Android 17 QPR2 Beta 5
Quarterly Platform ReleaseSeptember 15, 2026
Android 17 QPR2 Beta 5
Google released Android 17 QPR2 Beta 5 for Pixel phones in the Android Beta Program, focused on stability fixes, with the August 5, 2026 security patch.
Builds
- CP41.260828.005.A6 for the Pixel 6a, Pixel 7 series, Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet.
- CP41.260828.004.A8 for other supported Pixel devices.
Fixes
- Unexpected reboots during continuous scrolling in media-heavy apps.
- An unresponsive touchscreen after opening Google Wallet with the power-button shortcut.
- Camera crashes while processing panorama images.
- Bluetooth audio noise or distortion after phone calls.
Availability
- Available through the Android Beta Program for the Pixel 6a through the Pixel 11 series.
Android 17 QPR1
Quarterly Platform ReleaseSeptember 15, 2026
Android 17 QPR1
Android 17 QPR1 reached stable Pixel devices with the September 2026 Pixel Feature Drop, after an extended beta period.
Highlights
- More blur effects across the system UI.
- A refreshed Power menu.
- A Material 3 carousel for the media player.
- Fixes for crashes, mobile connectivity, notifications, gaming performance and Bluetooth.
Availability
- Rolling out to the Pixel 6 series through the Pixel 11 lineup.
- Testers on the QPR1 beta can leave the Android Beta Program to take the stable build without wiping data.
Android 17 QPR2 Beta 4
Quarterly Platform ReleaseAugust 28, 2026
Android 17 QPR2 Beta 4
Google released Android 17 QPR2 Beta 4 for supported Pixel devices with the August 2026 security patch and the latest QPR2 fixes.
Builds
- CP41.260814.003.A2 for Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, and Pixel 6a.
- CP41.260814.003.B1 for other supported Pixel devices.
Availability
- Available through the Android Beta Program for eligible Pixel devices.
Android 17 QPR1 Beta 9
Quarterly Platform ReleaseAugust 17, 2026
Android 17 QPR1 Beta 9
Android 17 QPR1 Beta 9 is the latest QPR1 test build, carrying build CP31.260623.012 for supported Pixel devices.
Build
- Build CP31.260623.012.
- Includes the latest stability and bug fixes for the QPR1 branch.
Android 17 QPR2 Beta 3
Quarterly Platform ReleaseAugust 14, 2026
Android 17 QPR2 Beta 3
Google released Android 17 QPR2 Beta 3 with separate builds for the Pixel 6 family and newer supported Pixel devices.
Builds
- CP41.260731.005.A2 for Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, and Pixel 6a.
- CP41.260731.005.B1 for other supported Pixel devices.
Android 17 QPR2 Beta 2
Quarterly Platform ReleaseAugust 3, 2026
Android 17 QPR2 Beta 2
Android 17 QPR2 Beta 2 continued Google's QPR2 testing with build CP41.260717.006.
Build
- Build CP41.260717.006.
- Includes QPR2 platform fixes and refinements.
Android 17 QPR1 Beta 8
Quarterly Platform ReleaseJuly 31, 2026
Android 17 QPR1 Beta 8
Android 17 QPR1 Beta 8 arrived with build CP31.260623.010 and additional fixes for the QPR1 branch.
Build
- Build CP31.260623.010.
Android 17 QPR2 Beta 1
Quarterly Platform ReleaseJuly 20, 2026
Android 17 QPR2 Beta 1
Google opened the Android 17 QPR2 cycle with Beta 1 for supported Pixel devices.
Build
- Build CP41.260701.005.
Android 17 QPR1 Beta 7
Quarterly Platform ReleaseJuly 15, 2026
Android 17 QPR1 Beta 7
Android 17 QPR1 Beta 7 followed Platform Stability with build CP31.260623.005.
Build
- Build CP31.260623.005.
Android 17 QPR1 Beta 6
Platform StabilityJuly 1, 2026
Android 17 QPR1 Beta 6
Google rolled out Android 17 QPR1 Beta 6 to Pixel phones on July 1, 2026, reaching Platform Stability. That means the QPR1 APIs and app-facing behaviors are now locked, so developers can finalize compatibility ahead of the stable QPR1 release expected around September. This build is mostly polish and bug fixes on top of the Q3 feature work.
