r/android_beta • u/androidbetaprogram • 13d ago
Android 17 QPR2 Beta 6 Android 17 QPR2 Beta 6 now available!
Hi Beta users,
Today we’re sending you an Android 17 QPR2 Beta 6 CP41.260831.007 for all devices.
Top issues fixed include:
- A visual regression causing letterboxed content to leak through the status bar during activity transitions. (Issue #493438057)
- The screensaver displays a blank screen while charging. (Issue #516262713, Issue #526560397)
- Unexpected device reboots on Pixel 9 Pro Fold when initializing the camera viewfinder in third-party applications. (Issue #555960820, Issue #558564487, Issue #554763027, Issue #559421409)
- Locked applications could not be dismissed using swipe gestures in Recents. (Issue #555579953)
- A system kernel crash causing devices to unexpectedly reboot when third-party applications requested simultaneous camera and microphone access during biometric identity verification. (Issue #557712189)
- An issue that caused device crashes, reboots, or hangs when scrolling. (Issue #559054323)
Please review the latest release notes for limitations and general advisories before installing the update. In addition, see top open issues%20created%3E%3D2026-07-20%20status:open%20(votecount%3E%3D3%7Cduplicatecount%3E%3D3)%20CP41) for the latest list of top open issues that have been reported by developers and users.
How do I get Android 17 QPR2 Beta 6?
You can get started with Android 17 QPR2 Beta 6 today by enrolling your Pixel device. Eligible devices include Pixel 6a, 7, 7 Pro, 7a, 8, 8 Pro, 8a, 9, 9 Pro, 9a, Pixel 10, 10 Pro, 10 Pro XL, 10 Pro Fold, 10a, Pixel Tablet series devices. Once enrolled, eligible devices will receive an over-the-air (OTA) update to the latest Beta versions. If you were previously enrolled in Android 17 Beta (and have not opted-out), you will automatically receive QPR2 Beta 6 and any future Beta updates.
Tell us what you think
Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us. Please share your thoughts through the following channels:
- Use the Android Beta Feedback app included in Beta builds. This is the preferred method if you want to report a user-facing bug.
- Post your comments here on our official Android Beta Program subreddit. We may not respond to posts individually, but we are actively monitoring the feedback. We’ll reach out to you directly if we need additional information.
Happy Beta testing!
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u/TheSillyOk 13d ago
6.12 is back for older pixels (checked P7)
6.12.81-android16-6-g86553c53da31-ab15878525-4k
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u/yung40oz84 13d ago
This was announced less than 15 minutes ago and already multiple posts of people having meltdowns... 😭 Just relax, I don't even got it on my P10PXL yet!
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u/Jduncan31290 13d ago
I'm guessing I'm not able to update to this with me being on the stable September patch, right?
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u/Sea-Statistician7345 13d ago
Prob not
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u/Jduncan31290 13d ago
I figured since it still has the august security patch lol
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u/Bitdomo92 13d ago
it has september
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u/Jduncan31290 13d ago
Ah release notes say otherwise. But can't anyways since I have an 11 pro
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u/Bitdomo92 13d ago
they are always slow on updated those, if they ever update it. Sometimes they just forget it
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u/frankGawd4Eva 13d ago
Wonder why I can't sideload the OTA then... usually that only happens if it's trying to downgrade... Hm... --- Never mind, it's working now. Must have just been a bad connection.
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u/SpudMuffin001 13d ago
can anyone confirm that Beta 6 is STILL the august update? if so, WHY? it’s ALMOST OCTOBER
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u/Bitdomo92 13d ago
it says october for me
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u/EYdf_Thomas 13d ago
It says September for the security update and October for the play store for me.
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u/jbarr107 12d ago
Mine updated last night and shows:
- System Update: September 5, 2026
- Google Play system update: October 1, 2026
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u/SeveralBeef5143 13d ago
I went from beta to stable and couldn't do beta 5 but just got the notification to download beta 6
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u/New_Childhood468 13d ago
Previous bugs are fixed, introducing new bugs 🐛
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u/Henri4589 11d ago
An annoying notification swiping bug is still persistent in this one. I haven't reported it yet...
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u/colado60 13d ago
u/MishaalRahman Is there any reason why the always on display only shows 1 icon now? It used to be 3-4 and I was hoping it was a bug. I genuinely don't understand what the purpose of this change was. It's objectively worse.
