Google has announced that Chrome version 138 will be the final release to support Android 8 (Oreo) and Android 9 (Pie), operating systems that debuted more than five years ago. While the browser will still function on these older versions, it will no longer receive any future updates or security patches.
When will Chrome stop working for some Android phones?
Starting August 5, 2025, Google Chrome will stop updating on devices running Android 8.0 (Oreo) and Android 9.0 (Pie), marking the end of official support for these older operating systems. Chrome version 138 will be the last release compatible with these versions, while Chrome 139 and beyond will require Android 10.0 or newer.
According to Google, users on Oreo and Pie will still be able to use older versions of Chrome, but they won’t receive any future updates—leaving them without critical security patches or new features. Google has advised affected users to upgrade their devices to at least Android 10 to maintain access to the latest browser enhancements and protections.
The move comes as part of Google’s broader effort to streamline support and optimise Chrome for more recent Android versions. Oreo and Pie were first released in 2017 and 2018 respectively, meaning they’re now well past their prime in the Android lifecycle.
While many devices launched in that era are no longer in wide use, a significant number—especially entry-level or budget models—remain active in parts of Asia, Africa, and Latin America. For those users, this change could result in degraded browsing experiences over time.
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