Android 17 QPR1 Beta 3: System UI adds more blur to Pixel Abner Li | May 19 2026 - 2:20 pm PT | May 19 2026 - 2:20 pm PT After introducing with the Material 3 Expressive redesign last year, Google is adding more blur to the system UI with Android 17 QPR1 Beta 3. …
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… When introduced last year, Google said the blur effect provides a “sense of depth, so the motion feels lightweight and you’re able to stay aware of the apps you’re using in the background.” More on Android 17: Android 17 Beta 3 lets you control which apps are forced into dark theme Multitasking ‘Bu… …
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… As part of those two additions, Google has redesigned the menu that appears when you long-press on an app. …
Android 17 41 'Android 17' stories November 2025 - May 2026 See All Stories More of Google Pixel’s new 3D emoji for Android 17 have leaked, here’s a quick look Gallery Ben Schoon 4 hours ago Earlier this week, Google revealed a first look at some new 3D redesigns for the emoji found on Google Pixel… …
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