Android 16 Beta 1: No Major Features, but Noteworthy Changes Ahead

Google’s next OS iteration, Android 16 beta 1, is currently available for select Pixels. However, the latest version does not unveil any major features or changes, which is attributed to the company’s plan for a total revamp of notifications and Quick Settings.

Quick Settings Tweaks on the Horizon

Recent reports by Android Authority suggest that Android 16 will bring significant changes to the Quick Settings panel. The team has spotted that Google is working on offering a major overhaul to the Quick Settings, which could alter the behavior of Internet and Bluetooth tiles. Instead of being compressed into another pop-up, these tiles may fill up the entire Quick Settings area, providing more detailed information about nearby devices and networks.

Changes to Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Tiles

One notable change is the potential return to the Android Lollipop era, where tapping on the Bluetooth or Wi-Fi tile expands it within the Quick panel itself, displaying the details of nearby devices and networks. Currently, with Android 15, tapping both tiles brings a new pop-up containing all the relevant information.

Early Stages of Development

It’s essential to note that the developments are still in their early stages, and a lot can change before the next Android OS version is released. Therefore, it’s uncertain whether Google will roll out the major redesign to the Android’s Quick Settings panel with Android 16.

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