Android 16 QPR2 Beta 1 rolling out for Pixel

Google’s next big Android update can force dark mode and icon themes

Android 16 will let users force dark mode onto apps that don’t support it natively. Google has started rolling out its latest batch of Android 16 features to beta testers, including expanded support for dark mode and themed app icons. The QPR2 beta 1 was announced yesterday alongside Google launching the Pixel 10 series, and is expected to get a full public release sometime in December, according to Google’s release timeline. The beta includes …

Android 16 QPR2 Beta 1 rolling out for Pixel

Ahead of the QPR1’s big Material 3 Expressive redesign going stable, Google is starting the Android 16 QPR2 Beta today for Pixel devices.

Android 16 QPR2 Is Finally Fixing This PIN-Protection Security Hole

Maybe you’ve worried about the possibility of losing your phone to a thief who’s been watching you over your shoulder. Well, a new update from Google should give you some peace of mind. With the latest Android 16 QPR2 Beta 1, the company is stepping up its anti-theft game in a better way by expanding the capabilities of Identity Check, a key security feature that can better protect your most sensitive apps. Identity Check has been around for a w…

Android 16 QPR2 Beta 1 has a really cool feature for dark theme fans

Google has released Android 16 QPR2 Beta 1 for eligible Pixel devices with a stable launch slated for the fourth quarter. If you're a dark theme fan, you'll want to know what's in this update. Read more...