The release of the Android 13 quarterly update brought a lot of changes
The first beta-version of the quarterly Android 13 QPR2 update for compatible Google Pixel devices has been released. It has a December security update and a wide range of innovations and improvements.
Key changes in Android 13 QPR2 Beta 1:
• The emergence of new opportunities for interacting with windows in desktop mode. So, a small menu allows you to quickly switch to split display mode, switch between programs and open them in full screen mode.
• In the quick settings menu, the clock size was increased, the date began to be placed a little lower.
• Owners of Pixel 6 Pro will now be able to change the screen resolution from 1440p to 1080p. There is a similar feature in the Pixel 7 Pro.
• The Health Connect utility is built right into the firmware.
• The Pixel 6, 6 Pro, 7 and 7 Pro devices have returned surround sound technology.
• When playing an audio file on the media player widget, a fog effect appears in the notification panel.
• The developers have added the option of broadcasting the entire display or just one application.
• Appearance of adaptive vibration. If you place your smartphone face up, it will vibrate less.
• Return of separate volume control for calls and notifications.
• The appearance of an option that requires the display to be turned on to activate the fingerprint scanner.
The above innovations and improvements are primarily aimed at users of Pixel devices. Nevertheless, a number of functions may appear in smartphones of other brands. Owners of compatible devices can download the firmware from the official website or wait for a stable OS version.
Key changes in Android 13 QPR2 Beta 1:
• The emergence of new opportunities for interacting with windows in desktop mode. So, a small menu allows you to quickly switch to split display mode, switch between programs and open them in full screen mode.
• In the quick settings menu, the clock size was increased, the date began to be placed a little lower.
• Owners of Pixel 6 Pro will now be able to change the screen resolution from 1440p to 1080p. There is a similar feature in the Pixel 7 Pro.
• The Health Connect utility is built right into the firmware.
• The Pixel 6, 6 Pro, 7 and 7 Pro devices have returned surround sound technology.
• When playing an audio file on the media player widget, a fog effect appears in the notification panel.
• The developers have added the option of broadcasting the entire display or just one application.
• Appearance of adaptive vibration. If you place your smartphone face up, it will vibrate less.
• Return of separate volume control for calls and notifications.
• The appearance of an option that requires the display to be turned on to activate the fingerprint scanner.
The above innovations and improvements are primarily aimed at users of Pixel devices. Nevertheless, a number of functions may appear in smartphones of other brands. Owners of compatible devices can download the firmware from the official website or wait for a stable OS version.
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