At the time of writing this article, Android 15 OS is just a few weeks behind to release in the stable version officially as Google I/O 2024 event has been surfaced. Android 16 OS will be the 16th major release by Google under the Android mobile operating system. If you’re interested to know more about Android 16 expected release date, expected features, and list of eligible devices then you’re on the right page.
Once the Android 15 official stable version landed publicly by August-September 2024, the search engine giant will start their work on the upcoming Android 16 OS developments. The Android OS version brings so many core features every year and improvements over the previous generation that we can’t deny.
Google is working so hard to provide better user interface, better performance, improved features, enhanced privacy & security options, etc on their latest Android operating systems. Meanwhile, the initial release of the developer preview builds and then public beta builds allows them to fix all major bugs within a few months.
Expected Release Date
The final stable release of the Android OS version usually takes place in the 3rd quarter (Q3) of every year which moves around September to October. Once 2025 starts, Google will push Android 16 Developer Preview builds to its eligible Pixel devices for beta testing.
Then public beta builds will start arriving on the compatible Pixel devices. We’ll keep updating the expected release date when new details are available.
Android 16 Expected Features
Though expecting new features in an upcoming Android OS version may be difficult, we’ve shared some key features that need to be added or improved in the next generation. The expected features list will also be updated whenever new info is available.
Enhanced File Sharing:
- Quick Share: Integration of Nearby Share and Samsung’s Quick Share feature will be improved much better in Android 16 for seamless sharing across all connected devices such as Android, Chromebook, and Windows platforms. It’ll allow more efficient and easier sharing.
Advanced Privacy and Security:
- Privacy Controls: We’re also expecting that advanced privacy and security controls will be added in Android 16. Currently, Android 15 offers random anonymised MAC addresses and options to hide device names on Wi-Fi networks, enhancing user privacy in public networks.
- Cellular Security: Enhanced measures to protect against threats like fake cell towers, ensuring safer cellular connections​.
Satellite Communication Support:
The Satellite communication feature has been added to Android 15. It’ll natively support communication services in areas where the cellular network coverage doesn’t work. So, it works as a backup process for calling or messaging without requiring internet connection and cellular connectivity.​
So, we’re expecting that Android 16 will improve the satellite connectivity support on a wider range to work seamlessly.
Improved Camera and Media Controls:
All three mentioned features should be enhanced on Android 16 because all of them are quite useful for a specific group of users.
- Low Light Boost: Enhanced auto-exposure mode for better performance in low-light conditions.
- HDR Headroom Control: Greater control over HDR content to balance between SDR and HDR.
- In-App Camera Controls: More control over camera hardware and algorithms, enhancing the photography experience​.
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User Interface Enhancements:
Talking about the quick settings tile, keyboard feedback vibration, and default wallet apps, they’re also expected to improve over time. So, we’re hopeful that Google will address common bugs and stability issues of these to improve them on Android 16.
- Quick Settings: Refined UI for Quick Settings, making key features more accessible.
- Keyboard Vibration: Enhanced controls for keyboard feedback settings.
- Default Wallet Apps: Users can set their preferred NFC payment apps as default, improving the mobile payment experience.
Performance and Battery:
These days most Android devices do come with the typical 5000mAh battery and fast charging support which initially runs for a full day. But as the device gets old and receives a few software updates, the battery draining increases automatically.
So, Google will work on battery improvements and charging efficiency on Android 16 which will enhance the overall performance of the devices. Additionally, background running applications and internet connectivity always consume a few percentage of battery juice.
That’s why Google releases battery optimization features on every Android OS release. So, there will be no exception.
List of Android 16 Eligible Devices
Here we’ve listed all the compatible Android smartphones and tablet devices that are expected to receive the Android 16 update officially in 2025. As the Android 16 OS version hasn’t been released officially by Google, some of the device models may or may not be part of it. So, we’ll keep updating this article for your ease.
ASUS Android 16 Eligible Devices:
- ASUS ROG Phone 8
- ASUS ROG Phone 8 Pro
- ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra
Fairphone Android 16 Eligible Devices:
- Fairphone 5
Google Pixel Android 16 Eligible Devices:
- Pixel 7
- Pixel 7a
- Pixel 7 Pro
- Pixel 8
- Pixel 8a
- Pixel 8 Pro
- Pixel Fold
HMD Android 16 Eligible Devices:
- HMD Pulse
- HMD Pulse+
- HMD Pulse Pro
Honor Android 16 Eligible Devices:
- Honor Magic Vs
- Honor Magic5 Pro
- Honor Magic6
- Honor Magic6 Pro
- Honor X50 Pro
Motorola Android 16 Eligible Devices:
- Motorola Edge 50 Fusion
- Motorola Edge 50 Pro
- Motorola Edge 50 Ultra
- Motorola Lenovo ThinkPhone
Nothing Phone Android 16 Eligible Devices:
- Nothing Phone 2
- Nothing Phone 2a
OnePlus Android 16 Eligible Devices:
- OnePlus 11
- OnePlus 12
- OnePlus 12R
- OnePlus Nord 3
- OnePlus Nord CE4
- OnePlus OPEN
OPPO Android 16 Eligible Devices:
- OPPO Find X6
- OPPO Find X6 Pro
- OPPO Find N3 Flip
Realme Android 16 Eligible Devices:
- Realme 12
- Realme 12 Pro
- Realme 12 Pro+
- Realme 12+
- Realme Nazro 70 Pro
Samsung Android 16 Eligible Devices:
- Samsung Galaxy A15 (4G & 5G)
- Galaxy A25
- Galaxy A33
- Galaxy A34
- Galaxy A35
- Galaxy A53
- Galaxy A54
- Galaxy A55
- Galaxy A73
- Galaxy F15
- Galaxy M15
- Galaxy M34 (5G)
- Galaxy S21 FE (5G)
- Galaxy S22
- Galaxy S22 Plus
- Galaxy S22 Ultra
- Galaxy S23
- Galaxy S23 FE
- Galaxy S23 Plus
- Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Galaxy S24
- Galaxy S24 Plus
- Galaxy S24 Ultra
- Galaxy Xcover 7
- Galaxy Z Fold4
- Galaxy Z Fold5
- Galaxy Z Flip4
- Galaxy Z Flip5
Sony Android 16 Eligible Devices:
- Sony Xperia 1 VI
- Sony Xperia 10 VI
Xiaomi Android 16 Eligible Devices:
- Poco X6 Pro
- Xiaomi 13
- Xiaomi 13 Pro
- Xiaomi 13 Ultra
- Xiaomi 13T
- Xiaomi 13T Pro
- Xiaomi 14
- Xiaomi 14 Ultra
The Bottom Line:
Android 16 will continue the legacy and trend of making the Android ecosystem more robust, user-friendly, and secure. There is no doubt about it. We’ll also expect to see a major visual change in the display elements and user interface.
While the improvements with the sharing, connectivity, performance, battery, quick settings tile, etc will be always there in the supportive role. Talking about the expected release date, the Android 16 would arrive in Sep-Oct 2025. Most flagship and mid-range handsets from popular brands should be eligible to receive the Android 16 update officially.
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