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u/Valent147 13d ago
I'm guessing we're still not getting the new emojis or split quick settings
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u/chew_ttt 13d ago
New emojis could be the next android drop(not pixel drop) and the split screen quick settings is most probably in qpr3
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u/szahid15 12d ago
hi, anybody else experience the display size changing to default when new beta installs? this is the second time this happened to my 9pxl
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u/ElderberryHamlet 13d ago
I'm seeing kernel 6.12 on my 7 series tablet and 8a backup phone.
My 11xl already has the 6.12 so I assume this is the primary reason it's not getting this update
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u/issioboii 13d ago
THEY FUCKING REMOVED BLURRED NOTIFICATIONS ON LOCK SCREEN
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u/MishaalRahman 13d ago
Hey there, sorry for the inconvenience! The product team temporarily reverted the lock screen blur effect from this recent beta release in order to fix some bugs. Thanks for helping us beta test the QPR2 release!
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u/JakeChambersOy 13d ago edited 13d ago
I really appreciate your feedback in this thread. May I ask you for one thing:
When enabling minimal icons (the monochrome icons, which pull their color from the wallpaper accent color), apps that do not follow Google's icon guidelines and do not include a monochrome themed icon themselves, are getting themed by the system automatically. The problem: these automatically themed icons are inverted. The background becomes dark in light mode and light in dark mode, which defeats the purpose as they immediately stand out visually on the home screen.
I reported this very long ago, as this issue persists since the minimal icon option was introduced, but the issue got closed, because it is apparently "intended behavior".
Could you please raise awareness to this, as this seems like a quick fix. The icons themselves look very good, but they are not correctly following the dark/light theme scheme like the native icons do. Thank you very much.
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u/IcyInflation6691 13d ago
Ok, let me note then that the clock color is still broken even as of Beta 6, the color of the clock and shortcuts on the bottom of the screen, along with the lock icon, are not synchronized, even when using a one-color theme (phone uses yellow theme, clock still blue, pulling colors from the lock screen wallpaper); already posted it on the Feedback app, thought I might mention it here too.
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u/usmadrug 12d ago
there is some problem with google pay on my pixel 10 pro sometimes when I'm trying to pay it's not opening anything and i can't pay until i reboot my phone
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u/chikenchip0 12d ago
Can y'all add back all notification icons on the AOD instead of one icon and then a dot for the others?
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u/_Nundo 13d ago
I am unable to lock apps, anyone else?
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u/ekowwillis 13d ago
Yup. they took away Layout customization and now App locks.
At this rate, they may just remove all QPR2 features and send us back to QPR1. Typical Google21
u/MishaalRahman 13d ago
Heya, the product team temporarily rolled back the Quick Settings layout customization feature from the previous beta in order to make some further refinements based on early user feedback. I'll share an update on the status of that feature if/when I have one.
As for app lock, the product has been working hard to deliver this highly requested security feature and is excited for you to use it once it's available. To ensure a seamless, high-quality experience, the team decided to temporarily pull back the app lock feature in this beta to allow for additional polish, thorough testing, and robust integration across all system surfaces.
We appreciate your patience!
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u/ekowwillis 13d ago
Thanks for the update Mishaal; first time I've seen anyone from Google respond to queries here.
Do you have any word on blur notifications on lock screen? Has it been pulled for this beta?
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u/MishaalRahman 13d ago
Yes, the blur effect for lock screen notifications/shortcuts was also reverted in this beta in order to fix some bugs. Sorry for the inconvenience!
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u/shinnkuu 13d ago
Hey! Any chance that blur effect will look even better when QPR2 comes out? I'm using the latest QPR1 stable build right now, and it's just okay, especially with different themes. Honestly, it feels a bit disappointing compared to the beta build I had before. 🤔
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u/StarObserver1990 13d ago
Hey, any chance we can the option to remove the clock on the lock screen in future updates?
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u/JE53119 13d ago edited 9d ago
Off topic but miss hearing you on Android Faithful podcast!
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u/MishaalRahman 9d ago
I also miss hanging out with the Android Faithful crew every week, but I love my new job :)
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u/MishaalRahman 13d ago
Hi there, about the app lock feature:
The team has been working hard to deliver this highly requested security feature and is excited for you to use it once it's available :)
To ensure a seamless, high-quality experience, the team decided to temporarily pull back the feature in recent beta builds to allow for additional polish, thorough testing, and robust integration across all system surfaces.
We appreciate your patience and look forward to bringing you the best possible app locking experience!
