How to Install One UI 6.1.1 on Galaxy S9/S9+/Note 9 via Noble ROM

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Samsung is currently rolling out the most awaited One UI 6.1.1 firmware update for several S-series, Foldable, Tablets, and A-series devices. One UI 6.1.1 features Galaxy AI and various camera upgrades for all the eligible device. The Samsung Galaxy S9, S9+, and Note 9 are way out of their software update cycle. But what if you could still upgrade to One UI 6.1.1 on these older devices?

While the Galaxy S9, S9 Plus, and the Note 9 will never see another update from Samsung, the device lives on with custom ROMs like Noble ROM 4.3 featuring One UI 6.1.1 full port with Galaxy AI and camera features. The Noble ROM is a port from the Galaxy S22‘s latest One UI firmware based on Android 14.

One UI 6.1.1 features

As the Noble ROM 4.3 is based on One UI 6.1.1 for Galaxy S22 series, your ported Galaxy S9 and Note 9 devices will receive the following features, including a wide variety of Galaxy AI options to choose from.

We have the full list of One UI 6.1.1 changelog and feature list here. In addition to this, the Galaxy S22 series will also receive new camera, gallery, photo editor and expert raw features. Read the full list of changes from our One UI 6.1.1 camera update article.

Note, some features have hardware requirements which may not be available on the Note 9 and Galaxy S9. So not all features will be available.

1. Galaxy AI

Sketch to Image: Transform simple drawings into AI-generated artwork across various apps like Samsung Notes and Photo Editor.
AI-Generated Portraits: Create unique profile pictures or edit existing photos with AI-generated portrait styles.
Samsung Keyboard Composer: Let AI assist in writing texts, emails, or social media posts with just a brief prompt.
Live Translation: Break language barriers with real-time call translation, now extended to apps like Google Meet and WhatsApp.
Enhanced Web Translation: Translate entire webpages, including text within images, in Samsung Internet browser.
Voice Recording Transcription: Convert voice recordings to text notes with ease, complete with editing and summarization features.

2. Camera and Gallery Enhancements

Live Effects: Create 3D-like photos of people and animals.
Motion Clipper: Generate moving stickers and GIFs from motion photos.
Portrait Studio: Choose from AI-generated styles to enhance your portraits.
Image Sketch: Add hand-drawn sketches on top of photos.
Overlay Translation: Maintain the original image’s text and background color for more natural translations.

3. Health and Wellness Features

Samsung continues to prioritize user well-being with new health-focused features:

Enhanced Sleep Analysis: Get more detailed insights into your sleep quality, including heart rate and respiratory rate data.
Family Health Sharing: Share your health data with family members to encourage healthy habits.
Custom Workout Routines: Create personalized workout plans combining different exercises with specific targets.
Cycling Power Meter Support: Connect to cycling power meters for more comprehensive cycling workout data.

4. Productivity Boosters

Smart Select Enhancements: Get suggested actions based on your screen selections, like calling phone numbers or locating addresses.
Improved Multi-Window Experience: Easily switch between picture-in-picture and split-screen modes.
File Management Upgrades: Create file shortcuts on the home screen and enjoy improved thumbnail displays in My Files.
Calendar Highlighting: Use the S Pen to highlight important dates quickly in the calendar app.

5. Security and Customization

The update also brings improvements in device security and personalization:

Auto Blocker: Set maximum restrictions for the highest level of protection against malware and security threats.
Enhanced Assistant Menu: Gain greater control over physical buttons and quick panel access.
Profile Cards: Design and share customized profile cards with other Galaxy users.

Additional features for Noble ROM 4.3

One UI 6.1.1 is now available for Samsung Galaxy S9, Galaxy S9+, and Note 9, thanks to developer AlexisXDA for deploying the latest version of Noble ROM 4.3. The custom ROM is based on official One UI 6.1 from the Galaxy S22 with May 2024 Security Patches.

Based on official One UI 6.1.1 S22 (system) + N10Lite (vendor) with September 2024 Security Patches.
Galaxy AI features and can be selected in AROMA installer
Choose one CSC from more than 100 available!
50 apps that can be debloated or remove!
Secure Folder and App Lock available
Call Recording support
Outdoor Mode available on Settings/Display
Fingerprint unlock and fingerprint gestures working
Photo Remaster, Object Eraser, Image Clipper supported
New portrait effects available
Adaptive Eye comfort shield and Extra Dim supported
Greatest Audio experience with our Dolby Atmos settings
Camera fully working (check bugs list for minor issues)
Night mode zoom on camera
Night mode on hyperlapse
Bixby Vision and Document Scan supported
AR Apps supported
Dolby Atmos supported

Most of the OneUI 6.1.1 features and updated Samsung apps have been ported to the Noble ROM. The firmware has been odexed, a little debloated, and added some tweaks for best performance and better battery. The ROM also comes pre-rooted with the latest Magisk.

Coupled with Good Lock 2024, Samsung Good Guardians 4.0, and the Fonts for Samsung One UI 6.1 tutorial, you are all set with the latest software.

Download One UI 6.1.1 for Galaxy S9, S9 Plus, and Note 9

The Noble 4.3 ROM zip is an all-in-one package featuring AROMA installer. Once you install the ZIP via TWRP recovery, it should launch an AROMA installer and get you a customization panel to choose what to install and features and options to skip.

Noble ROM 3.1 VIBO for S9 and S9+ SM-G96xF/FD/N:

Important Files:

Universal9810_Repartitioner for Galaxy S9 & S9+
Universal9810_Cleaner for Galaxy S9 & S9+
Universal9810_Repartitioner for Galaxy Note 9
Universal9810_Cleaner for Galaxy Note 9

Required files:

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Telegram Support Group
Magisk v27 ZIP & APK Download (post link)

How to Install Custom ROM on Samsung Galaxy S9, S9+, and Note 9?

Enable OEM Unlocking and set it to ON in developer settings
Ensure that your Galaxy S9 or Note 9 device is fully charged
Download and install the patched TWRP recovery from above.
Download the One UI 6.1 based Noble ROM from above
Transfer the file to your phone’s storage or SD card
Reboot your into TWRP recovery mode
To do so, power off completely and press volume up + Bixby + power buttons
In TWRP press BACKUP and select System Image, Vendor Image, Boot Image, Data, Baseband and EFS and save your backup in your Internal Storage or External storage.
Take a complete Nandroid backup from TWRP.
From TWRP, Press on “Install” and select Universal9810_Repartitioner.
Reboot to TWRP.
Press on “Wipe” and select “Format Data” then type “yes”
Reboot again to TWRP
Press on “Install” and select Universal9810_Cleaner
Reboot again to TWRP
Tap on Install and select NOBLEROM zip ROM
It will launch the Aroma Installer
Follow AROMA instructions (FOR STARTERS: select the NO DEBLOAT and CLEAN INSTALL options)
Select your device and the options you want.
Wait for the installation to finish
Reboot to the system (first boot can take up to 15-20 min)
You can uncheck diagnostic data in the setting wizard.

Troubleshooting

If you are using an older TWRP build like 5.5.x.x then you may see a NO OS installed error after the ROM is installed. In order to fix this, flash the ROM again.

If you try to reboot you will see ‘NO OS INSTALLED’ warning
Go back WITHOUT REBOOTING and FLASH THE ROM AGAIN
Then REBOOT and enjoy NOBLE ROM!

Install One UI 6.1.1 for Samsung Galaxy S9, S9+, and Note 9 with NOBLE ROM 4.3