Android 17 made its debut on Google Pixel devices this month, and Samsung is already moving quickly to bring the update to Galaxy phones and tablets. The company has started testing One UI 9 builds based on Android 17 across a growing range of devices, from flagship handsets to mid-range models and tablets.
Samsung pushed its first Android 17 beta in May, beginning with the Galaxy S26 series. That initial beta program is expected to continue for several weeks as engineers refine stability, battery performance, and compatibility with Samsung apps and services. Based on the current pace, One UI 9 will likely expand to more handsets and tablets over the summer, with additional beta releases and wider rollouts to follow once testing proves successful.
- Here’s the changelog for Samsung’s Android 17 update, One UI 9 (summary available in the original announcement)
Samsung’s testing already covers both current flagships and older models. Internal builds appear on devices ranging back to the Galaxy S24 series, and even several Galaxy A models and tablets are included in the test pool. This broad testing helps Samsung identify device-specific issues and prepare a smoother public release for as many users as possible.
As industry observers have noted, there are numerous One UI 9 builds in progress for a variety of Galaxy devices. Some of these are for unreleased hardware, while others target models already on the market. The company’s approach typically phases updates, with flagship devices getting early access followed by a gradual expansion to mid-range phones and tablets.
Below is the current list of Samsung devices known to have Android 17 / One UI 9 builds in development:
- Galaxy S26
- Galaxy S26+
- Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Galaxy S25
- Galaxy S25+
- Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Galaxy S24
- Galaxy S24+
- Galaxy S24 Ultra
- Galaxy S24 FE
- Galaxy Z Fold 7
- Galaxy Z Flip 7
- Galaxy A57
- Galaxy A56
- Galaxy A34
- Galaxy A17
- Galaxy A16
- Galaxy Tab S11
- Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S10+
- Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra
In addition to these public models, there are unreleased Samsung devices reported to have Android 17 builds under testing. Those include anticipated foldables, upcoming tablet variants, and next-generation A-series devices. Testing on unreleased hardware typically focuses on optimizing new features, S Pen functionality for compatible models, camera integration, and ensuring that One UI enhancements perform well on novel form factors.
While there is no fixed schedule for when stable One UI 9 updates will roll out to every model, the presence of numerous beta builds is a strong sign that broader releases are on the horizon. Samsung’s typical pattern is to seed early betas to flagship owners and developers, resolve critical issues through subsequent builds, then widen the release to additional devices. That process can take weeks to months depending on the complexity of device-specific fixes and certification requirements from carriers and regions.
More on Android 17:
- This is every new feature in Android 17 (detailed walkthrough and feature overview available from official coverage)
- OEM updates to Android 17 are showing varied visual approaches from different brands, including new design elements and customizations
- Android 17 improves device-to-device transfer capabilities and expands compatibility for restoring data from other platforms
As testing continues, users interested in early access should watch for official beta program announcements from Samsung. Those announcements typically explain eligibility, how to enroll in a beta, and what to expect in terms of stability and known issues. For most consumers, waiting for the stable build is recommended to ensure the best balance of performance and reliability.
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