Samsung is expanding its One UI 9 rollout in the US, with owners of the rugged Galaxy XCover 7 Pro next in line. The Android 17-based update has begun rolling out to carrier-locked models, bringing interface improvements, new privacy features, and upgrades to built-in apps. Eligible owners can check if the update is available by going to Settings > Software update > Check for updates.
The update comes with firmware version G766USQUADZJ7, spotted by Sam Mobile, and was first rolled out in South Korea last month. One of the more obvious changes is to the Quick Settings panel. One UI 9 gives users more customization options, allowing them to arrange quick controls to their liking.
Samsung has also added a location privacy indicator to give users a better visual indicator when an app accesses their device's location. The Samsung Notes app gets upgrades that should make it more convenient to work with notes, and Samsung De X also gets new features. The update also adds a dedicated Warranty and care section in Settings, offering a more accessible spot to find device support information.
Two major Android version upgrades are now promised with One UI 9, following the launch with One UI 7 based on Android 15. Samsung has committed to providing seven years of security updates for the XCover 7 Pro, offering businesses and users who depend on rugged hardware an extended support period.
Source: Android Central · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing