With Android 16 DP2 on Pixels, Google Keep is not only preinstalled but the Notes role is FINALLY enabled by default, with Keep being set as the default role holder.
This brings us one step closer to the launch of the Android's note-taking feature, which was originally introduced in Android 14. The feature lets you open a default note-taking app in a floating window by pressing the tail key on a stylus, and it also lets you open a new note on top of the lock screen by pressing a new shortcut.
Currently, the Notes role is disabled by default, but you can enable it by toggling a developer option. Keep supports the Notes role, but Google isn't rolling the feature out, with the app simply displaying a "coming soon" message.
This brings us one step closer to the launch of the Android's note-taking feature, which was originally introduced in Android 14. The feature lets you open a default note-taking app in a floating window by pressing the tail key on a stylus, and it also lets you open a new note on top of the lock screen by pressing a new shortcut.
Currently, the Notes role is disabled by default, but you can enable it by toggling a developer option. Keep supports the Notes role, but Google isn't rolling the feature out, with the app simply displaying a "coming soon" message.
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Android 16 DP2 introduces the "2-finger double tap" magnification shortcut that I previously found back in May.
This new shortcut lets you magnify the screen by quickly tapping it twice with 2 fingers. It joins the existing accessibility button, accessibility gesture, volume key, and triple tap shortcuts for screen magnification.
This new shortcut lets you magnify the screen by quickly tapping it twice with 2 fingers. It joins the existing accessibility button, accessibility gesture, volume key, and triple tap shortcuts for screen magnification.
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Android 16 DP2 introduces the repeat keys feature that I first spotted in development in Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1.
When it's enabled, repeat keys lets you "hold down a key to repeat its character until the key is released." Disabling this could help users who have trouble picking their finger back up quickly enough after they press a key, as it would stop them from accidentally repeating characters they didn't intend to.
When it's enabled, repeat keys lets you "hold down a key to repeat its character until the key is released." Disabling this could help users who have trouble picking their finger back up quickly enough after they press a key, as it would stop them from accidentally repeating characters they didn't intend to.
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Android 16 DP2 tweaks the keyboard settings menu to add a new subpage for the four physical keyboard accessibility options (sticky keys, bounce keys, slow keys, and mouse keys).
Along with the new subpage, some keyboard accessibility options now have their own menu. For bounce keys and slow keys, you can adjust the threshold (0.2s, 0.4s, 0.6s, or custom). For mouse keys, there are now instructional images on how to use it.
Along with the new subpage, some keyboard accessibility options now have their own menu. For bounce keys and slow keys, you can adjust the threshold (0.2s, 0.4s, 0.6s, or custom). For mouse keys, there are now instructional images on how to use it.
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✍️ Android 16 will let apps block AI writing tools
Android 16’s new WritingTools API lets apps decide if they want text generated by AI to be allowed in text fields
More details on this new API can be found in this article on Android Authority.
Android 16’s new WritingTools API lets apps decide if they want text generated by AI to be allowed in text fields
More details on this new API can be found in this article on Android Authority.
Android Authority
Android 16 will let apps block AI writing tools
Android 16 is adding a new API that lets apps opt out of having AI writing tools replace text with text generated by AI.
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Mishaal's Android News Feed
With Android 16 DP2 on Pixels, Google Keep is not only preinstalled but the Notes role is FINALLY enabled by default, with Keep being set as the default role holder. This brings us one step closer to the launch of the Android's note-taking feature, which…
I'm seeing this brought up a lot, but I haven't seen evidence yet to suggest that Google Keep will be a preinstalled system app on ALL Android 16 devices.
Just because Google has done it in Android 16 DP2 for Pixels doesn't mean it's required! This is something we'll have to wait and see.
Just because Google has done it in Android 16 DP2 for Pixels doesn't mean it's required! This is something we'll have to wait and see.
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Great news for Android developers with personal accounts!
Google has quietly lowered the number of people who have to test your Android app before you can release it on the Play Store.
Now you only need 12 instead of 20 testers.
More details on this policy change can be found in this article.
Google has quietly lowered the number of people who have to test your Android app before you can release it on the Play Store.
Now you only need 12 instead of 20 testers.
More details on this policy change can be found in this article.
Android Authority
Google quietly made it easier for new developers to release apps on the Play Store
Google quietly lowered the number of people who need to test an Android app before it can be released on the Play Store.
