In early September, Google pushed Android 15 to the Android Open Source Project (AOSP), but the expected OTA update for Pixel devices was notably absent. The company indicated that the stable release for Pixels and other Android devices would be available in the coming weeks. A recent leak, however, suggests that the Android 15 OTA rollout will happen in October, providing a clearer timeline for when users can expect the update.
A report from Android Headlines claims that Google plans to release the stable Android 15 build for Pixel devices on October 15. Typically, Google schedules its updates for Mondays, but this time it is expected to be released on a Tuesday, likely because October 14 is a U.S. holiday—Columbus Day. The shift in release day may be a response to this holiday schedule.
This timeline, if accurate, would mark the longest delay in Android OS update history, as Android 15 will become available to Pixel users roughly 45 days after its source code was uploaded to AOSP. In comparison, previous delays, such as the 15-day gap with Android 12’s OTA update, were significantly shorter. The extended wait for the Android 15 OTA has sparked curiosity about the reasons behind this delay.
While no official reason has been provided for the delay, Android expert Mishaal Rahman has speculated that Google may have needed the additional time to resolve bugs and improve the OS’s overall performance. This would allow the company to ensure that Android 15 is more stable and refined, offering users a smoother experience when it officially launches.
When the update becomes available, it will be compatible with Pixel 6 and newer models, including the upcoming Pixel 9 series. Google has also yet to release Android 14-based Wear OS 5 for its original Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2, which might arrive on the same day as Android 15 for Pixel phones. For those eager to try Android 15 sooner, Google’s beta program remains an option, though participants should be prepared to encounter some bugs and issues along the way.
