# Millions More Galaxy Phones Just Joined Samsung's Free Upgrade List

> **Newsylist Open Intelligence Dossier** · First detected: 2026-07-19 09:29 UTC · Category: Technology · Sources: 4 · Current Velocity: 2

## Executive Summary
Samsung is expanding the list of Galaxy devices eligible for free software upgrades, bringing advanced camera features to older models.

## Intelligence Brief
Samsung has added millions of additional Galaxy phones to its free upgrade list. This expansion includes the arrival of a specific camera feature from the Galaxy S26 for users of the Galaxy S25.


Coverage from Forbes, PhoneArena, and Gadget Hacks emphasizes the rollout of these updates. Reports highlight a leak regarding One UI 9 and a feature called My FanCam, which enables post-capture reframing.


Attention is now turning to whether the Galaxy S22 will also receive the One UI 9 update, as noted by tech-ish.com.

## Verified Facts & Key Claims
### Which older phone is receiving a Galaxy S26 camera feature?
Users of the Galaxy S25 will receive the feature.

### What is the 'My FanCam' feature?
According to a One UI 9 leak, it allows for post-capture reframing.

### Is the Galaxy S22 confirmed for One UI 9?
Coverage indicates this is currently a question being asked, but does not confirm the update for that model.

## Key People, Organizations & Locations
One UI, Galaxy S26, Galaxy S25, Millions More Galaxy Phones Just Joined Samsung's Free Upgrade List, Samsung My FanCam One UI, Leak How Post-Capture Reframing Works, Will Samsung Galaxy S22

## Multi-Source Evidence Table
| Source Outlet | Headline | Published (UTC) | Verification URL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gadget Hacks | Samsung My FanCam One UI 9 Leak: How Post-Capture Reframing Works | 2026-07-18 19:31 | [Source Link](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMipAFBVV95cUxNWF9Rb0gyallTajZSS3RZWVJmU0dBYWVfckEzMHZCbzBfMzNGcFg1UGVseHBkcTcwYm83Y2tIdV9lRzFkMFlYWXg0RzZlVUtxY0drUTktMmtsSDgzbXFlN3g1eUNvdVVranYwbTNVZnMwYXE1SGJiUmYwWEVRbzd5RjA2MUlxcFhBaE1DaWg1ZGFYaWtrV21keTloVEROTFhRemJUZA?oc=5) |
| PhoneArena | Galaxy S25 users, you've hit the jackpot: the Galaxy S26's best camera trick is coming to your phone | 2026-07-18 19:31 | [Source Link](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMikwFBVV95cUxOYk9QUFAyWkp4bzhnc0FWVU9leml2UFd2RXJlRmFjUTZ4Zkt3MGxGdmRZZVpnUWZTLUJEX3NCWG93TjJLSjJKUUdpWXRFRXlXNzBQZzl4QzAxNjZlaTBpU1dZeFU3TXBjYjdzZUxzbENkSU8zZFBHY0syOXJVY0Ruam9ucngwc2VOYURtUTB2UkFaYk0?oc=5) |
| tech-ish.com | Will Samsung Galaxy S22 get One UI 9 update? | 2026-07-18 19:31 | [Source Link](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMidkFVX3lxTFA4YmZEVjl0MnVqbXdtcG1KZTcyMGRTZmRMOXlHalR1V1YzVldyTXZpZ3hVR2d4WUVXWmlCQWozNVhuY0p5ekRVLWpieGItQjN4RnhDY3Rxa3dsT05DdjBRYUM1NkhJcVRJUFZGNUxqSDBsV21TYkE?oc=5) |
| Forbes | Millions More Galaxy Phones Just Joined Samsung's Free Upgrade List | 2026-07-18 19:31 | [Source Link](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiuAFBVV95cUxOZUtCcmFOY1I5N1l6eWJEM3VKN1VHeTBPaWV0eGt2dTAyTzlleEZ0YjV0ZjBvZG45cWszZDhPdDdON2VWV2NqdkFha1JLbHA2Rml0ZjZBWlBjXzFSY2hNNENTSkhDbnN1NnBWTHN4T05vS1laWHRsNDhUY0dGM1NVNmdyelRJTWxDNDNyenM1bHp3VDBnNzlHTWNKdjZWX2V5TFBfZmtaNUJwNV80YkRQNFU2Z2diZVBw?oc=5) |

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