Samsung has rolled out its One UI 8 update, based on Android 16, to the Galaxy Tab S9 series in East Africa, including Kenya. This significant update introduces new features such as expanded Galaxy AI, major improvements to DeX, and an overall refined tablet experience.

• The update notably arrived earlier for the Galaxy Tab S8, Tab S8+ and Tab S8 Ultra on October 31.
• Key features include an expanded Galaxy AI suite with real-time call captions and enhanced AI Select.
• The DeX desktop environment receives substantial upgrades, including widget support on external displays and WQHD resolution.
• Enhanced multitasking allows for three apps side-by-side in landscape mode and a new split-screen "push" feature.
• The update also brings improved productivity tools like Sticky notes in Samsung Notes and multi-pane browsing in My Files.