Google has officially started the Beta 1 rollout of Android 17. This update is currently available only for Google Pixel devices Pixel 6 and above models. That means, if you have any model from Pixel 6 to Pixel 10 Pro Fold, then you can enjoy the new experience of Android 17 right now.
Which devices are getting the update?
Android 17 beta 1 is currently released for these Pixel devices:
- pixel 6
- pixel 6 pro
- pixel 6a
- pixel 7
- pixel 7 pro
- pixel 7a
- pixel tablet
- pixel fold
- pixel 8
- pixel 8 pro
- pixel 8a
- pixel 9
- pixel 9 pro xl
- pixel 9 pro
- pixel 9 pro fold
- pixel 9a
- pixel 10
- pixel 10 pro xl
- pixel 10 pro
- pixel 10 pro fold
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How to make your smartphone super smart
- Better Performance (CPU Efficiency): Generational garbage collection has been added to this. In simple words, it will make app loading smoother and reduce the load on the CPU, thereby saving battery.
- Dynamic Camera Sessions: Now it will be very easy to switch to video mode while taking photos. There will be no need to restart the app again and again.
- Smart Audio and VVC Video: The new Loudness API will better manage sound, and VVC coding will allow high-quality videos to be watched with less data usage.
- Special for large screens: If you use a foldable phone or tablet, Android 17 will now better optimize the full screen.
- Companion Device Manager (CDM): Added new profiles for medical devices and fitness trackers.
Canary program launched
Android 17 beta 1 marks a move away from the traditional developer preview model and toward the new Canary program. This means quicker access to features, faster stability updates and less need for manual flashing.
