Samsung updates one of its most beloved phones with One UI 8

Samsung promised and delivered. A few weeks after the launch of One UI 8, one of the company’s most popular phones received a long-awaited update. We’re talking about the Galaxy A73, a mid-range smartphone that debuted over three years ago and is reaching the end of its lifecycle in terms of software updates.

According to SamMobile, Samsung has released One UI 8 update for Galaxy A73. Firmware A736BXXUAGYJ1 is now available in select Asian countries and is expanding to other regions of the world. The 2.5GB download will install Android 16 with One UI 8.0 and the September 2025 security patch, so your phone is protected from threats.

One interface 8 will be the last major software update what the Galaxy A73 will get. If we remember, Samsung promised four operating system updates and five years of security patches and bug fixes. This made him attractive mid-range optionespecially for those users who plan to keep the mobile phone for many years.

Although the Galaxy A73 was not a bestseller, its launch It was well received in Asia and Latin America. thanks to a 6.7-inch screen, a 108 MP camera and a 5000 mAh battery with fast charging. Despite this, this model could not compete with the Galaxy A53, which, although it had downgraded specifications, the starting price made it more attractive.

One UI 8 will come to Samsung Galaxy A73 and Galaxy A53

Like his older brother, The Galaxy A53 will also receive the One UI 8 update. and this will be the last one. The mobile phone is included in Samsung’s official calendar, so its launch could happen in the coming weeks.

One UI 8 is based on Android 16 and includes updated interface with visual and performance improvements. Some of the most noticeable changes include smoother menus with fluid animations, custom widgets, and greater clarity in notifications and shortcuts. The privacy panel has also been updated, with better control over permissions and app activity, as well as blocking trackers.

But the most important novelty, without a doubt, is Galaxy AI. Samsung, like other manufacturers, has bet on artificial intelligence, and the new operating system offers features such as smart photo editing, automatic summaries, real-time translation and more. Unfortunately, some of these features will not be available for older mid-range phones like Galaxy A73 or A53 as they are not compatible with the hardware.

If you have not received the system update notification, you can search manually on your mobile phone. You just need to login Configuration > Software update > Download and install to confirm if it is already available in your country. As we already mentioned, the rollout has started in Asia and will expand to other countries in the coming days.