The Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 series of phones should are nearing their End of Life status, as the Pixel 6 is supported through 2026, while the Pixel 7 should see updates through 2027. However, because of an unannounced change in monthly release timing for each, we’re just starting to question what the cadence for updates will be going forward. I bring this up because folks who own these devices are likely wondering where their updates are after several misses over the past year, starting around July 2025.

Google has issued monthly updates for its Pixel devices from the day they were introduced, so a missed month or two is a noteworthy event. For a device to miss updates for several months is really something that should be drawing some attention. That in mind, no where in Google’s official documentation does it say that their Pixel devices are guaranteed to receive monthly updates, but that’s how they have sent them. Their support documents simply state the number of years of expected support.

We’ve asked Google to give us more information on what we believe is a change in the update schedule for the Pixel 6 (and Pixel 7), but they have so far not gone into specifics, only suggesting that all of the still-supported Pixel devices are “compliant.” When we asked what was up with Pixel 6 updates, they responded with the following:

“Pixel phones will remain security compliant for the full duration of their support windows, which can be found here.

Your device will remain private and secure through Pixel specific patches, Google Play System Updates and fixes through the Android Security Bulletin. You can also expect your phone to get better over time with regular Pixel Drops and updates to the latest OS for the device’s full support window.”

Because of that vague statement, we thought it was time to start a running timeline of updates for these devices to help you keep track of what the current releases are for each. And just maybe, this will give us some clarity around expectations going forward.

Also, Google has confirmed as of July 2026 that the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro will reach End of Life status with Android 17 QPR1, which should go stable in September 2026.

Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro update timeline, current build: The current Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro update you should be on is CP2A.260705.006.

• June 2025 update: Received on June 10 as the first stable Android 16 build (BP2A.250605.031.A2)
• July 2025 update: Did not receive a July update
• August 2025 update: Did not receive an August update – received another June build in August (BP2A.250605.031.A5)
• September 2025 update: Received on September 3 as QPR1 and build (BP3A.250905.014)
• October 2025 update: Did not receive October update
• November 2025 update: Did not receive November update
• December 2025 update: Received on December 2 as December quarterly update (QPR2, BP4A.251205.006)
• January 2026 update: Did not receive January update
• February 2026: Did not receive February update
• March 2026: Received on March 3 as March quarterly update (QPR3, CP1A.260305.016)
• April 2026: Received on April 7 as a regular monthly update (CP1A.260405.005)
• May 2026: Did not receive May update
• June 2026: Received Android 17 update on June 16 (CP2A.260605.012)
• July 2026: Received on July 7 as regular monthly update (CP2A.260705.006)
• August 2026: Did not receive August update

NOTE: Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro did not receive the August update after receiving updates the past two months.

Pixel 6a update timeline, current build: The current Pixel 6a update you should be on is CP2A.260705.006.

• June 2025 update: Received on June 10 as the first stable Android 16 build (BP2A.250605.031.A2)
• July 2025 update: Received on July 8 with July security patch (BP2A.250705.008)
• August 2025 update: Received another July build (BP2A.250705.008.A1)
• September 2025 update: Received on September 3 as QPR1 and build (BP3A.250905.014)
• October 2025 update: Did not receive October update
• November 2025 update: Did not receive November update
• December 2025 update: Received on December 2 as December quarterly update (QPR2, BP4A.251205.006)
• January 2026 update: Did not receive January update
• February 2026: Did not receive February update
• March 2026: Received on March 3 as March quarterly update (QPR3, CP1A.260305.016)
• April 2026: Received on April 7 as a regular monthly update (CP1A.260405.005)
• May 2026: Did not receive May update
• June 2026: Received Android 17 update on June 16 (CP2A.260605.012)
• July 2026: Received on July 7 as regular monthly update (CP2A.260705.006)
• August 2026: Did not receive August update

NOTE: The Pixel 6a did not receive the August update after receiving updates the past 2 months.

Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro update timeline, current build: The current Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro update you should be on is CP2A.260705.006.

