Android 12 Update Eligible Phones List Official & ETA

Android 12 update; Android 12 phones list

Check out the Android 12 update eligible phones list (official, expected, ETA and tracker).

After Android 11 announcement on September 8, 2020, the next Android update officially announced in 2021 is the Android 12 update. Here I will tell you everything about the Android 12 eligible phones list, and ETA on when the devices will be updated.

Google has a history of releasing a new Android version every year. For 2020, a year that belongs to an nCOVID-19 pandemic, the 18th major release of Android aka Android 11 was announced. The update was announced for more than 100 devices from various OEMs like Samsung, Motorola, LG, Xiaomi & others and many devices are in pipeline to receive the update.


--> Android 12, the next subsequent update after the Android 11 version

--> Android 12 is expected to release in August/September 2021

--> A total of four Android 12 developer previews will be available for Pixel and other eligible mobiles

--> Android 11 update to arrive for more than 100 smartphones. The race will begin soon

--> The update release will begin roll-out to flagship devices starting from October 2021

--> As usual Pixel phones to get the update first

--> Nokia Android 12 update phones list as usual as it's not rocket science

--> Motorola Android 12 update phones list officially announced as a holiday gift for the new year


Android 12 Update

As soon as the calendar hits 2021, the race for Android 12 will begin. Yes, I am right because a team of developers at Android will be working on what's in the cart for the version 12 update. Atleast they will be looking to list out features that this mobile software version will carry.

Android 12 Name:

Earlier until Android 9.0 Pie, the Android team used to give a name starting with a dessert. For example, Android 9.0 was named a Pie update, Android 8.0/8.1 was named Oreo, and Android 7.0/7.1 was termed a Nougat update. However, such a tradition changed with the release of the Android 10 version. The Android 11 version too didn't get a name, similarly, the 12th major mobile operating system release will be mostly termed as "Android 12".

Android 12 Release Date:

All the Android versions go through several developer previews and beta testers. There will be atleast 4 developer preview releases before the Android 12 version is announced in August or September. The rollout will begin in 2022. That's the usual plan seen until now for every Android released by Google.

The formal announcement is likely to happen at their yearly Google I/O developer's conference as this has been the spot for years for Google to announce a new software version.

The known Android version release trend

Android 12 Beta Download:

The Android 12 beta is available for download and also available for the newly launched Pixel 5a 5G. You can download the Android 12 beta too. This is the final beta version released by Google.

5 March 2021: The Developer Preview 1.1 is now available for download. It's the second developer preview for this version --- Read More

Android 12 Features

The Android development team is right now busy looking out for the features that it could bring to the table with the new Android version.

Talking about the features, we see the first one expected in the form of revamped split-screen multi-tasking with "App Pairs". It would give a more practical approach to multi-tasking. 9to5Google reports that the multi-tasking feature is already available on Android 11 but it would be revamped with a practical approach.

One of the biggest Developer Preview developments that we see is the testing of auto hibernating unused apps to free up space(as reported by the XDA community). This could probably be the main reason why you should upgrade to Android 12.

The company also said that they are working on bringing a gaming-focused feature that will offer an immersive gaming experience.

Also, Google will introduce 'Restricted Networking Mode'. Through this option, it will provide access to apps that have network permission and the rest apps will have no access to data. This is to prevent app hacking tricks that involve code hacks or spyware.

There is a Trash bin for deleted files coming up too.

Android 12 Beta:

The Beta versions are scheduled for release after April and it will happen in May this year. As scheduled the list of devices eligible for the beta update is mentioned below -

  • All Pixel phones including 5a
  • Asus ZenFone 8
  • OnePlus 9
  • OnePlus 9 Pro
  • Xiaomi Mi 11
  • Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
  • Xiaomi Mi 11i
  • Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro
  • Oppo Find X3 Pro
  • iQOO 7 Legend
  • Realme GT
  • Techno Camon 17
  • TCL 20 Pro 5G
  • ZTE Axon 30 5G Ultra

There will be atleast 2-3 beta updates.

