The first Android 16 developer preview just landed: Here’s what you need to know
However, Google announced at the end of last month that it’s accelerating Android’s release schedule. The company confirmed it plans to release Android 16 sometime in Q2 of 2025. One leak points towards a June 3, 2025, release date for Android 16, but that hasn’t been confirmed yet.
Android 16's First Developer Preview Is Here Early
If you're an Android fan, you might be used to the typical rollout for Android developer previews: Google usually drops the first preview in February, so the fact that the company seeded Android 16's first developer preview in November—three months ahead of schedule—is quite surprising.
Android 16 first developer preview just announced — here's what's new
Android 16 is coming earlier than normal, and that means we're getting our first glimpse at the upgrade a few months early.
Google Rolls Out First Developer Preview Of Android 16: Here's What It'll Bring
Android 16 Developer Preview 1 comes packed with exciting features aimed at enhancing user experience and functionality.
Android 16 Developer Preview 1 is here with new features and a snappier release timeline
Google is only making Android 16 Developer Preview 1 available for manual download so that users don’t accidentally install it, as it’s not intended for consumer use. However, after installing the first developer preview, enrolled devices will automatically get OTA updates for future previews and beta releases.
Google ships first developer preview of Android 16 to speed up feature rollouts
Google is releasing the first developer preview of Android 16 to speed up feature rollouts in devices. This is a major change in the Android rollout
The first Android 16 developer preview has arrived - here's what to know before installing it
For anyone who develops apps for the Android ecosystem, these preview releases are a must. For those who aren't developers, they give us early clues as to what might be coming.
Android 16 Developer Preview 1 supports the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro — here's why it matters
Despite receiving all its guaranteed OS updates, the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are getting Android 16 Developer Preview 1.
Android 16 Developer Preview 1 Released
The highly anticipated Android 16 Developer Preview 1 has finally arrived, signaling a significant shift in the landscape of app development and testing.
How to Install Android 16 Developer Preview on Your Pixel Phone
If you want to try out the latest Android versions early, here are the steps to install Android 16 DP1 on your Pixel phone right now.
Google Releases Android 16 Developer Preview
Android developer previews often focus on low-level changes to system architecture and APIs, leaving the feature and UI changes for later releases. So, the first build of Android 16 won't change the way you use your phone.
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Android 16’s First Developer Preview is Now Available
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