Android 17 Beta 2: New privacy controls and game performance tweaks

Android 17 Beta 2 adds EyeDropper APIs, a 3-hour OTP security delay, and system-wide chat bubbles. Test SDK 37 before the ...

Google Ships Android 17 Beta 2

Tied no doubt to today's AppFunctions announcement, Google has also delivered Android 17 Beta 2 to developers.
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Android Q introduces several new APIs

The first preview of Android Q is here, alongside all sorts of developer-speak regarding the new code underneath. Beta 1 of Android Q is available starting today for early adopters and developers, ...

Android 17 Beta 2 update brings floating UI Bubbles, EyeDropper API, and more

Android 17 Beta 2 introduces Bubbles, a floating window interface for phones, tablets, and foldable devices. Users can create a bubble by long-pressing an app icon. On larger screens, a bubble bar in ...

Google releases the first beta of Android 17, adopts a continous developer release plan

Google is changing how developers get access to new APIs and features of the latest version.
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This Android API can block you from sideloading apps

One of the key features of Android is the freedom to install apps from any source. You can do so via the Play Store, alternative app stores, or APK files. However ...

Android's Advanced Protection Mode now targets your favorite customization, automation apps

Google's Advanced Protection Mode may soon restrict apps using accessibility APIs to enhance security for high-risk Android ...