Google is changing how developers get access to new APIs and features of the latest version.

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

Google just launched the first beta of Android 17, ...

Google has just announced the release of Android 17 Beta 1 with performance improvements, H.266/VCC video codec support, smoother camera mode transitions, ...

Beta 1 now available for download, enforces adaptive design for large screens, delivers professional camera and media tools, ...

Google also says Android 17 Beta 1 debuts new performance optimizations with better management of system resources. The OS will use what Google calls generational garbage collection, featuring more ...

Android 17 focuses on adaptability of apps across different form factors, enhances performance, and it's now available to download on Pixel 6 series and later models.

Google has shipped Android 17 beta 1 to developers and introduced a continuous "always-on" Canary release channel for updates.

Android 17 Beta 1 is officially on the way, and Google is changing up its usual release playbook in the process.