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Here is the full changelog of Galaxy S25's first One UI 9 beta update

The update brings several new features.

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TL;DR

  • Samsung’s first One UI 9 beta for the Galaxy S25 lineup adds a new Pay Now feature for Now Brief and includes updates for the S25, S25+, S25 Ultra, and S25 FE.
  • The update improves the quick panel, Samsung DeX, and Samsung Notes, while also adding a location privacy indicator.
  • Accessibility gets several upgrades, including text spotlight, keyboard shortcuts, mouse key controls, Select to speak, and unified TalkBack updates.

Samsung has just released the first One UI 9.0 beta update for the Galaxy S25 series. It brings some new features to four phones in the lineup: Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, Galaxy S25 Ultra, and the Galaxy S25 FE. And here is the full changelog of the update.

There is only one new Galaxy AI feature in this update, and it is the Pay Now feature for Now Brief.

Galaxy S25 One UI 9 beta 1 update changelog

More customizable quick panel

You can now rearrange and customize the controls in your quick panel even more than before. You can change the size of the brightness and volume sliders as well as the media player. You can also separate the sound mode button from the volume slider.

Samsung DeX enhancements

It's easier to move an app window from one desktop to another using the menu at the top of the window. Desktop previews are now available at the top of the Recents screen, making it easier to switch with a single tap.

Do more with notes

The new Tape feature in Samsung Notes lets you cover parts of your note with tape and reveal them when needed. A variety of new pen styles have also been added, giving you even more options for writing and drawing.

Location access transparency

Stay on top of your location privacy. A blue indicator will appear at the top of the screen when an app accesses your location. Tap the indicator in the quick panel to see which app it is.

Discover new Accessibility features

Check the What's new menu in Accessibility settings to learn about and try the latest Accessibility features for your Galaxy.

Text spotlight for easier reading

Need a closer look? Tap any text on the screen to show it enlarged and highlighted in its own window. You can also customize the font size, colors, and other settings to match your preferences.

Physical keyboard shortcuts

Use shortcuts on your physical keyboard to access the Accessibility settings you need without touching the screen.

Mouse keys enhancements

New options are available when using your keyboard for mouse interactions including speed and acceleration control. You can also use the keyboard's number pad to point and click.

Replace swipe with single tap

The Replace swipe with single tap option is now located on the Dexterity and interaction menu instead of the Assistant menu for easier access.

Select to speak

Get quick audio readouts without turning on full TalkBack. With the new Select to speak feature, you can select an item on your screen, like text or an image, and hear it read or described out loud.

Improved TalkBack updates

Through continuous collaboration, Samsung and Google's TalkBack features have been unified. TalkBack updates can now be applied with a simple app update from the Play Store.