Samsung is reportedly accelerating internal testing for One UI 9, based on Android 17, with new firmware builds appearing for several Galaxy Fan Edition (FE) models and the Galaxy S25 Edge.

• New internal test builds found for Galaxy S25 FE, Galaxy S24 FE, Galaxy S23 FE, and Galaxy S25 Edge.
• All builds are based on the July 2026 security patch, indicating active development.
• This news emerges ahead of the expected unveiling of One UI 9's stable version at an upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event.

Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy A27 5G in Kenya, featuring upgraded hardware and software at a price point that has raised some eyebrows.

• Recommended retail prices are KES 41,300 for 4GB/64GB and KES 52,500 for 8GB/256GB, though street prices are lower.
• The new model boasts a faster Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chip and AI features like "Circle to Search" and "Object Eraser."
• Notable downgrades include weaker water resistance (IP64 from IP67) and a smaller ultra-wide camera (5MP from 8MP) compared to its predecessor.

Samsung appears poised to extend its One UI beta testing program to its Galaxy A series mid-range phones for the upcoming One UI 9 update, following a successful trial with the Galaxy A36 5G.

• The Galaxy A series, previously excluded from betas, was included in the One UI 8.5 beta program for the Galaxy A36 5G in India.
• While not officially confirmed, past patterns suggest Samsung may include models like the Galaxy A37 and Galaxy A57 in the One UI 9 beta.
• If included, the beta rollout for the A series is expected to be selective, limited to specific regions like India, and occur later in the development cycle than for flagship devices.