Google has delayed the release of Android 17 Beta 1, which was expected to launch at 1 PM Eastern today after being teased yesterday. Shortly before the announcement, Google informed Android Authority about the change. A spokesperson confirmed that the beta is no longer releasing today and is instead “coming soon,” without sharing a new date.

February 11, 20256

Google has reportedly released the first public beta of its next Android version – Android 17 Beta 1. This update is mostly for developers, but it also brings improvements that will make apps run better, work on bigger screens, and handle media and cameras more smoothly.

The main highlight of this update is about apps adapting to different screen sizes. With Android 17, apps must support resizing and windowed mode on tablets, foldable phones, and large-screen devices. Apps can no longer be fixed to one orientation or size. This means apps will look and work better on all kinds of devices.

Also, Android 17 lets camera apps switch between modes without restarting, reducing freezes and glitches. Apps can now also get information from all camera sensors, not just the main one. It makes zoom and lens changes smoother.

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For Media, the latest Android beta update adds better audio controls and supports Versatile Video Coding. It can give good video quality in smaller file sizes.

Other updates include performance improvements, better privacy and security, and smarter connectivity. Also, Wi-Fi Ranging now has more accurate distance detection, and new device profiles make it easier to set up medical and fitness gadgets. Android XR also gets a new mode to respond better to how users interact with extended reality devices.

Android 17 Beta 1 is available for many Pixel devices, including Pixel 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Pixel Tablet, and Pixel Fold models. Users already in the Android Beta Program will get the update automatically.

Google plans to reach Platform Stability by March 2026, with the first stable release expected for Pixel phones in Q2 2026, and a minor release in Q4 2026. Android 17 plans to deliver better apps, smoother media, and a more adaptive experience for all users.

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