Samsung has already started early One UI 9 beta testing based on Android 17, even before the stable One UI 8.5 rollout finishes globally. The company recently opened the One UI 9 Beta Program for the Galaxy S26 series in select regions, including the US, giving us the first look at Samsung’s next major software update. In a recent finding, Galaxy Updates has found One UI 9 beta testing firmware for Galaxy S25 series, Fold 7 & Flip 7 devices, so they may be the next in line to participate in the beta program.
While Samsung has not officially confirmed the full One UI 9 eligible devices list yet, the company’s current software policy makes it easier to predict which Galaxy phones and tablets are expected to receive Android 17. Like every year, Samsung will first roll out the update to flagship Galaxy S and foldable devices, followed by Galaxy A, M, F, and Tab models.
Galaxy S Series Eligible for One UI 9
Samsung’s latest flagship phones will naturally be first in line for the Android 17-based One UI 9 update.
Expected list of Galaxy S devices:
- Galaxy S26
2. Galaxy S26+
3. Galaxy S26 Ultra
4. Galaxy S25
5. Galaxy S25+
6. Galaxy S25 Ultra
7. Galaxy S25 Edge
8. Galaxy S25 FE
9. Galaxy S24
10. Galaxy S24+
11. Galaxy S24 Ultra
12. Galaxy S24 FE
13. Galaxy S23
14. Galaxy S23+
15. Galaxy S23 Ultra
16. Galaxy S23 FE
The Galaxy S23 lineup is still eligible because Samsung now offers longer Android upgrade support for premium devices.
Galaxy Z Fold and Flip Devices
Samsung’s foldables are also expected to receive One UI 9 early, especially with Android 17 bringing more multitasking and large-screen improvements.
Expected list of foldable devices:
- Galaxy Z Fold 8 (First to get pre-installed)
2. Galaxy Z Flip 8 (First to get pre-installed)
3. Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide (Rumored & could get pre-installed)
4. Galaxy Z TriFold
5. Galaxy Z Fold 7
6. Galaxy Z Flip 7
7. Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE
8. Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition
9. Galaxy Z Fold 6
10. Galaxy Z Flip 6
11. Galaxy Z Fold 5
12. Galaxy Z Flip 5
The Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 are likely to receive the beta update shortly after the Galaxy S26 series in more countries.
Galaxy A Series Eligible for Android 17
Samsung has significantly improved software support for its mid-range phones over the last few years. Because of this, many Galaxy A devices are expected to receive One UI 9.
Expected list of Galaxy A devices:
- Galaxy A57
2. Galaxy A56
3. Galaxy A55
4. Galaxy A54
5. Galaxy A37
6. Galaxy A36
7. Galaxy A35
8. Galaxy A34
9. Galaxy A26
10. Galaxy A25
11. Galaxy A24
12. Galaxy A17
13. Galaxy A16 LTE / 5G
14. Galaxy A15 LTE / 5G
15. Galaxy A07 LTE / 5G
16. Galaxy A06 5G
Samsung could start rolling out the stable One UI 9 update to some Galaxy A series devices before the end of 2026.
Galaxy M and Galaxy F Series Devices
Samsung’s online-focused Galaxy M and F series phones are also expected to receive Android 17 on many models. These phones have a huge following in India, where they could be released first for these devices.
Expected list of Galaxy M series devices:
- Galaxy M56
2. Galaxy M55
3. Galaxy M55s
4. Galaxy M54
5. Galaxy M36
6. Galaxy M34
7. Galaxy M17
8. Galaxy M17e
9. Galaxy M16
10. Galaxy M15
11. Galaxy M07
12. Galaxy M06
Expected List of Galaxy F Series
1. Galaxy F70e
2. Galaxy F56
3. Galaxy F55
4. Galaxy F54
5. Galaxy F36
6. Galaxy F34
7. Galaxy F17
8. Galaxy F16
9. Galaxy F15
10. Galaxy F07
11. Galaxy F06
These devices are expected to remain eligible under Samsung’s latest software update commitment.
Galaxy Tablets Expected to Get One UI 9
Samsung is also likely to expand the Android 17 update to several Galaxy tablets, including flagship and FE models.
Expected list of Galaxy tablets:
- Galaxy Tab S11
2. Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra
3. Galaxy Tab S10+
4. Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra
5. Galaxy Tab S10 FE
6. Galaxy Tab S10 FE+
7. Galaxy Tab S9
8. Galaxy Tab S9+
9. Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
10. Galaxy Tab S9 FE
11. Galaxy Tab S9 FE+
12. Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024)
13. Galaxy Tab Active 5
14. Galaxy Tab Active 5 Pro
Which Galaxy Devices May Not Receive One UI 9?
Some older flagship devices are currently not expected to receive Android 17. These devices are:
- Galaxy S22 series
2. Galaxy S21 FE
3. Galaxy Z Fold 4
4. Galaxy Z Flip 4
These devices may continue receiving security updates, but Android 16-based One UI 8.5 could be their final major update. Further, many Galaxy A series & Galaxy M series will be excluded from the next major software update.
Stable One UI 9 Release date
The company is expected to officially introduce the stable One UI 9 update on July 22 alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8. In the same month, Samsung may officially release it for the Galaxy S26 series, followed by other major devices. Like One UI 8.5 beta, if Samsung takes more time than usual, then there could be another delay in stable rollout release dates.
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