Google caps off I/O 2026 day one with Android 17 QPR1 Beta 3 release

Source: Android Authority

TL;DR

• Android 17 QPR1 Beta 3 is now available for Pixel testers.
• The release arrives just two weeks after Beta 2.
• It includes “a minor SDK release” for a few time‑sensitive features.

Overview

Google launched Android 17 QPR1 Beta 1 in late April and followed up with Beta 2 a couple of weeks later. Two weeks after Beta 2, the Beta 3 build is now publicly available for testers. Google announced the update on the Android Developers Blog, noting that it brings “a minor SDK release to support a few features that just couldn’t wait for QPR2.”

How to Get the Update

Two revisions are released today:

• CP31.260508.005.A1 – for Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 models
• CP31.260508.005 – for newer Pixel hardware

If you’re already enrolled in the testing track, you should receive a notification when the update is ready to install. New testers can join by registering their device with the Android Beta Program.

Notable Changes

Mishaal Rahman highlighted a few visual and functional tweaks on X:

• A springy new notification animation
• Modified screen‑recorder behavior
• Additional blur effects across the UI (often referred to as “definitely‑not‑Liquid‑Glass”)

Fixes Included in Beta 3

• Resolved a recurring system error in ContextHubClientManager that generated excessive logcat noise when sending messages to unregistered clients. (Issue #289721806)

• Fixed a bug where tapping the date on the “At a glance” widget opened the terminal. (Issue #506101970)

• Corrected Wi‑Fi disconnections caused by erroneous low‑quality detection despite strong signal strength. (Issue #494670350)

• Addressed frequent crackling or distorted audio during media playback from any source.

  • (Issue #482749744)
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• Fixed UI elements that were partially cut off or positioned off‑screen when apps were expanded to full‑screen mode.

  • (Issue #476830614)
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• Resolved an issue where home‑screen widgets disappeared or became unavailable in the widget picker after a device reboot.

  • (Issue #488125748)
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• Fixed the mobile‑data icon remaining active in the Quick Settings panel after enabling Airplane Mode.

  • (Issue #501368569)
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