- Samsung is preparing new Galaxy Books that would run on Android 17 and One UI 9 instead of Windows 11.
- There will be at least three models: low-end, mid-range, and a flagship laptop with a very refined design.
- The laptops would integrate Galaxy AI and an enhanced version of Samsung DeX, seeking continuity with Galaxy mobiles and tablets.
- The launch would depend on the debut of Android 17 and Aluminium OS, planned after Google I/O 2026.
Samsung is reportedly preparing a major move in the laptop market, with a new family of Galaxy Books that would leave Windows behind to bet on Android 17 and One UI 9 as the foundation of the system. The information comes from several coinciding leaks, mostly from SamMobile, which point to a change in strategy designed to strengthen the Galaxy ecosystem.
The idea would involve taking advantage of the development of Aluminium OS, Google's new desktop system based on Androidand in news about a high-end laptop with AndroidSamsung plans to launch a range of laptops that work much more seamlessly with Galaxy phones and tablets. With this move, Samsung aims to reduce the current fragmentation of its product line and offer a more consistent experience across all its devices.
A more coherent Galaxy ecosystem with Android 17 and One UI 9
Currently, the South Korean brand's ecosystem is very broad but somewhat dispersed: Galaxy phones and tablets run on Android and One UI, Galaxy Book laptops use Windows, Chromebooks run ChromeOS, and TVs use Tizen.This mix of platforms makes the experience not as uniform as that of other competitors, especially Apple.
Leaks indicate that Samsung is working on a Galaxy Book line that would run Android 17 with the One UI 9 layer on topIn practice, this would mean applying the same philosophy we already see in Galaxy smartphones, but brought to a desktop environment, with windows, advanced multitasking, and keyboard and mouse support designed from the ground up.
Google, for its part, is immersed in the progressive merging of Android and ChromeOS under the codename Aluminium OSan Android-based desktop platform, and in tests such as Android 17 beta 4Sources indicate that the Galaxy Book Android devices would use this base, although it is not entirely clear whether all models will run Aluminium OS or if some will opt for a more traditional version of Android, adapted with One UI 9.
What does seem fairly certain is that Google would allow manufacturers like Samsung to apply their own "skins" on top of Aluminium OSSimilar to what happens with Android on mobile devices, One UI 9 for laptops would be, in that context, Samsung's interface on this new desktop platform.
Three ranges: from affordable models to a flagship Galaxy Book
Virtually all the leaks agree that Samsung would not limit itself to a single test laptopThe company is reportedly preparing at least three Galaxy Book models with Android: a basic or entry-level model, a mid-range model, and a flagship laptop with a design described as "very" or "ultra" elegant.
The most affordable model It would compete directly with the Apple MacBook Neo and traditional Chromebooks.Positioning itself as a lightweight option, likely with a strong focus on browsing, Android apps, and cloud computing, this segment would be key to attracting students and users looking for a simple yet well-integrated laptop with their Galaxy mobile device.
In the middle section, Samsung would have A mid-range Galaxy Book designed for everyday productivity, which would be suitable for both office work and intensive personal use, maintaining a somewhat lower price than the flagship model but with a balanced set of specifications.
The top-of-the-range model, meanwhile, would be positioned as The flagship of the Galaxy Book family with Android 17 and One UI 9With a refined design, premium materials, and hardware on par with the most advanced laptops on the market, this model aims to compete with MacBooks featuring M-series chips and high-end Windows ultrabooks.
Apart from these three Galaxy Book Android ranges, Samsung It would continue to support its laptops with Windows 11, at least for the time being.There has already been talk of the Galaxy Book6 Edge with a Snapdragon X2 Elite processor, although for now it is not clear whether this model will be part of the transition to Android or if it will be the last major exponent of the line with Microsoft's operating system (see comparison of Android tablets vs ARM laptops).
A laptop with the soul of DeX: enhanced productivity and desktop
A key aspect of this project is how the system will look and function on a daily basis. Leaks suggest that One UI 9 for Galaxy Book would be a kind of evolved and enhanced DeX., taking advantage of the experience that Samsung has accumulated over the years with this desktop mode for mobiles and tablets.