How to Download Android 12:

If you are a normal user then it's recommended to update your phone via OTA because manually flashing and installing process would be hard for you.

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Android 12 Phones List:

An eligible phone list is something that isn't hard to guess. Even you can check for update compatibility easily based on your mobile phone model number and software update warranty covered by these OEMs. Ok, let me make this easy for you by listing out the devices here.

Google Pixel Android 12 Update List:

If you buy a Pixel phone, then you are guaranteed three full years of a software update. This is enough for us to tell which Pixel phones will be updated and which will miss out this time.

The following Pixel phones are already updated to Android 12 -

  • Google Pixel 5a 5G
  • Google Pixel 5
  • Google Pixel 4a
  • Google Pixel 4a 5G
  • Google Pixel 4
  • Google Pixel 4 XL
  • Google Pixel 3
  • Google Pixel 3 XL
  • Google Pixel 3a
  • Google Pixel 3a 5G

UPDATE: All the Pixel phones mentioned above are already updated to Android 12.

Samsung Android 12 Phones List:

The flagship phones from Samsung will be updated alongside several other Galaxy phones. Here is the list -

  • Samsung Galaxy S21 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy S21+ 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy S20
  • Samsung Galaxy S20 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy S20+
  • Samsung Galaxy S20+ 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra
  • Samsung Galaxy Note 20
  • Samsung Galaxy Note 20 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
  • Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy A42 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy A32 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy A12
  • Samsung Galaxy F41
  • Samsung Galaxy F42 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 3
  • Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 2020
  • Samsung Galaxy M51
  • Samsung Galaxy M52 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy M32 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy M22
  • Samsung Galaxy M31 Prime
  • Samsung Galaxy M62

Check out qualifying Samsung mobiles for the Android 12 update.

UPDATE: All the Samsung phones mentioned above are already updated to Android 12.

Android 12 Motorola Phones:

Here are the Motorola phones that will be upgraded to the Android 12 version -

  • Moto G Pure
  • Moto E40
  • Moto Tab G20
  • Moto G100
  • Moto G60
  • Moto G50
  • Moto G10 Power
  • Moto E7 Power
  • Moto G30
  • Moto G10
  • Moto Edge S
  • Moto One 5G Ace
  • Moto G Stylus 2021
  • Moto G Power 2021
  • Moto G Play 2021
  • Moto One 5G
  • Moto G9 Power
  • Moto G9 Plus
  • Moto G9 Play
  • Moto G Stylus 2021
  • Motorola One 5G Ace
  • Motorola Moto G9 Plus
  • Motorola Moto G Power 2021
  • Moto G9 Power
  • Moto G 5G Plus
  • Motorola Edge+
  • Motorola Edge
  • Motorola One Fusion+

Check out the full list here. This is the official list provided by Motorola on their blog.

Nokia Android 12 Update List:

Nokia phones are guaranteed to receive two major software updates alongside three years of monthly security patch fixes. Wow! That's amazing and here is the list of Nokia Android Phones to receive the 12 version update -

  • Nokia 5.4
  • Nokia 3.4
  • Nokia 2.4
  • Nokia 5.3
  • Nokia 7.2
  • Nokia 6.2
  • Nokia 4.2
  • Nokia C3
  • Nokia 8V 5G UW
  • Nokia 2V Tella
  • Nokia C1 Plus
  • Nokia XR20 5G
  • Nokia G300
  • Nokia C30
  • Nokia T20

That's just the introductory list and all the phones launched in 2021 will be upgraded except entry-level devices.

