Samsung expands the One UI 9.0 beta: here are all the compatible Galaxy smartphones

Written by Jason Miller

Samsung has started the program One UI 9.0 betathe new version of the proprietary interface based on Android 17. The testing phase allows users with certain Galaxy devices to test new software features in advance before the stable version is released. The program initially launched in May with the Galaxy S26 series.

Approximately three months after starting testing, Samsung is now expanding the availability of the beta to more devices. The expansion concerns several smartphones belonging to the ranges Galaxy S, Galaxy Z and Galaxy A. Availability, however, is not yet global and depends on the model and the reference market.

The devices currently listed as compatible with the One UI 9.0 beta program are:

  • Galaxy S26
  • Galaxy S26+
  • Galaxy S26 Ultra
  • Galaxy S25
  • Galaxy S25+
  • Galaxy S25 Ultra
  • Galaxy S25 FE
  • Galaxy S24
  • Galaxy S24+
  • Galaxy S24 Ultra
  • Galaxy Z Fold 7
  • Galaxy Z Flip 7
  • Galaxy Z Fold 6
  • Galaxy Z Flip 6
  • Galaxy A57 5G

Who is the One UI 9 beta available for? How to access it?

As for the Galaxy S26 series, the One UI 9.0 beta is available in United States, United Kingdom, India, Poland, Germany and South Korea. For the Galaxy S25 series and the other models included in the program, however, availability can be limited to United States, United Kingdom, India and South Korea.

Users who own one of the supported devices and are located in a country affected by the program can verify the possibility of participating directly via the Samsung Members app. It is necessary to locate the appropriate banner dedicated to the beta and complete the registration procedure.

Once registered, the update can be searched through Settings > Software Update > Download and Install. The list of devices is also destined to grow with the progressive expansion of the program.

Jason Miller

I'm Jason Miller, and I've been passionate about technology and storytelling for over a decade. As a lead writer at Herald Editorials, I strive to bring clarity and creativity to complex tech topics. When I'm not writing, you'll find me exploring the latest gadgets or hiking in the great outdoors.