Android 17 Beta 1 is coming soon with major updates for adaptive apps, performance, and media (Updated)

Google has started rolling out the Android 17 Beta 1 update to eligible Pixel devices, with big changes for adaptive apps, media, and more.

Android 17 Beta 1 is around the corner, will skip the traditional Developer Preview stage

Android 17 Beta 1 is officially on the way, and Google is changing up its usual release playbook in the process.
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How To Get Access To The Android Auto Beta Program

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Pixel users can finally try Android 17 Beta

Google launches Android 17 Beta 1 for Pixel with adaptive apps, performance boosts and new APIs ahead of final release.