Android 12 could be launched on October 4th

Ashwin
Sep 13, 2021
Mobile Computing
|
3

Google released the Android 12 Beta 5 Update last week, it is the release candidate version of the mobile operating system. But it appears that the stable version is not far away. A screenshot of an internal Google document shared by XDA's Mishaal Rahman hints that Android 12 could be released on October 4th.

Android 12 to launch on October 4th

When Google unveils a new version of Android, it releases the source code to the Android Open Source Project, AOSP. This has how it has been for previous versions of the firmware. For example, the Android 11 AOSP source code was made available on September 8th, on the same day the Mountain View company announced the iteration of the OS.

Android 12 launch date

Google's developer blog has a road map leading up to the final release, and though it doesn't mention the actual date, it does confirm that it will be available to AOSP. Coming back to the first image featured above, it says that Android 12 will be pushed to AOSP on the 4th of October, which means that's when the operating system, rumored to be internally code named Snow Cone, will make its debut. As per tradition, Google is expected to roll out the new version for its own phones, so the stable Android 12 update will be rolled out to Pixel phones on October 4th.

Android 12 AOSP source code

If you want to try Android 12 right now, you may opt into the beta program, and once the stable version is released, you'll get it on your phone once the stable firmware is seeded. The beta version is available for Pixel 3 and above, and OEM devices like the ASUS Zenfone 8, OnePlus 9/9 Pro, Oppo Find X3 Pro, Xiaomi Mi 11/Mi 11 Ultra/Mi 11i/Mi 11x Pro, ZTE Axon 30 Ultra 5G to name a few.

The biggest change in Android 12 is Material You, a new UI design language for the OS and apps which focuses on customization and colors. Improved Quick Settings, Notification Shade, App Search, are just some of the additions that the new version will bring to the table. Google has taken a leaf out of Apple's book with the upcoming Privacy Dashboard feature, to indicate when apps access your phone's camera, mic, or location data. If you want something like this on your phone right now, give the Privacy Dashboard app a shot. The open source app is compatible with devices running on Android 7 and above.

Will the Google Pixel 6 be announced on October 4th?

Google had confirmed about a month ago, that its Pixel 6 series phones will be powered by an in-house processor, the Google Tensor. The new devices are set to debut this fall, but an official launch date for the devices has not been confirmed by the company.

Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro

The Google Pixel and Pixel were launched on October 4th of 2016 alongside Android Nougat. The Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL debuted on October 4th, 2017.  The Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL were released on October 9, 2018, and the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL were unveiled on October 15, 2019. Google broke the October-launch pattern by announcing the Pixel 5 on September 30, 2020

Android version release dates

. Now, what's more interesting here is that the Pixel phones (except the 1st gen) have always been launched about a month after the latest Android version has been released. So, we wouldn't be surprised if the Pixel 6 arrives in late October.

Summary
Android 12 could be launched on October 4th
Article Name
Android 12 could be launched on October 4th
Description
Google will reportedly launch Android 12 on the 4th of October.
Author
Publisher
Ghacks Technology News
Logo
Advertisement

Tutorials & Tips


Previous Post: «
Next Post: «

Comments

  1. Ashray said on September 14, 2021 at 3:32 pm
    Reply

    I think Google should invest more in their apps too… Like for example the gaming apps should become better.. Otherwise what’s the point of having high end hardware on phones

  2. AOSP for the masses said on September 13, 2021 at 3:03 pm
    Reply

    Would be helpful for this site to have a section on De-Googled phones and ways of De-Googling one’s phones. AOSP (Android Open Source Project) can in theory be installed in any phone with an unlocked boot-loader.
    It’s a real minefield trying to find affordable phones that don’t have Google’s prying eyes following absolutely everything one does.

  3. CompressionEnthusiast said on September 13, 2021 at 9:59 am
    Reply

    Makes sense, as Windows 11 will steal the show one day later. Whatever your feelings are towards it, it will be the topic of every computer related website.

    Meanwhile I wonder if my phone still receives it.

Leave a Reply

Check the box to consent to your data being stored in line with the guidelines set out in our privacy policy

We love comments and welcome thoughtful and civilized discussion. Rudeness and personal attacks will not be tolerated. Please stay on-topic.
Please note that your comment may not appear immediately after you post it.