Draft:Android 16
Operating system
Android 16 is the upcoming sixteenth major release of the Android operating system, designed and manufactured by Google. It will likely be released to the public in Q3 of 2025, and to developers in around Q1-Q2 2025. Rumors say that Android 16 may have the codename of Whale Wagon.
| Version of the Android operating system | |
| Developer | |
|---|---|
| Written in | Java, Kotlin C, C++ and others |
| OS family | Android |
| Working state | Pre-alpha |
| Source model | Open source, freeware |
| Initial release | Expected Q3 2025 |
| Update method | System Update |
| Package manager | Google Play Store |
| Preceded by | Android 15 |
| Support status | |
| Pre-alpha | |
Compatibility
Some device models may not be compatible with Android 16. Here is the list of Android devices that may be compatible.
- Samsung Galaxy S22, S23, and S24 series
- Google Pixel 6, 7, and 8 series
- Other devices manufactured by other companies