Samsung Electronics has begun the official rollout of One UI 9, bringing new Galaxy AI features, personalization tools and security capabilities to more Galaxy devices.
The rollout starts with the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+ and Galaxy S26 Ultra, following the software’s debut on Samsung’s latest foldable devices, including the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Flip8.
One UI 9 is designed to make Galaxy devices more context-aware, while giving users more control over how they capture content, organize information and manage their devices.
AI moves deeper into everyday Galaxy features
One of the most visible additions is My FanCam, which uses AI to automatically track a selected person in recorded video and keep them centered as the scene changes. The feature is designed to reduce the need for manual reframing when recording performances, sporting events and other moving subjects.
Samsung is also expanding the Now Brief experience with Generative and Editable Cards. Users can create and customize cards covering areas such as health, weather and video, allowing the daily summary to reflect information they consider most relevant.
Another addition, Now Nudge, brings context-aware suggestions into more parts of the Galaxy experience. When users are making plans in a text conversation, for example, the feature can surface reservation information or allow a shared location to be saved without requiring them to leave the conversation.
Samsung is also adding more proactive creative assistance. Creative Studio can suggest image-generation ideas based on upcoming events, such as creating a themed birthday image or greeting when a friend’s birthday approaches.
Translation and productivity get new tools
One UI 9 also expands Samsung’s translation and productivity features.
Interpreter gains a Thread View that allows users to refer back to earlier exchanges during translated conversations. Samsung says Conversation Mode translation is also faster, while compatible Galaxy Buds can provide quicker playback.
Document Scan has been updated to handle difficult materials, including curved book pages and papers with folded corners, with less manual adjustment. Samsung is also improving scanning on compatible large-screen Galaxy devices and adding an enhanced Finger Eraser.
For recorded conversations and meetings, Voice Recorder now presents summaries in a more structured format, including headings and tables designed to make key information easier to review.
Samsung adds more device-management tools
One UI 9 also moves more support functions into the Settings menu through Warranty and Care.
Users can check warranty coverage for connected mobile devices, run self-diagnostics, view repair estimates, manage Samsung Care+ and book service appointments.
The changes point to a broader shift in Samsung’s software strategy, with AI increasingly embedded not only in flagship camera and productivity features but also in device management and everyday interactions.
Security becomes more proactive
Samsung is also adding new security and privacy features.
Security Brief brings alerts about potential issues such as malware, apps installed from unknown sources and unnecessary permissions into Now Brief.
Privacy Alerts use on-device AI to identify potential privacy risks, including unnecessary attempts by applications to access permissions in the background.
Samsung is also expanding Scam Detection to additional countries and languages, extending protection against potentially fraudulent calls to more Galaxy users in supported markets.
The One UI 9 rollout will expand beyond the initial Galaxy S26 series as Samsung makes the software available to additional compatible Galaxy devices. Availability of individual features may vary by device, market and language.
