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- A Google representative said that Android 16S Desktop mode is built on Samsung Dex’s basis.
- The employee also confirmed that Google and Samsung work together in the mode.
Google employed Florina Montenescu revealed (H/T: 9to5google) That Android 16S Desktop mode is based on Samsung’s basis:
We have collaborated with Samsung, and built on the basis of Samsung Dex, to bring improved desktop window functions in Android 16, for more powerful workflows for productivity.
It is unclear whether Google copies/pastes dex into Android 16 Or if the two companies create a developed version for Android 16 by using Samsung’s knowledge accrued over the years. We have asked Google to clarify the statement and will update the article as soon as the company gives us an answer.
In any case, Google’s decision to merge with Samsung on Android’s Desktop mode is smart. Samsung first introduced Dex to Android back in 2017, giving users an experience of PC style when their phones were connected to an external screen. So Galaxy Maker has plenty of expertise in this area.
This news is following a leak that suggests that Dex in one Ui 8 Be able to take some signals from Android 16s Desktop mode. In any case, we are happy to see a proper stationary mode in stock Android after all this time.