Android 16 QPR3 is the next notable quarterly update coming in March 2026, and Beta 1 is rolling out today for Pixel devices.
Over the coming hours, we’ll dive into all of Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1’s new features and every single change. (The newest updates will be at the top of this list. Be sure to check back often and tell us what you find in the comments below.) Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3 screenshots appear on the left and QPR3 Beta 1 on the right.
If you want to quickly install Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 on your compatible Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel Tablet, Pixel Fold, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 8a, Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold, Pixel 9a, Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and Pixel 10 Pro Fold be sure to check out our step-by-step guide.
Updating…
New folder animation
Themed icons are now called ‘Minimal’
‘Edit tiles’ alignment tweak
QPR2 vs. QPR3 Beta 1
Location status is now a blue chip/dot
- This matches camera and microphone status (green)
- Location was previously a status bar icon
- More
Pixel adds Samsung’s navigation button layout
Adjustable Flashlight Strength
At a Glance lockscreen/AOD tweaks
- Day/date and weather are flipped
QPR2 vs. QPR3 Beta 1
Remove At a Glance from homescreen
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