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The Pixel 6 lineup is one of the most exciting and powerful Google has had to offer in recent years. Unlike the previous generation of Pixel devices, this year’s devices are powered by an in-house developed SoC known as Tensor.
While it is still unclear which components come from Google itself, the new Titan M2 security chip and the TPU for AI operations are definitely designed by the tech giant.
This is accompanied by a fresh visual design that makes the Pixel devices more attractive. The Pixel 6 features a 6.4-inch 90Hz display whereas its bigger cousin, the Pixel 6 Pro sports a 6.7-inch 120Hz display that is sure to turn heads.
Pixel 6 Pro According to Google, the in-house developed Tensor SoC is 80% faster compared to the CPU on the Pixel 5 whereas the GPU will provide a whopping 370% increase in performance.
The addition of the in-house SoC also means that Google can optimize the CPU better just like Apple did on the iPhone. Also, it looks like Google is trying to distinguish the Pixel 6 Pro from the Pixel 6, with the former no longer just a larger screen variant of the Pixel 6.
Apart from the price difference, the Pixel 6 Pro sports more RAM and an additional 48MP telephoto lens. Moreover, the Pixel 6 Pro storage options go up to 512GB compared to the Pixel 6’s 256GB.
The Mountain-View-based tech giant also made it clear that the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro won’t be coming to India because of ‘global demand supply issues.’
We want to remind you that neither the Pixel 4 and the Pixel 5 made it to the Indian smartphone market either. Google recently started pre-orders for the device on the Google Store, which was plagued by a number of issues ranging from shipping time delays to the Store crashing altogether.
Many also said that they were unable to make the purchase even though they had the device in their cart.
The Pixel 6 series will ship with Android 12 out of the box. With all that in mind, we will be tracking all the software updates, including security patches and bug fixes, coming to the Pixel 6 series in this section.
Info. last updated on Version Region / Download Changelog / User reports
Oct. 27
SD1A.210817.036
Global
Released
Nov. 02
SD1A.210817.036
Global
Released
Nov. 04
Android 12L Developer Preview
Global
Coming soon
Nov. 17
SD1A.210817.037.A1
Verizon
Released 1 , 2
Nov. 17
SD1A.210817.037
Global
Released
Info. last updated on Version Region / Download Changelog / User reports
Dec. 14
SQ1D.211205.016.A1
Canada
Released
Dec. 14
SQ1D.211205.016.A4
UK
Released
Jan. 06
December patch
Global
Delisted
Jan. 07
January patch
Global
Expected by Jan-end
Jan. 15
SQ1D.220105.007
Global
Released
Info. last updated on Version Region / Download Changelog / User reports
Feb. 08
SQ1D.220205.003
Global
Released
Feb. 18
SQ1D.220205.004
Global
Released
Feb. 22
March 2022 patch
Global
Expected by March 07
Mar. 10
Android 12 QPR3 beta 1
Global
Released
Mar. 22
Android 12L/March update
Global
Released
Info. last updated on Version Region / Download Changelog / User reports
Apr. 05
April 2022 update
Global
Released
Apr. 06
April 2022 update
Verizon (US)
Released (1 , 2 )
Apr. 08
Android 12 QPR beta 2
Global
Released
Apr. 27
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Global
Android 13 beta 1
May 3
SP2A.220505.002
Global May 2022 patch
Info. last updated on Version Region / Download Changelog / User reports
May 4
SP2A.220505.002
US (Verizon) (1 , 2 )
May 2022 patch
May 5
S3B1.220420.005
Global Android 12 QPR3 Beta 3
May 12
–
Global Android 13 beta 2
May 27
–
Global Android 13 beta 2.1
June 7
SQ3A.220605.009.B1
Global June update + stable Android 12L QPR3
Info. last updated on Version Region / Download Changelog / User reports
June 9
–
Global Android 13 beta 3
June 10
SQ3A.220605.009.A1
Verizon (US) (1 , 2 )
June 2022 update
July 7
SQ3A.220705.003
Global July 2022 update
July 14
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Global Android 13 beta 4
August 2
SQ3A.220705.003.A3
Verizon (USA)July 2022 update
Info. last updated on Version Region / Download Changelog / User reports
August 5
SQ3A.220705.004
Global Fix for GPS location failure
August 5
SQ3A.220705.001.B2
EMEA Fix for GPS location failure
August 5
SQ3A.220705.004.A1
Japan (Softbank) Fix for GPS location failure
August 5
SQ3A.220705.003.A3
Verizon (USA) Fix for GPS location failure
August 5
SQ3A.220705.004
T-Mobile & AT&T (USA) Fix for GPS location failure
In the tables below, we’ll be tracking all the software updates for the Google Pixel 6a.
