Android O is already available as official and developer preview. So, if you’re lucky enough to have one of the latest Google phones in your hand, you can install it right now on your Nexus 5X or 6P, Pixel C, or Google Pixel or Pixel XL. You will then be able to enjoy all the new products in preview.
How to install Android O on your Google Nexus or Pixel device
Prerequisites
- You have installed ADB and Fastboot tools on your PC using our tutorial
- Have Downloaded the preview of Android O Once the corresponding Archive for your device has been downloaded on Google servers, open it directly on your PC.
- Enable Android developer options and USB debugging on your smartphone or tablet
Installing Android O Developer Preview
- On your PC go to: C:\Program Files (x86)\Android\android-sdk\ and copy all the files from the uncompressed archive to the folder platform tools
- Turn off your Android device and press “Power” and “Volume +” simultaneously for 10 seconds to enter bootloader mode
- Connect your mobile device to your PC using a USB cable
- If you’re using Windows, hold down the “Shift” key, then right-click on any empty space in the platform-tools folder and “Open a command window here”. If you are on Mac or Linux, open a terminal and then change directories to your platform-tools folder
- Type the following command and click Enter:
fastboot devices
- A series of letters and numbers will then be displayed. You can take the next step by unlocking your bootloader using the following command:
fastboot flashing unlock
- Double click the file flash-all.bat After copying it to your platform tools folder, Android O installation will start on your device.
- When the installation is complete, the “Completed” status will appear in your prompt and your smartphone will reboot. You can then safely disconnect it.