LineageOS 24 launches based on Android 17 with app redesigns and simple flash tool

What happened

LineageOS (mobile operating system based on Android) 24 is now official, with the latest builds rolling out based on Android 17, bringing a surprise early release alongside a fresh coat of Material Design 3 Expressive paint, new WebUSB flashing tools, and more. Announced in a dedicated and detailed blog post , LineageOS 24 arrives just ahead of a major milestone for the custom ROM project, which celebrates its 10th anniversary on December 24, 2026. Google is an Internet and software company based in Mountain View, and its products and services include Software tools.

Releasing earlier than anticipated following Android 17’s initial June launch, LineageOS 24 gives those running existing builds the opportunity to upgrade to Google’s latest OS version. There’s also a major visual overhaul to the Updater, which now supports streamed updates by default to drastically cut down installation times on A/B devices.

Compared to previous release cycles, the team is well ahead of schedule this time around. The release lands as LineageOS 24.0 and incorporates security patches from August 2025 up through October 2026 across supported branches.

While moving to Android 17 is notable alone, there are some other changes that are key to LineageOS 24. Advertisement - scroll for more content One of the biggest headline changes in this release is a heavy focus on app design refreshes.

Key facts

• There’s also a major visual overhaul to the Updater, which now — support: streamed updates by default to drastically cut down installation times on A/B devices