Info. last updated on Version Region / Download Changelog / User reports
July 29
SD2A.220601.003
Global (Unlocked) June 2022 patch
July 29
SD2A.220601.001.A1
Japan June 2022 patch
July 29
SD2A.220601.002
AT&T & T-Mobile (USA)June 2022 patch
July 29
SD2A.220601.004
Verizon (USA)June 2022 patch
August 2
–
Global Android 13 beta
Info. last updated on Version Region / Download Changelog / User reports
August 5
SD2A.220601.003.B1
Global /EMEA Fix for GPS location failure
August 5
SD2A.220601.001.B1
Japan (Softbank) Fix for GPS location failure
August 5
SD2A.220601.004.B2
Verizon (USA) Fix for GPS location failure
August 5
SD2A.220601.002.B1
T-Mobile & AT&T (USA) Fix for GPS location failure
Like every Pixel series smartphone, this year’s lineup might also have some software or hardware issues. We will be keeping an eye out for bugs and issues with the Pixel 6 lineup and regularly updating this tracker so you don’t have to.
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
June 7
Inconsistent and slow Fingerprint scanner
Fixed
Oct. 29
Nova Launcher keeps crashing
Workaround
Oct. 30
Google Assistant voice typing option greyed out on Gboard app
Workaround
Oct. 30
Pixel Buds A-Series promo code not working error
Workaround
March 22
Noisy viewfinder while using cameras
Fix released
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
Nov. 8
Messing with Pixel 6 animations can cause Always On Display issues
Workaround
May 3
Pixel 6 screen automatically turning on
Fixed
March 08
Pixel 6 Wi-Fi constantly turning off
Fix coming towards March-end
Nov. 9
Chrome won’t update
Workaround
Dec. 04
Can’t open battery settings
Workarounds (1 , 2 )
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
March 22
Telegram app stuck at 60Hz
Fix released
March 22
Pixel 6 Pro ‘display residual light’ flickering issue
Fix released
November 03
Missing ‘Quick Phrases’ option in Google Assistant
Workaround
November 03
Missing ‘Vibrate mode’ icon in status bar
Unacknowledged
December 10
Bluetooth audio playback occasionally pausing on YouTube, Spotify & other apps
Fixed
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
November 05
Android Auto doesn’t appear on App launcher
Expected behavior
November 06
Accidentally calling random contacts
Fixed
December 10
Unlocked Verizon Pixel 6 Pro and Pixel 6 units not getting OTA update
Fixed
March 07
Constantly PIN required or ‘Device was locked manually’ notification
Potential workaround
November 12
Missing 2FA sign-in prompts on Pixel devices
Workarounds
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
December 10
Cannot turn off Game Dashboard toggle
Fixed
November 09
Some Google Pixel 6 units can be unlocked with other people’s fingerprints
Comes to light
November 10
Fingerprint enrollment failure issue
Assigned for investigation
November 09
No quick mute option on screen when pressing volume keys
Comes to light
March 29
Missing face unlock feature
Potential to be added
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
November 13
Stutters when switching apps or scrolling
Unacknowledged
November 16
Magic Eraser missing after Photos update
Fixed
March 28
Auto-brightness eratic and inconsistent
Workaround
November 18
Pixel 6 Pro not charging at 30W
Explained
June 24
Mobile network keeps dropping
Fix allegedly in works
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
November 19
Transparent or blurred notification shade caused by a bug
Unacknowledged
November 20
H.264 streaming not working with Chrome
Fixed
December 14
Microphone or speaker not working properly
Fixed
November 22
USB OTG camera feature not working properly
Unacknowledged
November 30
HSBC banking app not working
Fixed
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
December 10
Quick tap not working
Improvement update
November 24
Alarm not snoozing using volume buttons
Unacknowledged
November 26
Binance app keeps crashing or lags on the Pixel 6 devices
Unacknowledged (1 , 2 , 3 , 4 , 5 )
March 28
Alleged overheating during normal use
Workarounds
January 15
Hearing Aids Bluetooth connectivity issues
Fix rolling out
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
April 14
Intermittent Bluetooth connection with cars and wireless headphones
Persists with April patch
January 08
Third party chargers and cables not working
Potential Explanation
July 4
Excessive battery drain with the mobile network on standby
Escalated
December 10
Proximity sensor not working
Improvement update
December 02
DJI Drone camera feed not working
Fixed
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
January 10