• June 2025 update: Received on June 10 as the first stable Android 16 build (BP2A.250605.031.A2)
• July 2025 update: Received on July 8 with July security patch (BP2A.250705.008)
• August 2025 update: Received on August 5 with August security patch (BP2A.250805.005)
• September 2025 update: Received on September 3 as QPR1 and build (BP3A.250905.014)
• October 2025 update: Received on October 8 with October security patch (BP3A.251005.004.B1); received 2nd October update on October 30 (BP3A.251005.004.B2)
• November 2025 update: Did not receive November update
• December 2025 update: Received on December 2 as December quarterly update (QPR2, BP4A.251205.006)
• January 2026 update: Did not receive January update
• February 2026: Did not receive February update
• March 2026: Received on March 3 as March quarterly update (QPR3, CP1A.260305.016)
• April 2026: Received on April 7 as a regular monthly update (CP1A.260405.005)
• May 2026: Did not receive May update
• June 2026: Received Android 17 update on June 16 (CP2A.260605.012)
• July 2026: Received on July 7 as regular monthly update (CP2A.260705.006)
• August 2026: Did not receive August update

NOTE: Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro did not receive the August update after receiving updates the past two months.

Pixel 7a update timeline, current build: The current Pixel 7a update you should be on is CP2A.260705.006.

• November 2025 update: Received on November 11 with November security patch (BP3A.251105.015)
• December 2025 update: Did not receive December update
• January 2026 update: Received on January 12 with January security patch (BP4A.260105.004.E1)
• February 2026: Received update on February 3 with February security patch (BP4A.260205.001)
• March 2026: Received on March 3 as March quarterly update (QPR3, CP1A.260305.016)
• April 2026: Received on April 7 as a regular monthly update (CP1A.260405.005)
• May 2026: Received on May 5 as regular monthly update (CP1A.260505.005)
• June 2026: Received Android 17 update on June 16 (CP2A.260605.012)
• July 2026: Received on July 7 as regular monthly update (CP2A.260705.006)
• August 2026: Did not receive August update

NOTE: The Pixel 7a had received almost all updates outside of last December’s, but that changes with the August 2026 update. It did not receive this update.

We’ll continue to update this post each month unless the updates start showing up monthly again. We’ll also add devices if they slip from the monthly cadence.

UPDATED AUGUST 4, 2026 – Google released the August 2026 Pixel update today and left out several phones. The Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7 and 7 Pro, and Pixel 7a all did not receive this month’s update. If that changes, we’ll update this post.

Read the original post: Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 Updates are Missing: Here’s What is Happening With Your Pixel

This new update is currently only available to the Pixel 8 up through the Pixel 10 series and Pixel 10a.

Where are the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7 and 7 Pro, and Pixel 7a updates? Google did not say. We’ve been tracking updates for these phones for some time and have seen their consistency dwindle, with the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro expected to be cut off in the coming months.

This update has two build numbers for it, one for most global devices and another specific to Pixel phones running on Rogers. There are also a couple of bug fixes that can be found below.

Global

• Pixel 8:                    CP2A.260805.005
• Pixel 8 Pro:             CP2A.260805.005
• Pixel 8a:                  CP2A.260805.005
• Pixel 9:                    CP2A.260805.005
• Pixel 9 Pro:             CP2A.260805.005
• Pixel 9 Pro XL:       CP2A.260805.005
• Pixel 9 Pro Fold:    CP2A.260805.005
• Pixel 9a:                  CP2A.260805.005
• Pixel 10:                  CP2A.260805.005
• Pixel 10 Pro:           CP2A.260805.005
• Pixel 10 Pro XL:     CP2A.260805.005
• Pixel 10 Pro Fold:  CP2A.260805.005
• Pixel 10a:                CP2A.260805.005

Rogers

• Pixel 9:                    CP2A.260805.005.A1
• Pixel 9 Pro:             CP2A.260805.005.A1
• Pixel 9 Pro XL:       CP2A.260805.005.A1
• Pixel 9 Pro Fold:    CP2A.260805.005.A1
• Pixel 10:                  CP2A.260805.005.A1
• Pixel 10 Pro:           CP2A.260805.005.A1
• Pixel 10 Pro XL:     CP2A.260805.005.A1
• Pixel 10 Pro Fold:  CP2A.260805.005.A1
• Pixel 10a:                CP2A.260805.005.A1

August 2026 Pixel update bug fixes

Again, Google (and its carrier partners like Verizon, T-Mobile, and AT&T) will begin pushing these updates over-the-air shortly (Settings>System>Software updates>System update), but if you don’t want to wait for Google and prefer to update manually, you will soon find each factory image or OTA file at the links below. For instructions on how to flash a factory image, here you go. For instructions on how to flash an OTA .zip file, here you go.

