Android 16 now on 7.5% devices: How other versions fared
What's the story
Google has released the latest update on Android's distribution numbers, revealing that Android 16 is already running on 7.5% of devices. The data, collected on December 1, 2025, shows a major shift since the last update in April 2025. Back then, Android 15 had a mere adoption rate of just 4.5%.
Rollout details
Adoption and rollout
The latest update comes after a widespread rollout of Android 16 on Google Pixel, Samsung Galaxy, and other high-end Android lineups. It took about seven months for the new version to be adopted by 7.5% of devices. However, the timing of data collection may affect the perceived adoption rate; previous updates were mid-year, which might have shown different trends.
Version popularity
Android 15 still most-used version
Despite the slower adoption rate for Android 16, Android 15 continues to be the most-used version with a market share of 19.3%. This is a smaller number than we're used to seeing, which can be attributed to the timing of data collection. The figures are based on a seven-day period, which may not accurately reflect long-term trends in Android version usage across devices.