Google’s Android 17 Has Some Non-AI Updates. Do We Care?

Remember how last month’s Google’s I/O 2026 dev conference was literally two hours of wall-to-wall AI promotion? It turns out that the company is actually also adding some non-“Gemini Intelligence” features to Android,
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Google Releases Android Auto 17.2 With a Big Change for Users Running It With a Cable

The experience with Android Auto wired is about to get a long overdue improvement: Google will clear up the Advanced Protection Mode confusion

Android 17 Is Causing More Problems For Google Pixel Phones

Android 17 is causing a growing list of bugs for Google Pixel owners, from broken touchscreens to 5G failures. Here are the known issues and what to do about each one.

This gorgeous Android launcher is basically dead — and it’s all Google’s fault

Stario Launcher is among the most promising Android launchers I've used, but Google's incoming app and developer policies have killed it off.

Google Adds New Android Controls for WhatsApp Backups, Password Transfers

Google’s June 2026 Android system updates add WhatsApp backup controls, Play Protect checks, passkey portability, and Play Store AI search.

Finding Android apps on the Google Play Store just got a lot easier thanks to Gemini

Google has launched the Google Play connected app for Gemini, allowing users to discover apps, make select purchases, and buy Play gift cards using AI. The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your Inbox

Google is finally fixing a confusing Android Auto connection roadblock

Google is finally fixing a confusing Android Auto connection roadblock caused by Android's Advanced Protection Mode. Here's what's changing!