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 ...
Android Authority

Android 16 Beta 1 is here with an iOS clone feature, APV Codec, and more!

Google has released Android 16 Beta 1 for Pixel devices, allowing users to try the upcoming Android platform release by signing up for the Android Beta program. One of the most significant announced ...
Digital Trends

Android 17 Beta 1 is around the corner, will skip the traditional Developer Preview stage

While Android beta testers were exploring the newly-launched Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2.1, Google decided to surprise everyone. The official Android Beta Program handle on Reddit has confirmed the arrival ...
Android Police

Android 16's first beta is here with major tablet improvements and iOS-like Live Updates

The best source for Android OS news. Co-host on the Android Faithful podcast. The wait is finally over: the beta program for Android 16 is now open! Google just released Android 16 Beta 1, the first ...
9to5google

Google is now rolling out Android 17 Beta 1 for Pixel [U]

Given the continuous Android Canary channel, the next major version of Google’s mobile OS is debuting as a Beta release. Android 17 Beta 1 is rolling out today to Pixel devices. Android Canary was ...