• Google has released the stable version of Android 13 to the Pixel phones.
  • The latest Android version is also available on the Android Open Source Project (AOSP).
  • Android 13 will land on more devices from third-party OEMs later this year.

The stable version of Android 13 is now available to the general public, and has been in the works since April.

The official release of the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) coincides with the launch of the Pixel devices. It will launch on many of the best phones outside of the Pixel family later this year.

There is a small upgrade from the previous version of the software. There aren't many new features, but there are a few changes. Material You's app color theming to third-party apps, app level language settings, better privacy controls, and improved multitasking features are some of the improvements.

All third-party apps have the same color scheme. Material You appeared to be a half-baked style improvement due to the app color-theming only supporting GOOGLE apps. The latest update makes your home screen more cohesive and unique to your style, according to the search engine.

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Android 13 app color theming for third-party apps

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The ability to set languages on individual apps is one of the major changes in the new edition of the mobile operating system. It is now possible to change languages within an app without changing the system level.

You don't have to expose your entire media library if you use a private photo picker. Your clipboard is protected from unauthorized access by the operating system. You can prevent notifications from being sent by configuring this preference right after download.

Android 13 photo picker

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If you have supported headphones that support head tracking, you'll be able to listen to Spatial Audio on your phone or tablets.

If you want to respond to a chat on your phone without disrupting your work, you can stream your messaging apps to your Chromebooks. Many of the best messaging apps are supported by this feature.

It will soon be possible to copy text and media from your phone to another device. You can now drag and drop any app in your library into split-screen mode, thanks to an update to your tablet's taskbar.

Android 13 tablet optimizations

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In order to improve the user experience on large-screen devices, including tablets and foldable phones, the features introduced with Android 12L have been extended by the 13th edition of the operating system.

It is possible to get high fidelity audio without compromising battery life with the help of the low energy audio support. An updated media player, better distinction between your palm and stylus pen register, and more sleep mode customizations are some of the new features of the OS.

This year's release doesn't have a lot of marquee features, but there are improvements to Material You and improved privacy and security.