Google Releases Android 17 QPR2 Beta 2 for Pixel Phones

Overview

• Google published Android 17 QPR2 Beta 2 as an Android Beta Program build and as downloadable OTA/system images and emulator images for testers.
• The build is identified as CP41.260701.006 and lists a security patch level of 2026-07-05 plus emulator support for x86_64 and ARM v8-A.
• Google did not include a changelog at release, so specific bug fixes or feature adjustments in this beta remain unspecified.
• The update is available for eligible Pixel models from the Pixel 6a through the Pixel 10 series, and Google confirmed Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are excluded because they are past their supported window.
• QPR2 is part of Google's Quarterly Platform Release program and is positioned to reach stable alongside a Pixel Feature Drop by December 2026, with testers advised that beta software is not recommended for primary devices.