Android 17 Beta 1 Rolls Out to Pixel Phones: What's New?

• Google releases Android 17 Beta 1 for Pixel devices, skipping the traditional Developer Preview phase.
• The new beta follows extensive testing via the 'Canary' channel, introduced in June for early developer access.
• Android 17 emphasizes adaptive apps, requiring API level 37 apps to span full width on large screens by default.
• Performance enhancements include reduced missed frames, lower CPU costs, and optimized memory usage for notifications.
• Media refinements feature smoother camera API transitions and a new loudness management API for consistent audio levels.