Development on Android 16 is progressing quickly, and ahead of the projected l ate spring/early summer arrival Google has just released the very first beta version. Unlike Apple, which splits up public and developer betas, Android 16 beta is available to everyone — provided they have an eligible Pixel device.
Samsung has revealed the Galaxy S25 series, and the base S25 will likely be a top-seller in 2025. But it won't deserve this reception.
The browser-based Android Flash Tool is the second-simplest way to get Android 16 Beta 1 onto your Pixel. The tool uses WebUSB to connect your computer to your phone, so you'll need a browser that supports it, like Chrome or Edge. The Android Flash Tool provides step-by-step instructions to guide you through this process.
Google has released Android 15 QPR2 Beta 3 with loads of bog fixes for both user and developer-reported issues.
Another delay could be hitting S24 owners. Future Publishing via . Owners of Samsung flagships should be rightly excited about the imminent(ish) arrival of Android 15
Google today has announced that several features introduced at Samsung Unpacked will also be heading to other Android phones soon. Some of these are specific to the Pixel 9 lineup, but most are coming to all recent Android phones. Here's a look at what's on the way.
Android users who use assistive devices can anticipate in a new era of connection and control, right on their phone. New to the Samsung Galaxy S25 and harnessing its wireless audio LE Audio tech, Android will be adding next generation Bluetooth connectivity compatible with GN Hearing and Oticon Intent hearing aid devices.
Google's new Identity Check feature for Android 15 phones will protect sensitive data if the handset is lost or stolen.
It’s only January and we have already cruised right through the developer preview stage and onto betas for the next version of Android. It’s a wild timeline we’re now living in, but yes, Android 16 Beta is officially here for Pixel phones and you can test it today.
The first Android 16 Beta brings Live Updates to notifications, lossless video recording, and better big screen support