How To Install Android 10 Beta

Google recently announced that Android Q would be called Android 10, doing away with its habit of naming updates afterwards desserts in the process. On Tuesday, Google appear that Android 10 is officially rolling out. As is normally the example, Google releases Android to its own devices get-go, and so Tuesday'due south launch is for Pixel phone users.

Android 10 includes several new features and improvements, including a dark theme, live captions, gesture navigation, smart replies and improved privacy controls.

If you lot're clamoring to become your hands on Android 10, here's everything you need to know.

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Which Pixel phones will get Android 10?

All of them! Google is releasing Android 10 for the unabridged Pixel phone lineup:

Pixel
Pixel XL ($145 at Amazon)
Pixel ii ($305 at Amazon)
Pixel 2 Twoscore ($300 at Amazon)
Pixel 3 ($281 at eBay)
Pixel three Xl ($123 at Walmart)
Pixel 3A ($400 at Walmart)
Pixel 3A XL ($211 at eBay)

How to install Android 10

If y'all accept a Pixel telephone, either in the Android 10 beta program or still on Android 9.0 Pie, yous can cheque for and install the update by going toSettings >System >Advanced >System Update >Check for update.

Once the update is available for your phone, installing it is the aforementioned process as the monthly security updates Google releases. Information technology'south a proficient idea to have a strong Wi-Fi connection and your charger, but to make sure everything goes smoothly.

Remember, Google is starting to roll it out now, so it might accept a twenty-four hours or two earlier it shows up on your phone.

What about not-Pixel phones?

If your device was part of the Android beta program for 3rd-political party device makers, then you'll need to wait until the official release is set from your respective company. Most beta participants will continue their beta plan until an official build is bachelor for your phone.

You can cheque the official Android 10 beta devices website for a listing of devices and links to the specific instructions.

With Android 10 installed, you'll want to learn how to use its best features, familiarize yourself with gesture navigations and dig into the new privacy settings.