Android 17 Beta 1 is here with major updates for adaptive apps, performance, and media (Updated)

Google has started rolling out the Android 17 Beta 1 update to eligible Pixel devices, with big changes for adaptive apps, media, and more.
Droid Life

Here’s Why There is No Android 17 Developer Preview

You may be wondering why Android 17 Beta is already here without several Android 17 Developer Preview builds before it? The ...

Your Pixel is getting Android 17 again

Google has restarted the Android 17 beta rollout for Pixel phones, bringing early access to new system improvements and developer tools after a brief pause.

PSA: Don't wait for Android 17 Developer Previews

Google has replaced Android Developer Previews with the Canary program, so don't hold out for Android 17 Developer Previews. Read on!
Hackaday

Google Will Require Developer Verification Even For Sideloading

Do you like writing software for Android, perhaps even sideload the occasional APK onto your Android device? In that case some big changes are heading your way, with Google announcing that they ...
Android Police

Android 16 Developer Preview 2 is here: Everything you need to know

The best source for Android OS news. Co-host on the Android Faithful podcast. Show me the facts Explain it like I’m 5 Give me a lighthearted recap Ahead of the holidays, Google is pushing out ...