the wing of China's Lenovo, Motorola's Moto smartphones are no longer offering the great support they used to be. Updates come with a delay, some devices do not receive the latest version of the system at all, but there are no interface add-ons - only pure Android.
Android 8.0 on Motorola:
- MotoZ.
- Moto Z Droid.
- Moto Z Force Droid.
- Moto Z Play.
- Moto Z Play Droid.
- Moto Z2 Play / Z2 Force.
- Moto X4.
- Moto G4 / Moto G4 Plus.
- Moto G5 / Moto G5 Plus.
- Moto G5S / Moto G5S Plus.
Android 8.0 for Huawei
In June 2017, Chinese tech giant Huawei confirmed that the company was working on streamlining latest android 8.0 for your smartphones and tablets. A detailed list of updated gadgets was not disclosed. It probably looks something like this:
- Huawei P10 / P10 Lite / P10 Plus.
- Huawei Mate 8 (unlikely).
- Huawei Mate 9 / Mate 9 Pro / Mate 9 Porsche Design.
- Honor 8 / 8 Pro.
- Honor 9 / 9 Pro.
- Huawei Nova / Nova Plus (unlikely).
- Huawei Nova 2 / Nova 2 Plus.
- Huawei Y3/Y5/Y7.
Android 8.0 for HTC
The gradually fading manufacturer HTC has already announced that its flagships will get not only Android 8.0, but also the next Android P. Basically, this only applies to the fresh U-series. Thus, Android 8.0 on HTC will most likely be released on these gadgets:
- HTC U11.
- HTC U Ultra.
- HTC U Play.
- HTC Desire 10 pro.
- HTC Desire 10 Lifestyle.
- HTC 10/10 Evo.
Android 8.0 for One Plus
Chinese brand OnePlus has only a few smartphones in its portfolio, but all of them have been regularly updated to the new OS version. You can be sure that the last three flagships of this Chinese manufacturer are:
- OnePlus 5.
- One Plus 3 / 3T.
Android 8.0 for ZTE
This large Chinese company has not yet announced its plans to release Android 8.0 for its smartphones. However, it is safe to expect that these Chinese will not let their customers down by updating as many gadgets as possible in a timely manner. Among them may be:
The list is by no means final - other BQ devices will surely fall into it. It’s just that these two gadgets came out recently and are the flagships of the BQ brand.
The article is actively being finalized and updated with fresh information.
Android 8.0 Oreo, which was released on August 21, is slowly starting to gain momentum in the market. Every year, the largest mobile operating systems (including iOS) receive updates that, albeit a little, make the process of using a smartphone more comfortable. The release of Android 8.0 was indeed expected by many, although most of its features were "leaked" long before the official release. But disputes regarding the name were conducted until the very day of the presentation, but, in the end, we received the expected version of Oreo, named after the famous cookie. Today we'd like to discuss what's new in Android 8.0 and take a look at the list of devices that will receive the update.
Android 8.0 is more stable, safer and more energy efficient
At first glance, a person who is not particularly interested in operating systems and technologies will not find any differences between and Android Oreo. You just need to dig deeper. Now there is nothing special to surprise with mobile OS - a couple of bright "chips" in the new version and that's it. The developers focused on improving security and optimizing systems so that the user can fully enjoy working with the OS.
To make Android 8.0 faster, Google has been actively working to limit "gluttonous" programs that not only consume smartphone resources, but also significantly affect battery life. Involved new technology Doze and Doze, which is smart about working with background applications by limiting them. In addition, applications in Android 8.0 have become less likely to request access to other services, including geolocation. It is worth noting that your location information will be requested less frequently and google apps who love to watch their users.
In general, in Android 8.0, developers have tried to implement as many ideas as possible that will make the version fast, efficient and with a minimum of errors. Naturally, time will pass, a couple of updates will be released before the novelty is polished. As always.
