Google's Android operating system has always surprised users with its new version. Now a big news has come out about Android 16. According to leaks and experts, Google can bring back a decade-old feature "Notification Ticker" in this new version. Also, its release date has also been leaked.
What is "Notification Ticker"?
This feature was one of the favorite features of users till Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich). In this, notifications scrolled as a ticker at the top of the screen, without blocking the entire screen. However, in Android 5.0 (Lollipop), Google removed it and introduced "Heads-Up Notifications". Old users still miss this ticker.
Why is there a discussion about its return?
According to reports, references related to "Notification Ticker" have been found in the recent code of the Android Open Source Project (AOSP). Tech experts and active tipsters on Twitter say that Google may include this feature as an optional setting in Android 16 in view of the demand of the users.
What is the plan for the release date?
According to Google's regular timeline, the stable version of Android 16 is expected to launch in September 2025. However, beta testing can start from March 2025.
What is the reaction of the users?
Users have expressed happiness on social media on the news of the return of the old feature. Many users say that the "ticker system" made notification management much smoother. At the same time, some believe that Google should balance the new and old features.
What is confirmed now?
Google has not yet officially confirmed it. But, if AOSP's code and tipsters are to be believed, users can look forward to new updates with nostalgia in Android 16.
Conclusion:
This potential return of Android 16 can further refine the user experience. If this feature is reintroduced, it will reflect Google's "user first" policy. For now, all eyes are on September 2025!
Source: AOSP code leaks, Twitter tipsters