Android 15 is the next major update for Android phones. The new version of OS is currently in the beta testing which started with a Developer preview in February. The Android 15 has reached platform stability with its third beta release. This means that we are pretty close to the stable build.
If you are wondering when the stable version of Android 15 will be available for Pixel phones, I have good news for you. We now have an official date on when the update could arrive.
Quick Answer: The stable Android 15 is coming to Pixel phones on August 13. Supported Pixel phones are: Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel Fold, Pixel Tablet, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, and Pixel 8a.
Stable Android 15 Release for Pixel
Google follows a long testing process for major Android upgrades that lasts for several months before rolling out to the public. The process starts with a Developer preview followed by another developer preview and a few beta builds, progressing month by month.
Google is following the same pattern this year. The company initiated testing with the first Android 15 developer preview in February, followed by a second developer preview next month. So far total of three betas released till June with one more beta to release this month.
The search-based tech giant has officially announced its second major event of the year, the Made by Google event scheduled for August 13. Google released new Pixel phones along with new versions of Android and Wear OS.
This means Android 15 will be released to the Public starting August 13. The rollout happens in batches, so it may take some time to cover all the eligible Pixel phones.
Talking about eligibility, Pixel 6 and newer Pixel are eligible for the latest Android 15 update. Here is the list of Android 15 supported Pixel phones.
- Pixel 6 and 6 Pro
- Pixel 6a
- Pixel 7 and 7 Pro
- Pixel 7a
- Pixel Fold
- Pixel Tablet
- Pixel 8 and 8 Pro
- Pixel 8a
At this point, we are already aware of most of the major changes thanks to beta builds. With Android 15, Android users will get AI integration to many apps and services, circle to search for more phones, enhanced Circle to search, quickly get summary and answers from a PDF, Private Space, Theft detection lock, satellite connectivity for messages, and many other features.
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