Android 11 Update Tracker: List of major phones getting the latest release!

These are the phones getting Android 11

It’s that time of year again when Google releases the new version of its mobile operating system, and after a long few months of beta testing, the American tech giant is finally rolling out the stable version of Android 11. But of course, it’s not just Pixel users who are getting this update. A range of OEMs have announced that they plan to roll it out to their users, and as Android is an open-source operating system, we’ll no doubt see manufacturers unveil their own custom software that runs on Android 11. In case you’re looking for the answer to the question “when will my phone get Android 11?“, read on to find out.

Google

What’s great about owning a Pixel smartphone is that because it’s created by Google, you’re guaranteed to get the latest Android updates first. And that’s not changed in 2020 as the stable version of Android 11 has now landed on the current lineup of Pixel handsets.  As is often the case, you can expect a stock Android experience when you update your Pixel to the new version. Android 11 is available officially on the Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL, Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL, Pixel 3a, Pixel 3a XL, Pixel 4, Pixel 4 XL, and Pixel 4a.

As of September 8, 2020, the latest stable Android release has rolled out for all eligible Google Pixel smartphones. We’ll update the post for older Google Pixel and Nexus devices as and when they receive their first unofficial builds.

ASUS

ASUS recently kickstarted a limited beta testing program for the Android 11 update, albeit the ZenFone 6 (also known as the ASUS 6Z) is the only eligible device till date. The current generation of ROG Phone and ZenFone branded devices are also expected to get the taste of Android 11 before the end of the year.

As of September 15, 2020, ASUS has not rolled out its ZenUI stable release based on Android 11 for any of its devices. The OEM has, however, started pushing the first public beta build of Android 11 for the ZenFone 6.

OnePlus

After working with Google to offer a developer preview program for Android 11 early on, the Chinese smartphone maker has since announced its Open Beta for OxygenOS 11. Owners of the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro are set to benefit from Google’s latest major Android release and are first in line for their respective updates, with other devices to follow.

As of September 8, 2020, OnePlus has not rolled out the OxygenOS 11 stable release for any of its devices. The company has, however, released an OxygenOS 11 Open Beta for the OnePlus 8 series.

OPPO

OPPO has also confirmed that a number of its handsets will receive Android 11 updates. Its Android 11-based ColorOS 11 public beta is up for grabs for the OPPO Find X2 and the Find X2 Pro (including the Automobili Lamborghini Edition). The Reno family of phones and other OPPO devices will soon get public beta builds of ColorOS 11 across the globe.

As of September 14, 2020, OPPO has not rolled out the ColorOS stable release based on the latest Android version for any of its devices.

Realme

Realme, another Chinese technology company known for developing affordable handsets that don’t compromise on specs, is offering an Android 11-based Realme UI Beta for the Realme X50 Pro (Global & China). Users can expect a new version of Realme UI 1.0, perhaps called Realme UI 2.0, to roll out soon.

As of September 8, 2020, Realme has not rolled out its Realme UI stable release based on Android 11 for any of its devices. An “Android 11 Preview Release” is available for the Realme X50 Pro, but it’s based on the old version of Realme UI. Once OPPO unveils its next-gen ColorOS, we can expect Realme to follow shortly.

Samsung

Back in August, Samsung opened up a developer beta initiative targeting the Galaxy S20 lineup for its Android 11-based One UI 3.0 update. The Korean OEM has not yet disclosed its plans on Android 11 rollout for other models. We can speculate that the current generation flagship series will get before the end of the year, and others will get it later. We’ll update this article when Samsung officially releases a timeline.

As of September 15, 2020, Samsung has not rolled out the One UI 3.0 stable release based on the latest Android version for any of its devices. The company has, however, started pushing the first Dev Beta build of One UI 3.0 for the Galaxy S20 series.

Xiaomi

Xiaomi has also been preparing for the eventual rollout of Android 11. Like OPPO, the company recently launched a beta testing program for its Android 11-based MIUI 12 update, and the Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro are the first in the line across both Global and China branches. The Chinese OEM is expected to eventually reveal a new version of MIUI — MIUI 13 — with new features in the near future. For now, though, a MIUI 12 beta based on the latest Android release is available for the Xiaomi Mi 10, Mi 10 Pro, and the Redmi K30 Pro.

As of September 9, 2020, Xiaomi has not rolled out a MIUI 12 stable release based on Android 11 for any device. “Beta stable” releases are available for the Mi 10, Mi 10 Pro, and POCO F2 Pro/Redmi K30 Pro, though, so the actual stable release should be announced shortly.

Nic Fearn also contributed to this article.