Android 16 Beta 4 welcomes UI tweaks and battery improvements

Google has rolled out the Android 16 Beta 4 update for its Pixel phones. At the same time, the company has hinted that its next major software version has reached the second stability platform. Perhaps we may soon hear some stable release news.

Android 16 Beta 4 is rolling out with a bunch of fixes and UI enhancements for Pixel handsets. For instance, the device brings dynamic colors to certain AOD clocks, making them look animated and beautiful.

On the flip side, the update adds a new screenshot and select option on the App long-press menu. The media player artwork now has a darker theme than before.

Speaking of battery, the company has improved the battery health segment for its Pixel devices. Though it has apparently removed the Battery Health option from devices. Looks like not every phone is affected by this ‘absence’.

The company has removed the “beta” badge-themed icon. Besides, the gesture navigation feature now has a demo to try. It makes the gesture-adapting process easier for users. Users may also find a new Apps list shortcut on the Pixel Launcher.

Android 16 Beta 4: Fixes

• Fixed an issue that caused the radar map to disappear in the Pixel weather app.
• Fixed issues that impacted haptic performance and delayed feedback.
• Fixed issue that caused excessive power drain on some devices.
• Fixed an issue that caused a system restart when a call was answered in some situations.
• Fixed the issue that caused a restart when screen magnification is enabled.
• Fixed issue where the screensaver did not start.
• Fixed the issue where the phone restarted when the ranging API was used.
• Fixed various other issues that impacted system stability and performance, including a launcher crash.

Android 16 Beta 4 welcomes UI tweaks and battery improvements (Image Credits: Google)

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