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Google has released the second beta version of the Android 16 operating system for compatible Pixel devices.
Following the first beta in January, Android 16 Beta 2 introduces new professional camera features, an extra-dim mode, shortcuts for accessing Google Wallet, and other enhancements.
It also allows users to set their preferred measurement system in regional preferences.
Building on features introduced in the first beta and Developer Previews—such as Audio sharing on Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) devices, Screen-off fingerprint access, improved app compatibility for large-screen devices like foldables, and live notifications.
Camera features: Android 16 enhances support for professional camera users with hybrid auto exposure, allowing manual control over certain exposure settings while the auto-exposure (AE) algorithm manages the rest.
The update also introduces precise colour temperature and tint adjustments for video recording apps. Additionally, the HEIC file format now supports Ultra HDR images.
Extra Dim: A new Extra Dim feature in the Display and Touch settings enables the screen to go darker than usual, reducing eye strain in dimly lit environments.
Google Wallet shortcut: Android 16 Beta 2 introduces a new shortcut for Google Wallet. The double-click power button gesture, previously reserved for the camera, can now be customised in Gestures settings to open Google Wallet instead.
Preferred measurement system: Users can now customise their preferred measurement system.
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