• Factory Images
• OTA Files
• Pixel/Nexus Security Bulletin
• Pixel Security Update Changes

Read the original post: 2026 August Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

EIP Flex 36 lets you finance the device, taxes, and fees at checkout over 36 months at 0% APR. Naturally, should you opt to finance these charges, your monthly bill will be higher, but if $0 down is the goal, then it’s now achievable. This is available to well qualified buyers starting August 6.

EIP 36 Standard was also detailed.

Both options are available starting August 6 (this Thursday).

Again, it’s an option that exists for those that want to pay $0 down, which is valid. It will be up to the customer to decide how they want to approach that cost. Keep in mind, it’s a 36 month term, with an average out of pocket cost being $120 (according to T-Mobile). That brings your monthly cost to about $3/mo when financed.

// T-Mobile

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According to a supposed specs list for Google’s new watch, there are a couple of upgrades in store that we didn’t previously know, but it’ll be up to you to decide if these are big enough changes.

According to Dealabs, the specs list for the Pixel Watch 5 shows a potential boost to the processor, more storage, slightly bigger batteries, and a new sport band that hopefully won’t cause so many skin freakouts.

Pixel Watch 5 specs: Screen, processor, RAM, storage, band

Below, we have a table that lays out the majority of the specs for Google’s upcoming Pixel Watch 5. Of course, these are not official or confirmed by Google, but simply a leak presented from a previously reliable publication. Do not assume these are all correct, though they could very well be.

This specs list shows no change in the display, connectivity, or durability. However, the expected Snapdragon W5 Gen 2 from the Pixel Watch 4 has been given an “Accelerated” tag, which we’re going to assume means they boosted the CPU speed to give it more juice. This leak also claims that storage has been doubled from 32GB to 64GB and that battery capacities are up slightly with similar expected battery life.

Finally, we should see Wear OS 7.0 and the wearable version of Gemini Intelligence on board.

From a previously slip-up in Google Play Console, we also believe the RAM will increase to 3GB this year. It might need to if this watch is going to run Gemini Intelligence and all of the other on-device AI that Google will slap onto it.

As for that new sport band, I’m no material expert, but this would signal a shift to a band that might be more resistant to the wear you’ll put it through, especially if working out and sweating on it.

Big enough upgrades?

READ: Everything we know about Pixel Watch 5

Read the original post: Pixel Watch 5 Specs Tell Us the Upgrades to Expect

The slide, either from Google France or a French retailer, shows a Pixel 11 Pro Fold with HiLight lit up with the Google colors. Above the device we have the following.

Stay informed without looking at your screen. 

When your smartphone is face down, HiLight discreetly illuminates when your favorite contacts call you or you chat with Gemini.

The use case described by Google makes plenty sense. Should your phone be placed anywhere face down, HiLight provides a visual cue that a favorited contact is attempting to reach you. Or if you’re interacting with Gemini, HiLight will illuminate.

Pixel Glow seemed to be a fine name, so we’re not entirely sure why HiLight is getting the nod. I’m sure Google has its reasons.

Pixel 11 series is set to be announced on August 12.

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Read the original post: More Evidence Points to Different Name for Pixel Glow

Google released this new QPR2 Beta 2 build without a changelog, at least at this time. They simply pointed out that this QPR2 beta is a part of the Quarterly Platform Release (QPR) program that will go stable alongside a Google Pixel Feature Drop down the road. This QPR2 is expected to hit stable and release by December 2026.

The build info can be found below. As you know, this is available on the Pixel 6a up through the Pixel 10 series, including the Pixel 10a. The Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro will not receive this update, as it will release to stable outside of their supported window.

