We might get our first look at Android 15 this week

But only in beta form.
By Alex Perry  on 
Android logo on phone screen
What's next for Android? Credit: Nikolas Kokovlis/NurPhoto via Getty Images

Android 15 is likely a ways off, but we'll potentially get a glimpse at it very soon.

According to a public Google developer comment spotted by 9to5Google, the first preview version of the new Android update will roll out on Feb. 15. The comment referred to it as "Android V," which 9to5Google points out is similar to the already-known internal codename for Android 15, "Vanilla Ice Cream."

Yes, Google names Android builds after desserts.

Anyway, this would obviously be a pre-release preview for Pixel devices only. Regular folks would probably do well to stay away from developer previews because they aren't finished and thus aren't exactly stable. But it could at least give us an idea of what to expect from Android 15. Rumored features include the return of lock screen widgets and a "Private Space" feature that would let you hide sensitive apps from onlookers.

Android users have something to look forward to this week, if nothing else.

Topics Android


Recommended For You
It's not just you, Google Search really has gotten worse

Galaxy S24 problems pile up: 4 issues plaguing Samsung's newest smartphone

Google Drive is trash. Here are 3 ways to fix it.

Google rolls out phishing and malware detection for Android users


More in Tech
How to watch the live-action 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' series

Ben Affleck's Dunkin ad is his version of JLo's 'This Is Me…Now'

Apple TV+’s new 'Peanuts' film rights the record, just in time for Black History Month

Top streaming deals: Lock in three months of Starz for $3 a month

How to watch the 2024 Screen Actors Guild Awards

Trending on Mashable
NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for February 21

Wordle today: Here's the answer and hints for February 21

NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for February 20


How to try Sora, OpenAI's AI video generator
The biggest stories of the day delivered to your inbox.
This newsletter may contain advertising, deals, or affiliate links. Subscribing to a newsletter indicates your consent to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You may unsubscribe from the newsletters at any time.
Thanks for signing up. See you at your inbox!