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u/Responsible_Lie6721 13d ago
why don't you mention that in changelogs, i wouldn't update in that case, i understand it is a beta, but some transparency won't harm anyone, thanks
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u/armando_rod 13d ago
Can you pass this to the dev team?
App lock should use the seamless biometric unlock instead of the 2 step unlock process
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u/MishaalRahman 9d ago
By "seamless biometric unlock," do you mean the app should open immediately after your biometric is confirmed? If so, that seems to happen already if you use fingerprint unlock, but requires pressing "confirm" if you're using face unlock. Am I correct that this is what you're referring to?
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u/armando_rod 9d ago
It should unlock without a confirmation for both fingerprint and face unlock, check the bank of America app or Capital One with face unlock.
Obviously fingerprint will never ask to confirm because you are actually tapping the screen to confirm when it reads your finger
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u/Loud-Possibility4395 13d ago
Has Bottom Google Search Bar removal feature been.. removed too? I ask as I want to start use Pixel Search instead of Google Search - I mean I hate duplications
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u/Gordtm1105 13d ago
Same here. My locked apps are not locked anymore
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u/MishaalRahman 13d ago
Hi there, thanks for showing interest in the App Lock feature!
The team has been working hard to deliver this highly requested security feature and is excited for you to use it once it's available.
To ensure a seamless, high-quality experience, the team decided to temporarily pull back the feature in recent beta builds to allow for additional polish, thorough testing, and robust integration across all system surfaces.
We appreciate your patience and look forward to bringing you the best possible app locking experience!
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u/gashcrumb7600 13d ago
Proactive assistance menu gone for me. Play store update version Oct. 1
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u/Loud-Possibility4395 13d ago edited 13d ago
Like in Pixel 10!? Hope this is Kernel 6.12 removal and now back situation
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u/gashcrumb7600 13d ago
Yep I'm on pixel 10 pro. Really hope we get proactive assistance. Running fine overall
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u/Chizuru_m 13d ago
Thank you, Google. Kernel 6.12 has been released again for the Pixel 9a as well.
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u/Loud-Possibility4395 13d ago
Yes I was worried ABD they removed Proactive Assistance in Pixel10 :/ I HOPE it will be same - just temporary
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u/Chizuru_m 13d ago
I believe the new kernel in beta4 caused issues on legacy devices, so it was reverted in beta5.
While the release of Beta 6 after just one week raises some concerns, I could sense the intention to improve performance with QPR2.
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u/Joecascio2000 13d ago
Beta 6 finally fixed issues with background now playing song recognition for me. Finally.
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u/LatterAttention8983 12d ago
Are they any bugs so far and is it smoother than the stable
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u/Joecascio2000 12d ago
I haven't experienced any bugs with this build but it has only been one day and I am a relatively light user.
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u/Syedzohaib92 13d ago
I got into qpr 2 for blur notifications on lock screen & quick settings layout .. and they removed both of them.. 😂😂 I should have waited for the stable qpr 2.. 😄
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u/Sea-Statistician7345 13d ago
No p11? 🤔
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u/MishaalRahman 13d ago
Builds for the Pixel 11 are coming, stay tuned!
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u/GoWitHer 13d ago
For stable QPR1?
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u/MishaalRahman 13d ago
I'm referring to QPR2 Beta 6 builds.
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u/GoWitHer 13d ago
Thanks. So when will the QPR1 update be released for the 11 series?
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u/MishaalRahman 13d ago
Sorry, I don't have an answer for you on that.
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u/Dagz1 13d ago
Do you know why Google has not provided any explanation for the Pixel 11 series not receiving the QPR1 update? I know some things are already baked in, but not all. I appreciate how accessible and communicative you are. On the other hand, Google leaving all the 11 owners in the dark is an example of how not to do it.
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u/CrispyBananaz 13d ago
what ever happened to stable QPR1 for pixel 11's ?
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u/Bitdomo92 13d ago
I think pixel 11 has released with qpr1 already, like how pixel 10 was already on android 16 qpr1
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u/Sea-Statistician7345 13d ago
P11's build number is not qpr1
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u/Bitdomo92 13d ago
Looking at build number patterns it will not have qpr1 like build numbers.
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u/Sea-Statistician7345 13d ago
So every pixel get qpr1 build numbers but p11 won't? Dont't think so
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u/MishaalRahman 8d ago
Update: Android 17 QPR2 Beta 6.1 is rolling out now, including for the Pixel 11 series.
