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Samsung started rolling out the One UI 9 beta on May 13, 2026, beginning with the Galaxy S26 series (S26, S26+, S26 Ultra) in select countries including Germany, UK, US, South Korea, India, and Poland.
Important things to know:
- The One UI 9 is based on Android 17.
- It’s currently limited to the latest S26 flagships.
- More devices are expected to join the beta in the coming weeks.
- The stable version launched on July 22, 2026, with the new Galaxy Z Fold 8, Z Fold 8 Ultra, and Z Flip 8.
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Samsung launched the One UI 9 beta program in May 2026 for Galaxy S26 users. After several beta builds, the company released the stable version of One UI 9 on July 22, 2026. It came pre-installed on the new Galaxy Z Fold 8, Z Fold 8 Ultra, and Z Flip 8.
One UI 9 Beta Program
The One UI 9 beta program launched quickly after internal testing. It is currently available via the Samsung Members app for eligible S26 users in supported regions.
Multiple beta builds have been released so far: Beta 1 (May 13), Beta 2 (May 26), and Beta 3 (June 16). The public beta remains focused on the S26 series in the same supported countries. However, internal testing has expanded significantly to many more devices (S25 series, S24 series, S23 series, various A-series like A56/A57/A35/A25, and tablets).
According to early feedback, there’s a nicer Quick Panel design, improved Notes and DeX, accessibility tweaks, and stronger security features. You can expect more beta builds over the next few months as Samsung refines Android 17 features before the stable release.
For comparison, the One UI 8 beta program had 7 builds for the Galaxy S25 series, while One UI 8.5 went through a longer testing phase with around 9 to 10 beta builds.
Samsung One UI 9 Release Date
The One UI 9 beta started on May 13, 2026 for the Galaxy S26 series. Samsung released the stable version on July 22, 2026, with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8. The global expansion for flagship devices is likely to take place in August 2026. Older flagships and mid-range devices should get the update from August to December 2026.
- Beta started: May 13, 2026 (Galaxy S26 series).
- Stable rollout expected: August 2026 (starting with the S26 series).
- Global expansion for flagships: Likely August-September 2026.
- Older flagships and mid-range devices: August-December 2026.
Note: Samsung usually speeds up the schedule once testing goes well, so some dates could move forward.
Expected Stable One UI 9 Rollout Timeline
July 2026:
- Galaxy Z Fold8/Fold8 Ultra, Z Flip8 (launch devices).
August–September 2026:
- Galaxy S26 series (stable).
- Galaxy S25 series.
- Galaxy S24 series.
- Galaxy Z Fold7/Flip7.
October–December 2026:
- Galaxy S23 series and older flagships.
- Mid-range A-series (A56, A36, etc.).
- Galaxy Tab models.
Note: Regional availability will vary, with Korea and Europe often getting updates first.
Samsung One UI 9 Eligible Devices (Expected List)
Samsung hasn’t published the full official list yet, but based on past patterns and current testing, here’s who is expected to get One UI 9:
Galaxy S Series:
- S26 Edge / S26 / S26+ / S26 Ultra (beta now)
- S25 series
- S24 series
- S23 series (likely final major OS update)
Galaxy Z Series:
- Z Fold8 / Z Flip8 (launch with One UI 9)
- Z Fold7 / Z Flip7
- Z Fold6 / Z Flip6 (expected)
Galaxy Tab Series:
- Tab S11 series and newer
- Tab S10 series
- Tab S9 series
Galaxy A Series:
- A56, A36, A55, A35 and select newer mid-range models
- Some budget models may get it later or as a lighter version.
Older devices like the S22 series and Z Fold4 are now on security-only updates and are not expected to receive One UI 9.
What to Expect from One UI 9
The One UI 9 focuses on:
- Enhanced Galaxy AI tools
- Better personalization and customization
- Improved multitasking and DeX
- Stronger privacy and security features from Android 17
- Smoother animations and performance
These are still early days for One UI 9. Things can change as the beta progresses and Samsung shares more details. I will keep an eye on the latest developments and update this article as new information comes in.
Tip: If you own a Galaxy S26 and are in a supported country, check the Samsung Members app now to sign up for the beta. Just remember, betas can have issues, so back up your data first.
Disclaimer:
The information in this article is based on Samsung’s official announcements, the ongoing One UI 9 beta program, and reliable community reports. Since the One UI 9 beta has just begun, all stable release dates and device eligibility mentioned here are estimated based on Samsung’s past update patterns. Actual rollout timelines may change as testing progresses. Regional availability can vary, and updates are usually released first in Korea and Europe before expanding globally. For the most accurate information, always check Samsung’s official channels and the Samsung Members app.
