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Android 17 QPR2 Beta 1 - Build ID: CP41.260701.005 - July 2026 Security Patch - Play Services: 26.23.34 - Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro will not receive this update as it will reach End of Life this October. - To leave beta and receive the public stable release of Android 17 QPR1, you can do so without wiping your device by opting out and not installing today’s QPR2 Beta 1 update, and wait for the Android 17 public release instead.  Fixes - Bluetooth re-pairing fails silently following a remote bond loss. - Media player controls briefly flashed on the lock screen upon waking the device despite the app's notifications being disabled. - A system crash causing Pixel devices to unexpectedly reboot when invoking Gemini. - Initiating a drag-and-drop gesture with multiple fingers caused the source application to stop receiving subsequent touch events. - Notifications randomly became invisible in the notification shade until a system restart. - ML-DSA key generation fails with an exception when using the "NONE" string digest instead of the class constant. - An issue in AccessibilityNodeInfo.toString() where window bounds were incorrectly logged using screen bounds, which caused misleading accessibility debugging data. - Window-level UI blur effects failed to render and the "Allow window-level blurs" developer toggle reset after rebooting. Download: Factory Images | OTA Images | GSI Changes: Android Developers #Updates #A17 #Beta #Pixel @PixelHubUpdates

Android 17 QPR1 Beta 7 - Build ID: CP31.260623.005 - July 2026 Security Patch - Play Services: 26.20.31 Fixes - Battery Share from Quick Settings failed to start charging or repeatedly displayed the charging animation. - Turning off Wi-Fi created an empty gap between the battery and mobile data icons in the Quick Settings status bar. - A crash in the Quick Settings font size controller that prevented users from adjusting their text size from the quick access panel. Download: Factory Images | OTA Images | GSI Changes: Android Developers #Updates #A17 #Beta #Pixel @PixelHubUpdates

July 2026 Android 17 Pixel Update - Build ID: CP2A.260705.006 - Additional news: Made by Google 2026 event will be held on August 12, 2026, 06:00 P.T. Changes - Apps: Fix for an issue where certain applications would unexpectedly close or fail to launch  - Framework: Fix for an issue where various system widgets were displayed with incorrect colors or contrast settings  - System: Fix for an issue where some devices would fail to load the Android system or become stuck in a boot loop under certain conditions  - User Interface [Pixel 10 Pro Fold]: Fix for an issue on foldable devices where the navigation buttons would unexpectedly change alignment after folding and unfolding the device - User Interface: Fix for an issue where the wallpaper shape effect would incorrectly cover the subject instead of appearing in the background Download: Factory Images | OTA Images Changes: Pixel Community | Android Security Bulletin | Pixel Security Bulletin #Updates #A17 #Pixel @PixelHubUpdates

Hey.. no, the leaker still hasn't been fired yet! It looks like Google's preparing a massive kernel upgrade for almost every Tensor-powered Pixel device, once again! Let's get straight to the details: Pixel 7 / 8 / 9 series: 6.1-android14 -> 6.12-android16 Pixel 10 series: 6.6-android15 -> 6.12-android16 Yes, as you probably noticed, the Pixel 6 isn't on the list and very likely won't get the upgrade due to its EOL this October 🥀. Google did a similar thing in 2024, upgrading the kernel across Tensor-powered Pixels with Android 15 QPR2. Do you think it's worth the effort? Or should Google have given the Pixel 6 one last upgrade? Let us know down below! 👇

Android 17 QPR1 Beta 6 - Build ID: CP31.260618.005 - June 2026 Security Patch - Play Services: 26.20.31 Fixes - Users were unable to select multiple spell checker languages. - Pressing the device volume buttons within the Clock app failed to trigger the expected user interface actions. - Rapidly swiping through the media carousel caused visual glitches in the Quick Settings layout and settings icon by improving animation and layout state handling during rapid transitions. - An issue in WindowManagerGlobal that resulted in app crashes. - Enabling the Wi-Fi hotspot displayed a generic default SSID instead of the user's saved custom name. Download: Factory Images | OTA Images | GSI Changes: Android Developers #Updates #A17 #Beta #Pixel @PixelHubUpdates

Android 17 QPR1 Beta 5 - Build ID: CP31.260608.007 - June 2026 Security Patch - Play Services: 26.18.35 Fixes - Unable to stop screen recordings or save video files with Game Dashboard. - Camera app temporarily freezes or stutters shortly after being opened from an idle state. - Screen freeze with a pixelated bottom bar when waking the device from Always-On Display. - A timeout issue where the Download Manager failed to complete downloads when excluded from an active VPN connection. - Inconsistent charging completion time estimates to display on the lock screen versus the charging screensaver. - Private Space UI crash and locked private apps improperly appear in launcher search results. - A system crash and device hang that occurred when downloading games. - Non-functional bubble option incorrectly appeared in the context menu of archived apps. - A system-level WebView rendering regression that caused Monopoly Go to freeze and crash when attempting to open mini-games. - Home screen widgets would disappear or become unavailable in the widget picker after a device reboot. Download: Factory Images | OTA Images | GSI Changes: Android Developers #Updates #A17 #Beta #Pixel @PixelHubUpdates

