Android 15, Pixel

Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 is here, coming to Pixels soon (Update: How soon is now?)
If you own a recent Google Pixel smartphone, get ready to give the Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 a shot and see what new features are on the way.
Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 is here with a glimpse at next year's first Pixel Feature Drop
Google told us this was coming weeks ago. Now Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 has finally arrived with our first look at the March 2025 Pixel Feature Drop.
Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 is Here for Pixel Devices!
For Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1, Google has made this first build available to the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7 and 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel Fold, Pixel Tablet, Pixel 8 and 8 Pro, Pixel 8a, Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro and 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold.
Here’s everything new in Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 [Gallery]
Google today is rolling out Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 for Pixel devices.
Android 15 QPR2 beta 1 release includes major upgrade for Tensor-powered Pixels
Tensor-powered Pixel phones will be receiving an upgraded kernel that matches what the Pixel 9 series is running.
Google announces timeline for Android 15 QPR2 beta
Google is preparing to release the Android 15 QPR2 beta soon. This comes as the Android 15 QPR1 beta program nears its end, with a stable release expected in December. The Android team announced on the Android_Beta subreddit that the Android 15 March Quarterly Platform Release (QPR2) beta program will begin shortly.
Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 brings stronger haptics that's got the crowd divided
Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 brings stronger haptics to the Pixel series. Many users love the change, but many others hate it too. What do you say?
Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 is now available for eligible Google Pixel phones
Current beta users who would like to opt out will be able to do so before installing the new update to avoid data wipe. If users opt out after installing the QPR2 Beta 1, they will need to wipe their device. As usual, Google is also encouraging users to submit feedback of any bugs found while beta testing through the Android Beta Feedback app.
Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 starts for enrolled Pixels
Google highlighted the start of Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 to Pixel testers on Reddit. The update contains the November security patch and a list of known issues users may encounter. The QPR2 update is expected to arrive as the March 2025 feature drop while we brace for a much earlier Android 16 launch.
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