What's new
- Cleaner home screen long-press menu: the divider lines are gone and the wallpaper label moves up to the top.
- Health Connect adds two new metrics, distance and calories, feeding straight into the rebranded Google Health app.
Bug fixes
- Fixes an issue where you could not select multiple spell-checker languages.
- Fixes the volume buttons not triggering the expected controls inside the Clock app.
- Fixes the Wi-Fi hotspot showing a generic default network name instead of your saved custom SSID.
Availability
- Available through the Android Beta Program for Pixel 6 through the Pixel 10 series, including the Pixel 10a.
- Platform Stability reached; stable QPR1 public launch expected around September 2026.
Stable Release
Android 17June 16, 2026
Stable Release
Android 17 stable began rolling out to Pixel devices on June 16, 2026, alongside the June 2026 Pixel Drop. It ships the features previewed at The Android Show plus the Android 16 QPR design changes, and lays the groundwork for Gemini Intelligence. The most advanced AI features are held back for newer, higher-end hardware.
Headline features
- Floating app bubbles: any app can now open in a moveable, resizable bubble that floats over whatever you are doing.
- Screen Reactions: record your screen and selfie camera at the same time, overlaying your face on the recording for reaction and creator clips.
- Material 3 Expressive rolls out platform-wide, pulling in the Android 16 QPR visual changes and new Live Updates.
- Foldable gaming upgrades plus improved large-screen and desktop windowing.
Gemini Intelligence
- A more proactive AI layer that understands on-screen context and can fill complex forms, summarize, browse, dictate, and act across apps.
- Create My Widget: build custom home screen widgets by describing what you want in plain language.
- The most ambitious AI features are limited to newer, higher-end hardware such as the Pixel 10 series.
Security and privacy
- Stronger theft and stolen-device protections, including remotely enabling biometric lock when you mark a phone as lost in Find Hub.
- Expanded privacy controls and real-time malware behavior scanning.
- Tighter limits on repeated PIN or password attempts.
Eligible Pixel devices
- Rolling out to Pixel 6 and later: Pixel 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 series, plus Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet.
Rollout
- Stable live June 16, 2026 on Pixel, with the June 2026 Pixel Drop.
- Manufacturer rollouts (Samsung One UI, Nothing OS, and others) follow in Q3 and Q4 2026.
June 2026 Android Feature Drop
June Feature DropJune 2, 2026
June 2026 Android Feature Drop
Google's June 2026 Android Feature Drop landed two weeks before Android 17 stable, bringing the Quick Share AirDrop expansion, AI features in Play Books, Personal Safety updates, Google Photos Wardrobe, Circle to Search outfit detection, and an Emoji Kitchen refresh. Google also teased that more Android 17 features were coming soon.
Quick Share and AirDrop expansion
- Quick Share AirDrop interoperability expanded to the Samsung Galaxy S25 series, OnePlus 15, Xiaomi 17T Pro, Vivo X300 and X300 Pro, and HONOR Magic V6.
- Continues Google's cross-platform push to make Android-to-iPhone file sharing seamless via Quick Share.
AI in Play Books
- New 'Book insights' powered by Gemini: tap the spark icon to summarize chapters with a 'Catch me up' prompt.
- Highlight any passage to ask follow-up questions and dive deeper into themes, context, or characters.
- Launches with select English-language titles.
Personal Safety
- Personal Safety app expanded to children under 13, with medical information display, emergency contact management, and Car Crash Detection.
Photos and shopping
- Google Photos Wardrobe rolls out to Android 10 and later in the US, India, and Brazil to organize your clothing and power virtual try-on.
- Circle to Search adds 'Find the look' on Android 14 and later so you can discover complete outfits from any image.
Other updates
- Emoji Kitchen gains new combination options for richer emoji stickers.
- Google teased 'even more exciting updates coming soon in Android 17' ahead of the June 16, 2026 stable rollout.
