Android 15 Update Release Timeline Confirmed via Google's Android 14 Downgrade OTA Update

Android 15 is expected to roll out to Pixel smartphones before arriving on devices from other manufacturers.

Written by Akash Dutta, Edited by David Delima | Updated: 27 August 2024 15:27 IST

Android 15 Update Release Timeline Confirmed via Google's Android 14 Downgrade OTA Update

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The precise rollout date for Android 15 is currently unknown

Highlights

Android 15 is expected to first be available for Pixel devices
Google Pixel 6 and newer models will get the Android 15 update
The fourth Android 15 beta was rolled out by Google in July

Google's Android 15 update rollout timeline has reportedly been confirmed by the company. A publication has spotted details of the release window for the upcoming major Android operating system update that is expected to arrive in the coming months and eligible Pixel phones are likely to be the first to receive the update. The confirmation of the timeline was reportedly announced via the release notes for the Android 14 beta exit update. Google is yet to reveal the specific date when Android 15 will be rolled out to the public.

Android 15 Update Rollout Timeline Revealed

Android Authority spotted the release notes for the Android Beta Exit update, which is sent to those devices that have opted out of the Android 15 beta programme and do not wish to receive any further testing builds. The description also asks users who are waiting for the Android 15 update to "ignore" the OTA "till Android 15 is available in October.”

The exit update is designed to allow Android 15 beta testers to downgrade to the previous version, but results in the device being wiped. The release notes also offer users another option — waiting for the stable Android 15 release and updating to that version.

Users who do not wish to wipe their smartphone can choose to wait until October, as per the release notes, when the stable version of Android 15 will be released. Google is yet to announce the exact date when Android 15 will be released.

The release notes essentially confirm Google's release timeline for the Android 15 update. This would also mean that Pixel devices are expected to get the update first in October, followed by smartphones from other brands.

With Pixel devices set to receive the Android 15 update before any other smartphone brand, it is expected to be rolled out to the Google Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7 series, Pixel 7a, Pixel 8 series, Pixel 8a, Pixel 9 series, Pixel Fold, Pixel 9 Pro Fold, and Pixel Tablet.

Android 15 is expected to arrive with several upgrades and new features including improved Passkey support, Private Space, Adaptive Timeout on Pixel phones, and more.

Google Pixel 6

KEY SPECS
NEWS

Display 6.40-inch

Processor Google Tensor

Front Camera 8-megapixel

Rear Camera 50-megapixel + 12-megapixel

RAM 8GB

Storage 128GB, 256GB

Battery Capacity 4614mAh

OS Android 12

Resolution 1080x2400 pixels

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Google Pixel 6a

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
IP67-rated design
Impressive cameras for photos
Vibrant OLED display
Stock Android 13 software

Bad
Plastic back is prone to scratches
60Hz display does not feel fluid
Cannot handle heavy gaming
Recorded video needs work
Relatively slow charging, no wireless charging
Battery life could be better

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Display 6.10-inch

Processor Google Tensor

Front Camera 8-megapixel

Rear Camera 12.2-megapixel + 12-megapixel

RAM 6GB

Storage 128GB

Battery Capacity 4410mAh

OS Android 13

Resolution 1080x2400 pixels

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Google Pixel 7

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Sharp, 90Hz display
Good quality cameras
Good gaming performance
Bloatware-free software, timely updates
Good battery life
IP68 rating

Bad
Video recording could be better
Gets warm under load
No bundled charger
Relatively slow charging

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Display 6.30-inch

Processor Google Tensor G2

Front Camera 10.8-megapixel

Rear Camera 50-megapixel + 12-megapixel

RAM 8GB

Storage 128GB

OS Android 13

Resolution 1080x2400 pixels

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Whirlpool 410 L Frost Free Double Door 3 Star Refrigerator (PRO 425 ELT 3S)

KEY SPECS

Refrigerator Type Top Freezer Refrigerator

Capacity 410 L

Compressor Type Reciprocatory Compressor

Defrosting Type Frost Free

Door Type Double Door

Google Pixel 8

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Smaller form factor makes it more comfortable to hold
Excellent and bright display
Cameras are still the best
Packed with AI features

Bad
Battery life is still not the best
Expensive
Tends to heat up under heavy load

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Display 6.20-inch

Processor Google Tensor G3

Front Camera 11-megapixel

Rear Camera 50-megapixel + 12-megapixel

RAM 8GB

Storage 128GB, 256GB

Battery Capacity 4575mAh

OS Android 14

Resolution 1080x2400 pixels

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Google Pixel 9

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Flagship build and design
Excellent display
Great cameras
Good battery life
AI features are fun

Bad
Processor is still not great
Heats up
No longer compact

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Display 6.30-inch

Front Camera 10.5-megapixel

Rear Camera 50-megapixel + 48-megapixel

RAM 12GB

Storage 256GB

Battery Capacity 4700mAh

OS Android 14

Resolution 1080x2424 pixels

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Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Slim and premium IPX8-rated design
Bloatware-free software
7 years of software and security updates
Tons of AI features to fiddle with
Secure face unlock

Bad
A bit heavy even for a foldable
UI stutters randomly
Average cameras
Only 256GB storage variant

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Display (Primary) 8.00-inch

Processor Google Tensor G4

Front Camera 10-megapixel + 10-megapixel

Rear Camera 48-megapixel + 10.5-megapixel + 10.8-megapixel

RAM 16GB

Storage 256GB

Battery Capacity 4650mAh

OS Android 14

Resolution 2152x2076 pixels

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