Good news for custom ROMs: Google just released the Android 16 QPR2 source code

The source code for Android 16 QPR2 is now available following the update's rollout for Pixel devices. Here's why that matters.
Android Police

Android Open Source Project (AOSP): Everything you need to know

Stephen is an author at Android Police who covers how-to guides, features, and in-depth explainers on various topics. He joined the team in late 2021, bringing his strong technical background in ...
Android Authority

The wait is over: Android 16 QPR1's source code is now available on AOSP

The source code for Android 16 QPR1 is now available on the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) after a weeks-long delay. This release gives developers access to the code for new features like Material ...
Android

Google Closes the Curtain on Android Development

Ultimate Summary: Google will start developing Android OS behind closed doors, starting next week. Not to be confused with taking Android closed-source, as Google will continue to open source the code ...
AppleInsider

Google found distributing Oracle's Java code within Android project

Files originating in Oracle's Java have been discovered within the Android open source project managed by Google, emboldening Oracle's copyright infringement claims against the company. Florian ...
ZDNet

Programming languages: How Google is using Rust to reduce memory safety vulnerabilities in Android

Google's decision to use Rust for new code in Android in order to reduce memory-related flaws appears to be paying off. Memory safety vulnerabilities in Android have been more than halved – a ...
Android Police

6 open source Google projects you've never heard of

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