Android 17 starts hitting Pixel phones and watches today

Android 17 has been in testing since early this year, with the final beta hitting devices just a couple of weeks ago. Insofar ...

Why did Android stop using dessert names for new OS versions?

From Cupcake to Pie, Android releases had dessert names for over a decade. Google stopped using them officially with Android ...

How to bring the best Android 17 features to any Android phone today

No Android 17? No problem. You can still enjoy some of the software's most noteworthy additions — no matter who made your ...

Android 17 launched for Pixel smartphones: Key features and what is new in Google’s latest software

Android 17 has arrived, prioritizing productivity and security. New features include 'Bubbles' for seamless multitasking, ...

Apple just showed Android makers how software updates should actually work

If you want to stop stressing about software updates, buy an iPhone ...

Is your Pixel getting Google's massive Android update for June 2026? Here's the full list

Google's June Pixel Drop is here, and it packs the full Android 17 release plus tons of new features. Is your Pixel getting ...
Android Authority

How to download Android 17 Beta 1 on your Pixel right now (Updated)

Update, February 13, 2026 (02:31 PM ET): We’re a couple days behind schedule now, but Google has finally confirmed the arrival of Android 17 Beta 1. Update, February 11, 2026 (02:21 PM ET): While ...
Computerworld

Android 16 Upgrade Report Card: Upgrade winter

Google's latest major Android release landed in an unusual season, but the chill around its arrival feels eerily familiar. 2025’s been a weird year when it comes to Android upgrades. For ages now, ...