Google has started the phased rollout of the June 2022 Security patch via OTA for all Google Pixel devices supporting the Android 12 version. The latest security patch brings some major improvements in the areas such as Apps, Audio, Camera, systems, and many more.
The June 2022 Security patch was released on June 6th 2022
With the release of the June 2022 Security Patch, Google has also rolled out their latest feature Drop which is being rolled out from Pixel 4 to the latest flagship devices Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. Keep reading, we have discussed the latest features of Drop in the article below.
From Pixel 4 to Pixel 6 Pro, all the devices supporting Android 12 are receiving the update. Remember that this is a staged rollout. It is rolling out in phases to ensure that no critical bugs are found and users will receive the OTA notification once the update is available for their Pixel device.
Eligible Devices For June 2022 Security Patch With Their Launch Dates
All these Pixel devices have received the Android 12 update. Therefore, these supported devices are receiving the June 2022 security patch update
Pixel 4 (XL) – 22nd October 2019 with Android 10
Pixel 4a – 05th November 2021 with Android 11
Pixel 4a (5G) – 05th November 2021 with Android 11
Pixel 5 – 15th August 2021 with Android 11
Pixel 5a (5G) – 26th August 2021 with Android 11
Pixel 6 – 28th October 2021 With Android 12
Pixel 6 Pro – 28th October 2021 With Android 12
For most of the Pixel devices, Android 12 may be the last update except for Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro.
Google Pixel Drop Features
Google has started rolling out their new feature Drop from Google Pixel 4 to their latest flagship phones Pixel 6 and 6 Pro. From Music videos to vaccine cards and more, new Drop features are a boost for the supported Pixel devices. Let's see what are the new features.
Make Music With Videos: The latest Drop feature lets you turn sounds into music that you hear every day. In collaboration with teenage engineering, pocket operator™ for Pixel™ lets you shoot video content and turn it into fun music and video cut-ups. Layer sounds, add visual effects, create patterns and beats and mix it all together to make your own unique tracks.
Vaccine Cards: Outing and you need to show your vaccine proof card? You don't need to struggle to find your vaccine card screenshot. Else, now you can create a shortcut on your home screen to quickly retrieve it. This feature is available in the United States, Canada, and Australia.
New At a Glance Features:
Nest Doorbell Video: From your lock screen, you can now see who has rung your Nest Doorbell. This functionality requires the Google Home or Nest app, as well as a compatible Nest Doorbell (available separately).
Flashlight Reminder & Shortcut: If you mistakenly leave your flashlight on, you'll now receive a reminder and shortcut to switch it off.
Air Quality Alerts: Air quality warnings for your present area will keep you safe and protect you. This function is only available in the United States, Australia, and India. The feature will be rolling out soon.
New Wallpapers for Pride Month: Collaborating with the illustrator Yann Bastard, three new wallpapers for Pride Month have been introduced in the Drop feature.
Sound Amplifier: Sound Amplifier was created and for people who have hearing loss. It uses your phone to enhance and filter crucial sounds in your environment. Conversation mode enhances the voice you want while filtering out background noise and other voices you don't. It's based on a deep learning model that analyses both audio and visual cues to differentiate speech. Focus your camera on the person you wish to speak with and tune in solely to them. This feature is available to all Pixel users.
In addition to new features, the June 2022 update includes several fixes and improvements across many areas including device performance, stability, connectivity, and more – see below for some notable improvements.
Apps
Fix for issue causing Google app crash after updating device in certain conditions *[2].
Fix for issue preventing GBoard from appearing in certain apps (A-230151581) *[1].
Audio
Fix for issues causing loud noise artefacts during calls under certain conditions *[2].
Fix for issue preventing audio playback over USB accessories when using certain third-party apps *[2].
Fix for issue preventing incoming notifications for calls in certain conditions (A-199020405) *[1].
Fix for issue preventing pre-screened calls to be accepted in certain conditions *[2].
