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Samsung Galaxy S26 series receives seventh One UI 9 beta with Galaxy Z Fold8 series' features

Samsung will begin deploying One UI 9 to Galaxy S26 devices in several global markets on September 21. This follows the initial launch of the Android 17 based update for S26 models, which introduced AI tools like My FanCam, AI camera tracking, and improved scam call detection. While the S26 series leads the rollout, the company is simultaneously testing the software on older S25 models via Beta 3 to prepare for a stable release later this month.

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  • ✓ One UI 9 will reach Galaxy S26 phones in several global markets starting September 21.
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What changed

Samsung confirmed a September 21 start date for the global release of One UI 9 on Galaxy S26 phones.

Live updates

  1. Samsung schedules global One UI 9 rollout for Galaxy S26

    Samsung will begin deploying One UI 9 to Galaxy S26 devices in several global markets on September 21. This follows the initial launch of the Android 17 based update for S26 models, which introduced AI tools like My FanCam, AI camera tracking, and improved scam call detection. While the S26 series leads the rollout, the company is simultaneously testing the software on older S25 models via Beta 3 to prepare for a stable release later this month.

    Why it matters

    The update transitions Samsung's flagship hardware to Android 17. This rollout sequence prioritizes current-generation devices before moving to 2025 flagships.

    What is confirmed

    • One UI 9 will reach Galaxy S26 phones in several global markets starting September 21.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Samsung Thailand may have leaked global release dates for One UI 9.0 across several Galaxy devices.

    What to watch next

    • Stable One UI 9 release for Galaxy S25 series
    • Confirmation of rollout dates for other Galaxy device families
    Sources used for this update (2)
    1. www.sammobile.com — One UI 9 global release dates for some Galaxy devices revealed
    2. sammyguru.com — Your Galaxy S26 Finally Gets One UI 9 Next Week
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  2. Samsung releases stable One UI 9 for Galaxy S26 series

    Samsung has launched the stable One UI 9 update based on Android 17 for all Galaxy S26 models. The rollout includes new Galaxy AI capabilities such as My FanCam, AI camera tracking, smarter daily summaries, and expanded scam call detection. While the S26 series is the priority for this official release, the company is also deploying One UI 9 Beta 3 to the older Galaxy S25 series, with a stable version for those 2025 flagships expected later this month.

    Why it matters

    This update follows months of beta testing to integrate high-end features originally found on the Galaxy Z Fold 8. The transition to Android 17 introduces significant AI-driven system changes across Samsung's flagship hardware.

    What is confirmed

    • One UI 9 is based on Android 17.
    • The stable One UI 9 update is available for all Galaxy S26 models.
    • New features include My FanCam and Galaxy AI capabilities.

    Still unconfirmed

    • The Galaxy S25 series will receive the stable One UI 9 version this month.
    • One UI 9 includes Now Nudge and Quick Panel updates.
    • The update provides expanded scam call detection.

    What to watch next

    • Official stable release date for the Galaxy S25 series
    • Expansion of the stable rollout to other high-end Galaxy models
    Sources used for this update (5)
    1. sammyguru.com — Galaxy S25 Gets One UI 9 Beta 3 as Samsung Sets Date for Stable Release
    2. www.androidpolice.com — Your Galaxy S25 One UI 9 upgrade is closer than you think
    3. www.androidsage.com — Samsung Rolls Out Stable One UI 9: Full Changelog, Galaxy AI, and Eligible Devices
    4. www.gadgetreview.com — One UI 9 Is Now Live on Your Galaxy S26: Here’s What Actually Changed
    5. www.gizmochina.com — The stable One UI 9 rollout is finally here, and here’s the initial list of confirmed Galaxy devices
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  3. Samsung releases stable One UI 9 update for Galaxy S26 series

    Samsung began pushing the stable One UI 9 update to the Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra on September 16, 2026. This official release upgrades the devices to Android 17 after months of beta testing. The update integrates high-end features originally debuted on the Galaxy Z Fold 8, including My FanCam. The rollout prioritizes the S26 series before extending to other devices.

    Why it matters

    The update marks the transition from a prolonged beta phase to a public release. It aligns Samsung's latest flagship hardware with the newest Android OS version. The integration of foldable-exclusive features into slab phones demonstrates a unification of the One UI experience.

    What is confirmed

    • Samsung started rolling out the stable One UI 9 update to the Galaxy S26 series on September 16, 2026.
    • The One UI 9 update provides the Android 17 experience.
    • The stable release is landing on the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra first.
    • One UI 9 brings features originally debuted on the Galaxy Z Fold 8, such as My FanCam, to the S26 series.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 are receiving Call Brief, Now Nudge, and My FanCam via One UI 9 beta 2.

