Samsung kicks off One UI 9 beta: Here’s what’s new on your Galaxy S26

• Samsung has launched the Android 17-based One UI 9 beta for the Galaxy S26 series in South Korea, Germany, and the UK.
• The update introduces a more customizable Quick Panel, Samsung DeX multitasking enhancements, and a new “Tape” feature in Samsung Notes.
• Key accessibility and privacy upgrades include unified TalkBack updates via the Play Store and a blue indicator for active location access.

One UI 8.5 has barely rolled out across Samsung’s device lineup, but the company is already moving forward with One UI 9. Samsung announced the One UI 9 beta for the Galaxy S26 series yesterday, and the update has now begun rolling out in the first wave of regions, revealing the full changelog.

The One UI 9 beta program is live for the Galaxy S26 in South Korea, Germany, and the UK, as spotted by Tarun Vats on X.