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The Pixel's desktop mode feels like a real operating system, and it's already better than I expected

I don't know when I'd actually use the Pixel's desktop mode, but it's surprisingly polished despite its lackluster ...

What is Aluminium OS? What we know about Google's Android desktop operating system.

Now, Google is moving to unify ChromeOS and Android into a single desktop platform, currently operating under the codename "Aluminium OS." (Or, depending on who you ask, Aluminum OS.) As far as we ...

Android 17 is bringing foldable specific updates to the OS, here’s why it matters

Android 17 does not position itself as a foldable-first operating system. There is little content allocated to optimizations ...

Google officially launches Android 17

Also released: a new Pixel Drop, and Wear OS 7.
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Android 17 is here – and these phones will get the upgrade

Android 17, the latest update to Google’s operating system, is out now. And it has some exciting new features for Android ...

4 security upgrades in Android 17 you didn't know about, but will be glad to have

Some of Android 17's best new features aren't user-facing, but quietly enhance your smartphone's performance and malware ...

Sweeping Android 17 update brings new AI capabilities and features to Pixel smartphones

Alongside Android 17, Pixel users will also get access to a new Pixel Drop update that enhances their smartphones with a ...
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Google Says Android Is Evolving From 'Operating System to Intelligent System'

At Samsung Galaxy Unpacked, Sameer Samat teased that “amazing things” are coming with Android 17, describing Android’s shift from a traditional OS to an AI-driven “intelligent system.” He highlighted ...

Google Adds New Android Controls for WhatsApp Backups, Password Transfers

Google’s June 2026 Android system updates add WhatsApp backup controls, Play Protect checks, passkey portability, and Play ...