Android 16 QPR2 Beta 1 brings a major fix for home screen theming by automatically generating themed icons for all apps. This creates a clean, consistent look. The update also includes a new ‘Create’ ...

Taylor worked with AP from 2018 to 2025, most recently as Google Editor. Android 16 hit Pixel phones in June, earlier in the year than major Android updates typically land. It's light on visible new ...

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These updates empower you to tailor the lock screen to your preferences, whether you value functionality, simplicity, or a balance of both. The home screen has received several updates aimed at ...

If you want a more uniform home screen, you’ll want to enable Android’s Themed Icons feature. Introduced in Android 13, this feature tints app icons to match the system theme, creating a more visually ...

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In Android 16, the split screen ratios for app pairs are much more flexible. You can have two apps in 70:30, or even 90:10.