Here are the major Android versions starting from Android 13 up to the current latest stable release as of March 2026. Android follows an annual release cycle, with versions typically launching in the second half of the year (though Android 16 shifted earlier).
The current latest stable version is Android 16 (released in 2025), while Android 17 is in beta/preview stages (Beta 2 recently released or upcoming in early 2026, with stable expected later in 2026).
I’ve presented this in a table format for clarity:
| Android Version | Codename | Release Year | Key New Features / Major Changes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Android 13 | Tiramisu | 2022 | Notification runtime permission required; Photo Picker for privacy; Themed app icons (Material You expansion); Per-app language preferences; Clipboard preview and auto-clear; Improved large-screen/tablet experience (enhanced multitasking, taskbar); Bluetooth LE Audio and LC3 codec support; Performance boosts via updated ART garbage collector. |
| Android 14 | Upside Down Cake | 2023 | Blocked installation of very old apps (pre-Android 6.0) for security; Expanded lock screen customization; Ultra HDR photo support; Phone-as-webcam feature; Improved battery efficiency and system process optimizations; Enhanced accessibility and regional preferences; Better foldable/large-screen taskbar. |
| Android 15 | Vanilla Ice Cream | 2024 | Reintroduced lock screen widgets (especially on tablets/large screens); Advanced Factory Reset Protection against theft; Improved satellite connectivity support; Better app archiving/hibernation for storage; Enhanced privacy in health data (Health Connect expansions); Multitasking and foldable optimizations. |
| Android 16 | Baklava | 2025 | Major Material Design overhaul (“Material 3 Expressive”) with more animations, colors, and blur effects; AI-powered notification summaries and organizer; Embedded/advanced photo picker; Health records integration; Stronger parental controls and privacy sandbox features; Desktop mode improvements (when connected to external displays); Battery icon redesign; More personalization (custom icons, dark mode enhancements); Smoother performance and security updates. |
These are the main highlights based on official releases. Features can vary slightly by device manufacturer (e.g., Samsung’s One UI adds extra layers). Newer versions build on privacy, large-screen/foldable support, AI integrations, and performance.
If you’d like more details on a specific version or visuals of their logos/interfaces, let me know!