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Millions Of Samsung Galaxy Phones Are Getting A Free Upgrade

T-Mobile is offering the Samsung Galaxy S26+ for free to customers who activate a new line or trade in an eligible device. This promotion requires an Experience More or Experience Beyond plan. Other carriers also have active deals for Android and iPhone devices.

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New reporting adds a specific free device offer for the Galaxy S26+ alongside previous software update news.

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  1. Samsung Galaxy S26+ Available Free via T-Mobile

    T-Mobile is offering the Samsung Galaxy S26+ for free to customers who activate a new line or trade in an eligible device. This promotion requires an Experience More or Experience Beyond plan. Other carriers also have active deals for Android and iPhone devices.

    What's confirmed:

    • T-Mobile offers a free Samsung Galaxy S26+ for users who activate a new line or trade in an eligible phone on an Experience More or Experience Beyond plan.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The Samsung Galaxy S26+ offer began on June 30.
    • iPhone 18 models may be released in 2027.
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  2. Samsung Tests One UI 9 Based on Android 17 for Galaxy Devices

    Samsung is testing One UI 9 across flagship and budget Galaxy smartphones. The update is based on Android 17. Some models have already started receiving beta updates.

    What's confirmed:

    • One UI 9 is based on Android 17.
    • Samsung is testing One UI 9 on various Galaxy smartphones, including flagship and budget series.
    • Some Galaxy models are receiving beta updates.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • One UI 9 marks the end for Galaxy S23 users.
    confidence 80%

  3. Samsung Expands One UI 9 Testing to More Galaxy Devices

    Samsung is testing One UI 9, based on Android 17, across various Galaxy smartphones. The rollout includes budget devices and flagship series. Some models are already receiving beta updates.

    What's confirmed:

    • Samsung is testing One UI 9 for the Galaxy S23 and S24 series.
    • The Galaxy S26 series has received its third One UI 9 beta update.
    • One UI 9 testing includes the Galaxy Z Fold7.
    • One UI 9 is based on Android 17.
    • Samsung is testing One UI 9 for the Galaxy A56.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Galaxy S26 One UI 9 Beta 4 is expected to roll out starting June 30.
    • Android 17 stable release is expected in July.
    • One UI 9.5 will not run on the Galaxy S23.
    • One UI 9 testing covers 21 Galaxy devices.
    • Samsung is developing One UI 9.0 for the Galaxy S24 FE.
    • The Galaxy A16 5G is now part of One UI 9 testing.
    confidence 85%