Overview
- Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 replaces the single Adaptive Connectivity switch with two separate controls in Settings.
- The new Auto-switch to mobile network option maintains service when Wi‑Fi is poor or unavailable and warns that data charges may apply.
- An Optimize network for battery life toggle selects connections to extend battery life, with both new options enabled by default.
- Google has also delivered an Adaptive Connectivity Services update via System services identified as p.2026.01.
- 9to5Google reports one more QPR3 beta is expected this month before a planned stable release in March.