Android 17 Beta 2: New privacy controls and game performance tweaks

Android 17 Beta 2 adds EyeDropper APIs, a 3-hour OTP security delay, and system-wide chat bubbles. Test SDK 37 before the ...
Android

This Android API can block you from sideloading apps

One of the key features of Android is the freedom to install apps from any source. You can do so via the Play Store, alternative app stores, or APK files. However ...
9to5Google

Android 17 Beta 2 adds secure contacts selection and color picker API

As for the mobile update, Android 17 Beta 2 is adding a few building blocks for developers. The new tools are privacy-focused, just like the photo picker that limits access to only selected photos.
techtimes

Android 16 Rumors: Google Set to Expand Bubbles API to All Apps—Game-Changer in Multitasking

Android 15 is on the cards, and with an official release approaching fast, we are already getting a peep at what to expect when Android 16 rolls in. One of the most thrilling things witnessed ...

Google Ships Android 17 Beta 2

Tied no doubt to today's AppFunctions announcement, Google has also delivered Android 17 Beta 2 to developers.
ZDNet

The first Android 16 developer preview has arrived - here's what to know before installing it

Google has announced the availability of the first developer preview release for Android 16. Developer previews, for those who are unfamiliar, are made available so developers can test their apps to ...
Android Authority

Android 16's enhanced Advanced Protection will let apps know when you're serious about security

The latest Android 16 beta has added an API that lets apps check if the user has enrolled in Advanced Protection. Advanced Protection is an enhanced security mode that beefs up account security, ...
Android

Android WebView Media Integrity API cracks down on ad-free YouTube

In a bid to stop ad-blocking on modified ad-free YouTube apps, Google is introducing the Android WebView Media Integrity API. This is simply an API that helps websites check the authenticity of ...