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Android 17 QPR3 Beta 3 adds app lock, screenshot shortcut

By Drooid · Oct 30, 2026 · How we work

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Google released Android 17 QPR3 Beta 3 for compatible Pixel phones in the United States.
The beta adds a Power-menu shortcut that captures a full-screen screenshot.
Lockscreen blur returns as a new privacy feature in this beta.
App lock returns, allowing users to protect individual apps.
System images are available for Pixel 6a through Pixel 11 Pro Fold and the Android Emulator.

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Google released Android 17 QPR3 Beta 3 for compatible Pixel phones in the United States.
The beta adds a Power-menu shortcut that captures a full-screen screenshot.
Lockscreen blur returns as a new privacy feature in this beta.
App lock returns, allowing users to protect individual apps.
System images are available for Pixel 6a through Pixel 11 Pro Fold and the Android Emulator.