Samsung has started rolling out the One UI 9 beta update for selected Galaxy users. For now, the beta program is available only in South Korea, the United States, and India. The company is expected to bring the update to more countries and more Galaxy devices in the coming months.
The new One UI 9 update comes with design changes, useful features, and better security options. Samsung is also improving some of its main apps to make the overall experience smoother for users.
One UI 9 Brings New Features
With One UI 9, Samsung has added several new features across its apps and system interface.
The Samsung Notes app is getting a fresh update with new decorative tape effects and extra pen styles. This will help users make their notes look more creative and personal.
The Contacts app has also received a useful upgrade. Users can now access Creative Studio directly from the app. This means they can create custom profile cards without opening another app.
Samsung has also redesigned the Quick Panel. Users will now get separate controls for brightness, media playback, and sound settings. The company has also added more options to change the layout and size of the panel, giving users more control over how it looks.
For users who connect a mouse to their Galaxy device, One UI 9 now brings adjustable mouse-key speed settings. This should make cursor movement smoother and more comfortable.
Better Security Features
Security is another major focus of One UI 9. Samsung says the new update can detect harmful apps, block risky installations, and warn users about possible security threats before they create problems.
This can be helpful for users who download apps from different sources or often install new apps on their phones.
Eligible Devices for One UI 9 Beta
At the moment, the One UI 9 beta program is available for the Galaxy S26 series.
The supported devices include:
Galaxy S26
Galaxy S26 Plus
Galaxy S26 Ultra
Samsung may later expand the beta update to more devices. These could include the Galaxy S25 series, Galaxy A57, Galaxy A34, Galaxy A17 5G, Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8, and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra.
How to Install One UI 9 Beta Update
If your device is eligible for the beta program, you can install the update by following these steps:
Download the Samsung Members app on your phone.
Open the app and check for the One UI 9 Beta Program banner.
Tap on the banner and complete the registration process.
After registration, go to Settings.
Open Software Update.
Tap on Download and install.
Once the update is available for your device, you will be able to install it from there.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge Gets Big Discount in India
In other Samsung news, the Galaxy S25 Edge is now available with a big price cut in India.
The smartphone was launched at ₹1,09,999 for the 256GB variant. The 512GB model was priced at ₹1,21,999. Both variants come with 12GB RAM and are available in Titanium JetBlack and Titanium Silver colour options.
Now, the 256GB variant is listed on Flipkart for ₹59,999. This gives buyers a flat discount of ₹50,000 compared to the launch price.
Customers using eligible Axis Bank or SBI Flipkart credit cards can also get an extra discount of ₹3,000. This makes the deal even better for buyers planning to purchase a premium Samsung smartphone.
For users who want a flagship Galaxy phone at a lower price, the Galaxy S25 Edge deal is currently one of the biggest offers available in India.
