Download and Install Android 15 Developer Preview on Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro

Google has just unveiled the initial developer preview of Android 15 for Pixel devices. It allows Pixel 8 users to get early access to the upcoming features and changes in the forthcoming version of Android.

Installing the developer build does grant early access, but it also carries potential risks with it. As developer previews are meant for app testing and bug discovery before the stable build rollout.

If you're willing to take risks for early access. In that case, you can install Android 15 view on your Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro by following the steps below. This guide will walk through downloading and flashing the developer preview on your Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro.

Backup your Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro

• Open your Google Pixel 8 or 8 Pro Settings App.
• Scroll down and tap on "Google".
• Click on "Backup".

• Tap "Back up now" to start the backup.

Enable Developer Options on Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro

To enable developer options on Google Pixel 8 and 8 pro, follow the below steps:

• Open the Settings App on your Pixel 8/8 Pro.
• Scroll down and Tap on "About phone".
• In the About phone screen, find the "Build number".

• Tap on the "Build number 7 times" continuously until you see a message saying, "You are now a developer".

Enable USB Debugging And OEM Unlocking on Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro

Enabling USB Debugging

To enable USB debugging on Google Pixel 8 and 8 pro, follow the below steps:

• Open Settings on your Pixel 8 or Pixel 8 Pro.
• Scroll down and tap on "System".
• Locate and click on the "Developer options" in the System settings screen.
• In the Developer options menu, find the "USB debugging" toggle and turn it on.

• A pop-up will appear asking you to confirm. Tap "OK" on the pop-up to enable USB debugging.

Enable OEM Unlocking

To enable OEM unlocking on Google Pixel 8 & 8 pro, follow the below steps:

• Go to Settings on your Pixel 8 and 8 Pro.
• Scroll down and tap on "System".
• In the System settings screen, find and select the "Developer options".
• In the Developer options menu, locate the "OEM Unlocking" toggle and turn it on.
• A pop-up warning will appear. Tap on "Enable" to confirm.

Download

To flash the Android 15 Developer Preview on Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro, you need to Download the Android Flash Tool and Android 15 Developer Preview image for Pixel 8 and 8 Pro.

• Android Flash Tool - Download
• Android 15 Developer Preview image for Pixel 8 and 8 Pro - Download
• Android 15 Developer Preview image for Pixel 8 and 8 Pro - Download

Note:

When installing the prerelease software, use a secondary Pixel device rather than your primary phone. This prevents any issues caused by the developer preview from impacting your primary device.

Flash Android 15 Developer Preview on Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro

To flash the Android 15 developer preview on Goole Pixel 8 and 8 Pro, Follow the below steps:

• If you have ADB installed on your PC, stop the adb service by running this command:

$ adb kill-server

• Connect your Pixel 8 /8 Pro to your PC via a USB cable.
• Open Chrome browser and go to flash.android.com website.
• When prompted, allow adb access on your Pixel 8 and 8 Pro. Tap on "Always allow" and "OK" to enable USB debugging.
• On the Flash tool, click "Add new device" and select your connected Pixel 8 and 8 Pro.
• Click on your Pixel 8 and 8 Pro after it connects.
• On the Android Flash tool, under "Popular builds", find and click on "Developer Preview" to continue.
• Click on "Install" to begin flashing. Your Pixel 8 and 8 Pro will reboot into fastboot mode.
• Once you see "Flash Complete", disconnect the Pixel 6 or 6 Pro from the USB cable.

Thats it! You have successfully flashed the Android 15 Developer Preview on your Google Pixel 8 and 8 Pro phone.

Conclusion

The Android 15 Developer Preview offers early access to test out the latest Android features before public release. However, as an unfinished build, it may have stability and performance issues. Installing the preview comes with risks and is recommended only for advanced users comfortable with troubleshooting problems.

For most people, waiting for the public beta or stable build is advisable, as these will provide a much smoother experience. The Developer Preview is intended for coders and technical users who can help find bugs.

When reverting back to official firmware, be sure to backup data and reset your phone. Overall, the Android 15 Developer Preview provides an exciting, though potentially unstable, glimpse of the future of Android on Pixel. Use caution when installing unfinished previews.

Also Read: Download and Install Android 15 Developer Preview on Google Pixel 7a

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