Upgrade Your Smartphone for Free with Android 17

Android 17, the latest update to Google’s operating system, is expected to be released in June 2026. It’ll bring some exciting new features for Android users. But is your phone in line to get it? Find out below.

Since 2025, smartphone manufacturers have been obligated to provide updates for their devices for at least five years. That means that the list is quite similar to that for Android 16. However, some devices will still be dropped from the update cycle this year.

Our overview reveals which smartphones will still be updated and will also receive Android 17. It’s sorted by manufacturer and includes links to our key reviews.

Note: Some manufacturers make clear statements regarding the planned update periods for their devices. Others only adhere roughly to the EU directive. So please treat this information with caution, as things can always change at short notice.

Google Pixel

As is well known, Google will be the first to release an update to Android 17, as it doesn’t need to make any adjustments for its own Pixel smartphones. Thanks to Google’s extended update guarantee, every phone that received Android 16 will get the new update.

These Google smartphones are expected to receive the update to Android 17:

Google Pixel 10 Pro XL price comparison

$899

$1319

Samsung Galaxy

Luke Baker

Samsung also provides updates for its current smartphones for longer than is legally required. The top-of-the-range models now receive up to seven generations of Android upgrades, while some A-series models receive at least six generations.

Precise details are missing for some budget models. However, as far as we know, these Samsung smartphones should receive Android 17:

No further Android updates expected: Galaxy S22 / S22 Plus / S22 Ultra, S21 FE, A53, A73, XCover 6 Pro, Z Fold 4, Z Flip 4.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra price comparison

$1,079

$1264.77

$1460.99

$1500

What can I do if my device no longer receives Android updates?

If your smartphone no longer receives major Android updates, don’t panic. Manufacturers provide a set number of updates that include new features and improvements. However, there are also minor updates and important security updates that are independent of the Android 17 update.

So, if your device isn’t on the list of models set to receive Android 17, it’s best to check straight away whether it’s still receiving general support, so that issues and security vulnerabilities continue to be addressed. If that isn’t the case, you might want to consider buying a new smartphone.

This article originally appeared on our sister publication PC-WELT and was translated and adapted from German.