Android 17 Beta 1 Released: Major Privacy, Battery & Performance Boosts

• Google launches Android 17 Beta 1, focusing on performance optimization, improved privacy controls, and advanced developer tools.
• New background task management and balanced system resource utilization promise smoother app performance and enhanced power efficiency.
• Transparent permission management allows users to clearly see app access to sensitive data like location, microphone, and camera.
• Includes support for Versatile Video Coding (VVC) for better video quality and improved app adaptation for large-screen devices.
• Available for supported Pixel smartphones via the Android Beta Programme; users advised to install on a secondary device due to potential bugs.