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Apr 29, 2026

Next-Level Observability with OpenTelemetry

OpenTelemetry provides a unified model for collecting traces, metrics, and logs from applications, allowing developers to gain a structured view of their system's behavior and debug issues more effectively.

With OpenTelemetry, developers can collect traces with unique identifiers, filter logs by these identifiers, and reveal patterns over time using metrics, which can help transform debugging from guesswork into a structured investigation. The OpenTelemetry API can be integrated into Kotlin and Spring Boot backend services using language-specific SDKs, with no specific migration deadline or deprecation noted.

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What's new in the Jetpack Compose April '26 release

The Jetpack Compose April '26 release is now stable, featuring version 1.11 of core Compose modules.

This release includes shared element debug tools, trackpad events, and more. Notably, the v2 testing APIs are now the default, using the StandardTestDispatcher, which better mimics production conditions and reduces test …

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Streamline User Journeys with Verified Email via Credential Manager

Google has introduced a new verified email credential that can be retrieved directly from Android's Credential Manager Digital Credential API.

This aims to simplify the user verification process, reducing friction and improving conversion rates. Traditional verification methods, such as one-time passwords or "magic links" sent by email or SMS, can be cumbersome…

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Android Studio Quail 1 Canary 2 now available

Android Studio Quail 1 Canary 2 is now available, featuring fixes for issues such as native_libs_merge_blame_file support in the Android Gradle Plugin and Lint errors when resource shrinking is disabled.

This release addresses at least 5 specific issues, including fixes for the New Project Wizard and UI Tools. The update can be obtained by clicking Help > Check for Updates or by downloading it from the Android Studio pre…

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Level up your development with Planning Mode and Next Edit Prediction in Android Studio Panda 4

Android Studio Panda 4 is now stable and available for production use, bringing new features such as Planning Mode and Next Edit Prediction to improve the development experience.

Planning Mode allows the Agent to create a detailed project plan before executing tasks, facilitating a multi-stage reasoning process to evaluate proposed logic for potential issues. This feature is especially useful for…

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Android Studio Panda 4 now available

Android Studio Panda 4 is now available in the Stable channel, bringing general fixes and features, including a fix for a Lint error that occurred when resource shrinking is disabled.

This update resolves at least one notable issue, specifically Issue #492589793, which improves the development experience by eliminating a Lint error. Users on the Stable channel can update by clicking Help > Check for U…

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The Fourth Beta of Android 17

Android 17 has reached its fourth and final beta, a crucial milestone for app compatibility and platform stability.

Android Developers Blog Apr 21, 2026
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Connecting your car beyond the dashboard

Android Automotive OS is expanding as an open-source platform, allowing it to support core car functions beyond the dashboard.

Android Blog Mar 24, 2026
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