Google is fast moving towards the next Android version, as it has already released the second developer preview for Pixel devices. Given the early release timeline, this will be the last DP for Android 16, as the next update will be an official beta. This might explain why there isn’t much to report in this release. Anyway, let’s see everything new android 16 features In this developer preview 2.
With the latest DP2, Google is launching it now being upgraded Feature that will show you the album art of identified songs. You can now set a default music player to play songs you search on your favorite streaming service.
Google also added the option to unlock your phone with fingerprint even when the screen is offThis is all thanks to the ultrasonic fingerprint sensor used by the Pixel 9 devices. But it’s not enabled by default, and you must have the always-on display turned on to get its indicator.
there is a new one lockscreen note taking shortcut On Android 16 Developer Preview 2. At present pressing it for a long time does nothing. But we doubt this will take you straight to your default Notes app.
Moving on, the Bluetooth menu will now show photos of connected or saved devices. If you go into device details, you’ll see a circular ring around the device showing its current battery status. Apart from this, this update contains mostly under-the-hood changes.
Apps will now be More control over hapticsThey will also have support for predictive back gestures introduced in Android 15. There is a new API that helps the app understand the current power status better photos at nightThey have made the WiFi range more secure with AES-256-based encryption and MITM attack protection.
The latest Developer Preview 2 is being released for all Pixel 6 and above devices. So if you already have the first preview installed then go here settings , System , software updateIf you don’t, take a look at our guide How to flash developer preview Builds on your Pixel. Or maybe wait until the official beta is released next year.
