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Android 17's QPR1 beta 3 introduces a toggle to hide Gboard's globe icon even when multiple languages are enabled, while still allowing language switching via long-pressing the space bar; Google is also redesigning the keyboard switcher UI, but it's unclear if these changes will reach the stable release, and some third-party keyboards (like SwiftKey) may not support the space-bar switch feature.
Android 17 QPR1 Beta 3 enables partial screenshots by default on large-screen devices, allowing region, window, or full-screen captures via the new screen recording toolbar; on phones, forcing these features produces a broken, oversized UI, and partial screen recording remains unavailable by default—expect further refinements in future updates.
Google I/O 2026 will livestream on May 19 at 10 am PT on Google’s site and YouTube, with WIRED providing a live blog; the keynote is expected to showcase Android 17, Gemini AI updates, AI-powered features, a new Googlebooks laptop line, an updated Android Auto, and a first look at Android XR smart glasses, including a hint of a sale timeline later in 2026.
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 lineup (S26, S26+, S26 Ultra) started receiving the May 2026 security patch, a ~560MB update (build S94xBXXS2AZE2) that first landed in Europe after earlier Korea releases. Samsung is prioritizing One UI 9 (Android 17) development, with a beta program available in Germany and the UK (and others like the USA, Korea, India, Poland). To update, go to Settings > Software update > Download and install.
Samsung’s One UI 9 beta for the Galaxy S26 lineup introduces a 12-item changelog: more customizable quick panel controls, DeX improvements (desktop previews and easier window moves), a new Tape feature in Samsung Notes, expanded Game Booster settings, location access transparency indicators, and a host of accessibility upgrades (Text Spotlight, Select to Speak, TalkBack updates) plus mouse/keyboard enhancements. The beta is rolling out to Galaxy S26/S26+/S26 Ultra, with the Ultra build roughly 3.6 GB.
Google previews Android 17's major features: bubbles for any app, built-in game controller button remapping, one-time and precise location access with adaptive accuracy, per-app dark themes, an improved split-screen experience, separate volume for the voice assistant, and separate Wi‑Fi and cellular toggles, all confirmed ahead of the stable rollout.
Samsung has kicked off the One UI 9.0 beta rollout for the Galaxy S26 lineup (S26, S26+, S26 Ultra) in Germany, the UK, and the USA, with firmware S94xBXXU2ZZEF (~3.6GB) and the May 2026 security patch; a South Korea variant carries S94xNKSU2ZZEF. The update adds a more customizable Quick Panel, improved Samsung Notes, enhanced privacy/security options, and new accessibility features, with more countries likely to follow in the coming weeks. If you registered for the beta, check Settings > Software update to install; note that beta software can be buggy.
Google previews Android 17 with Gemini Intelligence, a broad on-device AI upgrade that can autonomously perform tasks, draw context from the screen, enhance web research and autofill, and add features like Create My Widget and screen reactions; rollout begins this summer on Galaxy and Pixel devices, with Gemini in Chrome arriving in late June and broader integration across wearables, cars, and laptops to follow.
Google previews Android 17 and Gemini Intelligence with AI-powered widgets, smarter voice-to-text, Chrome automation across apps, broader Gemini task actions, and cross‑device features (phones, watches, cars, glasses, laptops) rolling out in waves this summer ahead of I/O, including a new widget creator, improved autofill, and expanded integration with Instagram and Android Auto.
Google’s Android Show: I/O Edition streams May 12 at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET as a short, Android-only preview ahead of Google I/O. Expect looks at the next Android update (Android 17), Gemini features integrated into Android, and possible teases of Aluminium OS and Android XR. The livestream is brief (about 20 minutes) compared with the main keynote, with features to watch including app bubbles and expanded location controls (one-time sharing). Aluminium OS could appear with a launch window around 2026–2028 and may not support older Chromebooks; a teased Liquid Glass redesign in the teaser is denied by Google.
Samsung announces the One UI 9 beta for the Galaxy S26 series in select markets, built on Android 17 with new creativity tools (Samsung Notes, Creative Studio access), a redesigned Quick Panel, enhanced accessibility features (Mouse Key speed, TalkBack), Text Spotlight for easier reading, and strengthened security against high-risk apps; customers can apply via the Samsung Members app, with the full One UI 9 experience to roll out later this year on flagship devices.
Samsung has started creating One UI 9 Beta Program pages for the Galaxy S26 in Germany, India, Poland, South Korea, the UK and the USA, signaling a possible beta rollout by month’s end. An early One UI 9.0 build has been spotted on Samsung’s servers, and the update is expected to be based on Android 17, potentially bringing Android 17 features alongside Samsung’s tweaks. Samsung typically favors smaller 9.0 changes with broader features arriving via 9.x updates, while Google I/O 2026 is set to showcase Android 17’s design that could influence One UI 9.
Google’s Android chief says Pixel phones won’t adopt Apple’s Liquid Glass look, despite memes and an Android Show teaser; Google will continue with Material Design, even as rumors of translucency surface for Android 17.
Samsung has begun internal testing of One UI 9.0 for the Galaxy S26 lineup, with the first beta for the Galaxy S26 Ultra based on Android 17 (build S948BXXU2ZZE7) spotted on Samsung’s servers, even as One UI 8.5 remains in beta. Early builds are described as having few user‑facing changes, echoing a similar timing to last year, and Samsung is likely aiming to roll out the stable 8.5 update soon while continuing 9.0 testing.
Samsung is reportedly developing Galaxy Book laptops that run Android-based software (Android 17) with One UI 9 to unify its ecosystem across phones, wearables, tablets, and TVs. The lineup would include low-end, mid-range, and flagship models, featuring an improved DeX experience and Galaxy AI features, and could transition to ChromeOS-based Aluminium OS in the future. Launch timing isn’t clear, but a release by year’s end is possible ahead of Google I/O 2026.