Google dropped Android 15 QPR2 Beta 2.1 to fine-tune connectivity, customization, performance, and stability in the beta channel. The update includes January 2025 security patches and fixes issues like app crashes,

Google’s January 2025 Android patches are out now for Pixel devices. Fixes include improvements to audio and camera stability, and issues with flashing lines and icon colors. These updates are separate form the Pixel 4a’s battery update, due to arrive tomorrow.

Google has confirmed that “we have started to roll out the monthly software update for January 2025. All supported Pixel devices running Android 15 will receive these software updates starting today,

Google's first Android update of 2025 is here with Pixel fixes, including one for dark mode users with glitchy icons

Google is rolling out the January 2025 update for all eligible Pixel devices. The new firmware focuses mainly on bug fixes.

While the camera’s speculated to drop down from the current 64MP shooter to a 48MP, it could come with newer pixel binning algorithms and potentially a larger sensor to deliver better results. As for the rest of the phone, it’s tipped to gain the Tensor G4 chip and a slightly bigger battery.

As a token of gratitude, Google will provide free battery replacement for "Impacted Device" Pixel 4a units. However, this option is only available in selected countries, including the US, the UK, Canada, Germany, Singapore and India. This offer is also only applicable unless stocks last.

Google has released the January 2025 security update for its Pixel devices, the first update of the year. The update is rolling out to supported Pixel devices, including models from the Pixel 6 series up to the latest Pixel 9 Pro Fold,