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Android 17 Update Is Coming to More Smartphones Soon
Google’s upcoming Android 17 update is already generating major attention as leaks and early reports reveal which smartphones may receive the new software version.
The update is expected to focus heavily on AI features, battery optimization, privacy improvements, and smoother performance across Android devices.
While Google has not officially released the complete compatibility list yet, several reports now provide a good idea of which phones are likely to receive Android 17.
Google Pixel Phones Expected To Get Android 17
Google’s Pixel lineup will likely receive Android 17 first.
Expected Supported Pixel Devices
- Pixel 10 series
- Pixel 9 series
- Pixel 8 series
- Pixel 7 series
- Pixel Fold
- Pixel Tablet
- Pixel 6 series
Reports suggest the Pixel 6 lineup may be among the oldest Pixel devices receiving Android 17. Older Pixel 5 and Pixel 4 devices are unlikely to get the update officially.
Samsung Galaxy Phones Expected To Receive Android 17
Samsung continues offering some of the longest Android update support periods in the industry.
Expected Supported Samsung Devices
Galaxy S Series
- Galaxy S25 series
- Galaxy S24 series
- Galaxy S23 series
- Galaxy S22 series
Galaxy Z Fold & Flip Series
- Galaxy Z Fold 7
- Galaxy Z Fold 6
- Galaxy Z Fold 5
- Galaxy Z Flip 7
- Galaxy Z Flip 6
- Galaxy Z Flip 5
Galaxy A Series
- Galaxy A75
- Galaxy A74
- Galaxy A56
- Galaxy A55
- Galaxy A54
- Galaxy A35
- Galaxy A34
Samsung may expand the list further after the official Android 17 launch.
Xiaomi Phones That May Support Android 17
Xiaomi is also expected to roll out Android 17 for many devices under:
- Xiaomi
- Redmi
- POCO
Expected Xiaomi Eligible Devices
- Xiaomi 16 series
- Xiaomi 15 series
- Xiaomi 14 series
- Redmi Note 15 series
- Redmi Note 14 series
- POCO F7 series
- POCO X7 series
The final rollout may vary by region and HyperOS compatibility.
OnePlus Devices Likely To Get Android 17
OnePlus has improved its software support policy in recent years.
Expected OnePlus Android 17 Devices
- OnePlus 14
- OnePlus 13
- OnePlus 12
- OnePlus Open 2
- OnePlus Open
- OnePlus Nord 5 series
- OnePlus Nord 4
Some older OnePlus models may lose update eligibility this year.
Nothing Phones Expected To Receive Android 17
Nothing is expected to continue software support for its newer devices.
Expected Supported Devices
- Nothing Phone 4
- Nothing Phone 3
- Nothing Phone 3a
- Nothing Phone 2
- CMF Phone series
Motorola and Other Brands
Several Motorola, HONOR, Vivo, OPPO, and Realme devices are also expected to receive Android 17 depending on software support policies.
Possible Eligible Devices
- Motorola Edge 60 series
- Motorola Razr 2026 models
- HONOR Magic series
- Vivo X series
- OPPO Find X series
- Realme GT series
Official confirmation will vary by manufacturer.
Android 17 Expected Features
Android 17 is rumored to introduce several major upgrades.
Expected Features Include:
- Smarter AI integration
- Improved battery management
- Better multitasking
- Enhanced privacy controls
- Advanced notification tools
- Better foldable support
- Improved gaming optimization
- Faster animations
- New customization features
Google is also expected to expand Gemini AI integration across Android devices.
AI Features May Be Limited on Older Phones
Even if older phones receive Android 17, some advanced AI tools may only work on newer devices with stronger processors and NPUs.
AI-focused features could require:
- More RAM
- Modern chipsets
- Better AI acceleration hardware
This means older devices may receive core Android 17 updates without the full AI experience.
Android 17 Release Timeline
Google is expected to officially launch Android 17 later this year.
Expected Timeline
- Developer previews: Early 2026
- Beta releases: Mid 2026
- Stable release: Late 2026
Pixel phones will likely receive the update first, followed by Samsung, Xiaomi, and other brands.
Why Android 17 Matters
Android 17 appears to be another major step toward AI-focused smartphones.
Instead of only improving visuals, Google is reportedly focusing on:
- Smarter software behavior
- Better efficiency
- AI-powered productivity
- Improved security
The update could significantly improve how Android devices handle everyday tasks.
FAQ: Android 17 Eligible Devices
1. Which Pixel phones will get Android 17?
Reports suggest Pixel 6 series and newer devices should receive Android 17.
2. Will Samsung phones get Android 17?
Yes. Many Galaxy S, Z Fold, Z Flip, and A-series phones are expected to receive the update.
3. Will older phones support Android 17 AI features?
Not necessarily. Some advanced AI tools may require newer hardware.
4. When will Android 17 launch?
Google is expected to release Android 17 later in 2026.
5. Which brands are expected to support Android 17?
Google, Samsung, Xiaomi, OnePlus, Nothing, Motorola, Vivo, OPPO, HONOR, and Realme are expected to roll out the update to eligible devices.