Android 8.0 brings new icons and improved quick settings
For casual users who don't want to go into the details of each change, the visual changes are more interesting. Here it is worth highlighting adaptive dynamic icons. Familiar application icons, which until now were static in “pure” Android, have learned to move. Choose a visual effect and enjoy.
Even more interesting is the ability to change the shape of the icons. You yourself set what shape the application icon will be: square, round. Moreover, Android 8.0 introduces the ability to completely change appearance icons, and even system tools. Google is getting closer to users every year, fulfilling our desires.
Here we note that the new version has more options for setting up the lock screen. Now you can not only change background image, but also set the necessary buttons, as well as their position.
A little change awaits us in the notification curtain (about the notifications themselves a little later) Android 8.0, where the panel is located quick settings. However, you will not find important innovations here. The developer just tried to slightly improve what, in principle, is already well done.
The new notification system in Android Oreo
The most interesting for many users will be. It actually gets tweaked every year - Google won't come to a consensus on everything. In Android 8.0, the user will have even more control over notifications. Special channels (classes) have been added that allow you to split notifications from different applications into categories. The control panel will become cleaner, and it will become more comfortable to work with messages from various programs and games.
Be that as it may, we believe that the notification channels in Android Oreo will not be fully usable right away. Initially, only Google services will be able to boast that they will be divided into categories, the rest of the application will probably find a home in the "Miscellaneous" class for the first time.
Added in Android 8.0 is a kind of silence mode, thanks to which you can postpone notifications from applications for a specified period of time (15, 30, 60 minutes). Naturally, you can completely turn off notifications from specific applications.
It is very interesting how we think the indicators of new notifications on the application icons look. Next to the icons in Android 8.0, a counter appeared that will show the number of notifications from a particular program. The innovation turned out to be quite useful for many active users, who now just look at the application to understand how many new messages have arrived.
Changed settings menu and picture-in-picture in Android 8.0
Completely redesigned settings menu in the new android versions. By the way, Google annually makes noticeable changes to the settings interface. Perhaps, finally, we will get the perfect option. In Android 8.0, the settings menu has become more organized, clear and convenient. For each function or characteristic of the device, a separate general category has appeared, within which several smaller subcategories are hidden. Everything looks good, although at first it will not be very convenient.
We haven't forgotten about picture-in-picture (PiP) technology, which appeared in Android 8.0 Oreo. Initially, it was used in television, but moved to smartphones as the screen diagonal grew. Picture-in-picture technology is a mode when (in the case of TVs) two TV channels are displayed simultaneously (the second one is in the form of a small window in the corner). On smartphones with Android 8.0, using the technology, it will be possible to work simultaneously with two applications, which will increase productivity. It is somewhat reminiscent of the split screen mode that appeared in Android Nougat.
Other changes in Android 8.0
But that's not all Android Oreo innovations. What else did the developers present in the new version of the OS:
- Autocomplete. Hate entering username and password? Android 8.0 introduced system-wide support for form autofill.
- Fingerprint scanner features. The new version seriously worked on expanding the number of gestures that can be used with a fingerprint scanner.
- Kotlin support. New language programming, which is distinguished by conciseness and security, which Java cannot boast to the same extent. Especially this innovation of Android 8.0 will be of interest to developers.
- New emoji.
List of devices that will receive the update to Android 8.0 Oreo
Already in September-October 2017, they will receive the long-awaited Android 8.0 firmware. It is clear that among them will be the flagships of Google itself, as well as large companies that are actively cooperating with the developer of the operating system.
Pixel and Nexus
So, in the forefront are Nexus and smartphones. They will definitely get an update to Android 8.0 Nexus 5X and 6P. For them, it will be the last - the life cycle of these devices is coming to an end. The entire Pixel line will receive a new version (presumably in October, Google will introduce the second generation of Pixel, which will immediately be released with Android 8.0).
Samsung
At the end of 2017 (beginning of 2018), owners of flagship smartphones will be able to download Android 8.0. will receive Galaxy update S7, S8, Note 8, mid-range device lines introduced in 2017 (A, J, C). Probably won't update to Android Oreo samsung galaxy S6, as well as mid-budget smartphones of yesteryear.