June 2026 Pixel Drop - Screen reactions [Phone + Fold]: Available with Android 17. - Gemini Omni: Create and edit videos with just conversations. - Music generation with Gemini -- Bubbles: Use any apps as floating bubbles, multitask with ease with up to 5 bubbles at a time. - Edit with Ask Photos: Now available in Germany, United Kingdom, France, Spain, and Italy. - Voice Translate expansion [10a]: Now also available for Pixel 10a. - Take a Message expansion and custom greetings [Phone + Fold]: A feature to help you handle missed or declined calls, coming to more countries, with ability to record custom greetings. - Emergency Sharing integration [Phone + Fold]: Loss of Pulse, Car Crash, and Fall Detection can now be found in Emergency Sharing. - Quick Share support for AirDrop expansion [8a+]: Now available for Pixel 9a and Pixel 8a. - Call Screen expansion [10+]: Now available in India with Pixel 10 or newer devices. More info: Pixel Community | Google Blog #Updates #A17 #Pixel #Drop @PixelHubUpdates

June 2026 WearOS 7 Pixel Watch Update - Build ID: CP2A.260603.001 (LTE), CP2A.260603.001.S1 (BTWifi) - Improvements to Raise to Talk with Gemini - Remote Media Routing: Manage audio and video output devices easily - Three-button layout in Messages which include keyboard and voice search methods on the contact list screen - Brand new layout with Material 3 elements includes the addition of quick action buttons and a larger contact photo within the contact card, and a brand new layout for favorite contacts on the contact list - Loss of Pulse, Car Crash, and Fall Detection in Emergency Sharing Download: Factory Images | OTA Images Changes: Pixel Watch Community | Wear OS Security Bulletin | Pixel Watch Security Bulletin #Updates #W6 #Watch @PixelHubUpdates

June 2026 Android 17 Pixel Update - Build ID: CP2A.260605.012 Notable fixes (for all devices) - System instability and performance delays when using Bluetooth audio devices - Slow wireless charging speeds when the battery level is between 75% and 80% - Camera service crash - Face unlock device hang - System memory leaks and performance issues - Keyboard area unresponsive and display incorrectly after unlocking - System applications crash during boot process - Mobile networks connectivity or unexpected service interruptions - Status bar and quick settings disappear or inaccessible - Media controls become invisible on the lock screen when multiple media apps were active - Notification footer become stuck over the notification shade or appear cut off on the lock screen - Screen freezes and prevents users from returning to the home screen or switching apps Download: Factory Images | OTA Images Changes: Pixel Community | Android Security Bulletin | Pixel Security Bulletin #Updates #A17 #Pixel @PixelHubUpdates

Android 17 QPR1 Beta 4 - Build ID: CP31.260522.006, CP31.260522.006.A1 (Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro) - May 2026 Security Patch - Play Services: 26.15.32 - Note: Pixel 6 and 6 Pro to return in the next beta of QPR1. Fixes - Mouse pointer becomes invisible on external displays when Work profile or FLAG_SECURE applications are active. - Settings app crash occurring when launching credential provider settings from a Private Space. - An issue where screenshot sounds were coupled with the ringer volume, preventing silent captures while maintaining call alerts. - Video recording at 5x zoom would exhibit frame jumps and jitter during panning. - Back Tap gestures failed to trigger on the interactive lock screen. - A graphics driver regression that caused severe 3D performance drops in OpenGL ES applications on newer hardware. - A regression where Wireless ADB and local network-dependent apps failed to connect. Download: Factory Images | OTA Images | GSI Changes: Android Developers #Updates #A17 #Beta #Pixel @PixelHubUpdates

Android Canary 2606 - Build ID: ZP11.260515.009 - Expanded theming options - Keyboard Quick Setting Tile Download: Android Flash Tool | Pixel Factory Images Tracker More info: Android Developers #Updates #A16 #Canary #Pixel @PixelHubUpdates

