Google
has reportedly confirmed the launch of
Android 15
, the highly anticipated next major OS update. While
Google Pixel smartphones
typically lead the charge in receiving the latest Android updates, even debuting alongside new phones, this year saw a departure from tradition. The
Pixel 9 series
launched earlier than usual, pre-installed with
Android 14
rather than the expected Android 15.
According to a report by Android Authority , the Android 15 update will be released in October. The report also notes that the reason for this is that the update is still not ready. It is to be noted that Android 14 was released in October along with the launch of Pixel 8 series .
According to the publication, Google changed the release notes for the Android Beta Exit update. This update is pushed to devices that opt out of the Android beta program. The company is said to be optimising the final build of Android 15.
Hereâs what the updated release notes say:
System update available
Android Beta Exit with Data Wipe
NOTE: If you are waiting for the Android 15 stable update, please ignore this OTA till Android 15 is available in October.
This update will install the latest public version of Android 14 on your device. All data stored on your device will be lost. You are receiving this update because you have opted out of the Android Beta Program. To opt back into the program, visit g.co/androidbeta. Downloading updates over cellular data or metered Wifi networks may lead to additional charges.
Update size: 1.20 GB
Notably, the new Pixel smartphone series comes preloaded with the latest OS, however, this year, the Pixel 9 series arrived almost two months prior to Googleâs annual hardware âMade By Googleâ event that generally takes place in October. Notably, Pixel 9 series shipped with several new AI features.
Hereâs a list of Google Pixel smartphones that is likely to get the Android 15 update:
Google Pixel 6
Google Pixel 6 Pro
Google Pixel 6a
Google Pixel 7
Google Pixel 7 Pro
Google Pixel 7a
Google Pixel Tablet
Google Pixel Fold
Google Pixel 8
Google Pixel 8 Pro
Google Pixel 8a
Google Pixel 9
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
The Google Pixel 8 and the Google Pixel 9 series of smartphones are eligible for seven years of software and security updates and will receive updates up to 2030.
According to a report by Android Authority , the Android 15 update will be released in October. The report also notes that the reason for this is that the update is still not ready. It is to be noted that Android 14 was released in October along with the launch of Pixel 8 series .
According to the publication, Google changed the release notes for the Android Beta Exit update. This update is pushed to devices that opt out of the Android beta program. The company is said to be optimising the final build of Android 15.
Hereâs what the updated release notes say:
Android Beta Exit with Data Wipe
NOTE: If you are waiting for the Android 15 stable update, please ignore this OTA till Android 15 is available in October.
This update will install the latest public version of Android 14 on your device. All data stored on your device will be lost. You are receiving this update because you have opted out of the Android Beta Program. To opt back into the program, visit g.co/androidbeta. Downloading updates over cellular data or metered Wifi networks may lead to additional charges.
Update size: 1.20 GB
Google Pixel 9 series launch
Notably, the new Pixel smartphone series comes preloaded with the latest OS, however, this year, the Pixel 9 series arrived almost two months prior to Googleâs annual hardware âMade By Googleâ event that generally takes place in October. Notably, Pixel 9 series shipped with several new AI features.
Pixel phones eligible for Android 15 series
Hereâs a list of Google Pixel smartphones that is likely to get the Android 15 update:
Google Pixel 6
Google Pixel 6 Pro
Google Pixel 6a
Google Pixel 7
Google Pixel 7 Pro
Google Pixel 7a
Google Pixel Tablet
Google Pixel Fold
Google Pixel 8
Google Pixel 8 Pro
Google Pixel 8a
Google Pixel 9
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
The Google Pixel 8 and the Google Pixel 9 series of smartphones are eligible for seven years of software and security updates and will receive updates up to 2030.
