Android 17 QPR2 Beta 3 Adds New Scam Protections
Google's Android 17 QPR2 Beta 3 introduces new security measures to prevent call-forwarding scams and adds customization features like a Quick Settings layout editor. The update also enhances mobile network security by tracking modem-detected events.
Why it matters
These security updates are critical for protecting users from social engineering attacks that exploit telephony APIs.
Google has released Android 17 QPR2 Beta 3 for eligible Pixel devices, with the update bringing a broader set of changes than the previous beta.
The biggest visible addition is a new Quick Settings layout editor. Users can rearrange key sections of the panel, including the brightness slider, Quick Settings tiles and media controls. That means people can move frequently used controls to positions that better fit how they use their phones.
Google is also expanding Android’s theming options. Users can fine-tune the system color with a slider and choose from four styles: Neutral, Soft, Bright and Bold. The update adds more blur effects to the lock screen, including the notification area, shortcuts and fingerprint interface. Foldable users also get improvements to windowed apps, including an app handle for moving between windowed and full-screen modes.
The most consequential change may be the security update around call forwarding.
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