Samsung Japan: One UI 9 dates for 40 devices
The company confirmed that Galaxy phones and tablets will receive the Android 17-based update in Japan during October and November.
By Alina Carter ·
Samsung Japan has assigned specific release dates for its next major software update. The company stated that One UI 9 will roll out to a list of 40 eligible devices in the Japanese market between October and November 2026. While the timing is specific to that region, the roster of hardware included is expected to serve as a preview for global availability.
The update, which is built on Android 17, first arrived in September on the Galaxy S26 series. It has since expanded to other models from the previous generation. The new official list confirms that the Galaxy S26, S26+, S26 Ultra, S25, S25 Ultra, S24, S24 Ultra, S24 FE, S23, and S23 Ultra will all receive the new software.
Foldable devices are also part of the rollout. The list includes the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, Z Fold 6, Z Flip 6, Z Fold 5, and Z Flip 5. Samsung also named several mid-range handsets, specifically the Galaxy A57, A55, A54, A36, and A25. These phones will get the update alongside the flagships.
A large number of tablets are scheduled for the upgrade as well. The roster covers the Galaxy Tab S11, S11 Ultra, S10, S10+, S10 Ultra, S10 FE, S10 FE+, and S10 Lite. Older models are included in the plan, with the Galaxy Tab S9, S9+, S9 Ultra, S9 FE, and S9 FE+ all appearing on the list. The Galaxy Tab S6 Lite 2024, Tab A11, Tab A11+/5G, and Tab Active 5 Pro complete the group of 40 devices.
The provided list is not exhaustive. It omits certain "Plus" versions of recent flagship phones and many Galaxy A series models. It also excludes devices sold in other regions. Samsung indicated that the global rollout will extend beyond the Japanese window, with many entry-level devices likely to receive the update through December and January.
Owners of the 40 listed models in Japan can expect the software to arrive within the two-month window. The company will continue to push the update to other markets in the coming months.
