Smartphone Market Sees Software Update, Price Drops, and New Financing Model - January 2026
Samsung is preparing to release its One UI 8.5 update, which is built on Android 16 and is anticipated to debut with the Galaxy S26 lineup. In Kenya, the launch prices of the iPhone 17 series and iPhone Air have significantly decreased just three months after their release in September 2025. Some models have seen price drops of up to KES 90,000. Meanwhile, Sun King has launched a Pay-As-You-Go (PayGo) smartphone service across Nigeria as of December 23, 2025. This initiative aims to make smartphones accessible by offering a "buy now, pay later" model, similar to its solar kit financing.
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Samsung One UI 8.5 update: List of Galaxy devices receiving the upgrade
Samsung is preparing to release its One UI 8.5 update, with a vast array of new features and device compatibility. This update, built on Android 16, is anticipated to debut with the Galaxy S26 lineup early next year.
