Android will soon be able to theme every app icon, and Google Play won't let developers opt out

Developers must now agree to let their Android app icons be themed or they won't be allowed to distribute on the Google Play Store.

This controversial One UI 8.5 change is straight out of Samsung's Touchwiz era

A recent One UI 8.5 leak showcases Samsung's return to 3D app icons after nearly a decade of icons with flat designs.
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Android 16's next big update brings auto-themed icons, and apps can't opt out

Starting with Android 16 QPR2, Google will enforce universal auto-themed icons with a monochrome filter across all apps.

I spent hours customizing Android 16 and only these changes actually mattered

Android 16's new Quick Settings panel features resizable tiles and additional elements for enhanced customization. Swipe down ...

Android 16 QPR2 Finally Brings Icon Shape Customization

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Waze for Android gets themed icon in new update

Google is still making efforts to update and cosmetically change Waze for users, and the newest update on Android adds a themed icon. Themed icons are a pretty big part of Android, changing how apps ...

5 iOS 26 Features Android Users Are Missing Out On

OS 26 packs handy tricks Android lacks: smarter text selection, case-based icon tinting, customizable motion cues, folder ...