Overview

• Android 16 launched on June 10 for Pixel 6 through Pixel 9, Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet with an over-the-air update and features Material 3 Expressive Design, flexible wallpaper customization, Live Update window and a desktop mode preview.
• Camera and media functions are enhanced with improved low-light performance, optimized battery usage and a new flashlight brightness slider in Quick Settings.
• A consolidated device protection panel streamlines security controls against theft, unsafe apps and network threats.
• Some Pixel users report unresponsive navigation buttons and delayed gesture controls after updating, and affected users say disabling third-party launchers or switching to the QPR1 Beta build can resolve the issue.
• Deployment to Samsung, Xiaomi, Honor and other manufacturers’ devices is scheduled in the coming weeks and months.