Samsung Electronics today unveiled the latest Galaxy A Series—introducing the all-new Galaxy A17 and Galaxy A17 5G[1]. Designed to empower users in every moment, these new devices combine essential AI-powered features for productivity and entertainment, strengthened security and privacy upgrades, as well as a sleek, modern design — delivering must-have experiences at accessible price points that help you get more out of every day.

Seamless, integral AI experiences

The new Galaxy A17 offers some fan-favourite features from the Galaxy S Series, furthering Samsung’s vision of democratising the latest AI[2] experiences to more users. This includes the seamless integration of Gemini activation through pressing and holding the side button, as well as Gemini Live[3], a completely voice-activated hands-free experience. Both these features allow users to cue seamless interactions across Samsung, Google or third-party apps like Spotify[4].

Circle to Search[5] with Google is also available on the Galaxy A17 – supporting new ways to access information in the moment – whether it is simply circling on screen, or instantly searching for music playing in one’s surroundings, or through speakers on their device.

Awesome entertainment for all

For low light adventures, the new Galaxy A17 brings together enhanced optical image stabilisation that enables shake-free videos and brighter images than its predecessor[6], along with a triple camera system that includes a 5MP Ultrawide, 50MP Wide, and 2MP sensor to capture the details of your core memories in every setting.

Users can look forward to smooth and immersive viewing experiences with the new Galaxy A additions. The Galaxy A17 comes with a 6.7-inch large Super AMOLED display[7], while both models feature an enhanced 90Hz refresh rate and an upgraded application processor (AP)[8] to deliver fast and smooth Galaxy experiences across gaming, video streaming and other multitasking needs.

With the Galaxy A17’s long lasting battery[9] and 25W Fast Charging, users can stay connected throughout the day, enjoying seamless and uninterrupted usage with minimal downtime.

Future-ready reliability

The Galaxy A17 will receive six generations of Android OS upgrades along with six years of security updates, to deliver mobile experiences that are both up-to-date and secure.

Users can also take advantage of Samsung’s best-in-class security and privacy innovations. The Samsung Knox Vault[10] protects personal information in a separate tamper-resistant hardware, for better peace of mind as users go about their digital lives.

In addition, the Galaxy A17 5G is equipped with Theft Protection which allows remote locking of the home screen[11] as well as force biometric authentication[12] to restrict further unauthorised access. Auto Blocker is also available on all the A Series additions, helping owners protect their device and data by preventing the installation of applications from unauthorised sources and helping block malicious activity.

Durable and sleek design

Designed to last, the rear bodies of the Galaxy A17 are assembled with Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) which provides a stronger and lighter back cover[13]. In particular, the front cover glass of the Galaxy A17 uses Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus®.

[1] Galaxy A17 5G is available in Australia in Black from $349 from September 26. Galaxy A17 will be Australia 10 October. Available in Black, Galaxy A17 will be available from $299

[2] Galaxy AI features are currently free of charge, with any specific plans for premium AI services to be decided in close coordination with our partners. There are currently no plans to charge for Galaxy AI features, however different terms may apply to other AI features provided by third parties, at the end of 2025.

[3] Gemini is a trademark of Google LLC. Gemini Live feature requires internet connection and Google Account login. Compatible with certain features and certain accounts. Available on select devices and select countries, languages, and to users 18+.

[4] Google is a trademark of Google LLC. Spotify is a trademark of Spotify AB.

[5] Circle to Search is a trademark of Google LLC. Requires internet connection. Mobile data fees may apply. Circle to Search feature must be enabled. May not work on all visual or audio elements. Users may need to update Android or Google app to the latest version. Results may vary depending on visual or audio matches. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed. Works on compatible apps and surfaces, and with ambient music only. Will not identify music coming through headphones or if phone volume is off. Google SafeSearch filter applies.

[6] Compared to the Galaxy A16.

[7] Measured diagonally in full rectangle. Actual viewable area is less due to rounded corners and/or camera hole. Measured diagonally, Galaxy A17’s screen size is 6.7” in the full rectangle and 6.5” accounting for the rounded corners; actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and/or camera hole.

[8] Comparing the Galaxy A17 5G to the Galaxy A16 5G

[9] Actual battery life varies by network environment, features and apps used, frequency of calls and messages, the number of times charged, and many other factors.

[10] Samsung Knox Vault availability may vary by model including but not limited to Galaxy S Series, Galaxy A Series, Galaxy Tab S Series and more.

[11] To enable this feature, the device must be online and can be done by going to android.com/lock and entering the phone number. Feature can be used max twice a day.

