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Google rolls out Android 16 to Pixels with live lock screen notifications, and a broader update to add more AI to Google Photos, custom group chats, and more

The big Android update features new ways to organize your notifications and quickly enhance your phone's security.

CNET Nelson Aguilar

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  • @campuscodi@mastodon.social Catalin Cimpanu on mastodon
    Google launching Android 16 on the second day of WWDC has peak screw you energy  —  https://blog.google/...
  • @backlon Dieter Bohn on x
    And of course, feature drops! In addition to Android's feature drop, Pixel has one too with Pixel VIPs for your besties, expanded Satellite SOS availability, and Expressive Captions that convey emotions, and more: https://blog.google/...
  • @rnr_0 Romano on x
    iPhone users complain about too much change I just installed android 16 on my pixel 9, hoped for big change > Nothing ever changes here
  • @android @android on x
    ✨New updates.✨ Find out what's coming in Android 16. Learn more: https://blog.google/...
  • @mishaalrahman Mishaal Rahman on x
    🕵️Android 16 wants to make your next phone trade-in process a lot faster The Android 16 release adds a trade-in mode that makes it easier for phone technicians to run device diagnostics Here's how it works👇 https://www.androidauthority.com/ ...
  • @android @android on x
    Android's newest feature updates are designed to be made your own - the ideal ingredients for a device that's uniquely you 🤌✨ Discover the latest here: https://blog.google/... [video]
  • @mishaalrahman Mishaal Rahman on x
    🗄️The latest Android 16 QPR1 beta finally organizes Android's messy sound settings Instead of having everything in one giant list, Android 16 QPR1 organizes sound settings by category Here's a side-by-side comparison👇 https://www.androidauthority.com/ ...
  • @mishaalrahman Mishaal Rahman on x
    📱The Android 16 update rolling out today doesn't bring the Material 3 Expressive UI redesign or Desktop Mode But a source told me when Google plans to roll out Android 16 QPR1 with Material 3 Expressive redesign and Desktop Mode. More details👇 https://www.androidauthority.com/ ..…
  • @jspring86az Jeff Springer on x
    Android 16 went official today...but Samsung's had the source code for quite awhile. One UI 8 will release in stable at Unpacked in July!
  • @seangchau Seang Chau on x
    Really excited to share all the sweet features rolling out today in @Android 16 - particularly Advanced Protection, Google's highest level of mobile device security. Check out my blog post for more: https://blog.google/...
  • @mishaalrahman Mishaal Rahman on x
    📱June 2025 Pixel Feature Drop is here, and here's everything new it's bringing to your Pixel Highlights of the update include the Pixel VIP widget, custom Gboard stickers via Pixel Studio, and of course, the Android 16 platform update. https://www.androidauthority.com/ ...
  • @parkerortolani Parker Ortolani on x
    between this and iPadOS 26 is it the year of the tablets again?
  • @androiddev @androiddev on x
    Missed #GoogleIO '25? Get the top 3 updates for building excellent adaptive Android apps that reach 500M+ devices.→ https://android-developers.googleblog.c om/ ... Read the blog to learn how to: 1️⃣ Build adaptive UIs using the latest updates in Jetpack Compose, Navigation 3 and …
  • @google @google on x
    🧵Android 16 launches today on Pixel devices, and will be rolling out to other phone brands later this year. Here's some of what's new: 🔔 Streamlined and up-to-date notifications for ride-share and food delivery apps 🦻 Enhanced hearing aid compatibility 💪 Stronger security in
  • @mishaalrahman Mishaal Rahman on x
    🖥️With Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2 now rolling out, you may be wondering how to enable the new Desktop Mode. This article covers everything you need to know, including what setting to toggle and what devices are supported👇 https://www.androidauthority.com/ ...
  • @flawedworlddev @flawedworlddev on x
    Google has publicly released AOSP 16 today. Android 16 porting work is now starting immediately. We will be working around the clock until you get an OTA on your device with Android 16. If you appreciate our work: https://grapheneos.org/donate
  • @metr0pl3x @metr0pl3x on x
    The GrapheneOS dev team are in the boiler room and stoking the fires for full ahead porting to Android 16. Please as mentioned feel free to help fund the fuel for this titanic test and formidable feat for you below...
  • @androiddev @androiddev on x
    Android 16 has landed.🛬 Experience smoother apps and powerful new features: 🔹Minor SDK releases 🔹Edge-to-edge for apps targeting API 36 🔹Enhanced camera & media capabilities 🔹Better performance & battery life 🔹Seamless large-screen app resizing for apps targeting API 36 [image]
  • @mishaalrahman Mishaal Rahman on x
    Google has announced that Android 16 QPR1 Beta 2 is now available! QPR1 Beta 2 brings the enhanced desktop windowing on connected display feature. The build ID is BP31.250523.006, and it includes the following fixes: * Auto dark theme is not working * Now playing is [image]
  • @mishaalrahman Mishaal Rahman on x
    📱Android 16 is actually a big update, and I don't want to hear otherwise Android 16 certainly won't impress you with its design, but its many impactful changes are worth getting excited for Here's my FULL REVIEW of Android 16👇 https://www.androidauthority.com/ ...
  • @ssamat Sameer Samat on x
    Android 16 is rolling out to Pixel devices today! It's packed with updates that make your device more accessible, secure and easier to use. Can't wait to hear everyone's feedback as you explore what's new: https://blog.google/...
  • @backlon Dieter Bohn on x
    Android 16 is here!  There is a TON of stuff coming to @android: Advanced Protection, streamlined notifications, a new image editor, fun new emoji kitchen combos, faster transit payments on watch, and much more.  And my personal favorite: Desktop Windowing coming to tablets AND d…
  • r/GooglePixel r on reddit
    Android 16 QPR1's Desktop Mode transforms your Pixel phone into a PC, and here's how you can try it today
  • r/Android r on reddit
    Here's when Android 16's Material 3 Expressive redesign and Desktop Mode will roll out
  • r/Android r on reddit
    Android 16: Productivity, security and more features on Android
  • r/Android r on reddit
    Android 16 Review: There's a whole lot to get excited about here for such a ‘boring’ release