Android 16 Lands on LineageOS, Expanding Support to Over 100 Phones
LineageOS 23, the latest iteration of the popular custom Android distribution, has officially launched with Android 16, bringing the newest features and security updates to a vast catalog of devices. Initial support extends to more than 100 smartphones, primarily from Xiaomi, but also encompassing models from other manufacturers. The rollout marks a critically important milestone for the open-source project, offering users a pathway to modern Android experiences on devices frequently enough abandoned by their original manufacturers.
For years, LineageOS has served as a vital lifeline for Android enthusiasts and users seeking extended software support, privacy enhancements, and customization options beyond those offered by stock Android versions. This release is particularly impactful as Google continues to tighten control over Android’s core components, making it increasingly arduous for custom ROM developers to maintain compatibility. The availability of Android 16 through LineageOS empowers users to breathe new life into older hardware and retain control over their mobile experience.
The initial device list includes popular models like the xiaomi 12S (value 88), Xiaomi 12T Pro / Xiaomi Redmi K50 ultra (value 89), and Xiaomi 13 Pro (value 90).Support also extends to older,yet still widely used,devices such as the Xiaomi Mi 9T / Xiaomi Redmi K20 (value 92) and the Xiaomi Mi A3 (value 93). More recent additions to the supported roster include the Xiaomi POCO F5 (value 94) and Xiaomi Redmi K60 Pro (value 100).
A thorough list of supported devices also includes: Xiaomi 13 (value 91), xiaomi Redmi 12C / Xiaomi redmi 12C NFC / Xiaomi POCO C55 (value 96), Xiaomi Redmi 3S / Xiaomi Redmi 3X / Xiaomi Redmi 4 (India) / Xiaomi Redmi 4X / Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A Prime / Xiaomi Redmi Y1 prime (value 97), Xiaomi Redmi 4A / Xiaomi Redmi 5A / Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A Lite / Xiaomi Redmi Y1 Lite (value 98), Xiaomi Redmi 7A / Xiaomi Redmi 8 / Xiaomi Redmi 8A / Xiaomi Redmi 8A dual (value 99), Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro / Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro (India) / Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (India) (value 101), Xiaomi Redmi note 10S / Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S NFC / Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S Latin America / Xiaomi POCO M5s (value 102), and xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro (value 103), and Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 / Xiaomi Redmi Note 8T (value 104).
Users interested in installing LineageOS 23 can find detailed instructions and download links on the official LineageOS website. The project continues to rely on community contributions for expanding device support and maintaining the quality of the distribution.
