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Galaxy S21 FE Begins Final Android 16 (One UI 8) Rollout in Thailand and Vietnam

The release marks the phone’s fourth, final Android upgrade, signaling a shift to a security‑patch‑only support window.

Overview

  • The update arrives as firmware G990EXXUIHYJ2, exceeds 2GB, and carries the September 2025 security patch.
  • One UI 8 brings Now Brief enhancements, more lock screen options, improved split‑screen, and refreshed Samsung Internet, Quick Share, and Weather apps.
  • Samsung has not provided timing for other regions, reflecting its typical staged rollout approach.
  • The Galaxy S21 FE launched in early 2022 with Android 12 and subsequently moved through Android 13, 14, and 15.
  • Following this upgrade, Samsung is expected to deliver security patches for roughly another year to 15 months.