Android 16 started rolling out to Pixel phones on June 10. The update brings some meaningful new features, like support for new Live Updates notifications that can better keep you aware of ongoing ...

I used to think of Android’s Quick Settings panel as just a place to toggle Wi-Fi or turn on Do Not Disturb. For years, I ignored that row of tiles sitting just above my notifications. However, after ...

Taylor worked with AP from 2018 to 2025, most recently as Google Editor. Android 16 Beta 3's stable release brings final app-facing changes. New split quick settings panel design isn't enabled in Beta ...

Google is continuing its work to split up Android’s notifications and Quick Settings panels. The media player now appears at the top of the Quick Settings panel, and you can now switch between pages ...

Android 16’s Quick Settings panel allows you to resize tiles to make them smaller or larger. Tapping a small tile will result in its name flashing at the bottom of the Quick Settings panel. This is a ...

Google is updating Android 17’s Quick Settings in the latest beta release with a fun new animation that’s a little bit bouncy. Live in Android 17 QPR1 Beta 3, pulling down the Quick Settings tray now ...

Android 16 is the next major version of Android. It will come with a bunch of changes and improvements, as expected from a major update. However, while we can probably expect to see many changes, ...

I've been an Android user for my entire smartphone-using life. I've been writing for Android Police since 2021 with a focus on smartphones, tablets, and smart home technology. In addition to writing ...