Samsung has started rolling out the stable One UI 9.0 update to the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 in the United States, bringing Android 17 and several new software features to its 2025 foldable phones. The rollout is happening in stages, so not every US owner will see the update at the same time.
The US release follows Samsung’s initial One UI 9 rollout in South Korea. The company is now expanding the stable software to more markets, making the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 among the latest Galaxy devices to receive the Android 17-based update.
One UI 9 Arrives on Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7
The update is already appearing on US carrier versions of both foldable phones. Reports indicate that Galaxy Z Fold 7 units on Verizon and T-Mobile have started receiving the software, while the Galaxy Z Flip 7 rollout has also begun on AT&T. Carrier availability can vary, meaning some owners may have to wait before the update appears on their devices.
For the Galaxy Z Fold 7, the reported US firmware is F966USQUCCZIH, while the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is receiving F766USQUCCZIH. These builds are based on Android 17 and One UI 9.0.
What Does One UI 9 Add?
One UI 9 is more than a routine security update. Samsung has introduced several interface improvements and Galaxy AI features designed to make everyday tasks easier.
One of the notable additions is My FanCam, which can automatically keep a selected person centered while recording or editing video. This can be useful when creating social-media clips without manually adjusting the framing.
Samsung is also expanding Now Brief, which provides personalized information through cards, while Call Brief can surface relevant information during calls.
Other improvements include changes to the Quick Panel, Samsung Notes and Samsung DeX. Samsung has also expanded privacy-focused features, including Privacy Alerts that can help identify potential privacy risks on supported devices.
How to Check for the Update
If you own a Galaxy Z Fold 7 or Galaxy Z Flip 7 in the US, you can manually check whether One UI 9 is available.
Open Settings, select Software update, and tap Download and install. Samsung says users can check this menu to see whether a new software update is ready for their device.
If the update does not appear yet, that does not necessarily mean there is a problem with the phone. Samsung typically distributes major software updates in stages, and availability can depend on the carrier, device model and region.
Global Rollout Should Continue
The US release is an important step in Samsung’s wider One UI 9 rollout. The company began expanding One UI 9 to additional Galaxy devices in September, starting with the Galaxy S26 series, and has continued moving the software to other supported models.
For Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 owners, the main takeaway is simple: One UI 9 is now reaching US devices, but the rollout is gradual.
Owners who do not see the update today should check again later rather than assuming their phone has been left out. Samsung is expected to continue expanding availability across carriers and additional markets as the rollout progresses.