Getting the latest version of Android is a constant concern for the enthusiasts out there, and Android 4.0 is one of the more significant shifts we’ve seen. So it’s understandable that people are clamoring to know when they’ll be getting it. Samsung’s dramatic rise to popularity amongst Android users in general and our readership specifically, coupled with the fact that they have been responsible for the last two Nexus devices, means that they perhaps have the largest target on their back.
Our list of Samsung devices that will and won’t be receiving Android 4.0 can be found at the bottom of this post and will be updated as new information becomes available.
Will my device be updated?As you are no doubt aware, Samsung was first out of the gate with Android 4.0 on first the Galaxy Nexus and then the Nexus S, but those are Nexus devices and that was to be expected. They have, in my opinion, been slightly less forthcoming than some of the other major manufacturers about their plans for the rest of their lineup.
The sheer number of devices they have released is no doubt at least partially to blame and despite often releasing the same line of phones (e.g., Galaxy S II) across many carriers, there are minor hardware variations in each that render the shared name less meaningful.
While Samsung hasn’t given a comprehensive upgrade list yet, it is worth nothing that thus far Samsung has not committed to upgrading any of their single core devices. So for the time being, that’s probably the best indicator of whether your Samsung device will be updated to Android 4.0. But don’t conclude that if you do have a dual-core device then the update is guaranteed.
Latest Android 4.0 update news from Samsung1/3/12 - Samsung Galaxy S won’t be updated to Android 4.0 – “value pack” or otherwiseAfter a brief rumor surfaced that the Samsung Galaxy S variants might see an update to Android 4.0 that stripped out TouchWiz to make room (basically the dream scenario), the hopes of millions of Galaxy S owners were extinguished like so many Alderaanians. (Too soon?). It wasn’t a terribly surprising decision, but considering this was the device that put Samsung on the map for Android users it would have been nice if they could have pulled it off.12/20/11 – Galaxy Note, Galaxy S II to lead Samsung’s Ice Cream Sandwich upgrades in Q1 2012
This was Samsung’s biggest release of information regarding their Android 4.0 plans, but only positively identified a timeline for the Note and Galaxy S II.
Samsung devices that have Android 4.0
Samsung Galaxy Nexus (Global Version)
Samsung Galaxy Nexus LTE
Samsung Nexus S
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (unreleased)
Samsung devices that will receive Android 4.0 update in Q1
Samsung Galaxy Note (Global version)
Samsung Galaxy S II (Global version)
Samsung devices that will receive Android 4.0; timeline unknown
Samsung Nexus S 4G (likely Q1)
Samsung Galaxy Note (AT&T)
Samsung Galaxy S II (T-Mobile)
Samsung Galaxy S II, Epic 4G Touch
Samsung Galaxy S II (AT&T)
Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket
Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket HD
Samsung Galaxy R
Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1
Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 LTE
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus
Samsung devices that will not be updated to Android 4.0
Samsung Galaxy S
Samsung Galaxy S Captivate
Samsung Galaxy S Fascinate
Samsung Galaxy S Vibrant
Samsung Galaxy Tab 7
Sean has been obsessed with mobile since first using his dad's bag phone and Android has been on his radar since its earliest days. For his thoughts on gadgets and tech outside of the Android universe you can also find him at Technogasms. Tagged#Android 4.0#Ice Cream Sandwich#ics#Samsung#Updates .nrelate .nr_sponsored{ left:0px !important; }.nrelate .nr_sponsored{ left:0px !important; } 30 Comments Join the discussion!Sort by DateRating 
94AsakuraZero 3 hours ago Thumb upThumb down +2i dont believe samsung but oh well
ReplySo no love for the Droid Charge. That’s too bad, as that phone could reeeeaaalllly use an update.
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96Sean Riley 2 hours ago Thumb upThumb down 0Well, no official word one way or the other on the Charge, but I wouldn’t say it’s looking good.
ReplyBe great to see the Note with ICS. ICS on Galaxy Nexus, and S is great, should be fantastic on the Note.
ReplyI can’t wait til my NS4G gets some ICS love…. I’m unrooted and stock patiently waiting ….
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Sahas KattaGuest 2 hours ago Thumb upThumb down 0Same here, it has been 3 months since ICS became available already. I have never bothered rooting a device, but I am thinking about going about that route if Google/Sprint doesn’t deliver the update by the end of the month.
