After using Android 17 Beta 1, I can't go back to Android 16 because of these 2 features

Android 17 Beta 1 isn't a massive update, but it includes two big features that have ruined Android 16 for me.
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The first Android 17 beta is here, and landscape mode is no longer optional

Buckle up for a much quicker release schedule.

Android 17 fixes one of our biggest frustrations, paving the way for Android laptops

Android 17 is a massive win for anyone using a foldable or tablet ...
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Android 17 release date: The next major update is coming soon! (Updated)

Update, February 13, 2026 (02:39 PM ET): We’re a couple days behind schedule now, but Google has finally confirmed the arrival of Android 17 Beta 1. Update, February 11, 2026 (02:20 PM ET): While ...

These Android 17 best features have been on Apple devices for years

Android 17’s development is progressing faster than we thought, as the first beta is already here, with no developer preview builds. But if you went through the changelog (here), you’d be disappointed ...