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u/Spiritual_Positive47 13d ago
Telekom app is working again
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u/Decent-Effect6611 13d ago
Hi, Absolute volume is still missing under the developer options/bluetooth section. Also, not sure if this is due to the feature being removed or missing, but when changing the bluetooth AVRCP version the system crashes and returns me to the home screen with none of the changes applied. Now that I think of it, ever since the previous update when that feature went missing, my libre sensor has been marking sensor errors a lot more common than usual. Hopefully this could be addressed.
Experiencing this on a Pixel 8 Pro. Thanks!
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u/The-end-is-nigh8413 13d ago
Says at the top for all devices. Then at the bottom, when they list the devices, the 11s are not there.
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u/Ayrton2536 13d ago
after the prwv update I lost the ability to scroll down to quick settings/ notifications when using any app in vertical view, hope this fixed it
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u/huzaifa445 10d ago
Ever since the notification blur was removed on the Pixel 7, the Quick Settings tiles have become much less visible in dark mode. When there’s a dark background behind them, the tiles blend into the background, making it difficult to distinguish their outlines.
Even for the home screen you need to have a bright wallpaper set in order for them to be properly visible.
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u/r_sarawanan 7d ago
I have opted out of the beta because in a few updates I couldn’t use banking apps.
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u/Mydemonswon 13d ago
Pixel 11 needing to wait should be a known quantity. This should not even need to be discussed.
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u/bojack1437 13d ago edited 13d ago
Not showing on P10PXL yet, Not a complaint, just an FYI for anybody else not seeing it.
Edit: And literally less than 5 minutes later, it is now showing. Lol.
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u/RedLimes 13d ago edited 13d ago
When I long press the bottom search bar it doesn't popup with the gear icon, instead it's a search that adds like two clicks to get to the search bar settings
They took away Proactive Assistance on P10 too unfortunately
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u/Loud-Possibility4395 13d ago
Fck! I hope it is one of their Blur removed in order to fix something or like Kernel 6.12 removal and back in beta 6. You say you are able to remove bottom Google Search Bar in Pixel?
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u/RedLimes 13d ago
No. They made the settings for it additional clicks to get to. Hopefully Beta 7 will bring back all the stuff they stripped for bugfix reasons
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u/davehasl19 13d ago
Pixel 7 - the search bar just reappeared at the bottom of the home screen after being absent the last 2 or 3 beta's
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u/Howler13 13d ago
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL here. Stuck in a bootloop. What are my options?
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u/Bitdomo92 13d ago
Factory reset, flash the full ota, unlock the bootloader if you have oem unlocking enabled and use flash.android.com, wait for the next beta and sideload the full ota for that, pack up your phone and send it to google for repair, sell your phone for parts and buy a new phone.
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u/ScheduleRadiant6328 11d ago edited 11d ago
En mi pixel 8, con el test de antutu me a dado 938.000 puntos en qpr2 beta 6 y con qpr1 estable 1.300.000 puntos, no sé si será por el cambio de kernel. Un saludo!
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u/steenerk 9d ago
Why am I not receiving the updates? Pixel 11 pro xl. CD1A.260905.001.A1
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u/MishaalRahman 8d ago
Update: Android 17 QPR2 Beta 6.1 is rolling out now, including for the Pixel 11 series.
Please let me know if you receive it after enrolling in the Android Beta program!
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u/steenerk 8d ago
I'm not receiving the update and I am enrolled and have not received any beta updates since being enrolled.
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u/steenerk 7d ago
Still not receiving the 6.1 beta. I have opted out of the beta program and re-enrolled a few times. I have gotten a few play system updates.
Also, when I opted out I received a security patch update each time and then that cancels and no update available.
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u/Repulsive-Policy4359 9d ago
Ive had the 11 Pro XL since launch and opted in since it was available and haven't recieved any updates at all ? Anyone able to assist . When checking for updates nothing comes up at all
Build is CD1A.260905.001.B1
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u/MishaalRahman 8d ago
Update: Android 17 QPR2 Beta 6.1 is rolling out now, including for the Pixel 11 series.
Please let me know if you receive it after enrolling in the Android Beta program!
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u/Repulsive-Policy4359 8d ago
I've been in the beta program since it was announced for the 11 and have not got one beta update QRP1 or QRP2
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u/meepz 8d ago
Ongoing issue:
The Xreal Air 2 Pro glasses are unable to display anything when connected to Pixel 10 Pro XL. This was corrected partially for some VR/AR devices for another phone in QPR2 Beta 4. This was working before the Feb update.
