This week is all about the Android 11 Developer Preview that Google released ahead of schedule. We've installed DP1 on our Pixel phones, and have spent the past day chronicling every change.

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Abner Li

Kyle Bradshaw

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Google launches Android 11 Developer Preview ahead of schedule for Pixel phones

‘Columbus’ gives Pixels double-tap gesture for Assistant and more

Media controls may move out of notification shade [Video]

You can now check what codecs your Bluetooth headphones support

Android 11’s new ‘Gabeldorsche’ Bluetooth stack was given its name for a great reason

Pixel Launcher preps ‘smart hotseat,’ Back Gesture tutorial

‘Notification history’ prepares a much needed revamp of the log

Google prepares more tweaks for Android’s gesture navigation

You can now pin up to 4 apps to the share menu

‘Battery Share’ hints at Pixel 5 w/ reverse wireless charging, ‘redfin’

New developer option shows your display’s current refresh rate

Your Bluetooth headphones won’t disconnect in Airplane Mode on Android 11

Google prepares scrolling screenshots w/ revamped UI [Video]

Pixel 4 gets new Motion Sense gesture and better touch sensitivity on Android 11

Screen recorder arrives w/ Quick Settings toggle

Google Play to review all Android apps requesting background location access

Notifications add ‘dedicated conversations section’ for message apps

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