The best way to get this update is through the Android Beta Program (sign-up). If you are into flashing images, there are OTA images available (here) too.

We’ll update this post if we have more to share.

// Android

Read the original post: Google Releases Android 17 QPR2 Beta 2 for Pixel

That may sound confusing and odd, but they sort of did the same thing last year. For the Pixel 10 series, Google announced almost everything at 9AM Pacific and then held its Made by Google event at 10AM Pacific. They basically gave us a full hour to share all of the news with you about the series before then running an event filled with celebrities that was hosted by Jimmy Fallon.

For the Pixel 11 launch, it sort of looks like they are doing the same thing, only with a bigger gap between announcement (with pre-orders) and the event itself.

A countdown has popped up in a couple of places that finishes on August 12 at 7AM Pacific. Google will, presumably, let you pre-order everything at that time. However, the Made by Google event doesn’t happen until 3PM Pacific. Rather than a 1-hour break between announcements and event, Google sure seems like they will show off the devices, take a big break, and then host some sort of Made by Google evening event to celebrate.

The good news is that you may get to wake up and start your day on August 12 by ordering your new Pixel 11 phone. You’ll then get to enjoy that feeling before deciding if you want to tune into whatever it is that Google has planned for later that day. After seeing last year’s Fallonfest, it might not be worth reserving space on your calendar for.

Best Buy’s pre-order countdown can be found here.

Read the original post: Pixel 11 Series Pre-Orders Will Start Super Early

A new video (just like last week’s for the Pixel 11 Pro) that is only 15 seconds long showcases the upcoming foldable, calling it the “Pixel 11 Pro Fold.”

The video description says “To switch phones, you have to be open to what’s new. And to what opens,” which we all get is a play on the device opening and closing. Such clever.

The video itself shows the device unfolding at an angle that doesn’t reveal much before they showing off the device in the way we’ve captured above. As expected, the Pixel 11 Pro Fold will also have Gemini Intelligence.

We’ve talked about Pixel 11 series pricing on a number of occasions now. The Pixel 11 Pro Fold is likely to have a $100 price increase this year, making its starting price $1,899 for 256GB storage. The 512GB model will jump to $2,019.

Anyone buying the Pixel 11 Pro Fold?

Read the original post: Google Shows Us the Pixel 11 Pro Fold

This is a big move for those who might not be a huge fan of the new Google Health app and would prefer to use Apple Health for all of their fitness and health tracking needs. While I (personally) think the Apple Health app is a disaster to use, it’s clear that many prefer it over Google’s option.

So, if you update to Google Health v5.05 on iOS, you’ll be given Sync to Apple Health. This allows you to “Share your data like your exercise records, sleep, vitals, steps, and more from Google Health to Apple Health,” according to the app’s changelog. For those keeping track, this was one of the expected features in Google Health’s roadmap of upcoming changes.

Once updated to v5.05, you’ll see a section on your Today page that tells you to “Discover more from Google Health” and should give you a “Review Apple Health permissions” option. Tapping that will walk you through the new Google Health to Apple Health syncing, where you can choose which categories and individual metrics, plus you can tell it how much data you want to sync (Past 30 Days vs. Full History).

Do note that Heart Rate Variability (HRV) is not included in the syncing. Google Health and Apple Health measure HRV using different formulas and can’t simply just be swapped from one app to another. I’d imagine Google and Apple could figure out a fix to translate these scores between the two platforms, or maybe they don’t want to.

Everything else should be there, at least as far as I can tell for now.

App Store Link: Google Health

UPDATE: Google posted a longer changelog for this update that touches on Apple Health integration as well as Smart Health Links and some other fitness updates. The full list of changes is below.

Read the original post: Google Health Adds Full Apple Health Sync (Updated)

Over the weekend, our Galaxy Z Fold 8 (our review) and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra review units both received new software. The new builds will arrive on US units as F971U1UEU1AZGI (Fold 8) and F976U1UEU1AZGI (Fold 8 Ultra).

According to their very minor changelogs, these updates provide added “Stability and reliability.” Overall “Device behavior has been improved” and that’s it. These are still One UI 9.0 and Android 17 builds, but the updates do weigh a hefty 637MB or so.

