Here’s the latest update on Android 16 (Funtouch OS 16) for iQOO devices in India:
✅ Beta Available Now for iQOO 13
- iQOO 13 in India already has access to Android 16 Beta 4 via Vivo’s Beta program—this build is platform‑stable and nearly identical to the upcoming final release (community.iqoo.com).
- Indian users can join the Vivo Developer/Beta site, download the Beta package, and flash it manually.
- A Reddit user predicts:
- “Probably around july‑august…” (community.iqoo.com, reddit.com) — suggesting stable rollout may arrive in July–August 2025.
🔄 Other iQOO Models (Z‑series, Neo, X‑series)
- Devices like the iQOO Z10, Neo 10, etc. appear on eligible lists (androidcentral.com, gizmochina.com) but no official beta is live yet in India.
- Expect stable Funtouch OS 16 updates later this year, likely late 2025, after regional certification and testing.
🕒 Release Timeline for India
DeviceStatusIndia ETA
iQOO 13Beta 4 (Platform-Stable)Beta available now; stable via OTA likely July–August 2025
Other modelsNo beta yetStable update expected later in 2025, after testing & rollout in China
📲 What You Can Do Now (India)
- iQOO 13 users:
- Visit the Vivo Developer/Beta portal.
- Enroll in Beta program.
- Download & flash Beta 4 on your device.
- Owners of other models: Watch for official announcements. When stable Funtouch OS 16 rolls out, check under Settings → System → Software update.
📝 TL;DR
For India: iQOO 13 users can install Android 16 beta right now, with a stable release expected in July–August 2025. All other iQOO models should receive Android 16 later in 2025 once beta tests conclude and regional certification is complete.
Let me know if you’d like a step‑by‑step guide to joining the beta or help tracking the update for your specific iQOO model in India!
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