Good news for custom ROMs: Google just released the Android 16 QPR2 source code

The source code for Android 16 QPR2 is now available following the update's rollout for Pixel devices. Here's why that matters.
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The days of custom Android ROMs are numbered, and Google is to blame

Android used to be synonymous with freedom. If you didn’t like your phone’s interface or bloatware, you could simply install a custom ROM — the colloquial term for a forked version of the Android ...

Google begins faster rollout of developer tools with Android 16 QPR2 beta update: What it means for users

Google has launched Android 16 QPR2, bringing more frequent updates and new features to Pixel devices. Users can now enjoy ...

Android 16 QPR2: Google brings optimized app theming and more

Google has released the next major update to Android 16 QPR2. The update brings optimized app theming, among other things.
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Android 16 QPR1 Google finally releases the code after long delay

After weeks of silence and growing frustration among developers, Google has finally released the source code for ...