New Delhi, February 16, 2026 (Read) — Android 17, internally codenamed “Cinnamon Bun,” has entered its early testing phase, and Poco users can now check whether their devices are eligible for the upcoming update.
This year, Google has replaced the traditional Developer Preview program with a new “Canary” channel aimed at streamlining development. The stable version of Android 17 is expected to begin rolling out to Pixel devices around June 2026. Poco devices are likely to receive the update later, bundled with the company’s custom interface, expected to be HyperOS 3 or the upcoming HyperOS 4.
Poco Devices Eligible for Android 17
Below is the list of Poco devices currently eligible for the Android 17 update:
F-Series
Poco F8 Pro
Poco F8 Ultra
Bit F7
Poco F7 Pro
Poco F7 Ultra
Little F6
Poco F6 Pro
X-Series
Poco X8 Pro
Poco X8 Pro Max
Little X7
Poco X7 Pro
Poco X6 Pro
M-Series
Poco M8 5G
Poco M8 Pro 5G
Poco M7 4G
Poco M7 5G
Poco M7 Plus
C-Series
Poco C85 4G
Poco C85 5G
Little C71
Tablets
Poco Pad M1
Little Pad X1
Key Features of Android 17
Android 17 introduces a strong focus on large-screen adaptivity. For the first time, apps must be resizable, eliminating black “letterbox” bars on tablets and foldables. This change is expected to improve the full-screen experience, especially on Poco tablets.
The update also expands the Material 3 Expressive design language, bringing more translucent blur effects across the interface, including volume sliders and power menus.
Performance improvements include a new “lock-free MessageQueue” system designed to reduce dropped frames and deliver smoother animations. Enhanced privacy controls will provide users with clearer visibility into how apps access sensitive information.
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Readhis insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.
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