may not come with Android 15 right at launch, but it might receive the Android 15 update via an (OTA) update soon after its release.

The Pixel 9

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Google is launching the new Pixel 9 series globally on August 13, 2024. This announcement was made officially by Google.

Release Date

Google's flagship handsets may not get Android 15 at launch and will run on an older operating system (OS) instead, breaking the past trends.

Android 15

Pixel 9 series is expected to comprise four models: Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro Fold, and Pixel 9 Pro XL, with the latter being a new model that might debut this year.

Pixel 9 OS

Rumors suggest that the reason for the delay might be because it is still in the final stages of testing. It is trying to reach platform stability before the final launch.

Reason for Delay 

Some of the expected features that we are expecting with the launch of the Google Pixel 9 Series includes:

Changes in Pixel 9         Series:  

The Pixel 9 series will come with 128GB of storage as standard. The standard model will be offered in two storage options: 128GB and 256GB.

Storage Space 

The Pixel 9 and 9 Pro are speculated to juice “up to 55% in about 30 minutes” using Google's 45W USB Type-C charger.

Charging Port

The Android 15 update will likely be launched in stages, with initial availability for Google’s Pixel devices and then broader distribution over time.

Update Availability