Samsung Galaxy Watch6 series receives One UI 9 Watch beta, Galaxy S25 series gets One UI 9 Beta 2 with Fold8's features

Posted on Sept. 8, 2026, 8 a.m.

Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Series Gets One UI 9 Watch Beta, Bringing Advanced Features

Samsung is actively expanding its One UI 9 Watch beta program, and the latest recipients are the popular Galaxy Watch6 and Galaxy Watch6 Classic. This rollout follows previous beta releases for other Galaxy Watch models, signaling Samsung's commitment to bringing its latest smartwatch software to a wider audience.

Samsung Galaxy Watch6 with One UI 9 beta.

Expanded Beta Rollout for the Galaxy Watch6 Lineup

The One UI 9 Watch beta update is now available for both the standard Galaxy Watch6 (40mm and 44mm models) and the Galaxy Watch6 Classic (43mm and 47mm models). Users in South Korea can participate in the beta program by enrolling through the Samsung Members app. The firmware versions for these updates are R93xXXU2ZZI1, R94xXXU2ZZI1, R95xXXU2ZZI1, and R96xXXU2ZZI1, respectively.

Galaxy S25 Series Also Receives One UI 9 Beta 2

In parallel, Samsung has also pushed out the second beta update for its flagship smartphone series, the Galaxy S25. Following the initial beta release approximately a week ago, the One UI 9 Beta 2 is now available for the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra. This update, weighing in at around 660MB, is rolling out in India with firmware versions ending in ZZI4/DZI4 and focuses on bug fixes and the integration of new AI capabilities.

Fold8's AI Features Debut on Galaxy S25 Series

While the official changelog is concise, multiple reports indicate that the "new AI features" introduced with the One UI 9 Beta 2 for the Galaxy S25 series are identical to those previously rolled out for the Galaxy Z Fold8 series. These innovative AI enhancements include: