Samsung has begun expanding its Android 17 update—branded as One UI 9—to the Galaxy S24 lineup and its newest foldables, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6, kicking off in South Korea. This marks the latest phase in the company’s ongoing rollout, which initially launched with the Galaxy S26 in September.
What’s Rolling Out and Where
The update includes the Galaxy S24, S24+, S24 Ultra, as well as the Fold 6 and Flip 6, and is currently available in South Korea. Users already part of Samsung’s beta program are receiving the firmware first. For the S24 devices, the package weighs in around 500 MB. Foldables are receiving a similar-sized update.
One UI 9 brings Android 17’s full suite of new features—fresh visuals, upgraded system behaviors, and improved functionality—building on what was introduced with recent Galaxy S and Z models. While the core additions haven’t been detailed for these models, this release follows the OS transformation that launched with Galaxy S26, and has since extended to the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and S25 series.
What to Expect Going Forward
This rollout is still in its early days. Outside South Korea, broader availability should begin soon. Samsung typically widens device eligibility and expands regional coverage after initial testing among beta users—meaning S24 and foldable users in other markets may see it within days to a couple of weeks.
For those wondering about impact, updating to One UI 9 means access to Android 17’s performance enhancements, interface refinements, and new tools. It also signals Samsung’s continued commitment to keeping even slightly older flagships current with its premium feature set.
These updates matter because they reflect Samsung’s pace in rolling out major OS upgrades across its flagship devices. Keeping the S24 and foldables among the first non-S26 models to receive Android 17 helps maintain their relevance well into the next year.
What to watch: Which regions Samsung will add next, when the update exits beta status, and whether the rollout hits all carriers and markets without delays.
