Android users behold, the Nougat update is rolling out to more devices beginning October. Recent rumors suggest that mobile phone manufacturers are expected to release the Nougat update to eligible devices within the coming weeks. Here's what you need to know about the release date of Android Nougat to some mobile phone brands, and which models are included:
Android Nougat Rolling Out To HTC Phones
HTC confirmed that HTC 10, HTC One A9 and HTC One M9 are all getting the update, IBTimes reported. Furthermore, HTC states that a device will continue to get new updates for two years after the model's release. The company has also confirmed that they have received the Android Nougat software. According to a source, HTC expects to begin the roll out beginning 4th quarter of this year.
Android Nougat Rolling Out To Huawei Phones
For Huawei phones getting the Android Nougat update, the list might include Huawei P9, Huawei G9 Plus, Huawei P9 Lite, Huawei P9 Plus, Huawei Mate 8, Huawei Mate S, Huawei P8, Huawei P8 Lite, Huawei G8, Huawei G7 Plus and other devices released mid-2015 and earlier. As for the release date of Android Nougat to Huawei devices, the specifics are still uncertain. However, the company is probably rolling out the Nougat update at the same time frame as the others, around October to December.
Android Nougat Rolling Out To LG Phones
Sure enough, LG's latest flagship LG V20 will run the Android Nougat update from the box. For older devices like the LG G5, LG G4, LG V10, LG X Cam, LG X Screen, LG X Power, LG X Max, LG G4 Stylus, LG K8 and more, the Android Nougat update is expected within the same release dates as mentioned. For the Android Nougat release to LG phones, it would probably start within a couple of months. Just keep in mind that newer devices tend to receive the update sooner than older models.
Other Mobile Phones Getting The Android Nougat Update
Asus expects to release the Nougat update to its Zenfone 3 series and some of its Zenfone 2 models. Samsung might extend the Nougat update up to the S6 series alongside the Galaxy J5, J7, A3, A9, C5, and other phones released within the same time frames. Not all companies have confirmed their list of Nougat eligible devices, but if your Android device is relatively new, you are most likely to receive the update.
