Android 16
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Google should look to Microsoft if the Pixel Laptop comes to fruition
By Andrew Myrick published
Beyond the Alphabet There's a good chance the Pixel Laptop is nothing more than a prototype of a prototype. But if it's actually something in Google's pipeline, here's what I think it should look like.

Pixel 9 tests a 'screen-off' toggle for fingerprint scanning in Android 16
By Nickolas Diaz published
Unlocking made easier Android 16's latest Developer Preview offered a new fingerprint unlock method for Pixels.

Android 16 Developer Preview 2 is here with battery life and performance upgrades
By Jay Bonggolto published
Early look Android 16 is dropping early, and you can already check out some cool new features.

When will my phone get Android 16?
By Harish Jonnalagadda published
The wait begins Android 16 is coming sooner than ever, with a stable build slated for Q2 2025.

News Weekly: Android 16 preview, Google may have to sell Chrome, OPPO Find X8 launch, and more
By Derrek Lee published
News Weekly The first Android 16 developer preview has landed, the DOJ wants Google to sell Chrome, OPPO launched the Find X8 series, and more.

Android 16 could go 'even dimmer' in a more convenient way for users
By Nickolas Diaz published
Changes for Convenience Google was spotted reworking its "Extra Dim" feature in Android 16 Developer Preview 1.

Google's Android 16 release schedule shakeup is all about helping its competitors
By Brady Snyder published
Even playing field It'll be easier for Android's partner OEMs to ship timely updates and line up releases with new products.

You have no reason to install the Android 16 preview
By Jerry Hildenbrand published
Nothing to see here Developer previews are meant for developers. Let someone else break their phone.
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