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Google<\/strong><\/a> rolled out the stable Android 15<\/strong><\/a> update in late 2024, and now, anticipation is building for the arrival of <\/span>Android 16<\/a>. Reports suggest that Google might release Android 16 earlier than previous versions, allowing smartphone brands to deliver the update faster.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Currently, Android 16 is available in <\/span>Developer Preview and <\/span>Beta versions, bringing significant enhancements and bug fixes. In this article, we will explore the <\/span>expected release timeline, a <\/span>list of eligible smartphones, and key <\/span>features of Android 16.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Google follows a structured update schedule for its Android versions. Here\u2019s the expected timeline for Android 16:<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Android 16 Developer Preview 1 \u2013 Released on <\/span>November 18, 2024<\/p>\n Android 16 Public Beta 1 \u2013 Released on <\/span>January 23, 2025<\/p>\n Platform Stability Phase \u2013 Expected by <\/span>March 2025<\/p>\n Stable Release \u2013 Expected <\/span>after April 2025<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Google has already released <\/span>Android 16 Beta 1<\/a> to select <\/span>Pixel devices, with a stable version likely arriving after April 2025.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Xiaomi<\/a> released Android 15 Beta in <\/span>October 2024, <\/span>six months after Google\u2019s first Beta.<\/span><\/p>\n Following this pattern, Xiaomi phones could get <\/span>Android 16 Public Beta<\/a> in July 2025.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Android 15 Beta reached Realme devices in <\/span>November 2024, <\/span>seven months after Pixel\u2019s Beta 1.<\/span><\/p>\n Android 16 Public Beta could arrive for Realme devices in <\/span>August 2025.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Samsung<\/a> devices could receive the <\/span>Android 16 Public Beta in August 2025.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Vivo<\/a> might begin the Android 16 rollout as early as <\/span>February 2025.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n The first <\/span>iQOO<\/a> Android 16 Open Beta could arrive in <\/span>June 2025.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n OnePlus<\/a> could start seeding <\/span>Android 16 Public Beta in July 2025.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Pixel 9 Series (including Pixel 9 Pro Fold)<\/span><\/p>\n Pixel 8 Series (including Pixel 8a)<\/span><\/p>\n Pixel Fold<\/span><\/p>\n Pixel 7 Series (including Pixel 7a)<\/span><\/p>\n Pixel 6 Series (including Pixel 6a)<\/span><\/p>\n Pixel Tablet<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Galaxy S Series: S25 Ultra, S25+, S25, S24 Ultra, S24+, S24, S23 Ultra, S23+, S23 FE, S23, S22 Ultra, S22+, S22<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Galaxy Z Series: Z Fold6, Z Fold5, Z Fold4, Z Flip6, Z Flip5, Z Flip4<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Galaxy A Series: A73, A55, A54, A53, A35, A34, A33, A25, A24 5G, A16, A15 5G, A15, A06<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Galaxy M Series: M55, M54, M35, M34, M33, M15<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Galaxy F Series: F55, F54, F34, F15<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Galaxy C and XCover Series: C55, XCover7<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Vivo: X200 Pro, X200 Pro Mini, X200, X100 Ultra, X100s, X100s Pro, V40, V40 Pro, V30, V30 Pro, T3, T3 Pro, Y200 Pro, Y200<\/span><\/p>\n iQOO: iQOO 13, iQOO 12 Pro, iQOO 12, iQOO 11, iQOO Z9, Z9x, Z9 Turbo, Z9s, Neo9, Neo9 Pro<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Find X Series: X8 Pro, X8, X7 Ultra, X7, X6 Pro, X6<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Find N Series: N3, N3 Flip<\/span><\/p>\n Reno Series: Reno13 Pro, Reno13, Reno12 Pro, Reno12, Reno11 Pro, Reno11, Reno10 Pro+, Reno10<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n OnePlus 13, 13R, 12, 12R, 11, 11R, 10 Pro, 10T, 10R, Nord 4, Nord CE 4, Nord CE 4 Lite<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Xiaomi 14 Series: 14, 14 Pro, 14 Ultra, 14 Civi<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Xiaomi 13 Series: 13, 13 Pro, 13 Ultra, 13T Pro, 13T<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Redmi K Series: K70 Ultra, K70 Pro, K70, K70E, K60 Ultra<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Redmi Note Series: Note 14 Pro+, Note 14 Pro, Note 14, Note 13 Pro+, Note 13 Pro<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n POCO Series: F6, F5, X6 Pro, X6, X6 Neo, M6 Pro, M6<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n