Samsung has officially initiated the rollout of One UI 9, its newest skin built on Android 17, starting today. The company confirmed via its newsroom that the Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra are the first to receive the stable update. These follow approximately four months of beta testing, with the promise that more Galaxy devices will get the update in the coming weeks.
One UI 9 was first announced with Galaxy Z Fold8 and Flip8 in July, though only now is Samsung pushing the stable version to users. The update brings several headline features: My FanCam for automatic subject tracking in video, Generative and Editable Cards in Now Brief, a new Warranty and Care section in Settings, and expanded Galaxy AI tools like Now Nudge, Creative Studio, Interpreter, Document Scan, and Voice Recorder. Enhanced privacy and security also arrive in the form of Security Brief, Privacy Alerts, and Scam Detection.
What Devices Will Get Android 17 One UI 9?
Samsung included a partial list of supported devices in its announcement. Those confirmed to receive the upgrade include:
- Galaxy S26/S26 Ultra
- Galaxy S25/S25 FE
- Galaxy S24/S24 FE
- Galaxy S23/S23 FE
- Galaxy Z Fold7 / Flip7
- Galaxy Fold6 / Flip6
- Galaxy Z Fold5 / Flip5
- Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra / Tab S11
- Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra / Tab S10 Plus
- Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra / Tab S9 Plus / Tab S9
The list is not exhaustive: some devices like the S26+ were notably omitted despite also being slated for the update. A typo in the announcement (“Fol6”) suggests that the list was compiled hastily, reinforcing that more models are expected to join the roll-out.
What to Expect in the Coming Weeks
With the S26 line now receiving the stable version, users of other devices should prepare for updates soon. Samsung’s phrasing of “gradually roll out to other Galaxy devices” implies regional and model-by-model delays. Users will likely see the enhanced Galaxy AI tools and privacy features progressively reach their phones and tablets.
One UI 9 represents Samsung’s continued investment in AI-powered utilities and tighter security measures. My FanCam, Now Brief, and Interpreter elevate the user experience, while Privacy Alerts and Scam Detection respond to consumer demand for better protection. The challenge ahead will be managing the scale of rollout across regions and ensuring devices excluded from the initial list aren’t left behind.
In all, One UI 9 with Android 17 is Samsung’s strongest release in years—either solidifying its leadership in foldables and AI-driven UX, or setting a benchmark for what users expect from flagship Android phones. For anyone with a supported Galaxy device, this update will be one to watch closely.
