6 One UI 9 features you should immediately try out - Android Police
Samsung has begun the global rollout of the One UI 9 update for the Galaxy S26 series, following its initial debut on the Galaxy Z Fold 8. The update, based on Android 17, introduces several new features including a 'My FanCam' mode.
Why it matters
Software updates are critical for maintaining device security and user experience, and this rollout marks the expansion of Samsung's latest interface to its flagship smartphone lineup.
Credit: Lucas Gouveia / Android Police By Sanuj Bhatia Published Oct 3, 2026, 3:00 PM EDT Sanuj is a freelance tech journalist with over six years of experience covering smartphones, wearables, and consumer technology. He currently writes for Android Police, Tom's Guide, Android Central, Android Authority, and Pocket-lint. He has previously contributed to publications like Pocketnow and MakeUseOf. Since the start of 2025 alone, he has tested over 30 smartphones. He has also attended major global trade shows including MWC (2024, 2025, 2026) and IFA (2024, 2025), along with launch events hosted by Google, Samsung, and other leading Android brands. When he's not writing about tech, you'll find him sipping a cup of chai, scrolling Twitter, and reading updates about his favorite football club, Chelsea FC. Feel free to reach out to him via email at sanujb6 [at] gmail [dot] com.
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