Google has announced that Android 16 is set to launch earlier than usual, with a release planned between April and June 2025.
With its earlier release, Google’s Pixel 10 line is expected to ship with the new software pre-installed.
Matthew McCullough, Vice President of Product Management at Android Developer, shared that the platform is set to introduce two SDK releases next year. The first, a major release in the second quarter, could significantly affect app behavior, while a minor release in the fourth quarter will primarily focus on updates and bug fixes.
This means Google plans a second update later in 2025, likely referred to as Android 16.1. This minor release, scheduled for Q4 2025, will focus on feature enhancements, optimizations, and bug fixes.
Overall, Google‘s move to launch the update earlier aims to ensure that both its Pixel devices and other flagship Android phones come equipped with the latest software.
The additional minor update later in the year indicates Google’s commitment to a more rapid development cycle for Android.
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