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Samsung is testing One UI 9.0 (Android 17) across a wide range of Galaxy devices, from budget models to flagship foldables.

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Samsung tested One UI 9.0 across various devices, including the Galaxy S26 series and the budget-friendly Galaxy A16 5G. Development also began for the Galaxy A56 and Galaxy S24 FE, while some devices, including the Galaxy S23, would not run One UI 9.5.

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The brief

Samsung has begun testing One UI 9.0, based on Android 17, for 21 Galaxy devices. Testing includes the Galaxy S26 series, Z Fold7, S24, and S23 series, as well as budget-friendly models like the Galaxy A16 5G and A56. Development is also underway for the Galaxy S24 FE.

Coverage from GSMArena, SamMobile, and Android Headlines emphasizes the iterative nature of the rollout, noting that the Galaxy S26 series has already received a third beta update. Tech Times reports that a stable Android 17 release is expected in July, while Moneycontrol specifies that One UI 9 Beta 4 for the S26 is slated to roll out starting June 30. Attention is now turning toward the stability of these builds and the specifics of the beta enrollment process.

Additionally, Samsung magazín reports a software cleanup indicating that One UI 9.5 will not run on certain devices, including the Galaxy S23.

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Quick answers

Which devices are currently involved in One UI 9 testing?

Testing includes the Galaxy S26, S25, S24, and S23 series, foldables such as the Z Fold7, and A-series models including the A56 and A16 5G.

When is the next beta update for the Galaxy S26 expected?

According to Moneycontrol and Tech Times, One UI 9 Beta 4 is expected to roll out starting June 30.

Will all Galaxy devices be supported by future versions?

Coverage from Samsung magazín indicates that One UI 9.5 will no longer run on some devices, specifically mentioning the Galaxy S23.

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