Google just dropped a holiday surprise for the tech community with the release of the Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1. This build gives us a look at what to expect for the March 2026 stable release and it contains some of the most requested features in the history of the Pixel lineup. Here is a breakdown of what is new and why these changes matter for your daily use.

The stable release of Android 16 QPR2 is now live alongside bring along a crazy number of new features. This comprehensive summary details the new features plus system enhancements being introduced to Pixel devices.

We have reached a strange point in the timeline of smartphone history. Every year like clockwork, the giants of the industry take the stage to unveil their latest glass rectangles. The numbers go up. The graphs point up. The cameras have more megapixels and the processors have higher clock speeds.

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For years and years, despite the fact that Samsung always had more features, Pixel phones always felt like the phone line that was constantly picking up features that actually made a difference to me. These were features that genuinely changed the way I use my phone; they felt smarter, more intuitive. However, as of late, it feels like Google’s focus is subtly shifting. In doing so, they are starting to lose me.

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Google is making significant strides toward creating a more cohesive and powerful ecosystem for Android on laptops and PCs. The company is working on several fronts to bridge the gap between mobile and desktop experiences, from foundational software changes to new features that enhance productivity and app performance. This effort is aimed at making Android a more compelling platform for larger screens, and it has garnered attention from major players in the tech industry.

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The second beta for Android 16’s second Quarterly Platform release is now rolling out with at least a handful of new changes that build on what we saw in Beta 1. Let’s break down what’s new.

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Now that the beta testing period is over, Pixel users can finally get their hands on the stable release of Android 16 QPR1! The headlining feature has got to be the biggest visual update we’ve in years: Material 3 expressive. Alongside this quite stunning fresh coat of paint, we have a handful of other notable changes the talk about.