List of Samsung Devices That Will Not Receive Android 14-Based One UI 6.0 Google has started testing its upcoming version of Android, which is expected to be released sometime in August. Samsung is also gearing up for the next version of Android, likely to be One UI 6.0 based on Android 14. We already know which devices will receive Android 14-based One UI 6.0.
However, many devices will not receive One UI 6.0 as their support will end this year. Samsung recently updated its firmware support policy. Previously, the company only provided significant software updates for two to three years. Now, the company has committed to offering four years of substantial software upgrades and five years of security patches.
Samsung has upped its game by committing to four years of software upgrades after the Samsung Galaxy S21 series. This means that devices like Samsung Galaxy A33, Galaxy A53, Galaxy A73, Galaxy S21 FE, and more will receive updates. The company has also partnered with brands to offer discounts and EMI options for people who want to purchase high-end smartphones.
According to reports, Samsung has surpassed Xiaomi in India as more people move towards premium segments. Although Xiaomi also focuses on high-end devices, Samsung already has a strong market presence with premium features and offers for users.
Meanwhile, let’s look at those devices that will not receive One UI 6.0.
Samsung Devices That Will Not Receive One UI 6.0 (Android 14) Before continuing, we want to mention that Samsung still needs to confirm or release its One UI 6.0 schedule. However, Samsung is expected to start rolling out One UI 6.0 to major devices by the end of 2023. The devices listed below have reached the end of their OS update lifecycle.
| Series | Models |
|---|---|
| Galaxy S series | Galaxy S23 Ultra, Galaxy S23+, Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy S22 Ultra, Galaxy S22+, Galaxy S22, Galaxy S21 FE, Galaxy S21 Ultra, Galaxy S21+, Galaxy S21 |
| Galaxy Z series | Galaxy Z Fold 5, Galaxy Z Flip 5, Galaxy Z Fold 4, Galaxy Z Flip 4, Galaxy Z Fold 3, Galaxy Z Flip 3 |
| Galaxy A series | Galaxy A73, Galaxy A72, Galaxy A54, Galaxy A53, Galaxy A52 (A52 5G, A52s), Galaxy A34, Galaxy A33, Galaxy A24, Galaxy A23, Galaxy A14 (LTE+5G), Galaxy A13, Galaxy A04s, Galaxy A05s |
| Galaxy M series | Galaxy M54, Galaxy M53 5G, Galaxy M33 5G, Galaxy M23 |
| Galaxy F series | Galaxy F54, Galaxy F23, Galaxy F14 5G |
| Galaxy Xcover series | Galaxy Xcover 5 Pro, Galaxy Xcover 6 Pro |
| Galaxy Tab series | Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, Galaxy Tab S9+, Galaxy Tab S9, Galaxy Tab S9 FE, Galaxy Tab S9 FE+, Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra, Galaxy Tab S8+, Galaxy Tab S8, Galaxy Tab A7 Lite |
If you are running a device with Android 12 or older, your device support has already ended. You can check here for devices that will receive One UI 6.1. The first devices to receive the Android 14-based One UI 6.0 update will be the Samsung Galaxy S23/S23+ and S23 Ultra, followed by other devices like the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5.