Android 16 Release Date Set for Early 2025: What to Expect
Android 16 is slated for an early 2025 release. Learn about the expected new features, including desktop windowing, redesigned settings.
Android 16 is scheduled for release in Q2 2025, a shift from the typical later-year launch. This change aims to align the OS release with new device launches, ensuring more users get Android 16 sooner. Potential New Features in Android 16 Here are some potential features expected in Android 16, based on reports from Android Authority: User Interface and Multitasking Desktop windowing and resizable apps: Resizable app windows for a desktop-like experience, particularly on tablets and foldables. Redesigned Settings homepage: A streamlined layout for easier navigation. Lock screen widgets: Widgets return to the lock screen, initially for tablets. Enhanced bubbles: Pinnable floating app windows for improved multitasking. Notifications and Settings Notification upgrades: Rich Ongoing Notifications inspired by Apple's Dynamic Island, persistent notification blocking, and a notification cooldown setting. Quick settings overhaul: Single-tap toggles for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, resizing, and dual-sha…