Recently Google revealed the developer beta for Android 15 and many OEMs are in the list with products that are likely to get the stable build when it comes out.
Chief amongst them is and Galaxy users have a reason to celebrate.
The developer preview of Android 15 promises a suite of enhanced features, aiming for “Platform Stability at Beta 3 in June” of this year, with the stable version likely hitting Google Pixels by July.
But what about Samsung Galaxy owners?
Here’s everything you need to know.
Not every smartphone will be graced with the Android 15 update, often due to hardware limitations.
However, Samsung stands out with a generous lineup of Galaxy devices slated to embrace this update via the One UI 7.0 rollout, soon after Google Pixels receive their update.
It’s important to note that the following list includes devices currently on the market.
Future releases, such as the Galaxy Z Fold 6, Z Flip 6, and Galaxy A55, are expected to come with Android 15 pre-installed.
While this list showcases eligible devices, the final nod from Samsung is eagerly awaited by users worldwide.
So here’s the list of devices from Samsung that re set to receive Android 15:
Samsung’s commitment to keeping its Galaxy lineup current is clear, offering users a seamless transition to the latest in Android OS technology.
Over time the company’s proprietary OneUI skin has become more user-friendly and clutter-free than previous skins employed by Samsung.
This update isn’t just about new features; it’s about enhancing user experience, security, and performance across a broad spectrum of devices.
The Galaxy M, F, A, and Z series have been listed as eligible for the upcoming Android 15 update, promising a range of enhanced features and improvements.
Following the Google Pixels’ receipt of the stable version, likely by July, Samsung Galaxy devices are expected to start receiving the Android 15 update via the One UI 7.0 rollout.
Yes, future releases such as the Galaxy Z Fold 6, Z Flip 6, and Galaxy A55 are expected to be shipped with Android 15 pre-installed, offering the latest technology right out of the box.
Users can look forward to a suite of enhanced features, focusing on user experience, security, and device performance, ensuring a seamless and efficient interaction with their Galaxy devices.
Samsung’s dedication to keeping its Galaxy lineup updated reflects in its strategic planning and development, ensuring hardware compatibility and software optimization for the latest Android OS versions.
Yearly Android releases typically begin with a couple of developer preview releases. This year, Google says there will be two previews released in February and March. Then, in April, the Android 15 Beta program will officially begin.
Google estimates there will be five Android 15 Beta releases in April, May, June, and July leading up to a final release soon after. Android 14 launched unexpectedly late in October 2023, so it remains to be seen if Android 15 will follow suit or move back to its September slot.
Privacy and Security Measures
Android 15 introduces features to safeguard user privacy and security:
Privacy Sandbox: Upgrades Android AD Services to extension level 10, incorporating the latest Privacy Sandbox for personalized advertising experiences while prioritizing user privacy.
Health Connect: Integrates Android 14 extensions 10, offering a secure platform to manage and share health data collected by apps.
File Integrity: Introduces FileIntegrityManager with enhanced security features utilizing fs-verity to prevent unauthorized file modifications or malware attacks.
Partial Screen Sharing: Supports sharing or recording specific app windows for improved user consent and privacy.
Android 15 includes a Platform Stability milestone, expected to be reached at Beta 3 in June 2024, signaling the finalization of APIs and behaviors.
Google encourages developers to target this milestone for final compatibility testing and release planning.
Google outlines a timeline for Android 15’s development, including Developer Previews, Beta releases, and the final release to the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) and ecosystem.
February: Developer Preview 1 (Early version for developer feedback, with new features, APIs, and behavior changes).
March: Developer Preview 2 (Update with more features, APIs, and behavior changes).
April: Beta 1 (First beta-quality release, available via over-the-air update to early adopters in Android Beta).
May: Beta 2 (Incremental beta-quality release).
June: Beta 3 (Marks Platform Stability milestone with final APIs and behaviors, and opens Play publishing).
July, August: Beta 4, … (Near-final builds for final testing).
Final release: Android 15 released to AOSP and ecosystem.
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