Last updated: June 9th, 2026 at 08:38 UTC+02:00
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It is live for devices running on One UI 8.5.
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Samsung has started rolling out a new update to the Always On Display app for Galaxy smartphones. The app, as the name suggests, is responsible for handling the information that the phone shows on the screen when the device is locked, allowing users to view things like the date, time, notifications, and widgets without waking up the phone.
The update carries version 8.9.36.23, and brings one change: New user interface and animations for Google Sports soccer goal celebrations and key moments in Now Bar (via @A2ZTechX). It looks like the brand is rolling out the update to devices running One UI 8.5. To get it, go to Galaxy Store > Menu > Updates > Update all.
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Samsung Galaxy Phone Always On Display update 8.9.36.23 changelog – Source: SamMobile / Asif Iqbal Shaik
SamMobile / Asif Iqbal Shaik
Samsung Galaxy Phone Always On Display update 8.9.36.23 changelog – Source: SamMobile / Asif Iqbal Shaik
Speaking of One UI 8.5, Samsung recently completed rolling out the stable version of the new software to all the Galaxy smartphones and tablets confirmed to get it. The brand has also released the update to eleven devices that were expected but not confirmed to get the update.
Now, Samsung is focusing on developing One UI 9.0 (Android 17) for eligible Galaxy smartphones and tablets. Earlier today, firmware files for Galaxy A57, Galaxy A34, and Galaxy A17 featuring the company’s new Android customisation were spotted for the first time.
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