Google Pixel updates beat Samsung in speed

Google Pixel phones are outpacing Samsung Galaxy devices in receiving Android updates, potentially harming Samsung's reputation and the overall Android ecosystem. This faster update cycle gives Pixel users quicker access to crucial security patches and new features. Samsung's One UI 7 update, based on Android 15, faced delays, and the rollout of One UI 8, based on Android 16, is expected to be slow, with only recent flagship devices receiving it quickly. Google, meanwhile, updated a record number of Pixel devices this week. This update disparity highlights a key advantage for Google, which controls both Pixel hardware and software, allowing for more efficient updates compared to Samsung's fragmented Android experience. This could impact consumer perception of Android security.