Google released the first beta version of Android 15 in April 2024, followed by the second version in May. The company is expected to launch two more test versions between June and August to prepare for the operating system’s official launch.
Android 15 Beta compatible phones
Google has expanded the availability of the Android 15 beta to include devices beyond just the Pixel lineup. According to the Android developers page, several high-end devices from different brands are compatible with the Android 15 Beta. Here’s a list of phones compatible with Android 15.
Android 15 Beta 2
The latest version is only compatible with Google models:
- Pixel 6
- Pixel 6 Pro
- Pixel 6a
- Pixel 7
- Pixel 7 Pro
- Pixel 7a
- Pixel Fold
- Pixel Tablet
- Pixel 8
- Pixel 8 Pro
- Pixel 8a
Android 15 Beta 1:
In addition to the Google models mentioned above, the first Beta version has been extended to some Google partner phones. They are:
- Realme 12 Pro+ 5G
- Vivo X100
- Vivo iQOO 12
- Xiaomi 13T Pro
- Xiaomi 14
- Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4
- Lenovo Tab Extreme
- Nothing Phone 2a
- OnePlus 12
- OnePlus Open
- Honor Magic 6 Pro
- Honor Magic V2
- Oppo Find N3
How to install Android 15 Beta
If you have one of the devices compatible with the test version of the OS and are interested in trying it out, then follow these instructions:
- Access the Android Beta Program (google.com/android/beta);
- Tap “View your eligible devices”;
- Select your model;
- Download the update;
- Open your phone settings;
- Access “System Update” in the “System” menu;
- Update your phone and restart.
When will Android 15 be released?
According to the calendar released by Google, the final version of Android 15 is expected to be released after July, in the second half of this year.
It’s worth checking out some of the main new features Android 15 Beta brings.
