If you thought Android's blurry backgrounds and translucent panels were here to stay—well, hang on to your retinas: Android 17 is doubling down on these ...

We sat down with Google's Sameer Samat to talk about Android's next transitional moment, sideloading, and his favorite devices right now.

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Update, February 13, 2026 (02:39 PM ET): We’re a couple days behind schedule now, but Google has finally confirmed the arrival of Android 17 Beta 1. Update, February 11, 2026 (02:20 PM ET): While ...

Google’s upcoming Android 17 will be announced at Google I/O 2026 and is expected to roll out for Pixel devices in June 2026. Android 17 brings several new changes, including a new Material 3 ...

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