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Android Beta 17.3: Minor Tweaks, Major Fixes
21 Oct
Summary
- New beta requires phone unlock to change quick settings.
- Fresh themes, icons, and weather effects are available.
- Bug fixes include crash prevention and call stability.
A new beta version of Android 17 has been released, bringing minor enhancements and significant bug fixes to Pixel devices. This update, designated as the second beta for the third quarterly platform release, focuses on improving user experience through targeted fixes and subtle new features.
One notable addition is enhanced lock screen security, which now requires users to unlock their phone before changing critical quick settings such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and airplane mode. Previously, these adjustments could be made directly from the lock screen.
Additionally, the beta introduces new customization options for wallpapers. Users can now experiment with fresh themes, custom icons, and dynamic weather effects that can be applied to their phone's background, adding a visually engaging element to the device.
The update also resolves several critical bugs that affected device stability and performance. These include fixes for issues that caused phones to crash and reboot unexpectedly during normal operation. Furthermore, problems during WhatsApp video calls that led to unexpected device shutdowns have been addressed.
