Android 15: Release Date, Eligible Devices, and Everything We Know
Google has announced Android 15, the latest version of its mobile operating system. As per the usual three-phase development cycle, Android 15 will undergo a Developer Preview phase, a Beta testing phase, and finally, a stable public release.
Release Date
The Developer Preview commenced on February 16, 2024, allowing app developers to familiarize themselves with upcoming changes. The first public Beta was released on April 11, enabling users to try out new features and report bugs to Google.
As of now, Android 15 Beta 2 is available. Google anticipates reaching the Platform Stability phase with Beta 4, which should be ready between July and August. The final public release is expected sometime in fall 2024.
Eligible Devices
Google Pixel
Google Pixel devices have first access to the Android 15 beta, with models from Pixel 6 and later being compatible.
Samsung Galaxy
Samsung is yet to announce specific device eligibility, but devices released with Android 13 or have four years of major OS upgrades are likely candidates.
OnePlus
OnePlus has confirmed Android 15 beta availability for OnePlus 12 and OnePlus Open.
Motorola
Motorola’s eligible devices are expected to include recently released models like the Edge 50 series and Razr foldables.
Nothing
Nothing Phone 2a currently supports the Android 15 Beta 2, with Nothing Phone 1 and Phone 2 availability yet to be announced.
Honor
Honor Magic 6 Pro and Honor Magic V2 are the only Honor devices eligible for the beta at this time.
For more details and updates on device eligibility and the Android 15 release, stay tuned for further announcements from Google and device manufacturers.
