Samsung is said to be developing a new productivity-focused feature to reduce distractions by controlling internet access at the network level. The feature, reportedly discovered within One UI 9, can selectively block internet connectivity for specific categories of apps such as social media, games, and streaming platforms. As per the report, the functionality is still experimental and was sighted after Samsung commenced the rollout of Android 17-based One UI 9 beta for the Galaxy S26 series. Samsung One UI 9 May Introduce Network-Based Focus Mode According to an Android Authority report, the feature was discovered within Samsung's Connectivity Labs section. It is, notably, a hidden Wi-Fi settings menu that is accessible after repeatedly tapping the Intelligent Wi-Fi option in Settings on Galaxy devices. The leaked code strings reportedly reference a feature internally described as “Network management for concentration.” One of the discovered strings states that the tool is designe...
Samsung on Tuesday announced the official rollout of the One UI 9 beta programme. Based on Android 17, the Android skin brings expanded AI-powered tools, deeper customisation options, improved accessibility features, and stronger security protections. There are new creative tools in the Notes app, while Text Spotlight is claimed to make reading easier. The company also confirmed that the stable version of One UI 9 will debut later this year alongside upcoming Galaxy flagship devices. One UI 9 Availability In a blog post, Samsung confirmed that the One UI 9 beta programme will initially be available for the Galaxy S26 series in select regions. This includes India, Germany, South Korea, Poland, the UK, and the US. Eligible users can enrol in the beta programme through the Samsung Members app starting this week. The South Korean tech conglomerate has yet to reveal details regarding the rollout timeline for older Galaxy smartphones and tablets. The stable version of One UI 9 will launch la...