    What to watch next

    • Rollout dates for One UI 9 stable on Galaxy Z Fold and Flip series
    • Confirmation of stable update availability for the Galaxy S25 series
    • Official release of One UI 9 for the Galaxy A35
    Sources used for this update (7)
    1. www.androidauthority.com — Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 are also picking up new Galaxy S26 and Fold 8 tricks
    2. www.droid-life.com — Samsung One UI Update Schedule: September 2026
    3. www.engadget.com — Samsung brings One UI 9 to the rest of the Galaxy S26 series
    4. www.androidpolice.com — Samsung Galaxy S26 finally gets the Z Fold 8's best features with One UI 9
    5. www.droid-life.com — Samsung One UI 9 Update Rolling Out to Galaxy S26 Series
    6. www.xda-developers.com — One UI 9 brings the Galaxy Z Fold 8’s best new features to the Galaxy S26 series
    7. sammyguru.com — One UI 9 Stable is Finally Here! Rolling Out for Galaxy S26 Series
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  4. Samsung expands One UI 9 beta to Galaxy Watch and S25 series

    Samsung is widening its software testing rollout by releasing the second One UI 9 beta for the Galaxy S25 series alongside the Wear OS 7-based One UI 9 Watch beta for the Galaxy Watch 7, first-generation Galaxy Watch Ultra, and Galaxy Watch6 series. The new S25 beta introduces features previously seen on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy S26, including Call Brief, Now Nudge, Custom Cards, and My FanCam. Meanwhile, a beta build for the Galaxy A35 has been spotted.

    Why it matters

    The software rollout follows initial One UI 9 beta testing that began for the Galaxy S26 series in May and expanded to include the Galaxy S24, S25, Z Fold 7, and Z Flip 7 series. Samsung also pushed out its August 2026 update rollout spanning phones, tablets, and watches during the same weekly cycle.

    What is confirmed

    • Samsung released One UI 9 Beta 2 for the Galaxy S25 series with bug fixes and AI features including Call Brief, Now Nudge, Custom Cards, and My FanCam.
    • The Galaxy Watch 7, first-generation Galaxy Watch Ultra, and Galaxy Watch6 series are receiving the Wear OS 7-based One UI 9 Watch beta.

    Still unconfirmed

    • A One UI 9 beta build with firmware version A356NKSUAZZH5 indicates the Galaxy A35 beta release is imminent.

    What to watch next

    • Expansion of the One UI 9 beta program to additional regional markets and device models
    • Release dates for stable One UI 9 public updates across eligible smartphones and smartwatches
    Sources used for this update (7)
    1. www.androidauthority.com — Galaxy Watch 7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra join the One UI 9 Watch beta party
    2. www.gsmarena.com — Samsung Galaxy A35's One UI 9 beta update release is imminent
    3. sammyguru.com — Samsung Galaxy Weekly Updates Roundup (August 31-September 6)
    4. sammyguru.com — Galaxy S26 One UI 9 Stable Update Could Bring a Major Fluidity Boost
    5. www.gsmarena.com — Samsung Galaxy Watch6 series receives One UI 9 Watch beta, Galaxy S25 series gets One UI 9 Beta 2 with Fold8's features
    6. sammyguru.com — Breaking! Samsung Rolls Out One UI 9 Beta 2 for Galaxy S25 Series (New AI Features)
    7. www.androidauthority.com — Galaxy S25's latest beta update brings even more Galaxy S26 and Z Fold 8 features
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  5. Samsung expands One UI 9 beta to S24 and S25 series

    Samsung is expanding its Android 17 based One UI 9 beta program to the Galaxy S24, S25, Z Fold 7, and Z Flip 7 series. The S24 series rollout is currently active in South Korea, India, and the US with build ZZHL. The Galaxy S25 series now has access to a Horizontal Lock camera feature that maintains video levels during phone rotation. This expansion follows the initial launch of the beta program for the Galaxy S26 series in May.

    Why it matters

    The beta program allows Samsung to refine software and test new functionalities before a stable public release. These updates transition devices to the next major version of Android.

    What is confirmed

    • The One UI 9 beta is based on Android 17.
    • Samsung launched the One UI 9 Beta program for the Galaxy S26 series in May.
    • The One UI 9 beta is available for the Galaxy S24 series in the US, India, and South Korea.
    • The beta program is expanding this month to the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7, Galaxy S25, and Galaxy S25+.

    Still unconfirmed

    • The Galaxy S24 series beta is running build ZZHL.
    • The Galaxy S25 received a Horizontal Lock camera feature in One UI 9 Beta 1.