LG
This Korean company is likely to start updating its smartphones as early as the fall of 2017. In the queue for the update, of course, are the flagships, taking first place. Its simplified versions (Q6, Q6a) will definitely receive a new version of Android, the V line, as well as last year's flagship G5, will not remain without updates.
HTC
The manufacturer assured that by the end of 2017 it will update the latest flagship HTC U11 to Android 8.0 Oreo. Already at the beginning of 2018, we should expect a new version on U Ultra, U Play, Desire 10, HTC 10 and some other smartphones. Probably, HTC will be one of the first companies whose smartphones will receive the coveted "eight".
Nokia
HMD, which now owns the Nokia brand, announced a long time ago that it worked closely with Google, which provided one of the first updates to the operating system for its smartphones. Download Android 8.0 Oreo will be able to the owner of any Nokia. System updates should be expected at the end of 2017 (beginning of 2018).
One Plus
So far, it cannot boast of a large number of released smartphones, but each of them regularly receives system updates. Android 8.0 in early 2018 will be able to boast OnePlus 3 / 3T, as well as OnePlus 5. For the first two, probably Last update OS.
Sony and Motorola
Closer to 2018, and the devices of these two companies will begin to receive updates to Android 8.0. Among the first are the latest flagships.
Huawei
Quite a few Huawei smartphones already in the winter will begin to receive updates to Android 8.0. The company announced a few months ago that it was working on optimizing its own shell for the new version of the OS. The list of devices is quite extensive. Naturally, it includes the latest flagships / P10 Lite / P10 Plus, as well as Mate 9. Most likely, Honor 8/9, as well as Nova 2 will be updated. The latest from the budget lines Y3, Y5 and Y7 will also receive a version.
Xiaomi
Owners Xiaomi smartphones not see an update, most likely until early 2018. It is possible that the new version of the autumn will be presented on the new version, but it is hard to believe in this. Mi 6 will be updated, possibly Mi 5S. The Max line of phablets, as well as the flagship Mi Note 2, will not be left without Android 8.0. We hope that the Redmi line will also get Android Oreo in 2018.
The list is regularly updated with other companies. We can say with confidence that there will be no updates for old smartphones and budget-level solutions. Probably, there will be no updates for little-known device models. Here we can only hope for custom Android 8.0 firmware, which will begin to appear in the next month or two. We wait.
Conclusion
Android 8.0 looks quite interesting, although this version did not make a splash in the mobile OS market. Google just fixes bugs previous versions, adding useful features that the user is waiting for. Oreo is just starting to spread, so it's too early to make a final verdict. Let's see how a new version system will manifest itself at least on a couple of devices.
The first release of Android Oreo for Samsung Galaxy smartphones has finally hit the market, and today we want to tell you everything we know and think we know about Samsung's plans for the Galaxy S6 and other Galaxy phones and tablets.
Despite the release of the update for the first Galaxy phones, Samsung is still not talking about its plans for smartphones and tablets in the series. However, we can fill in a few gaps about Galaxy smartphones and tablets.
In this review, you will get to know the important things regarding the update from Samsung and the release of Oreo on popular mid-range smartphones and tablets.
We'll be updating this article as we continue to receive new information about Samsung's plans for Android Oreo, so bookmark this page and check back often for updates.
UpdateOreo onSamsungGalaxyOreo: What's new?
Let's start with some things you should know about Android 8.0 Oreo and the new Samsung Experience 9.0 interface.
Samsung's version of Android Oreo is not identical Google versions running on Pixel and Nexus devices, but the two systems have a lot in common.
Operating system Google Android 8.0 Oreo is packed to the brim with new features, tweaks, and improvements. The system comes with over 60 new and redesigned emojis, updated notifications, improved loading speeds, deep colors, auto-fill, and several new security features.
Another notable change is that Galaxy and Android Oreo users will no longer be able to store fingerprint, iris, or face data unless using screen lock protection like a pattern, PIN, or password.