Screen cracking randomly
Potential causes
January 15
Call Screen and Hold For Me disabled
Fixed
December 23
Fingerprint scanner brightness is not adjustable
Unacknowledged
December 24
Auto-rotate not working correctly
Workaround
July 7
5G, VoWi-Fi, VoLTE issues in Europe
VoLTE calling support
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
December 25
Constantly need to recalibrate compass (not working properly)
Unacknowledged (1 , 2 , 3 , 4 )
January 18
Poor quality in front facing camera
Allegedly acknowledged
December 27
Rear camera lens cracked or broken for some
Unacknowledged
December 28
December patch still not available
Sideloading guide
February 08
Accessibility Service freezes the system
Persists after Feb. patch
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
January 11
Botched update and security patch
Reports
January 12
Chat features or RCS messaging not working when connected to VPN
Acknowleged
January 15
Automatic extra missed call notification
Fixed
January 15
Delayed notification issue
Not fixed in January update
January 15
Call notifications not showing, constant ‘Send Feedback’ pop-up
Unacknowleged
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
January 27
Visual Voicemail not working on some carriers
Unacknowledged (1 , 2 , 3 )
March 11
Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro Wi-Fi auto-connect issue persists after January update
Allegedly fixed with QPR3 Beta 1 update
February 01
Call volume too loud even at the lowest setting
Workaround
February 26
Fingerprint scanner dialog disappears when notification arrives
Issue being looked into
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
January 31
Phone app not showing Bluetooth device names during calls
Unacknowledged
January 31
Phone forgetting Bluetooth devices
Unacknowledged
February 05
Magic Eraser crashing after Google Photos update
Fix released
February 19
Voice-to-text not working
Allegedly fixed
February 08
Display flickering (color shifting) when switching between 90Hz and 60Hz
Workaround
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
March 08
Wifi toggle changes Bluetooth settings after February update
Fix coming towards March-end
February 10
Google Photos saving images upside down
Unacknowledged (1 , 2 , 3 )
February 14
Vibration intensity too weak
Unacknowledged (1 , 2 , 3 )
April 8
Phones make a loud buzzing sound when placing calls
Fixed
February 24
Alarm Say “Stop” pop-up persists on screen
Workaround
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
April 09
CVE-2022-0847, ‘Dirty Pipe’ exploit that could provide full control of your device to attackers
Fixed in Android 12L beta 2
March 12
Updating from Android 13 DP1 to Android 12 QPR3 beta causes bootloops
Fixed
March 21
360 videos flickering in GoPro Max
Acknowledged
March 22
Battery widget missing after March update
Potential Workaround
March 30
Snapchat Night Sight mode still missing or disappeared after March update
Reportedly fixed
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
May 3
Vibration intensity too weak (haptic feedback reduced)
Fixed
April 11
T-Mobile & AT&T users getting spam messages
Known issue
April 12
Ringtones & other alert sounds randomly changes
Unacknowledged
April 18
Calls automatically getting declined without even ringing
Unacknowledged
April 23
‘Tap to Wake’ function not working after Android 12L (Android 12.1) update
Unacknowledged
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
May 17
Fingerprint scanner not working in AOD after updating to Android 13 beta 2
Workarounds
May 27
Typing in search bar results in blank list of suggestions
Fixed
May 27
Device crashing and restarting when turning on hotspot
Fixed
May 27
Users hearing call dialing sound during call
Fixed
May 27
Device restarting when disconnecting from Android Auto
Fixed
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
June 14
Overheating during summers
Workaround
June 17
Users disabling 5G for multiple reasons
Unacknowledged
July 7
Black spots or dead pixels appearing on screen
Unacknowledged
July 12
Affected by Android zero-day vulnerability
Unacknowledged
July 15
Pixel 6 Pro rebooting when connecting to Wi-Fi on Android 13 beta 4
Workaround
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
July 26
Fingerprint scanner faulty and unlocks device with unregistered fingers
Unacknowledged
Aug. 4
Overheating issues
Unacknowledged
Aug. 8
Touchscreen senstivity issue
Unacknowledged (1 , 2 , 3 )
Aug. 15
‘Adaptive Connectivity Services keeps stopping’ error
Unacknowledged
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