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FactIn ProgressProduct·March 16, 2026
Samsung Begins Internal Testing of Android 17-Based One UI 9 on Galaxy S26
Samsung has started internal development and testing of One UI 9 based on Android 17, with early firmware builds appearing on Samsung's servers for the Galaxy S26 series.
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Evidence45%Reported
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March 16, 2026
Last updated
March 16, 2026
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Samsung is already testing Android 17-based One UI 9 on your brand new Galaxy S26Androidauthority·Mar 16
Evidence Strength
Evidence45%Reported
Based on original reporting
Single publisher source
Insights
First tracked
March 16, 2026
Last updated
March 16, 2026
Sources
1 source
Related Developments
Pixel Watch 4 Dual-Band GPS Delivers Sustained Accuracy ImprovementAndroid 16 VPN Bug Reported Unfixed for Months Despite Multiple Provider Complaints9to5Google: Nothing Phone (4a) Pro Review Suggests Pixel 10a Will Offer Better Performance via Tensor G4Android 17 Canary Build Introduces Redesigned Screen Recording UIGoogle Announces Mandatory 24-Hour Waiting Period for Android App Sideloading