Battery & Power
General improvements for idle power consumption under certain conditions (A-205165830, A-224923101) *[2].
Biometrics
Fix for issue occasionally causing rear fingerprint unlock to take longer than expected (A-215532798, A-223330132) *[3].
Fix for issue causing under-display fingerprint unlock to fail while in a call with AOD active *[2].
Bluetooth
General improvements for Bluetooth stability & performance *[4].
Camera
Fix for issue causing white screen to display after double tapping power to open Camera (A-226673984) *[1].
Fix for issue occasionally causing Camera to launch when tapping power button for Emergency SOS mode *[1].
Fix for issue occasionally causing click sound in the background of captured videos (A-222556615) *[2].
General improvements for camera stability & performance *[2].
Display & Graphics
Fix for issue causing display artifacts after waking device in certain conditions *[2].
Fix for issue causing display artifacts in Photos preview in certain conditions *[2].
Sensors
Fix for issue causing display brightness to increase when flashlight is turned on (A-219732625) *[2].
Fix for issue preventing contactless payments in certain conditions *[5].
Improvements for adaptive brightness response in low light levels *[2].
System
General improvements for system stability & performance *[2].
Kernel update to 4.14.261 for Pixel 4, Pixel 4 XL & Pixel 4a.
Kernel update to 4.19.224 for Pixel 4a (5G), Pixel 5 & Pixel 5a (5G).
Kernel update to 5.10.81 for Pixel 6 & Pixel 6 Pro.
Telephony
General improvements for network connection stability & performance *[4].
User Interface
Add behavior to open Clock after tapping on the next alarm on home screen *[1].
Fix for issue causing SIM color option to appear invisible in Settings (A-209976548) *[1].
Fix for issue causing split app divider to overlay animation while switching between apps (A-214940784) *[1].
Fix for issue causing status bar to overlay on top of certain apps on devices with a display cutout (A-216374000) *[1].
Fix for issue occasionally causing lock screen wallpaper to appear hidden while using Android Auto *[1].
Fix for issue occasionally causing lockscreen UI to appear hidden after waking device (A-215207532) *[1].
Fix for issue occasionally causing notification panel to display on top half of the screen (A-227442690) *[1].
Fix for issue occasionally causing PIN unlock keyboard to appear incorrectly scaled on lock screen *[1].
Fix for issue occasionally causing Quick Settings to appear invisible after swiping down notification panel *[1].
Fix for issue occasionally causing system crash when UI toasts are triggered (A-219780255) *[1].
Wi-Fi
General improvements for Wi-Fi stability & performance *[2].
How long does Google Pixel’s Android take for the update?
Pixel phones receive Android version updates for at least three years from their launch date.
Pixel phones get security updates for at least 3 years from when the device first became available on the Google Store. Up to Google Pixel 5A, the software policy remains the same.
Pixel 6 Series to get up to 5 years of Security Patches.
How to update your Pixel Smartphone?
To check for updates in your pixel phone, you need to:
Open your phone’s Settings app
Near the bottom, tap System > Advanced > System update.
You’ll see your update status. Follow any steps on the screen.
Check for an Update:
To check if a security update is available, tap Security update.
To check if a Google Play system update is available, tap Google Play system update.
Do check periodically to see if an update is available.
The Google Pixel Series of lineup started receiving the February 2022 Security Patch with new features & improvements in the system. Every month Google publishes Android Security Bulletin on the very first Monday of every month. Thus it’s no surprise as Google released its February 2022 Security patch this time on its first week
Released on 7th February 2022 – Monday
The Pixel 6 Series of devices are getting a fix in Camera wherein users devices were getting rebooted in certain conditions & fixes in Bluetooth connectivity as well.
A little background about Pixel 6 Series: It was considered the best selling Pixel device, but unfortunately the software was major concern as it had a ton of bugs and issues & slowly its getting resolved.
This device is the most longest software supported device.
