While Pixel devices just got Android 15 upgrades a couple of months back, Google has launched the first developer preview of Android 16, bringing several new features and changes. In this article, we will discuss further about the upcoming Android 16.
Android 16 Features
Embedded Photo Picker
Android 16 allows developers to embed the photo picker directly into apps. This feature enables users to share specific media files without granting access to the entire device or cloud storage.
Health Connect Integration
The update introduces APIs for Health Connect, supporting the sharing of medical records in FHIR format. This ensures secure exchange of health data between apps and medical devices, with user consent.
Privacy Sandbox Update
Android 16 includes the latest version of Privacy Sandbox. This update is part of Google’s effort to replace the advertising ID with more privacy-focused tools.
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Android 16: Availability
Google plans to make the public beta of Android 16 available starting in January 2025. The final release is expected to come after April 2025, likely during Google’s annual I/O event. In addition, now starting in 2025, Google is adjusting Android’s release schedule to reduce delays for third-party devices receiving updates. Additionally, Google aims to release APIs more frequently to support faster app and device innovation.
- Meanwhile, check out our review of the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G
