Google is killing Android Instant Apps, a feature that lets you try mobile apps without installing them, because nobody used them.

Currently, if you manually toggle dark mode on or off, schedules stop working. The only way to get them back is to set up your schedule again and then never toggle dark mode. Google initially marked this as " intended behavior ," but a more recent bug report was accepted as a valid issue.

Head to Amazon to get the Google Pixel Tablet for just $299, down from its usual price of $399. That’s $100 off and a discount of 25%.

First, Android on larger screens will look a little more like Windows later this year. In addition to the existing single-app and split-screen modes present on Android now, Google says you will soon be able to open, move, and resize multiple app windows in a single screen, just like a desktop.

Google is rolling out a segmented Pixel Launcher search bar in Android 16 QPR1 beta 2 that resembles the recently updated search bar home screen widget.

Android 16 now features iOS-style live notifications on the lock screen for real-time updates and Google’s new Material 3 Expressive design language. There are new capabilities for safeguarding against theft and scams, along with an updated advanced protection mode to maintain security and privacy for public figures.

Apple has revamped multitasking and productivity in iPadOS 26 and having used it for two days, it's already shown these four things that Google needs to add to Android.

Google's new Desktop Mode in Android 16 works with tablets, but not with foldable. Google tried to explain why that is.

Google's latest changes to AOSP will have a major impact if you run LineageOS or another custom ROM on your Pixel. That's a dwindling number, though, as custom ROMs are no longer as popular as they once were. Still, it's a major setback for leading custom ROM projects, like LineageOS and GrapheneOS.

Google has released Android 16, which is now available for compatible devices. It boasts several new features, including camera upgrades and live notification updates.