News & Reviews:   Android 17

HONOR has just given us our first look at its upcoming MagicOS 11, which will be based on the new Android 17. But instead of a totally new design, it looks like the brand is taking some major inspiration from Apple. That’s because it looks eerily similar to Apple’s Liquid Glass design.

Google has officially announced Android 17, rolling out to Pixel devices first before it hits other eligible devices. The update introduces floating app Bubbles for fast multitasking, the creator-focused Screen Reactions tool, an optimized 50/50 foldable gaming mode with native controller remapping, and more. We've already got the update on our Pixel 10 Pro here in Malaysia but be warned as it's a big 1.54GB download.

Google recently announced new features coming for Android 17 which is expected to arrive sometime in Q2 2026 (June or July). These features include a larger Instagram for tablets, built-in Screen Reactions and extra editing tools. Pixels will get these features first but no exact Malaysia release dates just yet.

Google is giving Android its own spotlight ahead of its annual developer conference with the newly announced “Android Show: I/O Edition.” Scheduled for 12 May 2026, the event acts as a lead-in to Google I/O 2026, signalling just how significant this year’s updates are expected to be.

Google has chosen “Cinnamon Bun” as the internal dessert-themed codename for Android 17, tied to API level 37.0. This follows internal naming traditions that began with earlier versions, such as Vanilla Ice Cream for Android 15 and Baklava for Android 16, although the company dropped public dessert names after Android 10.