Both of these updates were downloaded in the background and ready to be installed without us realizing. Of course, each device prompts you, asking if you want to restart and update immediately or schedule the update for later.

For those who have a device early, you can check for Samsung updates by heading into Settings>Software update>Check for updates.

Read the original post: Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra Receiving First Updates

These appear to be specs lists from another retailer who mistakenly posted these early. We can tell because the colors of each device are the placeholder colors that Google uses when it sends this type of info through distributors or retailers. Still, the specs do mostly line-up to what we expect, so let’s dive into them.

Pixel 11 series specs: Display, Cameras, RAM, Storage, Battery

First up, we have the regular Pixel 11 devices, including the Pixel 11 Pro and Pixel 11 Pro XL. You might not notice much in the way of new here, and that’s because all of these devices are not expected to change much over the Pixel 10 series.

There will be an upgrade to Tensor G6, a mixed bag of RAM configurations because AI is taking all of the chips, and the batteries have all gotten slightly smaller.

Instead of new hardware, we’ll get a new camera bar that has glass from edge to edge and that new Pixel Glow or HiLight notification lighting system. The rest of the changes will be internal and mostly software based.

Pixel 11 Pro Fold specs: Displays, Cameras, RAM, Storage, Battery

For the Pixel 11 Pro Fold, the situation is very similar, with an upgrade to Tensor G6, but a smaller battery and supposed RAM configurations of 12GB or 16GB. I actually don’t think that is accurate. In the retailer slip-up we shared with you, Amazon had the Pixel 11 Pro Fold with 16GB RAM only.

But again, this information was clearly taken from an international retailer, which don’t always have everything correct, like the color names.

Pixel 11 series pricing: 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB

As for pricing, this leak didn’t provide pricing for all variants of each device. We gave that to you weeks ago, so we’ve simply included our table of pricing below, with proper RAM next to each device.

To recap, the Pixel 11 and Pixel 11 Pro will no longer have 128GB variants, so they’ll both start at 256GB. That, technically, makes them more expensive this year even if those 256GB variants is at the same price. Also, the 256GB Pixel 11 Pro and Pixel 11 Pro XL are expected to only have 12GB RAM, while 512GB and 1TB models will have the full 16GB. 12GB is a downgrade from the Pixel 10 series.

The Pixel 11 Pro XL and Pixel 11 Pro Fold are both seeing $100 price increases.

READ: Everything we know about the Pixel 11 series

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Read the original post: Here’s Pixel 11 Series Specs and Prices, Again

The update is mostly minor and provides 4 noteworthy bug fixes. Google took care of an audio framework buffer management issue, another bug for the Pixel Tablet Speaker Dock, an NFC tag failure, and a a fingerprint authentication issue.

This update is available as build CP31.260623.010 for the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro up through the Pixel 10 series and Pixel 10a.

Android 17 QPR1 Beta 8 bug fixes

• An audio framework buffer management issue that caused unexpected, loud audio corruption and static during media playback and notification interactions. (Issue #509007703, Issue #508456570, Issue #512158576, Issue #514265107, Issue #520904833, Issue #519636478, Issue #517242741, Issue #519578674, Issue #519191172, Issue #507873728, Issue #519418933, Issue #517194839, Issue #516440003, Issue #514606256, Issue #514047990, Issue #513681197, Issue #512813456, Issue #512212036, Issue #500342049, Issue #498147587, Issue #505780177, Issue #523640480, Issue #524719397, Issue #523304213, Issue #531669961, Issue #534620345, Issue #536625907, Issue #536292570, Issue #538400224, Issue #541204384, Issue #541243460, Issue #541257484)
• An issue where the Pixel Tablet Speaker Dock would frequently go offline or fail to connect when attached. (Issue #530716719)
• An NFC service regression that causes affected NFC tags to fail to read data or open URLs. (Issue #523935317)
• An issue where fingerprint authentication is not triggered when attempting to unlock the device. (Issue #523276531, Issue #526923270)

Remember, Android 17 QPR1 Beta hit platform stability in Beta 6, so the last two updates have been simple bug fixers.

