Android 11 release: everything you need to know about Google's update

Update adds new conversation features, privacy controls, quick smart device controls and more

Google has released its latest big update called Android 11 R", which is rolling out now to the firm's Pixel devices, and to smartphones from a handful of third-party manufacturers.

Announced at the end of February, Android 11 brings with it enhanced privacy, new chat-related features and smarter media and device controls, as well as some Pixel-exclusive additions.