Google launches Android 17 Beta 4 with Screen Reactions

Google has released the fourth beta version of its upcoming Android 17 operating system, introducing a new tool designed for social media creators. The Android 17 QPR1 Beta 4 began rolling out on June 11, 2026, and includes the "Screen Reactions" feature, which allows users to simultaneously record their phone's screen and their own face using the front-facing camera.

The Screen Reactions feature, first demonstrated at the Android Show IO Edition 2026, is integrated directly into the system's screen recorder. When a user starts a screen recording and selects the "Entire screen" option, a new "Show selfie camera" toggle appears. Activating it opens a floating, movable, and resizable window showing a live feed from the selfie camera. The system automatically applies a background removal effect, similar to a green screen, isolating the user from their surroundings. Users can also choose from six solid background colors, including black, blue, and green, to make their image stand out against the screen content.

This native tool is intended to simplify the creation of reaction videos, tutorials, and other content that traditionally required multiple recording devices or third-party...