Trending Now - Android 17 Beta 4 Launches as Final Scheduled Release for Pixels

WHO:

Android Central - Google is the company releasing Android 17 Beta 4.

9to5Google - The update is available for Pixel devices including Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel Tablet, Pixel Fold, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 8a, Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold, Pixel 9a, Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and Pixel 10 Pro Fold.

WHAT:

Android Central - Android 17 Beta 4 is the final scheduled beta focusing on stability ahead of the mid-2026 release.

Android Central - The beta update has a build number of CP21.260330.008.

9to5Google - Android 17 introduces app memory limits based on the device's total RAM to improve performance and battery life.

9to5Google - The beta update includes a number of bug fixes.

WHERE:

Android Central - The update is rolling out to Pixel devices.

WHEN:

Android Central - Android 17 Beta 4 was released on April 17th, 2026.

9to5Google - The beta was released three weeks after the previous beta.

WHY:

Android Central - Google aims to create a more stable and predictable experience for users by introducing app memory limits.

9to5Google - The memory limits are designed to prevent extreme memory usage that can lead to UI stutters, higher battery drain, and apps being killed unexpectedly.

HOW:

Android Central - Developers are required to optimize apps for Android 17, including better support for large screens and orientation behavior.

9to5Google - Users can join the Android Beta Program to receive the OTA update for Android 17 Beta 4.

(UPDATED April 17, 2026 11:17 UTC)

Google has released Android 17 Beta 4, the final scheduled beta version aimed at improving stability ahead of its mid-2026 launch, and this update is now available for a wide range of Pixel devices. The beta, which has a build number of CP21.260330.008, introduces app memory limits to enhance performance and battery life, while also including several bug fixes. Users interested in trying out the new features can join the Android Beta Program to receive the over-the-air update.