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Android 15 QPR2, Pixel

Custom icon shapes might return to Pixel phones with Android 16

Custom icon shapes for Pixel phones were spotted in the latest Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 update and posted on the Telegram channel Google News. This is a beloved feature Google removed way back with Android 12, along with custom status bar icons and fonts. At least one of those things is coming back, although there appears to be a limit.

Android Authority · 19h

Pixel phones get a major kernel upgrade with Android 15 QPR2

Google is preparing to upgrade the kernel version of all Tensor-powered Pixels to Linux 6.1 in Android 15 QPR2.

Android Police · 20h

The March 2025 Pixel Feature Drop gets its first beta with Android 15 QPR2

Google told us this was coming weeks ago. Now Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 has finally arrived with our first look at the March 2025 Pixel Feature Drop.

Yahoo · 10h

Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 starts for enrolled Pixels

Google highlighted the start of Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 to Pixel testers on Reddit. The update contains the November security patch and a list of known issues users may encounter. The QPR2 update is expected to arrive as the March 2025 feature drop while we brace for a much earlier Android 16 launch.

Android Authority · 21h

Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 is here, coming to Pixels soon (Update: How soon is now?)

If you own a recent Google Pixel smartphone, get ready to give the Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 a shot and see what new features are on the way.

The Pixel Watch is about to get a long-awaited software update

After an unfortunate delay, Wear OS 5 is finally coming to first- and second-gen Pixel Watch models in a software update.

Yahoo16h

Android 15 QPR2 brings the Pixel 9's new Linux kernel to all Tensor-powered phones and tablets

Google is updating the Android Linux kernel to 6.1.99 for all Tensor-powered Pixel devices, including the Pixel 6 ...

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Best Buy selling the Google Pixel 9 for $549 (or less), regardless of color

You can get the Google Pixel 9 for just $549, and some can bring the price down to a mere $449. Come learn how!

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Pixel & iPhone are singing together in Google's latest video ad

Google has just released a new #BestFriendsForever ad, and both Pixel and iPhone are signing in it. It's also movie-inspired.

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Google is finally resuming the Wear OS 5 rollout for older Pixel Watch models – here's what you need to know

Google says Pixel Watch users can expect the update to land over the ... which are still some of the best Android ...

Google Pixel Fold 9 Pro: The Upgrade You’ve Been WAITING For?

The Google Pixel Fold 9 Pro is a significant entry in the rapidly evolving foldable smartphone market, offering a compelling ...

Android Circuit: Critical Pixel Security Update, Honor Magic7 Pro Launch, Galaxy S25+ Benchmarks

This week’s Android headlines; a critical Google Pixel security update, Galaxy S25+ benchmarks, Pixel market share win, ...

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Is Google or Samsung Better on Android? According to Our Experience... Yes.

Between Google and Samsung, Android users are spoiled for choice. The Google Pixel line is stronger than ever thanks ...

Android 16’s early release date is a good sign for the Pixel 10

Google did something unexpected this year when it comes to its Pixel phones and the latest version of Android. The ...

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Google rolling out Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 to Pixel

The Android Beta Feedback app is available on Pixel to submit problems. You can access it from the app drawer or via Quick Settings to file bugs in the Google issue tracker, while the Android ...

Google Pixel 10 & Pixel 11 leaks reveal wild upgrades are coming [Video]

Forget the Pixel 9, because these future Google Pixel leaks are already out of control! So no sooner have Google's latest ...

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