Android will soon be able to theme every app icon, and Google Play won't let developers opt out

Developers must now agree to let their Android app icons be themed or they won't be allowed to distribute on the Google Play Store.
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How To Set Custom Icons For Your Android Apps Tutorial

Use a Square Image with a Transparent Background: For optimal results, use a square image with a transparent background. You can find such images online or create them using photo editing tools.
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This Is My Favorite Use of Custom Android Icons

Custom icon packs are not all created equal. Many, sadly, introduce more problems than they solve. But every now and then, I ...

Android 16 QPR2 beta 2 lands on Pixels: Check what's new, eligible models

Behind the scenes, Android 16 QPR2 beta 2 improves how the system manages memory. A new “Generational Garbage Collector” ...

Google Forces Themed Icons on Android—No More Holdouts Like TikTok

Google will be forcing developers to modify their app icons soon, in an effort to make every app on Android themeable. Which ...

Android 16 QPR2 Finally Brings Icon Shape Customization

The latest Android 16 QPR2 Beta 2 for Pixel devices introduces a long-awaited custom icon shapes feature, among other ...

Android 16 QPR2 Beta 2 rolls out with developer verification, OTP protection, custom icons and more

Google has released Android 16 QPR2 Beta 2, confirming that the API surface is now locked and app-facing behaviors are finalized. Developers can now safely adapt their apps to the latest features ...

Android 16's latest QPR2 beta finally lets you customize icon shapes

Google is rolling out Android 16 QPR2 Beta 2, the second beta for the December 2025 Pixel Drop. Here's how to install it on ...