LineageOS 23.0 updates over 100 devices to Android 16

  • LineageOS 23.0 is based on stable Android 16 and incorporates key system improvements.
  • More than 100 phones and tablets receive initial support; the LineageOS 21 lifecycle concludes.
  • What's new: Aperture with Ultra HDR and RAW, Twelve improvements, and running in virtual machines.
  • LineageOS 22.2 continues to add models as the project adjusts its patch schedule.
Alberto Navarro

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LineageOS 23 and Android 16 on multiple devices

Anyone who's been tinkering with ROMs for a while knows that few options have endured as long as LineageOS. In its newest iteration, the project gives the community another boost: LineageOS 23.0 brings Android 16 to more than a hundred models, from older phones to recent devices that still have a long lifespan.

In a scenario where Google has modified the pace and methods of publishing its code, the team has opted to move forward with what is available. This translates into a solid and usable build right now, with which Many devices can be updated to Android 16 regardless of the manufacturer.

This is LineageOS 23.0 and how it differs

The chosen base is the first stable version of Android 16 published in June, not the QPR1 branch, since Google has not yet released the source code for Android 16 QPR1.That's why you'll see the bump to 23.0 and not 23.1: the project prioritizes delivering a stable version rather than waiting indefinitely.

Security times are also changing. With Google's new risk-based bulletin model, The most important corrections come in cycles, often quarterly, so the project adjusts its schedule to that flow to integrate critical patches as soon as they become available.

As for Pixel devices, they lose the preferential treatment they had in the past: They are still supported, but with less specific information published by Google. (e.g. kernels in compressed packages with no history), which requires more caution.

The lack of QPR1 integration means minor absences compared to the more complete Android 16: you won't see Material 3 Expressive or Desktop mode from the start. However, they are there edge-to-edge, predictive back navigation, better app adaptation and support for the Advanced Protection mode, among other system changes.

First-party apps are also growing. The Aperture camera gets a major boost with Ultra HDR and RAW capture, and the system can run in virtual environments: virtual machine support (QEMU) opens the door to more devices based on the mainline Linux kernel in the medium term.

There are interface and app tweaks: the notification island adopts dynamic colors and clearer indicators; Twelve (the music player) Adds one-tap shuffle and a more comprehensive “Now Playing” view; backup (Seedvault), calendar (Etar), WebView, and upload control have been revamped; and Catapult, a launcher for Android TV content without annoying add-ons, has appeared.

  • Based on Android 16 stable: Navigation, privacy, and app compatibility improvements.
  • Aperture: Ultra HDR support, RAW support, and general camera app polish.
  • Twelve: : new “Now Playing” screen, statistics and instant shuffle.
  • Virtualization: running on virtual machines (QEMU) for testing and development.
  • Other improvements: Notification island, new ringtones and charging settings.

Devices compatible with LineageOS 23.0

With this release, LineageOS 21 cycle ends (no new additions), while maintaining and expanding LineageOS 22.2. If you're planning to install, please first check the project's official wiki: Each model may require specific steps and it is advisable to follow them to the letter.

List by brands (models supported in LineageOS 23.0 as of release date): more than 100 devices between mobile phones and tablets.

