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Android beta now has app bubbles.

The bubbles are live in the third Android 17 beta, alongside Wi-Fi and mobile data being separated under the Quick Settings menu, a new option to hide app labels on your home screen, granular audio controls for hearing devices, and a redesigned screen recording toolbar.

<em>Here’s a look at the separated connectivity options under Quick Settings…</em>
<em>…the app bubble windows that float above other apps…</em>
<em>…hidden app labels…</em>
<em>…and the new audio control options.</em>
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Here’s a look at the separated connectivity options under Quick Settings…
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