Samsung is preparing to roll out significant homescreen customization features in the upcoming One UI 9 update, based on Android 17, according to early reports. The update expands the capabilities of the company’s “Home Up” Good Lock module, allowing users to modify the appearance of the favorites dock and implement new multi-finger gesture controls.
How will One UI 9 change the favorites dock?
The One UI 9 update introduces granular control over the “Favorites” tray, commonly known as the dock. According to early screenshots obtained by Galaxy Techie on X (formerly Twitter), users will gain the ability to customize the dock’s background. The interface will support the addition of custom colors, blur effects, and user-selected images behind docked applications.
Beyond aesthetics, the update decouples the dock’s capacity from the standard homescreen grid. Users will be able to adjust the number of app icons displayed in the dock independently of their main homescreen layout, offering more flexibility for device navigation.
What new gesture controls are coming to Samsung devices?
Samsung is expanding its gesture-based workflow with the introduction of new multi-finger inputs in the Home Up module. As reported by Galaxy Techie, the update enables users to assign specific actions to various gestures, including pinches and directional swipes.
These gestures can be mapped to a variety of system functions, such as:
- Launching or swapping between applications
- Adjusting system volume and screen brightness
- Triggering search functions
- Capturing screenshots
When will these customization features be available?
The new Home Up features are expected to debut alongside the broader release of One UI 9. While Samsung has not provided a global release date, the software is currently in beta testing on the Galaxy S26 series. Industry expectations suggest the update will launch initially on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Flip 8 series before expanding to previous-generation Galaxy devices.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the “Home Up” module?
Home Up is a module within Samsung’s Good Lock ecosystem that provides advanced customization options for the One UI homescreen and app switcher that are not found in the standard Android settings menu.
Do I need a specific phone to use these features?
The features are currently appearing in the One UI 9 beta for the Galaxy S26 series. They are expected to arrive on newer foldable devices first, such as the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Flip 8, before rolling out to older models.
Can I customize the dock background today?
Current versions of One UI do not support native background images or custom blur for the dock. These features are specifically tied to the upcoming Android 17-based One UI 9 update and the associated Home Up module.
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