One UI 9 Beta Hits Unlocked Galaxy S26 in the US
Samsung's Android 17-based One UI 9 beta is now reaching unlocked Galaxy S26 users in the US after an initial T-Mobile-only rollout.
Samsung is expanding its Android 17-based One UI 9 beta to more Galaxy S26 owners in the US. The update initially reached only T-Mobile users, and now unlocked Galaxy S26 users enrolled in the beta program are receiving it.
The beta build measures around 650MB, according to 9to5google.com.
One UI 9 brings enhancements to Galaxy AI features, including Now nudge and My FanCam. Samsung has also added a Warranty and care menu in settings.
Privacy gets a small tweak as well: a blue indicator now appears when an app accesses location.
Samsung Health has been redesigned with improved charts and customizable home screen cards.
Quick answers
Which Galaxy S26 users are getting the One UI 9 beta?
Unlocked Galaxy S26 users enrolled in the beta program in the US are now receiving the update, after an initial rollout limited to T-Mobile users.
How big is the One UI 9 beta update?
The beta update measures around 650MB.
What new features does One UI 9 add?
It enhances Galaxy AI features including Now nudge and My FanCam, adds a Warranty and care menu in settings, shows a blue indicator when an app accesses location, and redesigns Samsung Health with improved charts and customizable home screen cards.