Android 17 Beta 4.1 - Build ID: CP21.260330.011, CP21.260330.011.A1 (Pixel 6 series, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro) - May 2026 Security Patch - Play Services: 26.11.36 Fixes - Status bar incorrectly displayed zero signal bars despite active connectivity. - UI synchronisation issue where the mobile data Quick Settings icon remained active during Airplane mode. - External displays go black when selecting high resolutions. - Bluetooth audio routing issue that caused playback silence after system interruptions like timers. - Hearing aids automatically forgotten from paired devices after inactivity or charging. Download: Factory Images | OTA Images | GSI Changes: Android Developers #Updates #A17 #Beta #Pixel @PixelHubUpdates

Wear OS 7 - Wear Widgets will replace full-screen tiles with 2x1 and 2x2 formats which resembles widgets on Android. - Live Updates will surface real-time, important information from your watch or mobile app. - AppFunctions API makes integrations with agents and assistants easier. - Task automation enables users to invoke Gemini from their watch to place an order. - Wear Workout Tracker provides a rich standardised workout tracking experience, information displayed includes heart rate monitoring, media control, and more. - Media auto-launch controls allow users to personalise the experience on a per app basis. - Remote Output Switcher will be integrated into the media controls page which let you switch the audio devices seamlessly. - Wear OS 7 will arrive later this year, with Canary available for developers starting today. More info: Android Developers Blog #WearOS #W7 @PixelHubUpdates

Google I/O 2026 (Summary) Google Search - AI Mode is now powered by Gemini 3.5 Flash. - Search agents keep you updated with the information you care the most, operates behind-the-scene for 24/7; first available for Google AI Pro & Ultra subscribers this summer. - Build custom experiences with Antigravity with the power of agentic coding; first rolling out to Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers in the U.S. in the coming months. Universal Cart - The all-in-one cart for shopping in Search, Gemini, YouTube, and Gmail. - When a product is added to the cart, it will find deals, price drops, and notify you of the stock availability. - It also understands your perks in payment method, loyalty information and merchant offers and can help you to make the best option. - Rolling out in the U.S. this summer starting with Search and Gemini, followed by YouTube and Gmail. Google Workspace - Use your voice to find emails, write documents, and organise thoughts in Gmail, Docs, and Keep respectively; available for Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers, and in preview to Workspace business customers this summer. - AI Pro expands to Google AI Plus and Pro. - Google Pics let you create and edit images, powered by the Nano Banana model; rolling out to Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers, and in preview for Workspace business customers this summer. Android XR - Two types of intelligent eyewear will be introduced (audio and display glasses), starting with audio glasses which will launch later this fall. - Partnered with Samsung and Qualcomm, with externals designed by Gentle Monster and Warby Parker. - Get questions answered or get things done all with your voice. Android Halo - Lets you peek into what your agent is working on at any given time. - Check the agent's process from the top of any screen. - Available later this year for Gemini Spark and other supported agents. More info: Google Blog (2, 3) #Apps #Gemini #Search #Workspace #Android @PixelHubUpdates

Google I/O 2026 (Google AI Plan Summary) Google AI Ultra 5x - A new $100/month plan for power users. - 5x higher limit in the Gemini app and Google Antigravity compared with the Pro plan. - 20TB of cloud storage, YouTube Premium individual plan, and priority access to Google Antigravity. - 10,000 Google Flow credits every month. Google AI Ultra 20x - Previously priced at $250/month, now all the same features can be accessed with just $200/month. - Project Genie, an experimental research prototype is only available in this plan, with a new capability powered by Street View that allows users to create new worlds anchored in reality. - 20x higher limit in the Gemini app and Google Antigravity compared with the Pro plan. - 25,000 Google Flow credits every month. Google AI Pro - Newly added: Comes with YouTube Premium Lite (ad-free on non-music videos, background play, and watch offline) at no extra cost in supported countries. - 1,000 Google Flow credits every month. More info: Google Blog #One @PixelHubUpdates

Google I/O 2026 (Gemini Summary) Neural Expressive - A new design language with fluid animations, vibrant colors, new typography and haptic feedback. - Gemini Live is integrated for a seamless experience. - Responses will show the most prominent information at the top and come with various illustrations. - Available now on web, Android, and iOS. Gemini 3.5 Flash - 4 times faster for output tokens per second than other frontier models. - Available now in Gemini app, AI Mode in Search, Google Antigravity, Gemini API in Google AI Studio, and Android Studio. - Gemini 3.5 Pro will launch next month. Gemini Omni - Turns imagination into reality with Gemini's reasoning capabilities. - Accepts image, audio, video, and text input, generate and edit videos with ease. - Available for Google AI Plus, Pro, and Ultra subscribers. Gemini Spark - A 24/7 personal AI agent powered by virtual machines, guiding your digital life. - Integrated with Workspace products, expansion to other third-party apps via MCP over the summer. - Rolling out to Google AI Ultra subscribers next week as beta, and coming to Gemini for macOS soon. Daily Brief - A personalised digest of the day. - Gathers information from Gmail, Calendar and Tasks, listing the things you need to do with suggestions. - Rolling out to Google AI Plus, Pro, and Ultra subscribers in the US. Limits - Starting from May 17, Gemini calculates usage limits based on complexity of your prompt, the features you use, and the length of your chat. - Features such as media generation, Deep Research, extended thinking and Deep Think will require more usage. More info: Google Blog | Gemini Apps Help #Apps #Gemini @PixelHubUpdates

