Samsung launches One UI 9 beta for Galaxy S26 (opens in new tab)

Samsung has started the beta program for One UI 9, its Android 17-based software update, for Galaxy S26 series users, according to reports published after the rollout began this week. The beta began about 24 hours after Samsung’s stable One UI 8.5 release on numerous devices, Droid Life reported. The update includes changes to the Quick Panel and Samsung Notes. Other reported additions include expanded Samsung DeX features, new text and note tools, and a control that can block internet access...