From Pixel 3a to Pixel 6 devices are getting the latest update
This update was the much-needed update for Pixel Series as this update brings minor & major improvements for the Pixel 6 & Pixel 6 Pro Devices and a lot of bug fixes after the android 12 updates.
Pixel phones receive Android version updates for at least three years from when the device first became available.
Pixel phones get security updates for at least 3 years from when the device first became available on the Google Store up to Google Pixel 5A the software policy remains the same.
Google plans, to extend their update policy from Pixel 6 onwards!!
**Pixel 6 Series to get up to 5 years of Security Patch
How to update your Pixel Smartphone?
To check for updates in your pixel phone,
Open your phone’s Settings app
Near the bottom, tap System > Advanced > System update.
You’ll see your update status. Follow any steps on the screen.
Check for an Update:
To check if a security update is available, tap Security update.
To check if a Google Play system update is available, tap Google Play system update.
Do check periodically to see an update is available.
The Pixel Series of lineup started receiving the January 2022 Security Patch with new features & improvements in the system. Every month Google publishes Android Security Bulletin on the very first Monday of every month but it was late this time. Thus it’s no surprise as Google released its January 2022 Security patch this time on its first week
Released on 5th January 2022 - Wednesday
Unfortunately, the Pixel 6 Series may get this update at the end of this month, As they encountered a serious issue in the month of December 2021, users had faced call dropping & certain issues, which resulted in halting the update for the Pixel 6 Series. Visit the official community for the proper breakdown of the Pixel 6 Series December 2021 Update Paused
As per users, the main highlight of this update is that it re-enabled Chrome cast volume controls, on the side of the main volume settings. may or may not be a valuable feature depending upon the user.
From Pixel 3a to Pixel 5a devices are getting the latest update
This update was the much-needed update for Pixel Series as this update brings minor & major improvements for the Pixel 6 & Pixel 6 Pro Devices and a lot of bug fixes after the android 12 updates.
Eligible Devices for January 2022 Security patch with their launch dates :–
All these Pixel devices have received Android 12 update: Getting New Update with January 2022 Security Patch - Improvements & Patch Fixes
Pixel 3a/3a XL – 15th May 2019 with Android 9
Pixel 4/4 XL – 22nd October 2019 with Android 10
Pixel 4a – 05th November 2021 with Android 11
Pixel 4a/ 4a 5G – 05th November 2021 with Android 11
Pixel 5 – 15th August 2021 with Android 11
Pixel 5a (5G) – 26th August 2021 with Android 11
Pixel 6 – 28th October 2021 With Android 12
Pixel 6 Pro – 28th October 2021 with Android 12
Update Details
Device with Build Numbers
Globally
Pixel 3a (XL): SQ1A.220105.002
Pixel 4 (XL): SQ1A.220105.002
Pixel 4a: SQ1A.220105.002
Pixel 4a (5G): SQ1A.220105.002
Pixel 5: SQ1A.220105.002
Pixel 5a (5G): SQ1A.220105.002
Pixel 6 – May expect few delays in Availability, end of the month for most users
Pixel 6 Pro – May expect few delaysin Availability, end of the month for most users
Pixel phones receive Android version updates for at least three years from when the device first became available.
Google plans, to extend their update policy from Pixel 6 onwards!!
Pixel phones get security updates for at least 3 years from when the device first became available on the Google Store up to Google Pixel 5A the software policy remains the same.
**Pixel 6 Series to get up to 5 years of Security Patch
How to update your Pixel Smartphone?
To check for updates in your pixel phone,
Open your phone’s Settings app
Near the bottom, tap System > Advanced > System update.
You’ll see your update status. Follow any steps on the screen.
Check for an Update:
To check if a security update is available, tap Security update.
To check if a Google Play system update is available, tap Google Play system update.
Do check periodically to see an update is available.
The Pixel Series of lineup started receiving the December 2021 Security Patch with new pixel drop features. Every month Google publishes Android Security Bulletin on the very first Monday of every month. Thus it’s no surprise as Google released its December 2021 Security patch on the first day of the month.
