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Android 15 is here, but beta releases are still ongoing with the Android 15 QPR1 beta now available for Pixel – here’s how to install it.What’s the latest Android 15 beta?
Android 15 itself has technically been released already, but is not yet available for any devices. It’s scheduled to launch on Pixel in October.
However, the first maintenance release of Android 15, QPR1, is already in beta through the Android Beta Program. As of September 12, Android 15 QPR1 Beta 2 is available.What Pixel devices can install the Android 15 Beta?
As of Android 15, all Snapdragon-powered Pixel smartphones will no longer be supported. Only Pixels powered by Tensor are available with Android 15, meaning all Pixel devices released since October 2021.
That includes the following:
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
Pixel 9
Pixel 9 Pro
Pixel 9 Pro XL
Pixel 9 Pro Fold
For Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro, Android 15 is the last major Android update available. The Pixel 8a was also added following its launch in early May, as have the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold.How to install Android 15 with the Android Beta Program on Pixel
While the initial Developer Preview releases of Android 15 required sideloading, Google makes the beta releases readily available through OTA updates.
To get set up, you’ll visit google.com/android/beta and “Opt in” on your selected device. Any compatible Pixel (listed above) with your same Google account will be able to join the program on this page. Once opted in, you’ll be able to check for updates on your device to actually install the update. This usually happens within an hour, but can occasionally take longer.How to sideload Android 15 Beta on Google Pixel
By far, the fastest way to get a new version of Android on your Pixel is to sideload it. It’s a relatively easy process, but you’ll need to get set up to do it. Here’s how.
