Google Pixel Update - Android 12 July 2022

[xonix]

cause they are holding back 12 to be align with the pixel 6 series release

Haha, if don't hold back nothing to say at event liao

 

[xonix]

Found it rather strange that Google did not release Android 12 images with the launch of Android 12, a first. Rather they published the AOSP and will follow up in a manner of weeks.

At this rate, it looks like some Chinese phones will be first to market Android 12, rather than Google's own product line - this on top of all the customisations they have to do. Very puzzling action on Google's part.

They just took away a major reason for customers to support their Pixel line - if Google can't even support it promptly and properly, then why should we?

We shall see, IIRC, no other phone has even beaten a Pixel to a new Android version launch.
Given the amount of customizations they need to do, very unlikely.

 

[firesong]

We shall see, IIRC, no other phone has even beaten a Pixel to a new Android version launch.
Given the amount of customizations they need to do, very unlikely.

Google still has until October 13 to prove that, then.

https://www.gsmarena.com/realme_ui_...r_13_realme_gt_first_to_get_it-news-51253.php
https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/ne...ly-15-million-units-sold-counterpoint-2550684

 

[firesong]

Looks like they have two less days to do that now, since Oppo has also announced their Android 12 release for 11 October.

https://www.hardwarezone.com.sg/tec...-october-launch-commits-major-android-updates
Also reported by many other news outlets like Techradar
https://www.techradar.com/uk/news/coloros-12-based-on-android-12-to-be-announced-on-october-11
This will be more than a week before the Pixel 6 launch. So either Google spoil their own Pixel 6 event by releasing Android 12, or they let the Chinese OEMs spoil their party completely. Either way, the OEM Android 12 skins will come at least a week before the Pixel 6 launch. Not good for Google either way.
https://www.androidcentral.com/google-pixel-6-launch-event

 

[garychengjw]

OPPO announcing doesn't means push immediately

 

[firesong]

OPPO announcing doesn't means push immediately

You did click on the links and read the articles right?

"ColorOS 12 will be available on the Oppo Find X3 at launch" The Find X3 is a phone that is already in circulation, so that says the OS will be released for that phone on that day. Likewise for the earlier announcement on the Realme GT getting RealmeUI 3.0 (based on ColorOS12, which is built on Android 12). You can expect to see more of the phones under BBK's stable (Oppo, Vivo, OnePlus, Realme and iQOO) to follow suit.

First to market the latest OS has a strong psychological advantage when it comes to consumers. But more importantly, if those Chinese phones beat Google to the market with Google's very own OS, and people know that they also need additional time and effort to skin it and all, it reflects really badly on Google themselves - already the announcement shows us in-house issues. It sends the message that Google does not want to prioritise support on its own phones, which it does not need to skin or customise unlike other OEMs. Why would a consumer continue to buy Google Pixels if they can't get the latest updates/OS before other Chinese phones which are cheaper and better spec'd?

If the reason to hold back was, as cited by @kakaBoBo earlier, to give the Pixel 6 some kind of "new flavour" feel, then letting two competitors (cos they are different business entities even though they are owned by the same umbrella corporation) steal that thunder is worse than letting their own Pixels do it.

 

[ThinkMe]

Used to own latest Android version with Nexus/ Pixel phone to have head start against other OEMs.

Now need to wait......

Google ah Google.

 

[bryant_16]

When is Android 12 releasing to pixel phones?
Is the beta good for daily usage now?

 

[ThinkMe]

When is Android 12 releasing to pixel phones?
Is the beta good for daily usage now?

Most likely from 19 October. In line with Pixel 6 series launch.

 

[bryant_16]

How about the current beta?
Is it stable for daily usage already?

 

[limmk]

How about the current beta?
Is it stable for daily usage already?

 

[firesong]

Seen online...



Looks like it's finally being rolled out!

Edit: Direct link to Google's twitter post:

 

[ThinkMe]

10 years ago need to flash my Galaxy Nexus to a certain variant to get immediate updates from Google because SG variant sucks and last to get.

Read HWZ Forum Rules!

 

[bryant_16]

Seen online...

View attachment 29685

Looks like it's finally being rolled out!

Edit: Direct link to Google's twitter post:

Likely to be released in conjunction to pixel 6 release I guess..

 

[xonix]

Yes... !!!
ColorOS 12 is now installing on my Pixel 4a !

 

[tk]

Just updated my Pixel 3a XL to Android 12..

 

[limmk]

November 2021 security patch rolling out to Google Pixel, factory images & OTAs live

Build numbers:

• Global:
  • Pixel 3a (XL): SP1A.211105.002
  • Pixel 4 (XL): SP1A.211105.002
  • Pixel 4a: SP1A.211105.002
  • Pixel 4a (5G): SP1A.211105.003
  • Pixel 5: SP1A.211105.003
  • Pixel 5a (5G): SP1A.211105.003
  • Pixel 6: SD1A.210817.036
  • Pixel 6 Pro: SD1A.210817.036

Notable fixes:

In addition to the above, the November update includes several fixes and improvements across many areas including device performance, stability, connectivity, and more.

The OTA update will roll out in phases depending on carrier and device. Users will receive a notification once it becomes available.

Details of security fixes are found in this link :
https://source.android.com/security/bulletin

Get security updates & Google Play system updates

1. Open your device’s Settings app
2. Tap Security
3. Check for an update:
   To check if a Security update is available, tap Security update
   To check if a Google Play system update is available, tap Google Play system update
4. Follow any steps on the screen

Factory Images for Nexus and Pixel Devices
Full OTA Images for Nexus and Pixel Devices
Android Security Bulletin—November 2021
Pixel Update Bulletin—November 2021

 

[limmk]

https://www.droid-life.com/2021/11/01/its-rip-for-the-pixel-3-and-pixel-3-xl/

 

[ThinkMe]

23.40 MB update and taking more than 1 hour and still at it...

 

[YouHeypiCanLiao]

https://www.droid-life.com/2021/11/01/its-rip-for-the-pixel-3-and-pixel-3-xl/

sian Android 12 last update is really 'thank you for the music'