Android 16 Beta 1 Released: What's New and Where to Download

Google has released the first beta of Android 16 for developers and testers. Learn about the new features and how to download it.

Google has released the first developer preview of Android 16, available for download on compatible Pixel devices (Pixel 6 and later). This beta version focuses on developer and tester feedback. Here's a summary of the key changes:

Android 16 Beta 1 Released: What's New and Where to Download
  • Updated Health Connect API: Supports medical records in FHIR format with explicit user consent. This feature is available to developers upon request through an early access program.
  • Granular Photo Access: Allows users to grant apps access to specific photos and videos from local and cloud storage, rather than the entire media library.
  • New Privacy Sandbox: Enhanced privacy protections for user data.

You can download the Android 16 Beta 1 installation image for Google Pixel phones (Pixel 6 and newer) from the official Android developer website . The final version of Android 16 is expected in Spring 2025.

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