Google is pushing development of Android 17: the second beta follows just two weeks after the first.

Why this is important: For Android gamers, these changes mean your phone or tablet might finally behave more like a proper gaming machine, with your controller in hand, and no touch-only compromises.

Android 17 could finally overhaul Quick Settings after years of the same cluttered pull-down design. Regular Pixel phones may get this as an option, letting users choose between the classic combined ...

Android 17 is officially available for Pixel 6 and newer devices, including Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet. Expected eligible phones include Samsung Galaxy S23 and newer, OnePlus 11 and newer, Xiaomi 13 ...

Beta 1 now available for download, enforces adaptive design for large screens, delivers professional camera and media tools, and brings major performance optimizations including lock-free MessageQueue ...

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 ...

The Android 17 beta update is now available for supported Pixel smartphones and tablets, marking an earlier-than-usual preview cycle for Google’s next mobile operating system. After facing delays with ...