Google has rolled out the QPR2 update for Android 16, introducing enhanced recent apps features aimed at boosting multitasking and user productivity. Key improvements include richer app previews, larger thumbnails, and smarter task grouping.
Enhanced Multitasking Features
The recent apps screen now offers richer visuals and functionality, featuring live updates and progress indicators on larger thumbnails. Users can quickly share content directly from preview cards and pin frequently used apps to the top of their list.
- Richer previews with actionable controls
- Smarter grouping of browsing and editing tasks
- Pinning frequently used apps for easy access
- New gesture navigation and privacy controls
Performance and Developer Tools
Performance enhancements include optimized memory allocation and faster rendering on Pixel devices. QPR2 adapts the recent apps interface for desktop mode, enabling resizable windows. Developers now have access to new outline APIs for richer snapshot previews and interactive elements.
- Improved HDR handling and efficiency praised by users
- AI-driven notification summaries in app previews
- Real-time per-app power usage statistics
- Outline APIs for developers
The update aims to deliver iterative improvements and cross-device consistency, enhancing user experience across Android's ecosystem.
