# Samsung One UI 9 Introduces Pixel-Style Changes Google Search bar option on new foldables - **Source:** [Android Authority](https://brifing.si/source/01374d39-7ab2-4795-8e0a-444a0e7b4327) - **Published:** 2026-07-22 - **Topic:** [Software & Engineering](https://brifing.si/c/engineering) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/53a9cd57-3409-4f0a-ad68-ee899c10a20d ## New Feature in One UI 9 Samsung is introducing a new setting in One UI 9 that allows users to use the Google Search bar on the home screen. This feature is now available on Samsung's new foldable devices. ## Google Search and Finder Options With One UI 9, users can choose to use Google Search, Finder, both, or neither on the home screen. This flexibility caters to users' personalization needs. ## Android 17-Based One UI 9 One UI 9 is based on Android 17 and is being rolled out with Samsung's new foldable devices. This update aims to enhance device performance and user experience. ## Pixel-Style Changes One UI 9 makes Samsung devices more similar to Pixel phones. The integration of the Google Search bar is a significant step in achieving this similarity. ## User Feedback The new feature in One UI 9 has been well-received by users. The Google Search bar option, in particular, simplifies the search experience for users. ## Future Updates Samsung is continuing its efforts to roll out One UI 9 to existing Galaxy models. These updates will enable users to use their devices more efficiently. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.androidauthority.com/one-ui-9-google-search-3690352/ — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._