From Pixel 3a to Pixel 6 devices are getting the latest update
This update was the much-needed update for Pixel Series as this update brings minor & major improvements for the Pixel 6 & Pixel 6 Pro Devices and a lot of bug fixes after the android 12 update.
Eligible Devices for December 2021 Security patch with their launch dates –
All these Pixel devices have received Android 12 update: Getting New Pixel Drop Feature Update with December 2021 Security Patch
Pixel 3a/3a XL – 15th May 2019 with Android 9
Pixel 4/4 XL – 22nd October 2019 with Android 10
Pixel 4a – 05th November 2021 with Android 11
Pixel 4a/ 4a 5G – 05th November 2021 with Android 11
Pixel 5 – 15th August 2021 with Android 11
Pixel 5a (5G) – 26th August 2021 with Android 11
Pixel 6 – 28th October 2021 With Android 12
Pixel 6 Pro – 28th October 2021 with Android 12
Update Details
Device with Build Numbers
Globally
Pixel 3a (XL):SQ1A.211205.008
Pixel 4 (XL):SQ1A.211205.008
Pixel 4a: SQ1A.211205.008
Pixel 4a (5G): SQ1A.211205.008
Pixel 5: SQ1A.211205.008
Pixel 5a (5G): SQ1A.211205.008
Pixel 6 - May expect few delays in Availability, end of the month for most users
Pixel 6 Pro - May expect few delaysin Availability, end of the month for most users
An easier way to share files with people around you.
Nearby Share lets you send photos, videos, files, map locations, and more. Now you can quickly find nearby UWB devices to share with through the highlighted arc right on your screen
Your Pixel is also a car key.
With digital car key, you can lock, unlock, and even start your car with your phone. Now, on select BMW models, you can do all of these things from your Pixel with just a tap*[4].
Quick Tap to Snap.
You can already customize the actions your Pixel takes when you use Quick Tap, from taking a screenshot to playing music. With Quick Tap to Snap, now you can access Snapchat directly from your lock screen, making Pixel the fastest phone to open Snapchat. Simply tap twice on the back of your Pixel to open Snapchat, so you’ll never miss a shareable moment*[1]. Starting in December you’ll also be able to apply a new Pixel-exclusive Lens – Pixel Face – to your Snaps. Look out more for Pixel-exclusive Lenses in future feature drops.
Find even more music with new features in Now Playing.
Now Playing’s new search button can help you find much more music. If your phone hasn’t identified a track automatically, tap the search button to use Google to find it*[5]. And now, when you find a track you like, you can save it to your favorites so you can easily go back and listen to it later*[6]. Just tap the musical note next to the track recognition on your lock screen to add it as a favorite. Find your favorites in Now Playing history.
Your Pixel can call for help, even if you can’t.
When car crash detection is turned on in the Personal Safety app, your phone can help detect if you’ve been in a severe car accident*[8].
If a crash is detected, your phone will check in with you to see if you’re OK. If there’s no response, Pixel can share your location and other relevant details with emergency responders. Car crash detection is now supported in Taiwan, Italy, and France, in addition to Spain, Ireland, Japan, the UK, Australia, Singapore, and the US.
Recorder now transcribes in more languages.
Recorder lets you instantly transcribe audio into text so you can search, edit, and share your recordings. It’s fast, it’s easy, and it’s now available in Japanese, French, and German on Pixel 3 and newer Pixel phones*[9].
It’s all about that bass.
Get more control over the bass levels on your Pixel Buds A-Series*[10]. You can now use a slider that lets you adjust the bass from -1 to +4, giving you twice the bass range you have now. So go ahead and pump up that bass.
New Curated Culture wallpapers.
Keep your Pixel screens culturally relevant with the latest Curated Culture wallpaper collection*[11]. This latest installment celebrates International Day of People with Disabilities. We worked with Dana Kearley (she/they), a chronically ill and disabled multidisciplinary artist. Their work is inherently autobiographical, and is grounded in tenderness, sickness, and disability. It explores the complexities and nuances of living in a sick and disabled body while playfully using color, texture, light, and shadow.
