Google rolling out Android 17 QPR1 for Pixel
9to5Google • • technology
Key Points:
- Android 17 QPR1, including the September 2026 Feature Drop and security patch, is now rolling out to a wide range of Google Pixel devices following an extended beta period.
- The update introduces multiple interface enhancements such as increased blur effects in the system UI, a refreshed Power menu, and a new Material 3 carousel-based system media player for managing multiple apps.
- Quick Settings now feature a bouncy animation and new icons, including a "Don't ask me again" toggle for Mobile Data and a new Keyboard tile for system switching, while screen recording defaults to the last-used app.
- Additional changes include a split menu for homescreen app long-press actions, an updated fast wallpaper switcher, a new M3 Expressive Settings app icon, a new camera launch animation from the lockscreen, and expanded Health Connect tracking capabilities.
- The update is available for Pixel models ranging from Pixel 6 to Pixel 11 Pro Fold, and users can manually check for the update via Settings; the Android Beta Program will continue testing future QPRs and feature drops.
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