Google has released the September 2023 update for Pixel devices, which includes the latest security patches but no sign of Android 14, while the Pixel Fold will be among the devices to receive the latest Android updates and features.
Google is rolling out the Android 14 QPR1 Beta 1 to Pixel phones, tablets, and Fold, offering new features such as user overrides for large screen devices and an aspect ratio settings menu.
Google's next major OS upgrade, Android 14, is being delayed until October, with the beta program for Android 14 QPR1 now available and the official debut expected in December as the Pixel Feature Drop.
Android 14 QPR1 Beta 1 allows certain Pixel phones and other Android devices to be used as webcams for PCs, Macs, and Chromebooks, providing a simple and affordable way to improve video call quality.
Google released the first beta of Android 14 QPR1 for Pixel phones, but users should be aware that Google Wallet is currently non-functional and unable to support NFC payments.
The iPhone 15 models have introduced new battery health features, including the ability to view cycle count and limit charging beyond 80%, but these features are currently limited to the iPhone 15 lineup and not available on older models.
Android 14 is now available for Google Pixels, offering accessibility improvements, customization features, and the introduction of Health Connect for centralized and secure storage and sharing of health data.
Google has announced the Pixel Watch 2 with a more circular design, improved sensors, and a 24-hour battery life in always-on display mode.
Google has released Android 14, which includes new customization features, improved camera support, easier password management, and more, with Pixel phones receiving the update first.
Google has launched the Pixel 8 and Pixel Watch 2, released the stable version of Android 14, and is already preparing for the December Pixel Feature Drop with a new beta release, which includes fixes for minor issues and the introduction of a new Software Updates page.
Google has released its new Pixel Watch, which features more battery life, advanced sensors, and Fitbit software, making it a strong competitor to the Apple Watch in the Android market.
Google's Pixel 6 and 7 phones are running cooler and providing better battery life for users due to under-the-hood optimizations in Android 14, although overheating and excessive drain may still occur under heavy use or direct sunlight due to power-hungry Tensor chips.
Android 14 appears to have improved battery life and reduced overheating issues for Pixel 6 and 7 users, although the specific changes made by Google are unclear.
Google has had to update the charging speeds for the first-generation Pixel Watch due to a firmware update, increasing the time it takes to reach certain charge levels.
Google has released a firmware update for the original Pixel Watch that slows down its charging speed in order to address overheating issues and potentially increase its lifespan.
Android 14 QPR1 Beta 2.1 is being released with bug fixes, but the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro will not be updated immediately.
