Samsung's $200 Galaxy A17 Brings Google's Circle to Search to Its Lower-Priced Phone
Samsung's Galaxy A17 5G includes Google's AI features and offers six years of Android OS and security updates, extending support beyond typical budget phones, Samsung said.
- On January 7, the Galaxy A17 5G will go on sale in the US, starting at $199.99 for the 128GB model and available in blue, black, and gray via Samsung and carriers including AT&T, T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile, and Verizon.
- Samsung positions the A17 as a successor to the Galaxy A16, offering six years of Android OS and security updates, a rare promise for a $200 device.
- The A17 uses Samsung's Exynos 1330 with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage, supports microSD expansion, features a 6.7-inch 90Hz FHD display, IP54 resistance, and a 5,000 mAh battery with 25W USB-C charging.
- Samsung says the Galaxy A17 will include Google's Circle to Search and Gemini assistant, which could broaden those AI features' reach given the A-series buyer base in the US.
- The A-series continues Samsung's run of affordable, capable phones and offers an 8GB RAM variant upgrade option, with observers saying the Galaxy A17 could join best budget Android lists by 2026.
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