10 Android Pie Release Date Tips

Get Familiar with Android Pie

Don't wait until your manufacturer sends you the update to get familiar with it. You'll want to know what to expect and what it has to offer before you get Pie.

We don't know what each manufacturer will do with Android 9.0 P, but at the very least they'll be similar to Oreo. And while we do know exactly what's coming thanks to Google's Pixel Android P beta, big updates for millions like the Galaxy S9 P release are a complete mystery.

There are a few ways to get familiar with Android Pie ahead of time though. You can get a feel for the Android 9.0 update in our 8.0 vs 9.0 walkthrough.  It compares all the big changes to an older version of Android to help you visualize all the changes. We also detail new features in that post.