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Samsung Rolls Out One UI 9 Update for Galaxy A36 5G
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In Short: Samsung has begun rolling out the stable One UI 9 update for the Galaxy A36 5G outside of South Korea.
Samsung has started rolling out the stable One UI 9 update for the Galaxy A36 5G outside of South Korea, according to user reports on Reddit.
The update, which is based on Android 17, brings several performance improvements and customization features to the device.
One UI 9 adds customization options for the Quick Settings panel, allowing users to resize and rearrange controls.
According to Android Authority, Samsung is staying true to its promise of providing six years of OS updates for its devices.
The Galaxy A36 5G, while not the best mid-range smartphone, remains one of the most popular Samsung phones.
Samsung has also introduced useful interface tweaks, such as a network speed indicator in the status bar and a 'Warranty and care' section in the Settings app.
Some users have reported occasional lags with the new update, prompting Samsung to actively seek feedback to address these issues.
The Galaxy A36 5G is receiving the same update with the build version A366NKSU9DZIF.
Samsung has expanded its One UI 9 update program to include the Galaxy S23 and select mid-range devices, continuing its beta testing.
The update for the Galaxy A36 5G is expected to reach US units soon.
Samsung has not yet officially published a confirmed roster of One UI 9 eligible devices.
The Galaxy A37 is also receiving the One UI 9.0 update, with firmware versions A376USQU5BZI6 for the carrier-locked variant and A376U1UEU5BZI6 for the factory-unlocked variant.
What this adds
The Galaxy A36 5G update is part of Samsung's broader strategy to maintain a consistent update schedule for its devices.
Samsung's commitment to long-term OS support sets it apart from other Android brands.
What's confirmed
- According to user reports on Reddit, Samsung has started rolling out the stable One UI 9 update for the Galaxy A36 5G outside of South Korea.
- The Galaxy A36 5G might not be the best mid-range smartphone, but it’s still one of the most popular Samsung phones.
- The Galaxy A36 is receiving the same update with the build version A366NKSU9DZIF.
- Samsung started rolling out the stable One UI 9 update to the Galaxy S26 series in Korea a few days ago, which usually means owners elsewhere don’t have to wait too long.
What's still developing
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- Samsung launched One UI 9 on September 16, first on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 series (where it was preinstalled) and the Galaxy S26 lineup, then extended it to older devices.
- Now, following the launch of Android 17, One UI 9 is rolling out to many more Galaxy phones – including yours, if you have a fairly recent handset.
- Galaxy S26 owners worldwide are reporting successful over-the-air (OTA) update downloads.
- It’s a rough day for those who had been considering a Galaxy S26 series device, but had not yet pulled the trigger.
- Galaxy S24 series owners on AT&T and T-Mobile are receiving the update, while US customers holding unlocked versions of the Z Fold6 or Z Flip6 are also in line now.