News in Short
- Samsung is rolling out a new One UI 9 beta feature update for the Galaxy S26 series from August 28.
- My FanCam can keep a selected person in focus and automatically reframe videos for different social media formats.
- Now Brief is getting new personalised cards along with security and privacy insights.
- Now Nudge is being enhanced with more contextual suggestions for everyday tasks.
- The update is available to users already enrolled in the Galaxy S26 series One UI 9 beta programme.
Samsung has started rolling out a new One UI 9 beta feature update for the Galaxy S26 series. The update brings several features that Samsung recently introduced with its latest Galaxy Z series devices.
The new features focus on AI-powered camera tools and more personalised experiences. Samsung also wants to make everyday tasks easier with smarter recommendations. The rollout started on August 28 for users who already joined the One UI 9 beta programme.
My FanCam Brings AI Reframing to Galaxy S26
The biggest addition is My FanCam, which helps users capture videos of a specific person.
Users can select a person and let AI keep them in focus while recording. My FanCam can also reframe videos into different aspect ratios. This makes it easier to prepare clips for different social media platforms.
The feature could prove useful at concerts, sporting events and other crowded venues. Users can focus on capturing the moment instead of constantly adjusting the frame.
Now Brief Gets More Personal
Samsung is also improving Now Brief with a more personalised experience.
The feature brings useful information and recommendations together in customisable cards. It uses a user’s routines, interests and daily needs to decide what information to show.
Samsung is also adding security and privacy insights to Now Brief. Users can see potential risks and learn about actions they can take to protect their devices and personal information.
Now Nudge Offers Smarter Suggestions
Samsung is also enhancing Now Nudge with more contextual suggestions.
The feature aims to understand what users are doing and offer relevant suggestions. These recommendations can help users complete everyday tasks and interactions more easily.
Samsung’s approach focuses on making suggestions more useful to the situation. Instead of offering generic recommendations, Now Nudge aims to provide help based on context.
One UI 9 Beta Update Availability
Samsung has started rolling out the update to users who already joined the Galaxy S26 series One UI 9 beta programme.
Eligible users will receive a notification when the update reaches their device. They can then download and install the latest beta software.
The update brings several Galaxy Z series features to the Galaxy S26 lineup. It also shows Samsung’s continued focus on integrating AI into everyday smartphone features.
