Updating Android to the latest version will help your phone experience new features of the operating system, especially system security upgrades.

Google’s Pixel lineup continues to lead the pack when it comes to receiving the newest Android 16 updates—a major advantage for users eager to try out the latest features.

The Download Use the Settings app to check Android for updates or see the version that's currently installed. On a Google Pixel, go to System > Software updates > System update to upgrade Android.

For a quicker check, you can visit the What Is My Android Version website on your device, which will display detailed software information, including the exact Android version.

If you're running the latest Android 16 beta (2.1) and have the latest version of Google Maps installed, this should be all needed to check out the feature. You can try it out by navigating ...