Reply Paul JamiesonGuest 3 hours ago Thumb upThumb down 0We have 20+ Nexus S devices here at work on Telus, but we do not have a ICS OS on them yet .. Not sure what samsung is talking about .. maybe Telus opted not you upgrade them !! :(
Reply 96Sean Riley 1 min ago Thumb upThumb down 0I’m certain they will be updated, the GSM Nexus S rollout of 4.0 has not been ideal to say the least and at least as far as I can discern it is just ongoing and will eventually make it to all variants.
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56Inquizitor 3 hours ago Thumb upThumb down +2So, wait, why is there no AT&T Galaxy S II on this list? I mean the original S II, which came before either Skyrocket. Will it receive Ice Cream Sandwich? My friend bought it at launch on my recommendation…
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90Dan13 2 hours ago Thumb upThumb down 0I’m sure it will. It is almost identical to the international version in terms of hardware. The only difference is the external build.
Reply 96Sean Riley 2 hours ago Thumb upThumb down 0Sorry, just an oversight. 3 versions of Galaxy S II on AT&T got the better of me.
ReplyBah!! no worries for me though since I got the GN and my second phone (Epic 4G) will get ICS loving care of the wonderful devs on XDA :)
Replywhoops.. I meant the CM team :) go alpha v. 4!!
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88Richard Yarrell 2 hours ago Thumb upThumb down -8It’s so beautiful to have ice cream sandwich since december it’s such a wonderful operating system. I would love Verizon’s version of the Galaxy Note to come already with ics in june.
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61Dirge 2 hours ago Thumb upThumb down 0Oh well, wasn’t really expecting ICS for the Droid Charge ever since Samsung said the original Galaxy S won’t receive it. Hopefully I dev can get RIL working soon.
ReplyOh hey let’s keep working on gingerbread even though ice cream sandwich is out. Fuck that. Hello custom roms ;)
ReplyWhile I can understand that Samsung or any other Manufacturer may not want to invest the resources into getting the latest and greatest Android running on their old(er) devices, I’d like to see them at least release more of the device driver’s sources, so the Community has an easier time porting the new Android to those devices. It’d be a good move from Samsung and make enthusiasts much more happy to buy their devices that aren’t Nexus-Branded.
Reply HadLaNiGuest 2 hours ago Thumb upThumb down 0how i know if mine a global version?
ReplyIf you’re in the US, it’s not. If you’re outside the US, it is.
Reply HadLaNiGuest 2 hours ago Thumb upThumb down 0Thank you.
ReplySamsung Nexus S* (Not Nexus S 4G… still waiting)
Reply 96Sean Riley 2 hours ago Thumb upThumb down 0The joys of a “rolling update,” I swear I’m always last for those as well.
Reply mike sGuest 2 hours ago Thumb upThumb down 0What I like is a have an upgrade available to me, and can choose from Galaxy S II for T-Mo, or HTC Amaze for T-Mo. Both currently $229. I’ll wait for them to go on sale. I could also get the HTC Sensation 4G for T-Mo for $149 but a bit older. Any way I’ll get a phone w/ICS in near future. As for Galaxy Nexus it’s still a mythological creature to me…
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91ArticulateFool 2 hours ago Thumb upThumb down 0Samsung is pretty good at this stuff lately. Props to them for actually releasing a list and not making their customers play the guessing game.
ReplyThats good to hear, im certain all the galaxy owners who stuck under contract with the previous galaxy S series quite upset about that.
ReplyKeep your devices updated sammy please
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69CTown 52 mins ago Thumb upThumb down 0I commented about this a few hours ago on a different article on this site: http://androidandme.com/2012/02/news/t-mobile-android-buyers-guide-february-2012/#comment-274246
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55BigCiX 34 mins ago Thumb upThumb down 0Wow……what happen to the charge and the infuse. If HTC can update the inspire to 4.0 and moto’s original atrix how come Sammy can’t do the same. I hope the Galaxy Nexus will show up on at&fee. Tired of this pick & choose update crap by carriers/manufacturers!
Reply bill c.Guest 29 mins ago Thumb upThumb down 0What about the samsung 4″-5″ player?
Reply 96Sean Riley 6 mins ago Thumb upThumb down 0I believe that Samsung classifies both the Galaxy Player 4.0 and 5.0 as Galaxy S devices, so while we can’t be certain my guess would be no.
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