[12] The ‘Safe Places’ feature requires biometric authentication for any changes to sensitive security settings, adding an additional layer of protection when a PIN may have been compromised.

[13] Compared to Galaxy A16

This level of personalisation can be incredibly helpful, but the more your phone knows, the more there is to protect. So, what’s keeping all that personal data secure?

Samsung believes there is no privacy without strong security. That’s why every Galaxy device is protected from the chip up by a multi-layered approach, which includes on-device personalisation, user-controlled cloud processing, and ecosystem-wide protection through Samsung Knox Matrix.

At the core of this system is Samsung Knox Vault[2], Samsung’s hardware-based solution for your most sensitive information.

Secured at the Hardware Level

Most devices rely on software alone to guard sensitive data, but Galaxy devices go further.

Knox Vault is a hardware-level security solution that creates a physical barrier between your most private information and everything else. It works like a locked room inside your phone, with its own processor and memory. It pairs a secure processor with dedicated memory, isolating your passwords, PINs, biometrics, and cryptographic keys. These are the kinds of details you don’t want anyone else to access, and Knox Vault is built to make sure they stay private. You don’t need to activate or manage it, it’s always on, working silently in the background, helping keep your data safe while you get on with your day.

This is particularly crucial in the age of AI as user concerns are expanding from traditional cybersecurity threats, like viruses and malware, to worries over leaking personal data, such as conversations with your AI assistant. And as AI becomes part of more everyday tasks, the types of data that need protection are also expanding.

For example, location service metadata from your personal photos, not only details the resolution and file format, but could easily give away where you live and the exact location where the image was taken. In the era of AI, personal information like your address, face clustering ID, person ID, pet type, scene type and more need to encrypted and stored in a safe location. These things aren’t just files — they are deeply connected to your daily life.

Knox Vault helps mitigate these growing concerns by safely storing personal information in a secure, hardware-isolated environment designed to block both physical tampering and remote attacks ensuring your data can’t be accessed without approval.

Personalised AI, Protected at the Core

Knox Vault not only provides protection for today’s threats, it also ensures your privacy as mobile experiences continue to evolve.

As Galaxy AI becomes more useful, it also becomes more personal — learning how you use your device and adapting to your needs. And because this relies on deeply personal data, Knox Vault plays a crucial role in keeping that information private.

Features like Now Brief[3] provide useful summaries and suggestions based on your daily activity, while Modes and Routines[4] creates auto-generated routines by adjusting settings in response to your habits. These tools and the highly tailored AI experiences they enable are guided by a map of personalised data – data that is encrypted, with Knox Vault securing the keys.

Galaxy AI¹ also ensures privacy by processing tasks directly on-device where possible[5], keeping data in your hands and off online servers. Audio Eraser,[6] for example, can remove the background noise from videos or voice recordings without the need for any cloud-based processing — helping your personal comversations stay private. Call Transcript[7] and summary operates in the same way, keeping your calls organised while ensuring personal conversations stay private by remaining on-device.

Knox Vault helps ensure your data is protected, confidential and secure. Building on its role in Galaxy AI¹ as the trusted foundation for security and privacy, Knox Vault will expand across Samsung’s growing AI ecosystem as AI becomes more deeply integrated into the user experience.

Knox Vault is more than a security feature, it’s Samsung’s promise that no matter how advanced your devices become, or how much AI evolves, keeping privacy secured is our goal.

[1] Fees may apply to certain AI Features at the end of 2025. Certain Galaxy AI features requires Samsung and Google Account. Internet connection may be required to use some features.

[2] Samsung Knox Vault is included on Galaxy S series, Galaxy A series, Galaxy Tab S series and more. Knox Vault availability may vary by model.

[3]  Now Brief requires Samsung Account login, app compatibility and user’s consent to access certain information. Service availability may vary.

[4] Modes and Routines requires Samsung Account login. Customised content and recommendations requires Permissions to access data including location, app usage and how you use your device.

[5] Samsung Account login required. Processing data only on your device allows advanced intelligence features to operate locally, rather than online. Enabling this option may limit the functionality of certain AI features that rely on online data processing for advanced capabilities.

[6] Results may vary per video depending on sounds present in the video. Samsung Account login required. Certain types of sound can be detected such as voices, music, wind, nature, crowd and noise. The actual sound detection may vary depending on audio source, and the condition of the video. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.

[7] Call Transcript feature requires a network connection to receive calls. Samsung Account login required. Summary feature for Call Transcript is capable of automatically transcribing recorded calls when a certain number of characters is met and is under the character limit. Call recording may not be supported in some countries. Currently available on pre-installed Samsung phones and Voice Record app. Service availability may vary by language or region. Certain languages may require language pack download. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.