Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3
- Build ID: BP41.250916.009.A1
- October 2025 Security Patch
- Play Services: 25.34.34
- Turn off "Enable desktop experience features" in Settings > System > Developer options before updating (Learn more)
- Now media player appears on lockscreen (not included in Google's report)

Fixes
- Google Play System Updates installation issue
- Home screen shortcuts appeared as blank gray circles
- Incorrect colouring of Wallet icon in lockscreen
- Adaptive charging, swipe up gesture, selected theme does not apply on first attempt
- 50MP captured from other lens displayed rainbow artifacts
- Excessive CPU usage on launchers
- Bluetooth audio for calls
- 6GHz Wi-Fi networks connection issue for NZ users
- Type special characters in GUI terminal
- Swiping lockscreen widgets and notification shade lag issue
- Screen froze upon unlocking, screen noise and unexpected device crashes

Download: Factory Images | OTA Images | GSI
Changes: Android Developers
#Updates #A16 #Beta #Pixel @PixelHubUpdates

YouTube was down
As of 00:10 UTC, YouTube can now play videos as usual.

#News #YouTube @PIxelHubUpdates

​​In celebration of the upcoming festival of Diwali, Google Photos has launched three new, exclusive collage frames designed specifically for its users in India. This festive update aims to help people create and share their holiday memories in a more creative and personalized way.

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Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3.1
- Build ID: BP41.250916.010 (Pixel 6 series), BP41.250916.010.A1
- October 2025 Security Patch
- Play Services: 25.34.34
- The last update was pulled due to an issue updating with “Enable desktop experience features” enabled, below are methods to boot the device, listed by Google (More info):
- Ideally, let the system recover itself back to Beta 2 after the system fails to boot a few times
- If you have (ADB) USB debugging enabled in developer options before the bootloop
- Sideload the new OTA package update
- If you are on the Android Recovery page after the bootloop: Factory reset
- Factory wipe/reset from Recovery/Rescue mode

Download: Factory Images | OTA Images | GSI
Changes: Android Developers
#Updates #A16 #Beta #Pixel @PixelHubUpdates

Google Earth AI: Gemini enters the room
- Introduced back in July, the features are now available for Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers in the U.S., with Professional and Professional Advanced users receiving it a few weeks later
- Geospatial Reasoning: Identify possible threats for incoming weather situations, like which communities might flood during a heavy rain
- Gemini capabilities: Ask any questions naturally, while Gemini helps to find the answers by scanning satellite imagery
- Also in Google Cloud: Organisations can use their database to get the results they needed

More info: Google Blog
#Apps #Earth @PixelHubUpdates

Android Canary 2510 (Released: 21/10/2025)
- Build ID: ZP11.250926.010
- New flashlight slider UI
- As Android Canary branch never receive proper changelog and receive subtle changes occasionally like this time, going forward there might be or might not be changes listed over here, though new discovery will be added if found, thanks for the understanding

Download: Android Flash Tool | Pixel Factory Images Tracker
More info: Android Developers | BetaWiki
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October 2025 WearOS 5.1 Pixel Watch 1 Update
- Build ID: BW1A.251005.003.W1
- The last guaranteed update hit the first generation Pixel Watch
- Security patch level is still listed as June 5, 2025
- Security updates and bug fixes (the only change mentioned by Google)

Download: Factory Images | OTA Images
Changes: Pixel Watch Community
#Updates #W5 #Watch @PixelHubUpdates

Pixel 10a leak renders & specs
- Plastic back with no camera bump
- Similar looks to Pixel 9a (color might not be real)
- Expected to launch in early 2026
- Display: 6.2-inch
- Dimensions: 153.9 x 72.9 x 9mm
- Chip: Tensor G4 (higher clocked)
- Price: $499 (128GB)
- Note: Above information should be taken with a grain of salt, as these are currently just speculations

More info: Android Headlines
#Pixel #Pixel10a @PixelHubUpdates

YouTube Platform October 2025 Update
Higher resolution
- Videos below 1080p will be upscaled to HD, with 4K support coming soon
- Users can watch video at its original uploaded resolution, with creators being able to opt-out of this change
- Thumbnail file limit raise from 2MB to 50MB, large video uploads available to select creators

