Samsung has started rolling out the stable One UI 9 update, bringing its Android 17-based software experience to the Galaxy S26 series. The update follows months of beta testing and was first introduced with Samsung’s latest foldable devices.
The initial rollout covers the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+ and Galaxy S26 Ultra. Samsung says One UI 9 will gradually reach additional Galaxy smartphones and tablets, although the company has not yet published a complete device-by-device rollout schedule.
The new software brings changes to privacy, security, cameras and Galaxy AI, along with several additions to Samsung’s existing tools.
Rollout
Samsung confirmed the stable One UI 9 rollout in a newsroom announcement. The update is now available for the Galaxy S26 series, including the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+ and Galaxy S26 Ultra.
One UI 9 is based on Android 17 and follows the beta testing period that preceded the stable release.
Samsung says the update will expand to other compatible Galaxy devices in the coming weeks. Availability can vary by device, market and carrier, so not every eligible model is expected to receive the software at the same time.
The company has not published a complete rollout calendar yet.
Devices
Samsung has not confirmed the full list of compatible devices, but a footnote associated with the Privacy Alerts feature identifies a number of Galaxy models expected to receive One UI 9.
The devices mentioned include:
| Category | Devices listed |
|---|---|
| Galaxy S series | Galaxy S25, S25 FE, S24, S24 FE, S23, S23 FE |
| Galaxy Z series | Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, Z Fold 6, Z Flip 6, Z Fold 5, Z Flip 5 |
| Galaxy Tab series | Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra, Tab S11, Tab S10 Ultra, Tab S10 Plus, Tab S9 Ultra, Tab S9 Plus, Tab S9 |
This is not necessarily the complete list of devices that will receive the update.
Interestingly, the Galaxy S26+ is not included in this particular footnote list even though Samsung has confirmed that the phone is part of the initial Galaxy S26 One UI 9 rollout.
Owners of other recent Galaxy smartphones and tablets may therefore need to wait for Samsung to provide specific availability information for their models.
Privacy
Privacy and security are two of the main areas Samsung has highlighted with One UI 9.
The new Privacy Alerts feature uses on-device AI to identify potential privacy risks. It can flag situations involving unnecessary attempts to access permissions, giving users additional information about how applications interact with their device.
Samsung has also added a Security Brief to Now Brief. It can provide information about security-related issues such as malware, applications installed from unknown sources and unnecessary permissions.
The company is also expanding Scam Detection to additional countries and languages, although the availability of individual features can vary by market.
Camera
One UI 9 also adds new camera functionality.
My FanCam can automatically follow a selected subject while recording video and adjust the framing to keep that subject in view.
The feature is designed to reduce the need for manually adjusting the composition during recording. Instead, the software can track the chosen subject and modify the framing as that subject moves.
Samsung has also introduced other changes to the Now Brief experience, including Generative and Editable Cards.
Galaxy AI
Galaxy AI remains a major part of Samsung’s latest software update.
One UI 9 expands the Galaxy AI toolkit with features such as Now Nudge and Creative Studio. Samsung is also adding changes to Interpreter, Document Scan and Voice Recorder.
The collection is aimed at different everyday tasks, from translating conversations and working with documents to creating content and managing recordings.
The update also places warranty and care information directly within the Settings menu, giving users another way to access information about their device.
Security
The combination of Security Brief, Privacy Alerts and Scam Detection gives One UI 9 a stronger focus on identifying potential risks.
Security Brief is designed to surface information about issues such as malware and unknown-source applications. Privacy Alerts focuses on potentially unnecessary permission activity, while Scam Detection is intended to help identify scam-related risks.
These features are part of Samsung’s broader software approach rather than replacing existing device security measures.
Their availability may depend on the Galaxy model, region and supported language.
Availability
One UI 9 originally debuted with Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 series and Galaxy Z Flip 8 in July. The stable rollout has now expanded to the Galaxy S26 lineup.
Samsung is expected to continue expanding availability to older Galaxy smartphones and tablets. However, without a complete official schedule, users should check their device’s software update section for availability rather than assuming that every listed model will receive the update on the same day.
The initial rollout establishes the Galaxy S26 series as the first major smartphone range to receive the stable Android 17-based One UI 9 update. With privacy tools, camera changes, new Galaxy AI capabilities and additional security features, the update also sets the software direction for Samsung’s broader Galaxy device lineup.
