Google has released the Android 16 QPR1 beta 1 update for eligible Google Pixel users. Unlike the early preview of the major Android updates and the beta versions, the quarterly platform release builds are said to be stable and ready for everyday use. This update includes content 3 expressive design language elements, which were unveiled earlier this month. It comes with visual refreshments for information, quick settings, lock screen, as well as launcher. In particular, the stable version of Android 16 will begin to roll for global users in June.
Android 16 release: Everything you can expect
Android 16 QPR1 beta 1 update has been released. It is currently available for Google Pixel 6, 6A, 6 Pro, 7, 7A, 7 Pro, Folds, Tablet, 8, 8A, 8 Pro, 9, 9A, 9 A, 9 Pro, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL and 9 Pro. The update material brings 3 expressive interfaces, which introduce some design changes to notifications, quick settings, lock screen and launcher. The stable version of Android 16 will roll out for global users in June.
People have highlighted 9to5google Change that Android 16 QPR1 beta 1 Brings updates. To begin, quick settings have tiles and a background blot. Since Android 12 update, we have seen a fully expanded QS with eight large tiles arranged in 2 × 4 format. The size and placement of tiles can now be customized.
With Android 16 QPR1 beta 1 update, a refreshing rectangular shine with a noticeable handle bar is called the slider. QS tiles with the main icon appear in a circle when they are not able to be able to. Once capable, they are seen in round rectangles or squares.
Resizable Qs tiles in the new Android 16 QPR1 beta 1 update can now half only half of the icon and no text label. Users can change the shape of tiles by tapping on them and pulling the slider to adjust to the desired size.
QS tiles have also been combined with connectivity, utilities, displays, privacy, accessibility, system apps, and with the application you have installed, with the latest Android 16 QPR1 beta 1 update. You also get a reset button at the bottom of the QS panel. On the other hand, the updated notification shade has a blurred background and pill -shaped buttons for history, all clear, and alert preferences.
Android 16 QPR1 beta 1 update has refreshed The design of the recipes menu also. Update design is said to be useful for users with Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and other large devices. The Recents menu now appears in a uniform grid format rather than its unequal appearance in Android 15 versions. The Recents menu also appears with a pill -shaped button on top of the app for options, changing the old floating icon, making it easier to see and use.
moreover, Android 16 QPR1 Beta 1 Build New homescreen grid shape and a re -designed lockscreen. For the latter, “at a glance” information now appears under the big clock, and when the clock is in the corner, the date, day, and temperature shifts to the right.
With Android 16 QPR1 beta 1 update, the app list appears on a sheet instead of displaying full screen. Audio sharing options also get an updated volume slider and volume adjustment panel with a design rivamp. Settings app, app information, as well as the design of wallpaper and style section is refreshed according to the publication.
