One UI 9 Update Tracker: Features, Eligible Devices, Beta, and Release Date
Update (March 16): The first firmware build for One UI 9 has been spotted on the Samsung test server. The newly built firmware version is S948BXXU1BZC5, and it is assigned to the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Samsung is now working on the next major One UI version, which might be released with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8 foldable devices. It is an early build, so we can expect more internal testing for the new software.
Update (March 13): According to the new information, Samsung will add a new multi-tasking feature to its browser. The new leak suggests Samsung Browser in the One UI 9 update will allow users to open multiple windows at once. On foldable phones and tablets, it will open multiple windows side by side; on regular smartphones, it will open in vertical or horizontal mode.
Samsung is now internally testing the One UI 9 software for its Galaxy smartphones and tablets. It is expected to roll out in the second half of this year for eligible devices. Early rumors suggest that One UI 9 will first appear on the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Flip 8, and Wide Fold devices at the Galaxy Unpacked event in July.
One UI 9 Features
Now, the Android 17 Beta 1 has started, and we have our first glance at the features we may see in the next Samsung software version. Android 17 introduces design changes, new icons, customization options for the control and notification panels, and other improvements that we could see in the One UI 9 version.
One UI 9 Beta Release Date
Like One UI 8 & One UI 8.5, Samsung will hold a beta testing program for One UI 9 firmware. If we go with history, then the beta program will start in September or October this year. The users in South Korea, India, the UK, the US, and Germany can join it via the Samsung Members app.
Eligible Devices for One UI 9 Beta
Samsung could open a beta program for Galaxy S24 series, Galaxy S25 series, Galaxy S26 series, Galaxy Z Fold 6, Flip 6, Fold 7, Flip 7, Galaxy A56, and some Galaxy A series phones.
One UI 9 Release Date
Samsung is set to launch the Galaxy Wide Fold smartphone later this year, and it is expected to include some exclusive features. I will update this page with every firmware and build-related news until the next major update, so be sure to follow it.
One UI 9 Eligible Devices
One UI 9 update will come to a wide range of Galaxy devices, and here is the list. I will add more devices to the list when there is a change in Samsung policy.
Galaxy S series
Galaxy S26 series (first in line), Galaxy S25 series, Galaxy S24 series, Galaxy S23 series, and Galaxy S22 Series
Galaxy Z Series
Galaxy Z Fold 3, Flip 3, Fold 4, Flip 4, Fold 5, Flip 5, Fold 6, Flip 6, Fold 7, Flip 7, TriFold, Fold SE, and Flip SE.
Galaxy A Series
Galaxy A54, Galaxy A55, Galaxy A56, Galaxy A34, Galaxy A35, Galaxy A36, Galaxy A14, Galaxy A15, Galaxy A16, Galaxy A04 series, Galaxy A05, and Galaxy A06
Galaxy M Series
Galaxy M54, Galaxy M55, Galaxy M56, Galaxy M34, Galaxy M35, Galaxy M36, and Galaxy M
Galaxy Tab series
Galaxy Tab S10 series, Galaxy Tab S9 series, Galaxy Tab S8 series, and Galaxy Tab S11 series
At the moment, the company is focused on developing the One UI 8.5 stable version for all supported devices. Last week, at a Galaxy S26 Ultra event, we had our first hands-on experience with the new software. In March, it will be distributed to other Galaxy devices.
