Your Pixel’s big Android 16 QPR1 update brings more than just Material 3 Expressive
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Google just announced the September 2025 Pixel Drop, bringing a fresh look and new features to the entire Pixel lineup with the Android 16 QPR1 update. While the announcement highlighted major changes like the revamped UI based on Google’s Material 3 Expressive design, it glossed over several other significant additions. For example, the update also introduces a preview of Google’s DeX-like desktop mode, Live Updates, and much more. Here’s a look at every new feature coming in the Android 16 QPR1 update!
A major design overhaul with Material 3 Expressive
Android 16 QPR1 brings Google’s biggest design overhaul in years. Material 3 Expressive brings new physics-based animations, fresh app components, stylish color themes, background blur effects, and much more. When you update your Pixel phone to Android 16 QPR1, you’ll see changes throughout the UI. Here are a few things to look out for:
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