Press and hold the power button to get help from Google.
With Android 12, you can now press and hold the power button to get help from your Google Assistant. You can also adjust how long you’d like to hold the power button to activate Google Assistant*[7].
How long does Google pixel’s Android take for the update:
The Pixel Series is getting their first security patch, update after the release of Android 12, along with the newer Pixel 6 Series, this update brings November 2021 Security Patch mainly but also brings a bunch of improvements to the Android 12 UI & System.
From Pixel 3a to Pixel 6 devices are getting the latest update
Every month Google publishes Android Security Bulletin on the very first Monday of every month. Thus it's no surprise as Google released its November 2021 Security patch on the first day of the month.
Google published the Android Security Bulletin for November 2021 with security updates yet to reach Pixel Phones. This is the very first update to hit Android 12, with Google Pixel 6 series having already received the same as Day-1 OTA.
On most phones, the November patches will land as part of a minor update to their existing Android 10, Android 11, or Android 12-based builds.
Google's Pixel came about as a brand in 2013 which runs on Android operating system.
Eligible Devices for November 2021 Security patch with their launch dates -
All these Pixel devices have received Android 12 update:
Pixel 3/3 XL - October 2018 with Android 9 -->> Will no longer get software support
Pixel 3a/3a XL - 15th May 2019 with Android 9
Pixel 4/4 XL - 22nd October 2019 with Android 10
Pixel 4a - 05th November 2021 with Android 11
Pixel 4a/ 4a 5G - 05th November 2021 with Android 11
Pixel 5 - 15th August 2021 with Android 11
Pixel 5a (5G) - 26th August 2021 with Android 11
Pixel 6 - 28th October 2021 With Android 12
Pixel 6 Pro - 28th October 2021 with Android 12
Update Details
Device with Build Numbers
Globally
Pixel 3a (XL): SP1A.211105.002
Pixel 4 (XL): SP1A.211105.002
Pixel 4a: SP1A.211105.002
Pixel 4a (5G): SP1A.211105.003
Pixel 5: SP1A.211105.003
Pixel 5a (5G): SP1A.211105.003
Pixel 6: SD1A.210817.036
Pixel 6 Pro: SD1A.210817.036
VzW & VzW MVNOs
Pixel 3a (XL): SP1A.211105.002.A1
Pixel 4 (XL): SP1A.211105.002.A1
Pixel 4a: SP1A.211105.002.A1
Pixel 4a (5G): SP1A.211105.002.A1
Pixel 5: SP1A.211105.002.A1
Pixel 5a (5G): SP1A.211105.002.A1
Pixel 6: SD1A.210817.036.A8
Pixel 6 Pro: SD1A.210817.036.A8
Telstra, Optus, Vodafone AU
Pixel 4 (XL): SP1A.211105.004
Pixel 4a: SP1A.211105.004
Pixel 4a (5G): SP1A.211105.004
Pixel 5: SP1A.211105.004
Android: Android 12
UI: Stock UI
Update type: Security update with Notable Fixes
Security Patch: November 2021
Update Size: 23.40 MB
Region: Globally
Official Changelog:
Audio
Fix to prevent issues with notification sounds in certain conditions
Bluetooth
Improvements for audio quality in certain scenarios
Power
Improvements for wireless charging behavior in certain orientations
Stability
Stability improvements for third party apps
System UI
Fix to prevent issue with the keyboard displaying over other apps in certain conditions
Fix for hidden UI elements in certain conditions
Improvements for auto-brightness response in certain lighting conditions
Fix to improve transition to animation performance in overview screen in certain conditions
Fix to improve PIP media playback with certain apps
Fix to improve connection stability with certain apps in certain conditions.
In addition to the above, the November update includes several fixes and improvements across many areas including device performance, stability, connectivity, and more.
How long does Google pixel’s Android take for the update:
