| Feature | Samsung J8 (2018) | Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (2024) | Samsung Galaxy A35 (2025) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Android 8.0 | Android 14 (One UI 6) | Android 15 (One UI 7) | | Updates Guaranteed | None (EOL) | 4 OS updates (Up to A18) | 5 OS updates (Up to A20) | | Security Patches | None | 5 Years | 5 Years | | RAM | 3/4GB | 6/8GB | 8GB | | Android Version | 10 (Dead) | 14+ | 15+ |

There is no official Android 12 update from Samsung for the Galaxy J8. The hardware, specifically the Snapdragon 450 processor, and Samsung's standard update policy for older J-series phones mean that official support has shifted exclusively to critical security patches, which have also largely concluded. How to Get Android 12 on Galaxy J8 (Unofficial)

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LineageOS is a free and open-source operating system for smartphones and tablets, based on the official Android releases. It is the successor to the famous CyanogenMod. Developers have successfully ported Android 12 (and even Android 13) to the Galaxy J8 hardware, allowing users to experience the new features without buying a new phone.