Android 17 will finally let you remap your gaming controllers

The customization options are already available in the beta.

Google may be planning a gaming console-like mobile experience with Android 17: Here’s what may change

Android 17 is set to revolutionize mobile gaming by introducing system-level controller remapping. This native feature will ...
Ars Technica

The first Android 17 beta is now available on Pixel devices

You might have noticed some reporting a few days ago that Android 17 was rolling out in beta form, but that didn’t happen. For reasons Google still has not explained, the release was canceled. Two ...
Android Authority

Android 17 release date: The next major update is coming soon! (Updated)

Update, February 13, 2026 (02:39 PM ET): We’re a couple days behind schedule now, but Google has finally confirmed the arrival of Android 17 Beta 1. Update, February 11, 2026 (02:20 PM ET): While ...