The Android 17 update is now on millions of phones, but the rollout looks very different depending on your brand. Pixel phones got Android 17 in June 2026, Samsung started its One UI 9 rollout in September, and other makers are still working through their lists. In this guide, we explain which phones have the Android 17 update, which ones are still waiting, the best new features, the AI tools that came with it and how to install it safely.
Android 17 Update: Release Date and Rollout
Google released stable Android 17 to Pixel phones in the June 2026 Pixel Drop, starting on 16 June 2026. Then, on 15 September 2026, the first quarterly update, called Android 17 QPR1, arrived on Pixels with small design touches such as blur effects in menus and a media player that resizes.
For other phones, Google says eligible devices get Android 17 “throughout 2026”, on each maker’s own schedule. In other words, your brand decides when you get it, not Google.
Which Phones Have the Android 17 Update?
Google Pixel
These Pixels received Android 17:
- Pixel 6, 6 Pro and 6a
- The Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet, plus Pixel 7, 7 Pro and 7a
- Pixel 8, 8 Pro and 8a
- The whole Pixel 9 family: 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, 9 Pro Fold and 9a
- Pixel 10, 10 Pro, 10 Pro XL, 10 Pro Fold and 10a
The new Pixel 11 series ships with Android 17 out of the box.
Samsung Galaxy (One UI 9)
Samsung’s version of Android 17 is called One UI 9. It first launched on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8 in July 2026. After that, the stable update reached the Galaxy S26 series in South Korea on 16 September 2026 and in the US by 23 September 2026.
Samsung’s eligible list includes the Galaxy S23 to S26 series, FE models, the Z Fold 5 to 7, the Z Flip 5 to 7 and the Galaxy Tab S9, S10 and S11 series. Exact dates for older models vary by region. For the full details, read our One UI 9 update guide.
Xiaomi, Motorola, OnePlus and others
| Brand | Android 17 status |
|---|---|
| Xiaomi | HyperOS 3 based on Android 17 reached the Xiaomi 17 and 17 Ultra by July 2026 |
| Motorola | Stable update in early October 2026 for the Razr Ultra (2026), Motorola Signature, Edge 60 Fusion and Edge 60 Pro |
| OnePlus | Android 17 based ColorOS 17 starts rolling out on 29 October 2026, beginning with the OnePlus 15 and OnePlus Pad 4; switching from OxygenOS is optional |
| Oppo and Realme | ColorOS 17 rolling out in China since 8 October 2026, with India from 29 October; see our ColorOS 17 guide |
In addition, Google tested Android 17 betas on select phones from Honor, iQOO, Lenovo, OnePlus, Oppo, Realme, Sharp, Vivo and Xiaomi.
Best New Features in the Android 17 Update
Bubbles for any app
Any app can now open in a small floating window and shrink into a bubble. As a result, you can reply to a message or check a map without leaving what you are doing. On foldables and tablets, a bubble bar keeps these apps easy to reach.
Better privacy controls
Android 17 gives you more control over your data. For example, you can give an app your precise location just once. Similarly, when an app asks for your contacts, you can share only selected people instead of your whole list.
Stronger theft protection
The “Mark as lost” feature now supports biometric locking, and the phone slows down repeated failed unlock attempts. In addition, Live Threat Detection and Advanced Protection Mode help guard against harmful apps and scams.
Quick Share with AirDrop
Quick Share now works with Apple’s AirDrop on more Pixel phones. So sharing photos with iPhone friends is finally simple.
Small but useful extras
The screen recorder can add your front camera in a corner, which is handy for reaction or tutorial videos. Gamers also get button remapping for game controllers.
AI Features That Came With the Android 17 Update
Some of the most talked about AI tools arrived alongside Android 17 through Pixel Drops and Gemini updates:
- Gemini Intelligence: hands off multistep tasks across apps, such as turning a shopping list into a cart, while showing live progress. It is rolling out in waves on Pixel and Galaxy phones.
- Magic Cue: suggests helpful info inside apps and now works in Snapchat, Telegram and Instagram.
- Gemini Live: lets you share your camera or screen and ask questions about what you see.
These features show where phones are heading: assistants that act for you, not just answer questions. If that idea is new to you, our guide on what an AI agent is explains it simply.
The October 2026 Android 17 Update
Google’s October update brings the 5 October 2026 security patch. It adds no new features. Instead, it fixes three problems: distorted audio in internet calls on Pixel 8 to 10, the keyboard not appearing in search fields on Pixel 8 to 11, and wrong photo orientation on Pixel 11.
Pixel 6 support is ending
Google confirmed that the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro reach end of life after Android 17 QPR1, with security support expected to end in October 2026. However, the Pixel 6a keeps getting updates until July 2027. If you own a Pixel 6 or 6 Pro, it is a good time to plan an upgrade.
How to Install the Android 17 Update
Google Pixel phones
- Connect to Wi Fi, since the update is about 1.5GB.
- Open Settings, then System, then Software update.
- Follow the prompts and restart when asked.
Samsung Galaxy phones
- Open Settings, then Software update.
- Tap Check for updates, then Download and install.
Whatever phone you use, back up your photos and chats first and keep the battery above 50%. Rollouts happen in stages, so it can take a few weeks before the update appears for you. You can learn more on the official Android 17 page.
FAQ
Is the Android 17 update out?
Yes. Pixels got it in June 2026, Samsung started One UI 9 in September 2026, and Xiaomi and Motorola phones have it too. Other brands are still rolling it out.
Will my phone get Android 17?
Most flagship phones from the last three years will. Check your brand’s update list, or open Settings and check for software updates.
Is the Android 17 update free?
Yes. Android updates are always free for eligible phones.