When do you think Galaxy S8/S8+ will get Android Oreo?

[anon(7894520)]

What benefit is there to Oreo that N doesn't have? Haven't been following the O beta. I'd bet b4 the eoy.

Main benefit for me is the automatic filling API for password managers.

 

[Ca_lvn]

Main benefit for me is the automatic filling API for password managers.

Doesn't the finger print sensor serve the same purpose and also more secure

 

[anon(7894520)]

Doesn't the finger print sensor serve the same purpose and also more secure

Can you use the fingerprint sensor to log into Facebook, or Google, or Twitter, or Android Central?

 

[doggy2965]

I just hope Samsung doesn't screw it up like usual.

 

[gvndeb60]

I just hope Samsung doesn't screw it up like usual.

I am more worried about the carriers screwing it up.

 

[Gdwheel]

There is really not that much in Oreo to get excited about. In some respects, it has gone backward, IMO.

 

[INDROIDWETRUST]

There is really not that much in Oreo to get excited about. In some respects, it has gone backward, IMO.

Explain what you mean it has gone backward...

 

[Gdwheel]

Explain what you mean it has gone backward...

I have it on my Pixel XL. For the most part, you do not even notice the update except is a few areas that will be obvious to the average user. They will notice the change to the color palette for the notification shade and menus and changes to the settings menus. Some may like the color change, but to me the stark grayish white is a step backwards. The settings menus are different, which may make it harder for some users to find the right setting. They are small items, but as I said, they are a step backwards, at least to me. Samsung and other manufacturers change most of these items or offer options for the user, anyway, so they will likely not be issues when they are rolled out in a few months. My point is that I have a hard time seeing the real benefit from Oreo to the point where people should have a concern or get upset about not quickly seeing the update.

 

[Jaycemiskel]

I have it on my Pixel XL. For the most part, you do not even notice the update except is a few areas that will be obvious to the average user. They will notice the change to the color palette for the notification shade and menus and changes to the settings menus. Some may like the color change, but to me the stark grayish white is a step backwards. The settings menus are different, which may make it harder for some users to find the right setting. They are small items, but as I said, they are a step backwards, at least to me. Samsung and other manufacturers change most of these items or offer options for the user, anyway, so they will likely not be issues when they are rolled out in a few months. My point is that I have a hard time seeing the real benefit from Oreo to the point where people should have a concern or get upset about not quickly seeing the update.

This. I don't see much of anything to be excited about in Oreo. The API filling thing will be helpful, but other than that.... We've had PIP on Samsung phones for forever.

 

[dov1978]

I have to agree. Oreo seems to be an incremental update with few new features and mostly polishing what was brought in Nougat. It'll likely hit the s8 around late February to early March judging by the past few years

 

[RiverCity.45]

Let me consult my crystal ball... Please continue with the endless, pointless speculation in the meantime.

 

[anon(7901790)]

Why does it matter when the S8/S8+ gets Oreo? Samsung will push out the update when it decides. The S8/S8+ is already a great phone. Be happy with it, and when you do get the update, be happy with that as well. Patience goes a long way, and is something severely lacking in our modern society.

I'm not saying this to be factitious. I want my S8+ updated just as much as the next person. I am going to do my best and practice what I tell my daughter. Be patient. Whining and complaining won't make it happen quicker.

 

[Soylent_Green]

I say January.

 

[Zobbyb]

I'm going they have a beta programme at the end of the year like they did for nouget.

 

[gvndeb60]

I think Samsung has really stepped up with updated lately. I am hoping we will have it by the end of the year but who knows.

 

[pkcable]

I think you'll be able to get one of those special Google Oreos they made easier than the S8 gets Android Oreo! LOL

 

[shaneontherocks]

Umm... we still don't even have 7.1! LMAO... so NEVER.

 

[anon(5719825)]

Umm... we still don't even have 7.1! LMAO... so NEVER.

There won't be a 7.1 just like there was no 6.1 for the S7 Edge.

 

[Almeuit]

I would say a few months at best. Any better is being lucky -- but at the same time if I saw delays I wouldn't really be that shocked for "carrier testing" and such.

 

[mary beth hale]

Just give me timely security updates and I'm satisfied. The way I use my phone (not a power user) nougat is fine. I'll enjoy Oreo when it gets to my S8... Many months from now... But will not spend one second worrying about when.