The Samsung A8 Star (SM-G8850/SM-G885F/SM-G885Y) was never a device that got the limelight it deserved. Launched in 2018, it bridged the gap between the mid-range A-series and the flagship Note series, boasting a massive 6.3-inch Super AMOLED display and a Snapdragon 660 chipset. Fast forward to today, Samsung has long forgotten this device, leaving it stuck on Android 10 (One UI 2.1) .

Start with the XDA Developers thread for "Samsung A8 Star (Star2lte)" to download your chosen ROM. Leave the bloated One UI behind—your A8 Star deserves better. Disclaimer: Flashing custom ROMs voids your warranty (if any remains) and carries inherent risk. The author is not responsible for bricked devices. Always read the full XDA thread before proceeding.

But for the enthusiast community, an outdated OS is not a death sentence—it is an opportunity. If you are searching for the list, you are likely tired of laggy One UI, security patches from 2021, and the lack of modern features.