News about: Customization

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Android 17 Beta: I can't go back after these home screen customizations

Android 17 Beta 1 brings small but significant improvements, like removing the At a Glance widget and customizing the Google Search bar, making a surprising difference.

posted on 02/23/2026
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Android 17 Update: Pixel Launcher Search Bar Finally Gets Custom Shortcuts

Android 17 Beta 1 brings a much-requested feature to the Pixel Launcher: the ability to customize search bar shortcuts. This update makes the Pixel Launcher more flexible.

posted on 02/14/2026
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Unlock Your Galaxy with Style: New Customizable Animations Arrive

Samsung's One UI 8.5 beta introduces exciting, customizable unlock animations and manual brightness control for the Always On Display, offering a fresh way to personalize your Galaxy phone.

posted on 01/14/2026
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Android 16 Beta: Flashlight Dims, Widget Hides, Buttons Change!

The latest Android 16 beta offers a dimmable flashlight, a way to hide the At a Glance widget, and customizable navigation buttons - small but welcome updates.

posted on 12/20/2025
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One UI 8.5's Quick Settings: Samsung is changing the game

I've been using Samsung's One UI 8.5, and the Quick Settings are a game changer. Samsung is offering customization like never before.

posted on 12/14/2025
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Android 16 Revamps Icon Customization: A Fresh Look for Pixel Users

Android 16's latest update brings back icon shape customization and introduces forced icon theming, giving Pixel users a more unified and personalized experience.

posted on 12/05/2025
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Pixel's Theme Packs app hints at upcoming one-tap theming options

Rumors point to Google potentially launching one-tap theming for Pixel phones via a new Theme Packs app, possibly releasing in the November update.

posted on 11/08/2025
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Split notifications on Android: A frustrating UI trend taking away user choice

I share my frustrations with split notifications on Android, a UI trend removing customization options and impacting user experience.

posted on 10/17/2025
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Vivo's New Android Skin: A Fun Twist to Lock Screen Customization

Vivo's Origin OS 6 introduces a cool Flip Card lock screen, allowing users to switch wallpapers by tilting their phone, bringing a dynamic touch to their device.

posted on 10/15/2025
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iOS 26: App Icons Tinted to Match Your iPhone Case Color

iOS 26 introduces a way to customize your app icons with your iPhone case color for a more personal and visually appealing home screen.

posted on 09/24/2025
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Android Users to Get Control Over Background Blur Effects

Google will soon allow Android users to disable background blur effects in the Material 3 redesign, addressing readability and customization concerns. A new setting will be available.

posted on 08/23/2025
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AI-Powered Icon Customization May Be Coming to Google Pixel Phones

Google might be developing new AI features for Pixel phones, allowing users to create custom icon themes and improve home screen customization.

posted on 07/29/2025