Samsung's One UI 9.5 beta could open to the Galaxy S26 series as soon as next week, according to tipster Fahad Ali Javed. Samsung hasn't confirmed a date, so treat this one as a leak for now.
SamMobile reports that a newer Galaxy S26 Ultra build, S948BXXU6ZZKF, has appeared on Samsung's internal servers, following the earlier S948BXXU6ZZK3 spotted last week. Based on that, the tipster expects the beta program to open next week.
What the leaks say is coming
As per the leaks, the rumored feature list includes the following:
- Memory app: A new AI-powered app for saving screenshots, voice notes and webpages in one place, opened with a three-finger swipe down, according to SamMobile.
- Bixby redesign: A redesigned Bixby that can reportedly act as an AI agent for tasks such as hotel bookings and grocery orders.
- Phone app search: The Phone app is said to move its search to the bottom of the screen.
- Call recording: A “Record calls in other apps” option that reportedly covers WhatsApp, Telegram and Google Meet, with a toggle for each, per Android Authority.
Why these changes matter
A bottom-aligned Phone app search bar is a quality-of-life change for big phones, and it's the kind of tweak you notice every day. SamMobile also says Samsung seems to be moving key action buttons to the bottom of One UI apps for easier reach.
Call recording for third-party calling apps would be a first for the Phone app, if the rumor proves true. Android Authority notes it could be limited to certain regions because of local call recording laws.
The S25 sighting is worth watching too. SamMobile has also spotted a One UI 9.5 firmware for the Galaxy S25 Ultra, S938BXXUDEZKG, and Android Authority says Samsung appears to be testing the update on the S25 series as well, with the S26 expected to get the beta first.
When to expect One UI 9.5
The tip points to next week for the Galaxy S26 beta, but Samsung itself hasn't said anything. In a November 4 report, SamMobile said One UI 9.5 testing surfaced earlier than One UI 8.5 testing did for the S25, which it reads as pointing to a beta in late November or early December. Last year's One UI 8.5 beta for the Galaxy S25 series opened on December 8.
If you own a Galaxy S26, keep an eye on the Samsung Members app next week. Beta builds are rarely daily-driver material, so back up your phone first and think twice before installing on your main device.
Based on what's leaked so far, it'll be worth seeing whether Samsung confirms the feature list when the beta actually opens. We're still waiting on an official date, and we'll update this story as soon as Samsung gives one.