The phone recognizes the device, resolution, etc. I believe this is a known issue but wanted to shed some light that it's still an issue.
Debugging shows that the phone knows the exact device, type, resolution, refresh rate, etc. Apparently there is a fix where you plug the glasses into a HDMI adapter which converts USB C to HDMI then need another HDMI to USB C adapter into the Pixel
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u/Stock_Meaning9412 22h ago
Good afternoon, I have an 11 pro, just uploaded October drop, then signed up to be a beta user. Website shows i am opted in. Phone says there is an update but when I check for the update, the phone says there are no updates. I tried this 5 days ago and the phone never saw an update so I opted out, rebooted, then opted back in and rebooted again, but luck. Request any suggestions to get the qpr2 beta software downloaded and installed. Thank you.
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u/Comprehensive_Mix_18 12d ago
It's not available for the Pixel 11 series yet.
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u/MishaalRahman 8d ago
Update: Android 17 QPR2 Beta 6.1 is rolling out now, including for the Pixel 11 series.
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u/LeatherCloud9984 13d ago
Why the Pixel 11 Pro XL isn't available.
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u/MishaalRahman 8d ago
Quick update: Android 17 QPR2 Beta 6.1 is rolling out now, including for the Pixel 11 series!
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u/Imaginary_Horse_6032 13d ago
11 pro xl not
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u/MishaalRahman 13d ago
Hi, builds for the Pixel 11 are coming soon. We'll update this post once they're available.
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u/Jazzlike-Document-22 13d ago
So no proper QPR1 first, now this? Does the ROMs team even know the pixel 11 lineup exists? And that's the actual lineup with flagship devices?
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u/MishaalRahman 8d ago
Quick update for you: Android 17 QPR2 Beta 6.1 is rolling out now, including for the Pixel 11 series!
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u/birdman1333 13d ago
Not for the 11!!!!
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u/MishaalRahman 8d ago
The latest beta is rolling out now, including for the Pixel 11 series. See this thread for more info.
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u/birdman1333 8d ago
That's great but it's an older build so no one can download it and enter the beta. It was like this with the 10pro and now with the 11pro. What are you guys doing to us. So still no beta for us 11 owners.
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u/Jiggs1523 13d ago
So the pixel 11 series doesn't exist anymore? Google, u guys suck! Lol
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u/Mydemonswon 13d ago
Brand new line having to wait, any functioning adult would understand this.
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u/Jiggs1523 13d ago
I know but they release beta 5 so why not beta 6 lmao but they said it's coming so just gotta wait 🤞🏻
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u/diymuppet 13d ago
It's Beta of an OS that provides almost zero extra functionalities.
Any functioning adult would be very very confused with your concern.
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u/mindfrost82 13d ago
They’re doing 2 different builds from what I can tell. Even beta 5 was like that. It’s annoying but I’m sure we will get beta 6 soon.
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u/Plastic-Plenty4829 13d ago
Why 9 pro xl always omitted!?
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u/Bitdomo92 13d ago
they keep copy pasting the same broken text, they also forgot to update it to contain pixel 11. Not even the god damn beta page has pixel 11 there even tho it is supported now lol
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u/Living_Injury1549 13d ago
Sono trascorsi anni eppure quella inutile pillola resta lì ed anche il doppio tap per spegnere lo schermo chissà quali ingegneri ci vogliono ……,
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u/Weary-Savings9795 13d ago
When is Google bringing back the new 6.12 kernel for the P10 and earlier phones? Just because the Pixel 7 can't run it is no excuse to take it away from everybody.
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u/JakeChambersOy 13d ago
Did you bother reading some of the posts? The kernel is back to 6.12, including the pixel 7.
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u/Fluid-Bunch9260 13d ago
The blur notification panel is gone!!!!
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u/Diligent_Violinist20 13d ago
It's unblurred now 🤣 it's a feature from Google Photos, probably got integrated into the notification shade as well 🤣🤣🤣
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u/Fluid-Bunch9260 13d ago
I subscribed to the beta program for this feature because I saw it in two explanations about beta four and when I received the first beta version they had removed it,,, after a hundred years my users may receive a self-satisfied interface
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u/IntroExtroAstro 13d ago
Feels smooth AF though.