Android Show 2026 Preview
Android Show 2026May 12, 2026
Android Show 2026 Preview
At The Android Show on May 12, 2026, Google confirmed Android 17 stable is on track for a June 2026 release and revealed a large set of new user-facing features. The announcements covered AI tools powered by Gemini, digital wellbeing upgrades, creator tools, expanded sharing options, and a major set of new security protections.
Emoji and visual changes
- Android's 4,000+ emoji are getting a new 3D-style redesign with more depth and detail. Pixel phones will get them first later this year.
Digital wellbeing
- Pause Point: users can mark specific apps as distracting. Android will show a 10-second pause timer before opening those apps.
- App usage timer: alongside Pause Point, users can set a session time limit for how long they want to use a distracting app before it stops.
Camera and creator tools
- Screen Reactions: users can now record the screen and their selfie camera at the same time, making it easy to film reaction videos or quick creator content.
Sharing and cross-platform
- Quick Share and AirDrop compatibility is expanding to more Android phones, including brands like Xiaomi, Honor, and OnePlus.
- Quick Share QR code: Android users can generate a QR code so iPhone users can receive files directly into their iCloud storage.
- Easier iPhone to Android switching is coming this year, starting with Pixel and Galaxy phones, with wireless transfer support.
AI and Gemini features
- Rambler: a new Gemini-powered dictation tool that removes filler words, corrects mistakes, and cleans up your spoken input automatically.
- Multilingual dictation: Rambler can understand mixed-language speech and produce a clean final message.
- AI-generated widgets: users can create custom home screen widgets by describing what they want in plain language.
- Create My Widget: users can ask Android to build widgets for things like meal plans, weather, shows, trips, and other daily needs.
- Gemini automation: Gemini will be able to complete multi-step tasks across apps, like helping with grocery lists or travel planning.
- Chrome on Android is getting new AI features in late June 2026.
- Gemini in Autofill: Gemini will help users fill out forms faster by suggesting relevant answers in Autofill.
Security and safety
- Scam call protection: new features to help users identify and avoid spoofed bank calls.
- Malware detection: Android will scan app behavior in real time for suspicious activity like SMS forwarding or unexpected background launches.
- APK download safety: Chrome Safe Browsing will now scan APK files for known malware before installation.
- Stolen phone protection: users can remotely enable biometric lock when they mark their phone as lost in Find Hub.
- PIN protection: Android will limit repeated PIN or password attempts and increase the wait time between failed tries.
Release timeline
- Stable release confirmed for June 2026, rolling out first to Pixel devices.
- QPR1 (quarterly patch) expected in September 2026.
- Manufacturer rollouts (Samsung One UI, Nothing OS, etc.) expected to follow in Q3 and Q4 2026.
QPR 1 Beta 2
Android 17 QPR 1 Beta 2May 6, 2026
QPR 1 Beta 2
Android 17 QPR1 Beta 2 is a stability-focused release with 9 documented bug fixes. No new features were introduced. The focus was on resolving regressions found in QPR1 Beta 1, including a Terminal app failure, lock screen layout overlap, and file system data corruption.
Bug fixes
- [Fixed] Terminal app failing to launch with an unresolvable error / infinite loading loop.
- [Fixed] Lock screen date and weather info overlapping the fingerprint sensor area on some devices.
- [Fixed] Conference call disconnecting when ending a third active call.
- [Fixed] Mobile signal bar not displaying correctly in the status bar.
- [Fixed] Custom app icons being incorrectly enlarged on the home screen.
- [Fixed] F2FS file system data corruption bug that could affect device storage reliability.
- [Fixed] Visual instability and glitches when moving apps in the Recent Items screen.
- [Fixed] Navigation bar swipe gestures for switching recent apps not functioning.
- [Fixed] Bluetooth tethering toggle resetting to off after device restart.
Minor UI changes
- Privacy Dashboard renames 'Agent activity' to 'AI assistant activity'.
- Quick Settings gets a refreshed edit icon.
- Notification dots get a white ring accent.
QPR 1 Beta 1
Android 17 QPR 1 Beta 1April 22, 2026
QPR 1 Beta 1
Android 17 QPR 1 Beta 1 brings several important bug fixes, including resolutions for printing crashes, Terminal app freezes, and audio-related issues like voice call distortion and direct audio output problems.