    What to watch next

    • Release date for the stable One UI 9 version
    • Expansion of the beta to other eligible countries
    • Confirmation of specific features ported from the S26 to older models
    Sources used for this update (5)
    1. www.droid-life.com — Samsung Expands One UI 9 Beta to New Devices: Fold 7, Galaxy S25 Series
    2. 9to5google.com — Samsung’s Android 17-based One UI 9 beta expands to these Galaxy phones this month
    3. www.androidsage.com — Download One UI 9 Beta for Samsung Galaxy S24 Series
    4. www.androidauthority.com — Galaxy S24 owners can now get a taste of Android 17 with One UI 9 beta
    5. www.androidauthority.com — Galaxy S25 gets one of the S26's coolest camera tricks with One UI 9 Beta 1
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  6. Samsung Galaxy S26 series gets seventh One UI 9 beta

    The Samsung Galaxy S26 series has received its seventh One UI 9 beta update, which includes features from the Galaxy Z Fold8 series. This update aims to enhance user experience and bring new functionalities to the Galaxy S26 series. The beta program allows Samsung to test and refine its software before a stable release.

    Why it matters

    The One UI 9 beta program is part of Samsung's efforts to improve its software offerings. The program allows Samsung to gather feedback from users and make necessary adjustments before releasing a stable version. The inclusion of features from the Galaxy Z Fold8 series in the One UI 9 beta for the Galaxy S26 series suggests that Samsung is working to bring its latest innovations to a wider range of devices.

    What is confirmed

    • Samsung has confirmed several Galaxy Z Fold 8 exclusive features are coming to millions of Galaxy phones in a new update.
    • The One UI 9 beta program for the Galaxy S26 series has been expanded with the release of the seventh beta.
    • The Galaxy S25 series has also joined the One UI 9 beta program.

    Still unconfirmed

    • The One UI 9 beta program could soon expand beyond the Galaxy S26 series to other eligible devices.

    What to watch next

    • The release of a stable One UI 9 update for the Galaxy S26 series.
    • The expansion of the One UI 9 beta program to other Galaxy devices.
    • The release of further beta updates for the Galaxy S26 series.
    Sources used for this update (6)
    1. www.forbes.com — Samsung Confirms Free Feature Upgrade For Millions Of Galaxy Phones
    2. tech.sportskeeda.com — All Samsung Galaxy devices reportedly eligible for the One UI 9 Beta update
    3. www.androidauthority.com — Breaking: Galaxy S25 series joins the One UI 9 beta program party
    4. www.androidauthority.com — Breaking: Galaxy S26 series gets eighth One UI 9 beta release (!!)
    5. sammyguru.com — Breaking! Samsung Launches One UI 9 Beta for Galaxy S25 Series (FE Included)
    6. www.androidpolice.com — Samsung's One UI 9 beta is finally coming to the Galaxy S25 family
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  7. Samsung Galaxy S26 series gets seventh One UI 9 beta with Fold8 features

    The Samsung Galaxy S26 series has received its seventh One UI 9 beta update, which includes features from the Galaxy Z Fold8 series. This update aims to enhance user experience and bring new functionalities to the Galaxy S26 series. The beta program allows Samsung to test and refine its software before a stable release.

    Why it matters

    The One UI 9 beta program is part of Samsung's efforts to update its devices to the latest software. The program helps identify and fix bugs, ensuring a smoother user experience. The inclusion of Galaxy Z Fold8 features in the update suggests Samsung's focus on integrating its foldable and non-foldable devices' capabilities.

    What is confirmed

    • The Galaxy S26 series has received its seventh One UI 9 beta update.
    • The update includes features from the Galaxy Z Fold8 series.
    • The update aims to enhance user experience and bring new functionalities to the Galaxy S26 series.

    Still unconfirmed

    • The update makes Bixby much easier to use.

    What to watch next

    • Stable release of One UI 9 for Galaxy S26 series
    • Further updates on features integration with other Samsung devices
    Sources used for this update (8)
    1. GSMArena.com — Samsung Galaxy S26 series receives seventh One UI 9 beta with Galaxy Z Fold8 series' features - GSMArena.com news
    2. Samsung Global Newsroom — Samsung Announces One UI 9 Beta Feature Update for Galaxy S26 series
    3. 9to5Google — Galaxy S26 gets Fold 8 features in latest Android 17 beta
    4. Android Authority — Galaxy S26's latest beta update makes Bixby much easier to use
    5. PhoneArena — The Galaxy S26 series just unlocked three features Samsung kept on its foldables
    6. Forbes — Samsung Plans Major Free Feature Upgrade For Millions Of Galaxy Phones
    7. Android Central — The Galaxy S26 gets Samsung’s clever new video tool in One UI 9 beta
    8. Android Authority — Now Brief can now tell you what movies you should watch next
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