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Updated · 9to5Google · Sep 16
Google Rolls Out Android 17 QPR2 Beta 5 to Pixel Devices, Fixing Reboots and Bluetooth Audio Bugs
Updated
Updated · 9to5Google · Sep 16

Google Rolls Out Android 17 QPR2 Beta 5 to Pixel Devices, Fixing Reboots and Bluetooth Audio Bugs

3 articles · Updated · 9to5Google · Sep 16

Summary

  • Nearly three weeks after the last update, Google released Android 17 QPR2 Beta 5 for Pixel phones and tablets through the Beta Program and system images.
  • The build targets a string of bugs, including unexpected reboots during continuous scrolling in media-heavy apps, camera crashes during panorama processing, and Private Space unlock failures.
  • Bluetooth and media controls were a major focus: Google fixed device icons not updating, audio noise after calls, and a missing system volume slider while casting.
  • Google also patched UI glitches affecting search-field text highlights, Wallet launches from the power-button shortcut that froze touchscreens, and HDR mode staying on after users disabled it.
  • Build CP41.260828.005.A6 covers the Pixel 6a, 7 series, Fold and Tablet, while CP41.260828.004.A8 serves other supported devices up to the Pixel 11 Pro Fold.

Insights

Why does Google's newest Android update still battle basic Bluetooth and reboot bugs on their latest Pixel 11 devices?
With Android 17 Beta 5 patching critical flaws, is your hidden Private Space data finally safe from prying eyes?