Google releases Android 17 QPR2 Beta 1 for Pixel
Google launches the Android 17 QPR2 Beta 1 for Pixel devices while officially ending support for the Pixel 6 series.
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The brief
Google has released the Android 17 QPR2 Beta 1 for Pixel devices. This update coincides with the company confirming that the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro have reached end-of-life status.
Coverage from 9to5Google, Android Authority, Android Police, and Droid Life emphasizes changes to the taskbar, specifically the replacement of app predictions. Outlets are also highlighting the cessation of support for the older Pixel 6 hardware.
Future focus remains on the deployment of Android 17 features and the transition of users away from the now-unsupported Pixel 6 and 6 Pro models.
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Quick answers
What is the latest Android beta release?
Google has released Android 17 QPR2 Beta 1 for Pixel devices.
Which devices have reached end-of-life status?
Google confirmed that the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro have reached the end of their life.
What change is noted in the Android 17 taskbar?
Android 17 is replacing taskbar app predictions with a new feature.
Coverage (8)
- It's the beginning of the end for the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro Android Authority · 17h ago
- Android 17's new taskbar trick solved my biggest frustration with the Pixel Fold Android Police · 17h ago
- Google's latest Android 17 beta fixes Bluetooth headaches and Gemini crashes Android Central · 17h ago
- Google gets Pixel testers started with Android 17 QPR2 Beta 1 Android Authority · 17h ago
- Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pro reach the end of the line after living on borrowed time Android Police · 17h ago
- Android 17 is finally swapping taskbar app predictions for something you'll actually use Android Authority · 17h ago
- Google Confirms End of Life Status for Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro Droid Life · 17h ago
- Google releases Android 17 QPR2 Beta 1 for Pixel 9to5Google · 17h ago
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