Android 16 is set to introduce a native desktop mode, previewed at Google's I/O 2025 keynote. Developed in collaboration with Samsung, this new feature resembles Chrome OS, featuring a taskbar with pinned apps like Gmail, Chrome, and YouTube. Enhanced windowing capabilities will provide better multitasking, and adaptive apps will scale automatically to the desktop environment. The integration of features relevant to Android Automotive and Android XR is also confirmed, showcasing an evolution in Android’s functionality and user interface.
Android 16's native desktop mode, developed with Samsung, resembles Chrome OS with a taskbar and enhanced windowing capabilities for a better user experience.
The desktop interface in Android 16 includes pinned apps like Gmail and Chrome, showcasing seamless integration of Google's key applications in the upcoming feature.
With Android 16's desktop mode, users can expect adaptive apps that automatically scale, improving compatibility across Android Automotive and Android XR environments.
This feature marks a significant evolution in Android's usability, aiming to rival desktop operating systems while leveraging Samsung's expertise in mobile desktop environments.
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