GT 7 Pro, GT 6, GT 6T, GT 5 Pro, 13 Pro+, 13 Pro, 12 Pro+, 12 Pro, Narzo 70 Pro, P1 Pro, 14, 14 Pro, 14 Pro+, 12+, Neo 7<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Edge Series: Edge 50 Ultra, Edge 50 Pro, Edge 50 Fusion<\/span><\/p>\n Razr Series: Razr 50 Ultra, Razr 50, Razr 40 Ultra, Razr 40<\/span><\/p>\n Moto G Series: G85, G55<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Nothing Phone (2), Phone (2a), Phone (2a) Plus, CMF Phone 1<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Zenfone 12 Ultra, Zenfone 11 Ultra, ROG Phone 9 Pro, ROG Phone 9, ROG Phone 8 Pro<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Tecno: Phantom V Fold2, Camon 30S Pro, Camon 30 Premier<\/span><\/p>\n Infinix: Zero 40, Note 40X, Note 40, Note 40 Pro+<\/span><\/p>\n HONOR: Magic7 Pro, Magic6, X60 Pro, 200 Pro<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Android 16 is set to bring several enhancements:<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Live Activities-Inspired Progress Indicator: Rideshare, delivery, and navigation apps will show <\/span>real-time progress indicators in the status bar.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Better Window & Aspect Ratio Support: Android 16 improves <\/span>app compatibility across different screen sizes and aspect ratios.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n APV Codec Support: Supports <\/span>up to 8K resolution, <\/span>10-bit encoding, <\/span>HDR10\/10+, and <\/span>YUV 422 color sampling.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Predictive Back Gestures: Enabled <\/span>by default for third-party apps, even when button navigation is used.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Improved Third-Party Camera Support: Apps like <\/span>Instagram and Snapchat will get access to <\/span>default night mode processing.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Privacy Sandbox & Health Records Storage: <\/span>Improved privacy controls and <\/span>secure health record storage on supported devices.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Embedded Photo Picker & Variable Refresh Rate: Enhanced media selection and display refresh rate control.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n You can check for updates by <\/span>going to Settings > Software Update on your phone. Brands will also announce their rollout schedules.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Google Pixel phones will be the first to receive Android 16, followed by <\/span>Samsung, Xiaomi, OnePlus, and Realme devices.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n The <\/span>stable version of Android 16<\/strong><\/a> is expected <\/span>after April 2025.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n With exciting new features and broader compatibility, Android 16 is shaping up to be a major upgrade. Stay tuned for official announcements!<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Follow Before You Take<\/span><\/a> on <\/span>Facebook<\/span><\/a> | <\/span>Twitter<\/span><\/a> | <\/span>WhatsApp Channel<\/span><\/a> | <\/span>Instagram<\/span><\/a> | <\/span>Telegram<\/span><\/a> | <\/span>Threads<\/span><\/a> | <\/span>LinkedIn<\/span><\/a>, For the <\/span>Latest Technology News & Updates<\/span><\/a> | <\/span>Latest Electric Vehicles News<\/a> | <\/span>Electronics News<\/a> | Mobiles News<\/a> | Software Updates<\/a><\/p>\n The post Android 16 Expected Release Timeline, Eligible Devices, and Major Upgrades Revealed<\/a> appeared first on Before You Take<\/a>.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" \u00a0 Google rolled out the stable Android 15 update in late 2024, and now, anticipation is building for the arrival of Android 16. Reports suggest that Google might release Android 16 earlier than previous versions, allowing smartphone brands to deliver the update faster. Continue reading Android 16 Expected Release Timeline, Eligible Devices, and Major Upgrades Revealed<\/span>Android 16 Release Date (Expected)<\/h2>\n
Expected Rollout for Other Smartphone Brands<\/h2>\n
Xiaomi<\/h3>\n
Realme<\/h3>\n
Samsung<\/h3>\n
Vivo<\/h3>\n
iQOO<\/h3>\n
OnePlus<\/h3>\n
Android 16 Eligible Devices (Brand-wise List)<\/h2>\n
Google Pixel Phones<\/a><\/h3>\n
Samsung Phones<\/h3>\n
Vivo and iQOO Phones<\/h3>\n
OPPO<\/a> Phones<\/h3>\n
OnePlus Phones<\/h3>\n
Xiaomi and Redmi Phones<\/h3>\n
Realme Phones<\/h3>\n
Motorola<\/a> Phones<\/h3>\n
Nothing<\/a> Phones<\/h3>\n
ASUS<\/a> Phones<\/h3>\n
Tecno<\/a>, Infinix<\/a>, HONOR<\/a> Phones<\/h3>\n
Android 16 Features (Expected)<\/h2>\n
FAQ<\/h2>\n
How do I know when my device receives the Android 16 update?<\/h3>\n
Which devices will get Android 16 first?<\/h3>\n
When will the stable Android 16 update be available?<\/h3>\n