  • F (x) tec: Pro X.
  • Fairphone: 4, 5.
  • Google: Pixel 4a 5G, Pixel 5, Pixel 5a.
  • Lenovo: Z5 Pro GT, Z6 Pro.
  • Motorola:defy 2021; edge 20; edge 2021; edge 30 fusion; edge 30 neo; edge 30; edge 40 pro / moto X40 / edge+ (2023); moto e7 plus / Lenovo K12; moto g 5G (2024); moto g power 2021; moto g stylus 5G (2022); moto g stylus 5G; moto g10 / g10 power / Lenovo K13 Note; moto g200 5G / Edge S30; moto g30 / Lenovo K13 Pro; motorcycle g32; moto g34 5G / moto g45 5G; motorcycle g42; motorcycle g52; moto g82 5G; moto g84 5G; moto g9 play / moto g9 / Lenovo K12 Note; moto g9 power / Lenovo K12 Pro.
  • Nothing: Phone (2).
  • nubian: Mini 5G.
  • OnePlus: 11 5G; 12R; 7 Pro / 7 Pro (T-Mobile); 7; 7T/7T (T-Mobile); 7T Pro; 8/8 (T-Mobile); 8 Pro; 8T/8T (T-Mobile); 9/9 (T-Mobile); 9 Pro / 9 Pro (T-Mobile); 9R; 9RT; Nord CE 2 Lite 5G; Nord CE 3 Lite 5G / Nord N30 5G; Nord CE4; Pad 2 Pro / Pad 3.
  • Realme: 10Pro 5G; 9 Pro 5G / 9 5G / Q5.
  • Samsung: Galaxy A21s; Galaxy F62/Galaxy M62; Galaxy Note10 5G; Galaxy Note10; Galaxy Note10+ 5G; Galaxy Note10+; Galaxy S10 5G; Galaxy S10; Galaxy S10+; Galaxy S10e; Galaxy S20 FE / S20 FE 5G; Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 2020 (LTE); Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 2020 (Wi-Fi); Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (LTE); Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (Wi-Fi); Galaxy Tab S7 (LTE); Galaxy Tab S7 (Wi-Fi).
  • Solana: Saga.
  • Sony: Xperia 1 II; Xperia 1 III; Xperia 1V; Xperia 10 IV; Xperia 10 Plus; Xperia 10V; Xperia 10; Xperia 5 II; Xperia 5 III; Xperia 5V; Xperia XA2 Plus; Xperia XA2 Ultra; Xperia XA2.
  • Xiaomi: 12 Pro; 12; 12S Pro; 12S Ultra; 12S; 12T Pro/Redmi K50 Ultra; 13 Pro; 13; Mi 9T / Redmi K20 (China/India); My A3; POCO F5 (Global/India) / Redmi Note 12 Turbo; POCO F5 Pro / Redmi K60; Redmi 12C/12C NFC/POCO C55; Redmi 3S / 3X / 4 (India) / 4X / Redmi Note 5A Prime / Redmi Y1 Prime; Redmi 4A / Redmi 5A / Redmi Note 5A Lite / Redmi Y1 Lite; Redmi 7A / Redmi 8 / Redmi 8A / Redmi 8A Dual; Redmi K60 Pro; Redmi Note 10 Pro / 10 Pro (India) / 10 Pro Max (India); Redmi Note 10S / 10S NFC / 10S Latin America / POCO M5s; Redmi Note 7 Pro; Redmi Note 8 / Note 8T.

On the project download page you will see the device names accompanied by their internal code (e.g., sweet, rosemary, or ginkgo); use them to choose the correct file for your model.

LineageOS 22.2 also grows with new models

Although the focus is on the new Android 16 base, LineageOS 22.2 continues to receive additionsThese are some of the recently added devices:

  • ASUS: ZenFone 8; Zenfone 5Z (ZS620KL).
  • LG: Style3; Velvet.
  • Motorola: moto g 5G / moto one 5G ace; moto g 5G plus / moto one 5G.
  • Nokia: 6.1 (2018); 7 Plus; 8.
  • Nothing: Phone (1).
  • nubian: Red Magic 5G / 5G (China) / 5S / 5S (China); Red Magic Mars; Z17; Z18.
  • OnePlus: 12; 5; 5T; North N20; North N200.
  • Samsung: Galaxy A52 4G; A52s 5G; A72; A73 5G; M52 5G; Tab A 8.0 (2019).
  • Vsmart: Joy 3 / Joy 3+.
  • Xiaomi:BlackShark; MIXFold 2; Mi 11i / Redmi K40 Pro / K40 Pro+ / Mi 11X Pro; Mi 8 Explorer Edition; Mi 8 Pro; My 8; My MIX 2S; My MIX 3; Mi Note 10 / Mi Note 10 Pro / Mi CC9 Pro; LITTLE F1; POCO X3 NFC; POCO X3 Pro.
  • ZTE: Axon 9 Pro.

Compatibility, installation and availability

Before flashing, check out the official project wiki: There are models that require bootloader unlocking, specific base firmware, or additional steps.. Making a full backup is highly recommended, especially if you're changing encryption or partitions.

Builds are available on the LineageOS download portal and are updated regularly. If you're coming from another ROM, A clean wipe (factory reset) is usually necessary To avoid conflicts, if you're already using LineageOS, OTAs simplify the upgrade when your device supports it.

The project recalls that, due to the new Android security scheme, Patch packages may arrive bundled And not necessarily every month. Even so, the priority remains to integrate the most impactful fixes as soon as possible.

LineageOS keeps the pulse of the alternative Android ecosystem: brings Android 16 to more than a hundred devices, incorporates useful improvements to system apps and adjusts its strategy to Google's changes without losing compatibility with the most popular models, including Pixel, Samsung, Motorola, OnePlus, Sony, and Xiaomi.