Android TV will update the OS only in 2026

The next version of the Android TV operating system will appear only in 2026.

Here's What We Know

According to Android Authority, Google has decided to change the OS release schedule and abandon Android TV 15 and prepare Android TV 16 based on Android 16. The update is likely to be released in mid-2026 as it takes a lot of time to develop.

The decision to reduce the number of TV OS releases is due to the fact that users don't update their TVs as often as they update their smartphones. They typically use them for 5-10 years, focusing on price, screen size, and hardware specifications rather than software.

Despite this, Google will still update the platform regularly, adding new features and ensuring compliance.

Source: Android Authority