Android 17 QPR1 Beta 3 - Build ID: CP31.260508.005, CP31.260508.005.A1 (Pixel 6 series, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro) - May 2026 Security Patch - Play Services: 26.15.32 Fixes - A recurring system error in ContextHubClientManager that caused excessive logcat noise when attempting to send messages to unregistered clients. - Clicking on the date on at a glance prompts to open the terminal. - Wi-Fi unexpectedly disconnects due to erroneous low-quality detection despite strong signal strength. - Users experienced frequent crackling or distorted audio during media playback from any source. - UI elements are partially cut off or positioned off-screen when apps are expanded to full-screen mode. - Home screen widgets would disappear or become unavailable in the widget picker after a device reboot. - The mobile data icon incorrectly remains active in the Quick Settings panel after Airplane Mode is enabled. Download: Factory Images | OTA Images | GSI Changes: Android Developers #Updates #A17 #Beta #Pixel @PixelHubUpdates

Android Canary 2605 - Build ID: ZP11.260417.009 Download: Android Flash Tool | Pixel Factory Images Tracker More info: Android Developers #Updates #A16 #Canary #Pixel @PixelHubUpdates

The Android Show: I/O Edition (Android 17 Summary) Content creation - Screen Reactions let you record yourself and your screen at the same time, first rolling out to Pixel devices this summer. - Instagram for Android now support large-screen devices (tablets) better, and will support Ultra HDR capture and playback, built-in video stabilisation, night sight integrations, and optimisations for capture-to-upload pipeline, ensuring the quality of the content remain sharp. - Instagram's Edits can upscale your photos and videos with on-device AI, and is also capable of separating audio tracks for wind, noise, and music. - Adobe Premere will arrive on Android later this summer, with hardware acceleration on Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. Bridge with iOS - Quick Share's AirDrop compatibility is coming to more devices from Samsung, OPPO, OnePlus, Vivo, Xiaomi and HONOR this year. - Generate a QR code and share files across the cloud, full availability by next month for all devices. - Quick Share will also make its way into some apps, starting from WhatsApp soon. - Switch from iOS to Android more easily with the improved process, eSIM transfer is also supported. - End-to-end encryption for RCS messages is enabled with Android on Google Messages and iOS 26.5. Miscellaneous - Pause Point gives users a 10-second breather to process whether you really want to proceed to use the distracting app (disabling it requires a phone restart). - New emoji pack named Noto 3D to arrive on Pixel phones first later this year. #IO #Android @PixelHubUpdates

The Android Show: I/O Edition (Summary) Gemini Intelligence - Stay productive on Android with the help of the best AI features. - Autofill smarter in Chrome, the suggestion strip will be shown with a spark (opt-in required). - Rambler in Gboard can understand your commands better and make edits in real time via voice input. - Create your own widgets with features and statistics that you need quick access, also available on Wear OS as Tiles. - Rolling out to the latest Pixel and Galaxy devices this summer. Gemini in Chrome - Deeper integration of Gemini features on webpages while using Chrome. - Auto browse can handle the tasks for you on the web with just commands (AI Pro and AI Ultra only). - Rolling out to Android devices with 4GB RAM or more, running Android 12 or higher in the U.S. with language set to English (US). Googlebook - A new category of devices built for Gemini Intelligence, partnered with Acer, Asus, Dell, HP, and Lenovo, coming later this fall. - Highlighted features include Magic Pointer which let you ask what's on your screen, cast any Android apps from your phone, and easier access to the files on your phone. - High-end Chromebooks will receive the new experience too. Android Auto - New Material 3 Expressive design with support for widgets, alongside the newly announced Immersive Navigation. - Enjoy better experience while watching videos with full HD at 60fps and spatial sound with Dolby Atmos in select cars, with safety measure that transition to audo-only mode while you are driving. - Visual navigation redesign coming to YouTube Music, Spotify, and other media apps. - Phones with Gemini Intelligence can be accessed via Android Auto later this year. - Cast with Google built-in (Android Automotive) are also picking up all the new features. #IO #Gemini #Chrome #Android #Googlebook #Auto @PixelHubUpdates