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Google Pixel 6 lineup includes three devices – Pixel 6, 6 Pro, and 6a. And we’ll be keeping track of all the latest developments for these phones, including latest software updates, bugs, and issues.

This tracker will be updated regularly, so make sure you keep checking this article every once in a while to stay up to speed on the latest updates.

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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
October 27 SD1A.210817.036 Global Released
November 02 SD1A.210817.036 Global Released
November 04 Android 12L Developer Preview Global Coming soon
November 17 SD1A.210817.037.A1 Verizon Released 1, 2
November 17 SD1A.210817.037 Global Released
Info. last updated on Version Region / Download Changelog / User reports
December 14 SQ1D.211205.016.A1 Canada Released
December 14 SQ1D.211205.016.A4 UK Released
January 06 December patch Global Delisted
January 07 January patch Global Expected by Jan-end
January 15 SQ1D.220105.007 Global Released
Info. last updated on Version Region / Download Changelog / User reports
February 08 SQ1D.220205.003 Global Released
February 18 SQ1D.220205.004 Global Released
February 22 March 2022 patch Global Expected by March 07
March 10 Android 12 QPR3 beta 1 Global Released
March 22 Android 12L/March update Global Released
Info. last updated on Version Region / Download Changelog / User reports
April 05 April 2022 update Global Released
April 06 April 2022 update Verizon (US) Released (1, 2)
April 08 Android 12 QPR beta 2 Global Released
April 27 – 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 – 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
Info. last updated on Version Region / Download Changelog / User reports
August 16 – Global Stable Android 13
August 30 SQ1D.220205.004.X2 Global Android 12 Developer Support image
August 30 SQ3A.220705.004.X2 Global Android 12L Developer Support image
September 07 TP1A.220905.004 Global September 2022 update
Info. last updated on Version Region / Download Changelog / User reports
September 09 – Global Android 13 QPR1 beta
September 26 TP1A.220905.004.A1 Verizon (US) September 2022 update
October 04 TP1A.221005.003 Global October 2022 update
October 21 T1B3.221003.003 Global Android 13 QPR1 beta 3
November 8 T1B3.221003.008 Global Android 13 QPR1 beta 3.1
Info. last updated on Version Region / Download Changelog / User reports
November 8 TP1A.221105.002 Global November 2022 update
December 5 – Global December 2022 update
December 13 T2B1.221118.006 Global Android 13 QPR2 beta 1
January 03, 2022 TQ1A.221205.011 Verizon (US) (1,2) December 2022 update
January 04 TQ1A.230105.002 Global January 2023 update
Info. last updated on Version Region / Download Changelog / User reports
February 02, 2023 T2B3.230109.002 Global Android 13 QPR2 beta 3
February 07, 2023 TQ1A.230205.002 Global February 2023 update
February 07, 2023 TQ1A.230205.001.D2 T-Mobile, Google Fi (US) February 2023 update
February 10, 2023 T2B3.230109.004 Global Android 13 QPR2 beta 3.1
February 23, 2023 T2B3.230109.009 Global Android 13 QPR2 beta 3.2
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March 9, 2023 Global Android 14 developer preview 2
March 16, 2023 Global Android 13 QPR3 beta 1
March 21, 2023 TQ2A.230305.008.E1 Global March 2023 update
March 30, 2023 T3B2.230316.003 Global Android 13 QPR3 beta 2

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
August 16 – Global Stable Android 13
Info. last updated on Version Region / Download Changelog / User reports
August 30 SD2A.220601.004.X2 Global Android 12L Developer Support image
September 09 – Android 13 QPR1 beta Android 13 QPR1 beta
September 14 TP1A.220905.004.A2 Global September 2022 update
October 4 TP1A.221005.002 Global October 2022 update
October 21 T1B3.221003.003 Global Android 13 QPR1 beta 3
Info. last updated on Version Region / Download Changelog / User reports
November 8 T1B3.221003.008 Global Android 13 QPR1 beta 3.1
November 8 TP1A.221105.002 Global November 2022 update
December 5 – Global December 2022 update
December 13 T2B1.221118.006 Global Android 13 QPR2 beta 1
January 03, 2022 TQ1A.221205.011 Verizon (US) December 2022 update

Info. last updated on Version Region / Download Changelog / User reports
January 04 TQ1A.230105.001.A2 Global January 2023 update
February 02, 2023 T2B3.230109.002 Global Android 13 QPR2 beta 3
February 07, 2023 TQ1A.230205.002 Global February 2023 update
February 07, 2023 TQ1A.230205.001.D2 T-Mobile, Google Fi (US) February 2023 update
February 10, 2023 T2B3.230109.004 Global Android 13 QPR2 beta 3.1
Info. last updated on Version Region / Download Changelog / User reports
February 23, 2023 T2B3.230109.009 Global Android 13 QPR2 beta 3.2
March 9, 2023 Global Android 14 developer preview 2
March 16, 2023 Global Android 13 QPR3 beta 1
March 21, 2023 TQ2A.230305.008.E1 Global March 2023 update
March 30, 2023 T3B2.230316.003 Global Android 13 QPR3 beta 2

In this section, we will be keeping an eye out for bugs and issues with the Pixel 6 lineup and regularly updating this tracker..

