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Samsung prepares One UI 9.0 beta for Galaxy A56; Galaxy S26's seventh beta adds Bixby gesture wake-up and new AI features

Samsung is set to launch a One UI 9.0 beta for the Galaxy A56, as evidence emerges on its Community forum and servers. Meanwhile, the Galaxy S26's seventh beta introduces Bixby gesture wake-up and new AI features, enhancing user experience across devices.

SamMobile SamMobile+2 sources28 August 2026 · 15:51 UTC
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Samsung is preparing to launch a One UI 9.0 beta program for the Galaxy A56, as indicated by a new section on its Community forum and beta firmware found on its servers. This move follows earlier indications that Samsung would extend One UI 9.0 testing beyond the Galaxy S26 series.127

The seventh One UI 9 beta for the Galaxy S26 introduces features like Gesture wake-up, allowing users to activate Bixby by speaking into the mic while holding the phone near their mouth. This feature is not available during media playback or when Bixby is busy with another task.6

The update, which is currently live in regions including Germany, India, Poland, the UK, and South Korea, is expected to roll out soon in the US. The 1,234MB update includes the August 5, 2026 security patch and new AI features, although specific details on these features have not been disclosed.3

Notably, the update also brings improvements such as better usability of 'Do not disturb' mode and enhancements to device rebooting issues. Users have expressed impatience as the stable update is already available on the Galaxy S26 FE, a newer but cheaper model.

Samsung's commitment to refining the One UI 9 experience is evident, as they continue to polish the software before its wider release.

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“The seventh beta for the Galaxy S26 series is live in Germany, India, Poland, the UK, and South Korea, with the US expected soon. It includes the August 5, 2026 security patch and brings Fold 8's AI features like Finder with Google Search and My Fan Cam.”
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SamMobileSamMobile
“Samsung appears to be preparing a One UI 9.0 beta program for the Galaxy A56.”
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Android AuthorityAndroid Authority
“With the latest One UI 9 Beta 7 for the Galaxy S26, Samsung has added Gesture wake-up and home screen widgets, making Bixby easier to activate and use.”
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Android AuthorityAndroid Authority
“Samsung has released the seventh One UI 9 beta for the Galaxy S26 series.”
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