• The first monthly security patch for Google’s version of Android 15 is now available for Pixel devices.

• The Pixel 9 series gets major updates including fixes for Bluetooth, camera, display, sensors and more.

• Most Pixel devices will see general performance improvements in UI transitions and animations.

Thanks to a small leak from Verizon, we knew it was coming, but that doesn’t make today any less exciting. Google has officially released its first security patch for Android 15, bringing bug fixes and other improvements to compatible Pixel phones. While there’s still a lot to explore here, this update will focus more on the Pixel 9 series, with Google’s latest handsets getting most of the attention.

If you own the Pixel 6, 7, or 8 series, you’ll want to download this update as well, as it still brings some general improvements to the experience with UI improvements. Although you should see a prompt for the update, you can always go to Settings System Software updates System update to start the process manually. That said, if you’re one of those cautious Pixel owners who has been burned in the past, it might be a better idea to wait for now.

Huge fixes for the Pixel 9

Thanks to a post from Verizon, we were able to get our hands on the full feature list of this update early, but it’s still worth checking out all the details here in case you weren’t able to dive into our other post. In case you’re curious, the update comes with two software versions, which will be spread across the Pixel 9 series and the rest of Google’s handsets.

For the Pixel 9 series, the update should appear as version AP3A.241105.008. For those with other supported devices like the Pixel 6, 7, and 9, the update will arrive as version AP3A.241105.007. As for what’s changing, there’s a lot going on when it comes to Google’s latest smartphones, with fixes for Bluetooth range, Adaptive Brightness, camera behavior, and the keyboard.

Google also fixed an issue with the white dot that also appeared on the screen under certain conditions. Below is the full list of solutions published on Google’s phone support page.

What is included

The November 2024 update includes bug fixes and improvements for Pixel users, see below for more information

Bluetooth

Camera

Display and images

Sensors

To touch

User interface

As for the other Pixel phones, most devices will get some “general improvements to performance and stability in certain UI transitions and animations.” But those who own a Pixel 8a will be happy to know that the latest update will also fix screen flickering issues. Overall, this is going to be a pretty solid update for Pixel 9 and Pixel 8a users.

Thanks: Armando