Google Pixel October update, Wear OS change, Android 16 beta patch, & a 25% Pixel 10 discount

After a busy week of Pixel developments ranging from the Pixel 10’s lingering speakerphone delay and Pixel 10a leaks to early Pixel Drop previews and Google’s ongoing privacy and multitasking revamp, Google is closing out October with another round of updates and changes across its ecosystem.

Now, we cap the week with a flurry of software and sales news that you need to know about.

New October 2025 update for Verizon’s Pixel 7–10 series

Google has quietly pushed out a fresh set of October 2025 builds for the Pixel 7 through Pixel 10 lineup, just days before November’s security patch is due.

The latest build numbers see a minor increment, but the underlying change is bigger. For instance, the Pixel 10 moves from BD3A.251005.003.W3 to BD3A.251005.003.W4, and according to Verizon, the update “provides performance improvements.” However, a closer look also reveals the new update bumps the phone’s security patch level from September to October 2025.

There’s still no updated community post or changelog from Google detailing what else has been addressed. Verizon users say the OTA weighs roughly 30MB, but availability remains limited outside the carrier, with Google Fi and unlocked models yet to see it.

Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3.2 brings stability fixes

Google is also rolling out Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3.2, following last week’s patch for the SystemUI crash. The new builds, which come as version BP41.250916.012 (Pixel 6 series) and BP41.250916.012.A1 (for all other supported Pixels), remain tied to the October 2025 security patch.

The company says the update “enhances device stability”, with no specific bug list. On a Pixel 9a, the OTA comes in at around 45MB.

Anyone already enrolled in the Android Beta Program will receive this version automatically. OTA images are already live for manual installs.

Google Clock app for Wear OS now exclusive to Pixel Watch

Google has officially confirmed that the Google Clock app for Wear OS is now exclusive to Pixel Watch models, pulling support from Samsung, OnePlus, and other Wear OS devices. The move follows similar steps taken earlier this year, when Google’s Weather app disappeared from non-Pixel watches following the Wear OS 6 rollout.

In a short community post, Google said most OEMs already ship their own clock apps, so maintaining the Google Clock app across other smartwatches is unnecessary.

Those who already have it installed on non-Pixel watches can still use it for now, but it will no longer receive Play Store updates, and sideloading future APKs won’t restore full functionality, as phone–watch sync features rely on Pixel Watch integration.

Google One Premium members get 25% off Pixel 10 models

In a surprise perk, Google One Premium subscribers in the US are receiving emails offering 25% off any Pixel 10 device, including the Pixel 10 Pro Fold. The offer is valid until November 2, and long-time Google One users seem to be the main recipients. Newer subscribers report not receiving any such emails.

With the Pixel 10 Pro Fold retailing at $1,800, the 25% discount drops its price to around $1,349, nearly $450 off. Interestingly, Google has also ended boosted trade-in values for older Pixels and iPhones, making this Google One perk one of the best ways to save right now.

Meanwhile, Google Fi is running its own Pixel 10 promotion offering up to $799 in combined discounts and credits, so users have multiple ways to score a cheaper upgrade.