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📸 Google Photos is getting ready to roll out its new ‘Quick Edit’ sharing feature
The 'Quick Edit' page will appear before you share a photo, and it'll let you quickly 'enhance' or crop it before sharing.
Details + screenshots can be found in this article.
The 'Quick Edit' page will appear before you share a photo, and it'll let you quickly 'enhance' or crop it before sharing.
Details + screenshots can be found in this article.
Android Authority
Google Photos is getting ready to roll out its new ‘Quick Edit’ sharing feature
The Google Photos app is testing a new Quick Edit page that makes it easier to enhance or crop a photo before sharing it.
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You can now transfer Burst Photos from your iPhone to your new Pixel phone when using the Android Switch app!
Paul Dunlop, the Product Manager for Onboarding & Switching on Android, just posted on Threads that Burst Photo transfer support has rolled out.
"With this update, you'll always keep your full set of burst photos when transferring via cable or WiFi, meaning you can always choose a different best shot, even after making the switch from iOS to Pixel.
The feature is live now for up to date Pixel devices through initial setup and the Android Switch app."
Paul Dunlop, the Product Manager for Onboarding & Switching on Android, just posted on Threads that Burst Photo transfer support has rolled out.
"With this update, you'll always keep your full set of burst photos when transferring via cable or WiFi, meaning you can always choose a different best shot, even after making the switch from iOS to Pixel.
The feature is live now for up to date Pixel devices through initial setup and the Android Switch app."
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A few months ago, I posted about a document from the Wireless Power Consortium that implied that products could ship with Qi2 branding but NOT support magnetic charging.
Since that post was based on a document that was outdated (the WPC has since taken down the page), I've deleted my post on it so it can no longer be referenced.
Yes, it's true that products can support the Qi2 spec but not support magnetic charging. HOWEVER, the WPC's guidelines state that the Qi2 logo/branding can only be used on packaging/marketing materials if the device supports the Magnetic Power Profile.
That means if you see the Qi2 logo on a product, it supports magnetic charging. If you see the old Qi logo, then it does not.
I apologize for sharing outdated information, and I'm glad that the WPC didn't move forward with allowing non-magnetic charging products to have a different Qi2 logo as that would've been confusing for consumers.
Since that post was based on a document that was outdated (the WPC has since taken down the page), I've deleted my post on it so it can no longer be referenced.
Yes, it's true that products can support the Qi2 spec but not support magnetic charging. HOWEVER, the WPC's guidelines state that the Qi2 logo/branding can only be used on packaging/marketing materials if the device supports the Magnetic Power Profile.
That means if you see the Qi2 logo on a product, it supports magnetic charging. If you see the old Qi logo, then it does not.
I apologize for sharing outdated information, and I'm glad that the WPC didn't move forward with allowing non-magnetic charging products to have a different Qi2 logo as that would've been confusing for consumers.
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The Google Play Store app is starting to show your achievements for some game listings.
These achievements come from your Google Play Games profile.
At least two users on my Telegram group are seeing this now. Thanks to nothingToSeeInMe for the screenshots!
These achievements come from your Google Play Games profile.
At least two users on my Telegram group are seeing this now. Thanks to nothingToSeeInMe for the screenshots!
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🚗 Android Automotive is getting better multi-user support and a revamped media player app
Android Automotive 24Q4 brings a major new feature called Concurrent Multi-User support as well as other minor changes.
Everything you need to know about this update can be found in my latest article for Android Authority.
Android Automotive 24Q4 brings a major new feature called Concurrent Multi-User support as well as other minor changes.
Everything you need to know about this update can be found in my latest article for Android Authority.
Android Authority
Android Automotive is getting better multi-user support and a revamped media player app
Google has released a new version of Android Automotive, adding features like concurrent multi-user support. Here's the full changelog.
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🌧 Google is officially opening up Android Auto to weather apps, but you don’t have to wait
A new Weather app category for is now in beta, but you can already download some weather apps for Android Auto/Automotive today.
More details on this new Weather category can be found in this article.
A new Weather app category for is now in beta, but you can already download some weather apps for Android Auto/Automotive today.
More details on this new Weather category can be found in this article.
Android Authority
Google is officially opening up Android Auto to weather apps, but you don’t have to wait
Weather apps are finally officially supported for Android Auto and Android Automotive, but there are already some apps you can download.
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