Google is inching closer to a built-in app lock feature in Android 17. New findings from early builds suggest how locked apps ...

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Google is working on a new option for Android 16 that will let you collapse notifications into a shelf on the lock screen. Android 16 will let you choose between displaying the full list of ...

Taylor worked with AP from 2018 to 2025, most recently as Google Editor. Android 16's initial release is available on Pixel phones right now, but it's pretty light on new user-facing features. The big ...

Among the many updates in Android 16 QPR1’s big redesign is a new look for notifications which includes more prominent shortcuts for settings, history, and also an updated lock screen layout too.

Android 17's App Lock feature is still a work-in-progress, but we've now learned how it will handle notifications from locked ...

It is not confirmed whether the app name and icon will be visible. Based on other Android implementations, it is likely they ...

Are you tired of the constant stream of notifications on your Android phone? Google may have a solution in development as part of its Android 16 update. For example, imagine having your notifications ...