The Pixel 6 is MAKING IT OUT with #Android16 #madebygoogle #tech

The Pixel 6, despite reaching the end of its promised software updates, is unexpectedly included in the Android 16 developer preview, suggesting it will receive the update. Google's quiet approach to this announcement is unusual, potentially due to the similarities between the Tensor G1 and G2 chips, and the fact that extending support for the Pixel 6 aligns with Google's increasing control over hardware and software.

Pixel 6 and Android 16

• 00:00:00 The Pixel 6, initially thought to be ineligible for further updates, is surprisingly included in the Android 16 developer preview. This suggests it will likely receive the Android 16 update, even though it had reached the end of its planned update cycle. The inclusion in the preview typically indicates the device will receive the final build.

Google's Approach to the Announcement

• 00:00:38 Google's decision to not make a big deal out of the Android 16 update for the Pixel 6 is noteworthy. While a press release or statement acknowledging the extension of support would have been expected, especially considering the positive reception to Pixel 8's long software support, Google has remained relatively silent. This behavior might be due to the similar Tensor G1 and G2 chips, with extending support for the Pixel 6 becoming a logical step as Google strengthens its hardware and software integration.