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Samsung begins global rollout of Android 17-based One UI 9 to Galaxy S24 and foldables

Samsung has started deploying the stable version of One UI 9, based on Android 17, to the Galaxy S24 series, Galaxy Z Fold 6, and Galaxy Z Flip 6 in South Korea. The update for Galaxy S24 beta users is approximately 500MB, while non-beta users will receive a 3.8GB download, which includes the full Android 17 upgrade. The rollout is expected to expand to other markets such as the US and Europe soon.

androidauthority.com · 2026-10-06

User repurposes aging Google Pixel 3 XL as security camera and TV box

A tech enthusiast tested whether an eight-year-old Google Pixel 3 XL could be reused as a home security camera and as an Android TV replacement instead of being discarded. Using the AlfredCamera app paired with a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 as viewer, the Pixel served as a low-latency camera node with motion detection and two-way audio. The author found the security camera use case worked well, while the Android TV box conversion was less successful, though specific limitations of that experiment weren't detailed.

androidauthority.com · 2026-09-26