Good news for Android smartphone users—Google has officially announced that Android 16 will be launched in June 2025. This marks a major shift from previous years, where stable Android updates typically rolled out around September or October. The new update promises to enhance smartphone performance, design, and features for a smoother user experience.
Early rollout for Pixel phones:
In line with tradition, Android 16 will first be made available to Google Pixel smartphones. These devices will be the first to benefit from the new features and enhancements that Android 16 will offer. Here's the list of Pixel devices set to receive the update:
- Pixel 6
- Pixel 6 Pro
- Pixel 6a
- Pixel 7
- Pixel 7 Pro
- Pixel 7a
- Pixel 8
- Pixel 8 Pro
- Pixel 8a
- Pixel Fold
- Pixel 9
- Pixel 9 Pro
- Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Pixel 9a
Samsung phones are next in line:
After the Pixel lineup, Samsung will begin rolling out the Android 16 update to its premium smartphones. This includes upcoming models as well as recently launched devices. Here's what’s expected:
- Galaxy S25 Series (S25, S25 Plus, S25 Ultra and S25 Edge)
- Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6
- Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 (expected to launch in July with Android 16 pre-installed)
- Galaxy S24 Series (S24, S24 Plus, S24 Ultra) — to receive the update by Q4 of 2025
A surprise launch strategy from Google:
This is the first time that Google is launching a stable version of Android so early in the year. With Android 16, Google aims to offer faster updates and better support across manufacturers, starting with Pixel and then expanding to brands like Samsung, OnePlus, and others.
Stay tuned as Android 16 brings a refreshed user interface, improved security features, and enhanced AI integration for a next-gen Android experience.