On our site you will find a comparison guide between Android Oreo and Android Nougat. This is a useful article for those who want to study the changes before Samsung releases these updates.
As for Samsung's version of Android Oreo, here's what we know so far.
The new user interface of Samsung Experience 9.0 is full of new features, improvements and tweaks. Here are some of these features:
Updated the main screen and quick settings panel;
Samsung keyboard update;
New Edge features;
Custom colored folders;
Improved photo gallery privacy;
Clock improvement;
New emoji;
New and improved keyboardSamsung.
Fast and smart "Search".
New keyboards for fast typing;
New emoticons, emojis,GIFs and stickers;
Color filters;
Galaxy S7 Active
Galaxy A8 (2016)
Galaxy A8 (2018)
Galaxy A8+ (2018)
Galaxy A7 (2017)
Galaxy A5 (2017)
Galaxy A3 (2017)
Galaxy J7 (2017)
Galaxy J5 (2017)
These devices appear in the unofficial Android 8.0 update list for Galaxy on Chinese Weibo, backed by an unofficial update list from the XDA-Developer forum, and some of them appeared in the update list. software suppliers mobile communications USA.
T-Mobile confirmed several other Android 8.0 Oreo updates ahead of Samsung's announcements.
The American service provider has indicated that the Galaxy Note 8, Galaxy J7 Prime, Galaxy Tab E 8, Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge are updated to Android 8.0.
It also promises an Android Oreo update for the Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 Edge, and Galaxy Note 5. The information seems to confirm the update for these devices. The remaining smartphones and the update status are in the "Manufacturer Development" phase.
Several reports claim that Samsung is focusing on developing the Android 8.0 Oreo update for the Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 Edge, Galaxy A5, Galaxy A3, and Galaxay Tab S3.
In fact, the Oreo update for the Galaxy S7 just recently leaked onto the internet from Vietnam.
The US is also testing an Oreo update on the Galaxy S8 Active. Galaxy S8 Active - durable Samsung version Galaxy S8. Unlike its predecessors, the smartphone model is less exclusive.
The following devicesGalaxy may not receiveAndroid 8.0oreo
If you have a device that is two years old or a device that has already received two big Android updates, the chances of getting Android Oreo are extremely slim.
This means that popular devices like the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy Note 5 are beyond the refresh age no matter what.
Along with the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy Note 5, here are a few other devices that may be limited to Android Nougat:
Galaxy S6 Active
Galaxy A7 (2016)
Galaxy A5 (2016)
Galaxy A3 (2016)
Galaxy J3 (2016)
Galaxy J2 (2016)
This is not an official list and we might see some models being excluded and added to the list before all is said and done.
Unofficial list of devicesGalaxy updated toAndroidOreo.
Recently, a Samsung customer service rep claimed that the Android Oreo update for the Galaxy S6 would see the light of day in January or February, but we wouldn't expect something like that.
If these devices remain on Android Nougat, this does not mean that software support will end. Samsung and manufacturing partners support devices with security updates and various bug fixes, well beyond the two-year support period.
The Samsung Galaxy Note 4 and Galaxy Note Edge, two smartphones still on Marshmallow, however, have recently received an update with the latest security patches from the company.
UpdateSamsung in February
And while your mind is on Android 7.1.1 Nougat and Android 8.0, your next update will probably be neither.
Samsung continues to release monthly security updates that provide fixes (from Google and Samsung) for potential problem areas and, in some cases, bug fixes for Nougat.
The company recently released another January security update and provided fixes for several critical security flaws. The update is rolling out to the Galaxy S8, Galaxy Note 8, Galaxy S7, Galaxy S6, and more.
Google recently rolled out the February security patches, and we expect Samsung to release its own version of the February update soon. Android Oreo for the Galaxy S8 is coming with the February update.
The company is reportedly working on a February update for the non-Android 8.0 Samsung Galaxy Note 8, so there's a chance the Note 8 will get those fixes before it gets Oreo.