Android
Android 16 release date leaked: launch set for early June 2025
Google has confirmed that Android 16 is set to launch sooner than previous versions, with its release aimed at the second quarter of next year, specifically between April and June. According to recent leaks, Android 16’s release date might be June 3. On this day, the software will reportedly be shared with the Android Open Source Project (AOSP), and Google is expected to begin the update rollout for Pixel devices on the same day.
Unlike this year’s Android 15 release, which saw a delay of over a month between the AOSP release and the over-the-air (OTA) updates for Pixel phones, Google seems to be planning a faster transition this time. By releasing Android 16 earlier in the year, the goal is to allow more new smartphones to come with the latest OS pre-installed. This release schedule would benefit major devices expected in 2024, like the Pixel 10 series, anticipated to launch around August, and possibly Samsung’s next-generation foldable phones, rumored to arrive in July.
Android 16’s early release is a strategic move to help more manufacturers offer their latest devices with the newest software, enhancing user experience and ensuring the newest features are readily available across a broader range of smartphones.