Millions to Miss Out As List of Samsung Phone Models Eligible for Android 17 Updates in 2026 Emerges
- Android 17 OS stable release for Samsung phones is expected to be released this summer with exciting new features
- Notable models that will be excluded are Galaxy S22 series, Z Fold 4, and A53/A54, ending support with One UI 8.5
- A list of Samsung and other well-known Android smartphones eligible for the OS updates has also emerged
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A list of Samsung smartphones that will be eligible for the Android 17 operating system (OS) has emerged ahead of its stable version's release sometime in the summer.
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Android 17, codenamed Cinnamon Bun, comes with several unique features that will enhance user experience across eligible smartphone devices.
Some Android devices, including Samsung smartphones, Google Pixels and others, will have several features, including Gemini Intelligence integration, App Bubbles, the Handoff API, the Material 3 Expressive design system and others.
Which Samsung phones will get Android 17?
On Wednesday, May 13, 2026, Samsung launched the beta version of its One UI 9, initially for the Galaxy S26 series, in several internet markets, including the US, UK, Germany, South Korea, and India.
The full One UI 9 experience based on Android 17 will reportedly be launched on new flagship devices that will be launched later in 2026.
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8 are expected to launch with the stable build at Galaxy Unpacked in London on Wednesday, July 22, 2026.
Category of devices | Samsung smartphone models | Expected Rollout |
Galaxy S Series | S26, S26+, S26 Ultra (beta live) | July – August 2026 |
Galaxy S Series | S25, S25+, S25 Ultra, S25 Edge, S25 FE | August – September 2026 |
Galaxy S Series | S24, S24+, S24 Ultra, S24 FE | September – October 2026 |
Galaxy S Series | S23, S23+, S23 Ultra, S23 FE (final update) | October – December 2026 |
Galaxy Z Series | Z Fold 8, Z Flip 8 | Launch day (July 22, 2026) |
Galaxy Z Series | Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, Z Flip 7 FE | August – September 2026 |
Galaxy A Series | A57, A56, A55, A37, A36, A35, A26, A25, A17, A16, A15, A07 | Late 2026 – early 2027 |
Galaxy Tab Series | Tab S11, S11 Ultra, Tab S10 series, Tab S9 series | Late 2026 – early 2027 |
Which Samsung phones won't get Android 17?
According to reports, the Galaxy S22 series, S21 FE, Z Fold 4, Z Flip 4, A53/A54, and XCover 6 Pro will not receive Android 17.
The major update cycle for these Samsung devices will end with One UI 8.5.
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Older or outdated Samsung phone models will also be ineligible for the new Android 17 stable version when it is released.
Other Android phones ineligible for Android 17
Google has confirmed that its devices powered by its Tensor chipset will be eligible for Android 17.
The Beta builds for Google Pixel phones have been available since February 14, 2026.
The Pixel 6 and 6 Pro will receive Android 17 as their final major OS upgrade and will no longer receive support in October 2026.
The Pixel 8 and newer smartphone models will be eligible for the new OS due to Google's seven-year update commitment.
Other Android smartphones, including the current and upcoming models of OnePlus, Motorola, Oppo, Xiaomi, Redmi, and Vivo, will also be eligible for the Android 17 stable version.
Samsung phones not eligible for software updates
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that three Samsung phones would no longer receive software updates from May 2026.
A list of the affected smartphone devices was shared on social media.
Source: YEN.com.gh
