[Feature Request]: Target Android 16 (API level 36)

[adhiamboperes]

Is your feature request related to a problem? Please describe.

Every year, Android requires apps to target newer sdks. We should pre-emptively do this before the deadline, so that we can address all issues properly and avoid hacky work-arounds.

Describe the solution you'd like

Before August 31, 2026, we should investigate and fix all issues required for supporting Android 16.

1. Review https://developer.android.com/about/versions/16/behavior-changes-16 and file sub issues of this issue covering anything that we should address. See [Feature Request]: App must target Android 15 (API level 35) or higher #5898 for examples.
2. Review behaviour changes noted here and make a note or file an issue if there is anything that is likely to affect the app.

Describe alternatives you've considered

N/A

Additional context

This wiki page outlines the process of upgrading the target sdk.

[srajang1805]

Hi, I’d like to work on this.
I’ll start by reviewing the Android 16 behavior changes and listing sub-issues for anything that needs updates (similar to the Android 15 upgrade issue).
Assign this to me if it’s available!

[adhiamboperes]

Hi @srajang1805, I have assigned this issue to you.