News
Here’s how to download and install Google Android 13 Developer Preview
Recently, Google announced Android 13, the next major update to the Android operating system. Although the company does not share much of what comes in the pipeline for consumers, it has indicated that it will focus on the personal operating system.
Android 13 is available today as a developer preview, which is not heartbreaking, suggesting that Google’s timeline final release could be by August. Meanwhile, the beta release is coming in April and more users will be able to access it.
As expected, we are saying goodbye to the Pixel 3a and 3a XL, which are offering Android 13, Pixel 4, Pixel 4 XL, Pixel 4a, Pixel 4a 5G, Pixel 5, Pixel 5a 5G, Pixel 6, and Pixel 6.
What’s new in Android 13?
While a huge improvement over the Android 12 platform and the Android 13 is a smaller, more focused update. New features include a system-wide photo picker, individual app language settings, optimization for large screen devices such as foldable and more.
How to Download Android 13 Preview on a compatible device?
At the developer preview, you can only side-load the Android 13 build on pixel devices. Update not available via broadcast update. That functionality was later reserved for beta releases.
If you are unaware of manual sideloading updates, we strongly encourage you to wait for the final release. However, if you can not wait to get the latest and greatest ones, here’s how to set it up.
- Download the required files.
- Boot into recovery mode.
- Navigate to ADB sideload.
- Connect the handset to the computer where the ADB tools are installed.
- Enter the sideload command.
- Reboot your phone.
Download Android 13 Preview
First, you can install the factory image, wipe your phone and start everything from scratch. Alternatively, you can try an OTA file that can be installed on your current version of Android without having to wipe your phone.
You can download the beta OTA file from Google’s full OTA image hosting site. That site includes OTA downloads for side-loading various updates, including Android 13 on every Pixel and Nexus device ever created, so you need to scroll down to make sure you are downloading the file associated with your device. OTA downloads are available here.
Boot into Recovery Mode
Next, you will boot your pixel into recovery mode. To do this, turn off your handset completely. Next, hold down the Power button and the Volume Down button at the same time until you come to the boot loader page. When you see an Android figure lying on the screen you know that you are in the right place.
Using your volume buttons, scroll down to Recovery mode. Select it by clicking on the Power Button. Alternatively, if you are already connected to the computer with ADB, you can use the Reboot Recovery command.
Now, you should see a small Android with an exclamation mark. From here, press the Power button and the Volume up button for a second to enter full recovery mode. Releasing the Volume up button will take you to recovery.
Navigate to the ADB sideload
Using the volume buttons, scroll down to apply the update from ADB and select it with the power button. It launches a mostly blank screen with text indicating how to sideload OTA for Android 13 Developer Preview.
Connect the device to the PC where ADB tools are installed
You need to keep ADB and Fastboot tools in a convenient location. You can download ADB tools from the Android Developers website (or SDK tools only here). You can also use the Universal ADB drivers from ClockworkMod.
Enter the sideload command
Just after that, you can now sideload the OTA file. In Windows, make sure your command prompt is redirected to the ADB tools folder and type adb sideload. If you are on macOS or Linux, do the same in the terminal (use the “cd” and “ls” commands to Google to make sure your terminal is in the correct folder) but type ./adb sideload.
After the sideload you just need to enter the file name of the .zip folder you downloaded from Google and press Enter to start the process.
If everything is working properly, you should see some dialogs indicating the sideload and installation process on your computer and handset.
Reboot your phone
After installing OTA, you will be taken back into Recovery Mode. The last step to moving into the new update is to select the Reboot Now option with your power button.
Note: This process will not erase your device, but if something goes wrong, it is a good idea to back up any irreplaceable data.
Get notified –
Aside from SammyFans’ official Twitter and Facebook page, you can also join our Telegram channel, follow us on Instagram and subscribe to our YouTube channel to get notified of every latest development in Samsung and One UI ecosystem. Also, you can follow us on Google News for regular updates.
Samsung has just announced the Galaxy A16 5G smartphone. This phone is making waves of excitement among users as it is the first budget smartphone to promise six years of Android updates and security patches.
If you buy the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G, you can expect software improvements until October 2030. For a phone priced under $200, this is a remarkable thing.
Now, not only Galaxy flagship users can enjoy the latest features and improvements as Samsung Galaxy A16 has been launched. 6 years of updates keep the Galaxy A16 phone secure and up-to-date with the latest features.
Most budget phones only get updates for one or two years, but Samsung is doing better by offering 6 years longer updates.
Talking about the specs, the Galaxy A16 5G features a large 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a sharp resolution of 2340 x 1080 FHD+, an octa-core Exynos 1330 processor with 4GB of RAM, 128GB of expandable storage, and 5,000mAh battery with 25W fast charging.
Moreover, the smartphone includes a triple-camera setup with a 50MP main camera, a 5MP ultrawide lens, and a 2MP macro camera. It also has a 13MP front camera for selfies.
If you’re thinking of buying a budget smartphone, the Galaxy A16 5G is a great choice.
Samsung launches Galaxy A16 5G with 90Hz OLED, 6X OS upgrades and more
Samsung and Nvidia reportedly completed the on-site inspection of the 5th-generation HBM3E. This is a significant development, but mass production still appears to be pending.
Digitimes reports that Samsung’s 5th-gen HBM3E cleared Nvidia’s on-site inspection. This inspection is viewed as a significant step forward, but mass production of the HBM is still pending.
Samsung and Nvidia continue to collaborate on the development of advanced memory technologies, which are crucial for applications in AI, gaming, and data centers.
Back in August, it was reported that Samsung’s HBM3E passed Nvidian’s tests for use in AI processors. It came as a big relief for Samsung as it has been struggling to compete with SK Hynix.
Recently, it was reported that Samsung’s chip decision is facing a slow pace of recovery growth. Despite the AI surge, the company is failing to grow faster amid intense competition.
Samsung’s One UI 8 must bring Android 16’s Advanced Protection features. Google is reportedly developing new Advanced Protection features that could debut in Android 16, which we want to arrive on Galaxy phones with One UI 8 update.
One UI 7 is based on Android 15, scheduled to enter Beta this year and Public early next year. Galaxy phones will get Android 16 update with One UI 8 update – only if Samsung keeps stuck to its current version strategy.
Google is working to develop Advanced Protection integration for Android 16. The program includes new settings and a new API that’ll allow apps to change their behavior depending on whether users have Advanced Protection enabled.
Android could add Samsung’s Auto Blocker-like features. The feature restricts apps to be installed on Galaxy phones from unauthorized sources. However, you can still sideload APKs by disabling the Auto Blocker from Privacy settings.
Android 16 could allow you to enroll in Advanced Protection through Settings. Once enrolled, you will have to keep your Google Account signed in, and the OS will not allow you to install apps from sources other than Play Store and Galaxy Store.
Mishaal discovered a new patch in the AOSP Gerrit, which refers to a “new Service for Android Advanced Protection Mode.” It will allow apps to see whether Advanced Protection is enabled on-device, and to adjust their behavior accordingly.
A comment on the patch from a Google engineer clarified that the service in question “allows users to enroll into ‘advanced protection’ via Settings, and for apps to check if the user is enrolled” using a new API.
When enabled, Android 16 could require additional authentication if you try to access certain content, like protected files or banking details. Details are unknown, but we expect to see the Advanced Protection added in the Android 16 version.