In summary:
- Tech Advisor reports that Google extended the Pixel Tablet’s software support from three to five years, now lasting until June 2028 with potential Android 18 updates.
- This extension provides reassurance for current owners but may signal delays for new models, with rumors suggesting the Pixel Tablet 2 was canceled.
- While positive for existing users, the extended support could indicate Google isn’t rushing a replacement, potentially leaving tablet buyers waiting longer.
If you own a Google Pixel Tablet, then there’s good news. The firm just quietly extended its lifespan with a longer software update promise.
The Android slate cum smart display remains Google’s only tablet and it was due to get its last major OS software update in 2026. However, Google has updated its policy from three years to five.
Pixel Tablet owners will now get full support (not just security updates) until June 2028, possibly taking the device to Android 18.
The confirmation can be seen on the Google support page for the device, where it says, “This includes 5 years of OS and security updates, and may also include new and upgraded features with Pixel Drops.”
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However, it doesn’t match the UK support page, where it still states the guaranteed Android version updates only last until June 2026. It’s possible the page just hasn’t been updated yet.
The bad news?
Assuming Google doesn’t just limit this extension to US users, there’s a possible negative side to this.
It could mean that a new model is still way off from launching. This would tally with rumours from the last couple of years, which suggest Google cancelled the Pixel Tablet 2 but could be working on a Pixel Tablet 3.
We’d love to see a new tablet from the firm as the original, despite some issues, has a certain charm and offers a unique proposition in the tablet market with its speaker docking station.
While we keep our fingers crossed, it’s at least some good news for Pixel Tablet fans.
Author: Chris Martin, Managing Editor, Tech Advisor
Tech Advisor Managing Editor Chris got his break as a reporter at infamous site The Inquirer and has been with us for more than 12 years. With a BA degree in Music Technology, audio is his specialism, but over the years he has reviewed all kinds of gadgets, from smartwatches to mesh Wi-Fi to coffee machines.