Why I can't go back to Android 16
Android Authority • • technology
Key Points:
- Android 17 Beta 1 introduces the long-awaited option to remove the At a Glance widget from the Pixel home screen, allowing users to free up space without affecting lock screen information.
- The update adds new customization options for the Google Search bar on the home screen, including theme colors, transparency, and customizable shortcuts, enhancing user control and personalization.
- These features address two longstanding user complaints about the Pixel home screen experience, marking a positive start for Android 17 despite the overall light user-facing changes in this first beta.
- Future Android 17 updates are expected to bring more significant features such as a redesigned notification panel, a universal clipboard, and an App Lock feature, promising a more substantial update ahead.