Currently, Samsung DeX allows Use a Galaxy smartphone or tablet as if it were a computerConnecting it to an external monitor provides windows, a taskbar, and applications in a desktop format. The idea now is to take it a step further: to integrate the "Enhanced DeX" mode natively into the laptop itself, rather than relying on a mobile device.
With that, the new Galaxy Book with Android 17 They could run the same apps that already work on Galaxy phones and tablets.But adapted for larger screens and intensive use with a keyboard and trackpad. This would greatly simplify life for those who already work with Android tools and want a similar environment on their computers as well.
Another consequence of this approach is continuity between devices. For someone with a Galaxy S26 or a recent Galaxy Tab. (See our Android tablet buying guide), Switching from mobile to laptop or tablet could be virtually seamless: same apps, same account, deeper synchronization and a very similar interface on all devices.
In this context, Samsung is pursuing a greater homogeneity than what is offered today with Windows and ChromeOSThe goal is for the barrier between mobile, tablet, laptop and, to some extent, television to almost completely disappear, at least in terms of user experience and available apps.
Galaxy AI as the central component and integration with Aluminium OS
Another key feature of this new generation of laptops would be artificial intelligence. All the leaks agree that Galaxy AI would be integrated as standard in Galaxy Books with Android 17, adding to the list of devices in which the brand deploys its AI functions.
On Galaxy phones, Galaxy AI already offers real-time translation, assisted photo editing, text summaries, and contextual helpAmong other tricks, transferring this suite of features to a laptop would enhance productivity uses, such as document writing, rapid information analysis, and content creation.
Although details of how this integration will be structured have not yet been released, it is reasonable to think that Samsung could explore subscription models or premium AI featuresSimilar to what other players in the sector are already doing with services like Gemini or ChatGPT, Galaxy Books with Android would be a natural fit for this type of offering.
In parallel, the technical basis of these laptops would be linked to the development of Aluminium OS, Google's new desktop system with Android DNASeveral sources indicate that it is "likely" that Galaxy Books with One UI 9 will rely on this platform, although Samsung would have room to customize both the interface and certain of its own functions.
This approach would fit with Android's usual mobile strategy: Google defines the system's foundation, and manufacturers apply their own layer.In this case, One UI 9 would bring to the home screen the aesthetics and many of the options already found in current Galaxy devices, with menus, settings, and applications familiar to the user.
Planned timeline and Europe's role in the launch
The exact dates remain a mystery, but some timeframes can be inferred. For example, laptops would arrive with With Android 17 already incorporated, the schedule points to the second half of 2026 or the first dates of 2027., depending on when Google releases the stable versions of the system.
It is expected that Android 17 and Aluminium OS will be the stars of Google I/O in May 2026This would mark the starting point for manufacturers like Samsung to fine-tune their own developments. Once the software base is finalized, the company could then finalize the details of One UI 9 for laptops and the hardware for the various Galaxy Book ranges.
Some sources point to a possible Samsung announcement towards the end of 2026with a view to marketing the first models shortly thereafter. Other, somewhat more conservative, leaks place the market launch between the end of 2026 and the first part of 2027, which would allow a bit more time to refine the experience.
Regarding markets, it wouldn't be surprising if Europe and Spain will be part of the first wave of launchJust like with the brand's flagship smartphones and tablets. The affordable and mid-range laptop segment is quite popular in European countries, and Samsung could leverage that user base of existing Galaxy mobile users to offer them a laptop with a very similar experience.
Microsoft's position in this whole scenario is called into question. The market share of Galaxy Books with Windows has not managed to stand out against manufacturers such as Lenovo, HP or DellAnd Samsung might consider that it is more worthwhile to focus on its own ecosystem centered on Android and One UI than to continue spreading its efforts across different platforms.
The twist that Samsung is proposing with these Galaxy Books Android 17, One UI 9 and an enhanced DeX This represents a clear attempt to unify its ecosystem and compete more effectively against both Apple in the laptop segment and other traditional computer manufacturers. If the leaks are confirmed, the coming years could bring a new category of Android laptops where Samsung, in partnership with Google and Aluminum OS, plans to play a leading role.
