Android operating systems in 2025 are what individual phone brands make of them. Android 16 is publicly available as part of the Android Open Source Project, but it’s barebones, and brands like Google ...

Leaked builds show Samsung’s next One UI 8.5 update, debuting with the Galaxy S26, will be based on Android 16’s second quarterly release (QPR2). This is significant because most device makers skip ...

Editorial Note: Talk Android may contain affiliate links on some articles. If you make a purchase through these links, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more. Samsung launches ...

Leaked builds confirm One UI 8.5 will be based on Android 16 QPR2, marking a significant strategic shift for Samsung. By adopting this quarterly update, Samsung breaks tradition and delivers new ...

It’s been a busy year for Samsung’s software team. After launching a pretty massive overhaul with One UI 7 earlier this year — an update that took far longer to reach older devices than most expected ...

UPDATE (October 14, 2025): Samsung has halted the update due to a possible firmware issue. That goes for all three Galaxy S22 smartphones. The company has allegedly identified an issue, and is ...

Samsung has started rolling out its Android 16 update to Galaxy phones and tablets, with a schedule running through November at least. Here’s when to expect the update on your Galaxy device, and which ...