Google takes developers by astonishment and officially launches the Android 16 Dev Preview earlier compared to predictions. This strategy harmonizes with Google’s new direction which aims at releasing updates more frequently and supporting new devices.
While we knew that Android 16 was in the pipeline, the company specifically revealed that the official release date would be sometime in the second quarter of 2025. Early previews lie in the expectation that the devices should be shipped with the latest Android system. This strategy starts with the manufacturers and developers themselves to effectively get more achievements.
Google plans to start beta testing for Android 16 in January next year, with the general release to follow in April or May. By using this early access, developers can prepare their apps far ahead of time.
Pixel users can even try out the features with Android16 Dev Preview today. This opportunity gives the users a chance to see the features that have otherwise not been adopted in the market.
However, it’s a development release right now and can contain even undiscovered bugs, huh? It is recommended that users who want to test the new system work with a lot of care. Be sure to see the next features of Android 16 which will be published in the next weeks.