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Huawei Android 12 Phones List:

Many Huawei Honor phones will be upgraded and here is the list -

  1. Honor 30
  2. Honor 30 pro
  3. Honor 30 pro +
  4. Honor 30 youth
  5. Honor 30s
  6. Honor 20
  7. Honor 20 Pro
  8. Honor 20e
  9. Honor Magic2
  10. Honor V20 (aka Honor View20)
  11. Honor 20i

OnePlus Android 12 Phones List

After successfully delivering the Android 11-based OxygenOS, here are the phones that will be upgraded -

  • OnePlus 9
  • OnePlus 9 Pro
  • OnePlus 8T
  • OnePlus Nord
  • OnePlus 8 Pro
  • OnePlus 8
  • OnePlus 7
  • OnePlus 7 Pro
  • OnePlus 7T
  • OnePlus 7T Pro
  • OnePlus 6T

It's great to see November 2018 released 6T on the list.

OxygenOS 12 release date:

Just like last year, the update will be rolled out in a phase-wise manner and it will begin with 9/9 Pro from December 2021. So let's wait until Christmas and the New Year holidays.

Xiaomi Android 12 Update:

The MIUI 13 will be based on this version and here are the phones that will be upgraded -

  • Black Shark 4S
  • Black Shark 4S Pro
  • Xiaomi Civi
  • Poco C31
  • Redmi 11T Pro
  • Redmi 11T
  • Xiaomi Mi Mix 4
  • Poco X3 GT
  • Poco F3 GT
  • Mi 10
  • Mi 10 Pro
  • Mi 10T
  • Mi 11
  • Mi 11 Pro
  • Mi 11 Lite
  • Mi 11X Pro
  • Mi 11X
  • Redmi K40 Gaming
  • Redmi K40
  • Redmi K40 Pro
  • Redmi K30 Pro
  • Redmi K30
  • Poco F2

MIUI 12 Release date: January 2022

LG Android 12 Phones List:

Although LG has shut down its mobile business, it will continue to offer software support to its existing line-up until Android 13. The following devices have been confirmed officially by LG for the Android 12 update -

  • LG Velvet (Confirmed to get Android 13)
  • LG Wing (Confirmed to get Android 13)
  • LG Velvet LTE (Confirmed to get Android 13)
  • LG G8
  • LG Q31
  • LG Q52
  • LG V50 ThinQ
  • LG V50S ThinkQ
  • LG Q92 5G

Sony:

We can expect Android 12 for the following smartphones as they have promised two major OS updates -

  • Xperia 1 II
  • Xperia 5 II
  • Xperia 10 II

The new Sony Xperia update to Android 12 includes separate toggles for Wi-Fi and Data, but only if you factory reset. [Read More]

Android 12 Update for BLU Phones:

BLU hardly takes any interest in software updates. Forget about Android 12 which is distant thinking right now, BLU even doesn't have a single mobile phone scheduled for the Android 11 update.

Further, we have talked about the BLU Android 12 update. The following BLU phones run on Android 12 out of the box -

Android 12 Download:

You can download the theme, and stock/default wallpapers from this post.


FAQs:

How can I download Android 12?

As of now, this version is not available for download as it's in the development stage. To download Android 12, you need to head to Settings, and then scroll down to System. Now tap on System > Advanced > System Update. Tap 'Check for Update' and then the download and install button.

Will my Phone be Upgraded to Android 12?

It's hard to comment on each phone but for certain answers please scroll to the top of the page for a complete list of all mobile OEM-eligible models list.

When is Android 12 launching?

Android 12 will be announced officially in May 2021 and will be available to devices by July/August 2021.

Also Read:

Samsung Android 11 phones list

This happens to be an introductory list i.e., an initial list of devices expected to get an Android 12 update. You can get Android 12 Gapps, and Android 12 launcher.

 


UPDATE 1: November 1, 2021

Includes more devices from all OEMs

UPDATE 2: December 26, 2021

Motorola confirms the official phone list. The moto list updated accordingly.

This page was last updated on 6 April 2022.

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This post was published on April 6, 2022 7:49 AM

Yogesh Khetani: Yogesh, with over 12 years in mobile technology, shares the latest smartphone insights and how-to guides. His digital journey began with Electronics and Communication Engineering studies, allowing him to express his love for technology and gadgets in a more impactful way with the widest reach.