Samsung Reveals May 2025 One UI Update Rollout Plan: Eligible Galaxy Devices Listed

Samsung Announces May 2025 One UI Update Rollout Plan for Galaxy Devices

Samsung has officially revealed the May 2025 One UI software update rollout plan for Galaxy smartphones and tablets. As always, the company has categorized its update strategy into Monthly, Quarterly, and Biannual security patches, depending on the priority and age of the devices.

Samsung May 2025 Security Update Rollout Plan

While the list remains mostly consistent with the April 2025 schedule, there are notable changes: some devices were added, and others were removed. This monthly transparency reflects Samsung’s ongoing commitment to delivering timely software and security support to its user base.

Let’s take a deep dive into the May 2025 One UI update schedule and see which Galaxy devices are eligible for updates this month.

🔐 Monthly Security Update: Flagships and Premium A-Series

Samsung’s Monthly Security Update list includes its most premium and performance-oriented devices. These typically receive the most prompt and regular patches.

✅ Eligible Galaxy Devices for May 2025 Monthly Security Updates:

• Galaxy Z Series:

  • Galaxy Z Fold3 5G, Z Flip3 5G

  • Galaxy Z Fold4, Z Flip4

  • Galaxy Z Fold5, Z Flip5

  • Galaxy Z Fold6, Z Flip6

  • Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition

  • W23, W23 Flip

  • W24, W24 Flip

  • W25, W25 Flip

• Galaxy S Series:

  • Galaxy S21 FE 5G

  • Galaxy S22, S22+, S22 Ultra

  • Galaxy S23, S23+, S23 Ultra, S23 FE

  • Galaxy S24, S24+, S24 Ultra, S24 FE

  • Galaxy S25, S25+, S25 Ultra

• Galaxy A-Series (Premium/Enterprise):

  • Galaxy A56 5G

  • Galaxy A53 5G, A54 5G, A55 5G

• Enterprise & Rugged Devices:

  • Galaxy XCover6 Pro

  • Galaxy XCover7

🟩 No Changes from April 2025

This month, Samsung has made no changes to the list of devices under monthly updates. It remains identical to the April 2025 list. This means all the flagship Z and S series, along with some select A-series and enterprise devices, continue to receive monthly patches.

🔄 Quarterly Security Update: Mid-range & Older Flagships

The Quarterly Security Update list includes a vast lineup of Galaxy devices across different segments — ranging from older S and Note models to mid-range A, M, and F series, and several tablets.

Samsung has increased the count of eligible devices this month to 88, compared to 87 in April 2025.

✅ Eligible Galaxy Devices for May 2025 Quarterly Updates:

• Galaxy S Series:

  • Galaxy S20 FE, S20 FE 5G

  • Galaxy S21, S21+, S21 Ultra

• Galaxy Note Series:

  • Galaxy Note20, Note20 5G

  • Galaxy Note20 Ultra, Note20 Ultra 5G

• Galaxy A Series:

  • A13, A13 5G, A23, A23 5G

  • A33 5G, A73 5G

  • A04, A04s, A04e

  • A14, A14 5G, A24

  • A34 5G, A05, A05s

  • A15, A15 5G, A25 5G, A35 5G

  • A06, A06 5G, A16, A16 5G

  • New Addition: A26 5G

  • A36 5G

  • C55 5G

• Galaxy M Series:

  • M13, M13 5G, M23 5G

  • M33 5G, M53 5G

  • M04, M14, M14 5G

  • M34 5G, M44 5G, M54 5G

  • M05, M15 5G, M35 5G

  • M55 5G, M55s 5G

  • M06 5G, M16 5G, M56 5G

• Galaxy F Series:

  • F13, F04, F14, F14 5G

  • F34 5G, F54 5G

  • F05, F15 5G, F55 5G

  • F06 5G, F16 5G

• Galaxy Tab Series:

  • Tab S6 Lite (2024), Tab S8, S8+, S8 Ultra

  • Tab S9, S9+, S9 Ultra

  • Tab S9 FE, S9 FE+

  • Tab S10+, S10 Ultra

  • Tab S10 FE, S10 FE+

  • Tab A9, A9+

• Enterprise/Rugged Devices:

  • A52s 5G

  • Tab Active3, Active4 Pro, Active5

  • Galaxy XCover5

🔻 Changes from April 2025:

• Removed:

  • Galaxy A52

  • Galaxy XCover Pro

• Added:

  • Galaxy A26 5G – now receiving quarterly updates, reflecting its recent arrival in Samsung’s mid-range lineup.

Samsung’s approach shows a natural phase-out of older models while bringing in new releases such as the A26 5G to ensure up-to-date protection.

🕓 Biannual Security Update: Legacy and Entry-level Devices

Samsung’s biannual update schedule is meant for older or less frequently updated models, including legacy smartphones and affordable entry-level options.

The May 2025 list includes 20 devices, down from 21 in April 2025.

✅ Eligible Galaxy Devices for May 2025 Biannual Updates:

• Galaxy A Series:

  • A22, A22 5G

  • A03, A03s, A03 Core

• Galaxy M Series:

  • M21 2021

  • M22, M32, M32 5G

  • M42 5G, M52 5G

• Galaxy F Series:

  • F22, F42 5G, F52 5G

• Galaxy Tab Series:

  • Tab A7 Lite, Tab A8

  • Tab S6 Lite, Tab S7 FE

• W Series:

  • W22 5G

🔻 Change from April 2025:

• Removed:

  • Galaxy A82 5G

The A82 5G appears to have reached the end of its update lifecycle, highlighting Samsung’s regular pruning of its software support list as devices age.

🔍 Summary of Key Changes in May 2025 Security Update Plan

💬 Final Thoughts: Samsung Continues Strong Software Support

Samsung remains a leader in the Android ecosystem when it comes to long-term software support. The May 2025 update plan reaffirms its strategic update cycles for different devices — whether they are premium flagships or entry-level smartphones.

The addition of the Galaxy A26 5G to the quarterly list is promising for buyers of newer mid-range models. Meanwhile, the removal of older devices like the A82 5G shows that Samsung remains selective and strategic in offering updates to actively used and capable devices.

Users are encouraged to check their device settings regularly to manually initiate updates or confirm if the May patch has arrived for their Galaxy model.

🔧 How to Check for Updates on Your Galaxy Device:

1. Open Settings.

2. Scroll down and tap on Software Update.

3. Tap Download and Install.

4. If an update is available, follow the on-screen instructions to install.

📌 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Is my Galaxy A52 still supported for security updates?
No, as of May 2025, the Galaxy A52 has been removed from the quarterly update list.

Q2: Will the Galaxy A26 5G receive Android version upgrades?
The A26 5G is now on the quarterly update list, which means it is likely to receive Android upgrades along with security patches.

Q3: What happens if my device is no longer on any update list?
Devices not listed may no longer receive security patches. It is recommended to consider upgrading to a newer Galaxy model to stay protected.