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Adamya Sharma @ Android Authority · today 14:36 EDT

Android 17 Beta 1 is here with major updates for adaptive apps, performance, and media (Updated)

Google's first Android 17 beta focuses on large-screen app adaptability, under-the-hood performance improvements, and more.

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