Android 13 Arrives on Pixel 4 and Newer Devices, But Many Still Wait

Millions of Android 13 updates hit Nexus, Samsung, and more

WEB The wait is over for some Android users as the long-awaited Android 13 update begins to roll out. Google announced that the update is arriving on the Pixel 4 and newer devices, including the budget-friendly Pixel 4a series. However, many other smartphones are still waiting for their Android 13 update, leaving millions of users wondering when (or if) they will receive the update.

Timeline for Android 13 Updates

The Android 13 update officially launched on August 15th, 2022. Google's own Pixel devices were the first to receive the update, with the Pixel 4 and newer models getting it first. Other smartphone manufacturers, such as Samsung, OnePlus, and Xiaomi, have announced their own timelines for Android 13 updates. While some devices have already received the update, others are still waiting, and some may not receive it at all.

Benefits of Android 13

Android 13 brings a number of new features and improvements, including a redesigned Material You interface, enhanced privacy controls, and better battery management. The update also includes a number of new features designed to improve the user experience, such as the ability to use split-screen multitasking with any app and a new "Now Playing" widget that displays the current song playing in the background.

Conclusion

The arrival of Android 13 is good news for many Android users, but it's not all smiles. As of January 2023, only 3.2% of Android devices have received the update. This means that the vast majority of Android users are still waiting for Android 13, and some may not receive it at all. Google has promised to update all Pixel devices released within the last five years to Android 13, but other manufacturers have not made similar commitments. As a result, it's possible that some older devices will never receive the Android 13 update, leaving users stuck with an outdated operating system.