Outdated and Overlooked: The Fate of Android 17

The upcoming Android 17 update is highly anticipated, but not all smartphones will receive it. Some older models from 2022 and earlier will miss out on the latest Google operating system version as they may not be supported beyond Android 16. It is essential to check if your device will receive the Android 17 update or not. To assist you in this process, we have compiled a list of major manufacturers who may not provide the update for certain models.

Please note that many manufacturers have not yet released their final Android 17 roadmaps. The information provided is based on official update commitments, known support periods, and current forecasts for Android 17. For a comprehensive list of all devices expected to receive the update, refer to our full list.

Google Pixel:

Owners of Google Pixel 6, 6 Pro, and 6a can expect to receive Android 17. However, models like Pixel 5a, 5, 4a 5G, and 4a are unlikely to receive the update. Consider upgrading to Google Pixel 10, Pixel 10a, or older Pixel 9 for continued software support.

Samsung Galaxy:

While Samsung provides updates for an extended period, older flagship models like Galaxy S22 series, Galaxy S21 series (including S21 FE), Galaxy Z Fold4, Z Flip4, Z Fold3, Z Flip3, Galaxy A53, A33, A23, A13, A52, A52 5G, A52s, and older Galaxy A, M, and F models may not receive Android 17. Upgrade options include Samsung Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Ultra, and Galaxy S25 FE.

Xiaomi, Redmi, and Poco:

Certain Xiaomi, Redmi, and Poco models like Xiaomi 12, Pro, X, T, T Pro, Xiaomi 11T, T Pro, Mi 11 series, Redmi Note 12 series, Redmi Note 11 series, Poco F4, X5, X5 Pro, and older Poco M and Poco C models may miss out on Android 17. Consider upgrading to Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Ultra, or Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro.

This process continues for other major manufacturers like Oppo, Honor, OnePlus, Motorola, Nothing, Sony Xperia, Realme, Asus, and Vivo. These brands have specific models that may not receive the Android 17 update.

If you are using a smartphone from 2022 or earlier, it is crucial to check if your device will still receive security updates even if it does not get Android 17. You can continue to use your device securely until it receives security updates. If it is time for an upgrade, consider exploring the best smartphones, mid-range phones, and budget phones available in the market.

This article was originally published on PC-WELT and has been translated and adapted for our readers.