Pixel phones get 10 new custom icon styles in November Drop
· Technology · Android Authority, Ars Technica
Google is adding 10 new custom icon styles to Pixel phones as part of the November 2026 Pixel Drop, expanding the feature from six to 16 total options. The update is available for Pixel 6a and newer devices across all regions and languages, skipping the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro models. The new styles use Google's Nano Banana image generation model to improve icon quality. This feature, first introduced in March 2026, now offers significantly more personalization for home screen customization.
Why it matters
Pixel users from the 6a model upward will gain more visual customization options for their home screens, with no changes for Pixel 6 and 6 Pro owners.
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