Samsung tablets One UI 8 and 8.5

Thank you for your question about One UI 8.5 for Samsung tablets.

Samsung has confirmed that the One UI 8.5 update is being prepared and will begin rolling out in early 2026. This update is based on Android 16 and is expected to debut first on Samsung’s newest flagship devices (like the Galaxy S26 series), with the stable public rollout following shortly after.

For tablets, including models such as the Galaxy Tab A11 and other recent Samsung tablets that already received One UI 8, the One UI 8.5 update is expected to arrive later in the rollout cycle, generally after the initial release on flagship phones. Samsung typically releases major UI updates in stages, starting with flagship devices and then expanding to tablets and mid-range models over the coming months.

At the moment, Samsung has not announced an exact official release date for when One UI 8.5 will be available on Galaxy tablets. Once Samsung confirms the official schedule for tablets, it will be posted through Samsung’s software update channels and can be checked directly on your device via:
Settings > Software update > Download and install.

We appreciate your patience and interest as Samsung continues to improve its software offerings.