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Android lets you ‘bubble’ apps for easy access now – how it works

ZDNet·Oct 23, 2026 · 11:28 AM CT
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Android 17 now lets you 'bubble' entire apps, not just chats, so an app's icon floats on top of the screen for quick access. ZDNet says it's a Pixel exclusive for now but is coming to other phones.

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