Bug fixes
- [Fixed] Printing crash during low ink conditions. Some users could not finish print jobs because the Default Print Service crashed.
- [Fixed] Terminal app freeze issue. The Terminal app could hit an ANR error and make both the app and the device feel unresponsive.
- [Fixed] Voice call audio distortion. Google fixed an issue where hardware audio processing could cause distortion and phase problems in VoIP apps.
- [Fixed] Direct audio output problem on some devices. On devices using the AIDL audio HAL, direct audio output could fail when playing audio streams longer than five seconds.
Beta 1
Android 17 Developer PreviewFebruary 13, 2026
Beta 1
The first Android 17 beta focused on core platform changes. Google introduced significant improvements to large-screen app support, animation performance, camera flexibility, and privacy hardening. This release laid the groundwork for the new features that followed in later betas.
User interface and app behavior
- Android 17 now forces better large-screen support. Apps on tablets and other big screens can no longer lock themselves to one size or one orientation in most cases.
- Some keyboard, navigation, touchscreen, and UI changes will no longer restart apps by default. This should make the experience smoother.
Performance
- Android 17 now uses a better MessageQueue system to help reduce frame drops and make animations smoother.
- Memory handling has improved with generational garbage collection. This should help apps feel more stable and responsive.
- Google added new profiling triggers like cold start, out of memory, and excessive CPU usage.
- Custom notifications now have stricter size limits to reduce memory usage.
Camera and media
- Apps can now switch camera use cases like photo to video without fully closing the camera session.
- Video recording now supports constant quality mode for better control over video encoding.
- Background audio actions now silently fail if the app is not in the right lifecycle state.
- Android 17 adds support for VVC or H.266 video.
Privacy and security
- Cleartext traffic support is being phased out. Apps will need to move to safer network security methods.
- HPKE hybrid encryption support has been added.
Connectivity
- Companion Device Manager now supports more device types like medical devices and fitness trackers.
- Nearby permissions can now appear in one combined dialog during device association.
Beta 2
Android 17 Feature DropFebruary 26, 2026
Beta 2
Android 17 Beta 2 added several user-facing features including bubble improvements, a new color picker API, cross-device handoff capabilities, and a new local network permission. This update also included the first batch of bug fixes for issues carried over from Android 16.
User experience and system UI
- You can now long-press any launcher icon and turn that app into a bubble.
- Large-screen devices now get a bubble bar in the taskbar for better bubble management.
- A new EyeDropper API lets apps pick colors from anywhere on the screen without screen capture permission.
- Android now has a safer contact picker that gives temporary access to selected contact details only.
- Captured touchpads now act more like a mouse by default.
- Apps can better detect where the share sheet finally sits on screen for improved layout handling.
Connectivity and cross-device
- A new handoff API lets apps continue activity across devices like phone to tablet.
- Android 17 supports better UWB indoor ranging based on FiRA 4.0.
- Wi-Fi-based proximity detection has been added.
- Apps can now check carrier-allowed upload and download speeds for streaming.
Core functionality, privacy, and performance
- Android 17 adds a new ACCESS_LOCAL_NETWORK permission for apps that want to talk over local networks.
- There is now a dedicated timezone offset change broadcast for DST or timezone changes.
- Apps targeting Android 17 must declare NPU support if they want direct NPU access.
- Android now uses ICU 78 with Unicode 17 support.
- OTP messages are now protected more strongly. Most apps must wait 3 hours before reading them programmatically.
Bug fixes
- Fixed random app restarts and screen flickering issue carried over from Android 16.
- Fixed Recent Apps layout issue for German users.
- Fixed device freezes and random reboots during app switching or service calls.
- Fixed lock screen freezing after disconnecting Android Auto.
- Fixed Wallpaper and Style settings crash.
- Fixed GPU shader issue on Pixel 6 Pro causing visual glitches.
- Fixed ringtone previews not playing in settings.
- Fixed missing leading zero in Clock screensaver during low-light mode.
