Samsung has taken the first official step towards the next major system update. The One UI 9 beta testing program is now live. Top-of-the-line Modelos of the S26 series participate in selected markets.
The final version should arrive between June and July 2026. Ela debuts together with the new foldables Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8. The interface runs on Android 17 and brings visual and usability changes.
Beta from One UI 9 starts with Galaxy S26 line
The manufacturer opened the test program restricted to the Galaxy S26, S26+ and S26 Ultra. Usuários in countries like Estados Unidos, Reino Unido and Alemanha can now register via the Samsung Members app.
The beta includes the May 2026 security patch. Ele is to collect feedback before the stable release. Samsung usually expands these tests to other models in the following weeks.
Especialistas follows the schedule closely. The company promises four to seven years of updates on recent devices. Essa policy defines much of the compatibility list.
Principais new features of One UI 9
The redesign of the Painel Rápido allows independent adjustments of brightness, sound and media. Blocks now have customizable sizes with greater freedom.
In terms of security, the system has an active filter that blocks downloads of high-risk applications. Outro’s highlight is the native support for floating windows using bubbles on the screen.
The new privacy selector limits app access to specific contacts. Essas functions leverage native features of Android 17.
- Painel Rápido with resizable blocks
- Filtro against dangerous apps
- Janelas floating via bubbles
- Seletor Advanced Privacy
- Melhorias on Galaxy AI and Bixby
One UI 9 vs One UI 8
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Modelos of the Galaxy S line that must be updated
The main series contains the majority of eligible devices. Desde generation S23 up to the current S26, practically all models receive One UI 9.0.
Isso includes Plus, Ultra and FE variants. The Galaxy S23 should get its last major interface update with this version.
- Galaxy S23
- Galaxy S23+
- Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Galaxy S23 FE
- Galaxy S24
- Galaxy S24+
- Galaxy S24 Ultra
- Galaxy S24 FE
- Galaxy S25
- Galaxy S25+
- Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Galaxy S25 Edge
- Galaxy S25 FE
- Galaxy S26
- Galaxy S26+
- Galaxy S26 Ultra
Dobráveis Galaxy Z also joins the update
The foldable line maintains strong support. Modelos from generation 5 onwards receive the new interface. The next Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8 should come standard with One UI 9.
- Galaxy Z Flip 5
- Galaxy Z Flip 6
- Galaxy Z Flip 7
- Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE
- Galaxy Z Fold 5
- Galaxy Z Fold 6
- Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition
- Galaxy Z Fold 7
- Galaxy Z TriFold
Linhas Galaxy A and M receive selective support
Samsung extends the update to newer mid-range models. The A series has several devices from the A15 and A16 generation onwards.
- Galaxy A57
- Galaxy A56
- Galaxy A55
- Galaxy A54
- Galaxy A37
- Galaxy A36
- Galaxy A35
- Galaxy A34
- Galaxy A26
- Galaxy A25
- Galaxy A24
- Galaxy A17
- Galaxy A16 (LTE+5G)
- Galaxy A15 (LTE+5G)
- Galaxy A07 (LTE+5G)
The following models appear in the M line. The manufacturer prioritizes devices with longer update guarantees.
- Galaxy M06
- Galaxy M15
- Galaxy M16
- Galaxy M34
- Galaxy M54 5G
- Galaxy M55
- Galaxy M56
What to expect from the release schedule
The stable version should start with the S26 flagships and then move on to the S25 and S24. New Dobráveis arrive with the system ready.
Intermediários of line A and M will receive the update throughout the second half of 2026. Usuários can follow the progress through the Samsung Members app.
The company has not yet released the definitive official list. The projections follow the support public policies announced in recent years.
