Google has introduced Material 3 Expressive UI changes in the Android 16 QPR1 Beta 1, now available for download on compatible Pixel phones. Intended for developers, this beta release may lack stability for everyday use; a stable version is expected next month. Users can participate by joining the Android beta program. Supported devices include Google Pixel 9a, 9, 9 Pro, and 9 Pro XL. For troubleshooting, users can refer to the Android Beta subreddit and Google’s issue trackers. Additionally, Google announced Wear OS 6, which will also feature the Material 3 Expressive UI design.
Google has integrated the Material 3 Expressive UI modifications into Android 16 QPR1 Beta 1, now available for download on compatible Pixel devices. Please note that this version is intended for developers and may not be stable enough for everyday use – a stable update is anticipated next month.
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To access Android QPR1 Beta 1 (where QPR stands for “Quarterly Platform Release”), you need to join the Android beta program. It is compatible with the following Google devices (from older to newer):
If you encounter any issues, feel free to visit the Android Beta subreddit and check Google’s issue trackers.
Additionally, if you haven’t seen it yet, Google unveiled Wear OS 6 today, which will also feature the Material 3 Expressive UI design.
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