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Samsung releases first official One UI 9-based update for Galaxy Z Fold 8 phones
Samsung just released the first software update based on the official One UI 9 version. The company’s newest foldables are benefiting from this rollout; however, it’s coming a week before the public release of the devices.
First update for Galaxy Z Fold 8 phones
Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra (probably the Z Flip 8 too) are receiving their first software update, which is based on official One UI 9.
Even though it landed on the verge of August, security patches date back to June 2026. The firmware size is over 600 megabytes, and the changelog content doesn’t specify the target changes beyond stability improvements.
That said, this update is aimed at early units of the devices. GregglesTV confirmed the rollout for Galaxy Z Fold 8, while tipster Kailash spotted the update for the Ultra version as well, making the Flip 8 also a beneficiary.
- Galaxy Z Fold 8 – F971NKSU1AZGI / F971USQU1AZGI
- Z Fold 8 Ultra – F976NKSU1AZGI / F976USQU1AZGI
Samsung is shipping its new Galaxy devices with Seamless Updates support. It significantly reduces the downtime while installing a firmware update, as most of the process completes without powering off the device.
Source – Greggles TV
One UI 9 Update Rollout
Samsung may keep the Stable One UI 9 update restricted to its new foldable phones for a specific period, which could be anything between weeks and months.
The public rollout begins on August 7, the date when the Z8 series goes on sale. Meanwhile, the Galaxy S26 series is gearing up to receive the fifth Beta firmware update in August.
Samsung also plans to expand the Beta Program in August 2026. Galaxy S25 series is ready to make the jump, while the Z Flip 7 and Z Fold 7 may also be preparing for their turn.