Info. last updated on Bug description Status
Mar. 15, 2023 Inconsistent and slow Fingerprint scanner Improvement update
October 29 Nova Launcher keeps crashing Workaround
October 30 Google Assistant voice typing option greyed out on Gboard app Workaround
October 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
November 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
November 9 Chrome won’t update Workaround
December 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
October 11 Missing face unlock feature Won’t 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
January 30, 2023 Mobile network keeps dropping Persists with QPR2 beta 2.1
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)
December 7 Alleged overheating during normal use Fixed
January 15 Hearing Aids Bluetooth connectivity issues Fix rolling out
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
February 7, 2023 Intermittent Bluetooth connection with cars and wireless headphones Fixed
January 08 Third party chargers and cables not working Potential Explanation
March 14, 2023 Excessive battery drain with the mobile network on standby Improvement update
December 10 Proximity sensor not working Improvement update
December 02 DJI Drone camera feed not working Fixed
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
March 28 Sony WF-1000XM4 Bluetooth issues with Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro Allegedly fixed
January 25 Randomly keeps disconnecting from Android Auto Under investigation
March 22 Rattling noises from camera module Fix released
March 31 Unable to listen to music using external DAC Fixed with Android 12L QPR3 Beta 1.1
December 20 GBoard voice messaging is duplicating text Unacknowledged
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
December 31 System UI not responding Unacknowledged
February 04 App update stuck at pending Workaround
January 03 Estimated battery life not showing or disappeared Issue being looked into
January 05 IMEI not compatible with Cricket Wireless Network Fix allegedly coming
January 05 Screen goes black and unresponsive Unacknowledged
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
June 7 Crackling/popping sound on phone calls, launching apps/games or recording Fixed
January 17 Green tint issue persists after January update on the Pixel 6 Unacknowledged
January 24 Phone randomly rebooting Being looked into
January 20 Always on Display stuck Persists after January patch
March 22 Not fully certified for Verizon C-Band Support rolling out
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
March 14 Fitbit app battery draining issue Possible explanation | Workaround
May 5 Camera app crashing and freezing Fixed
January 31 Screen freezing issue Workaround
January 27 Garmin app disconnecting and reconnecting randomly Unacknowledged
March 17, 2023 Wireless charging not working Improvement update
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
July 25 Fingerprint sensor calibration tool not working Persists/Under Investigation
February 25 Users on February patch not getting Android 12L beta 3 Known issue
February 28 Users not receiving text messages Unacknowledged (1, 2, 3) | Workaround
March 03 Potential improvements for connectivity issue Google Play system March update
March 05 Google Pay payment executes even when device is locked Escalated
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
December 29 ‘Tap to Wake’ function not working after Android 13 December patch 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
August 17 Getting ‘Introducing Android 12’ ahead of Android 13 Intended
August 23 Preferred network type (turn off 5G) missing after Android 13 update Workarounds
August 24 Media playback speed increasing in Chrome Unacknowledged
August 29 Facebook Reels or videos showing green or purple distorted colors Unacknowledged
September 5 Unable to call emergency number in Australia Unacknowledged (1, 2, 3)
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
September 14 Pocket-dialing or opening random apps when in pocket Unacknowledged/workaround
September 15 Screen unresponsive after September update Unacknowledged (1, 2)
September 29 Mic not working when call placed on speakerphone Investigating
October 11 Incorrect status bar height relative to camera cutout Investigating
October 20 AirPods 2 Pro not working properly Unacknowledged
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
March 14, 2023 Excessive standby or idle battery drain Improvement update
January 04 Can’t connect or pair with Huawei Watch Fit after Dec. update Persists with January 2023 update
January 02 Camera crashing Unacknowledged
January 20, 2023 Device stuck on November 2022 update January update rollout paused
January 4, 2023 ‘Allow Camera notifications’ toggle grayed out Official word (1, 2)
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
February 7 (2023) Car Bluetooth connectivity issue after January update Fixed
January 13 (2023) Dark circles on display Unacknowledged
January 23 (2023) Google-Fi eSIM not working, activating or registering Workaround
February 10 (2023) Google One VPN not working Persists with QPR2 beta 3.1
February 13 (2023) Bedtime mode not enabling when charging at night Escalated
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
February 27 (2023) YouTube video is forcing the devices to reboot Workarounds
March 21 (2023) March 2023 feature drop delayed Rolling out
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
July 26 Fingerprint scanner faulty and unlocks device with unregistered fingers Unacknowledged
December 7 Overheating issues Potential improvements
August 8 Touchscreen senstivity issue Unacknowledged (1, 2, 3)
August 26 ‘Adaptive Connectivity Services keeps stopping’ error Fixed
July 17 Getting ‘Introducing Android 12’ ahead of Android 13 Intended
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
August 23 Preferred network type (turn off 5G) missing after Android 13 update Workarounds
August 24 Fingerprint scanner broken after Android 13 update Unacknowledged
August 29 Facebook Reels or videos showing green or purple distorted colors Unacknowledged
September 5 Unable to call emergency number in Australia Unacknowledged (1, 2, 3)
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
September 14 Pocket-dialing or opening random apps when in pocket Unacknowledged/workaround
October 4 Mic not working for phone calls after using third party apps Escalated
October 20 AirPods Pro 2 not working properly Unacknowledged
October 20 Rear panel paint may peel off with removal of vinyl skins Unacknowledged
December 21 eSIM not working Unacknowledged (1, 2, 3)
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
December 27, 2022 Mobile network keeps dropping Potential improvements
January 04 Can’t connect or pair with Huawei Watch Fit after Dec. update Persists with January 2023 update
January 4 Google Fi eSIM not working after December update Unacknowledged (1, 2, 3)
January 23 (2023) Google-Fi eSIM not working, activating or registering Workaround
February 13 (2023) Bedtime mode not enabling when charging at night Escalated
Info. last updated on Bug description Status
February 27 (2023) YouTube is forcing the devices to reboot Workarounds
March 21 (2023) March 2023 feature drop delayed Rolling out
March 24 (2023) Camera v8.8 update not available Unacknowleged

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