TV updates
- Immersive previews for channels section on homepage
- Contexual search within channels
- Scan QR code for product page while watching videos

Content moderation
- Online gambling is prohibited on the platform
- Videos that show social casino or graphic gaming content will be age-restricted
- The changes will be effective November 17, 2025

More info: Google Blog | YouTube Community
#Apps #YouTube @PixelHubUpdates

Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3.2
- Build ID: BP41.250916.012 (Pixel 6 series), BP41.250916.012.A1
- October 2025 Security Patch
- Play Services: 25.34.34
- This release primarily contains fixes that enhance device stability (mentioned by Google)
- Fixed lock screen clock style issue

Download: Factory Images | OTA Images | GSI
Changes: Android Developers
#Updates #A16 #Beta #Pixel @PixelHubUpdates

NotebookLM: More natural conversations are saved
- Natural conversations: 1 million token context window for everyone and increased multiturn conversation's capacity
- Deeper insights: Explore sources from multiple angles
- Saved conversation history: All your previous conversations will be automatically saved, you can delete them at any time, and are only visible to you
- Personalise chat with goals: Set specific goal, voice or role for the chat

More info; Google Blog
#Apps #NotebookLM @PixelHubUpdates

Alternative payment options for apps in Google Play in the US
- Under US District Court's order, Google is required to lift up payment system restriction in the US starting October 29
- Developers can now opt to use third-party payment system instead of Google Play Billing
- Developers can also clearly state where the users can pay for the digital goods in the app

More info: Play Console Help
#News #Play @PixelHubUpdates

Late October 2025 Android 16 Pixel Update
- Build ID: BP3A.251005.004.B2, BP3A.251005.004.B3 (Pixel 9 series except 9a), BD3A.251005.003.W4 (Pixel 10 series), BD3A.251005.003.E1 (Pixel 10 Pro Fold)
- This update excludes Pixel 6 series again and Pixel Tablet
- The current software update provides performance improvements for your device, as listed by Verizon (Google said nothing)

Download: Factory Images | OTA Images
Changes: Android Security Bulletin | Pixel Security Bulletin
#Updates #A16 #Pixel @PixelHubUpdates

LineageOS 23.0 for Pixel 6 and newer models
- Initially, only the Pixel 4a 5G, Pixel 5, and Pixel 5a were promoted
- After months of work, most (16) Pixel devices with Tensor chips are receiving LineageOS 23 builds, with them now available on the download portal
- Pixel 9a is now part of the family; Pixel 10's fate remains to be seen without device trees from Google
- Pixel 1 to Pixel 4 series will continue to receive LineageOS 22.2 update as usual

#News #LineageOS @PixelHubUpdates

Travel made easy
- Chrome allows you to fill in passport, driver’s license number, vehicle license plate and more with autofill
- Street View for Bosnia and Herzegovina is now available (Places to explore)
- Google Maps for Android Automotive to become smarter by providing real-time navigation help (more precise live lane guidance), the experience will debut on Polestar 4s in the U.S. and Sweden in the coming months

#Apps #Chrome #Maps @PixelHubUpdates

Gemini and new tools in Google Maps
Gemini
- Ask anything about like popular dishes, landmarks, EV chargers or petrol stations nearby
- Multi-step tasks let you follow-up with relevant questions and add new stops or destination quickly
- Share ETA with friends on Android and add calendar events
- Available in the coming weeks on Android and iOS, Android Auto to be supported

Miscellaneous (available on Android and iOS in the U.S.)
- Landmark-based navigation highlights famous buildings, alongside road signs to guide you better in the area
- Proactive traffic alerts notify about the disruptions on the road ahead, even while you are not navigating (Android only for now)
- Lens with Gemini let you have conversations about your surroundings

