Google to reduce Pixel lock screen clutter with new At a Glance placement in latest Android 16 beta

Android 16 Unveils Redesigned Lock Screen for Pixel Phones

Google is developing a modified lock screen interface for upcoming Pixel phone devices through the Android 16 release update. The redesign seeks to produce a clearer, readable interface for situations that require many notifications. A June 2025 release date marks when Android 16 becomes available, while Google may reveal additional information during their May I/O event. image What’s New in the Lock Screen Design The biggest change is to the At…

Google to reduce Pixel lock screen clutter with new At a Glance placement in latest Android 16 beta

To get rid of the clutter on the Pixel lock screen, Google is changing the positioning of the At a Glance widget.

Google also doesn't seem to be finished with the lock screen and plans updates for the coming months. The latest Android 16 beta shows the next adjustments, they will mainly affect the devices of Google's pixel series. Background: The widget returns to the lock screen. There are first comparative screenshots showing the new and old version of the lock screen. If, for example, the time is displayed large in the middle, the date and current weathe…

Android 16 may bring a more minimalist lock screen to Pixels

Google is working on some changes and refinements for Android 16 to improve the UI and user experience. Recent findings point to a new version of Material Design that aims to be more “expressive.” Now, a report reveals that the company is experimenting with a new design for the lock screen of Pixel devices that impacts the “At a Glance” widget in Android 16. Google’s At a Glance widget is not a feature exclusive to Pixel phones. It is available …

Android 16 may bring a more minimalist lock screen to Pixels - WiredFocus

Google is working on some changes and refinements for Android 16 to improve the UI and user experience. Recent findings point to a new version of Material Design that aims to be more “expressive.” Now, a report reveals that the company is experimenting with a new design for the lock screen of Pixel devices that impacts the “At a Glance” widget in Android 16. Google’s At a Glance widget is not a feature exclusive to Pixel phones. It is available …

First look: Android 16 is testing a fresh design for the Pixel lock screen

Google is testing a cleaner lock screen layout for Pixels that repositions elements of the At a Glance widget. The date and weather are moved below or beside the clock, while the informational complication is separated. Spotted in Android 16 Beta 4, this cleaner layout isn’t enabled by default yet and its official release date is unknown. One of the best Pixel-only features is the tight integration of Google’s At a Glance widget with the Pixel L…