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Android 16 Developer Preview 2 Released for Pixel Devices

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Google Pixel 9 Pro
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Google has released the second developer preview of Android 16, marking the latest step in its testing of the next Android version.

Android 16 Developer Preview 2 (DP2) focuses on improving app performance, battery life, and overall system optimization, with many changes aimed at developers.

Key features in this release include:

  • Haptic Controls: New haptic APIs for better control over device vibrations.
  • Cloud Media Search: Search functionality within cloud media providers via the photo picker.
  • Health Connect Updates: A new “activity intensity” data type to track the intensity of physical activities.

While these changes are developer-focused, users may notice some backend improvements, such as better profiling and job execution optimizations.

How to Install

  • Over-the-Air Update: If you’re already using Android 16 DP1, DP2 will be delivered via an OTA update.
  • Factory Images: For those not yet on DP1, you can flash the factory images to your Pixel device, but Google recommends this only for developers at this stage.

Release Details:

  • Release Date: December 18, 2024
  • Build: BP21.241121.009
  • Security Patch: December 2024
  • Google Play Services: 24.46.30

Android 16 Beta is expected to launch in January 2025, with enrollment available through the Android Beta Program.

Written by
Sazid Kabir

I've loved music and writing all my life. That's why I started this blog. In my spare time, I make music and run this blog for fellow music fans.

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