Beta 3
Platform StabilityMarch 26, 2026
Beta 3
Android 17 Beta 3 marked platform stability, meaning the main API changes were locked. This was the largest beta in terms of new features, bringing advanced camera capabilities, hearing aid routing, battery optimizations, post-quantum security, and desktop mode enhancements. Developers were encouraged to begin final compatibility testing from this release onward.
Platform status
- Android 17 reached platform stability here. This means the main API changes are locked and developers can now focus on final testing.
Camera and media
- Photo Picker now supports custom grid layouts like 9:16 portrait view.
- Android 17 adds RAW14 image support for more advanced camera apps.
- Hardware makers can now add custom AI camera modes through vendor-defined camera extensions.
- Apps can now identify whether a camera is built-in, USB, or virtual.
- Android can now better identify Bluetooth LE hearing aids separately from general audio devices.
- Users can now route alarms, ringtones, and notifications separately to hearing aids or phone speakers.
- A new HE-AAC software encoder improves audio quality at both low and high bitrates.
Performance and battery
- Exact idle alarms now use a more power-efficient callback method, which should reduce battery use.
Privacy and security
- Android now supports a secure system-provided location button for one-time precise location access.
- Password visibility settings are now more granular for touch input and physical keyboards.
- Android adds post-quantum hybrid APK signing support.
- Native libraries loaded dynamically now must be read-only, making dynamic code loading safer.
User experience and system UI
- Widgets now work better on external displays.
- Android desktop mode gets interactive pinned picture-in-picture windows.
- Users can now hide app labels on the Pixel Launcher home screen.
- Screen recording gets a redesigned floating toolbar.
- The Bubbles feature is now fully enabled.
Core functionality
- Android adds a VPN app exclusion settings screen for easier split tunneling.
- System font fallback can now update at runtime, which helps add newer emojis and font support without a full OS update.
- Android integrates OpenJDK 21 and 25 updates.
- Health Connect can now tell the difference between app-generated data and verified hardware data.
Bug fixes
- Fixed random app restarts and flickering.
- Fixed expanded Dark Mode not applying properly in work and private profiles.
- Fixed camera crash while switching to 5x telephoto.
- Fixed stutter when moving from ultra-wide to wide lens.
- Fixed system hang after disconnecting Android Auto.
- Fixed random reboots and device hangs across many reported cases.
- Fixed incoming call vibration not working.
- Fixed Battery Saver staying on forever with 80% charge limit.
- Fixed visual glitches on Google Messages lock screen notifications.
- Fixed status bar icons disappearing randomly.
- Fixed Bluetooth pairing hanging for too long.
Beta 4
Final BetaApril 16, 2026
Beta 4
Beta 4 was the last scheduled Android 17 beta before the stable release. Google advised developers to complete app testing and publish Android 17-ready versions. This release added conservative memory limits, a redesigned system icon, and a new easter egg, along with a large batch of stability and bug fixes.
Release status
- This is the last scheduled Android 17 beta. Google says developers should now finish app testing and publish Android 17-ready apps.
New features and changes
- Android 17 adds conservative per-app memory limits to improve overall stability.
- Background audio restrictions have become stricter. Alarm audio is now exempt.
UI changes
- Android 17 gets a redesigned system icon.
- The empty notification message now says "You're all caught up" instead of "No notifications."
- A new Android 17 easter egg has been found in Beta 4.
Bug fixes
- Fixed screenshot sharing bug that auto-attached webpage URLs.
- Fixed accessibility issue that could make the whole device unresponsive.
- Fixed media control widget disappearing or not switching between active media sessions properly.
- Fixed Dream services not handling key events or lifecycle callbacks.
- Fixed cinematic and local weather wallpaper effects not downloading.
- Fixed device freezing and restarting while typing in messaging apps.
- Fixed major system hangs and crashes during normal use.
- Fixed slow charging near the 80% battery limit.
- Fixed random multicolored horizontal lines on the display.
- Fixed System UI crash when opening notification shade during a feedback report.
- Fixed Pixel Launcher and navigation crashing after reboot.
- Fixed accessibility issue after minimizing split-screen.
- Fixed Bluetooth not turning back on after being disabled in settings.
- Fixed silent notifications playing alert sounds.
- Fixed Wi-Fi analyzer apps not detecting any Wi-Fi signals.