LineageOS support finally comes to Pixel 10 and 10a lineup

After a long wait, LineageOS is now officially available for the full range of Pixel 10 devices, including the more budget-friendly Pixel 10a. Over a year after its launch, Pixel 10 owners can finally install LineageOS on their smartphones. However, the delay in releasing the ROMs is likely due to factors beyond the control of the Lineage team.

Google has made it more challenging for ROM projects in recent years by withholding device trees and driver binaries, which coincided with the release of Android 16. This, coupled with delayed public kernel downloads for Pixel devices, has likely slowed down the development process for the last generation of hardware. Fortunately, the wait is over as builds are now available for download on the same day LineageOS 24 was announced.

The latest version, Android 17, comes with various Material 3 Expressive enhancements to the default app suite and a brand new "Canvas" image editor. Security patches are also included up to October 2026, ensuring optimal protection for users who prefer an AI-free experience with Lineage on their Pixel 10 devices. It's important to note that builds for the Pixel 10 Pro XL, 10 Pro Fold, and Pixel 10a are still pending; only nightly Pixel 10 and 10 Pro builds are currently available. For more news, check out 9to5Google on YouTube.