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Android 16's next big update brings auto-themed icons, and apps can't opt out

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  • Google updated its Play Store policy today, now requiring developers to legally grant users the right to modify an app's icon colors.
  • Introduced in Android 16 QPR2 Beta 1, users can apply a tint to all app icons, which helps provide a more complete home screen appearance.
  • This change takes effect today for new accounts and all existing accounts on October 15.

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Google forces Android developers to play nice with themed icons

Google forces Android developers to play nice with themed icons

Google Forces Android Developers to Support Custom Icons

Google Forces Android Developers to Support Custom Icons

Galaxy phones could soon display themed app icons more consistently

Galaxy phones could soon display themed app icons more consistently

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