Android 15 is in its final phase of development. Last month, the upcoming OS reached platform stability with the beta 3 release. Just recently, the beta 3.1 build went live, fixing some issues related to the lock screen and face authentication.
Oppo has been offering a beta program to allow their users to install early builds of the OS ahead of the stable release, and this year was no different. This time, Oppo Find N3 has been selected for the Android 15 beta, though the beta program will expand to more devices in the coming weeks.
Android 15 is an exciting upgrade, but many Oppo devices are ineligible for it. Review the list below to find out if you’ll need to upgrade to a newer model to enjoy the latest features and enhancements.
These Oppo Phones Are Not Eligible for Android 15 Update
[Oppo Find series]
- Oppo Find X5 Lite
- Oppo Find N
- Oppo Find X3
- Oppo Find X3 Pro
- Oppo Find X3 Neo
- Oppo Find X3 Lite
- And older Find models
[Oppo Reno series]
- Oppo Reno 8
- Oppo Reno 8 4G
- Oppo Reno 8 Z
- Oppo Reno 8 Lite
- Oppo Reno 8 Pro
- Oppo Reno 8 Pro+
- Oppo Reno 7
- Oppo Reno 7 5G
- Oppo Reno 7 Lite
- Oppo Reno 7 Z 5G
- Oppo Reno 7 Pro
- Oppo Reno 7 SE 5G
- And older Reno models
[Oppo K series]
- Oppo K10
- Oppo K10 5G
- Oppo K10x
- Oppo K10 Pro
- And older K models
[Oppo F series]
- Oppo F21 Pro
- Oppo F21 Pro 5G
- And older F models
[Oppo A series]
- Oppo A78
- Oppo A77s
- Oppo A58x
- Oppo A56
- Oppo A17
- Oppo A17k
- Oppo A1
- Oppo A1x
- Oppo A1 Pro
- And those launched with Android 12 or before
Oppo, like any other Android brand, hasn’t yet released a list of phones that will or won’t be upgraded to Android 15. Hence, this is an unofficial list that has been prepared based on the past rollouts.
Oppo’s software update policy promises four Android updates to their newer flagship phones, although older ones only get three. The Reno, F, and K-series models receive two OS updates.
The company’s budget A-series models typically get one Android update. However, select models will get two. Oppo hasn’t revealed those device names. Therefore, the above list doesn’t include any Oppo A-series phones launched with Android 13 out of the box. We’ll only learn about them once the official rollout timeline is out.
Also Read: 10 Amazing Features Coming to Android 15
When Will Oppo Release Android 15
Just after Google unveiled Android 15 at the Google I/O developer conference in May, Oppo announced its participation in the beta testing. Oppo Find N3 is the company’s first phone to get Android 15 beta, allowing users to get an early taste of the upcoming OS.
The Android 15 beta should expand to more Oppo phones in the coming weeks. But when is the stable build coming?
Android 15 is in its final stage of development as it has already entered the platform stability phase. It might get a stable release anytime soon.
The upcoming Pixel 9 series is expected to be the first to come with Android 15 out of the box. Interestingly, Google has scheduled the “Made by Google” event for August 13, where the Pixel 9 series will be announced. This means Android 15 could be released in August. Usually, a new Android OS is released around September or October.
Google Pixels are the first to receive new OS updates, and then other smartphone brands, including Oppo, gradually roll it out to their eligible devices.
Android 15: What’s Exciting About This Upgrade
Every Android version is called a major upgrade, but Android 15 is a major one in real terms. It brings some critical new features and enhancements that will make you eagerly wait for it.
1. Theft Detection Lock
If someone snatches your phone and runs away with it, the device senses that motion and immediately locks the screen, preventing bad uses of your device.
The device will lock itself even if it detects suspicious activities like constant attempts to disconnect the phone or multiple failed login attempts. The best thing is that the other person will have to use the same Google account to set up the device after a factory reset. Otherwise, the device will be useless.
2. Private Space
Android 15 has a private space feature to protect apps and files you don’t want others to access. It uses a separate user profile and lets you set up a different lock factor for better security.
Everything you do in the private space will be invisible to the other space. Even the apps won’t show in the recent apps section. And all your downloads in the private space remain there.
3. App Pairs
If you frequently use apps in the split screen mode, you’ll love app pairs in Android 15. It lets you create a shortcut for your favourite split-screen combination to open them in a single click.
4. Satellite Connectivity Support
Android 15 “extends platform support for satellite connectivity.” It adds some UI elements to ensure a consistent user experience.
The OS provides support for SMS and MMS apps, as well as preloaded RCS apps, to use satellite connectivity for sending and receiving messages. This means satellite messaging in Android 15 won’t be limited to emergency uses only. Also, Android 15 apps can detect when a device is connected to a satellite.
5. Partial Screen Sharing
If you screen share or do a screen recording, the video shows everything on your screen, including things you don’t want to show. Android 15 takes it to the next step by introducing partial screen sharing. With this feature, you’ll be able to screen share or record a single app rather than the entire screen.
So, which Oppo smartphone do you have? And what are your expectations from Android 15? Please share your thoughts in the comments below.
More on Android 15:
1. Android 15 Update: When Is It Coming to Your Phone?
2. Here Are All the Devices Eligible for Android 15 Upgrade
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