How to Check for the Android 17 Update on Any Phone

The Android 17 update is rolling out to more phones this month, and searches for it are climbing fast. Samsung has started pushing it to older foldables, Pixel owners are on the first quarterly release, and some brands have already changed their plans. This guide shows you how to check for the Android 17 update on any phone, how to prepare before you install it and what to do if something goes wrong.

Android 17 rollout news this week

Here is what is happening with the rollout in October 2026:

• Samsung: the Android 17-based update is now reaching the Galaxy Z Fold5 and Z Flip5. Check our full list of Samsung phones getting One UI 9.
• Google Pixel: Pixels are on the first quarterly platform release (QPR1). Some owners report a home screen animation glitch after installing it.
• Sony: Sony has cancelled a promised version upgrade for one Xperia model.
• Motorola: the new Motorola Signature 27 comes with a promise of seven years of updates.

Rollouts happen in waves by model, country and carrier, so your phone may get it days or weeks after someone else’s.

How to check for the Android 17 update

Google Pixel

1. Open Settings.
2. Tap System > Software update > System update.
3. Tap Check for update, then Download and install.

Samsung Galaxy

1. Open Settings and scroll to Software update.
2. Tap Download and install.
3. Follow the prompts and let the phone restart.

Our step-by-step guide on how to update Samsung phone software covers Smart Switch and other options.

Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco

Go to Settings > About phone, tap the HyperOS version box and check for updates.

Tecno, Infinix and itel

Open Settings > System > System update, or search “update” in Settings. These brands often release big Android versions later than Pixel and Samsung, so be patient.

Is your phone getting Android 17?

Support depends on the brand’s update policy. Recent Pixel and Samsung flagships get several years of major updates. Budget phones may get only one or two. To find out, check your maker’s official update page, or the official Android website for Pixel and Android One news.

If your phone is not on the list, it will still get security patches for a while. However, an older phone may be the right time to upgrade. See our guide on how to check if a phone is original before you buy a new one.

Version updates vs security patches

Not every download is a new Android version. Monthly security patches are small and fix vulnerabilities, while a version upgrade like Android 17 is much larger and changes how the system looks and works. You should install both, but security patches matter even if your phone never gets a new version, because they close holes that hackers use.

How to prepare before installing the Android 17 update

1. Back up your data. Save photos, chats and contacts first. Follow our guide on how to back up your phone.
2. Charge to at least 50%. Many phones will not start a big update below that level.
3. Use Wi-Fi. Major updates can be several gigabytes, which is costly on mobile data.
4. Free up storage. You need extra space for the download and install. See how to free up storage on Android.
5. Wait a few days if you rely on your phone for work. Early bugs are often fixed in a quick follow-up patch.

Problems after updating and quick fixes

The phone feels slow

After a big update, Android optimises apps in the background for a day or two. Restart the phone and give it time. If it is still slow, read how to speed up a slow Android phone.

Battery drains faster

This is also common for the first few days. If the drain continues, check Settings > Battery to find the app causing it.

Home screen animation glitches on Pixel

Some Pixel owners have reported this after QPR1. Restarting can help, and Google usually fixes such bugs in the next monthly update.

The update keeps failing

Free up storage, connect to stable Wi-Fi, restart and try again. If it still fails, contact your brand’s service centre.

Frequently asked questions

Is Android 17 free?

Yes. Official updates are free. Never pay anyone or install a file from an unknown site that claims to give you Android 17.

Can I go back to Android 16?

Usually not without erasing your phone, and some brands block it entirely. Back up before you update.

Will I lose my data?

A normal update keeps your data, but a backup protects you if something goes wrong.

Check your settings today, back up your phone and install the Android 17 update when it arrives, so you get the latest features and security fixes safely.

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