Android 16 Developer Preview 2: What’s New for Developers?

Android 16 Developer Preview 2: What's New

Google has officially released the second developer preview of Android 16, introducing tools and updates for developers to optimize their apps. Here's a quick overview of the key updates:

Key Features

• System-Triggered Events: Profiling tools for performance data collection during startup and ANR events.
• Smarter App Insights: New APIs for identifying app startup components.
• Enhanced Haptics: Advanced haptic feedback APIs for a richer user experience.
• JobScheduler Improvements: Debugging tools to analyze pending jobs and optimize task execution.
• Adaptive Refresh Rate: APIs to improve animations and reduce power consumption.

Additional Updates

Other changes include improved accessibility APIs, secure WiFi 6 location protocols, predictive back gestures, and updates to Health Connect. Developers can test these features and provide feedback to shape the final release.

How to Get Started

Download the latest SDK and start testing your apps to ensure compatibility with Android 16. For detailed guidance, visit the Android Developer Site.