Samsung Japan sets One UI 9 dates for 40 Galaxy devices
The official schedule confirms Android 17-based updates for specific phones and tablets in Japan during late 2026.
By Thiago Kovalenko ·
Samsung Japan published a schedule on October 23, 2026, confirming that 40 specific Galaxy smartphones and tablets will receive the One UI 9 software update in the coming weeks. The update is built on Android 17 and replaces the current operating system version on these hardware models.
The company stated that the rollout for these devices will occur across October and November 2026 within Japan. While the timing applies strictly to the Japanese market, the list of eligible hardware is expected to serve as the baseline for global releases. Samsung has not yet provided specific dates for other regions.
The eligible roster includes the Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra flagships, along with the Galaxy S25 and S25 Ultra. The list also covers the Galaxy S24, S24 Ultra, S24 FE, S23, and S23 Ultra. Among foldable devices, the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, Z Fold 6, Z Flip 6, Z Fold 5, and Z Flip 5 are included.
Mid-range options on the list comprise the Galaxy A57, A55, A54, A36, and A25. The tablet section includes the Galaxy Tab S11 and S11 Ultra, the Tab S10 series, and the Tab S9 series. Additional tablets listed are the Tab S10 Lite, Tab S6 Lite (2024), Tab A11, Tab A11+/5G, and Tab Active 5 Pro.
The published list excludes certain hardware, such as the Plus variants of recent Galaxy S flagships and several Galaxy A models. Analysts note that the absence of these devices does not confirm they will miss the update, but rather that they are not part of this specific initial wave for Japan.
One UI 9 debuted on the Galaxy S26 series in September 2026 and has since rolled out to select previous-generation devices. Samsung expects to continue the global rollout beyond the November window for Japan, with many entry-level devices likely to receive the software in December 2026 and January 2027.
The company did not announce when the remaining global regions will receive the update. The next major step in the process will be the completion of the Japanese rollout in November, followed by the expansion to other international markets.