The easiest route to get this update is through the Android Beta Program (sign-up). If you are into flashing images, there are OTA images available (here) too.

// Android

Read the original post: Fresh Android 17 QPR1 Beta 8 Update Released for Pixel Phones

Today, a developer with a strong history of providing inside info on Android projects, suggested that Google will actually call it “HiLight.” So, Pixel Glow might not have made it through the marketing team and we’ll instead refer to the Pixel 11 series lighting system as HiLight.

The Tweet from @evowizz says that they can “confirm the Pixel 11 ‘Pixel Glow’ feature won’t be called like that,” and it will instead “be called HiLight.”

A brief and dirty search through Google to try and find references to this word came up empty, so we’ll have to take their word for it.

Recapping this feature a bit further, a description within Android 17 said the following:

Stay in the moment without losing touch. [Pixel Glow] uses subtle light and color on the back of your device to inform you of important activity when it’s face down.

Clearly, Pixel Glow was a placeholder there as a name, but I kind of liked it. HiLight could be a play on the words Hi and Light, as if your phone is saying “Hi” to you with its light. I get it, but it’s odd not seeing it have Pixel branding.

Thoughts on HiLight over Pixel Glow?

Read the original post: Pixel 11 Series “Pixel Glow” Might Not Be Called That

As is almost always the case these days, early retailer listings have spoiled a Google device, giving us a name, description, and model number. The folks at 9to5Google also got their hands on a picture.

What is the Google Pixel Tag?

The device is being referred to online as the “Google Tag” and “Google Pixel Tag.” It carries a model number of GA12506-WW and will ship in at least one color called “Fog Light.” I’d imagine Google will shorten that to Fog at launch.

Below, one of the retailers provided the following description of the device:

The Google Pixel Tag smart tracker helps you locate lost items quickly and reliably using the secure “Find My Device” network.

Never waste time searching for your keys, wallet, or luggage again. The Google Pixel Tag is a compact, lightweight, and durable smart tracker that attaches seamlessly to your most important items. By leveraging Google’s extensive and secure “Find My Device” network, you can check the exact location of your belongings at any time via your smartphone. The tracker features a loud speaker for easy locating nearby and is designed with a focus on fully protecting your privacy and personal data.

As you can read from that, the Pixel Tag is a smart tracker, like an AirTag, that will help you locate lost items. This is the type of device you attach to a keyring or toss in a bag to keep track of it. It will connect through Android’s Find My Device network.

The device looks like a little puck and is close in shape to the Fitbit Air.

This early listings don’t tell us much more, but at least one is listing a price close to €30. I could see this launching in the US at around $30.

Read the original post: Here’s the Google Pixel Tag

In this new report from Ookla dubbed “Speedtest Connectivity Report,” which presents data collected from January – June 2026, not only did T-Mobile win for Best Mobile Network, they also came away with the Best 5G Network, were the fastest, had best 5G availability, and provided the most consistent network. In fact, they won every single category tested by Ookla except for “Best Mobile Coverage,” which Verizon won.

What does this mean to you? If you are on T-Mobile, great, you are on the best mobile network, according to this one report. If you are on Verizon or AT&T, maybe you’ll now think about switching if you have had connectivity issues where you live. But that’s the thing here – it all depends on your own experience where you spend the majority of your time.

For example, I live in Portland, OR and Verizon coverage is pretty horrible where I live. When I suggested this in another write-up years ago, Verizon PR couldn’t believe what they were reading and assured me (personally) that they were improving in my area. Those improvements never came and if anything, their coverage has gotten worse. So I’ve spent most of my time on T-Mobile in recent years, but gave Visible (which Verizon owns) a thorough test in recent months. After once again dealing with spotty connections far too regularly, I’ve left again, this time for a combination of AT&T and T-Mobile.

So when you read reports like this, which suggest T-Mobile is king, you really should test for yourself. If you are with one network and it’s fine, keep on keepin’ on. If you’ve had issues, we have an entire write-up on how to test Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile networks for free.

Read the original post: T-Mobile has the “Best Mobile Network”