Archive · 26 Jun 2025
Android 16 Released: New Features & Eligible Devices
Android 16 is the newest version of the software that runs on your Android phones, like your Samsung or Google Pixel.
It's like giving your phone a big upgrade!
You'll see new things, like notifications that show how far along something is, and a phone that can guess what you want to do.
It has new features for the camera too!
Right now, it's on Pixel phones and will soon be on Samsung devices.
If you have a Pixel, you can test it out by signing up on the Android Beta Program.
Android 16 is the latest version of the Android operating system.
It is currently available on Pixel devices.
Samsung devices, including the Galaxy S25 series, are expected to receive the update soon.
New features include progress-centric notifications, predictive feedback, and an adaptive refresh rate revamp.
Users can enroll in the Android Beta Program to try Android 16 on eligible Pixel devices.
- Who
- Google is the developer. Available for Pixel and Samsung devices.
- What
- Android 16, the latest Android operating system.
- When
- Available now on Pixel devices; expected soon on Samsung devices.
- Where
- Available on Pixel devices, and will be available on some Samsung and other brand phones.
- Why
- To provide users with new features and improvements to the Android experience.
- Operating System
- Android 16
- Initial Availability
- Pixel devices
- Expected Devices
- Samsung Galaxy S25 series, Galaxy Z Fold 5, Galaxy Z Flip 6
- Key Features
- Progress-centric notifications, predictive feedback, adaptive refresh rate revamp
- Installation
- Android Beta Program (for Pixel devices)