Samsung is preparing for its next major software update as the One UI 9 eligible devices list has surfaced online ahead of the official rollout. The upcoming One UI 9 update will be based on Android 17 and is expected to bring new AI features, smoother performance, and improved security to Galaxy smartphones and tablets.
Although Samsung recently started rolling out One UI 8.5, reports suggest that the company has already begun testing One UI 9 beta for the Galaxy S26 series. Samsung users are now eager to know whether their Galaxy device will receive the next big Android update.
The leaked list includes flagship Galaxy S series phones, foldable devices, tablets, and several mid range Galaxy A, M, and F series smartphones.
One UI 9 Eligible Devices Include Galaxy S, Z And A Series
Samsung has not officially confirmed the final list yet, but the expected devices are based on the company’s software update policy:
Galaxy S series expected to get One UI 9:
- Samsung Galaxy S26
- Samsung S26 Plus
- Samsung S26 Ultra
- Samsung Galaxy S25
- Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus
- Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- Samsung Galaxy S24
- Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus
- Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
- Samsung Galaxy S24 FE
- Samsung Galaxy S23
- Samsung Galaxy S23 Plus
- Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
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Galaxy Z foldable phones eligible for update:
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6
- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
- Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
Samsung is also expected to bring the Android 17 based One UI 9 update to multiple Galaxy A series smartphones, including:
- Samsung Galaxy A56
- Samsung Galaxy A55
- Samsung Galaxy A36
- Samsung Galaxy A35
- Samsung Galaxy A25
- Samsung Galaxy A16
Rollout Timeline And Expected Features
Reports suggest that One UI 9 could debut in July 2026 alongside Samsung’s upcoming foldable smartphones. The stable rollout may begin in the third quarter of 2026.
Expected One UI 9 features:
- Android 17 based software
- Improved Galaxy AI features
- Better battery optimisation
- Enhanced security and privacy tools
- Faster animations and smoother performance
- New multitasking features for foldables and tablets
Samsung tablets such as the Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 series, Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 lineup, and Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series are also expected to receive the update.
The One UI 9 eligible devices list indicates that Samsung will continue offering long term software support across premium and mid range Galaxy devices. Users should still wait for Samsung’s official confirmation before expecting the update on their phones.
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