Google has now rolled out the fourth beta of Android 15, signaling that the stable release is imminent. This new version of the Android OS promises a range of exciting features and improvements, making the official release highly anticipated. Unfortunately, this will be the final major OS update for many Vivo and iQOO phones.
Below is a list of Vivo and iQOO phones that will receive Android 15 as their final major OS update. These phones will continue to get security updates for some time.
Vivo and iQOO Phones Receiving Their Last Major OS Update with Android 15
- Vivo V30 Lite
- Vivo V29 Pro
- Vivo V29e
- Vivo V29
- Vivo V29 Lite
- Vivo V27 Pro
- Vivo V27
- Vivo V27e
- Vivo T2 Pro
- Vivo T2
- Vivo T2x
- Vivo Y200 Pro
- Vivo Y200e
- Vivo Y100 4G
- Vivo Y58
- Vivo Y38
- Vivo Y28s
- Vivo Y18
- Vivo Y18e
- Vivo Y03
- iQOO 11 Pro
- iQOO 11
- iQOO Z7 Pro
- iQOO Z7s
- iQOO Z7
- iQOO Z7x
- iQOO Neo 7 Pro
- iQOO Neo 7
This list is not official but has been compiled by analyzing the software update policies for each Vivo and iQOO device and observing past rollouts.
Software Update Policies
Vivo’s flagship X series typically receives up to three Android upgrades, while the popular V and T series get two OS updates. The more budget-friendly Y-series phones generally receive just one OS upgrade. iQOO phones usually get up to two Android updates.
When Will Vivo Roll Out Android 15?
Although Android 15 is still in development, we are nearing the stable release phase since the fourth beta version is now available. This is the final scheduled beta for Google Pixels, but Google might still release .x patches.
Google has yet to announce an official release date for Android 15, but it is expected to be unveiled next month at the Made by Google event, alongside the Pixel 9 series. These new Pixels will be the first devices to come with the latest OS.
Once the stable build is available, smartphone manufacturers will start fine-tuning their custom skins (like Funtouch OS) to be compatible with the new OS. This process usually takes a few weeks before the stable build is distributed.
Last year, Android 14 was released in October, and Vivo began rolling it out to eligible devices the same month. This year, the rollout could also start as early as next month, with October being the latest possibility.
Key Features to Expect in Android 15
- Theft Detection Lock
The Find My Device network has recently been updated, allowing users to locate lost Android devices through a crowdsourced network of over a billion Android devices. Android 15 will introduce a Theft Detection Lock feature that automatically locks the device if it detects unusual motion or suspicious activities.
- Private Space
Android 15 adds a Private Space feature, allowing users to store confidential apps or files under an extra layer of security. Users can use a different Google account and lock for enhanced protection.
- Satellite Connectivity
The new OS extends platform support for satellite connectivity, allowing SMS, MMS, and native RCS apps to send and receive messages via satellite. This feature might require special chip and carrier support.
- App Archiving
Similar to the "Offloading apps" feature on Apple iPhones, Android 15 allows users to uninstall unnecessary apps while retaining user data. This feature is integrated at the OS level, unlike the existing app archiving via the Google Play Store.
- Partial Screen Sharing
Android 15 introduces partial screen sharing, enabling users to choose specific apps for screen sharing or recording. This ensures that only the app’s content is visible, keeping other details like incoming notifications private.
- High-Quality Webcam Mode
The new OS will offer a high-quality webcam mode, allowing users to use their Android phones as webcams for computers. This mode can be activated by tapping a new "HQ" symbol in the webcam preview, which may increase battery consumption.
