Galaxy A16 is the new smartphone to receive the January 2026 security update with known bug fixes and small improvements. The new software version aims to enhance overall device protection and system stability. It cleared the known vulnerabilities that were found in the previous code, so users will not face any further issues. We don’t have information about any new features or changes in the current software, so it will take some time to see any changes.
Before Galaxy A16, the Galaxy A36, A56, A53, and other Galaxy A series phones have received this January version, so it is safe to install. Samsung also notes that once the update is installed, users will not be able to downgrade to an older software version due to updated security policies. As usual, the exact changes may vary depending on the region, model variant, and network operator.
One of the key highlights of this update is the inclusion of One UI version 8.0 based on Android 16. This brings the Galaxy A16 in line with Samsung’s latest software experience, offering smoother performance, improved system behavior, and refinements across the user interface. The firmware version for this update is listed as A166PXXS6CZA1, and the update package size is around 308.20 MB.
Samsung recommends keeping the device up to date to ensure the best performance, security, and overall user experience. Users can check for the update through the Software Update section in device settings.