Android 16 · Version Status
Android 16 End of Life Date
Android 16 end-of-life date, support status, and CVE risk. Data from endoflife.date and official vendor documentation.
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Android 16 is actively supported. EOL date: Already EOL.
EOL Date
Already EOL
Supported
Latest Release
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Standard release
Release Date
Jun 10, 2025
Android 16 series
| Version | Latest | EOL Date | Status |
|---|
| 1.0 |
— |
Supported |
Active |
| 1.1 |
— |
Supported |
Active |
| 1.5 |
— |
Supported |
Active |
| 1.6 |
— |
Supported |
Active |
| 2.0 |
— |
Supported |
Active |
| 2.1 |
— |
Supported |
Active |
| 2.2 |
— |
Supported |
Active |
| 2.3 |
— |
Supported |
Active |
What does Android 16 end of life mean?
When Android 16 reaches end of life, the maintainers stop issuing security patches for this version. CVEs discovered after the EOL date are publicly disclosed on the National Vulnerability Database with no patch available. Exploit code frequently appears on GitHub within days of disclosure.
The CVE blind spot: Most vulnerability scanners check for known CVEs but do not flag the ongoing accumulation of unpatched vulnerabilities in EOL software versions. Running Android 16 past its EOL date creates a permanently growing attack surface that standard security tooling will not surface.
Migrate to Android 16 or implement compensating controls — network segmentation, enhanced monitoring, restricted access — while migration is underway.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Android 16 reach end of life?
Android 16 has already reached end of life.
Is Android 16 still supported?
Yes, Android 16 is currently supported. The EOL date is Already EOL.
What should I upgrade to from Android 16?
The recommended upgrade from Android 16 is
Android 16 — the latest actively supported version. Check the
Android full timeline for all supported versions.
What are the security risks of running Android 16 past EOL?
When Android 16 reaches end of life, the maintainers stop issuing security patches. Any CVEs disclosed after the EOL date accumulate with no remediation path. Most vulnerability scanners do not flag this — it is the CVE blind spot. Organizations running EOL Android should migrate immediately or implement compensating controls.