US EditionGoogle releases Android 16 Beta 3 for Pixel phones: Here's what's new
- Google released the third beta of Android 16 on March 14, 2025, achieving a "platform stability" milestone, meaning app behavior is now consistent and APIs are set.
- The update includes accessibility improvements and support for Bluetooth Auracast, allowing multiple devices to access a single audio source.
- Developers can now test Local Network Protection, which helps manage app access to local network devices, according to Google.
- A new location-sharing feature in the Find My Device app enables users to share real-time locations with trusted contacts for safety.
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Google’s Find My Device is adding location-sharing with contacts
Google’s Find My Device is arguably the best way to track down a lost Android device or supported accessories like a smartwatch. If your phone never got lost, chances are you were never really interested in Find My Device, but a new feature may change that. The new feature grants you the ability to track a contact’s location in real time through the app. Google announced the new feature as part of its March Pixel Drop announcement."The new locat…
Google releases Android 16 Beta 3 for Pixel phones: Here's what's new
Google is pushing forward with its Android 16 development, and the latest Android 16 Beta 3 update has now been released for select Google Pixel smartphones. This marks another step towards the much-awaited stable version of Android 16, which is expected to roll out globally in the second quarter of 2025. Early leaks had hinted at a mid-March release for Beta 3, and now, it is officially here for eligible users. Android 16 Beta 3: Who can downlo…
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