Millions Of Samsung Galaxy Phones Are Getting A Free Upgrade
Samsung is initiating a significant software transition as it prepares for the rollout of One UI 9 and the discontinuation of support for specific legacy models.
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The brief
Samsung has commenced testing for its One UI 9 software update, with build sightings confirmed for several series, including the Galaxy S26, S25, S24, S23, and various foldable devices. Simultaneously, the company is adjusting its beta enrollment processes for its mobile operating system.
Reports from PhoneArena note that these changes occur alongside ongoing criticisms regarding the current beta enrollment structure. Future developments will center on the official release schedule for the One UI 9 update.
Coverage does not yet specify the exact date for the software rollout or the full list of excluded devices beyond the S23 series.
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Quick answers
Which devices are confirmed for One UI 9 testing?
Testing is underway for the Galaxy Z Fold7, A56, and the S23 and S24 series.
Will the Galaxy S23 receive all future updates?
No, coverage indicates that One UI 9.5 will no longer run on the Galaxy S23.
What changes are being made to the software beta process?
Samsung is streamlining its One UI beta enrollment, though specific details on these procedural adjustments remain limited.
Coverage (5)
- A major software cleanup at Samsung. One UI 9.5 will no longer run on these devices, including Galaxy S23 Samsung magazín · 16h ago
- Samsung streamlines One UI beta enrollment, but still ignores the real problem PhoneArena · 16h ago
- Massive Samsung One UI 9 Leak: Builds Spotted for Galaxy S26, S25, S24, S23 Series & Foldables nokiapoweruser.com · 16h ago
- Samsung is now testing One UI 9 for the Galaxy Z Fold7, A56, S23, and S24 series GSMArena.com · 16h ago
- Millions Of Samsung Galaxy Phones Are Getting A Free Upgrade Forbes · 16h ago
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