A full-blown desktop mode for Pixel phones has been rumored for some time now, and we recently got some news ofTechnically, Google has had a desktop mode since Android 10 came out in 2019, but to be honest that experience has been tailored more for developers' use than actual everyday users. That implementation has its share of drawbacks, such as not being able to resize or minimize windows.
However, from the looks of it, this is about to change dramatically. Based on what was found with some behind-the-scenes tinkering, the upcoming desktop mode appears way more like a familiar Windows or Mac setup. Windows can be resized, moved around, and even snapped to the edges of the screen.It should be noted, though, that the experience is still rough around the edges, and not about to replace your actual desktop yet.
Google I/O is just around the corner, and there's a strong possibility that full desktop mode will be shown as an upcoming feature forseries this fall at the"Made by Google" event. Although, we don't know for sure when this will all be unveiled, we are definitely excited about the possibility of a Samsung DeX-like experience built right in to stock Android.
Johanna 'Jojo the Techie' is a skilled mobile technology expert with over 15 years of hands-on experience, specializing in the Google ecosystem and Pixel devices. Known for her user-friendly approach, she leverages her vast tech support background to provide accessible and insightful coverage on latest technology trends.
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