What Samsung's Android 17 Update Actually Means For Your Galaxy Phone

Samsung's Android 17 upgrade is coming to Galaxy phones via One UI 9. But the biggest feature, Gemini Intelligence, raises serious security questions. Here's what to know

Android 17 launches with new multitasking tools as Google expands Gemini features

Google has released Android 17 and Wear OS 7, introducing new multitasking features, parental controls, security tools, and smartwatch upgrades. The launch is also accompanied by a Pixel Drop that brings Google’s latest AI models to its devices.

Android 17 starts hitting Pixel phones and watches today

Android 17 has been in testing since early this year, with the final beta hitting devices just a couple of weeks ago. Insofar as a mature operating system like Android still has big days, this is one of them.

These built-in Android features show every privacy permission you've ever granted

Android keeps a record of every privacy permission you've granted. A pair of built-in tools let you see what each app can access and revoke whatever you want.

Google Pixel Phones Just Got Their Biggest Update Of 2026. Here’s What’s New

Android 17 is now rolling out to Pixel phones, but Google's June 2026 Pixel Drop packs far more, including AI upgrades and Pixel Watch updates.

9 Google Messages settings I change on every new Android phone - and why

9 Google Messages settings I change on every new Android phone - and why