More info: Google Blog
#Apps #Maps @PixelHubUpdates

A few taps away for relevant answers
Gemini Deep Research
- Now you can choose to pull information from Gmail, Drive, and Chat, alongside sources from the web
- Available for everyone, rolling out to mobile users in the coming days

AI Mode button in Google Chrome
- Easily access AI mode and Incognito mode from the New Tab page
- Available now in the U.S., coming soon to everyone in the future
- WIP: Soon you can also attach images and documents directly in the omnibox, which enters AI mode directly

#Apps #Gemini #Chrome @PixelHubUpdates

Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3.3
- Build ID: BP41.250916.015 (Pixel 6 series), BP41.250916.015.A1
- October 2025 Security Patch
- Play Services: 25.34.34
- At the time of writing, this update is still hidden, with no announcements from Google
- Update: The build is available publicly a day later
- Fixed device froze and wouldn’t respond from the lock screen

Download: Factory Images | OTA Images | GSI | Pixel Factory Images Tracker
Changes: Android Developers
#Updates #A16 #Beta #Pixel @PixelHubUpdates

November 2025 Android 16 Pixel Update
- Build ID:BP3A.251105.015, BP3A.251105.013.A1 (Pixel Tablet), BP3A.251105.015.E1 (Pixel 10 series)
- This update excludes Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro
- Audio [except Pixel 10 series]: Addressed an issue that caused occasional system instability and performance slowdowns under certain conditions.
- Camera [Pixel 9, 10 series]: Addressed an issue that caused photos taken with the UW and telephoto lenses to exhibit a rainbow-like color pattern under certain conditions.
- Framework: Addressed an issue that prevented some apps from loading under certain conditions.
- Framework: Addressed an issue where webcam mode didn’t work properly with connected devices under certain conditions.
- Security: The current software update provides the most up-to-date Android security patches for your device.
- Telephony: Fix for issues causing instability and intermittent problems with emergency calling functionality under certain conditions

Download: Factory Images | OTA Images
Changes: Pixel Community | Android Security Bulletin | Pixel Security Bulletin
#Updates #A16 #Pixel @PixelHubUpdates

November 2025 Pixel Drop
- Custom theme: Wicked: For Good theme pack now available till January 31, 2026 in three distinct styles to choose from: For Good, Glinda, and Elphaba
- 'Remix' in Google Messages: Reimagine, edit, and share photos with anyone directly in a conversation, powered by Nano Banana.
- AI-powered Notification Summaries [9+ excl. 9a]: Quick conversation recaps for longer conversations in English. Notification organisation silences lower-priority notifications, coming next month.
-- VIPs with more priority: Be alerted of their new messages and critical alerts wth the new crisis badges on the Contacts widget
- 'Help me edit' in Google Photos: Personalised edits by referring to to other pictures with face groups tag saved in your gallery
- Scam Detection for chat notifications: Automatically displays a "Likely scam" alert when detected suspicious messages, available in the U.S.
- Private AI Compute & Magic Cue [10+]: More timely suggestions with on-device processing
- Power Saving mode in Google Maps [10+]
- Device expansion for apps: Device Health & Support on Pixel 6 and later models; Pixel Journal app on Pixel 8 and later models; Magnifier app on Pixel Fold phones
- Sound Matters Wild Hokkaido sound collection
- AI Mode shortcut in the search bar
- More features in more regions and languages: Scam Detection and Call Notes in Phone for PIxel 9 and later models (except Pixel 9a) in U.K., Ireland, India, Australia, and Canada; My Pixel app in Canada, France, Germany, India, Italy, and Spain; Recorder summarisation feature now features Hindi, Italian, and Traditional Chinese (Mandarin), with support for Pixel 8 and later models

More info: Pixel Community | Google Blog
#Updates #A16 #Pixel #Drop @PixelHubUpdates

📰 Google Posts Device Trees For Booting Pixel 10 Hardware With The Mainline Linux Kernel

A Chromium engineer at Google posted the initial Device Tree (DT) files for being able to boot their latest-generation Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL devices with the mainline Linux kernel...

🔗 Source: https://www.phoronix.com/news/Google-Pixel-10-Google-DTs