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One UI 9 beta for Galaxy S25 series may arrive sooner than expected

Created at 4 Jun · 10:46 AM2 sources↑ Market-relevant2 events
IN SHORT

Internal testing of Samsung's One UI 9 for the Galaxy S25 series has reportedly begun, with a test build appearing earlier than anticipated. This suggests a potentially faster development cycle for the update, with the beta possibly launching this month or next for S25 devices.

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Key Numbers

2 weeksearlier than last year's One UI 8 testing timeline

Who's Involved

Samsung
Developer of One UI 9 and Galaxy S25 series
Tarun Vats
Tipster who reported on One UI 9 development

↳ Why This Matters

This accelerated development timeline suggests Samsung is prioritizing the rollout of its latest software features to older flagship devices, potentially improving user experience and device longevity.

Key facts

  • Internal testing of One UI 9 for the Galaxy S25 series has begun.
  • A One UI 9 test build has been spotted.
  • This testing is occurring earlier than the One UI 8 testing timeline last year.
  • The One UI 9 beta could arrive for the Galaxy S25 lineup this month or next.

Samsung has reportedly initiated internal testing for its upcoming One UI 9 software update, specifically for the Galaxy S25 series. According to information from tipster Tarun Vats, the first test build for One UI 9 has been observed. This development is noted to be approximately two weeks ahead of the schedule seen during the testing phase for the previous One UI 8 update. Consequently, the beta release of One UI 9 for the Galaxy S25 lineup is anticipated to occur within the current or next month. Owners of the Galaxy S24 series may expect a later rollout of this update.

Frequently asked questions

One UI 9 is the next major version of Samsung's custom user interface for Android devices, built upon Google's Android operating system.

The Galaxy S25 series is expected to receive the One UI 9 beta first, potentially within the next month or two.

While not explicitly stated in this update, previous versions of One UI are based on the corresponding Android version. One UI 9 is expected to be based on a recent Android release.

What Happens Next

01One UI 9 beta release for Galaxy S25 series this month or next.
02Potential future beta releases for Galaxy S24 series.

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How It Developed

5 Jun · 7:06 AM
Samsung has reportedly started internal testing of One UI 9 for the Galaxy S25 series, potentially leading to an earlier beta release than anticipated.
Android Authority via PiQSuite
4 Jun · 10:30 AM
The One UI 9 beta for the Galaxy S26 series, based on Android 17, includes quality-of-life changes but omits a favorite Android 17 feature.
Android Authority via PiQSuite

Sources

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One UI 9 is skipping my favorite Android 17 featurem.piqsuite.com
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Your Galaxy S25 could get One UI 9 much earlier than expectedm.piqsuite.com

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