#Google Android 16 launch

Google has announced that the next major Android update, Android 16, will be released earlier than usual in Q2 of 2025. “We’re planning the major release [of Android 16] for Q2 rather than Q3 to better align with the schedule of device launches across our ecosystem,” said Matthew McCullough, Vice President of Product Management at Android in an official blog post. Google is likely to unveil more information about the next major Android release in the coming months. Google has announced to roll out new features to Android phones. Moreover, Google also built virtual remote-control features directly into the Android phone so users can turn on the TV, navigate through their recommendations, and such. Users may try it on Google TV or other Android TV OS devices by adding the remote tile to quick settings on your Android phone or by visiting the Google TV app. https://youtu.be/h7rUI6NWtgk Google adds new features for its users' digital wellbeing, including Heads Up, Android Assistant reminder hub, and Waze on Android Auto. Launched first on Pixel earlier this year, Heads Up is now available through the Digital Wellbeing setting on devices running Android 9 and later. Read more in our articles including "Android 16 to launch earlier than usual, Google confirms" and "Google brings new features to Android".