LineageOS 24 Launches on Android 17 With 2026 Security Patches and WebUSB Flashing
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Updated · 9to5Google · Oct 11
LineageOS 24 Launches on Android 17 With 2026 Security Patches and WebUSB Flashing
2 articles · Updated · 9to5Google · Oct 11
Summary
LineageOS 24.0 is rolling out ahead of schedule on Android 17, giving existing users an earlier-than-expected path to Google’s latest OS before the project’s 10th anniversary on Dec. 24, 2026.
October 2026 security patches are included across supported branches, while nearly all core apps have been redesigned with Material Design 3 Expressive and a new built-in image editor, Canvas, has been added.
WebUSB browser tools now support common flashing workflows including ADB Fastboot, Amlogic Burn and Samsung Odin, aiming to simplify installation for users who want to avoid extra desktop software.
A/B devices also get streamed updates by default to cut install times, while Twelve gains faster large-library loading and Jelly adds support for PWA-like app shortcuts.
Kernel 4.4 and 4.9 devices are being barred from new 23.2 and 24.0 submissions but will stay on LineageOS 22.2 with monthly patches as maintainers expand support device by device in coming weeks.