Android 15 hasnt even rolled out to every smartphone yet, and were already talking about Android 16.

But this year, Google started even earlier.

It also means well have a public beta earlier in the new year.

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So far, Android 16 offers minimal new features compared to the last few releases.

Android 16 also supports devices with802.11az, a burgeoning standard with additional security enhancements.

Its all pretty standard improvements to the platform.

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Im still struggling to pinpoint the major get in Android 16.

What is it offering me as a user?

For instance, this latest developer preview is deprecating some old accessibility code that interferes with the user experience.

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Anyway, Im not complaining.

I struggle to find excitement about something that doesnt involve me yet.

Hopefully, Googles earlier call to action will speed up the update transition in 2025.

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Thats a whole three to four months earlier than normally expected.

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