Although the Pixel 9 line is not officially in the Android 15 beta program, it is already receiving the new operating system.
Google has released Android 15 Beta 4.2 for Pixel 9 devices, bringing several important improvements and fixes. This version arrives just days after the release of Android 15 for previous-generation Pixel line models and also follows the release of Android 15 QPR1 Beta 1 for the Pixel 8a and older models. The official and stable release of Android 15 should happen soon.
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♦ What's new in Android 15 Beta 4.2?
With firmware AP31.240617.015, Android 15 Beta 4.2 arrives with the latest security suite, ensuring devices are protected against newly discovered vulnerabilities. This update was released shortly before the presentation event for the new Pixel smartphones, although these new models still need to be officially in the Android 15 beta program.
Android 15 Beta 4.2 brought a series of fixes to improve the user experience. Among the main changes, the following stand out:
▪ Resolving screen-on delays: Some users have experienced delays when turning on their screen. The update resolved this problem, providing a more agile response from the device.
▪ YouTube crash fix: A bug that caused crashes when trying to open the YouTube app has been resolved, ensuring a more stable viewing experience.
▪ Camera transparent bar fix: One of the issues reported by users was a gray transparent bar that appeared when trying to access the camera. This flaw has been corrected, ensuring a cleaner and more interference-free view.
▪ Adjustment of camera sensor saturation: The new version of Android also improved the saturation of the camera sensor, optimizing the quality of captured photos and videos.
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♦ When will Android 15 arrive on my phone?
As for the official launch of Android 15, Google plans to make the final version available during the third quarter of 2024, although a specific date has yet to be announced.
Currently, only Google Pixel devices are compatible with the beta version of Android 15, allowing users to try out the new features before the official launch. Below is the list of models within the official beta program:
Google Pixel 6;
Google Pixel 6 Pro;
Google Pixel 6a;
Google Pixel 7;
Google Pixel 7 Pro;
Google Pixel 7a;
Google Pixel Fold;
Google Pixel Tablet;
Google Pixel 8;
Google Pixel 8 Pro;
Google Pixel 9;
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL.