We’re excited to share that the iodéOS v6 upgrade is now available for select Sony devices and the Samsung Galaxy Series 10. While several iodé-supported models have already been running version 6, this latest rollout expands access to even more devices, bringing them in line with our latest Android 15-based release.
This update delivers the newest privacy-focused Android foundation, system-wide improvements, and important fixes included in the May 2025 security patch.
What’s New in This iodéOS v6 Release?
- Android 15 (LineageOS 22) Foundation:
Devices receiving the v6 update benefit from enhanced performance, improved privacy protections, and expanded customization options. - May 2025 Security Patch:
Includes the latest Android security updates to safeguard against current vulnerabilities. - Audio Bug Fix for Certain Samsung Devices:
Resolved a specific issue affecting audio functionality on some Samsung models.
Want iodéOS v6 Without the Hassle?
You can skip the manual installation process and get a device with iodéOS v6 preinstalled directly from our shop:
🛒 shop.iode.tech
Choose from a selection new and refurbished devices, privacy-enhanced and ready to go out of the box.
Upgrading to iodéOS v6
For New Users or Clean Installations
If you’re installing iodéOS for the first time or performing a clean install, you can head over to our official installer:
🔗 https://iode.tech/installation
From there, you can select your device and follow the guided process to install iodéOS v6.
Note that our installer currently doesn’t work for all phone models. In this case, it’s important to point out that it works for Sony but not for Samsung.
For Existing Users on Older iodéOS Versions
We are working on offering a seamless in-place upgrade to iodéOS v6 via our installer. However, for now, upgrading from older versions of iodéOS requires a full reinstall, including:
- Flashing a new recovery (using Heimdall for Linux/macOS or Odin for Windows).
- Performing a factory reset.
- Sideloading the iodéOS v6 build via ADB tools in recovery mode.
⚠️ Important: This process will erase all your data. Be sure to back up anything important before proceeding.
Step-by-Step Upgrade Tutorial (Manual Method)
- Download iodéOS v6 for your device from the official download page.
- Flash the recovery image:
- Windows: Use Odin.
- Linux/macOS: Use Heimdall.
- Boot into recovery mode and factory reset your device.
- On your PC, use ADB to sideload the
iodeOS-v6.zipfile:adb sideload iodeOS-v6-device.zip - Once the process completes, reboot your device and enjoy iodéOS v6.
We’re thrilled to bring this update to more users and devices and are working hard to streamline the upgrade path in the near future. As always, feel free to reach out on our community channels or via our website for any assistance.
Your team at iodé
